Welcome to Third Grade
Back-to-School Night
September 2, 2015
Amy Binder
Meg Russell
Kelly Caione
Jennifer Dunleavy
Sarah Huntington
Karen Lilienfeld
Meredith Mclaren
9 Year Olds in the Classroom
Able to copy from board,
such as assignments
Physical control still an issue,
can’t sit still
More fine motor control,
cursive comes more easily
Enjoys challenge, race
against themselves
“Reading to Learn”
Needs reassurance
Can work in groups, though
disputes about facts/rules
take longer to resolve
Takes pride in finished
work
Cliques may begin
Age of “lets make a deal”
Laughter is the best
medicine
Reference
Yardsticks: Children in the
Classroom Ages 4-14
A Resource for Parents and
Teachers
By Chip Wood
1997, Northeast Foundation for
Children
Language Arts Curriculum
Journeys supports the Common Core Standards by emphasizing
systematic and explicit instruction in reading, fluency, writing, speaking and
listening, and language.
A variety of paired fiction and nonfiction reading selections along
with many resources and activities allows teachers to differentiate lessons
for different types of learners.
Common Core State Standards are a set of internationally benchmarked
standards that will provide students throughout the country with the learning
experience and skills they need to be successful in higher education and
the workforce.
"Read Alouds" and independent self-selected reading continue to be an
important part of daily language arts instruction, helping children grow as
readers and develop a lifelong love of books. The children are expected to
have an on-level independent reading book at all times. We can help them
select these books from our in-class and school libraries.
Third Grade Online Resources
ThinkCentral Journeys Reading Website:
One wonderful feature about the Journey’s program is the reading
materials are available on-line. This can be helpful if your child is
absent for an extended period. However, the same materials you
have access to at home are the materials we’ll be using on a daily
basis in the classroom, so at this time, we do not anticipate frequent
on-line assignments. Instructions for using the website, including
password information is available on the 3rd grade website.
The Sol Feinstone Home Page
http://www.crsd.org/site/default.aspx?domainid=2042
Pearson Success Math Website:
Extra review, practice, and missing practice book sheets can all be
accessed on-line. Instructions for using the website, including
password information is available on the 3rd grade website.
Math is Problem Solving!
• EnVision: Scott-Foresman
Addison Wesley
• Academic Standards
EnVision is the district's math
program. It is a problem-based
interactive and visual learning
program. The curriculum
simultaneously develops
conceptual understanding,
computational fluency, and
problem-solving skills. ScottForesman Addison Wesley
continues to update this program
to maintain its alignment with the
Common Core Standards.
Includes on-line access to their
website for review and practice.
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Number and Operations
Patterns, Functions and Algebra
Geometry and Spatial Sense
Measurement
Data Analysis, Statistics and
Probability
Problem Solving
Reasoning, Proof, Connections
Communication
Trigonometry (right triangles)
Concepts of Calculus (Continue
patterns of numbers; estimate
areas and volumes)
Social Studies and Science
• Communities
• Rocks and Minerals
• Investigating geography,
• Plant Growth and
economics, government
Development
and history
• The Science of Sound
• Essential questions
• Materials
– Harcourt Brace Horizons
– Time for Kids readers
– Time for Kids magazine
• Market Day
PSSA Testing
• All third graders are tested in ELA (English Language
Arts) and mathematics.
• Grades 3 – 8 PSSA Testing Dates
• English Language Arts: April 11-15, 2016
• Mathematics: April 18-22, 2016
• Make-up: May 2-6, 2016 Important if your child was
absent during the previous dates.
• Teaching of test-taking strategies and familiarity with the
testing format.
• Everything your child has learned in school so far has
prepared him/her for State testing.
Homework
• Average nightly homework = 30 Minutes
• Parental support is important. However, your
child should be able to complete his or her
homework independently; if that is not the case,
please contact us.
• Our district policy does not permit us to send
work home BEFORE a vacation.
• Help your child develop good study habits: a
quiet place to complete homework and keep
things organized.
• Help you child become responsible and
independent; please don’t return to school to
pick-up left homework or supplies.
Important Odds n’ Ends
• Instrumental Music Lessons:
– Your child’s lesson schedule is based on a
rotation
– Your child should have a copy of his/her
schedule and should know the lesson time each
week.
– He/she will miss classroom lessons, but not the
same subject every week.
– Your child is responsible for finding out and
making up the work he/she misses during
his/her lesson.
– Often our only option is to work with children
through recess and/or send the work home to
be completed.
More Important Odds n’ Ends
• Snacks:
– Classrooms are PEANUT AND NUT FREE!
– One snack that can be eaten in approximately 5
minutes.
• Birthdays:
– Treats are shared during snack time. INCLUDE
LABEL WITH INGREDIENTS !
– Please send in individual portion treats like
cupcakes, soft pretzels, cookies , ice cream
sandwiches etc. PLEASE NO COOKIE CAKES
– Please include anything needed for sharing
(napkins, plates).
Helping YOUR Third Grader
succeed!
• Remember: We’re a team!
• Communicate any concerns with your child’s
teacher as soon as they arise
• Remind your child to check their Go-home
folder, Assignment Book and\or BEARS
binder every night!
• Promote responsibility in your third grader
• Ask your child about school.
• Provide a stable, supportive “homework
environment.”
Education takes place
in the combination of the home,
the community, the school,
and the receptive mind.
Harry Edwards
We are for creating a foundation for life-long learning that embraces curiosity and builds confidence.
We are for cultivating the potential in one another; growing readers and leaders, artists and athletes, mathematicians and musicians, scientists and
citizens, writers and thinkers.
We are for seeking connections between what we learn and how we live, acting with R.E.S.P.E.C.T., and carefully considering the world in which
we live.
We are for Success For Everyone.
We are Sol Feinstone Elementary.
Sol Feinstone Elementary champions the unique potential of each child. Through an unwavering commitment to individual and collective
success, we broaden both the mind and the character of every student. Our school promotes a respectful environment where self-esteem is
fostered through positive relationships and accountability. Students, parents, teachers, and community members are actively involved in the
learning process. Together we prepare our children to thrive in the world that awaits them.
Sol Feinstone Elementary believes…
-It is important to recognize students’ strengths, talents, interests, and ambitions by providing opportunities to explore and realize the unique potential of
each child through a variety of
extracurricular activities and clubs.
-It is important to show pride in each other and ourselves: Children’s work is proudly displayed. Our school community’s good news and accomplishments
are shared.
-It is important to embrace all available resources, including technology and innovative research-based practices to ensure all children are successful.
-It is important to realize “it takes a village” to help children attain their highest potential: high community involvement, communication, and dedication to
children.
-It is important to help children recognize they are part of a respectful, caring school family and grow to understand their place as responsible citizens of
the global community through clearly explained expectations, a positive behavior support plan, the Responsive Classroom Approach to learning, and
Restorative Practices.