Ms. Barnes
Third grade 2023-2024
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MS. BARNES:
I love my job and my students. I strive to meet the needs of all of my learners. My teaching style is to combine hands -on learning with technology and storytelling. Through out the year we will do a variety of multiple intelligence projects, that will allow each child to shine. My goal is to ensure that your child feels supported, loved and successful this year. I am excited about the 2023-2024 school year!!!
ABOUT ME:
I grew up in Richmond Va. I went to College of Charleston in Charleston, S.C. where I received my education degree. This is my 24th year teaching, I taught 5th grade for three years and 3rd grade for twenty years! All of my years teaching have been at Sharon School, the greatest school on Earth.
WEBSITE:
Please take time to become familiar with my website. I will be posting weekly newsletters, as well as, other important information throughout the year. Please use the tabs at the top of this page that lead you to a newsletter, back to school information, links and more helpful information.
In order to have a successful year, I would like to have clear and open communication with both parents and students. Feel free to contact me with any questions or concerns you may have throughout the year.
MY EMAIL:
mercer.barnes@cms.k12.nc.us
I have everything I need for my classroom! This list is a WISH LIST- things I wish for and want. These items will enhance my amazing classroom.
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2DDG5XH8XQO1O?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_DxHMA4x8yyBPX
3rd Grade Daily schedule
8:00 am - 8:20 am Morning Meeting
8:20 am - 9:20 am E..L. Literacy Block
9::20 am - 10:20 am Literacy ALL BLOCK
10:20 am - 10:50 am RECESS
10:50 am - 11:20 am LUNCH
11:20 am - 12:05 pm Math- part 1
12:05 pm- 12:50 pm SPECIALS
12:50pm- 1:40pm Math- part 2
1:40 pm- 2:25 pm Science/ Social Studies
2:25 pm -2:50 pm Read Aloud
SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
A- Technology
B-PE
C-Music
D-Theater
E-Health and Fitness
F- Art
SUPPLIES:
SUPPLY LIST:
1- pair Earbuds or headphones
1- 1" Binder Avery Heavy Duty Clear Cover White
3- Marble Composition Book Wide Ruled 100 Sheet Black, blue, green
1- Pencil Pouch Zippered Nylon 3-Hole Grommet 7" x 10"
2 pack Dixon Ticonderoga HB #2 Pencil Pre-Sharpened 12ct
5- Two Pocket Folder: blue, red, green, yellow, purple
1- Crayola Twistables Colored Pencils 12ct
1- Crayola Crayons 24ct
1- 5" Pointed Tip Scissors
2 pack- Clorox Disinfecting Wipes Soft Pack 75ct
1- Avery Hi-Liter Chisel Tip
3- Elmer's Large School Glue Stick Purple, Dry Clear 2- Kleenex Tissues 2-ply 125ct
1- Purell Clear Hand Sanitizer Pump Bottle 8oz Loose 1- Leaf Paper Wide Ruled 200ct (BOYS ONLY)
1- Paper towel roll (GIRLS ONLY)
Growth Mindset:
This year in our classroom we are going to do a lot of work on becoming students with a Growth Mindset. Below is a great video about something called GRIT that relates to growth mindset. I have also included a link that explains the meaning and purpose of growth mindset.
I would encourage you to use some of the Growth Mindset language at home with your student as they will also hear a lot of it throughout the day at school! I am a big fan of the power of "yet"
-"I cannot do it.....yet"
-"I don't understand this math concept....yet"
-"I don't know how this works....yet"
GRIT video (click on words)
CMS TITLE IX STATEMENT:
title ix statement.pdf