Experience counts!

Mrs. “Mac” has been teaching at Hoodview Jr. Academy since 1973. She is dedicated to Christian education. She is a high-energy person and uses that style for her classroom. Her teaching approach is getting to know each individual student and target his/her style of learning. She graduated from Walla Walla College.

Fran lives in Sandy with her husband, John. Her hobbies include bicycling, cross-country skiing, hiking and reading. She has two adult children.

2007-2008

Hoodview Junior Academy

Second Grade

Mrs. Fran McVicker Teacher

2^nd Grade

Key Learning Goals:

Bible:

Know that Bible lessons can be used to help in everyday life. Understand that God wants people to trust Him to provide all needs.

Science:

Explain proper nutrition and how it relates to good health. Explore magnetism, electricity and geology. Explain proper use of natural resources.

Math:

Count, add and subtract up to 3-digit numbers. Understand multiplication and division. Develop time and money skills.

Language:

Practice correct cursive writing forms. Use the writing process to participate in real-life writing.

Social Studies:

Discuss the rights and responsibilities of citizens and functions of local government. Practice basic map-reading skills. Explain the use and misuse of natural resources.

Technology:

Use computers to express ideas with drawing and word processing. Begin learning basic keyboarding Fine Arts: Other specialists provide quality learning experiences in Art, Music (two days a week), and Physical Education (4 days a week).

Second graders are encouraged to be STAR STUDENTS:

Shine for Jesus through worship, praise & prayer times, and outreach/sharing projects.

Take responsibility in the areas of class jobs, completion of daily assignments & homework.

Actively get involved during class) and cooperative group times.

Reflect Jesus’ love and practice His compassion.