Google Classroom
This will be the location of announcements, resources, and a tool for students to display their work.
Morning Meeting
This is how the students will start each of their school days. As a class we will greet one another, share thoughts, exciting news and opinions, and spend time involved in an activity that promotes the strengths of our classroom community. The goal of Morning Meeting is to allow each student to feel welcome and appreciated, along with setting aside time for social development. It's benefits are well worth the time! We'll also review the events for the day ahead and field any questions.
Homework
Students are encouraged to read nightly. They have the option of reading independently, reading aloud, or listening to fluent reading. Fact practice is also encouraged. Once students are secure with their addition/subtraction facts (completing 20 per minute), they can move onto multiplication facts. Multiplication will be the focus of 3rd grade.
Birthdays
Students can celebrate their birthdays by bringing in a Birthday Book. This book can be new or used. It can be read by a teacher, student, or family member who is willing to come into the classroom. Please email ahead of time to set up this visitation. Birthday Books can be signed by the class and/ or housed in the classroom for the remainder of the year if the student would like.
Helping Hands
Every two weeks 12 students will be given a job in the classroom that is 'hands' on. Each job is equally important in maintaining a smooth running classroom and each students contribution is greatly appreciated.
DREAM Box
Much like a mailbox, our Dream box will hopefully open the lines of communication between students and teacher. Notes concerning their wishes and dreams for 3rd grade, academic, social or emotional needs, or friendly letters can be placed in the box anonymously or with a signature. I will check this box often and always respond to every student's request.
Compliment Jar
Students will have the opportunity to fill the jar with beads for every compliment that they receive throughout the year. Whenever the jar is filled to the brim, a reward is granted.