3 rd - 4 th Grade Meeting Ms. Knabjian, Mr. Retana, Ms. Luevano, Mr. Nunez Ms. Luevano, Mr. Nunez

Promotion Policy – How can my child pass 3 rd grade?? Attendance: Miss no more than 9 days unexcused! –Turn in excuse notes to office (within 1 week) Grades: C or better in reading and math NWEA: above the 24 th percentile IF these are not met, your child will be in summer school and may need to repeat 3 rd grade!

Which tests will the students be taking this year? NWEA –Math and Reading - Computer Based - Adaptive - Twice a year - Aligned to common core - 60 min suggested time frame PARCC –Math and Reading - Computer Based - Aligned to common core - Information will be forth coming

Is my child ready? DIBELs report –Measures FLUENCY not comprehension NWEA - growth and attainment Reading BOYMOYEOY 3 rd th Math BOYMOYEOY 3 rd th

How will we get there? Good Student Behaviors Being Prepared Effective Communication Independent Time Management Responsibility of Knowledge

Being Prepared  I bring in my homework.  I have my materials.  I keep my work space neat and organized.  I know what is expected of me in my school and classroom.  I come to school on time.  I have had a good night’s rest and am ready to think and work.

Effective Communication  I ask my teacher questions.  I ask my classmates questions.  I ask questions not only when I don’t understand, but also to encourage deeper thinking.  My questions and responses are thoughtful.  I listen to what others are saying so I can respond back.  I use polite words to offer suggestions and critiques.

Independent Time Management  I know what to do so I am NEVER wasting valuable learning time.  I know how to use an appropriate voice level for different places and activities.  I make appropriate choices for myself.  I help my classmates get back on track when they lose focus.  I am accepting of others’ help when I lose focus.

Responsibility of Knowledge  I study my notes.  I independently follow through on assignments even when I’m not being directly monitored.  I ask questions about things that I don’t understand.  I make sure I share what I know with my classmates.  I follow instructions as they are given.

HOME WORK EVERY NIGHT - READ AT HOME!!!!! –Just Right books = books on their level! - MATH FLUENCY!!!!! Standardized Testing Percentile Number of Minutes Read at home 9960 minutes 7545 minutes 6030 minutes 3015 minutes 106 minutes 50 minutes

How do students earn their grades Homework A LOT OF HELP -Family members -Teachers -peers 20% Formative Assessment SOME HELP (Question Driven) - Family Members -Teachers -Peers 30% Summative Assessment NO HELP Independent 50%

Teacher Requests Please set up appointments in advance. Please speak directly to the teacher when you have any questions and concerns. Please attend all report card pick ups and additional requested conferences in order to assure the best possible student success.

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