3rd Grade: Class Syllabus and Schedule

Academic Year 2014-2015

Ms. Elizabeth Hannah
Classroom Theme: Im going to College
Class Song: Hall of Fame
Class Website: http://thehalloffameofstudentsuccess.weebly.com/

GREETINGS! Welcome to a fresh start! Im very happy to be your new teacher! This year WILL
BE EXCITING and FULL of learning new things, with the end goal being to demonstrate

growth beyond previous academic performance in the following: English Language

Arts (ELA), Math, Social Studies and Science.
This years theme is, Im Going to College! The idea behind this theme is to always stay
focused on the fact that early years of school lay the foundation for future academic
success, which ultimately determines the path to and through college. This theme and
what it takes to achieve this will echo throughout our journey of learning this year.

TWO WAY COMMUNICATION :

Two way communication is an opportunity for dialoguefor me to talk and
provide information to you, and a great chance for you to do the same for
me! Below are ways we can chatbut remember, this doesnt replace face to
face but is simply an addition to it.

Phone: 678-676-9302 or 404-234-4689

E-mail: april_e_hannah@fc.dekalb.k12.ga.us
Twitter: @SparkleInMyEyes
Daily Homework Folder with Conduct Sheet (to be signed daily and returned)

ONE WAY COMMUNICATION :

One way communication is a simple way to ensure you stay up dated with
new information, changes, and progress . This isnt as much for conversation,
but to ensure youre always aware of whats happening with regard to your
childs academic achievement.

Remind 101: Just TWO easy steps to sign up to receive class reminders via text
messages. To sign up, follow instructions on the Remind 101 handout.
Infinite Campus
Class Website
Class Newsletter
Weekly Courier Folder on Thursday

REQUIRED GRADE LEVEL TEXTBOOKS:

Literacy/ELA:
Science:
Houghton Mifflin Harcourt StoryTown
Harcourt Wild About Science
Mathematics:
Social Studies:
McGraw Hill: My Math
Houghton Mifflin Social Studies: Georgia
Social Studies textbooks can be accessed online at: http://www.eduplace.com/eservices
Username: 3classdekalb
Password: dekalbstudent3

GRADING:
Grading Scale (Board Policy):
A = 90% 100% Excellent
B = 80% - 89% Good
C = 71% - 79% Fair

D = 70 Passing
F = below 70 Failing

Grading Policy:
Class Assignments/Participation - 40 %
Tests & Quizzes 30%
Projects 25%
Homework 5%
3rd Grade HomeworkRecommended homework time for 3rd grade students is 30 to 45
in content areas per night, with reading for practice and/or pleasure beyond this time.
Academic Honesty for individual assignments, students are expected to produce
their own work, copying a friend or classmates assignment is not allowed.
Complete Assignments all assignments to be turned in for a grade, should be
submitted on time. Late homework or projects will lose 2 points each day late.

TECHNOLOGY:
We will utilize different technologies & software to assist in learning, some of which can
be used at home as provided by DeKalb County Schools. For a list of instructional
software available, please see the Instructional Software Programs Guide handout.
In addition to technologies, students may possess smart phones or other electronic
devices. However, all students need to remain aware that these devices are not to be
used during learning time (school day), unless instructed to be used by an adult. The
use of personal electronics will result in them being taken and a phone call home.

TESTING:
While testing may stir up all kinds of feelings for families & students, the fact is that
testing is an important part of my ability to assess learning progress throughout the
year. There are a few types of tests that you want to remain aware of, which include:
End of Chapter/Unit Test
Benchmark Assessments
State and National Standardized Test
To view schedule for state/nationally mandated testing, refer to the 2014-2015 Testing Calendar
handout. End of Chapter/Unit Test and Benchmark Assessments will be posted on the class website.

CLASSROOM RULES:
Come to class prepared to learn with all supplies and completed assignments
Listen carefully to others when speaking AND raise your hand to speak
Follow directions given by any adult the first time
Do not disturb others while they are working
Walk quietly in the halls
Work and play safely
Keep hands and feet to self; no bullying
Use kind words and be honest

CLASSROOM DAILY CONSEQUENCES :

When rules are broken, there are consequences. Students will always receive a
warning before a receiving negative dojo points and moving through daily
consequences. Heres how consequences work in our class:
1st Dirty Paw Verbal Warning
2nd Dirty Paw Silent Lunch or No Recess
3rd Dirty Paw Phone Call Home (loss of job title for week)
4th Dirty Paw Parent Teacher Conference
5th Dirty Paw Office or Counselor Referral

CLASSROOM WEEKLY REWARDS:

Just as students can receive negative dojo points, students can also receive
positive dojo points that will allow them to earn a panther buck a day and a treat
at the end of each week.
Less than 5 negative Dojo points, 10 positive Dojo points: Special treat.
Less than 5 negative Dojo points, 15 positive Dojo points: Eat in class on Friday
& watch a cartoon/video (which can be brought by a student).
Less than 5 negative Dojo points, 20 positive Dojo points: treat, eat in
classroom, and computer time/free time.

CLASSROOM JOBS, DESCRIPTIONS , AND ROTATIONS:

Teacher Helper grade papers, run errands, and remind teacher of important things.
Bathroom Monitor monitor number & behavior of students in bathroom & give soap.
Clean Up Crew Clean up after messy assignments or when the class needs tidying up.
Calendar Helper updates daily class calendar and date on the board.
Door Holder holds door as we go from place to place and answers the door for class
visitors.
Hand Cleaner provides students with hand sanitizer before lunch.

Daily Schedule
7:30 AM: Place belongings away, turn in Homework, sharpen pencils
7:40 AM: Morning Work
8:15 AM: Bathroom Break
8:30 AM 10:15 AM: Reading/ELA
10:15 10:20 AM: Lunch Prep
10:25 10:55 AM: Lunch
11:00 AM 11:45 AM: Special
11:45 AM 12:00 PM: Bathroom Break
12:20 PM 1:50PM: Math
1:50 PM 2:05 PM: Unstructured Break
2:05 PM: Prepare for Dismissals
2:10PM: Car and Van Riders Dismissed
2:15 PM: Bus Riders