Last year was the first year that our district moved to "specialization". I had not heard of this in elementary before, but I am actually loving it. I teach math to all of the first graders, and my teaching partners do reading and science. We teach phonics and writing to our own "homerooms". I LOVE teaching math, and I feel like I am a better math teacher because I can really focus my efforts on fewer subjects. I do miss teaching reading, but overall the benefits outweigh the perks, at least for me.
Because this was a new thing for everyone last year, we put together a packet that explained the new "system" and invited them to visit the other classrooms. I am hoping that a year into specialization that most parents will know how it works (because it was also done in K), but it will still be a big transition for any new families.
We also have the standard "meet the teacher" info, supply drop, classroom management plan, etc. info....in fact, I should probably find those and begin tweaking them for the new year!
Alrighty, it's off to bed for me! Hope tomorrow is a Wonderful Wednesday for you! :)
- Katy
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