Title: Welcome to 3rd Grade!
1Welcome to 3rd Grade!
2What to Expect
- Third Grade is a year of changes exciting and
overwhelming at the same time. Third grade
expectations are much greater than ever before
student and parent must be up for the challenge.
- Your child knows how to read, write, add, and
subtract...now we move on from there. We will
build upon existing knowledge and create
life-long learners. - There is an incredible amount of content to cover
so responsibility is great. Third graders must
come to school each day with a positive,
respectful attitude, be prepared to learn, take
initiative and be willing to draw outside of the
lines. - The pace if fast, but by working together as a
TEAM we will help each other make incredible
gains and succeed! - I will guide your child through the exciting
world of third grade and they will leave each day
knowing that they are loved, that they were
heard, that they are smart and that they can
accomplish anything! - I will challenge them in ways they never thought
possible, I will expect nothing but the best and
I will watch them grow into the most incredible
3rd graders ever. I will teach them to think, to
be proud and to never give up! - What you can expect...one AMAZING year!
3 Miss Gracia
- I received a Bachelor of Arts in Elementary
Education from Arizona State University. - Student taught in 2nd grade
- I like to go spend time with friends and family.
I enjoy going to the movies, attending concerts,
and do outdoor activities. I also love to relax
in front of the TV. - I have a dog named Halo who is my fur-baby. ?
4Daily Schedule
- 830- 845 Morning Work
- 850- 1010 Reading Block
- 1010- 1030 ELA Rotations
- 1030-1040 Snack
- 1040- 1110 Specials
- 1110-1135 ELA Rotations Continued
- 1135-1215 Lunch/Recess
- 1215 -1230 DEAR
- 1230- 145 Math Block
- 145- 230 Social Studies/Science/Writing
- 230- 245 Homework/ Agenda/ Reflection
- 245-300 Read Aloud
- 300 Dismissal
Specials Schedule 1 4 PE 3 6 Music 5
Library 2 Brain Break
5Common Core Curriculum
This year, third grade will continue with full
implementation of Common Core Curriculum in
English Language Arts and Math. Please go to the
following websites to learn more about Common
Core Curriculum http//ww2.chandler.k12.az.us/pa
ge/934 www.pta.org/common_core_state_standards.as
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- Math
- Multiplication Division, Fractions, Geometry
Measurement, Number Sense - Standards in Mathematical Practice
- English Language Arts
- Writing
- Speaking and Listening
- Language
- Reading
- Literature
- Informational Text
- Foundational Skills
6Accelerated Reading Math
- Our 3rd grade team is continuously working
cohesively to meet your child at their level. - Your child may have a different reading or math
teacher based upon their needs. - Accelerated classes are fluid, they will change
throughout the year.
7Reading
- Literature Studies
- Nightly Reading 20 min. per night Reflections and
Book Reports - Assessments
- DIBELS
- DRA
- Skills Assessments
- Comprehension Assessments
- Students will be met at their level to receive
whole group instruction, as well as, small group,
and individual instruction throughout the year.
8Writing and Language
- Write From the Beginning
- Personal Narrative
- Informational Essay
- Persuasive Essay
- 6 1 Traits of Writing
- Grammar Skills
- Quick Write
- Write on Track
- Cursive writing
- Creative writing
9Thinking Maps
Fulton Elementary is a Thinking Maps school. We
use these strategies to help organize our ideas
in all areas reading, writing, grammar,
science, Social Studies and even math. Our
writing program, Write From the Beginning, uses
the tree map and flow map to help students
organize their writing, which will be beneficial
as we begin writing 5 paragraph reports and
stories!
10- Spelling
- 100 No Excuse Words
- Students will be assessed on spelling during
their daily writing and published work from their
Write From the Beginning samples. - Students will be given spelling lists based on
ELA Common Core Standards. Lists will be
generated according to spelling rules and areas
of concern. Rules will be spiraled and will be
seen several times throughout the year. - Blackout Boards
- Spellingcity.com
- Weekly assessments
11Math
- Scott Foresman (emphasizes vocabulary and builds
upon skills with incorporated spiral review) - Math Blocking per concept
- COMMON CORE Number Sense Multiplication and
Division (Quarter 1) - We will focus on
- Place Value
- Number Sense
- Addition/Subtraction with regrouping
- Multiplication
- Division
- Time
- Money
- Graphing
- Geometry
- Measurement
- Probability
- Discrete Mathematics
12Science
13Social Studies
14Homework
- Agenda must be signed EVERY NIGHT!
- Homework is sent home daily. (20-30 minutes per
night) - Students should complete homework independently.
- Assignments are due the following day, unless
otherwise specified. - Reading nightly is a part of daily homework.
Reading logs will be assigned weekly and due on
Fridays. - Questions about homework? Let me know!!
15Grading
- Letter grades (A, B, C, D, F) in math, reading
and writing. - Participation and Excellence Towards the
Standards grades (MS, P, AC) are awarded for
Science and Social Studies. - Look at the work weekly in your students folder.
- Progress Reports will go home half way through
the quarter. - Soon you will be able to register on-line to
check your childs progress in grades at home.
Ill notify you when this is possible.
16Classroom Management
- Our class agreements are mutual respect,
attentive listening, appreciations/no put-downs,
and right to pass and to participate. By
agreeing to these rules we will make our
classroom a fun and safe place to be. - Table points and raffle tickets
- Consequences are an obvious result of
misbehavior. Hopefully, we can take many steps
to resolve issues when they arise before severe
consequences are given. - Conference with teacher
- Responsible Thinking Process Reflection Sheet
- Communication Home
17AIMS Testing
- AIMS testing dates April 21-25
- It is IMPERATIVE that your child does not miss
any school during testing dates. Mark your
calendar NOW! - 3-4 hours of testing every day
- Reading and Math tested each day
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- Support
- Skill based instruction and grouping
- Parent support at home
- Test taking strategies practice throughout the
year.
18Tax Credit Donations
- 400 for married couples
- 200 for individual tax payers
- Donations to school will support our 3rd grade
field trip, purchasing Time 4 Kids and other
enrichment materials for each class, activities
and materials that align with our common core
standards, 3rd grade musical, Junior Achievement
and Art Masterpiece - Donate online _at_
- http//www.mychandlerschools.org/page/1131
193rd Grade Mining Field Trip
- Trip can be paid for by tax credit donations for
students only - Parent chaperones may pay with cash or check for
their trip. - Trip Date November 8th
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21Housekeeping
- Please notify me of any changes in transportation
or contact information - Dress Code - NO flip flops! Wear sneakers on
P.E. days (Days 1 4) - Library books are to be returned the DAY BEFORE
we have library - If you need to get in touch with me throughout
the day, please email me! - Lunches 1.75 daily
- Money can and should be put onto your childs
account with the cafe
22Parent Involvement
- Art Masterpiece
- Junior Achievement
- Classroom Volunteers
- PTO-We need 2 reps for our class!
- Please contact me if you are interested in
working in our classroom!
23Important Links
- Our classroom website http//ww2.chandler.k12.az
.us//site/Default.aspx?PageID47816 - Our school website http//www.mychandlerschools.
org/Domain/1819 - Our district website
- http//www.mychandlerschools.org/page/5
- To register to CUSD and Fultons websites (to
receive updates) www.mychandlerschools.org/regis
ter - To add money to your childs lunch account
https//mylunchmoney.com/ - District calendar http//www.mychandlerschools.o
rg/Page/1298 - Tax Credit Donations http//www.mychandlerschool
s.org/page/1131 - To check grades ON-LINE
- Coming Soon!
24No Phone Zone
- For the safety of our children, please stay off
of your cell phone while in the parking lot.
25Class T-Shirts
- Third Grade Torch Bearers
- Passing the Flame of Knowledge
- Order Form are going home tonight!
- Cash or check
- We will wear them on all field trips spirit day
Fridays. ?
26Birthday Celebrations
- Birthday Book Club
- Mrs. Kramb has decided to allow birthday treats
in the classroom for the 2013-2014 school year.
This topic will be taken to the Fulton Site
Council for discussion. A parent and teacher
survey will be sent out during the 2013-2014
school year to gather community input. The
Fulton Site Council will consider this feedback
and make a decision regarding birthday
celebrations for future years. Thank you for
your support and flexibility.
27Have you registered to receive updates from our
class and school websites?
www.mychandlerschools.org/register
28 Questions???
- Write down any questions you may have and Ill
compile a FAQs list to be sent home. - I look forward to partnering with you to make
this a memorable year for your child.