mrs. tabuya’s 3 rd grade class

Mrs. Tabuya’s 3rd Grade Class2014 - 2015

My family

Joe, Koula (11), Malie (8), and Makena (4).

• Moved here in 2008 from Maui, Hawaii.

• I love music, singing, reading, chocolate, and being with my family and of course, TEACHING

A little about me…

• B.S. in Elementary Education from MSU

• Currently working on my M.S. in Literacy from MSU

• 1st year at East as a 3rd grade teacher. Previous experience in teaching preschool.

What’s with all the birds?

• Wedding story

• Transition year

• Learning is fun!

A few things to discuss…

• I need to know how your child is getting home each day.• Need note if plans change

• Pick up tags are with Mrs. English in the cafeteria

• Red communication folder ($2.00)• How we will send homework home and notes from school.

• Please check every evening

Communication

I believe our communication is essential to a great school year for each child. There are several easy ways we can keep in touch.

1. Remind text or email2. Reading the newsletter3. Email me: racheltabuya@mail.Ozark.k12.mo.us4. Call me at school 417.582.5906 ext 36235. Schedule an appointment before or after school6. Notes in the red communication folder7. Parent teacher conferences8. Parent volunteer

Remind

• Remind text or email

• My website http://ozark.k12.mo.us/Domain/4

• Sign up for Remind

• Newsletter

• Resources

A few thoughts on homework…

• 20 minutes of reading every evening.

• Five finger rule for difficulty

• Math

Before you leave, please…

• Meet me!

• Schedule your parent/teacher conference time

• Sign up for class party (not a requirement)

• Let me know your child’s t-shirt size

• $2.00 for red folder

• Let me know how your child is getting home

• Give me your current email address

Thank you for coming tonight!

Your support means a lot! Please see me with any questions you may have.