The Timbers’ Third Grade Team We are looking forward to a fantastic third grade year! Welcome to Third Grade! Grace Leeds Kim Fink Mona Malinowski Susan Vento Cierra Bollig

Timbers Wolf Pact We will be respectful. We will be responsible. We will be safe.

Arrival

Attendance

Parents may walk their child to the classroom on the first day only. First Day of School

Please fill out how your child goes home on the white dismissal card and give to your teacher before you leave tonight! A parent note is required if your child will be going home a different way than what is listed on the dismissal form. If an emergency arises, you must call the office before 2:45. No changes may be made after that time. Dismissal

Snack Attack Examples of some healthy snacks include but are not limited to: -goldfish, pretzels, dry cereal, cut up fruit/ vegetables, granola bars, crackers, etc. -water is allowed in class in a spill proof container (no screw tops)

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Wonderful Words Their Way Students will be placed in leveled spelling groups. Each group will have their own set of words for the week. The weekly spelling homework format will be posted in their spelling notebook.

Homework is assigned Monday-Thursday. This typically includes: -Reading for 15 minutes (record in planner) -Math -Spelling Hit a Home Run with Homework!

BEE Book B ring E verything E veryday The Third Grade BEE Book will be sent home and returned every day.

Tuesday folders go home in the BEE Book each week. Look for a conduct sheet, graded assignments and important school info. Please review, sign, and return on Wednesday. Tuesday Folders

Conduct Marks Warning given Conduct mark given 2 marks/day = miss part of recess 3 marks/day = Detention 6 marks/week = Detention U Conduct Marks Warning given Conduct mark given 2 marks/day = miss part of recess 3 marks/day = Detention 6 marks/week = Detention U Conduct Cards Parents please review your childs’ conduct card daily in the BEE Book. Work Habit Marks Warning given Work habit mark given Work Habit Marks Warning given Work habit mark given

After school 3:30-4:30. You will be notified prior to the date. Parents are responsible for transportation. Being assigned a 3rd detention becomes an office referral. Detention Details

Our school and the third grade team has developed a system of rewards to encourage positive behaviors: Classroom Rewards Hallway tickets that reinforce school expectations Individual student rewards through signature cards ~Students can shop at the signature store!~ Cafeteria Rewards for “Staying on Green”! Positive Behavior

Your Support Is Essential Your involvement in your child’s learning experience at Timbers is a meaningful component of their success. Take time to join our PTO! Feel free to call, , or schedule a conference if you have any questions.

Grant a Wish Make wishes come true for your child’s classroom! See your homeroom classroom teacher’s supply wish list before leaving tonight. Thank you for your support!

STAAR – 3 rd Grade Subjects Assessed: Reading and Math STAAR Math – May 9, 2016 STAAR Reading – May 10, 2016