Continuation, as well as expansion, of each student's math skills is developed through better understanding and ability to apply math concepts in every day life. All students are exposed to problem solving in a variety of situations, such as collection and interpretation of data, graphing, and the use of manipulatives to build the understanding of math concepts. This is also the introductory year for multiplication and division skills. Science and Social Studies are taught as alternating units. Tests are used in both areas as part of the assessment process.
Students participate weekly in activities and skills for their age.
Students are exposed to art instruction and development for half the school year. The report card used for grades three, four, and five utilizes a letter grade system. Understanding the significance of letter grades is a new skill for third graders. Homework is usually assigned Monday through Thursday and due the following day, unless it is a long range assignment. To help students develop organizational skills, third graders use a three ring notebook, folders, and a weekly assignment sheet.