This document outlines the curriculum and policies for a 3rd grade class. It provides details on the math, reading, writing and science curricula which follow state standards and include various textbooks and websites. Homework, grading, behavior policies and classroom procedures are also described. The document concludes by thanking parents for attending the Curriculum Night information session.

1. 3RD GRADE
CURRICULUM NIGHT
Please take a moment to respond to your
child’s letter.
Mrs. Joanne Lo
September 3, 2014

2. THINGS TO SIGN
 Volunteer sign up sheet
 Dryden School Parent Handbook (one per child)
 Waiver of Liability (one per volunteer)

3. MESSAGE FROM THE PRINCIPAL &
PTA
 PTA Video
 Dryden Video

4. GOALS
Positive classroom community
Student growth and success
Individualized support
Feel safe and enjoy learning

5. AGENDA
 Curriculum Overview
 Policies and Procedures

6. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
 Everyday Mathematics
 Spiral: similar topics encountered at various grades,
increasing in complexity and level of mastery
 Multiplication, division, patterns, place value, fractions,
collect and analyze data, measurement, geometry, etc.
 Math facts- 90% accuracy
 Everyday math website
 Xtra Math

7. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
 Reading
 Balanced Literacy Approach
 Integrate Common Core State Standards
 Variety of authentic texts: Treasures, Novels, National
Geographic, Time for Kids, Leveled Library
 Reading log- 100 minutes per week

8. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
 Whole Group Instruction
 Provide concrete examples of how good readers use skills
and strategies to comprehend and think deeply about texts
 Shared Reading
 Small Group Guided Reading
 Direct and explicit instruction at students’ instructional level
 Flexible grouping
 Word-solving strategies, vocabulary development,
discussions, higher-order questioning, independent practice
 Literacy work stations

9. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
 Language Arts
 Writer’s Express: Personal Narratives, Response to Literature,
Short Story
 Focus, showing, strong verbs, sensory detail, dialogue, revise,
share
 Spelling
 Monthly writing words

10. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
 Social Studies
 Map Skills, Midwest, Illinois, Chicago, States and Capitals
 Science Companion
 Habitats, Light, Solar System
 Inquiry-based, hands-on approach

11. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
 Technology
 Understanding by Design (UBD), Internet research skills,
iPods and iPads
 Typing
 Grading
 Points and letter grades
 Progress reports

12. THIRD GRADE POLICIES
Homework
 Establish a routine and build good work habits
 Parent support
 Homework table
 Oops notices
Assignment Notebooks
 Check and sign daily

13. THIRD GRADE POLICIES
Character Counts
 Class rules and pillars
 Weekly reflection and goals
 3 popsicle sticks
 Class reward – 200 stars
 Think Sheet
 Teachable moment

14. THIRD GRADE POLICIES
 Specials Schedule
 Snacks
 Birthdays
 Bell Schedule
8:50 Line up
8:55 Entrance bell
9:05 Instruction begins
11:50 Lunch
12:45 Line up
12:50 Instruction begins
3:35 Dismissal bell

15. CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
Contacting Mrs. Lo or Ms. Seamann
 Email: jlo@sd25.org or mseamann@sd25.org
 Voicemail: 847-506-6999 ext. 6541
Absences and notes
 Absence report hotline: 847-506-6999 ext. 7100
 Tardy procedure- parents sign in children if tardy
 Notes for alternate transportation
 Notes for home lunch
 If taking a student out from school for an extended absence,
please discuss matter first with the principal well in advance of
the date of the absence.

16. CLASSROOM PROCEDURES
Star of the Week
 Poster, pictures, and special items
 Parent letter

17. ONLINE RESOURCES
Class website
The Splash
 Email entered during online registration
 Notify school if email has changed

18. PARENT INVOLVEMENT
 Volunteer at school or from home
 Art Appreciation
 Provide a quiet place and organized work space for your
child
 Check that homework is completed and packed
 Read together and practice math facts

19. THANK YOU FOR ATTENDING
CURRICULUM NIGHT!