Transcript Ms. Dawson’s 3rd Grade Class

Mrs. Nabozny’s
Grade Class
rd
3
Welcome Parents!
Welcome to
rd
3
• Thank you for being here!
• This year is an important
transition year for students. It
will help them prepare for the
move to Holland Brook School
next year
• If you have any questions
during my presentation, please
feel free to raise your hand, and
I’ll be happy to address any
comments or concerns you may
have.
Grade!
All About Me
 My Background
 I grew up in Readington and attended
Three Bridges School.
 I have a bachelor’s degree from
Rowan University in Sociology with a
concentration in Human Services.
 I obtained a graduate level teaching
certification from Rider University to
teach elementary education.
 8th year in 3rd grade. Here in 1st before that
SMILE!!!
Miss Thorp
 We are lucky to
have Miss Thorp,
 Please direct any
our student
questions to me.
teacher, joining us
through December.
 If you prefer our
conversations to
be private, please
let me know as
well
Goals
 To give students the academic tools
they need to progress to 4th grade.
 To provide a supportive learning
environment.
 To have fun while we learn.
 To make new friends and discover new
interests.
Class Content
 We will cover all the subjects
and topics that our state
believes are important for
students to learn during 3rd
grade. Common Core standards
 We will work independently, with
partners, and in small groups.
 We will work with other 3rd grade
classes.
Writing
 Writer’s Workshop and 6+1 traits
 Different modes of writing: letters, paragraphs,
personal narratives, stories, persuasive pieces,
expository pieces, descriptive pieces, compare and
contrast essays, and research reports
 Most writing will be done in class. Therefore, you
may not see many writing products coming home.
 Students encouraged to take compositional risks.
 Students will be assessed on their writing throughout
the year. They will be graded at all levels, not merely
on finished, “polished” products.
 Build stamina for writing
 Encourage writing at home: grocery lists, stories,
letters to family members, Kids Pages
Spelling
 New spelling program this year
 Spending the first few weeks assessing
and practicing routines in class
 Homework will most likely start in
October sometime.
 Differentiated lists (no master spelling
lists)
 Responsibility
Reading
 Reader’s Workshop (word work, independent reading,
practice of skills)
 Accountability for reading habits
 Students will read a variety of pieces from different
genres in our anthology. Novels will be read as well.
 Students will meet in groups to read and take part in
anchor activities.
 Students will practice strategies good readers use in and
out of the classroom.
 Students expected to read at home…read at own pace;
bookmark (no reading log) . By mid year, reading
response notebook
 Promote use of sticky notes and read to self at home.
 Students should build stamina and stick with a book
Reading continued…
 Unannounced comprehension checks
(fill in the bubble) usually every other
week to monitor comprehension
(stories from old anthology
curriculum/ grade level)
 Raz Kids
 Book projects and written projects
(not typical book reports)
Math
 Students will continue to use the Math
Expressions program. Supplemental
activities and forms are also used.
 This year, students will be provided Math
Journaling time to practice responding to
open ended questions. This will help them
learn how to decipher word problems.
 Various levels of assessment, not just tests
 In class, we will play math games, use
whiteboards, and have math centers
throughout the year.
 Multiplication and division, as well as
fractions are a big focus
Social Studies
 Students will have a social studies
textbook we will use to study our world.
They will be taught how to navigate
through the book as well as how to develop
good study habits. Reading for meaning is
strongly emphasized.
 Units of study include: communities,
regions (over view), geography, land forms,
cultural, historical people
Science
 Students will have the chance to learn
about many scientific areas by conducting
hands-on experiments. They will be
working in teams to find key ideas.
 Topics include: earth materials, sun,
moon , and stars, and structures of life
(crayfish!).
 Careful attention to detail and following
directions is a MUST in order for students
to get the most out of the units.
 Use of science notebooks
 Emphasis on vocabulary and big ideas
NJ ASK:
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TESTING
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State mandated test
Given in the Spring (May)
Sections: Language arts (reading and writing tasks) and math
(open ended multiple choice items)
Designed to identify strengths and weaknesses.
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Detailed information will be provided prior to testing.
NWEA (MAP):
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Given three times a year
Students take on the computer…work at own pace
Teachers use as a guide to support students’ academic needs.
Parents will be provided (explained) feedback.
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Other Things We’ll Do
Cursive: Students will use a handwriting book to learn how to write in cursive.
 We will have many special classroom activities such as:
 Star of the Week: We will have “Star of the Week.” I will send a packet
of information home with your child on Friday as he/she is picked. The
packet should be completed at home and returned to school on Monday.
Each student will have the opportunity to participate.
 Birthdays: Birthdays will be celebrated in class. Students who have
birthdays in the summer or over a holiday will also be acknowledged in
class. If you wish to send in a treat, please let me know in advance.
Please be mindful of the snack policy as well. If you do not celebrate
birthdays, please let me know. More details about birthdays are outlined
in the back to school packet provided.
 Holidays: Most holidays will be celebrated with a small party and/or craft.
Parents will be asked to sign up to send in snacks and supplies. If certain
holidays are not acknowledged by your child, please let me know.
 Parent experts: throughout the year I will ask parents if they would like to
come in and share/teach the class something they are “experts” in.
Please contact me to have a discussion about this.
Class Rules
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The first, and most important, rule in my classroom is to….
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In and out of our classroom it is important to:
 Respect yourself and others
 Use kind words (say something nice to someone everyday)
 Think “happy thoughts”
 Follow directions
 Have good manners
 Monitor your behavior
 Feel comfortable and be responsible
 Act like professionals
 Ask, don’t tell
 Be aware of our list of rules we create together
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HAVE FUN!
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Classroom Management
If students choose to break one of our classroom rules they will
be subjected to the following consequences:
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1. Warning
2. Meet with teacher. Five minutes off recess.
3. Ten minutes off recess and phone call home.
4. Severe: intervention from school guidance
counselor and/or principal.
 5. Students who are repeat offenders may be placed on
a behavior contract. Parents will be notified in such a
case.
Rewards:
Students will be offered verbal praise, small treat , trip
to prize box for tickets stickers, and class rewards.
Going above and beyond…
Homework
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Given Monday through Thursday
Due the next day unless otherwise noted
Done in pencil…neatly
Occasional homework on Fridays for special projects or unfinished class
work
Provided homework folder and agenda book. Student responsibility
Parents encouraged to check, but not correct homework
Have students make sure they have their homework materials in their
backpack each night
Set up homework plan
Missing assignments made up in school or at home as additional
homework.
Assignments that are obviously rushed will need to be redone.
Homework should take no more than 30 minutes.
HOMEWORK IS A REINFORCEMENT OF WHAT WE DO IN SCHOOL AND
A VALUABLE TOOL TO HELP STUDENTS BECOME INDEPENDENT
THINKERS!
If your child is struggling with homework, please let me know ASAP!
Homework should not be a stressful situation at home.
Assessment
 Students aware of grading system.
 Fractions used on tests/quizzes
 Report cards 4 times a year. Grade given according to
performance on tests, class work (graded and
ungraded), participation, and effort. Varies each
marking period depending on skills.
 What’s graded?
 Spelling weekly (starting in October); comprehension tests
(usually biweekly)
 Tests for math, science, and social studies will be announced.
Study guides for tests will be provided with at least 2 days
notice.
 Unannounced graded class work (usually for math, language
arts, and vocabulary) will be used as an assessment tool to
promote independent practice.
Routines
 Specials: Computers, Spanish, Art, Gym, Music, and Library
 Snack: We will have a short snack in the morning. Please provide a small,
healthy snack and appropriate utensils (if needed). Drinks such as small juice
boxes and/or water bottles are welcome. Please no soda or glass bottles.
Please visit the school website to view “healthy” snack choices. NO NUTS
 Lunch:
We are scheduled to eat lunch at 11:20. Children may bring lunch or
buy. If a child does not have a lunch ticket or money, he or she will be issued a
bagel bag. Children choose their lunch in the morning, so please discuss the
menu options with your child before school.
 Directed play:
We will go out for recess directly after lunch. Please make
sure your child is dressed appropriately and aware of playground rules.
 Restroom:
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Restroom breaks are taken as a class in the morning, during
lunch/recess, and in the afternoon. There is also a sign out system for
EMERGENCIES. If there are special situations, please notify both the school
nurse and myself.
Nurse visits: Band-aids are kept in the classroom. Nurse visits on a needed
basis.
Field Trips
• Not finalized
• Possible trips: Sterling
Mines, Trenton State
House, Planetarium,
Readington Municipal
Building.
• 3rd grade picnic and 4th
grade trip to HBS.
Adjusting to Third Grade
 Each school year involves adjustment. The students will be growing
physically, emotionally, and academically. They will be provided with
the tools to help them become successful learners.
 I firmly believe parent-teacher collaboration is a must and encourage
you to contact me at any time regarding your child’s third grade
experience. As we move forward in providing the children a quality
education, please keep in mind the following goals:
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Students should be responsible for books and materials.
Students should complete and hand in assignments on time.
Students should study to prepare for tests.
Students should participate and listen during instruction.
Students should always try their best.
Website Reminder
Check out homework assignments,
weekly spelling lists, class
announcements, and more on our class
web page!
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Visit www.readington.k12.nj.us.
Click on “Three Bridges School.”
Click on “Classrooms.”
Click on “Third Grade.”
Click on “Mrs. Nabozny.”
http://www.readington.k12.nj.us/Page/3119
Contact Information
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Mrs. Jill Nabozny
Room number: 203
[email protected]
(908) 782-2141 ext. 5203
A note from the office..
 Unless your child is sick, please make
sure they are coming to school on time,
well-rested each day.
 If your child is going to be absent OR
has a change in his/her regular
dismissal, please notify the office (not
the teacher) via phone or email (in the
event the teacher is out, this could be
problematic otherwise)
Homeroom Parents
Mrs. Heather Schultz
Mrs. Elizabeth Loew
 Please check out the volunteer sign up sheets
on the table. Your assistance and participation
is appreciated!
Let’s Have a Great
Year!
for attending!