1. Room 20 with Ms. Hannah

2. What will be doing in here? EXPECTATIONS

3. All grades based on student proficiency with the CCSS (Common Core State Standards) as adopted by CCSD. Assessments Skill application Constructed/written responses Standard scale: A 100-90B 89-80C 79-70D69-60F 55* * In compliance with the minimum F policy, all scores below 55% will be replaced with an F and a score equivalent to 55% GRADING

4. Assessments are aligned to the CCSS and evaluate proficiency within the established skill sets derived therein. Frequently, these skills sets span multiple subjects. Consequently, a single assignment will appear in multiple subject categories on a progress report. ASSESSMENT - EXAMPLE

5. WRITING RUBRIC - EXAMPLE

6. All students will receive instruction from each of the 3 rd grade teachers. An approximate 3 week rotation 45-50 minutes a day Science, social studies, & health ROTATION

7. Each student is required earn a set number of AR points each trimester, on their independent level. Points are earned by reading books and taking the accompanying AR quiz AT SCHOOL. Books are available from the school library Books are available from the public library Book levels can also be checked at www.arbookfind.com www.arbookfind.com AR COMMITMENT

8. Spelling lists are determined by each student’s independent skill level. Students are placed in a group by skill level Identified activities must completed each week Unlimited additional practice is available Tests are taken each week on the computer UN: student idPW: coxcubs 3 www.spellingcity.com SPELLING CITY

9. Planners are filled out nightly by YOUR student Homework is written down, along with important dates Home work should last an approximate hour and consist of the following: 1.Reading/comprehension 2.Math practice 3.Spelling 4.30 minutes of on-level reading PLANNER & HOMEWORK

10. Here you will find all the necessary information affecting your child. Homework Important dates Academic resources New events WEB SITE

11. Parent Resources ACCOUNTABILITY

12. Here you will find the most current grade information. Grades are uploaded daily, often several times in one day Late work is graded when it is possible and then uploaded. Grades reflect performance based on CCSS, notes are provided as needed. PARENTLINK

13. Here, parents can find daily or weekly behavior updates. In addition, parents receive an email each Friday regarding student classroom conduct for that week. The report details day, time, and specific details (as needed) regarding behavior occurrences. CLASS DOJO

14. D. M. Cox uses the Envision Math Program. With this program, each student receives free online resources. UN: student id PW: coxcubs 3 ENVISION

15. Current AR point totals List of quizzes taken & scores UN: student id PW: coxcubs 3 AR HOME CONNECT

16. By signing up parents will receive school reminders, regarding student-specific events, directly to their phones. Take out your phone now! REMIND 101

17. You’re almost done! ADDITIONAL RESOURCES

18. This year we are asking families to purchase a class T- shirt for $6. The T-shirt will be used to identify our students during the following events: Field Trips Field Day Special grade-level activities GRADE LEVEL T-SHIRT

19. Families are asked to purchase a subscription to Scholastic Magazine for $6. This magazine is used in conjunction with CCSS to develop student non-fiction experiences, and increase individual student proficiency. Checks should be made out to David M Cox ES SCHOLASTIC MAGAZINE

20. Schools have seen an increase in food allergies and allergic reactions in the classroom. We respectfully ask that food items in the classroom be kept to a minimum. Birthday treats require prior notice to the teacher, and should be served in the lunch room or just prior to student dismissal. BIRTHDAYS, TREATS, & ALLERGIES

21. David M Cox ES operates in compliance with CCSD dress code, and it will be enforced in this classroom. No spaghetti straps Tanks should be 3” in width Shorts and skirts need to be as long as the tips of the fingers when arms are fully extended, or longer. Shoes need to have a heel strap and a solid sole. NO FLIP FLOPS Students found in violation of the stated dress code requirements will be sent to the office and parents will be contacted. DRESS CODE

22. You made it! I am TRULY excited to be your child’s teacher, and I look forward to an exciting year of achievements! DONE!