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Parent OrientationMrs. Estes and Miss Busby’s
3rd Grade Class
Alexandria Estes Graduated from Midlakes in
2004
Received my Bachelor's and Master’s degrees from SUNY Fredonia
While in college I participated in two teaching exchanges- one in Belize and one in Wales
I am the oldest of two
Married Mr. Estes, we have a daughter Evelyn, dog named Lola
We love to travel and explore
Run Spend time outside
Karen Busby Graduated from Midlakes in 2002 I received my Bachelors degree
from Roberts Wesleyan in 2006 and my Masters degree from Walden University in 2010
This is my seventh year at MIS. I am the youngest of 4, including
two brothers and 1 sister. My family all lives in the area and spends a great deal of time together.
I live in Canandaigua. I love spending time with my 2
nieces, playing guitar, and watching football.
Schedule 9:10-9:50 Science/SS9:54-10:39 Special Snack 10:40-12:10 Math 12:10-12:40 Lunch12:40-12:55 Recess 1:00-1:20 Silent Read Time 1:20-2:20 ELA 2:20-3:00 Daily 5 Reading
Workshop 3:00-3:15 Word Study
Specials: Day 1, 3, 5 P.E. * Don’t forget
sneakers! Day 2 Music Day 4 Art Day 6 Library/Computer * Don’t forget library
books!
Homework/Take Home FoldersHomeworkThe entire third grade will have mostly the same
homework Spelling every night –posted online Math on Tuesdays and Thursdays Projects and/or Study Guides
Take Home Folders and Agendas Every student has received a maroon take-home folder. The
folder needs to be returned everyday. Every student has an agenda to record assignments. This is a
great organizational tool. It is also great for parent/teacher communication.
English Language Arts (ELA)Common Core Curriculum 1:20-2:20 Curriculum adopted by the state Follows the new Common Core Standards 60- minute module lesson; “Put a book in every child’s hand.” Increased rigor Close reads- picture books Finding evidence in the text
Guided Reading Groups 2:20-3:00 Small groups meet every other day Focus on particular skills the students need Comprehension, fluency, vocabulary, writing support,
acceleration of skills
Silent Read Time 1:00-1:20 Independent read book (same one at home and school) 40 book challenge
www.engageny.org
What can I talk to my child about when we are reading at home?
FICTIONWho is the main
character?What is the setting?What is the main
problem in the story?What is the story mainly
about?What do you predict will
happen next in the story?
Did the character learn a lesson?
Did the character change?
Pick a character. What character traits does he or she exhibit?
NONFICTION What is the main idea of
the text? What details support the
main idea? What was the author’s
purpose in writing this piece?
Were there any text features (charts, photographs, diagrams) that were important? What did you learn from them?
BIOGRAPHY: What contribution did the subject make to society?
THESE ARE ALL “THINKING POINTS”!
MathCommon Core Curriculum90 minute lessons daily 10:40-12:10Intense lessons that go deep into
mathematical concepts and problem solving.Began the year with multiplicationUnits include multiplication, division,
measurement, perimeter, area, place value, and fractions
Facts are important. Memorization is a must. 10 minutes a day is all that is needed.
Flashcard games at home and in the car
www.engageny.org
Eureka Math
SpellingAll 3rd grade classes are using a word study
program that involves learning high frequency words (writing words) and pattern words.
A new pattern or rule will be taught each week.We believe in the importance of putting the
words in long-term memory, so once the words are given for spelling they will be expected to know how to spell them.
Grades are based on nightly homework, weekly tests, daily use and transferring words correctly.
A new homework sheet will come home each Monday (same homework every week) Please keep the assignment sheet in the take-home folder.
Words are posted on our class website each week. Spelling homework is to be completed nightly and returned the next day in order to receive credit.
Science and Social Studies Units for Social Studies and Science will be taught quarterly
Social StudiesCommunities and
GeographyCommunities Over
TimeCitizens and
GovernmentPeople in Communities
ScienceScience 21
Plant InvestigationInvestigating
ElectricityInvestigating the
Water CycleInvestigating Animal
Cycles
Data Binders and Goal SettingRecord data every MondayAnalyze data Set Goals
Example: Last week I earned a 75 % on my spelling test, my goal for this week is 100 %. In order to reach my goal I need to practice my spelling words. I think I will make flashcards to practice my words every night.
Data Binders will go home once a month
Super Connection Newsletter ELA Math
Social Studies Specials
Upcoming Events
I was a SUPER STAR when…_________________________________________________
The biggest challenge I had this week was _________________________
My goal for next week is…_____________________________________________________
New York State Testing This year 3rd grade students will be taking a state ELA test and a state Math test.
ELA April 14-16th Math April 22th- April 24nd
7 Habits of Happy Kids
Positive Behavior Clip ChartClip up for positive choicesClip Hall of FameClip down for poor choicesFlexible and students are never stuck
Calendar sent home to be signed every night.
Outdoor RecessEvery dayDress for the weatherSnow suits, rain coats, boots, or old sneakersWe stay in if there is thunder/ lightening or its below 10 degrees
STAR OF THE WEEK
Snacks and BirthdaysPlease send a daily snack or bulk to be kept here.
Please feel free to send in treats for your child’s birthday.
Most treats/ snacks ok, just check firstIf your child has a birthday in the summer,
we can celebrate it at any time during the year, just let me know what works for you.
Provide enough for 22.
Book OrdersIf you wish to order, please make checks
payable to Scholastic You can also order online: Go to
scholastic.com, click on book clubs, click on parents
Classroom Code: JC8DG
Team WorkIn our classroom we function as a team,
and everyone works together. We do our best learning when we can learn from each other.
Let’s work together to make this a great year for your child!
Please sign up for a parent/teacher conference before leaving. (Reading table)
Ways to contact [email protected]@midlakes.org School Phone: 548-6900Notes in their agenda