Begin With the End in Mind: Goal Setting

Today the students learned  the habit of Begin With the End in Mind. For this habit,students plan ahead and set goals.  They do things that have meaning and make a difference.  They learned they are an important part of their classroom and learn to contribute to their school's mission and vision, and to look for ways to be a good citizen.The students listened to the book, Miss Rumphius.  Miss Rumphius had three goals to accomplish in her lifetime.  One important goal was to make a difference in the world.  The students  and Mrs. Guenther wrote goals to make a difference at our school community.  These are the following goals:
I will make a difference in the world by
recognizing students' successes in class with smiles, certificates and positive compliments;
respecting students;
helping students, when they need help;
being fair and consistent in expectations and consequences;
having faith that all students can learn;
listening and understanding students' points of views;
creating interesting and engaging learning activities for students.
Mrs. Guenther

I will make a difference by
being friendly;
help the younger kids;
block out distractions.
Charli

I will make a difference by
being an AV helper in the classroom;
participating in student council;
being joyful.
Matthew

I will make a difference by
contributing. Share my ideas with the group in class;
be friendly.
Natasha

I will make  a difference by
respecting everyone at Price Lab;
be responsible for my messes;
be caring to everyone;
be fair, trustworthy, and honest;
participate in my class.
Lauryn

I will make a difference by
being an AV helper in class;
share my ideas with the class;
be in student council.
Katie

I will make a difference by
share stories with the group;
help others in math;
help in the garden.
Samaria

I will make a difference by
participating in class;
working during work time;
clean the room.
Sofie

I will make a difference by
being in student council;
share my ideas,
be engaged in learning in the classroom.
Rosie


I will make a difference by
being proactive;
don't be a bully;
be joyful;
share my ideas  with the group.
Jacob

I will make a difference by
planting flowers;
recycle;
start a compost;
always do my best;
help water plants.
Ema

I will make a difference by
being in student council;
be good in class;
pay attention in class;
be a class greeter.
Kyler

I will make a difference by
being the best I can be;
using my own words;
reaching my goals;
being somewhere I can concentrate;
making good choices in life;
eating healthy;
being prepared;
getting things done before they are due.
Sophia

Welcome

Welcome! Third grade is an important grade for students.  You will be amazed at your child's growth this year on many levels.  This blog is designed so that we can share what's happening in our classroom with our family and friends.  Join us on our third grade journey.

I enjoyed meeting the families during conferences. I enjoyed learning about your children.  The partnership between families and the teacher is significant to the academic success of the students.  I look forward to an exciting and interesting new year.

The first day of school, each student received a welcome poem:
Welcome to Third Grade!
The items in this bag have special meanings:
The smiley face is to remind you that our room is full of kind words and warm feelings.
The penny means you are valuable and special.
The chocolate kiss is to comfort you if you are sad.
The sticker is to remind you we all stick together and help each other.
The star is to remind you to shine and always try your best.
The eraser is to remind you that we all make mistakes, and that you can always begin again.
The tissue is to help dry someone's tears.
The life saver is to remind you that you can always count on me if you need to talk.