Transcript Parent- Teacher Orientation 2011-2012

Third Grade Expectations at Highland Elementary School
with Mrs. Crane
Methods of communication
 Planner-nightly
 Newsletters (teacher)- every Thursday
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(P.T.O.)Signed paper’s- every Thursday
E-mail: [email protected]
Class Dojo
Notes- either in planner or sent in “Homework Folder”
Voice mail- Call school and ask for specific teacher’s
voice mail.
How to reach our websites:
 Go to the Madison County School District Website at
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www.madison-schools.com
Go to Schools (The blue hyperlink at the top.)
Click on School Web Sites
Click on Highland Elementary School
Click on teacher’s name
We will begin to post the newsletters, and
other important information on there for
you to use.
Classroom Rules:
1. Follow directions the first time they are given.
2. Keep your hands, feet, and objects to yourself.
3. Stay in your seat unless you have permission to
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do otherwise.
Stay on task at all times.
Keep up with supplies and assignments.
Raise your hand for permission to speak out
unless you have permission to do otherwise.
Keep a positive attitude.
Mrs. Crane’s Class Schedule:
ELA
7:30 – 10:40
Math / Science
10:40-2:10
Monday
P.E. 8:30-9:15
Library Flex Time 9:15-10:00
Tuesday
Rotation Schedule 8:30-9:15
Wednesday
Computer 8:30-9:15
Thursday
Library 8:30-9:15
Friday
Music 8:30-9:15
Items you should see every day!
 Planner (AP)
 Take Home Folder-green folder (Homework sheets i.e.
spelling, language, math)
 Reading book
 Vocabulary spiral
Books we will be using:
 Reading – Trophies (2), Scott Foresman (6), Castles of
Sand (1), On the Horizon (1)
 Houghton Mifflin English (1) possibly (1) workbook
 EnVision Math (1) hardback text (1) workbook
www.pearsonsuccessnet.com – Students will get
password and user identification
 Harcourt Science (1)
 Wordly Wise workbook (1) www.wordlywise3000.com
 EZ Grammar
Homework Policy:
 Written homework should never take more than thirty minutes.
I give them time to work on homework in class after they finish
their class work. We assign students homework that you can look
for on a regular basis, as well as: Projects and extra credit work.
 You are a vital part of your child’s education and we need your
help: checking over your child’s homework (accuracy and
completion), reading to and with you child, and providing a
quiet place with assistance as your child learns how to study.
WE NEED YOU TO BE OUR GREATEST
CHEERLEADERS FOR THE
CHILDREN!
Websites:
 www.mobymax.com
 www.internet4classrooms.com
 http://www.spellingcity.com/
 www.abcya.com
 http://wordwizard.scholastic.com/quizmaker/
 http://themathworksheetsite.com/
Study for reading stories in Trophies:
quia story title example: quia pepita talks twice
quiz story title
Regular Reading/Language Arts
Assignments:
 Monday- Complete definitions, read story of the week,
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math practice and study spelling words.
Tuesday- Study spelling, vocabulary words, and math
practice.
Wednesday- Usually no written assignments; read and
study for comprehension and vocabulary test.
Thursday-Study for spelling, language tests and math
practice.
Friday- None- You are more than welcome to let your
child write their definitions ahead of time, &/or study.
Vocabulary definitions Word- (pronunciation guide) part of speech,
definitions, sample sentence.
Example:
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squirmed- /skŵ̂erm/ (verb) to wriggle;
writhe; or twist. The restless girl squirmed
in her seat.
Hissed- /his/ (1,3 verb , 2 noun) 1) to make a
sound like ss, or like a drop of water on a hot
stove: Geese and snakes hiss. 2) Sound like
ss: Hisses were heard from many who disliked
what the speaker was saying. 3) to show
disapproval of by hissing: The audience
hissed the dull play.
“Signed Paper’s Folder”
 Your child’s folder will be sent home every
Thursday!!
 Your child’s graded papers will be in the folder
along with the weekly newsletter, and any
information you may need for the week.
 Please sign and return the folder with the papers
on Friday.
 These grades are typically placed on Active Parent
no later than the following Monday afternoon.
Lunch
 Please do not send any items to school that must be
heated/refrigerated.
 Students will keep up with their own lunch money.
need to be kept current. You may check your child’s
account balance & pay on-line.
 Students may purchase only one extra item per day.
The cafeteria offers chips, drinks, a slush, and even ice
cream.
 Cost- Breakfast $1.50 Lunch $2.75
Absentees & Tardies
 Any time a student is absent, they must return to
school with either a note from a doctor or a parent
concerning the child’s absence. Otherwise the
absence will not be excused.
 If your child is tardy you must bring them inside
and sign them in at the office.
Grades/Promotion
Grading Scale
 A 90-100
 B 80-89
 C 70-79
 D 65-69
 F 64-Below
Promotion Requirements
Student must make a yearly
average of 65 or higher in the
following subject areas:
Reading
Language Arts
Math
Reading on DRA 38 or higher
Must pass an end of the
year reading test
for promotion
(Senate Bill
2347).
Items to place on your calendars:
August 28th Boy Scouts meeting(Evening) Look for information …
August 29th Spirit Cart
September 1st Labor Day- No School
September 26th Spirit Cart
Week of September 29th Spirit Week –
Look for information…
Arrival & Dismissals
 Students may beginning arriving at school at 7:00 a.m.
 Students will be counted tardy after 7:30 a.m.
 Please make sure your child knows how they will be
getting home each day.
 Any changes in transportation must be written by a
parent and signed by the principal.
Accelerated Reading
 Your child will be expected to earn 3o
points each term.
 They must make an 80% accuracy for
the points to count.
 This will be used as a test grade.
Scholastic Books
Your child will be given the opportunity to order from
Scholastic Book Clubs. We hope that you will please
order books for your child. As you know reading is then
great way to ensure you child’s success in school!
Every time you order and you order online, our class will
receive a free book! I will send home soon!
www.scholasticbookclubs.com
Class access code:
GYRB4