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.
6. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
īĸ Everyday Mathematics
ī Spiral: similar topics encountered at various grades,
increasing in complexity and level of mastery
ī Multiplication, division, patterns, place value, fractions,
collect and analyze data, measurement, geometry, etc.
ī Math facts- 90% accuracy
īĸ Everyday math website
īĸ Xtra Math
7. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
īĸ Reading
ī Balanced Literacy Approach
ī Integrate Common Core State Standards
ī Variety of authentic texts: Treasures, Novels, National
Geographic, Time for Kids, Leveled Library
ī Reading log- 100 minutes per week
8. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
īĸ Whole Group Instruction
ī Provide concrete examples of how good readers use skills
and strategies to comprehend and think deeply about texts
ī Shared Reading
īĸ Small Group Guided Reading
ī Direct and explicit instruction at studentsâ instructional level
ī Flexible grouping
ī Word-solving strategies, vocabulary development,
discussions, higher-order questioning, independent practice
ī Literacy work stations
9. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
īĸ Language Arts
ī Writerâs Express: Personal Narratives, Response to Literature,
Short Story
ī Focus, showing, strong verbs, sensory detail, dialogue, revise,
share
ī Spelling
ī Monthly writing words
10. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
īĸ Social Studies
ī Map Skills, Midwest, Illinois, Chicago, States and Capitals
īĸ Science Companion
ī Habitats, Light, Solar System
ī Inquiry-based, hands-on approach
11. CURRICULUM OVERVIEW
īĸ Technology
ī Understanding by Design (UBD), Internet research skills,
iPods and iPads
ī Typing
īĸ Grading
ī Points and letter grades
ī Progress reports
12. THIRD GRADE POLICIES
īĸHomework
ī Establish a routine and build good work habits
ī Parent support
ī Homework table
ī Oops notices
īĸAssignment Notebooks
ī Check and sign daily
13. THIRD GRADE POLICIES
īĸCharacter Counts
ī Class rules and pillars
ī Weekly reflection and goals
ī 3 popsicle sticks
ī Class reward â 200 stars
īĸ Think Sheet
ī Teachable moment
14. THIRD GRADE POLICIES
īĸ Specials Schedule
īĸ Snacks
īĸ Birthdays
īĸ 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
īĸContacting Mrs. Lo or Ms. Seamann
ī Email: jlo@sd25.org or mseamann@sd25.org
ī Voicemail: 847-506-6999 ext. 6541
īĸAbsences and notes
ī Absence report hotline: 847-506-6999 ext. 7100
ī Tardy procedure- parents sign in children if tardy
ī Notes for alternate transportation
ī Notes for home lunch
ī 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.
17. ONLINE RESOURCES
īĸClass website
īĸThe Splash
ī Email entered during online registration
ī Notify school if email has changed
18. PARENT INVOLVEMENT
īĸ Volunteer at school or from home
īĸ Art Appreciation
īĸ Provide a quiet place and organized work space for your
child
īĸ Check that homework is completed and packed
īĸ Read together and practice math facts