Incoming SDGVA 3rd Grader

Reading
DRA Level 30 or higher
Make appropriate predictions to a text (DRA level 30)
Reads fluently at least 100 words per minute
Able to write at least a paragraph that connects to the text given
Able to read independently for at least 20 minutes in one session

Writing
Able to write complete sentences with consistent capital letters and appropriate ending punctuation.
Able to write at least a paragraph on the same topic
Know synonyms, antonyms, homophones, homographs and syllables

Math
Know all basic addition and subtractions facts fluently
Multiplication facts memorized for 2’s, 3s, 4s, 5s, 6s, 7s, 8s, 9s, 10s
Able to regroup 3 digit numbers in addition and subtraction
Recognize, write and understand place value to a thousand
Round place value to a thousand
Write expanded form to a thousand
Tell time

Behaviors
Sit quietly and listen for at least 15-20 minutes
Work independently for at least 25-30 minutes
Trusted to work at a center independently
Follow directions the first time given