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Welcome to Third Welcome to Third GradeGrade
Welcome to Third Welcome to Third GradeGrade
Curriculum NightCurriculum Night2011-20122011-2012
7:50-8:30 Spelling/Word Work8:30-9:30 Writing9:30–10:15 Math Problem Solving10:15–11:00 Specials11:00–11:45 Math Stations11:45-12:45 Recess/ Lunch12:45-1:45 Reading1:45-2:45 Science2:45-2:50 Dismissal
ScheduleSchedule
Academic Content Academic Content AreasAreas
Academic Content Academic Content AreasAreas
Six Traits WritingSix Traits Writing1. Ideas – The content or main theme.2. Organization – The internal structure.3. Voice – The personal voice of the author; it
gives the sense of a real person speaking.4. Word Choice – Precise, colorful, rich
language.5. Sentence Fluency – The writing has a
rhythm; it flows.6. Conventions – Mechanical correctness,
including grammar and spelling.
Reading Skill Reading Skill DevelopmentDevelopment
•Fact/opinion
•Point of view
•Context clues
•Cause and effect
•Sequence of events
•Fluency
•Decoding strategies
•Story elements
•Character traits
•Drawing conclusions
•Reading for multiple purposes
•Summarization
•Predicting outcomes
•Comprehension
Social Studies• Map Elements• Communities / Local History• Government• Cultural Influences• Economics / Business• Citizenship
Math• Place Value• Rounding /
Compatible Numbers
• Time • Probability • Fractions• Temperature
• Patterns• Money• Graphing• Number Concepts• Basic Operations• Geometry• Problem Solving in
real world contexts
Science• Scientific Method /Lab Safety• Force and Motion• Simple Machines• Matter• The Changing Earth• Earth’s Natural Resources• Solar System / Characteristics of the Sun• Inherited Traits of Plants and Animals• Animal Adaptations (Polar Habitats)
Flexible Grouping• Third grade students are flexibly
grouped for small group instruction. Teachers pull small groups for word work, hands-on resources, targeted skill instruction, and comprehension strategy instruction.
Student Student ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities
Student Student ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities
Homework What to expect?• Monday – Thursday
– Minimum of 15 minutes of silent reading each night
– Basic math fact practice– Spelling activities
• As assigned –– Math skill review worksheet– Language Arts /Science/Social Studies
project or review worksheet
1. Use time and materials wisely2. Participate3. Use self-discipline4. Respond promptly and
willingly5. Be courteous6. Work and play well with
others7. Show respect for property8. Follow the school rules9. Listen attentively10.Follow directions
BehaviorBehavior ConsequencesConsequences1. Think Track at recess time2. Folder Signed3. Verbal/Written Apology4. Letter/Phone Call Home5. Conference6. Office Referral
Computers • Art • Music • PE Conduct Slip
Student Name: ________________ Date:_______________ Classroom Teacher: ___________________ At Sonntag, we pledge to be Sonntag Strong, all day
long.I did not make a STRONG choice today in Specials. Safety First Treat others with respectResponsible choicesOpen mindsNever give upGo the extra mile Notes:________________________________________________
__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________
Please sign and return to the following Specials
teacher: Computers ______________ Art ______________
Music______________ PE______________ _____________________ _____________________ Student Signature Parent
Signature
This is the behavior report for all Specials classes. If your child receives one of these
slips, please sign it and return the slip to the
appropriate Specials teacher. These slips can affect your
child’s conduct grade. These slips are meant to
communicate inappropriate behaviors and are similar to a folder/planner signature.
If you have questions regarding a conduct slip that was sent home, please contact that
Specials teacher.
SpecialsConduct Slips
Lunch Time• Parents are ALWAYS welcome to eat lunch with their
child at the designated table at the back of the cafe. • We know that you cherish the visit with your child, so
no friends will be permitted to sit with your child. • In accordance with the State Law of Texas, parents who
bring food for their child may not share with other children.
Snacks• This is really important to your child!• Please send a healthy morning snack and a fresh,
small bottle of water for your child daily.
Weekly Agenda/Planner• Your child has received a weekly
planner. Help your child learn to use it.
• Check it daily and initial that you have seen it EVERYDAY.
• It is never too early to develop organizational habits for success.
Birthday Celebrations
Birthday celebrations will begin at 2:30 pm.
• Treats must be store-bought only.• Please let your child’s teacher know you are
bringing treats so we can schedule accordingly.
• Birthday party celebrations are welcomed and are a big part of your child’s school year experience.
Transportation Home• Please inform the school office prior to
2:15 pm of any changes in your child’s mode of transportation home.
• Teachers will not check emails during instructional time, so please contact the office.
• The office may not be able to reach your child’s teacher with the message after 2:30 pm.
CommunicationCommunicationCommunicationCommunication
Planning Time 10:15– 11:00 am
Mrs. Mestayer Mrs. [email protected] [email protected]
Mr. Stephens Mrs. [email protected] [email protected]
Mrs. Bruno Mrs. Ike [email protected] [email protected]
Thanks for coming!
This PowerPoint is on the Third Grade Website, so check it out!!
