Mrs Hearne Mrs Efstratiou Mrs Efstratiou Math and

Mrs. Hearne Mrs. Efstratiou

Mrs. Efstratiou Math and Science

Mrs. Hearne Language Arts/Reading & Social Studies

Curriculum Highlights Math: n Number Sense n Operations +, -, x, ’/, n Measurement n Fractions n Data and Statistics n Geometry n Algebra Science: n Safety n Measurement n Experimental Design n Matter n Force and Motion n Natural Resources n Constructive/Destructive Forces n Solar System n Life Cycles n Food Chains/Webs n Inherited Traits n Adaptations and Habitats

Reading/Language Arts: n Expository Text Features and Structures n Realistic Fiction n Memoirs n Folktales and Legends n Media Literacy n Fantasy n Poetry n Mystery n Multicultural Text n Drama Social Studies: n Learning about Citizenship n Geography Basics n Being a Historian n Community Characteristics n Factors that Affect Settlement n Types of Communities n History in a Community n Government in a Community n Economy in a Community n Celebrations in a Community n Communities Here and Around the World

Your child’s day: Begins in Homeroom n Classes switch at 10: 30 a. m. n Daily Routine n Core Enrichment n Supplies n

Supplies n Students are responsible for bringing books and supplies to and from classes each day! n Students have been assigned lockers to keep all belongings. (Locks are not permitted) n In Third Grade we have community desks which students are expected to keep neat, organized, and free from clutter. Desks are expected to be shared responsibly with their desk mate. (books may remain in desk at students discretion)

Communication n n n Homeroom Teacher Agenda Books Weekly Communication Folders Weekly Progress Reports Websites Conferences E-mail: n Mrs. Hearne: bhearne@houstonisd. org n Mrs. Efstratiou: cefstrat@houstonisd. org

Homework n n n Provides practice Enriches concepts Communicates what we are learning Encourages parental involvement Develops responsibility n n n Monday-Thursday 30 -45 minutes a day on average 30 minutes of reading daily Independent Research Projects as assigned

Projects n Subject Based Projects (assigned throughout the year).

Grading Policy Grades will be an average of all grades received. Defining progress as movement toward mastery of the TEKS as required by the laws of Texas. The following scale applies: A 100 - 90 Excellent Progress B 89 - 80 Good Progress C 79 - 75 Meets Expectations D 74 – 70 Needs Improvement F 69 - 0 Unsatisfactory The following weights will be used by T. H. Rogers in grading of Core Academics: Classwork 40% Tests 40% Homework 10% Quizzes 10% The following applies for Handwriting, Fine Arts, PE, Conduct and Computer: E Excellent S Satisfactory N Needs Improvement U Unsatisfactory

Student Centered Technology Istation n Web Research n GO Math! n Science Fusion n National Geographic Science n Study Island n Moby Max n

Classroom Rules Be respectful! n Be Safe! n Exhibit Scholarly Behavior! (see n scholarly behavior chart).

Scholarly Behavior All Scholars. . . n n n Thirst for Knowledge. Consider themselves "half-full. " Are curious. Ask good questions. Come prepared to learn; they bring their tools. Set goals - long and short term. Exercise their intellect by trying challenging tasks. Look at multiple resources which includes primary and secondary sources. View ideas and problems from multiple perspectives. Save ideas and unfinished work; they save using diskettes, journal, binders, etc. Spend time pondering ideas and elaborate on connections of the facts with big ideas.

Rewards and Consequences Rewards: n Verbal Praise n Desired Jobs/Responsibilities n Extra Time (i. e. IPad, computer, reading, games) n Additional Recess n Stickers n School Items n Positive phone call/note to parent n Money from Mrs. E n Treasure Box n Scholarly Applause from Mrs. Hearne Consequences: n Behavior Chart/Color Change n Verbal Redirection n Quiet Time n Removal From Activity n Loss of Recess n Lunch Detention n Item taken from child n Phone call/note to parent n Referral to principal

Money from Mrs. E. n n n Agenda must be signed by parent every day student is present. Student must write assignments in planner daily. Student must complete all homework on time in both classes. Student must exhibit scholarly behavior all week in both classes. Students will be paid every Friday.

Items for sale $10 Treasure box (donations welcome) n $50 Extra Recess time (must be pre-arranged). n $50 Homework pass (with restrictions) n $50 IPAD Time n $100 Lunch with teacher and friend n $200 Lunch with Principal or Assistant Principal and friend n

Scholarly Applause from Mrs. Hearne Movie and popcorn! n Recess ice cream party! n Whole group lunch in classroom! n Pizza Party! n

Volunteering Grade Level Parent n Field trip chaperones n Party Helpers n 3 rd Grade Directory n Other special projects as needed n

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We look forward to a wonderful year! Thank you for coming! Mrs. Hearne Mrs. Efstratiou