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Welcome to Mrs. Burns’ 3rd Grade Class!
Whoooo is Mrs. Burns? Certified in Early Childhood Education PreK-5
B.S. in Early Childhood Ed. from Berry College
Masters Degree in Early Childhood Ed. from Kennesaw State
University
11th year teaching in Cobb County/ 1st year at Eastvalley E.S.
Volunteer/foster with Angels Among Us Pet Rescue
Married with a 12 year old son and 4 month old daughter
~Eastvalley Elementary~ A “Leader in Me” School
Vision:
A caring community with a passion for learning.
Mission:
Learning for a Lifetime
Excelling in Our Talents
Achieving Goals Together
Doing what is Right!
In Third Grade We… Listen carefully
Follow directions
Work independently
Complete assigned work on time
Work and cooperate in large and small groups
Develop responsibility for ourselves, our belongings,
and our actions
Reading
Reader’s Workshop
Guided Reading
Daily 5
Book Clubs
Word Study (phonics and spelling)
Grade Level Reading Targets(DRA Levels used for Guided Reading)
ABCDEFGHIJKLMNOP
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
Writing Writer’s Workshop
Writing Genres:– opinion, informative/explanatory, narrative
Writing Process
Handwriting
Math Workshop
Guided Math
Number Talks
Curriculum– multiplication and division strategies, properties of
operations, multi-step word problems with addition and subtraction, concepts of area, fractions, geometry
Addition and Subtraction Facts (should already be mastered)
Multiplication & Division Facts (should be mastered by the end of 3rd grade)
Mathematics
Social Studies and Science Integrated throughout the curriculum
Social Studies– roots of democracy, economics concepts, historical figures
Science– rocks & minerals, fossils, soils, habitats & organisms, ,
magnets, heat, conservation and recycling
STEM
Report Cards Common Core GPS Standards based report card
– Outlines what each student should know, understand, and be able to do
– Clear communication of student’s progress to meeting standards
Indicates mastery– 3+: exceeds standards (only for reading range)– 3: consistently meeting the standard– 2: progressing toward meeting the standard– 1: limited or minimum progress
Criteria changes every 9 weeks Parent Guide
Positive Management in our Classroom… 7 Habits and Leader in Me
One Stop Shop
Marble Jar
Logical Consequences
Daily Agendas & Folders
The agenda will come to and from school each day and should be signed every night.
Agenda includes a behavior key, specials schedule, and school events.
Look for communication from the teacher or school on the “Return to School” side of the communication folder AND on the agenda calendar.
Use this folder for any notes, money, or transportation changes.
Behavior Key
If your child receives a number on a square on the calendar it means they need improvement on the corresponding behavior below. If there is a smiley face on the calendar, that means they did very well that day!
1- Organizes self and materials 8- Works cooperatively
2- Works independently 9-Controls talking
3- Asks questions/Seeks help when needed 10- Follows direction
4- Completes tasks in a timely manner 11- Shows respect for peers
5- Uses self-control 12- Shows respect for authority
6- Exhibits good listening skills 13- Shows respect for property
7- Accepts responsibility for behavior
Homework
Reading– 20+ minutes/day– weekly reading log
Spelling– 2 choices from spelling contract
Math– various practice opportunities 3-4 days/week– practice multiplication and division facts
Special activities/projects sent home sporadically
Odds and Ends…
Attendance Policies Transportation Changes Media Center Blog/Newsletters Standardized Tests EVRC/Accelerated Reader Field Trips Birthdays Snacks and Water Bottles PTSA
3 Cheers for Volunteers!
Room Rep(s)
Art Class Volunteer
Art Appreciation Rep
Media Center Volunteer
Backpack Parent
Any Questions?
