Welcome to Third Grade ! Tawanka E lementary School

1. Welcome to Third Grade!TawankaElementary School Mr. James Wyatt Please be sure to sign in outside! Thank you

2. A Day in the life of a third grader in B-203…. • 9:10-9:30 – Arrival/Unpack/T.C.O.B. • 9:30-10:10 – ELA Reading • 10:10 -10:35 - ELA Vocabulary • 10:35-11:05 – ELA Writing • 11:05-11:20 – ELA Grammar • 11:20-11:25 - (Snack) SS/SCIENCE • 11:25-12:30 - Math • 12:30-1:30 – RECESS/LUNCH • 1:30-2:00 – W.I.N. • 2:00-2:40 – SPECIAL • 2:40-3:35 - SS/SCIENCE • 3:30 - 3:25 - Pack-Up / Dismissal

3. K.N.I.G.H.T.S Binder(KeepingNecessary Information & Goalsfor Terrific Students) The KNIGHTS binder is a 3-ring binder that teaches students responsibility, organization, and independence. It comprises the following sections: • K.N.I.G.H.T.S. RULES • MATH section • HW Section • Student BANKING

4. Homework • Homework should come home every night EXCEPT on FRIDAY’s. • Homework is checked for completion the following day of school and rewarded with a quarter stamp if ALL is complete including parent initial/signature in assignment book and reading/math logs. • Reading homework is assigned Monday through Friday. Students are to read for at least 15 minutes each night and complete the information required on their Reading Log and Think Mark sheet. This includes date, parent initials, title, author, and genre of book, as well as pages/chapters read, and completion of Think Mark. Reading logs and Think Marks are kept in the plastic sleeve of your child’s K.N.I.G.H.T.S. binders. • Math Fluency Drills & Math Daily Four Questions are given Monday through Thursday. Math in Focus homework is ONLY assigned when teacher believes students are ready to practice on their own.

5. Specialist Schedule Day 1 Library Day 2 Music Day 3 Art Day 4 Gym Day 5 FLEX

6. 3rd Grade Reading Program Good Habits, Great Readers (GR, GH) is a program that is divided into 7 units that reflect the identified habits and attitudes of proficient readers. In this structure, the teacher acts as the expert reader to scaffold the instruction helping students accomplish a reading strategy, skill, or behavior. The seven units of study are: 1. Great readers see themselves as readers. 2. Great readers make sense of text. 3. Great readers use what they know. 4. Great readers understand how stories work. 5. Great readers read to learn. 6. Great readers monitor and organize ideas and information. 7. Great readers think critically about what they read.

7. Junior Great Books JGBis a program that brings high-quality literature and student-centered discussion to our classroom while providing a superb framework for practicing reading comprehension, critical thinking, and writing. It allows our students to see themselves as successful learners and thinkers as they develop their cognitive, social, and emotional intelligence.

8. Class Novels

9. Reading A – Z books are used for homework every two weeks. Students will be required to read one printed Reading A-Z book every two- weeks. In addition, students are to complete the Bi-Weekly Reading packet that is sent home every two weeks with their Reading A-Z book. Students will take a book quiz as a culminating activity for each Reading A-Z book read throughout the year. http://www.raz-kids.com/main/Login

10. Reading (continued) Do you have the C.R.A.F.T. of a good reader? Having the C.R.A.F.T. of a good reader includes COMPREHENSION, RESPONSE TO TEXT, ACCURACY, FLUENCY, and TEXT ELEMENTS. A reader is said to have the CRAFT when he/she has expertise, knowledge, and proficiency in ALL aspects of reading. (Refer to the pink CRAFT Reading Strategies handout for how you can help your child continue to work on their reading “craft” at home) Close Reading A close reading is a careful and purposeful reading. Well actually, it's rereading. This type of reading places pays close attention to individual words, syntax, and the order in which sentences and ideas unfold as one reads.

11. Steps and Codes for Close Reading

12. Notice and Note Signposts • https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=6SRqZk7WkBI

13. Vocabulary Sadlier – Vocabulary Workshop is an engaging multimedia program with a systematic approach to direct vocabulary instruction. Its blend of print and multimedia components helps to enrich and support instruction for all learners. These components include online practice, games, and quizzes. You can access the multimedia components by logging onto: http://www.sadlier-oxford.com/vocabulary/vocabularyworkshop.cfm

14. GRAMMAR GRAMMAR WORKSHOP – explicitly teaches the conventions of standard English to help students communicate their written ideas with clarity and correctness. The online, interactive practice, and quizzes help students to reinforce the conventions of standard English. The simple, systematic three-step lessons on grammar, usage, and mechanics make learning and teaching quick and easy.

15. Writing WorkshopGrade 3 Units of Study UNIT 1 - HOW WRITERS WORK TEXT TYPE: NARRATIVE/OPINION  UNIT 2 - AUTHOR STUDY - PATRICIA POLACCO TEXT TYPE: INFORMATIONAL UNIT 3 - LITERARY NONFICTION TEXT TYPE: INFORMATIONAL UNIT 4 - BIOGRAPHY TEXT TYPE – OPINION UNIT 5 – GRAMMAR

16. Math In FocusCurriculum • Chapter 1 – Place Value with Numbers up to 10,000   • Chapter 2 - Mental Math and Estimation  • Chapter 3 - Addition up to 10,000 • Chapter 4 - Subtraction up to 10,000  • Chapter 5 - Using Bar Models: Addition and Subtraction  • Chapter 6 - Multiplication Tables of 6,7,8, and 9   • Chapter 7 - Multiplication  • Chapter 8 - Division • Chapter 9 - Using Bar Models: Multiplication and Division  • Chapter 10 - Money  • Chapter 11 - Metric Length, Mass, and Volume  • Chapter 12 - Real World Problems: Measurement  • Chapter 13 - Bar Graphs and Line Plots  • Chapter 14 - Fractions  • Chapter 15 - Customary Length, Weight, and Capacity  • Chapter 16 - Time and Temperature  • Chapter 17 - Angles and Lines  • Chapter 18 - Two - Dimensional Shapes  • Chapter 19 - Area and Perimeter

17. Math Fluency It is very important for students to learn their basic math facts so that they become BOTH automatic and fluent. Students should be able to give an answer within two seconds. According to brain research, when a child knows facts fluently, he/she will be able to concentrate on learning new and more difficult math concepts because the math facts are in his/her long term memory. What we have learned from our new program is that before a child can learn their facts… 1st Trimester:50 problems in 3 minutes (Addition & Subtraction) 2nd Trimester50 problems in 3 minutes (Addition & Subtraction) 30 problems in 2 minutes (1, 2, 5, and 9 Multiplication Tables) 3rd Trimester 50 problems in 3 minutes 30 problems in 2 minutes (ALL Multiplication Tables)

18. Calendar Math Calendar Math is a unique addition to our Singapore Math program. It is done each morning and entails previewing, reviewing and practicing key math concepts such as place value, measurement, money, time, and much more. The program is unique in that it is not taught in the traditional method. The students sit together as a class in a more informal environment and talk about the concepts. This format encourages higher level thinking and deeper discussions as a class, which allows the students to become truly engaged and to think about math on a whole different level.

19. Math (continued)Online Resources Think Central You may access ALL 3rd grade Math in Focus materials through the Think Central website. These materials include our textbooks, our workbook, parent videos, and virtual manipulatives. These manipulatives are very similar to the concrete manipulatives we use in class. You can access Think Central by going to www.thinkcentral.com and then entering the username (student number) and password (mathisfun) that was sent home on the neon orange sheet in the K.N.I.G.H.T.S. binder. IXL Students are encouraged to access First in Math at home. First in Math makes math lessons fun and interactive, so children build their level of confidence and begin to have a sense of accomplishment. To access First in Math at home, go to https://IXL.com. Once you get onto the website, all your child will need to do is enter their username and password which was sent home on the neon orange sheet in their K.N.I.G.H.T.S. binder.

20. Social StudiesSocial Studies Alive - Our Community and BeyondThe Social Studies Alive approach focuses on a more student centered, activity based classroom, where students receive a series of instructional practices that allow students of all abilities to experience key social studies concepts. You may access the online component of History Alive by going to http://www.teachtci.com/. Your child’susernameis first initial last nameand theirpasswordis ssisfun.The chapters of study for this school year are: • Chapter 1 - Where in the World is Our Community? • Chapter 2 - Where in the U.S.A. is Our Community? • Chapter 3 - What is the Geography of Our Community? • Chapter 4 - How do People Become Part of Our Country? • Chapter 5 - What Makes Our Community Diverse? • Chapter 6 - How Do People Improve Their Communities? • Chapter 7 - How Are People Around the World Alike and Different? • Chapter 8 - How Does Our Economy Work? • Chapter 9 - How Does Global Trade Affect Our Community? • Chapter 10 - What Are the Public Services in Our Community? • Chapter 11 - Who Works at City Hall? • Chapter 12 - How Do We Have a Voice in Our Community? • Chapter 13 - Whose Planet Is It, Anyway? • Chapter 14 - How Can We Help the Global Community?

21. Science FOSS is an inquiry-based Science program which capitalizes on children’s naturally inquisitive nature. Students will guide their own learning through discovery, questions, and hands-on experimentation. The FOSS system is comprised of a series of kits that will teach 3 Science modules. Module 1: Structures of Life From seeds to Bess beetles and everything in between! Module 2: Earth Materials Properties of rocks and minerals with specific examples Module 3: Physics of Sound Discriminating between sounds; sounds as different vibrations; sound travel Module 4: Measurement ~ Metric & Customary ~Please note there is no Science textbook. However, each student will have a Science notebook.

22. “Show Me the Money” Classroom Management System The 3rd grade team utilizes, “Show Me the Money” as our grade level classroom management system. Students have the opportunity to earn $.50 (class money) each day. Part is for HW, the other is for behavior. Students keep account of their earnings in their bank section of their KNIGHTS Binders, and have the opportunity to buy rewards with their savings, provided they have enough each trimester. For HW Daily Calendar and/or Additional Assignments: • To earn a quarter for homework, students have to have ALL of the previous night’s homework assignments completed as well as have assignment book, reading and math log initialed. • Failure to miss one assignment or have one initial missing means no money earned for homework that evening.

23. “Show Me the Money” Classroom Management System (cont’d.) For behavior, each student starts the day with a quarter and has the opportunity to earn the full quarter’s value at the end of each day. Periodic check-ins and/or behavior not up to expectation will result in a decrease or total loss, depending upon infraction or amount of warnings. • Students may get a written note in their calendar for any number of negative behaviors. (Disruption, not following directions, off-task, or talking) • Students receiving multiple notes in a given month will result in an office referral. • Students losing coins for any reason, on a consistent basis, may risk not being able to take part in rewards day and/or purchase prizes. Your help and support is very important!!!

24. Standards Based Grading Standards-based grading ensures that each student’s grade is an accurate indicator of what that student knows and is able to do. All instructional activities in a standards-based classroom are derived from specific learning targets. After presenting new concepts and skills, the teacher designs formative assessments that provide opportunities for practice and feedback, and then summative assessments to measure whether students have reached the learning targets. Academic grades are based solely on these summative assessments. Other factors, such as organization, participation, work completion, and behavior, while essential for student success, are not included in the academic grade; doing so would mean that the academic grade would no longer be an accurate indicator of student achievement.

25. The Four-Level Grading Scale: Instead of receiving points or percentages for each assessment, each student will earn a score that is based upon previously communicated expectations (learning targets). For these assessments, a four-level scale correlates to the following grades and descriptors: E =  Exceeds grade level expectations; demonstrates strong independence M =  Meets grade level expectations; requires minimal support A = Approaching grade level expectations; requires moderate support I = Minimal progress on grade level expectations; requires significant support NA = Standards were not addressed this trimester

26. State & District AssessmentCalendar 2019-2020 CDT Reading & Math Grade 3 September 11 - October 4 January 6 – January 24 STAR Reading Assessment Grade 3 September 11 – September 27 January 13 – January 31 May 11 – May 22 PSSA ELA Grade 3 April 20 – April 24 PSSA Math Grade 3 April 27 – May 1 PSSA Make-Ups Grade 3 May 4 – May 8

27. Communication • E-mail is the fastest way to get in touch with me: • jwyatt@neshaminy.k12.pa.us • Absence Notes • Please include note for each absence. Not in student AGENDA book – office needs a copy. • Vacations need to be approved by the office BEFORE the trip. • Change in Transportation • Notes are needed for ALL changes in transportation. • Parents will need to wait outside until their child exits the building when walkers/pick-ups are called.

28. WHAT IS TITLE IAND HOW CAN I BE INVOLVED?

29. Definition of Title I: • Title I provides federal funding to schools to help students who are low achieving or at most risk of falling behind. • Title I is allocated to schools based on the percentage of student receiving free/reduced lunch. • Our school continues to participate as a Schoolwide school for the 2019-2020 school year.

30. Schoolwide means: • The school uses Title I funds to upgrade the entire educational program of the school. • Title I funds are used to serve all children in order to raise academic achievement. • Title I funds will be used to provide additional assistance to all students who experience difficulties in meeting the State’s performance targets.

31. To be a “Schoolwide” School: • The school must qualify for Title 1 services and have a Schoolwide plan completed and approved • The school must collect and analyze data that effects student achievement. • The school must develop a comprehensive site plan and annually review the effectiveness of the plan. Our plan is available for your review.

32. How Can You Be Involved?

33. Parent Involvement Opportunities • Attend parent conferences • Become part of your school’s parent advisory group • Attend Neshaminy School District’s Title 1 Parent meeting in the Fall and the Spring • Sign up for free/reduced lunch if you meet the income eligibility. Applications are open all school year.

34. Free and Reduced Meals • Available to students whose families meet income eligibility requirements (handout). • Breakfast and lunch offered at a reduced price or for free, depending on income. • There is only an online application. Our school nurse is available to assist if needed. • Is confidential. Students receive a meal card PIN number that is the same meal card full-paying students receive. There is no difference.

35. Children may receive free or reduced price meals if your household’s income is within the limits on the Federal Income Eligibility Guidelines. Your children may qualify for free or reduced price meals if your household income falls at or below the limits on this chart.

36. The online application can be found on the Neshaminy website. Use link at the bottom of the Home Page. Follow the link on the left side of the page.

37. PA Core Standards The PA Core State Standards Initiative is a state-led effort to establish a single set of clear educational standards for English-language arts and mathematics that states can share and voluntarily adopt. The purpose of a standards‐based reporting system is to provide parents/guardians, teachers and students with more accurate information about students’ progress toward meeting content standards. By monitoring the concrete skills and knowledge listed on the progress report, we will know whether all students are learning what they should in each grade. Parents/guardians will be more aware of what their children should know and be able to do by the end of each grade level.

38. Contact Information • Please contact your school’s principal or reading specialist for more information regarding our Schoolwide Program and services.

39. Please feel free to browse around and enjoy the student work in the common area. Thanks so much for coming!  ~Mr. James Wyatt