2nd Grade Fundations
Fundations is a multi-sensory and structured language program. Students are actively engaged in the lesson from the beginning to the end. Students in grades 2nd grade must receive a systematic program emphasizing the following:
Phonemic Awareness
Phonics / Word Study
High Frequency Word Practice
Reading Fluency
Comprehension Strategies
Handwriting
Decoding Words
In second grade every lesson begins with a warm up drill where students practice key consonant and vowel sounds that students have not yet mastered.
A typical lesson then proceeds to the New Concepts part where students learn key phonemic skills that will help them continue to grow as readers and writers.
The lesson then proceeds to the student application portion where students use their materials to practice writing trick words on gel pads, practice spelling on in their compositions books, and write examples of new grammar rules within their student notebooks. The curriculum has an extra pop of fun for the students as they are also asked to build words with their magnetic boards as well.
Sofia Fundations Artifact
Fundations Data Collection!
Fun Hub Unit Data Collection
Engles Fundations Artifact
Student Dictation Tracking
Using Assessments to Drive Instruction
As the years progressed my teaching practice continued to improve. This was possible because of my planning and preparation. Under the mentorship of Ms. Claudio, I was able to learn how to structure my lessons around the curriculum with fidelity in a targeted approach to hit the New York State educational standards.
Structuring my lessons is absolutely based on student data and how I use my data as the school year progresses. I use the following sources of data to guide my student placements and groupings:
I-Ready Student Assessment Data
In- Class student artifacts
M- Class Data Analysis
Fundations Assessments
End of Unit Math Assessments
End of HMH Unit Assessment
Data Drives Instruction!
Class 2024 End of the Year Data
Observation Report January 2025
Class 2025 Current Data
I- Ready is the heart of our data collection at P.S. 109. These artifacts will display our students making strides as their learning continues to grow.
Observations
Observation Report April 2025
My Mentors!
Ms. Claudio took me under her wing and taught me the importance of dara collection, Proper Writing Instruction, and classroom management. Her influence on my practice continues to be worth more than words can describe.
Ms. Williams was my first year teaching mentor at P.S. 109. She taught me the value of analyzing data, proper parent communications, and creative ideas for lesson plan slide shows.
Mrs. Barrett has been my P.S. 109 AP since my early beginnings in our community. Through her instruction I have learned the importance of working within a team like atmosphere, the importance of understanding curriculum, and creating a warm and welcoming classroom enviroment.
Ms. Santana was assigned my mentor in my second year at P.S. 109. Her experience and way around the classroom taught me the importance of charting, classroom decor, and proper planning.
Feedback!
I pride myself in being able to receive and immediately implement all suggestions my administrative team asks of me. I am completely coachable as this work is always a learning experience. Please see below for examples of feedback received from my teaching practice.
These observations will display my willingness to be a live long learner so that I can better serve our students. I believe that being 100% coachabke and open to feedback is the best way to create a more perfect learning community.