Transcript Daily Schedule

Open House
2014
Mrs. Crowley
Third Grade is an exciting year!
The average Third Grader is
explosive,
excitable,
dramatic, and
inquisitive.
A Third Grader –
Possesses a "know-it-all" attitude.
Is able to assume some responsibility for his/her
actions.
Actively seeks praise.
May undertake more than he/she can handle
successfully.
Is self-critical.
Recognizes the needs of others.
At eight-years-old, your child is
learning how to set goals and understand
the consequences of his/her behavior. You
can help by encouraging him/her as he/she:
Explores the relationship of feelings, goals,
and behavior.
Learns about choices and consequences.
Begins setting goals.
Becomes more responsible.
Learns how to work with others.
Adapted from familyeducation.com
We have adapted these internal skills into our
classroom rules.
We have agreed that our classroom is a safe
place for our minds, our bodies and our
belongings.
We are not only learning new skills but
learning how to treat each other with
respect within the IALAC model.
Third Graders are S.T.A.R.S.!
Stay safe
Take responsibility
Always try your best
Respect
We are using Star charts to records our behaviors
and realize we are responsible for our actions. We
will transfer to using our Clip Up chart soon.
Behavior Policy
Clip Up Chart
Everyone starts on green –
Ready to Learn each day
“Clip up” for positives
“Clip down” for unwanted behaviors
End the day on red (Outstanding) and you get
a star. Five stars equals a prize.
Reader’s Workshop
• Students will be exposed to a wide variety of literature as they
read books that cover a variety of literary genres:
biographies, historical fiction, fairy tales, mysteries,
science,
and social studies, as well as a choice of fiction books.
• The students will be participating in the Readers’ Workshop
program which consists of focus lessons, individual, partner
and group reading
The Students will learn to talk about books while improving
their reading comprehension and reading fluency.
How is Reading in 3rd Grade different?
We are reading to learn. Students must be able to give
evidence from the text to support their thinking. Students must
be able to communicate their ideas verbally and in writing.
Word Study/Fundations
• Word Study, a component of Readers’ Workshop, is the study
of spelling, new vocabulary, word meaning, and word
structure.
• Students will be using a program called Text Talk to learn new
words and become familiar with compound words, synonyms,
antonyms, homophones, figurative language, contractions,
possessives, prefixes, suffixes, and root words. The goal of a
word study program is to improve everyday spelling and
understand written language.
• Grade three spelling lists will consist of Fundation Words.
• Third graders will continue the Fundation program to help
students continue to grow as spellers.
Spelling
Weekly spelling lists
If a student receives a 100 on Monday’s pretest he/she will be given a set of challenge
words from our Text Talk series or other
areas of study
Homework each night
Tests on Friday
Writers’ Workshop
• Like Readers workshop, students will participate in a focus
lesson that models a specific writing skill or concept.
• Students will then practice this skill or concept as they write a
personal narrative, a fictional story, various forms of poetry,
and an expository composition.
• Students will learn about nouns, pronouns, verbs, adjectives,
and adverbs.
• They will learn to write a complete sentence with proper
punctuation and a good, well written paragraph.
• Students will also learn how to revise their writing and edit for
correct punctuation, spelling, grammar, and capitalization.
Math
The entire district will be using Eureka Math, also
known as Engage NY.
The year is broken into 7 Modules.
Module 1: Properties of Multiplication and
Division and Solving Problems with units of 2-5
and 10
For more details see the Eureka Math letter in your
packet
Eureka Math Sites
• http://commoncore.org/parents
• http://commoncore.org/maps/math/home
Visit this site to learn more about
Eureka math! There are helpful tips
as well as informative videos.
Social Studies
• Study the voyage and settlement of the Pilgrims in
New England
• Study the cultures and history of the Wampanoag
tribe
• Study biographies of famous people who contributed
significantly to our society, world, or country
• Study the geography and history of Massachusetts
and Holden (Boston Tea Party, Revolutionary War
and early colonial life)
• Study the history and significance of major American
holidays
Science
• Lifecycles
– plants, butterfly, and frog
• Animal Adaptations/Classifications
• The Solar System
• Matter
Penmanship
Students are expected to have neat and
legible printing at this point
We will begin reviewing cursive letters so
that students may write names. After that
it is their choice to use it or not.
Homework
30-40 minutes of homework Mon. – Thurs.
If your child is taking longer please let me
know right away
Typically Math, Spelling, or one other skill.
Reading 15 minutes a night.
Sign homework or planner to let me know if
assignment was particularly challenging
Planners
Homework and reminders copied each day
Please check it to make sure your child is
doing the right work
Papers travel between home and school in
the Dawson folder.
** Planners and Dawson Folder
go home and come back to
school every day!
Organization
Traveling Dawson folder
Mailboxes
In desk: folders
red folder – Work in Progress
blue – Social Studies
yellow – writing
green - Science
Pencil box for belongings
It would be helpful to know
if your child:
– is taking any medication that may affect
his/her performance in school
– is having a challenging time in school or
out of school
– has circumstances at home that may affect
learning at school
Birthdays
In lieu of the increasing number of food allergies
and childhood obesity we are a food free room.
I recognize each child’s birthday
with a certificate, pencil
or book mark and the
Birthday Necklace.
Healthier option to snack:
donating a book to our
classroom or school library.
Schedule
9:00-9:05 Morning work – DOL
9:05 - 9:30 Center Time
9:30 - 10:30 Reader’s Workshop
10:30 - 10:40 Snack
10:40 - 11:30 Science/Social Studies
11:30 - 12:15 Specials
12:15 - 1:15 Lunch/Recess
1:15 -2:30 Math
2:30 - 3:15 Writing/Word Study
3:15 Pack up and dismissal
Other scheduling notes
Morning snack break (10:30/10:45)
Please pack ONE healthy snack
Specials:
M – Music
T – P.E. (Gym)
W – Library
TH – Art
F – Music
Fridays switch:
11/17 PE
3/16 Art
Volunteers
Sign up on the clipboard on the front table if
you would like to be a volunteer. Please
specify, if you wish, in what area you
would like to help.
9-9:30 each day to work with small groups
Special projects – holiday crafts or games
Communication
On the website: Monthly newsletter
Homework, Spelling words and Spelling examples
Website
http://TeacherWeb.com/MA/DawsonElementarySchool/MrsCrowley/
Another way to get there:
Go to TeacherWeb.com – Parents and Students, Find Teacher,
Find School, click on Mrs. Crowley
Email –
[email protected]
Notes or phone call