welcome to back to school night!!

Mrs. Deniz & Ms. Evans

TODAY’S AGENDA

IntroductionCommon Core State StandardsCurriculumHomework PoliciesGrading Scale Classroom Management

Mrs. DenizI was born in Turkey and have been living

here in the United States for more than a decade.

I am married and mother of two sweet daughters, Sarah and Safiya.

This is my second year with Coral Academy of Science and eighth year in teaching. 

 I have my Masters degree in Elementary Education emphasizing Gifted Education from Arizona State University.

I am coaching the (A STEM) club.

Miss Evans-Originally from Sparks, NV-Attended UNLV for Bachelor’s Degree-Currently attending ACE for Master’s degree in Curriculum and Instruction with a focus on literacy-3rd year at CASLV

Common Core State StandardsThe Common Core State Standards provide a consistent,

clear understanding of what students are expected to learn, so teachers and parents know what they need to do to help them. The standards are designed to be robust and relevant to the real world, reflecting the knowledge and skills that our young people need for success in college and careers. With American students fully prepared for the future, our communities will be best positioned to compete successfully in the global economy.

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Math CurriculumSaxon mathDaily math class schedule Homework“ixl.com” once a week.No homework on ThursdayLearn Zillion.comTest and Assessments

Cumulative tests (each 5 lessons )

Benchmarks (each set of 20 lessons)

End-of-Course-Exam (end of the year)

Math Curriculum ONLINE MATH PROGRAM*IXL.COM*

IXL features comprehensive coverage of math curriculum from pre-K to algebra, students receive unlimited access to all grade levels. Whether they need a challenge or just a quick review, students will always have access to skills that meet their needs. Also, question-specific explanations offer immediate feedback and valuable instruction for all.

Science Curriculum HOUGHTON-MIFFLIN SCIENCE PROGRAMThe three main areas of science that will be covered are Life Science, Earth Science and Physical Science. Nevada standards for third grade science include the study of Scientific Method, and the History of science.Plants and animals, the solar system, how the earth is formed, and energy, force and motion.DAILY SCIENCE CLASS SCHEDULEScientist’s JournalHands-on activities, Projects, Web quest,Test or QuizScience Fair

Reading CurriculumStorytown: Grade 4 Text

Tests on FridaysWeekly written response

Interactive reading notebooks: will be gradedReading Logs: 20 mins every night at least

Due on MONDAYS“Book Clubs”-flexible ability grouping

Assignments must be followed exactly

Writing Curriculum

Students will participate in writer’s workshopExpected to keep an active writer’s notebook

Note-takingQuarterly goal settingGraphic organizers“Writing Process”

Social StudiesCoral Academy uses the Communities

textbook and curriculumFocus on relationships, current events, and

community awarenessIntegrate with core subjects as much as

possibleExpect additional research or projects to be

completed at home

HomeworkLate work will be accepted ONE DAY

LATE for HALF CREDIT. Students are responsible for tracking

assignmentsPlease make sure that your child is

completing their homework on timeFor weekly homework schedule- check

website/plannershttps://sites.google.com/a/

coralacademylv.org/mrs-deniz-s-third-grade/http://www.schoolrack.com/kevansgrade3/

Grading PolicyGrades will be based on a “points-earned”

systemAll weekly tests will be worth 100 pointsBenchmark , end-of-course, and other exams may

be worth moreCoral uses the PowerSchool online grade book

If you are returning to the school this year, username and password are the same

If you are new to the Coral family, a username and password will be sent to you with the progress reports on September 14th

Token systemTeaches economyFive tokens each weekWill be paid for classroom jobsStudents may need to pay for their choicesCan always earn extra BONUS tokens!Can purchase “game day, rent a seat, teacher

provided lunch, homework pass, and more…..” during quarterly shopping days

Classroom ExpectationsOne rule:

“You are free to engage in any activity that does not cause a problem for you or anyone else.”

If a student chooses to break the class rule, there will be consequences…these apply to one classroom period at a time.

First time: Verbal WarningSecond Time: Lose one tokenThird time: Lose two tokens (Lose 5

minutes of recess)Fourth time:  Lose recessFifth Time: Note home/office referral if

necessary

We highly appreciate your assistance in our classroom.Please sign-up if you would like to volunteer.Please check our websites at least every Monday(you will find the direct link below our email signatures)Make sure that you pack snack and lunch for your students.If you have any concerns or question, feel free to e-mail us at any time.