Welcome to Third Grade!!!
2023-2024 School Year
Dear Third Grade Families,
Hello! We wanted to provide an opportunity to speak to our families about the transition from Second to Third Grade. We will be honest to say that this is a challenging transition for most students going into this grade level. Students will be challenged to be more independent, read more complex texts with a focus on writing and responding to that text. The students will begin learning how to multiply and divide, along with learning fractions. However, we find that once we build their stamina and resiliency during the first month to complete tasks and assignments, it will allow this transition to occur smoothly. The teachers have extensive experience and will support your student(s) during this transition, along with your help supporting and encouraging your child(ren) as they attend daily.
We are so excited for this coming year and cannot wait to meet your child! Listed are ways to connect with the expectations of third grade and what you can do this summer to ensure a smooth transition into this grade level. Have a great summer and see you in the Fall!
Third Grade Teachers
Hello! My name is Tim Bradford and I teach 3rd grade math and science. This is my 30th year of teaching, the last 21 years have been right here at Violet Elementary. My wife (a reading teacher for Newark City Schools) and I have two wonderful children. Josh is a graduate student at Ohio State, and Elizabeth is a junior at Heath High School. In my free time I enjoy traveling to various National Parks, hiking trails with my family.
Hello, I’m Ms. Dixon. I grew up in Pittsburgh and I've been teaching since 2001. While growing up, I knew that I wanted to become a teacher. After countless hours of playing school when I was younger, I pursued a degree in elementary education when I began attending college at The University of Pittsburgh. I completed my Master in Education at the university as well. I’ve taught Preschool, 2nd, 4th, 5th and now 3rd grade.
I am all about hands-on learning and giving each child what they need to grow. I believe in challenging children when appropriate but also providing support needed for them to feel successful. I want everyone to feel important!
I am very excited to be your child's teacher this year! I look forward to working with your family this year!
Reading and Writing
Math
Violet Elementary School
Email: dee_copas@plsd.us
Website: https://www.pickerington.k12.oh.us/violet-elementary/
Location: 8855 Education Drive, Pickerington, OH, USA
Phone: (614)-548-1500
Facebook: facebook.com/SuperVioletES
Twitter: @VioletElem