The writing progressions in grade K-5 are based on the Lucy Calkins Units of Study. Individual pieces of writing are worked on for longer periods of time. The focus is on the quality of the writing process over the quantity of the products. Students learn how to write different writing genres, with the complexities of the writing growing at each grade level. Students grow ideas, plan their pieces, draft their writing and revise and edit their work in the classroom. The teachers share teaching points with the whole class and confer with students individually to coach them on the specific areas they need to grow in. Students take pride in their writing and look forward to the end-of-unit celebrations. Students learn appropriate strategies to develop their own writing skills, focusing on the individual's learning and growth rather than a one-size-fits-all approach to teaching and learning.

I share with students all the time that I love to write and enjoy writing every day. I recently shared with staff about an old photo album that was sent to me from my sister that had photos and letters from friends and family around the country expressing their gratitude and appreciation for their friendship and relationship with our parents was a valuable reminder to me about the  importance of the art of writing, the story behind the writing and the value of building relationships with others.

Thank you for your interest and support! Nadine

Live Oak needs volunteers for Makeup Picture Day on September 21! Please SIGN-UP here to assist the photographers. Please make sure you have the SRVUSD Volunteer Management System Clearance.

Clip the boxtops, collect them and turn them in to your teachers in a ziploc before October 12.The top classes will receive a prize/treat after each collection.