9/16-9/20 Third Grade Newsletter

Dear Third Grade Families,

I hope everyone is well. Here’s a look at what’s coming up this week, 9/16-9/20. Please make sure to read all important information to avoid questions that are clearly stated on all emails. 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/

Catechetical Sunday, Sept 15

Please join us on Catechetical Sunday mass at 11am. All families are welcome! Students must wear their complete formal mass uniform to get a free dress pass from their teacher after mass. Please meet with the teacher by the blue benches.

Parent-Teacher Conference Sign up Genius link:

I still have 9 families that haven’t signed up for Parent-Teacher conference. Here is the link if you need to sign up: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040548A5AB2BABFF2-first1

Please choose only 1 slot per family, each family has 15mins slot.   The sign-up genius will be locked on Friday, September 20th

Picture Day- Thursday, Sept 19^th
On Thursday, we will have our picture day. Students MUST come to school wearing complete FORMAL MASS UNIFORMS, CAMERA READY.  Make sure their uniforms are complete and that hair is combed as you want it to be photographed.

You can order online keysstudios.com. and enter the school access code 2425. PLEASE follow the instructions on the attached Portrait Package Form send in with your child on Thursday, September 19, 2024.

We ask you to not send the money to the school office.  Students will be going by grade to have their photo taken and will hand the payment envelope to the photographer. PLEASE make sure you have written their name/grade/order# and amount on the front of the envelope.

Focus of the Week

• Math: Relate Multiplication and Area, Multiplications Facts of 2, & 3
• Reading: Destiny’s Gift
• Word Study: Words with Long a & e
• Grammar: Kinds of Sentences (Statement, Question, Command, Exclamation)
• Religion: Lesson 2 & Faith fact (Study guide provided)
• Science: Forces & Motion

Tests

Thursday

• Religion Lesson 2
• Spelling Test (Phonics & Vocabulary)

Friday

• Reading Comprehension (Multiple Choice)
• Vocabulary (Multiple Choice)
• Phonics (Multiple Choice)
• Grammar (Sentences & Kinds of Sentences)

Deadlines:

• Oct 7th -Nonfiction Cereal Box Project (Templates & Instructions sent Friday 9/6/24)
• Nov 4th -1^st trimester Mass reflection

Class Social and Fundraiser at Chuck E. Cheese on September 20!

We have an exciting event planned that we’re sure your children will love, and it will also help support our class. We invite your family and friends to join us for a Class Social and Fundraiser at Chuck E. Cheese!

Date: September 20th (Friday)

Time: 3:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Location: Chuck E. Cheese’s in Torrance (Prairie & Redondo)

Class Social:

It’s a fantastic opportunity for each family connect outside the school environment, fostering friendships and a sense of community.

Fundraiser:

In addition to the social aspect, we’re using this event as an opportunity to raise funds for our class. The funds collected will go towards field trip expenses, bus, and class parties. We kindly request your support in making this fundraiser a success.

Here’s how you can contribute:

1. Purchase Tokens: When you and your children enjoy the games and entertainment at Chuck E. Cheese, a portion of the proceeds from token sales during our event will go toward our class fundraising efforts.
   1. Spread the Word: Encourage other parents, family members, and friends to attend. The more, the merrier!

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/gK6Ddbk?ref_=wl_share

UPCOMING EVENTS
School calendar can be found (clicking here)

• 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) 
• Sept 21 –Keep Gardena Beautiful Day Service project 8am-12 noon, all families welcome to help, register online! 8am-Noon http://KeepGardenaBeautifulDay2024.eventbrite.com
• Sept 26 – Trojan Drawing #2 outside by St. Jude statue at 1pm
• Sept 30 – Let teachers know if your child is Catholic or non-Catholic and if you wish for them to receive sacraments this year (due today)

If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. I look forward to another great week of learning with your child!

Thank you & God Bless!

Warmly, 
Mrs. Do