Elm Elementary School Open House Info

Open House Information

• Elm Elementary School will hold an open house on September 8th
• Information session will cover:
  • Evaluation and grading process
  • Report card and progress report schedule
  • Expected amount of homework
  • Upcoming events, such as field trips and parent-teacher conferences

Classroom Rules

• Be Respectful: Treat others with kindness and consideration.
• Be Responsible: Complete assigned tasks and be accountable for actions.
• Follow Directions: Listen attentively and follow instructions provided by the teacher.
• Be Punctual: Arrive to class on time and prepared to learn.
• Be Organized: Keep materials organized and maintain a neat workspace.
• Be a Self-Starter: Take initiative and actively participate in learning activities.
• Be Prepared: Have necessary materials and be ready to learn at the start of class.
• Parents will be encouraged to participate:
  • Ask questions about the class
  • Fill out a questionnaire about their child
  • Describe areas for their child's improvement
  • Share their child's personality, interests, and talents

Photosynthesis Learning Check

• Photosynthesis occurs in plants, algae, and other protists.
• Requirements for Photosynthesis:
  • Inorganic molecules: Carbon dioxide (CO2) and water (H2O)
  • Light energy: Absorbed from sunlight
  • Chlorophyll: Pigment that captures light energy
• Carbon dioxide formula: CO2
• Water formula: H2O
• Colors Used in Photosynthesis: Blue and Red
• Site of Photosynthesis in Plants: Chloroplast
• Major Site of Photosynthesis: Leaves
• Types of Chlorophyll: Chlorophyll A and Chlorophyll B
• Phases of Photosynthesis:
  • Light Reaction: Converts light energy into chemical energy
  • Dark Reaction (Calvin Cycle): Uses chemical energy to synthesize glucose
• Phosphorylation: Process where ATP synthesis is light-dependent.