Third Grade

The purpose of this website is to provide parents with information in regard to curriculum, instruction and assessment so they can understand the specific grade levels expectations in which their child should be able to demonstrate mastery by the end of this academic year.

Each content page (reading, writing, math, language arts, science, social studies and social emotional learning standards) can be accessed by clicking on the down arrow at the top of page under "kindergarten." Specific information is added to each content page.

Each grade level has developed kid friendly “I can” statements for each Illinois Learning Standard to help students and parents understand exactly what students “should know and be able to do” on lessons and assessments by the end of the school year.

Academic standards are important because they help ensure that all students, no matter where they live, are prepared for success in college and the workforce. Standards provide an important first step--a clear roadmap for learning for teachers, students, and parents. Having clearly defined goals helps families and teacher work together to ensure that students succeed. They also help your child develop critical thinking skills that will prepare him or her for college and career. Children who meet grade level standards at the end of one grade level will be prepared for the rigors of the next grade level and will ,therefore, be more successful.

All assessments are measured against a set of grade level standards. Two questions a parent should always ask a teacher include the following:

1. Is my child reading and writing at grade level?

2. Is my child able to complete grade level math work without assistance?