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Welcome to
Third Grade
Grade 3 Team
Mrs. Becker
Mrs. Hartner
Ms. Yun
Mrs. Crivelli

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HCPSS Vision & Mission
Vision
Every student is inspired to learn
and empowered to excel.
Mission
We cultivate a vibrant learning
community that prepares students to
thrive in a dynamic world.

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Mission Statement
 To promote a positive self image in each student.
 To foster a learning environment which focuses
on cooperation and respect for others.
 To differentiate within instruction in order to
meet each child’s needs.

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Expectations Have Changed
We will work on fostering greater
independence.
There will be a greater focus on writing.

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English Language Arts
bit.ly/17aXM6J

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HCPSS Writing Matrix for Grade 3

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Purposes for Writing
Write opinion pieces on topics or texts,
supporting a point of view with reasons.
Write informative/explanatory texts
to examine a topic and convey ideas and
information clearly
Write narratives to develop real or
imagined experiences or events using
effective technique, descriptive details,
and clear event sequences.

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Components of the Writing
Program
Explanatory/Informative, Opinion, and
Narrative Writing Activities.
Use of the “Writing Process”
Use of strategies such as “6+1 Traits of
Writing”
Applied Language Mechanics
Grammar activities

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The Writing Process
Prewrite
Write
Revise
Edit
Publish

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Mechanics
Grammar
Usage
Capitalization
Punctuation
Spelling

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Components of the Reading
Program
Read Aloud
Shared Reading
Guided Reading
Independent Reading

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WTW Typical Week
 Monday:Teacher demonstrates sort, students cut/sort, write words
in journals and reflects on how the words are alike.
 Homework: Sort words into the categories learned in class. Give
reasons for your sort.
 Tuesday: Independent Sort/Speed Sort & Blind Sort with a partner
 Homework: Do a “Buddy Sort” with a parent or sibling.
 Wednesday:With a buddy, search in books for new words that fit
your sort and write them in your journal (Word Hunt)
 Homework: Hunt for 2-3 new words for each word category and
copy them into your journal.
 Thursday:With a buddy, find synonyms/antonyms for the word sort
words.
 Homework: Study for the word sort quiz.
 Friday: Word Sort Quiz

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Handwriting
Manuscript
Cursive Instruction

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Math

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Mathematical Content
The students will maintain a balance of
concepts, skills and, application.

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Standards for Mathematical
Practices

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Grade 3 Common Core
 Number and Operations (Base Ten)
 Quarter 1,2
 Operations and Algebraic Thinking
(Multiplication/Division)
 Quarter 1,2,3,4
 Measurement and Data (Time, Area,Volume)
 Quarter 1,2,3,4
 Number and Operations (Fractions)
 Quarter 2,3
 Geometry
 Quarter 4

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Grade 4 Common Core
 Number and Operations (Base Ten)
 Quarter 1
 Operations and Algebraic Thinking
(Multiplication/Division)
 Quarter 1,2,3,4
 Measurement and Data (Time, Area,Volume, Angles)
 Quarter 1,2,3,4
 Number and Operations in Fractions
 Quarter 1,2,3,4
 Geometry
 Quarter 3,4

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SMART Pages and SAW Program
Student Mathematics Activity Resource
Tools
https://smart.wikispaces.hcpss.org/
Strategies At Work (A Basic Math Facts
Program)

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Social Studies
Our Community and Beyond
Communities Near and Far
The Community Count$
The Citizen and the Community

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Science
Unit 1 – Earth Science/Weather
Unit 2 – Physical Science/
Experimentation
Unit 3 – Physical Science/ Light, Heat &
Sound
Unit 4 – Life Science/Plants & Trees

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Health
Social and Emotional Health
Tobacco, Alcohol, and Other Drugs
Safety and Injury Prevention
Disease Prevention and Control
Family Life

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Report Cards
Instructional Codes
A - Above Grade Level
O - On Grade Level
B - Below Grade Level

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Report Cards
Subject Areas – A, B, C, D, E
Effort Codes/Behavior Outcomes – 1, 2, 3
Grades determined by: class work,
homework, participation, tests,
observations, anecdotal notes, rubrics,
and checklists
HCPSS Web Page – www.hcpss.org

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Our Schedule
 9:25-9:30 Opening, Morning Journal
 9:30-10:45 Math
 10:45-11:30 English Language Arts
 11:30-12:00 Recess
 12:00-12:30 Lunch
 12:30-12:45 DEAR
 12:45- 1:45 Related Arts
 1:45-2:45 English Language Arts
 2:45-3:45 Content
 3:45-3:50 Dismissal

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Homework Schedule
Students will have spelling activities and
math homework Monday through
Thursday.
Reading will be assigned on Monday
and due on Friday.
Please make sure to check for accuracy.
Please initial agenda book and
homework sheets daily.

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Clarksville Cougars
ROAR with an Awesome Attitude
 Respectful
 On Task
 Always Safe
 Responsible
Communication form will be sent home
if a student receives yellow or red.

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Volunteers
Classroom teachers will contact parents
about classroom needs and when to
begin. A letter will be coming home with
more information.
Field Trips are being discussed by the
team and planned.

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Other Items of Interest
Quarterly Book Reports
Reading Calendar

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Birthdays/ Celebrations
Due to health issues, HCPSS is not
allowing Birthday treats in school.
School Celebrations
We have children with allergies.
Specific guidelines will be sent
beforehand.

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Lunch Prices
$2.75
Breakfast
Offered everyday
$2.00
Cereal, bagel, sandwich, etc.

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Dress Code Policy
appropriate attire
no Flip-Flops
no spaghetti straps

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School Communication
Clarksville ES Web Address
ces.hcpss.org
School News Letter Web Address
www.hcpssnews.com

41. Coming together is a beginning;
Keeping together is progress;
Working together is success.
Henry Ford

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