1. Welcome Back!
3rd grade
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2. Introductions Mrs. Foy Ms. Hawkins-Title I Math
Mrs. Gibney Mrs. Kozup-Title I Reading
Mrs. Book Miss Perkins-Title I Reading
Mrs. Dell Mrs. Sanchez-Learning
Mrs. Gsell Support
Mr. Hinkle

3. Curriculum Supplements + Accelerated Reader (there is a MP goal)
+ i-Ready(can be done at home)
math
reading
+ Reflex math (can be done at home)

4. Daily Schedule
8:30-9:00--Homeroom (morning work, intervention time if needed)
9:00-9:15-- Cursive Writing instruction and practice
9:15-10:00-- Specials-(Day 1--STEM, Day 2--Art, Day 3--Computer, Day 4--Library, Day 5--Music, Day 6--Gym)
10:00-11:45--Communication Arts (Spelling, Grammar, Handwriting, Vocabulary, Comprehension)
11:45-12:30--Magic Time (small group instruction, Daily 5 activities)
12:30-1:00--Lunch
1:00-2:20-- Math 
2:20-2:45--Recess
2:45-3:37-- Science or Social Studies 

5. Communication Arts Comprehension Vocabulary
Homework ( is worth 10% of grade)
Grammar
Spelling
Writing
AR 5 points per marking period
Spelling pretests will be given prior to each unit to determine which leveled list your child will receive for that unit.
There will be weekly assignments associated with the weekly spelling lists.

6. Comprehension Tests Unit 1 tests will be text dependent.
Unit 2 tests will be one cold read story, with multiple choice, and 1 open ended.
Unit 3 test will be one cold read story, multiple choice, read second story, open ended.

7. Comprehension Tests
Unit 4 -2 tests both with multiple choice and open ended, can be corrected for half credit.
Units 5-6 complete both tests on their own, no corrections
Will vary per class
Spelling and vocabulary tests on Day 5
Grammar and Comprehension tests Day 6

8. Example open ended question
How do the characters in the stories “The Thanksgiving Play” and “The Biggest Turnip” work together to solve their problems? Support your answer with clear text evidence.

9. PSSA Text Dependent Rubric

10. Math
Flexible grouping based on the i-Ready test. Students will be moved as needed.
Vocabulary is important and will be tested this year. Please study
Grades based on
Class work Test/quizzes homework (is worth 10% of grade)

11. Social Studies/Science
Will be included as one grade on report cards
First SS unit is maps. After initial unit SS is incorporated into Reading (cross-curricular)
Science – living things, minerals, sun and moon,
Some science topics will be covered in STEM special.

12. PSSA Information April 15-26 ELA, April 29-May 3 Math Expectations
Be in school on time
Stress effort and the importance of trying their best.
Cold read tests are stepping stones towards meeting expectations.
Text dependent answers need to be supported by evidence from the story, not one sentence.
Math open ended questions need to include work shown.

13. Organization Folders Planners (agendas)
Students are expected to come prepared for class, which includes the planner, folders, pencils, and homework (completed).

14. Homework (Counts) 30 minutes/night (average) Consequences
Will include reading every night (varies)
Expectations
Completed and turned in on time
Written in planner by the student
Planners checked by parent
Consequences
May miss recess to complete work
May attend lunch bunch with
Dr. Woods

15. Discipline Expectations
Discipline will be handled according to the High 5 expectations
Each type of infraction has its own consequences.

16. High 5- SWPBSP High 5 School Wide Positive Behavior Support Program
Character Development

17. Academic Honesty Policy
Most offenses at this level will be Level One.  If you determine a child has cheated on an assignment, typically you will:
1.  Allow him/her to take the quiz a second time.  He/she receives the average of the zero and the second grade. 
2.  Put a log entry into Powerschool so the offense is documented and one of the administrators can address the issue with the student if discipline is appropriate.  
3.  Contact the parent.

18. Reminders Make-up work-will be sent when student returns Dress code
3 consecutive days absent
Dress code
No flip flops
No bare shoulders
Refer to student handbook
Classroom birthday treats
Individual servings to be shared at lunch
Food allergies

19. Talent Show Third Graders may try out to perform
Students may not have more than 2 discipline slips for the year
Practices are required to perform
All paperwork must be turned in on time
Must have karaoke version of song if singing
Must be prepared at audition
Music must be on a flash drive or CD

20. Communication
If you have any questions or items you would like to discuss please contact your student’s teacher directly via .
Will respond within 24 hours or sooner.

21. Questions?