1. The third grade teachers at Timbers are so looking forward to a fantastic third grade year! Welcome to Third Grade! Kristi Campbell Kim Fink Grace Leeds Mona Malinowski Amy Rynearson Susan Vento

2. All About Arrival

3. Important school procedures and helpful parent information are detailed in the E-Howl newsletter. Check Timbers website for details or sign up tonight in the cafeteria. It is best to keep informed! Hooray for the Howl!

4. Homework is assigned Monday - Thursday. This typically includes: -Reading for 15 minutes (record on reading log) -Math -Spelling Hit a Home Run with Homework!

5. Don’t Strike Out Missing homework results in missing recess. Any remaining incomplete homework will be added to the next night’s homework.

6. Please specify how your child goes home before you leave! A parent note is required if your child will be going home a different way than what is listed on the dismissal form. If an emergency arises, you must call the office before 2:45. No changes may be made after that time. Dismissal

7. Wonderful Words Their Way Students will be placed in leveled groups. Each group will have their own set of words for the week. The weekly spelling homework format will be posted in their spelling notebook.

8. Math as Easy as 1, 2, 3 Humble ISD supports Math Investigations. The third grade team will host a parent session this September to share our experiences and insight.

9. Tuesday folders go home each week, containing a conduct sheet, graded assignments and important school info. Please review, sign, and return on Wednesday. Tuesday Folders

10. Snack Attack Examples of some healthy snacks include but are not limited to: -goldfish, pretzels, dry cereal, cut up fruit/ vegetables, granola bars, crackers, etc. -A water bottle is fine; no other beverages.

11. Timbers Wolf Pact We will be respectful. We will be responsible. We will be safe.

12. Our school and the third grade team has developed a system of rewards to encourage positive behaviors: Classroom Rewards Hallway tickets that reinforce school expectations Individual student rewards through signature cards ~Students can shop at the signature store!~ No Tardy Parties Cafeteria Rewards for “Staying on Green”! Positive Behavior

13. Conduct Warning Conduct Mark 2 marks/day = miss part of recess 3 marks/day = Detention 6 marks/week = Detention Conduct Warning Conduct Mark 2 marks/day = miss part of recess 3 marks/day = Detention 6 marks/week = Detention Conduct Cards Parents will have this feedback weekly in the Tuesday folder. Work Habits Warning Work Habit Mark Work Habits Warning Work Habit Mark

14. Tuesdays 3:30-4:30 You will be notified prior to the date Parents are responsible for transportation Detention Details

15. Your Support Is Essential Your involvement in your child’s learning experience at Timbers is a meaningful component of their success. Take time to join our PTO! Feel free to call, email, or schedule a conference if you have any questions.

16. Grant a Wish Make wishes come true for your child’s classroom! 1. Go to humbleisdfoundation.org to see your teacher’s wish list. 1. Select the items you want to purchase with your donation. Thank you for your support!

17. Important Dates Sept. 7 – Grandparent Luncheon Sept. 8 - Fall School Picture Day Sept. 13 – TE School Spirit Night at Spring Creek Barbecue (5:00 – 9:00 pm) Sept 16 – Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Day at Timbers Sept. 20 - PTO Ice Cream Social General Meeting (6:30 – 7:30 pm)

18. STAAR – 3 rd Grade Subjects Assessed: Reading and Math 4 hour time limit STAAR Math – April 24 STAAR Reading – April 25 Results will be reported in the Fall of 2012

19. Don’t Forget Stop by the C1 computer lab and sign up for The Howl on-line newsletter.