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Welcome to

Ms. Pavlovic and Mrs. Lin

3-334 Teachers
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Agenda
• Next Generation Learning Standards and shifts
• NYS Assessments
• Content areas and curriculum
• Grade level enrichment
• P.S. 165 uniform policy
• Class Routines/flow of the day
• Weekly class specials
• Homework
• Contacting the teachers
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Next Generation Learning

Standards and Shifts
NYS Next Generation Learning Standards
• All of our curriculum and lessons are derived from the New York
State Next Generation Learning Standards. Parents can visit the
Engage NY website to access the third grade standards for ELA and
Math.
www.nysed.gov/next-generation-learning-standards
www.engageny.org
Standards Shifts - 2nd to 3rd Grade
• In 3rd grade, students are shifting from "learning to read" to
"reading to learn" and from "learning to write" to "writing to
communicate"
• 3rd grade contains more non-fiction and informative texts that
center upon Social Studies and Science topics
• These academic shifts will help them prepare for the NYS
assessments in ELA and Math in the Spring.
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NYS Assessments
• Starting in 3rd grade, students will be taking the New York
State ELA and Math exams.

2020 ELA Test: March 25-27, 2020

2020 Math Test: April 21-23, 2020

• The state has us provide Acuity and Benchmark Assessments

before the NY State Test. This also helps us track the students
growth and needs in order to prepare them.

• Please use the following website for more information about 3rd
grade testing, state standards and expectations:

http://schools.nyc.gov/ParentsFamilies/expectsuccess.htm
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Math Curriculum
Envisions Math
• This year, we will be using the Envisions curriculum
• Third grade is a very important year for mathematics. Learners will dive into
multiplication and division, becoming fluent in facts
• Students will use their understanding of number and operations to solve real
world multi-step problems.
• As the year advances, students will use their understanding of numbers to
represent fractions, determine measurement and calculate elapsed time.
• Third graders are also introduced to measurement using perimeter, area and
volume.
• Third grade focuses on conceptual understanding using diagrams, accountable
conversation, explanations and representations to demonstrate their
understanding.
Each night the students
should be studying their
multiplication facts. It is
important that these facts
are memorized and become
fluent!
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Writer's Workshop

Enduring Understanding/Big Ideas:

• Third graders grow as writers as they write more structured
and complex texts.
• They will use their notebooks to generate ideas and collect
thoughts.
• Third graders will work through the workshop model,
developing a deep understanding of the “writing process”,
drafting, revising and publishing texts within different genres.
• Third grade studies narrative, persuasive and informational
writing.
• In third grade, students continue to become more comfortable
with technology using computers to research and publish texts.
• Writing stamina is a big focus this year - we work on building
stamina by writing independently for longer periods of time
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Ready Gen- Reading

Enduring Understanding/Big Ideas:

• Third grade students will be using the skills acquired in earlier grades to
develop their comprehension and become more independent readers.
• Third grade reading will focus on teaching kids how to think, talk and write
about what they read in deeper and more detailed ways using critical thinking.
• Students are encouraged to develop independent points of view that are
substantiated by text evidence.
• Reading stamina is built by reading more which develops their fluency and
vocabulary. Readers learn problem solving strategies to support independent
comprehension.
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Fountas & Pinnell Reading Levels

Students' reading levels are assessed three times a year. This
chart shows grade appropriate reading levels and the progress
expected throughout the year. Towards the end of the year,
independent reading levels are taken into consideration for
promotion to the next grade level.
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Amplify -Science
Third grade science is supported by the Mrs. Gottlieb, third grade classroom
teachers and the Amplify Science curriculum. Through this curriculum,
students will learn concepts across the disciplines of Life Science, Earth and
Space Science, Physical Science , and Engineering Design.
 
Together, the units address 100% of the Next Generation Science Standards
for grades K-8 and a significant number of the Common Core State Standards
for English Language Arts, Literacy in Science and Technical Subjects, and
Math. Every unit in the curriculum has hands-on materials to allow students to
roll up their sleeves and conduct hands-on investigations. Each lesson also
incorporates literacy elements such as reading informative texts and writing
detailed scientific explanations in response to research and investigations.
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Social Studies

Third grade social studies is supported by the NYC Passports Curriculum.

Through this curriculum, students will develop an understanding of global
communities, culture, geography, language, technology and growth of civilization
overtime. Students begin with a study of geography, learning map skills.
Third graders will then explore various cultures including China, Nigeria and
Peru. Students will be investigating cultures through case studies involving
research and analysis. 
Key Points:
• Focus on global and historical communities
• Identifying the connection between culture and environment.
• Study and use maps to gain a deeper understanding of how geography impacts a
community
• Develop an understanding how communities establish economic systems
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Tae Kwon Do - Grade Level

Enrichment
Much More than “Kicking & Punching!”
Although many people think the martial arts are just about fighting, the
truth is that the physical “kicking and punching” are really just the “tools”
that are used to teach the more important, and MUCH more valuable
lessons about “yourself”.
Through the practice of physical self-defense skills, students follow a
blueprint for a successful life based on discipline, focus, and perseverance. 

Korea Taekwondo-
KTKD has become a
landmark of Flushing
martial arts!
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P.S. 165 Uniform Policy

Suggested Retail Providers:

Cookies Uniform Store  166-21 Jamaica Ave (718) 291-7700 
Old Navy 159-18 Jamaica Ave.  (718) 297-2511
Target 4024 College Point Blvd. (347) 532-9942
Cookies Uniform Store- offers 10% off when you use the code PS165 in the
store or online. 

Please note there are many options available online as well. If you have any
questions, please contact Mrs Trina Jacobs, Parent Coordinator
(718)263-4004 or tjacobs6@schools.nyc.gov

Additionally, please look over our uniform policy by visiting the website below:

https://www.ps165q.net/home/policies  
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Class 3-334 Routines

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Class Specials

Monday: Gym (Ms. Young and Mr. Mashriqi)

Tuesday: Dance (Ms. Cody) / Theatre (Ms.
Handburger)
Wednesday: Gym (Ms. Young and Mr. Mashriqi)
Thursday: Technology (Mrs. Solomon and Mr.
DiGeorge
Friday: Science (Mrs. Gottlieb)
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3rd Grade
Expectations Include.....

Being more independent and flexible

Organized desk and materials

Complete homework every night to

your best ability

Participation during lessons

Asking questions

Completing your work the best you

can!
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• Homework is important! It is reinforcement of skills learned

in class.
• Homework is given on a daily basis. Assignments will also be given
over vacations.
• All homework can be found on our website:
ouracademicjourney.weebly.com

A Typical Night's HW
1. Reading: read for 30 minutes and log, skill practice OR
reading response
2. Writing, Social Studies, or Science
3. Math: workbook pages from the day's lesson
We try our best to check all the HW. There is
never enough time in the day to do everything. So
sometimes we will just check it for completion. If
you know your child is having trouble with it, please
help him/her and send us a note.
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Parents Have HW too!

1. Look in your child's homework notebook every night and review their
assignments with him/her.

2. Remove work that has been checked and save in a folder at home.

3. PLEASE sign all notices ASAP and return the next day!

4. Ask your child how his/her day was and what they learned in school.

5. Please send in absence note even if child is out for one day.

5. Our class and school motto is BE KIND, BE RESPECTFUL and BE

RESPONSIBLE! In 3rd grade the expectations are high!

TEAM 325!
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Communication is Key!!

We are always available to address any

issues or concerns you may have. Together,
we can ensure this school year is a
successful and positive one for your child.
There are several ways you can contact us:

1. Call the school - (718) 263-4004 and leave a message

for us
2. Send a note with your child in their take home folder
3. Contact us via Class Dojo - we try to respond in a
timely manner
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