1. WELCOME TO THIRD GRADE ! Mrs. Evans/Mrs. Hooven, Ms. Viscardi, Mrs. Zembal

2. Our Philosophy Teach a standard-based curriculum using our own distinctive styles Strive to meet the needs of individual learning styles Provide positive and challenging learning experiences Facilitate skills and strategies that promote life long learning

3. Homework Binders home nightly Mon.-Thurs. homework recorded in planner/due daily 20-30 minutes each night should be dedicated to reading Reading Log & Personal Spelling Word Quiz Sheet due Friday Initial “Reading” and “Math Facts” on log nightly Keep all papers in binder Do only assigned workbook pages

4. is a school-wide positive behavior system that focuses on defined behavior expectations and positive reinforcement for all students. P ositive B ehavior I nterventions and S upport PBIS …

5. Meadow Park School is a community of students, parents, and staff that promotes academic excellence within a positive social climate. Behavioral Expectations R esponsible O n Time and Ready P ositive Attitude E xpect Respect S afety First Mission Statement:

6. ROPES coupons… Provide students with immediate, frequent, and positive reinforcement Encourage expected and desired behavior and are used to acknowledge students at Friday Flag Deck

7. Field Trips & Special Programs (Thanks to our PTA) Heritage Hill Historical Park Native American Experience – Jan./Feb. (A letter will be sent home with dates and details) Music twice each month Special Assemblies

8. Helpful Hints at Home Memorizing facts Counting money Following recipes Telling time Writing friendly letters and thank you notes Reading maps

9. Tips for a Successful Year Start each day with a nutritious breakfast Bring a healthy recess snack every day Monitor TV, video games, and computer activities Provide a study area and a routine at home Sleep ten or more hours each night (asleep by 8:00 pm) Keep children home when ill

10. Online Communication Meadow Park Website Third Grade Website Teacher Email Teacher Voicemail Absence Phone Line: 936-5901 IUSD Website

11. Mission: Enhance our children’s education through technology. Who: Parents (we need You!). What: Raise funds for technology-related purchases for ONLY Meadow Park. Why: Shrinking world of the future – prepare our kids! Budget cuts. Funded by: Your donations, corporate grants. Recent Results: Instant Quiz-grading scanner; 29 laptops & desktops; laser printer in the lab; iPad 2; 24 memory upgrades; 2 document projectors; teacher technology training; software upgrades… When we meet: 2 nd Tuesday each month at 7pm. Please join us! (in conference room by lobby) We need You! to: Help us research corporate grants! (research from home or work, whenever convenient). Make a tax deductible donation (credit cards now accepted). Enter the raffle Visit our table in the lobby for credit card donations now. president@MeadowParkFoundation.Org Cell: 714.900.9699 www.MeadowParkFoundation.Org Meadow Park Foundation

12. Before you leave, remember to... On notecard, PRINT name, email, & phone number(s) Sign up to volunteer New volunteers must fill out district volunteer form Sign up for Fall Conference Leave your child a note