Resources and Websites

Class Dojo

I use Class Dojo as my main means of communication with parents. I send class updates or messages easily through it as it alerts me much like a text message. It also keeps you informed by showing you real-time feedback about whether your child has turned in homework and your child's positive and need-to-work on behaviors. It works best if you have the app on your smart device so that you can be sure you get the messages as I send them. You do need an access code to log in to our classroom, so email me if you would like to be added.

Google Suite & Classroom

We will be using many features of the Google programs, including Google Docs, Google Sheets, Google Slides, Google Forms, etc. In your child's Google Drive, you will be able to see all the projects, essays, and assignments your child is working on. Please only work on assignments at school. A great feature of this Google Suite is that it time stamps any revisions, so feel free to look over it but save the changes for school. 

Mrs. De Silva's Scholars - Google Classroom

Students will need to log in with their school email and password. Assignments should only be worked on at school.

Art

Chuck Close
http://www.biography.com/people/chuck-close-9251491#early-life
Chuck Close Note to Self CBS Video

Smarter Balance Practice Test

To get an idea of what the Smarter Balance test questions are like or to have your child practice taking the test, visit the site below.  You unfortunately can't get your results, but you do get to see the types of questions.

https://login4.cloud1.tds.airast.org/student/V111/Pages/LoginShell.aspx?c=SBAC_PT

Scholastic Book Club

Click on the link below to submit Scholastic Book orders.  It links directly to our classroom ordering page.
https://orders.scholastic.com/NCZTQ

Other Resources

Edutopia article on Back to School Resources for Parents
http://www.edutopia.org/article/back-to-school-resources-parents

Article on other ways you can say "Good job" as a way to support your child
http://www.naeyc.org/tyc/article/good-job-alternatives