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Jennifer Durant
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This page is posted as a courtesy to help keep families informed about long-term assignments and notices sent home by the classroom teacher. All assignments, especially those posted, will have been introduced and reviewed several times before the written version is handed out. Therefore the post date of any assignment in no way compromises or negates your child's ability to complete an assignment well and on time. 


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3D TESTS NOTICE
Note that the social studies test has been postponed by one day because of the scheduled professional day.

Thursday, November 5
Massachusetts Map Test

Wednesday: Every week
Vocabulary and Story/Skills Comprehension

Friday: Every week
Spelling Test

PLEASE HELP YOUR CHILD STUDY 
A LITTLE EVERY NIGHT.

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REMINDERS

Wednesday, November 4 is a professional day. Wednesday November 11 is Veteran's  Day. There is no school on these days. 

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MONTHLY BOOK REPORT

November

Genre: Fantasy at a "just right" reading level
Required: Teacher must pre-approve each book choice


Students will be assigned a book on Friday, November 6 if a good choice has not been made. Substitutions will not be allowed once the teacher intervenes.

A book report format and rubric will be presented mid-November. 


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 HOMEWORK SCHEDULE

Monday spelling and vocabulary cards; read 20 minutes
Tuesday multiple choice MCAS; math; read 20 minutes
Wednesday spelling and math; read 20 minutes
Thursday short composition MCAS; math; read 20 minutes
Friday-Sat. read 20 minutes*
Long Term book reports beginning October
independent research projects

*Note that students needing more practice or those who have not finished the required classwork and/or homework will be expected to complete it over the weekend. Students are responsible for ensuring its completion.

All homework is due the following school day unless written otherwise by the teacher. 

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OLD NOTES 



Independent Reading Forms

Last week I sent home a sample Independent Reading Form. The children were supposed to explain it to you, but this has caused some confusion. I'd like to clarify. 
Many 3D children are not making "just right book" choices. They are not using the five finger test, which is a strategy designed to help children determine independently whether the book is at a good reading level for their reading ability (see the link above). They don't understand what they are reading or are frustrated reading what they selected. I am asking that families use this Independent Reading Form from now on--whenever a child chooses a new book--so that children begin to make better choices and become better readers. This will also help parents/guardians determine their child's reading level.
This week I will send home this letter and a sample set of questions to assist book discussions between parents/guardians and their child(ren). These questions are a tool to help you help your child to get the most out of reading. I will also send home a set of Independent Reading Forms to have on hand. Before your child begins a new book, fill out the top portion of the form. Then, when your child finishes the book, conduct a brief discussion with your child. Then both you and your child sign the form. Feel free to write any comments on the form as you see fit. 
Thank you for your cooperation. Together we can make a difference!


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OCTOBER BOOK REPORT


This month the book report consists of chapter summaries kept in a red marble composition book. It is best if  the summary is written immediately after reading it. It is much more difficult to do them all at once. If preferred, the book may be read through for enjoyment, then reread, writing the chapter summary after completing each chapter. The rubric is as follows:

RUBRIC FOR THE OCTOBER BOOK REPORT 


--4--     

•Summaries for all chapters are written. 

•Summaries consist of 2 to 4 sentences. 

•Only major plot elements are included. 

•Complete sentences are used. 

•Capitals and periods are used correctly. 


--3--     

•Summaries for all chapters are written. 

•Summaries consist of 2 to 6 sentences. 

•Most major plot elements are included, and some details 

are included. 

•Complete sentences are used, but some fragments and 

run-ons are included. 

•Capitals and periods are usually used correctly. 


--2-- 

•Summaries for all chapters are written. 

•Summaries are more like a retelling of the chapter. 

•Complete sentences are used inconsistently. Many run-ons 

and/or fragments appear. 

•Capitals and periods are used incorrectly and/or 

inconsistently. 


--1-- 

•Chapter summaries for most chapters are written 

and/or some chapters are combined (summary written 

for chapters 3 and 4 instead of on chapter each). 

•No attempt to use complete sentences is made. 

•Capitals and periods are used incorrectly and/or 

inconsistently. 


--0-- 

No attempt to complete the requirement was made, or

the writing is unclear, illegible, or incomprehensible.


Late book reports will not receive a grade of 4. 



Grade 3 Supply List

2009-2010

Students should bring these supplies on the first day of school. Some items may need to be replenished during the school year. Your child’s name should appear on the front of all individual items in bold, clear letters before sending them to school. Donations of any or all school supplies are greatly appreciated for those in need. Thanks!



QUANTITY

ITEM


QUANTITY

ITEM

5 or 6 boxes

12/box  #2 pencils (mechanical pencils prohibited)


1 each

Glue stick (purple that dries clear preferred)

1 box

Colored pencils (12+ per box)


1 each

Glue, white, small bottle (like Elmer’s)

1 box

Colored markers—thick and/or crayons (box of 8 or 10) 


1 each  (optional)

Pencil box to keep in desk—5- by 8- by 3-inches maximum size

1 each

Sharpie, black, extra fine


1 each 

Disposable camera

1 or 2 each

Eraser, large or box of pencil caps


1 each

Hand sanitizer, personal size container

2 each

Highlighter, yellow (additional colors prohibited)


2 each

Disinfectant wipes, hard plastic container

2 pkgs

Filler paper, 8”x10.5”, 150 pages      (wide-ruled with margin preferred)


1 each

Massachusetts map, paper (free at AAA with membership)

1 each

Scissors, blunt tip


1 each

Bottle, non-disposable for water

3 pkgs

Index cards, lined, 3”x5” or 4”x 6” 


5 each

Tissues, large box

6 pads

Post-It Notes, 4X4 (Post-It name brand preferred)


1 each

personal pencil sharpener

6 each

2-pocket folder; all different colors




 
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