Dear Third Grade Parents,

As we march into the month of March, we have some important dates and updates to share with you regarding our classroom activities and events.

Academic Highlights:

In Writing, we will continue to explore persuasive writing techniques to express our thoughts and opinions effectively.
Our Grammar lessons will focus on different kinds of verbs, helping students understand the function of action verbs, linking verbs and helping verbs in sentences.
In History, we will dive into the fascinating world of North American explorers, learning about their adventures and contributions.
In Science, we are wrapping up our unit on weather and will soon embark on a new journey exploring forces, including those related to light and sound.
In Math, get ready for an exciting unit on fractions! Keep an eye out for a letter home with a sneak peek at what we'll be learning.

Literature:

We're thoroughly enjoying our read-aloud sessions of Trumpet of the Swan by E.B. White and look forward to more engaging discussions.
Please ensure your child has their copy of The Little Prince by Antoine de Saint-Exupéry by April 15th for our upcoming literary exploration.

Academic Skills:

Across all subjects, we are focusing on enhancing reading comprehension and fostering thoughtful responses through our Close Reading strategies and RACE responses (Restate, Answer, Cite, Explain).

Important Dates:

Spring Break: March 11th-15th (No School)
Art Show: March 22nd from 5-7 pm. We invite you to join us and celebrate the artistic talents of our students.
Grandparents Day 2nd and 3rd Grade: March 26th. We look forward to welcoming grandparents to our classroom for a special day.
Holiday Reminders: March 29th is Good Friday, and Easter Monday falls on April 1st (provided we don't have any bad weather days between now and then). 🐰

Thank you:

A special thank you to all the parent chaperones who joined us on our field trip to the Witte and parents who sent in water and coolers! Our third graders had a “dino-mite” time learning through play and we could not have done it without you!
Thank you to all third grade parents for partnering with us to create a supportive learning environment where our scholar’s can thrive!

If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out. Let's make March a month filled with learning, exploration, and fun!

Warmly,

GHNO Third Grade Team 🌻

Dear Third Grade Parents,

As we embark on another exciting week of learning adventures, I wanted to provide you with a glimpse of what's ahead and some important dates and reminders to mark on your calendars.

Week at a Glance:

Math: This week, we will be kicking off our unit on time. Students will dive into how to tell time on an analogue clock and how to calculate elapsed time.

Literature: Our literary journey continues as we delve into the timeless classic, "The Jungle Book" by Rudyard Kipling. Through this captivating story, students will explore themes of friendship, courage, and identity.

History: In our history lessons, we will continue our exploration of the fascinating world of the Vikings. Students will learn about their culture, traditions, and contributions to history.

Important Dates and Reminders:

STAAR Interim Tests:

Monday, February 5th: STAAR Interim Field Test (Practice Session)
Wednesday, February 7th: STAAR Interim Math Test
Monday, February 12th: STAAR Interim Reading Test

Viking Celebration:

Thursday, February 8th: Students will engage in fun and educational activities related to Viking culture. We still have a few supplies left on the sign-up genius. Your contributions are greatly appreciated.

Friendship Day and Family Game Night:

Friday, February 9th: We will celebrate Friendship Day followed by Family Game Night. Families are invited to join us for an evening of games and camaraderie.

Parent Open House:

Tuesday, February 20th - Thursday, February 23rd: Mark your calendars for our Parent Open House days. Parents will have the opportunity to observe classroom activities and gain insight into their child's learning experience.

Signups for Parent Open House will be sent out on Monday, January 29th, and will close on February 13th.

Field Trip to the Witte Museum:

Thursday, February 29th: Our field trip to the Witte Museum is on the horizon. The deadline to sign up your scholar for the field trip and order lunch is February 15th.

We still have a few supplies left on the sign-up genius. Your contributions are greatly appreciated!

As you can see we've got a lot ahead of us! As always, if you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out to us. Thank you for your continued support and enthusiasm for your scholar's educational journey!

Warm regards,