Welcome Parents and Students! 3rd Grade 2018-2019 1

University Academy Mission Statement and Vision The mission of University Academy is to prepare students to succeed in an institution of higher education and to become leaders in society. The vision of University Academy is to become the best K- 12 college-preparatory charter public school in the country with an emphasis on college preparation, career development, community service, and leadership.   2

Meet Mrs. Conner Hello!  I am so excited to be teaching Third Grade Math for the 2018-2019 school year.  I have been a teacher at University Academy since 2010. During that time, I have taught both 3rd and 4th grades. I graduated from Park University in 2001 with my degree in Elementary Education. I also have an ESL degree from Kansas State University. I have two daughters and two beautiful grandchildren. I love to read, crochet, and play games. 3

My Commitment to Parents I promise to care for your child and to help your child reach the highest levels of excellence. I promise to teach your child to be a critical thinker and problem solver. I promise to teach, encourage, and support your child. 4

My Commitment to Students I promise to teach you all of the things you will need to know in order to be a successful 3rd grade mathematician. I promise to always have high expectations for your learning and behavior. I promise to care about you, listen to you, and encourage you. 5

GO TEAM! Our college is the University of Kansas. We will have many team competitions this year where students will be able to represent their college. Every student in grades 3-5 is a part of a college team. Look for more news about our team! 6

Student Expectations Arrive to school on time and prepared. Follow all school and class rules the first time. Give your best effort on all tasks. Ask for help when you need it. Participate appropriately in group activities. Turn in your best work. Turn in assignments and homework on time. 7

ClassDojo All 3rd grade teachers will use ClassDojo to track and communicate behavior. You will receive directions with a code to access your child’s ClassDojo account. We love ClassDojo because it allows us to promote positive behavior!

Daily Schedule 3rd Grade Morning Mtg 7:45 - 8:00 Block 1 Homeroom 8:00 - 8:45 Guided Reading 8:50-9:30 Recess 9:35-10:00 Block 2/4 10:10 - 11:35 Specials 11:35 - 12:30 Lunch 12:35 - 12:57 Block 3/5 1:05-2:30 2:30-2:40 Day 1 TBA Rotation 1 Rotation 2 Day 2 Rotation 3 Rotation 4

3rd Grade Promotion Standards Students must pass ALL core classes with more than 70% of all standards for each subject mastered. (Communication Arts, Math, Science, Social Studies). Students must have 95% attendance. Testing data also considered for promotion will be Benchmark scores and MAP scores. Students should score 60% or higher on BM#4 or the Summer School EOC Test, or should score Proficient or Advanced on the State MAP Tests in ELA, Math and Science. Students must meet their grade level requirements for reading as measured by F & P and SRI. Administration may substitute specific criteria for promotion in place of grades or attendance based on additional or alternative learning experiences when deemed in the best interest of the student. Students must receive recommendation for promotion from their grade level team and principal, based on satisfactory classroom performance throughout the current academic school year. Administration must approve all team decisions. 3rd Grade Reading Expectations Fountas and Pinnell Scores Lexile Scores August December March M N/O O/P 350 425 475-500

Homework Policy Reading Logs Homework will be assigned as needed for additional practice based on students’ needs. Please take time to look over homework with your student. Reading Logs Students will have a daily reading log. Please after your student has read for 20 minutes. Homework Policy 11

Class Website Please visit the class website by going to www.universityacademy.org The website for each class will be updated frequently to show assignments and keep parents updated on classroom activities.

Contact Information Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns. Email – connerk@universityacademy.org ClassDojo! All conferences are done by appointment only. All visitors must sign in at the Front Office and wear a visitor badge. Please schedule classroom visits in advance to ensure that students are not testing or at specials. Please email all transportation change requests to Ms. Thatcher at thatchern@universityacademy.org before noon. (Teachers are not allowed to make any changes.) 13