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TODAY !!!
• SPELLING HOMEWORK PAGES 71-75DUE ON FRIDAY
•READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Friday Dec 05
• SPELLING HOMEWORK PAGES 71-75DUE ON FRIDAY
•READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Saturday Dec 06
• READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Sunday Dec 07
• READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Monday Dec 08
• READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Tuesday Dec 09
• READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Wednesday Dec 10
• READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Thursday Dec 11
• READ 30 MINUTES, TAKE AR TEST, AND SIGN READING LOG
•STUDY MULTIPLICATION FACTS AND SUBTRACTION FACTS
Teacher Information
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3rd grade Teacher:
Katie Colson
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- Topics for the week of December 1-5, 2008
- Questioning is used to asks questions to enhance meaning; can easily answer questions; beginning awareness of different types of questions.
- Ways: Questioning a Character
I can ask questions about…
• the events in the story.
• why the character does certain things (character motivation).
• why the character doesn’t do certain things.
• character reactions and feelings.
• character relationships.
• the history behind things that are going on.
• predictions about what will happen later. Questioning the Author
What Is Questioning the Author?
Questioning the Author is a protocol of inquiries that students can make about the content they are reading. This strategy is designed to encourage students to think beyond the words on the page and to consider the author's intent for the selection and his or her success at communicating it.I can ask questions about…
• What is the author trying to say?
• Why is the author telling you that?
• Does the author say it clearly?
• How could the author have said things more clearly?
• What would you say instead?
• What's the author's message?
• What's going on here?
• What do you think the author wants us to know from this?
• Is the author knowledgeable about the topic? How do they feel about the topic?
• Has the author done his or her research?
• What is the author's background and experience?
• Is the author writing from personal experience?
• What is the author’s style, intent, content, or format?
- Text comes alive through the use of sensory images.
- Objectives:
- Reading: Insects research work: Comparing/Contrasting, Questioning, Describing, Examining, Creating, Synonyms, Poetry, Level Texts, Vocabulary, Nonfiction Reading, Informational text
- Ways: Questioning a Character
- Math:Math Multiplicaton Time Test,Geometry Project Book, Lesson 16.1-5 .
- Language Arts: Synonyms; Persuasive and Informational Writing
- Science: Georgia Habitats- Experiments; Chapter 2 and interactive Texts, Georgia Maps
- The Book of the Month: Rookie Read-About® Science - Animals: It's a Good Thing There are Insects
by Allan Fowler
Georgetown's Mission Statement:We are committed to providing educational experiences that will enable a student to become a lifelong learner, enter the work force with necessary skills and achieve academic and personal potential.
- There are several students not completing homework assignments. The students are given a chance to write down the homework. I have made arrange with some parents to sign the homework. If you did not see my signature then the student refuse to sign it. Please check the hoemwork. It is posted on the website daily by 6:00 p.m. I also give them in time to complete the homework. The CRCT is fast approaching and it is a very important test. If your child does not pass it, he or she will repeat 3rd grade. If your child is assigned to tutoring, please allow them to stay. If you have any questions, please contact me. Thank you
- Miss Colson
Miss Colson has a "Blog" for all to visit and post "blogs" on. Please visit this site to receive information, thoughts, and helpful hints from Miss Colson. http://misscolson.blogspot.com/
- Color Folders
- 3-prong folder with pockets
- 1 pack of pens
- 1 package of pencils
- 1 package of large erasers
- 2 Composition notebook
- 2 bottles of Hand Sanitizer
- 2 boxes of Kleenex
- 1 small pencil box/bag (to keep their crayons, pencils, glue sticks, and pens)
- 1 box of crayons
- 2 or more glue sticks
- 1 pack of colored pencils
- 1 pack of classic color markers
- 2 or more packages of ruled paper
- 1 small dictionary to keep at home
- We will be working from the Spelling Workbook. I will take up 1 random page from the assigned pages. We will have a test on Friday. Homework will be due on Friday. Please have your child study each night.
I will use the following methods in managing my class:
Gaining Student Attention: Gaining the students’ attention is done by standing and walking around the room in close proximity to the students. If this attempt does not work, I will stop talking, talk to the student(s) privately, and implement the classroom discipline plans. The classroom discipline plan is posted in the classroom and given to the students.
Colson’s Lunch Bunch: This is a reward for individuals, who have been on-task, completing assignments, turning in work, and positive behavior. Each month the selected individuals can eat in the classroom and celebrate their excellent work.
Treat Box: Based on the students’ conduct grade, the students who have maintained 20 points for 2 weeks will be able to choose an item from my treat box.
Positive Notes Home: Notes will be sent home to celebrate any excellent behavior or conduct that goes beyond the normal requirements.
- The goal of our classroom is to provide a safe, cooperative learning environment in which each student is able to achieve success without the intimidation or inference of other students. This is the same goal that is upheld by the whole school.
- The consequences for breaking any of the school rules may include any of the following, usually, but not always, in order:
- 1.Verbal warning
- 2.Lose of conduct points
- 3.Action Plans that must be signed by parent or guardian
- 4.Note home
- 5.Parent phone call
- 6.After School Detention (30 minutes) for minor offenses- see student handbook/calendar for explanation- 24 hour notice will be given.
- 7.Guidance referral
- 8.Office referral (fights & insubordination are automatically referred to the office.
- Administrative detention, conference with counselor, parent conferences
- For complete explanation see student handbook/ calendar & behavior guidelines.
Homework and AR Requirements
Homework Policy
Homework will be an essential part of the student’s successful learning experience and will be given two or four times per week. The homework will be graded and recorded according to the grading policy.
Homework will not be accepted late unless the student has an excused absence or extraordinary circumstances. Makeup work is the responsibility of my students. Students who are absent are responsible for checking this when they return. For longer absences, individual arrangements will be made.
Please do not ask me to make exceptions to this policy because it does not help your child develop healthy, responsible habits.
Classroom assignments will be posted on the board. Time to record assignments will be given at the end of the day. It is the students’ responsibility to write down the assignments not mine. Please go over the assignments at home and make sure all assignments are completed.
AR Requirements
Students will be given a STAR Reading Test to establish reading level. You will receive a Parent Report. Your child will be assigned points that must be earned by the end of each nine weeks. Students must read every night for 30 minutes. Students are required to take AR tests over the books they have read.
