Welcome to magnet night Third grade team-mr. bagby, mrs. Dirks, mr. Nibert, ms. Salazar, ms. stuart

Typical flow of the day Opening Activities-20 minutes Math-60 minutes Science-45 minutes Recess-2o minutes Specials-45 minutes Lunch-50 minutes Language arts-90 minutes Enrichment-45 minutes

Curriculum Math-we use everyday math. it spirals so concepts are mastered but then they are reviewed throughout the year. It requires that students are able to explain why they came to the answer they did and uses real world math examples. We teach various methods in order for students to become more well rounded mathematicians. Science-we use the district science curriculum. Third grade studies life science, physical science and earth science. They also attend the Ridgecrest science laboratory where science concepts are solidified through hands-on learning. Projects are also included and assigned to enrich science learning. Language arts-We use a combination of novel studies, district and gifted language arts standards. We use project based learning and infuse the lessons with creativity and critical thinking. We teach the structure of language in order to empower students to become better communicators.

Enrichment Third grade will have two tracks of enrichment. Students who are interested in a deeper level of Spanish instruction should take the Spanish track where they will receive one hour of Spanish instruction daily. The Spanish track will also include projects, coding and other activities that the students in the other track will be exposed to with Spanish instruction. Students who do not want to take that track have the choice of genius hour where they will receive different enriching activities that will change each marking period. Enrichment opportunities could include stem activities, coding, and other activities to be determined by the teachers.

Spanish Spanish expectations for the grade level will be in place for the students that choose the Spanish track. Spanish progress reports will be sent home in the 2nd and 4th report cards showing what individual students have mastered. We will be using a research based curriculum to learn conversational Spanish that will include speaking, reading, writing and listening skills.

Social/emotional learning Class meetings will happen in the morning once a week or as needed. Different topics to be discussed could be perseverance, patience, empathy, etc. Growth mindset-what can I do to help myself versus I can’t do it. Perseverance-don’t give up even when it is difficult! Leadership-do what is right not what everyone else is doing. Service-what can I do to help my community? Collaboration-I will work as a team to solve problems Goal setting (self progress monitoring and individual data chats several times per year with teacher) Organizational skills

specials Physical education-three times per week for 45 minutes Art-one time per week for 45 minutes Music-one time per week for 45 minutes Recess-everyday for 20 minutes

Communication Minimum one conference per year, usually happens when we meet to update the Educational plan (EP) Student-led conference (includes mastery of florida standards and meeting the educational plan’s goals) Newsletter/moodle site/web page updated weekly Administration sends general happenings through weekly, automated phone/email Best form of communication from parent to teacher is through school email Return call/email within 48 hours At Ridgecrest, we value our partnership with parents and encourage frequent communication!

grades Parents should be checking portal frequently and discussing grades with students Breakdown of grades math-classwork/projects-40%, homework/quizzes-15%, exams-40%, st math completion-5%, science-classwork/projects-40%, homework/quizzes-15%, exams-40%, Science lab work-5% language arts-assessments-25%, classwork-35%, projects-25%, homework-15%,

Behavior expectations P-practice respect A-act responsibly W-work together S-stay safe Positive reinforcement is used in classrooms. When rules are not followed these are steps that are followed: 1-warning 2-time out 3-parent notification 4-referral to administration

Homework expectations Homework is given weekly to review and reinforce concepts learned in class. If it is lost it will not be replaced. Names must be placed on all homework. One day late will forfeit one point, two days late –two points and three days-three points. After three days late homework will not be accepted.

Summer enrichment Myon, stmath-finish any unfinished second tasks through the challenge, istation, khan academy, duolingo-for Spanish, visit the local library and continue daily reading throughout the summer Practice multiplication through 12. multiplication.com is a good resource. Enrichment packet to be provided. A special reward will be given to those that complete and return in august 2018

Parent involvement PTA SAC Panther pals Assisting with a variety of clubs Field trip chaperones I-MOMs All pro dads

Third grade clubs Splash Gymnastics Chess Mad science Girl scouts Stem Writer’s club Math club

Special projects/field trips Possible Field trips Math/science-science fair and invention convention Landforms, brochures, can a character Research projects and service learning Mahaffey theater Clearwater marine aquarium Kennedy space center Sweetwater farms Scavenger hunt at florida botanical gardens Mcgough nature park

School supply list for next year This is provided in the packet you were given and will be on the Ridgecrest website.

Thank you for coming!