Ms. Elliott 3 rd Grade

Welcome to Third Grade! Tonight’s parent information will include: Parent Pamphlet  Introduction and Goals  Classroom Rules  Conduct/Consequences  Grades  Progress Reports  Homework  Communication  Daily Work  Supplies  Daily Schedule  Parent Expectations Other  Basic Math Facts  Conferences  Attendance  Bathroom Policy  Birthdays  Star Student of the Week  Class Website  Information & Question cards  Supply List Support

All About Ms. Elliott  My background  I grew up in Bakersfield, California.  I attended college at CSUB.  My experience  I’ve taught 1 st grade, Title 1, 2 nd grade, 3 rd grade, and have helped in Kindergarten and 5 th grade.  I taught 3 rd grade for the past 3 years at Castle.

My Goals  To give students the academic and social skills needed to progress to fourth grade.  To create a healthy learning environment, which promotes academic advancement.  To develop independence, responsibility, and good study/work skills.  To help students make new friends and discover new interests.

Classroom Rules  Our classroom is a community. In our community, we have rules to help us get along with each other.  Our class rules are: Listen to and follow instructions Enter and exit prepared Always try your best Respect yourself and others No excuses!

Conduct Marks = exceptional positive behavior choices = unwarranted behavior choice and code = student had a good day *Student responsibly logs their behavior on their Weekly Progress Report in their Home and School Connection folder.

Conduct Code Needs Improvement 1. Talking out of turn 2. Unprepared 3. Off task Making Smart Choices 4. Participating 5. Working hard 6. On task

 A – 0 Check Marks (making smart choices)  B –1 Check Mark (warning)  C – 2 Check Marks (miss 1 recess)  D – 3 Check Marks (miss 2 recesses)  F – 4 Check Marks (call/note home or office referral)   *Please remember that some behaviors may result in an immediate referral/detention /visit to the office*

Classroom Rewards  Rewards for Good Choices -Students add stars for making smart choices. Students will use stars to purchase items at my monthly student store. Each Star = $1.00 -Tickets and Chance drawings -Free Homework, bathroom, or water pass -Prize box -Class Celebration -Positive reinforcement

Honor Hour Guidelines  Honor Hour is the last Friday of every month.  Fun filled outdoor activities and snacks  Incentive for students who are responsible with their school work and have good behavior.  No Honor Hour-  10 unfinished homework or classwork assignments  10 Conduct Marks (including bathroom use)  Suspension

Grading Scale 100%-90% = A Excellent 89%-80% = B Very Good 79%- 70% = C Satisfactory 69%- 60% = D Barely Passing 59%- below = F Failing  Graded papers will be sent home one week after they are given.  Check grades through ParentVue or StudentVue on the PBVUSD website.  Each student will have the opportunity to improve failing assessment scores (69% or lower) if he/she chooses to correct all incorrect problems during their recess time.

Progress Reports The goal of the progress report is to give the parents and students an idea of current grades and provides a chance to focus attention on any needed areas before report cards are sent home at the end of each quarter. The progress report will reflect the student’s progress and growth throughout the quarter. This report must also be signed by a parent and returned promptly.

Homework Homework will be assigned on a daily basis and will be collected and graded the following day it is assigned. Students will be responsible for daily reading, a Reading Log, Math homework, and other work that is not completed in class. Homework will go home in the Home & School Connection folder. The folder needs to come back to school everyday for other assignments/flyers that may be handed out during the day/week. Homework will be checked for completeness, general accuracy, effort, and neatness. Homework will be factored into the student’s quarterly Work Habits grade on their report card. 1. Language assignment (spelling, vocabulary, grammar) 2. Math assignment (math facts or practice book page) 3. Reading Log- (Read minutes)

Key Communication  Check Backpacks Daily - Check HW log is filled out and all HW is brought home. - Check that HW is completed and returned to school the next day  Provide Supplies and a quiet place for HW  Make sure your student is in school for the entire day.  Communicate if you have any questions, comments, or concerns.

Schedule 8:20-8:45 Morning Work 8:45-10:25 Math 10:00- 10:20 Recess 10:50- 12:30 Reading-Literature and Informational 11:55-12:49 Lunch 12:49-1:30 Language- spelling, grammar, vocabulary 1:30-2:15- Written Expression 2:15-2:35 Go over homework and pack up 2:35 Dismissal * Every Wednesday is a 1-hour Early Dismissal

Music - Wednesday Library – Thursday Every week- 2 AR book checkout PE- Fridays-make sure students are wearing appropriate clothing. (Tennis shoes, shorts, etc.) Weekly Events

Basic Math Facts  It is very important that all students master the addition and subtraction facts through 18.  I strongly urge students to practice basic math facts by using flashcards on a daily basis.  Facts can be practiced during meals, in the car, before bed, during commercial breaks, walking to school, in the bath, etc.  We will also be working on multiplication this year. Students will need to memorize their multiplication facts through 12 at home as well.  Daily practice with basic facts will significantly help your student. Math Facts Scoring Guide %A (Mastery) 80-89%B (Approaching Mastery) 70-79%C (Satisfactory) 60-69%D (Unsatisfactory) 59% and belowF (Failing) 1 st Quarter 100 Addition and Subtraction Facts in 5 mins. 2 nd and 3 rd Quarter- 100 Multiplication Facts in 5 mins. 4th Quarter- 100 Division Facts in 5 mins.

Attendance  It is very important that your student comes to school on time every day.  If you know that your student is going to miss school, please make sure you notify me so that I can give him/her the assignments that will be missed.  It is your student’s responsibility to make up any assignments missed.  Any assignment not completed will result in a lowered grade.

Bathroom Policy  Five “911” passes are given each quarter  After students use all their passes, they will earn a conduct mark; resulting in a lowered grade.  Please remind students that they have 3 opportunities throughout the school day to use the restroom.  Class time- students miss class time when they leave to use the restroom. Some taking 5-10 minutes to return to class. Therefore falling behind in their class work.

Birthdays If you would like to bring an individually wrapped treat for your child’s birthday, please contact me or send a note with your child the day before. Ex: fruit snacks, granola bars, snack packs… Please no cupcakes or cookies. If your child has a food allergy, please send a box of approved treats with your student to school. *Last 10 minutes of the day

Star Student of the Week  Each student will have the opportunity to be a Star Student of the week.  Student will be given a poster on Friday and will need to complete to share the following week.  Students are given special privileges that week. (Class read aloud, line leader, etc.)

Class Website  Go onto the PBVUSD website  Select Castle Elementary School  Select Teachers  Click on Teacher’s name  Website will include Calendar Events, Great Links, Book Report Information, Back-to-School information, and much more!

Index Card 1.Student Name_____________________ 2.Parent Name______________________ 3. ____________________________ 4.Phone #__________________________ 5.Interesting fact about your child:_______ _________________________________ 6.Please describe one specific area you would like to see your child improve in this year.

Quick Reminders  Class Support Supply List Slips- if you are able to and want to donate, please take a supply slip of your choice.  Vote  Questions for Ms. Elliott- fill out card

 Thank you very much for coming to Back to School Night. I am happy to be working with your child this year and want to thank you for entrusting me with them. I know that with your support, we are going to have a fantastic year. If you would like to speak to me regarding your child’s specific needs, please sign up for a conference or send me an .  I look forward to a great school year!