Student Characteristics Intellectual Characteristics - Including readiness, cognitive abilities, learning needs, developmental levels, etc.

Previously demonstrated academic performance/ ability: Reading % Above standard 48% % Meets standard 28% % Below standard 24%

Specific Descriptions Indicate whether this was for the Whole Class (W) and Subgroup (S) W: As a whole class, the S: The subgroup is students show a below state standards. readiness for third grade. Two of these students Cognitive abilities range have IEPs. Presently, from gifted students to two more students are low level learners. being evaluated for an Developmentally, the IEP. Out of the six majority of the students students, four are close are on the same level. to the same cognitive and developmental range, while two are quite low in their cognitive abilities. W: As a whole, most S: These students are students are proficient or below grade level in above grade level. reading and math. There are six students who are below grade level.

Social Characteristics - Including emotional, attitudinal, motivational, etc.

W: The majority of the students are emotionally stable and show great interest in learning. They

S: These students are excited and ready to learn. They all show positive attitudes and an

Specific Implications For Instruction Whole Class (W) and Subgroup (S) W: Whole group S: All of these students instruction will be teacher will be present for and student centered. All instruction. If needed, students will be present they will receive extra for instruction. instruction. Two of these Accommodations will be students will receive help made for those who will from the teacher and/or a need further assistance. Para who will read content, questions, and answers as they pertain to lessons, activities, and tests. (IEPs will be the guidelines for assistance) W: Instruction for all S: These students are subject content varies placed in the lower level according to students reading group and their needs. Students have progress is monitored been placed in reading consistently. These groups according to their students are observed reading level. Presently, carefully in math and there are 2 higher level extra assistance is given reading groups, 2 if needed. Presently, proficient level reading these students are groups, and 1 lower level working proficiently in reading group. Lessons social studies and for math, science, and science. social studies will include differentiation and diverse teaching techniques. W: I have chosen some S: To help these students books that I will read stay motivated, I will during our read alouds communicate positively that will address social with them and use verbal

have positive attitudes and their motivation and self-confidence is high.

Personal Characteristics - Including physical, social, individual experiences, talents, language, culture, family and community values, etc.

W: Physically, the students are diverse in height and features. Many of the girls are taller than the boys. There are a number of boys who play football and wrestle. The girls are interested in music, reading, and animals. All of the students are English speaking and were born in the United States. The community is family oriented and most students have both parents in the home.

eagerness to learn. One student often verbally comments he will keep trying. On a couple of occasions, one student has shown signs of sadness and has wondered why he cant read. S: There are 5 boys and 1 girl in the subgroup. They all communicate very well and often help each other. They are all physically fit and enjoy sports and outdoor activities. One boy is diabetic, but he is selfefficient in taking care of his needs with the nurse. All of these students are English speaking. One boy is adopted and is greatly supported by his parents. Three students live in a single parent home. The other students come from a home where both parents reside.

skills: behavior, selfmotivation, confidence, and character traits. I also use every day experiences to assist students in connecting with social skills.

and facial positive reinforcements.

W: There will be lessons taught during this unit that will implement learning through inquiry and offer opportunities for students to explore money, the history of money, and how to save, earn, and spend money. Students will also meet a financial advisor from our community and have a chance to ask questions. Gardners Multiple Intelligences will be implemented so that every student has the opportunity to enjoy this learning experience.

S: The subgroup will be with the class during instruction and all activities. The community library offers lower and higher level reading material which will be used so that every student will be able to read and visualize how money works. The subgroup will be observed to make sure they are staying on task and accomplishing the activities that will be assigned. Enrichment activities will be made available if needed.