Welcome to 3rd GradeOpen House

September 2, 2015

Agenda Procedures and Expectations Florida Standards Curriculum Volunteering Conferences 3rd Grade Events/Miscellaneous

Procedures and Expectations Daily Class Schedule Homework Policy Class Rules and Behavior

Expectations

Home School Connection Agenda—Parent Signatures Reading Minutes--4800 Homework reinforces skills taught in

class. Soaring with Science Sunshine Math

Florida Standards Designed to prepare students for

college and careers. Demand curriculum integration. Focus on rigor and depth. Spiraling language arts and math

standards—each year depends on mastery of the previous year’s standards.

Florida Standards Assessment

Students will be assessed this school year during April 2016 on Florida’s standards using the Florida Standards Assessment (FSA).

This assessment will focus not only on this year’s learning, but will also expect students to apply what they have previously learned.

Curriculum Reading Writing Math Science Social Studies

Reading Learner Outcomes

The student will be able to:

*read closely to determine what the text says.*make logical inferences.*cite specific text evidence to support answers or

conclusions.

Reading FocusKEY IDEAS AND DETAILS

(character analysis, problem and solution, main idea)

CRAFT AND STRUCTURE(plot development, vocabulary, cause and effect)

INTEGRATION OF KNOWLEDGE AND IDEAS(compare and contrast, text features, author’s

purpose)

Become a reading partner with your child. Create an atmosphere for reading. Read aloud to your child daily. Listen to your child read to you. Read together. Discuss the stories you read together. Recognize the value of silent reading. Be a reading model for your child. Keep reading time enjoyable and relaxed.

Writing Learner Outcomes

The student will be able to:*write on a topic with organization that includes a lead,

transitions, and an ending.*write with stamina to elaborate a piece with details,

reasons, and support.*use grade appropriate spelling and grammar.

Forms of WritingNarrative

Opinion

Informational/Research

Math Learner Outcomes

The student will be able to:*persevere when solving problems.*use models and tools appropriately.*explain their thinking (reasoning) both orally and in written form.*attend to precision.

Math FocusOperations and Algebraic Thinking

Numbers and Operations in Base 10(including multiplication and division)

Numbers and Operations—FractionsMeasurement and Data

Geometry

Science Strong focus on the scientific process. Big ideas in science are presented in the

classroom and science lab. Students conduct their own scientific

demonstrations in the spring. These skills can be practiced at home through

participation in Soaring with Science activities.

Social Studies TopicsGeography of North America

Celebrating CultureGovernment and Civics

EconomicsCharacter Education

Volunteering Country Hills loves our volunteers! There are a wide array of volunteer

opportunities. Volunteer orientation is Friday,

September 4th at 8:30 AM.

Conferences Fall and Spring Conferences to

discuss individual progress and goals.

Sign up for your Fall Conference before you leave tonight.

Report Card Grades 3rd Graders will receive letter grades for

academic subjects on their report cards each quarter.

The grading scale is as follows: 90- 100 A 89-80 B 79-70 C 69-60 D 0 - 50 F

Behavior and Social Growth will continue to be assessed with 1, 2, or 3

3rd Grade Events Class T-Shirt Field Trips-Strict due dates/OSP VIP Week Student Council

Miscellaneous Cooking and Craft Birthday Treats/Snack Time Scholastic Book Order /OSP only Lunch & Ice Cream Money Please join the PTA Headphones

I look forward to working with you and your child this year.

Thank you for coming tonight.