Study Island Assignments 05/08/2012
I have assigned many Study Island assignments for the students. They are working on them in class as part of our preparation for the EOG's. The students are also encouraged to work on them at home...the more practice, the better the outcome! May 13th is the due date since the EOG's are next week. If your child does not complete all of the assignments, it is okay. I understand students work at different paces. The assignments that are out there complete the NC standard course of study for Math and Reading for 3rd grade. The more they do, the better prepared they will be! :) Add Comment Progress Reports 05/08/2012
Please look at Teacher Ease for your child's progress report and sign his/her agenda to let me know you have reviewed it with your child. If your child is failing a subject(s), you will receive a physical progress report to sign and return. Please note any missing work your child may have, and encourage him/her to complete it and turn it in. Turning in completed classwork, homework, and Study Island assignments on time reflects in the students' grades. We have been working all year on being responsible, which includes not losing assignments and turning assignments in on time. As the school year winds down, I want to make sure the students stay focused and finish the year strong. Third quarter was our best yet, but we would like to make fourth quarter even better!! Third Grade News 04/24/2012
Hello! Here is a look at our week: In math we are learning about Data Analysis and Probability. We are focusing on permutations (when the order of possible outcomes matters), combinations (when the order does not matter), and tree diagrams (used to find permutations and combinations). We are also conducting surveys and using the data to create pictographs. On Friday, the students will take a Probability and Analysis Test. In language arts we are learning how to recognize different genres of literature, focusing on Realistic fiction, Science fiction, Historical fiction, Non-fiction, Fantasy, Poetry, & Mystery. The class is working in groups to create movie posters for each genre. We will also be comparing and contrasting information using thinking maps and well-known stories. The students will be finishing their cursive writing booklets this week - they have worked so hard!! In social studies we are finishing our unit on Change in Communities. We are also creating in-class mosaic art projects on different elements of Peru, our sister country, for the International Festival. Junior Achievement: The students will finish their last unit in JA this week. A BIG "THANK YOU" goes out to Mrs. Seifert for coordinating and teaching these lessons. The students have really enjoyed them (and the yummy treats)!! Homework: Math: Weekly homework sheet due Friday; possible nightly homework due the following day to reinforce what we are learning LA: Weekly homework sheet due Friday Reading: Please encourage your child to read AT LEAST 20 minutes each night and fill out their reading log! Spelling: Study spelling words each night; Test Friday Study Island: Math & LA assignments have been assigned for the week Have an awesome week! :) P.S. The International Festival is this Saturday, April 28th from 10-2 pm here at CIS!! The International committee is looking for students who would like to participate in the Parade of Nations and/or perform at the festival. If your child would like to participate, please fill out a form in the main office. The class with the most participants in the Parade of Nations will win a free casual dress day! :) The International Festival is this Saturday, April 28th from 10am-2pm. Third Grade News 04/17/2012
Hello third grade families! I hope you all had a wonderful spring break! Here's a quick look at our week: In math we are continuing our unit on Probability. The Study Island assignment is on probability for added practice. In language arts we are learning about Facts and Opinions. The Study Island assignment is on facts and opinions for added practice. In social studies we are continuing our unit on "Change". We are investigating how food, clothing, shelter, technology, etc. has changed over time. Homework: Math: Weekly homework sheet due Friday; possible nightly homework due the following day to reinforce what we are learning LA: Weekly homework sheet due Friday Reading: Please encourage your child to read AT LEAST 20 minutes each night and fill out their reading log! Spelling: Study spelling words each night; Test Friday Study Island: Math and LA Study Island assignments due Sunday Other News: Fun Run - If your child collected contributions, please make sure they turn them in. Thank you for the generous contributions - the children did a fantastic job and had fun too!! Earth Day - Wednesday, April 18th (see separate email for reminders). Have a great week! Kari Potts :) P.S. THERE WILL BE NO TUTORING THIS WEEK! Please pick-up your child during regular carpool on Thursday. Thank you! Earth Day Reminders 04/17/2012
A few reminders for Earth Day - Wednesday, April 18th: Please DO NOT send laptops to school on Wednesday. Students may wear a green shirt and jeans. Bring a raincoat in case it rains. Bring a beach towel or yoga mat. Pack locally grown food in lunch box - optional. Parents who volunteered to help on Earth Day (thank you!!!): Please park in the gravel lot. Sign in at the office and fill out a name tag to wear. Bring a lunch. Let's hope for sunny weather for Earth Day!! :) Supplies Needed - Pencils!! 04/17/2012
We are completely out of extra pencils for the students. If you are able to, please send in a box of pencils for the class to share. The students are constantly needing extra pencils! Thank you!!! Earth Day Week Reminders 04/03/2012
Earth Day Week Reminders: Turn-in date for photo contest: April 5th Turn-in date for recycled art contest: April 18th (not before) Earth Spirit Week April 16-20th: Monday-wear recycled accessories Tuesday-wear wildlife or habitat t-shirt (with uniform pants) Wednesday-Earth Day-wear a green shirt and jeans Thursday-wear an environmental slogan (with uniform pants) Friday- wear nature-made or inspired accessories Every class will try for only 1 bag of trash for the week. Earth Day activities: Used book sale, non-powered toy swap, uniform swap, announcement of winners of contests, presenters from outside environmental organizations. Reading EOG Parent Workshop 04/03/2012
Parent night for Reading EOG's in Grades 3-5 April 4th from 5:30-7:00 in Amy Fitchett's Room Presenter: Amy Fitchett, 4th grade teacher Believe it or not, the end of the year is looming, and with that come the EOGs. Many parents wonder how they can help their child feel successful, and perform his or her best. On April 4, at 5:30 pm , Mrs. Fitchett (fourth grade teacher), will be offering a workshop on reading skills and strategies for the EOGs for parents of students in grades 3- 5 in her classroom. Mrs. Fitchett will give an overview of simple strategies your child can (and should) use to help be successful, as well as providing resources where your child can get additional practice in preparation for this sometimes anxiety producing test. All are welcome! Third Grade News 04/02/2012
Hello third grade families! I hope you all had a fabulous weekend! I am on "vacation" this week, but the children are in good hands with Mrs. Aranyi (our former art teacher). I will be checking my email periodically, so if you need to reach me, that's the best way. Here's a quick look at our week: In math we are learning about Probability. The students will solve probability problems using data and simple probability concepts. In language arts we are learning about Author's Purposes (inform, persuade, entertain). Students will decide what the Author's Purpose is for a specific piece of writing, and create their own writing, given a distinct purpose. In social studies we are starting our unit on "Change". Students will discover how communities change over time. Homework: Math: Weekly homework sheet due Friday; possible nightly homework due the following day to reinforce what we are learning LA: Weekly homework sheet due Friday Reading: Please encourage your child to read AT LEAST 20 minutes each night and fill out their reading log! Students should turn in their signed March reading logs by Wednesday. Spelling: Study spelling words each night; Test Friday Study Island: No Study Island this week. Other News: Rocket Ryan visited our classroom last week for the "Get Off My Back!" program. The students really enjoyed this hands-on science workshop. It was a great way to end our unit on Bones and Muscles! The Fun Run was a huge success and so much fun! Thank you to all the parents who helped out! If your child collected donations/pledges, the monies are due by Friday, April 6th. Have a great Spring Break!!! Kari Potts P.S. THERE WILL BE NO TUTORING THIS WEEK! Please pick-up your child during regular carpool on Thursday. Thank you! |
Mrs. Potts 3rd Grade
