Syllabus

Thomas E. Kerns Third Grade Teachers will be using South Carolina College-and Career Ready Standards. 

Here is also a link to Family Friendly Standards: http://www.scfriendlystandards.org/ 

3rd grade long range plans

**All units and pricing per GCS guidelines and subject to change**

1st Quarter: August- Mid October

Reading: 

What a Character! (Realistic Fiction)

Use Your Words 

Let Freedom Ring (Narrative Nonfiction) 

Writing:

Personal Narrative 

Math

Unit 1 Math is…

Unit 2 Use Place Value to Fluently Add and Subtract within 1,000

Unit 3 Multiplication and Division (continue into 2nd Quarter)

Science: 

Playground forces 

Social Studies:

Map skills

Environment and people

2nd Quarter: Mid October-December

Reading: 

Let Freedom Ring

Teamwork

Animal Behaviors

Math:

Multiplication and Division

Use Patterns to Multiply by 0, 1, 2, 5 and 10

Use Properties to Multiply by 3, 4, 6, 7, 8 and 9

Connect Area and Multiplication

Fractions (continue into 3rd Quarter)

Writing: 

Narrative

Start TDW

Science:

Weather Impacts 

Social Studies: 

Environment and People part 2

3rd Quarter: January-Mid March

Reading: 

Make a Difference

Imagine!  Invent!

From Farm to Table

Math:

Fractions

Fraction Equivalence and Comparison

Multiplication to Divide

Use Properties and Strategies to Multiply and Divide

Perimeter/Measurement and Data

Writing: 

Continue TDW

Science:

Surviving in a Changing Environment

Social Studies: 

Culture and Economy

4th Quarter: Mid March- May

Reading: 

Tell a Tale

Genre Study-Literary Texts

Math:

Perimeter/Measurement and Data

Describe and Analyze 2-Dimensional Shapes/Geometric Figures

Proficiency with Power Standards

Writing:

Finishing TDW

Science:

Life cycles of survival

Social Studies: 

Exploration and Migration

Grades: 

Greenville County School District complies with the State Board of Education policy regarding a statewide uniform grading scale: 

A = 90-100

B = 80-89

C = 70-79 

D = 60-69 

F = Below 60

Each subject area will have at least 2 major grades every grading period. Reading, Language Arts, and Math will each have at least 7 minor grades, while Science and Social Studies will each have at least 5. 

Content Area 

Reading 

Minors: 60% Weekly reading skills quizzes 

Majors: 40% Unit tests

Language Arts

Minor: 60% Weekly grammar skills quizzes

Major: 30% Cumulative grammar skills tests

Spelling: 10% Weekly Spelling tests

Math

Minor: 60% Weekly skills quizzes

Major: 40% Unit tests

Science

Minor: 60% Content quizzes, lab participation

Major: 40% Unit tests, rubric based projects

Social Studies

Minor: 60% Content quizzes, class activities

Major: 40% Unit tests, rubric based projects

Reporting of student progress:  

• Progress Reports: Students will receive an official progress report every 4 ½ weeks.  

• Report Cards: Students will receive their report card once each nine week period per the district calendar dates. 

Parent Communication: Communication will be done through your child’s daily folder, weekly newsletters, parent backpack, and the Class Dojo app. 

Missed Work/Makeup Policy: If absent, students have 5 school days to make up any missed assignments. It will be teacher discretion whether or not these assignments are sent home to be completed. Families will be notified if their child is not completing assignments promptly. 

Instructional Materials: 303 Caldecott/Greenville 

Mrs. Wagner’s Classroom Rules and Expectations: 

• Toys:

• Please do not let students bring toys to school unless they understand to keep them in their backpacks until recess and end of day procedures. (Examples: pokemon cards, dolls, stuffed toys, electronic watches, cars, action figures etc.) These are a hindrance to learning and the following procedures will be followed upon observation of a student with a toy. 

  • 1st Observation: Warning, place in bookbag

  • 2nd Observation: Confiscation until end of day

  • 3rd Observation: Confiscation until the end of week and parent notification. 

  • All other: Confiscation until end of quarter and parent communication of how to solve the issue. 

• Drinks: 

  • We have a water fountain in the room that students are free to use with permission from the teacher. If your student brings a portable bottle, please check to make sure it will not spill. Please NO Stanleys or other metal bottles or cups with a removable straw. The bottle must be completely sealed with a screw on lid or pop top. 

  • Please do not send students with soda or juice in the classroom. Water only. They may have juice if they consume it at lunch. 

• Cellphones:  https://greenville-sc.community.highbond.com/home/policies/policydoc/72fc90b1-4adc-43fa-861c-24c44f40f375 

  • Per district policy students are required to keep any cellphones, tablets, or communication devices OFF and in their bookbags at ALL times. 

  • From the District policy website above- 

    • Personal Electronic Devices During the School Day 

    • The purpose of this section is to create a school environment that is free from electronic distractions from electronic devices, including phones, that fosters a positive learning experience.  In accordance with state law, by prohibiting the use of personal electronic devices during the school day, this policy aims to provide an environment that enhances focus and engagement, allowing students to develop appropriate college and career-ready skills.  Students will have more opportunities to engage in meaningful interactions, collaborate with peers, and cultivate the essential skills necessary for success in college, careers, and life.

    • I.     Definitions

    • A.  "Personal Electronic Device" hereinafter referred to as "device" means any device utilized to access the internet, wi-fi, cellular telephone signals, or to capture images or video.  This includes, but is not limited to, cell phones, smart watches, tablets, and gaming devices.

    • B.  "Personal Electronic Device accessories" hereinafter referred to as "device accessories" include any wired or wireless accessory or wearable technology that connects to a device and any other accessory commonly used in conjunction with a personal electronic device.

    • C.  "School Day" is defined as the period of time that a student is present on the school campus from their arrival (i.e. tardy bell) until afternoon dismissal at the end of the instructional day.  Individual schools have the ability to decide the use of electronic devices during school-sponsored field trips.

    • D.  "Access" is defined as viewing, holding, wearing, or otherwise using a device for the purpose of communication, internet access, gaming, recording, or any other function commonly associated with devices.  During the school day, devices will be stored as directed by the school and in accordance with the administrative rule that accompanies this policy.  Exceptions granted for medical necessity, authorized for classroom use, or other authorized reasons consistent with this policy will be in writing and are not considered a violation of this policy.

    • E.  "Authorized for Classroom Use" is defined as the use of a personal electronic device that is explicitly approved by the school's administration in writing.  The approval must include alignment with standards-aligned educational objective that cannot be reasonably achieved using District-owned devices.  Students must be provided with clear instructions on the appropriate use of devices and ensure that their use aligns with the approved educational objectives.  The school's administration may revoke approval at any time if it is determined that the use of devices does not meet the intended educational objectives or is causing a disruption.

    • II.     Policy Implementation and Enforcement

    • A.  During the school day, students are prohibited from accessing their personal electronic devices, unless authorized for classroom use.  Students may not wear or access device accessories during the school day.  Students must store their device and device accessories in lockers, backpacks, or otherwise as directed by the school during the school day.

    • B.  If explicitly required by a student's IEP, Medical/Health Plan, or 504 plan, the student shall be allowed to access their device for medically or educationally necessary purposes described and required by the IEP, Medical/Health Plan or 504 plan.

    • C.  A student who is a member of a volunteer firefighting organization or emergency organization will be authorized to carry a device in furtherance of those responsibilities with written permission by the school's principal or designee.

    • D.  If a student violates the preceding rules during the school day, the student will be subject to progressive consequences in the student code of conduct and as further detailed in the administrative rule accompanying this policy.

    • E.  Employees shall model the appropriate use of devices during instructional time consistent with this policy and will only use devices when in furtherance of their job responsibilities or in response to an emergency during that time.

ATTENDANCE: 

https://www.greenville.k12.sc.us/kerns/Upload/Uploads/Attendance%20Expectations.pdf 

For those students that are late, breakfast bags can be picked up until 8:15 in the front office.