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ABC's of 3rd Grade
The ABC's of Third Grade Absences: If your child is sick or has an appointment, please call the school office to verify your child's reason for absence.
(909) 463-9105 A.R. Accelerated Reader is a computerized reading program. Children read AR books and then take a test on the computer to check their comprehension. Points are earned based on the difficulty of the book and how many questions are answered correctly. Each child much read and test within their reading range, and classroom teachers set each student's individual AR goals. Books are available in the library and classroom. Quiz List Link:
Birthdays: Your child is welcome to bring a treat to share with the class. Please inform me in advance of your child's birthday. Due to our tight schedule, we cannot have a party in class. Please confer with me prior to sending in any treats and remember to keep treats simple, like cookies or cupcakes. Your child will also have the opportunity to join Golden Library's Birthday Book Club. By donating money towards the purchase of a library book, your child's name will be put on a nameplate of the book in honor of their birthday. Please remember that to avoid hurt feelings, any party invitations for birthdays cannot be passed out at school unless the entire class is invited. Book Orders: I send home Scholastic Book Orders about once each month. This is a wonderful way to build your child's home library and help our class at the same time. Our class earns Bonus points with each order that I will use to buy more books and classroom materials.
Box Tops: An easy way to help our school is by collecting Box Tops for Education,which are found on many of the foods we all buy. You can send any Box Tops to school with your child.
Class Photos:
I will be taking lots of photos of classroom learning this year to post
on my classroom website. Please be aware that only students who have
parent permission to allow their photo to be on the internet will be
included in such photos. You can see examples of my class photos on my
Slideshow page.
Miss Talbott's Class Slideshows Computers: We visit the computer lab each week to learn and practice new skills. Students also use the computers in the classroom during center time to play educational games and reinforce skills.
Discipline: I use a colored card system to manage behavior. We will "Revv it Up for Student Success". Your child will bring home a behavior chart each day for you to review.
Speed Into Great
Behavior
Green = On Track Orange = "Caution" Yellow = Pit Stop Red = Garage Area Email: One way to contact me is through email. My email is: Fieldtrips: Several fieldtrips will be planned throughout the year. Chaperones will be invited to join us. Depending on the fieldtrip the number of chaperones may be limited. In order to attend fieldtrips, a permission slip needs to be filled out and returned to school.
Frustration levels: Each child has a different level of frustration. Please stop your child from their working task before they get frustrated. No tears please! Golden Tickets: Students can be caught showing good behavior by teachers or proctors. Golden tickets are rewarded and used for monthly raffle prizes.
Homework: Homework will be sent home daily and recorded by your child on their homework log. All assignments, unless otherwise noted are due the next day. Follow the link below for guidelines for helping your child with homework:
Internet: Access to educational websites can be a valuable way to reinforce learning. However, without your permission this is not possible. Please be sure to read, sign and return the "Technology Acceptable Use" form so your child can benefit from this wonderful learning tool.
Ink Cartridges: Don't throw away your computer ink cartridges. The school earns money by recycling them. Job Well Done: It is vital that students understand the importance of their school tasks. Encourage them to take pride in their work by reviewing their papers that come home. Be sure to praise them for a "Job Well Done". I've created a handy list below to show you applaud their efforts.
Join PTA: Get involved in Golden school by supporting PTA.
Keep Connected: Turn off the TV or Gamecube for at least 20 minutes each night and talk with your child. Enjoy their conversation or share a book with them.
Lunch: Students can buy hot lunch or bring their own from home. I've created some cute "Lunch Box Notes" to surprise your child with. Tuck one in their lunch once in a while and make them smile!
Lunch Box Notes with Sports theme Lunch Box Notes with Racing theme Minimum Day: Every Monday is a minimum day. Dismissal is at 1:10. Money: Please use a baggie or envelope to send money with your child to school for lunch or book orders. This helps prevent lost money.
Newsletters: I will send home a weekly newsletter to keep you up-to-date. My newsletters are also archived on my website.
On Time: School starts at 8:10. Please help your child arrive to school in plenty of time each day so they don't feel rushed or anxious.
Parking Lot: For the safety of all children, please follow all parking lot rules when dropping off or picking them up.
P.E. I enjoy creating fun-filled P.E. lessons. During my lessons your child will be practicing various P.E. skills every week, which include gross motor skills, cooperation, teamwork and sportsmanship.
See us in skill-filled action! Miss Talbott's Fitness fun photos Penmanship: Proper penmanship habits need to be used especially during these formative years. In 3rd grade printing skills include learning proper cursive letter writing, holding a pencil properly and appropriate spacing.
Questions or concerns?: Please send a note, call me, or email me. School: (909) 463-9105 email: denise_talbott@etiwanda.org Recess: All children will have a morning recess. Please remember to pack a healthy snack choice for your child to enjoy.
Report Cards: Report cards are issued three times during the year in December, March and June.
Sharing: This is not Show and Tell, but rather an opportunity for children to build confidence speaking in front of a group. Each month we will have an assigned topic or project to then share about. A sharing calendar with detailed directions for the assignments will be sent home at the beginning of each month.
"Smart Cookie" Mastery Club: Looking for an extra learning challenge? Have your child complete the "Smart Cookie" websearch questions for various subject areas:
Snack: Your child may bring a healthy midmorning snack to eat at recess. Please remember to send healthy choices like fruit, string cheese, or vegetables instead of cookies, candy or sugary items.
Star of the Week: Each child will be spotlighted as a "Star" one week during the school year. During this week special activities are planned to recognize your child.
Student Store: Student store will be held afterschool every 1st and 3rd Monday. Various items are sold including pencils, folders and school spirit clothing. Tardies: If your child is late to school, please sign them in at the office before sending them to class. Toys: Students should not bring any type of toys to school as they can be a disruption to classroom learning. Transportation: If there is a change in the way your child will go home, please send in a note to let me know. Unique: Each child is unique and has their own special gifts and talents. I recognize that in my classroom, and I encourage you to avoid comparing your child to others. Click on the link below for an inspiring video from "Raising Small Souls: Timeless Parenting Advice" called The Animal School. Volunteers: There are many opportunities for volunteering, some at school and some at home. An interest sheet will be sent home describing various ways to help.
Walking Program: Students can start their day by "Walking Across America". Join the fun on the field and earn mile marker prizes at the end of each month.
Website: I have created a class website that is full of class information, resources for kids and parents and more detailed descriptions of what we're doing in class. I hope you will find it useful and visit it often. http://teacherweb.com/CA/Golden/MissTalbott/index.html
X Marks the Spot: Please have a regular, consistent place for your child to complete their homework. Work should be completed in an area free of distractions. You: As parents, you are a vital partner in your child's education. I look forward to working with you this year. Top Ten Things Teachers Wish Parents Would Do Zzzz: Please make sure your child gets enough sleep. Well-rested, alert children are more successful in school.
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