9/2-9/6 Third Grade Newsletter

Dear Third grade Families,

Praying that everyone is having a fun and blessed weekend!. Here is all the information that you and your child will need for this week, 9/2-9/6. Please make sure to read all important information to avoid questions that are clearly stated on all emails/ reminders. I would greatly appreciate it! If you missed my email last week, you can check out my school blog; http://www.stanthonygardena.org/third-grade/

Monday, 9/2

It’s Labor Day on Monday, no school! Enjoy your 3-day weekend!

BACK TO SCHOOL NIGHT

Wednesday, 9/4, at 6:30pm in the Hall for all parents/guardians. CHILDCARE IS NOT AVAILABLE during the meeting, so please plan to keep your children at home, or they must stay with you at all times. Vicki Marsha Uniform will be on campus that night in Rm 5 from 4:30-6pm. We will have two sessions of information in the classrooms to accommodate those with multiple children: 7pm–7:25 pm and 7:30pm-7:55pm. The meeting ends promptly at 8pm. Non-participation will result in a $50 fine so please send at least one parent to attend this meeting. 

Make-up test policy (from 3^rd grade syllabus)

Please email me if your child will be staying after school to make up missed tests. Failure to communicate with me in advance will result in your child receiving an NI (Needs Improvement) on their missed tests. All make-up tests will be conducted on Make-Up Mondays (or Tuesdays if there is no school on Monday), and these sessions are by appointment only. Please note that we have BIG tests every Thursday and Friday.

If your child is sick, I recommend providing a doctor’s note to excuse the absence. Parents are responsible for ensuring their child is prepared to take the missed tests.

Communicating with Mrs. Do

As we kick off this school year, I want to emphasize the importance of open and honest communication between us, parents and teachers.

If you ever find that your child is struggling to meet homework deadlines or facing any personal concerns that may affect their academic performance, please don’t hesitate to reach out to me. I understand that life can be unpredictable, and I am here to support your child’s educational journey. Together, we can find solutions to address any challenges they may face.

Additionally, I encourage you to share any comments or feedback you may have about me. Constructive feedback helps me continuously improve my teaching methods and ensures that I provide the best educational experience for your child.

Everyday MUST haves
Every day, students MUST bring the following to school. This is part of their daily school materials.

1. Homework folder
2. Student Planner
3. Fully charged iPad & headset

*Third Grade Angels Chapter book is needed for this week. Make sure your child brings this to school starting Tuesday.

Graded test papers

On Tuesday, I will be sending home checked and graded test papers from our Friday assessments. Please take time to go over them with your child, sign and return it by Wednesday.

Homework

Every day, your child will write all their homework list in their student planner. This must be signed and returned every day. Use the planner to keep track of your child’s daily assignments. I recommend following the daily schedule provided, it will help the students manage their activities better.

Homework Procedures (from 3^rd grade syllabus)

Homework assignments are given to provide practice for what we are learning in class. It teaches your child responsibility and good study habits. You should help your child with homework and work together to check for accuracy. Remember you are not to do their work for them; you are there to support them as needed. 

1. VOCABULARY Practice

Activities are due every Thursday by 8pm on Google classroom. Students must practice it daily. 1 activity per day.  The vocabulary list and activity menu are in your child’s homework folder.  

• Into Math Homework Practice

We will use the Into Math Homework book as our homework for Math. I will assign the pages every day, you will see the pages on the planner. Students will complete two math workbook pages from the book (that corresponds to the lesson taught in class that day). Please avoid doing the pages in advance. Please make it a habit with your child of reading the instructions before answering each question.

1. Students MUST RIP out the pages assigned for the day
2. They MUST write their  FIRST NAME, LAST NAME, DATE AND NUMBER on each page.
3. Students should staple each homework page together and in order to avoid misplacing it.  (with Monday’s assignment on top)
4. Students will submit their MATH homework pages EVERY FRIDAY in the homework bin. DO NOT SUBMIT IN GOOGLE CLASSROOM.

*Math tests and quizzes will occur in the middle and end of each chapter

• ELA spelling worksheet

ELA spelling practice worksheet will be placed in your child’s homework folder. This is due every Friday. Do NOT submit on Google classroom. Students are responsible for submitting this in our homework bin. Kindly make sure that your child follows the directions in each daily activity.

Focus of the Week

• Math: Understanding Multiplication and Area, Multiplications Facts of 1 & 2
• Reading: Third Grade Angels
• Word Study: Syllables/ VCCV
• Grammar: Subject & Predicate
• Religion: Parts of the Bible, Faith fact, Hail Mary
• Social Studies: California Introduction
• Science: Objects & Motion

Tests

• Third Grade Angels
• Hail Mary (fill in the blanks)
• VCCV assessment
• Social studies week 1 lesson

Amazon Wishlist

As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share a wonderful opportunity to further enhance our classroom experience. I created an Amazon Wishlist with carefully selected items that will greatly benefit our students’ education journey. You may check out the link below.

Hi! Help me build this list I created. Add your favorite items!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/dl/invite/h3zedkJ?ref_=wl_share

UPCOMING EVENTS
School calendar can be found (clicking here)

• Sept 3-October 11– Fall Chocolate Fundraiser 
• Sept 2 – Labor Day Holiday, NO SCHOOL!  
• Sept 3 – Chocolates delivered to school at 6am. Pick up your candies early and start selling them today!
• Sept 4 – Back to School Night, K-8, 6:30 pm-8pm in the Hall. Come early to sign in for credit and pick up your chocolates in the Hall. This is the first of three mandatory parent meetings throughout the year. Non-participation will result in a $50 fine every time, per the tuition contract you each signed. Raffle drawing for $100 gas card at 6:30pm if you picked up candies early
• Sept 4 – Vicki Marsha Uniform on Campus in Rm 5 from 4-6:30pm
• Sept 9 – Fall Chocolate monies due if you want to qualify for Trojan Drawing #1 on 9/12
• Sept 12 – Trojan Drawing #1 outside by St. Jude statue at 1pm
• Sept 15 – Catechetical Sunday, all families welcome! 11am Mass, First Mandatory Bake Sale 
• Sept 19 – FALL School Picture Day 8:30-10:30! (Wear your complete Formal Mass Uniforms with white blouses and Oxford shirts, cardigans, vests, and ties for Yearbook photos) 

Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you have any questions or concerns. I will try my best to respond to you as soon as I can.

Thank you & God Bless!

Warmly, 
Mrs. Do