1. Welcome to Third Grade Open House Mrs. Ball

2. Meet Mrs. Ball Graduated with honors from Indiana University of Pennsylvania in 2006 Bachelor’s Degree in Elementary Education, Certified to teach K-6 Currently studying English Language Learners at Walden University and has completed graduate studies in gifted education and reading education

3. Meet Mrs. Ball This is my eleventh year teaching I have taught students in grades 1-7 in classroom, enrichment, and outdoor education settings Attended L.E.S. as a student Please see my website for additional information – www.glsd.us LES teacherswww.glsd.us Email – heather.ball@glsd.us Phone – 724-539-9779 ext. 1375

4. Classroom Procedures and Expectations Classroom behavior chart and classroom economy reward system Cat’s Cash Red Tuesday Folder – Please initial each week (comment if needed) – First document: student handbookstudent handbook – Due back by Thursday each week Blue Take Home Folder – Please check daily! – Homework and daily papers from class/office

5. 3 B Classroom Schedule Math 9:25-10:45 Social Studies 10:45-11:25 Encore 11:25-12:05 Lunch 12:05-12:35 Recess 12:35-1:05 Language Arts 1:05-3:05 (Mrs. Pinto) Science 3:05 -3:45 (Mrs. Guidi)

6. Math/Social Studies Schedule Math 9:25-10:45 (Mrs. Ball) Social Studies 10:45-11:25 (Mrs. Ball) Encore 11:25-12:05 Lunch 12:05-12:35 Recess 12:35-1:05 Math 1:05-2:25 (Mrs. Pinto) Math 2:25 -3:45 (Ms. Oshnock)

7. All About Math! Go Math resources available at my.glsd.us by logging into your student’s Think Central accountmy.glsd.us – Username: 26first four letter of last and first names – Password: gLlunchnumber (must be lower case g and capital L) – Resources include copies of student textbook and practice book (homework can be printed) and lesson models for students to complete if they need extra support for lessons complete in class

8. All About Math! Math tests – Typically tests will be given on Tuesdays and Wednesdays but I may also start tests on Mondays in the beginning of the year as I will spread testing out over 2 days. Math homework – I will try only assign practice book pages on Tuesday and Thursday evenings. – Students will be expected to practice basic facts for at least 15 MINUTES each even to allow them to fully understand more complex concepts taught in classes. Resources include flash cards sent home as well as xtramath.org, lets build our math stamina!xtramath.org

9. Encore Schedule Day 1 and 4 Music Days 2 Art Days 3 and 6 Gym Day 5 Library

10. GLSD Website www.glsd.us LES main page-top left dropdown menu Mrs. Ball’s page- this is under teachers and lists useful websites for students! Think Central Link-Log-in information should be kept in Take-Home folders

11. Home-School Connection Volunteer opportunities: o School events o Field trips** o Classroom assistance PTO Volunteer Clearances-see office o **You must have child abuse, FBI background, and state background checks on file in the office to volunteer. See the office for additional requirements.

12. Home-School Connection Homework Tips: o Quiet space o Math Facts Practice-15 minutes every night o Use examples on math practice book pages to help with proper practice Extra Resources: o http://www.mathfactspro.com/#/home http://www.mathfactspro.com/#/home o http://www.abcya.com/ http://www.abcya.com/ o http://www.funbrain.com/ http://www.funbrain.com/ o https://xtramath.org/#/home/index https://xtramath.org/#/home/index

13. Technology Updates Back to School Forms ○SchoolMint - Parents/Guardians will be receiving information and instructions on the first day of school along with an access code. (paper form) ■Email registered with GLSD, parent will receive this information through an email. ■If a parent does not wish to complete the information online, we will provide them the opportunity to request printed forms. ●District Mobile App / District Website ○Makeover (appearance and function) ○FCC Ruling - will not longer permitted to send broadcast e-Alerts ○Anticipated within the next month

14. Take a Look Around Classroom library-I love to read! Calendar Math Student behavior chart and incentives Assignment board Student desks

15. Thank you for taking the time to come in tonight!