Welcome to Third Grade

1. Welcome to Third Grade Curriculum Night 2011-2012

2. Schedule 7:50-8:30 Spelling/Word Work 8:30-9:30 Writing 9:30–10:15 Math Problem Solving 10:15–11:00 Specials 11:00–11:45 Math Stations 11:45-12:45 Recess/ Lunch 12:45-1:45 Reading 1:45-2:45 Science 2:45-2:50 Dismissal

3. Academic Content Areas

4. Six Traits Writing • Ideas – The content or main theme. • Organization – The internal structure. • Voice – The personal voice of the author; it gives the sense of a real person speaking. • Word Choice – Precise, colorful, rich language. • Sentence Fluency – The writing has a rhythm; it flows. • Conventions – Mechanical correctness, including grammar and spelling.

5. Reading Skill Development • 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

6. Social Studies • Map Elements • Communities / Local History • Government • Cultural Influences • Economics / Business • Citizenship

7. Place Value Rounding / Compatible Numbers Time Probability Fractions Temperature Patterns Money Graphing Number Concepts Basic Operations Geometry Problem Solving in real world contexts Math

8. 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)

9. 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.

10. Student Responsibilities

11. 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

12. BehaviorConsequences 1. Think Track at recess time 2. Folder Signed 3. Verbal/Written Apology 4. Letter/Phone Call Home 5. Conference 6. Office Referral • Use time and materials wisely • Participate • Use self-discipline • Respond promptly and willingly • Be courteous • Work and play well with others • Show respect for property • Follow the school rules • Listen attentively • Follow directions

13. Specials Conduct Slips 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. 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 respect Responsible choices Open minds Never give up Go the extra mile Notes:__________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ Please sign and return to the following Specials teacher: Computers ______________ Art ______________ Music______________ PE______________ _____________________ _____________________ Student Signature Parent Signature

14. 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.

15. 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.

16. 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.

17. 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.

18. Communication

19. Planning Time 10:15– 11:00 am Mrs. Mestayer Mrs. Sligar mestayea@friscoisd.org sligarl@friscoisd.org Mr. Stephens Mrs. Prior stepheal@friscoisd.org priora@friscoisd.org Mrs. Bruno Mrs. Ike brunoj@friscoisd.org ikef@friscoisd.org

20. Thanks for coming!This PowerPoint is on the Third Grade Website, so check it out!!