3 rd - 4 th Grade Meeting Ms. Knabjian, Mr. Retana, Ms. Luevano, Mr. Nunez Ms. Luevano, Mr. Nunez.
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Transcript of 3 rd - 4 th Grade Meeting Ms. Knabjian, Mr. Retana, Ms. Luevano, Mr. Nunez Ms. Luevano, Mr. Nunez.
33rd -rd - 4 4thth Grade Meeting Grade Meeting33rd -rd - 4 4thth Grade Meeting Grade Meeting
Ms. Knabjian, Mr. Retana,Ms. Knabjian, Mr. Retana, Ms. Luevano, Mr. NunezMs. Luevano, Mr. Nunez
Promotion Policy – How can my child pass
3rd grade??• Attendance: Miss no more than 9 days
unexcused!– Turn in excuse notes to office (within 1
week)
• Grades: C or better in reading and math• NWEA: above the 24th percentile
• IF these are not met, your child will be in summer school and may need to
repeat 3rd grade!
Which tests will the students be taking this
year?• NWEA
– Math and Reading- Computer Based- Adaptive- Twice a year- Aligned to common core- 60 min suggested time frame
• PARCC– Math and Reading
- Computer Based- Aligned to common core- Information will be forth coming
Is my child ready?
• DIBELs report– Measures FLUENCY not comprehension
• NWEA - growth and attainment
Reading
BOY MOY EOY
3rd 188.3
195.6
198.6
4th 198.2
203.6
205.9
Math BOY MOY EOY
3rd 190.4
198.2
203.4
4th 201.9
208.7
213.5
How will we get there?
Good Student Behaviors• Being Prepared• Effective Communication• Independent Time Management• Responsibility of Knowledge
Being PreparedBeing Prepared
I bring in my homework.I have my materials.I keep my work space neat and organized.I know what is expected of me in my school and classroom.I come to school on time.I have had a good night’s rest and am ready to think and work.
Effective CommunicationEffective Communication
I ask my teacher questions.I ask my classmates questions.I ask questions not only when I don’t understand, but also to encourage deeper thinking.My questions and responses are thoughtful.I listen to what others are saying so I can respond back.I use polite words to offer suggestions and critiques.
Independent Time Management
Independent Time Management
I know what to do so I am NEVER wasting valuable learning time.I know how to use an appropriate voice level for different places and activities.I make appropriate choices for myself.I help my classmates get back on track when
they lose focus.I am accepting of others’ help when I lose focus.
Responsibility of Knowledge
Responsibility of Knowledge
I study my notes.I independently follow through on assignments even when I’m not being directly monitored.I ask questions about things that I don’t understand.I make sure I share what I know with my classmates.I follow instructions as they are given.
HOME WORK EVERY NIGHT
- READ AT HOME!!!!!– Just Right books = books on their level!
- MATH FLUENCY!!!!!
Standardized Testing Percentile
Number of Minutes Read
at home
99 60 minutes
75 45 minutes
60 30 minutes
30 15 minutes
10 6 minutes
5 0 minutes
Homework Log Name Week of:
Subject Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Reading
-Read at least 30 minutes (reading log) -Study WWW
-Read at least 30 minutes (reading log) -Study WWW
-Read at least 30 minutes (reading log) -Study WWW
-Read at least 30 minutes (reading log) -Study WWW
-Read at least 30 minutes (reading log) -Study WWW
Writing
Math
-Study math f acts -Study math f acts -Study math f acts -Study math f acts -Study math f acts
Social Studies
Science
Reminders
Parent Signature
Reading Log Name:
Monday:
Title: ___________________________________________________ A uthor: _________________________________________
Genre: _______________________ M inutes Read: _________ Parent Signature: _________________________________
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Tuesday:
Title: ___________________________________________________ A uthor: _________________________________________
Genre: _______________________ M inutes Read: _________ Parent Signature: _________________________________
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Wednesday:
Title: ___________________________________________________ A uthor: _________________________________________
Genre: _______________________ M inutes Read: _________ Parent Signature: _________________________________
………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
Thursday:
Title: ___________________________________________________ A uthor: _________________________________________
Genre: _______________________ M inutes Read: _________ Parent Signature: _________________________________
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Friday:
Title: ___________________________________________________ A uthor: _________________________________________
Genre: _______________________ M inutes Read: _________ Parent Signature: _________________________________
How do students earn their grades
Homework A LOT OF HELP-Family members-Teachers-peers
20%
Formative Assessment
SOME HELP (Question Driven)-Family Members
-Teachers-Peers
30%
Summative Assessment
NO HELPIndependent 50%
Grading Scale
A = 93 – 100% (Exceed)
B = 85 – 92% (Above)
C = 77 – 84% (Meet)
D = 70 – 76% (Below)
F = 0 - 69% (Far Below)
Teacher Requests• Please set up appointments in advance.
• Please speak directly to the teacher when you have any questions and concerns.
• Please attend all report card pick ups and additional requested conferences in order to assure the best possible student success.
Important Websites• www.lara.cps.edu• www.isbe.net• www.parcconline.org• www.nwea.org• www.corestandards.org• www.engageny.org