Franklin 3 rd Grade September 8, 2015

Introduction Mr. Shmasciotti 3C

Third Grade Teachers 3A – Mrs. Cubellis Tiger Talk 3B – Miss Baker Social Studies 3C – Mr. Shmasciotti Science

Monday’s Schedule 9:15-10:15 – Integrated Arts 10:20-11:20 – English/Language Arts 11:20-11:55 – Social Studies 12:00-1:00 – Lunch/Recess 1:05-2:15 – Math 2:15-2:45 – Tiger Talk 2:45-3:15 – Science 3:15-3:30 – Assignment Book Classroom Schedule

Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday 9:15-10:20 – English/Language 10:25-10:55 – Social Studies 11:00-11:45 – Special 11:45-11:00 – Assignment Book 12:00-1:00 – Lunch/Recess 1:05-2:15 – Math 2:15-2:45 – Tiger Talk 2:45-3:15 – Science 3:15-3:30 – Assignment Book

9:15-10:55 – English/Language Arts 11:00-11:45 – Special 11:45-11:55 – Assignment Book 12:00-1:00 – Lunch/Recess 1:05-2:15 – Math 2:15-2:25 – Silent Reading 2:30-3:15 – Orchestra 3:15-3:30 – Assignment Book Thursday’s Schedule Classroom Schedule

Science Scott Foresman Series Inquiry-Based Approach Unit B: Earth Science Unit C: Physical Science Unit D: Space and Technology

Social Studies Twelve Units The Social Studies curriculum focuses on 12 main units which center around communities, geography, citizenship, and government around the word. It is an in-depth curriculum that has many resources that are offered to the students.

English and Language Arts Differentiated Instruction 4x per week; 25 minutes per group; students are split into groups. Students are expected to read story each night at home. Unfortunately textbook is not online. Spelling Test – every Friday Weekly Lesson Test – Friday unless otherwise noted

English and Language Arts Narrative Opinion Informational Letter Writing Students evaluated using PSSA Rubric Students must focus on a writing prompt

Student Achievement Student Achievement is data driven and differentiated. Topics included during Student Achievement are based on grade level standards and expectations. Instruction will align with FES targeted areas of growth as well as the PA Core. ELA topics will include additional practice with core writing forms (narrative, opinion/argument, and informative/explanatory), text dependent analysis, making connections between texts, robust vocabulary, figurative language, and English applications. Math will include techniques and strategies that both support and enrich topics covered within the curriculum. No specific grade will be given in Student Achievement on the report card, but items will be graded and given to the ELA or math teacher for inclusion with report card grades.

Mathematics * Students were grouped according to District Criteria. District Criteria Achievement Scores IOWA Test End of Book Test Basic Fact Test Student Attributes 2 nd Grade

Mathematics  Harcourt Publishing  The difference between Academic I and II is the pace of the class and the depth of exploration.  All groups receive the same curriculum – same book  All groups have same goal of completion of book  75 minutes of uninterrupted time  Data driven criteria for this years placement  Goal – solid, strong math skills + positive attitude toward subject

Rocket Math  15 minutes per math period  Program is an intense instruction of math facts.  100% accuracy to move on to the next level.

Grading A – 90% % B – 80% - 89% C – 70% - 79% D – 60% -69%

Students are responsible for recording assignments and having required work in class on time. Homework will not be given on Day 1 of an illness. Please or call on Day 2 for work. Every attempt will be made to honor vacation homework requests; however, we are limited by our need to plan which does not occur until Thursday of the week before. Attendance at orchestra does not excuse a student from classwork/homework.

Homework should help children: review and practice what they’ve learned get ready for the next day’s classes learn to use resources, such as libraries, internet searches explore subjects more than time permits in the classroom develop good habits and attitudes We will assign regular math homework, as math, like bike riding, comes with concerted effort and requires ample practice to enhance the conceptual understanding.

Go over assignment board – keep it up-to-date Homework is posted on my website. All assignments will be written in assignment book. Give reminders about organization. Show consistency in checking homework. Be firm in the requirement of having materials in class Provide assistance, whenever possible, to those struggling to meet requirements. Kindness Patience Encouragement..... Consistency......!

How can you help your child? Organization: Find out how your child is doing with assignment book. Your child is responsible for writing assignments – not you! Help your child keep his/her accordion folder organized. Time Management: Track assignments on a monthly calendar at home. Work backward from the due date of larger or long term assignments or tests. Break into nightly tasks. Designate a time that works for your child/family. Prioritize: Have your child label activities and school tasks 1-3. Check-in frequently to see how the tasks are being done.

Pull-Outs 2:30 – Big Orchestra – Thursday GOAL – Tuesday – 10:20-11:00; 11:45-12:00; 2:15-3:25

Third Grade Orchestra Rehearsals Elective classes- not required Students who are not at a rehearsal will be Participating in extension/remediation activities or working on special projects who are not at a rehearsal will NOT be s scheduled for study- hall like periods Orchestra students need to bring their instrument & music every week Orchestra Rehearsals – Thursday 2:30-3:15

Orchestra Lessons Lessons were scheduled to begin on Thursday, September 4th Schedules have been distributed by Mrs. Donato. Students are to attend their lesson every week. They are to bring their instrument and music every week. May leave for their lesson five minutes before scheduled lesson begins. Orchestra students are required to make-up any work missed while attending their lesson. There will be no phone calls home for forgotten instruments.

Additional Notes Additional homework may result because of the following: Late arrival to school Orchestra lesson or ensemble Student’s personal pacing in class

Birthday Celebration Food items are not permitted in FES classrooms so please celebrate your child's birthday through the birthday book club verses classroom treat. We can still sing!

Other Items of Interest Study Island – all students have a log-in ID. PAW Paragraph Assigned Monday; due Friday Parents must sign. IOWA Test – January PSSA Test English/Language Arts Test – April Math – April 18-22

Contact Information Phone Number: (412) Mr. Shmasciotti’s Best time to contact by phone is 11:00-11:45 We will respond to within 24 hours.

Thank you for attending Curriculum Night 2015!