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WELCOME TO THIRD GRADE !. Mrs. Evans/Mrs. Hooven, Ms. Viscardi, Mrs. Zembal. Our Philosophy. Teach a standard-based curriculum using our own distinctive styles Strive to meet the needs of individual learning styles Provide positive and challenging learning experiences
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WELCOME TO THIRD GRADE ! Mrs. Evans/Mrs. Hooven, Ms. Viscardi, Mrs. Zembal
OurPhilosophy • Teach a standard-based curriculum using our own distinctive styles • Strive to meet the needs of individual learning styles • Provide positive and challenging learning experiences • Facilitate skills and strategies that promote life long learning
Homework • Binders home nightly • Mon.-Thurs. homework recorded in planner/due daily • 20-30 minutes each night should be dedicated to reading • Reading Log & Personal Spelling Word Quiz Sheet due Friday • Initial “Reading” and “Math Facts” on log nightly • Keep all papers in binder • Do only assigned workbook pages
PBIS … Positive Behavior Interventions and Support is a school-wide positive behavior system that focuses on defined behavior expectations and positive reinforcement for all students.
Mission Statement: Meadow Park School is a community of students, parents, and staff that promotes academic excellence within a positive social climate. Behavioral Expectations Responsible On Time and Ready Positive Attitude Expect Respect Safety First
ROPES coupons… • Provide students with immediate, frequent, and positive reinforcement • Encourage expected and desired behavior and are used to acknowledge students at Friday Flag Deck
Field Trips & Special Programs(Thanks to our PTA) • Heritage Hill Historical Park Native American Experience – Jan./Feb. • (A letter will be sent home with dates and details) • Music twice each month • Special Assemblies
Helpful Hints at Home • Memorizing facts • Counting money • Following recipes • Telling time • Writing friendly letters and thank you notes • Reading maps
Tips for a Successful Year • Start each day with a nutritious breakfast • Bring a healthy recess snack every day • Monitor TV, video games, and computer activities • Provide a study area and a routine at home • Sleep ten or more hours each night (asleep by 8:00 pm) • Keep children home when ill
Online Communication • Meadow Park Website • Third Grade Website • Teacher Email • Teacher Voicemail • Absence Phone Line: 936-5901 • IUSD Website
Meadow Park Foundation Mission: Enhance our children’s education through technology. Who: Parents (we need You!). What: Raise funds for technology-related purchases for ONLY Meadow Park. Why: Shrinking world of the future – prepare our kids! Budget cuts. Funded by: Your donations, corporate grants. Recent Results:Instant Quiz-grading scanner; 29 laptops & desktops; laser printer in the lab; iPad 2; 24 memory upgrades; 2 document projectors; teacher technology training; software upgrades… When we meet: 2nd Tuesday each month at 7pm. Please join us! (in conference room by lobby) We need You! to: • Help us research corporate grants! (research from home or work, whenever convenient). • Make a tax deductible donation (credit cards now accepted). • Enter the raffle Visit our table in the lobby for credit card donations now. president@MeadowParkFoundation.Org Cell: 714.900.9699 www.MeadowParkFoundation.Org
Before you leave, remember to. . . • On notecard, PRINT name, email, & phone number(s) • Sign up to volunteer • New volunteers must fill out district volunteer form • Sign up for Fall Conference • Leave your child a note