Welcome to Third Grade

1. Welcome to Third Grade Dutchtown Elementary

2. Meet Your 3rd Grade TEAM Mrs. Burnside Mrs. Dougherty *Mr. Hutsell* Ms. Ransey Ms. Rouvierre

3. A LiL Humor… • I am a teacher, but I am a parent first. • Just wanted to share a LiL Humor with you because I myself have been guilty of a few items you are about to hear. • Hope you Enjoy!!!

4. Behavior ExpectationsB.A.R.K. B = BE AWARE A = ALWAYS BE RESPONSIBLE R = REMAIN RESPECTFUL K = KEEP HANDS, FEET, & OBJECTS TO YOURSELF

5. Morning Meeting • Reinforces positive behavior • Begins each morning at 7:45 in the classroom • Helps foster family environment

6. Class Dojo • Students are given positive points to kick off the day!  • Points are taken after given a warning in class. • Overall percentage determines student participation in grade level celebrations as well as PBIS Celebrations. (80% or higher) • Specials teachers are linked to each class

7. What Will We Study? • Reading • Writing • Grammar • Math • Science • Social Studies • Vocabulary • Cursive Special Areas: P.E., Art, Music, P.E. 2, Mandarin, and Media Center

8. Mathematics • Adding and Subtracting Whole Numbers • Multiplication and Division • Place Value/Rounding • Geometry • Fractions • Measurement • Perimeter and Area • Analyzing and Graphing Data • Problem Solving

9. Reading • Themes/Morals • Comprehension • Author’s Purpose • Main Idea and Supporting Details • Sequencing • Story Elements • Point of View • Context Clues • Compare and Contrast • Cause and Effect • Figurative Language • Reading for Information • Making Inferences

10. Reading Goals Individual reading levels will be discussed at Parent Teacher conferences.

11. Reading at Home

12. Grammar These are ongoing! • Nouns • Verbs • Adjectives • Pronouns • Adverbs • Capitalization and Punctuation • Pronouns • Synonyms and Antonyms

13. Writing Three types of writing will be assessed: Narrative Persuasive/Opinion Informational Writing will be taught according to: The Units of Writing by Lucy Calkins & Other Resources

14. Science • Scientific Method • Heat • Habitats of Georgia’s plants and animals • Fossils • Rocks, Minerals and Soils • Effects of Pollution

15. Social Studies • Map and Globe Skills • U.S. Government • U.S. Geography- rivers and mountains • Key Explorers • Economics

16. First Semester Focus Reading topics: • Asking and Answering Questions, Elements of fiction and Non-Fiction, Understanding theme, Analyzing a character’s traits, feelings, and motives, comparing and contrasting themes, motives, and plots of stories LANGUAGE ARTS/Writing Topics: • Parts of speech, subject/verb agreement, types of sentences, narrative and informational writing Math Topics: • Place Value, rounding numbers, addition and subtraction, multiplication and division, word problems, and graphing • Science/S.S. topics: • Habitats, regions of Georgia, rocks and minerals • Map skills, branches of government

17. Field Trips • All trips require SIGNED parent permission • CASH ONLY • Chaperones are welcome (background check approved)…except on Cubihatcha  • Parents cannot ride on the bus

18. Possible Field Trips Diamond Del • Rocks and Minerals Mining • Adventure! • In-School Cubihatcha Nature Preserve • In-County Nature Preserve • Variety of Science Standards • Free…but no chaperones

19. 3rd Grade is a DifficultGrade for Student Transition. Tips for Transition Independence & Responsibility is Essential in 3rd grade. Addition & Subtraction facts should be memorized. Multiplication facts to 12 should be memorized. Practice! Practice! Practice! Responsibility for students’ property and actions is key. Reading daily at their level is strongly recommended .

20. Georgia State 3rd Grade Standards. AVAILABLE NOW FOR DOWNLOAD Click on an app icon below for links to download the State Standards App or search for “MasteryConnect” in your favorite app store. Download this APP on your phone or Ipad to gain access to ALL GEORGIA STATE STANDARDS FOR ALL GRADE LEVELS

21. Report Card • 3rd grade students will • receive number grades for academics • 90-100 = EX- Exemplary • 80-89% = PR- Proficient • 70-79% = AP-Approaching • 60-69% = LP- Limited Progress • 59%-0 = IP– Insufficient Progress • *50% is the lowest grade.

22. Report Card • Report Cards include the following information: • Subject areas and domains: English/Language Arts, Math, Science, and Social Studies • Music, PE, Art and Health • Work Habits • Attendance: Tardies and Absences • Behavior

23. More on Grades… • Conduct and effort will be reflected in the weekly Friday Folder or Class Dojo • Midterm reports will be issued for all third grade students

24. Homework Policy Complete homework in a timely manner • Students copy homework in their homework folder (please check these daily) • Completion of H.W. is strongly recommended as it is a daily review of skills being taught • Please encourage your child to take pride in his/her work.

25. Assessment Types • Formative • Daily, ongoing assessments/observations that are used to monitor student progress toward mastery of standards. These assessments typically assess mastery of individual standards. • Summative • An assessment that is used at the end of a unit of study. These assessments generally assess student mastery of several standards.

26. 3rd Grade Testing Formal Testing: • Georgia Milestone (April) Summative Assessment: • Subject Area Unit Tests • 9 Week Benchmark Assessments • MAP testing • Formative Assessments: • Small Group Observations • Daily Activities and Assignments

27. B.Y.O.T. • It is IMPERATIVE that students bring their Chromebooks to school CHARGED each day • Appropriate use of technology is expected, students will miss out on pertinent skills if they aren’t able to access Chromebooks due to lack of battery. • Laptops are a privilege…not a right! • Teachers are NOT responsible for charging student laptops

29. PHeW……. We’re Almost Done!!!!!!!!!!!

30. Dutchtown Elementary Website https://schoolwires.henry.k12.ga.us/de

31. VOLUNTEER applications available online • @ www.getinvolvedineducation.com • Support Our PTA…Join Today!! • Purchase a DES Shirt • Short Sleeved Gray T-Shirt $12 • ¾ Sleeve Gray/Black Jersey $15 • Join SAC/SAF!!!

32. How Else You Can Help • Practice Math facts (0-18) should be memorize by the end of second grade • Review all papers with your child when they bring it home. • PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE have high behavioral expectations at home, so it will carry throughout our daily instruction at school. Disruptive behaviors interrupt the entire teaching/learning process – not onlyfor the misbehaving student, but for ALL students in the classroom who are trying to get a quality education. • BE ON TIME! Your child will miss Valuable Information if tardy and will be at a disadvantage trying to catch up with the class. • Make sure your child does ALL their HW daily. • Give your child a quiet place to read for at least15 minutes daily. Record the books read on the Six Flags Reading Record.

33. GREATLY APPRECIATED: • Disinfectant WIPES • Lysol Disinfectant SPRAY • Items / discounts from your personal business • WHITE Copy Paper • COLORED Copy Paper • Treasure Box Items • Healthy Snacks (Store Bought, Individually Packaged enough for 24 students) • Dry Erase Markers

34. Any Questions???? Thank you for coming to Parent Info Night. If you find you have any concerns or comments please do not hesitate to ask.

35. We are delighted that you joined us tonight. Thank you for your active involvement in your child’s education. We look forward to a fantabulous school year :0) Working Together to Make a Difference!