Welcome to Third Grade!!We’re “SUPER”
STARS
Mr. Bruno Born and raised in New Orleans. 17 years experience as a third grade teacher. 7 years in third grade at South Douglas. Douglas County Teacher of the Year Finalist. Coach of South Douglas Reading Bowl Team,
Road Runners, and Science Fair Club. Married with two sons.
My BeliefEvery child is capable of learning and exceeding given the opportunity and a positive environment.
The ClassroomWhat it is….. What it’s not…..
Positive environmentHands onMovementGroup work/discussionIndependent workProjects and researchComputer labGames!Outside time!
Sitting at desk all day.Worksheet, after
worksheetComplete silenceNo movement
Set the Bar High!!!
South Douglas is ranked #1 in Douglas County.100% of Mr. Bruno’s students met or exceeded in all subjects on the CRCT every year that he’s taught at South Douglas. 95% of Mr. Bruno’s students exceeded in Math and 82% exceeded in Science on the CRCT last year. 82% exceeded in Reading, 77% exceeded in Language Arts, and 77% exceeded in Social Studies on the CRCT last year.
High Expectations for All Students
Maximize opportunities for reading in school through whole group reading and reading groups.Rigorous weekly comprehension quizzes.Review comprehension questions and quizzes at home even if the work was completed in class.Learn multiplication facts early in school year.Real- world story problems.Study skills on Thursday.“See- Me” math problems during lunch.
Timed Tests• Goal: Become Math Fact Masters in
Multiplication and Division• 30 problems/three minutes: Thats a Fact• Weekly multiplication and division timed tests
(Thursdays)• Practice daily through morning work and in
computer lab.
AR• Students are allowed to go to library after they read
AR books.• Assigned chapter books are also AR.• Must score 80% or better.• School and Classroom incentives (points include
books read at home and at school).• Goal for third grade is 80 points.• Monthly reports.
Agendas
Check dailyStudents know it is their
responsibility to write homework
Check front pocket for notes
Place homework in agenda folder
Notes and money in agenda folder
Behavior• Start at
Ready to Learn
• Recognize good behavior
• Chance to make better decisions
• Earn Cub Cash
• Notified if your child lands on Parent Contact/ Office
Cub Cash
All students are aware of morning procedures and hallway rules
Students receive a treat on Friday if they collect 12 Cub Cash tickets
Will be notified if it becomes a problem
Com
munic
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on
Very important for your child’s success.
Important for you to know what is going on in the classroom
Email, monthly newsletters, notes, agendas
Class web page: http://southdouglas.dce.schoolinsites.com/
Homework
Practice exactly what was covered that particular day.
Usually involves a math activity sheet and a page from the activity books.
Any unanswered reading group discussion questions are completed for homework.
Optional: Read AR book each night.
Conferences
Two a year (September and February).
Additional conferences can be arranged.
I am here to help you anyway I can.
Extra opportunities to learn and have fun!
Science Fair ClubReading Bowl TeamRoad RunnersEarly morning tutoring
Final Tips for a Successful Year Your child needs to know their
password (birthdate: mm/dd/yy) Access to computer-practice
Word, Power point, and typing in web addresses
Help teach your child responsibility
Apply math and reading skills to the real world
Read with your child daily Talk to your child about school Make school a priority Keep the communication lines
open Praise!
Scholastic Book Orders
• Send home monthly• Different book orders for
different levels• All points earned are used to
purchase classroom books!!
Questions
**See me to discuss personal issues.
