1. Ms. Pedevilla’s 3 rd Grade Class Welcome Parents!

2. Welcome to 3 rd Grade!  Welcome parents to our “Back to School Night”!  This presentation will address some areas about our class.  I will answer questions at the end.

3. All About Me  My Background  I attended St. Monica Catholic School.  I graduated from Ursuline Academy & Texas Tech University.  My Experience  I am in my 23rd year of teaching school.  This is my 16 th year at St. Rita!

4. My Family  My family has lived in Dallas for over 40 years.  I’m one of 7 children; 5 girls and 2 boys.  I also have 3 nephews and 3 nieces. I’m a very proud aunt!

5. School Day Schedule  Arrival/Tardies/Dismissal  Snack/Lunch/Recess

6. Homework  Posted on Renweb each day between 3:50-4:00 pm.  Day Planner  Skill/Concept/Heading  Consequences/Homework Book/Late Work  Absent due to illness/Picking up school work/Unexcused absence

7. Discipline Procedure  3 rd and 4th Grade Discipline Measures  Rules and Consequences  Conduct Book/Behavior Cards

8. Curriculum  Math Facts  Spelling pre-tests  Reading

9. Library/Book Reports  Opening Day  Accelerated Reader  Star Reading Tests  AR goals

10. Lunch/Recess  Birthday Treats  Friday Visits  Parent Volunteers for recess

11. Report Cards/Progress Reports Having trouble getting on Renweb? Contact mmeindarus@strita.net

12. Miscellaneous  Parties/Field Trips  Funny Money  Voicemail/Parent Notes  “Take Home Papers”  Friday and Wednesday Mass  Class Seating  Troll/Scholastic Book Orders  Carpool Safety Procedures

13. Questions?

14. Let’s Have a Great Year! Thanks for coming tonight!

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