Ms. Barnes
Third grade 2025-2026
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IMPORTANT CHANGE FOR 25-26:
CMS will no longer use Power School. We will use Infinite Campus as our new program for attendance, forms that you must complete, students' data/records, schedules, and grades for students in 3rd-5th grades. It is a very important program to have access to this year for parents of children in K-5th grades. Please download the appropriate app for your cell phones and use the directions for the program that are included below:
Infinite Campus Parent Portal Communication with directions:
BARNES CLASS INFORMATION FOR THE YEAR:
https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1WGhXuKdeZfAqWrqpGWCGX1C3jMIK1ZstuvtmkreWRB8/edit?usp=sharing
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.Throughout the year we will do a variety of activities and projects, that will allow each child to shine in their own style of learning. My goal is to ensure that your child feels supported, loved and successful this year. I am excited about the 2025-2026 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 26th year teaching, I taught 5th grade for 3 years and 3rd grade for 23 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.
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 *TENTATIVE*
Monday, Tuesday, Thursday, Friday
8:15 - 8:45 Morning Meeting
8:45 - 9:30 SPECIALS *see SPECIALS rotation schedule
9:30- 10:30 EL Literacy
10:30 - 11:40 ALL Block (small group literacy) 11:40 - 12:10 RECESS
12:10 - 1:45 MATH
1:45- 2:10 LUNCH
2:10- 3:05 Social Studies/Science
3:05-3:15 Pack up/ Dismissal
WEDNESDAY Schedule *teacher planning 8:30-10:10
8:15 - 8:30 Morning Meeting
8:30 - 9:20 SPECIALS *see SPECIALS rotation schedule
9:20- 9:35 Morning Meeting continued
9:35 - 10:10 I-ready math and reading
10:10 - 11:40 MATH
11:40 - 12:10 RECESS
12:10 - 1:10 LITERACY
1:10-1:45 ALL BLOCK (small groups)
1:45- 2:10 LUNCH
2:10- 2:40 ALL BLOCK continued
2:40- 3:05 Social Studies/Science
3:05-3:15 Pack up/ Dismissal
SPECIALS SCHEDULE:
A- Technology
B- Media Book Check Out
C-Music
D-Theater
E-PE
F- Art
25-26 SUPPLY LIST:
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
2- 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
2- Paper towel rolls
1- headphones
1- box zipper SANDWICH bags (GIRLS)
1- box zipper GALLON bags (BOYS)
2 packs of post notes
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
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