Curriculum Night 2010 Welcome to Mrs. D’Amico’s 3 rd Grade Class

Our Specials Schedule Mon – Music9:55 – 10:35 Tue – P.E.9:55 – 10:35 Wed -Library10:00 – 10:45 Computer10:45 – 11:30 Thu -P.E.9:55 – 10:35 Fri – Art9:55 – 10:35

Our Daily Schedule A.M. – Morning Routine, Specials, Math Lunch/Recess – 11;30 – 12:05 P.M. – Language Arts Social Studies/Science – switch with Mr. Hanna’s class on Tuesday/Thursday Afternoon Recess: 2:45 – 3:00 Cleanup/Dismissal – 3:40

Contact Mrs. D’Amico Phone: ext If you would like a meeting, call or me to set up an appointment.

Check out our Website! Classroom Website Go to Click on Schools and Lee Elementary Click on Lee Staff and Mrs. D’Amico This will bring you to our class website. No full face photos or last names of students will be used.

Homework Students will receive math and reading homework on Monday, and it will be due FRIDAY. Encourage students to return work the next day, but I do not check for it until Friday. Students make up missing homework during Friday morning recess. Students who turn in homework on time are eligible to win fabulous weekly prizes!!

Math All 3 rd grade students take common math assessments, based on the state GLCEs. Some concepts taught: Multiplication facts through 10 X 10 (challenge through 12 X 12) DivisionGraphing FractionsMoney – making change DecimalsGeometry Algebra

Rocket Math Rocket Math is a program to help students master basic math facts for all operations. These facts must become automatic so that students can do higher level problems. Unlike “Mad Minutes” Rocket Math takes into account students writing and processing speed. Each student begins at his/her individual level, and proceeds independently. As they finish a level students progress to the next level or next operation. Only two facts are introduced per day. See the parent letter for more details.

Math Series – 3 nd Year We use Macmillan McGraw-Hill “Math Connects”. Students have a textbook for the first time. You can access the website from home. Go to Choose Math Choose 3 rd Grade You will have access to games, extra practice, glossary of terms, personal tutors, quizzes and tests. To view the complete textbook, click on Studentworks Plus Online. You will need to enter the following code: B4FD4E3A7E

Reading/Language Arts Daily 5 – Read to Self, Read to Others, Work on Writing, Word Work, Listen to Reading Guided Reading Groups Comprehension Strategies RTI – to start after testing is finished Grammar – includes writing complete sentences and paragraphs. Words Their Way Spelling Traits of Writing Cursive

Science/Social Studies We expose students to concepts – mastery not expected at this level. Mr. Hanna teaches Science; I teach Social Studies. Focus on Michigan perspective for History, Geography, Economics, Public Policy Issues. Start saving souvenirs for Michigan Boxes in the spring!

Other Content Areas Computers and Technology Character Education Presentations Music/Art/Physical Education

Testing, Testing, 1,2,3!! MEAP Tests – Various dates in October Students tested on 2 nd grade GLCEs for math and reading SRI Testing – 3 times a year Students receive a Lexile score that will help them choose “just right” books. F & P Testing – 3 times a year Used to set up flexible reading groups RTI Testing – Phonics testing in fall, fluency testing fall and spring

Important Dates MEAP Testing - Oct Parent/Teacher Conferences- 11/2 & 11/4 First Report Card – mid November SRI Testing – September 27 F & P Testing – End of September RTI Testing – Right now!

Lee PTO Walk-a-thon! Friday, September 30 More Information is Coming! Our class goal is $ Monies raised will be used for field trips, classroom supplies, assemblies, and playgrounds. Please help us reach our goal, and join us for an afternoon of fun and fitness!