Dear Third Grade Families,
Hope everything is well! Here’s a look at what’s coming up for the week of Jan 13 -Jan. 17. Please make sure to read all the important information below to avoid any questions that may already be addressed.
Deadlines:
- January 15: Christmas Around the World research project and presentation (Sample project was posted on Google classroom)
1. Research about assigned country.
2. Use the websites your teacher provides to read about that country’s holiday traditions, foods, beliefs, and celebrations. You may also use other resources to research your country such as news articles, books, magazines, or interviews with people from that country.
3. As you learn about your country, write down your findings in your recording packet.
4. Complete the Venn Diagraph on the paper comparing and contrasting your own personal Christmas traditions with those of the country you researched. Be sure to use correct spelling, neat handwriting, and illustrations or pictures.
5. Prepare a presentation (google slides, PowerPoint, etc.) with all the information you researched about your country.
6. Present your research to your class.
- February 24: 2nd Trimester Mass Reflection (7 reflections required)
Missing Work & Progress reports
Progress reports will be going home on January 24th. Please take a moment to check Gradelink to see if your child has any missing homework. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free to reach out to me directly—I’m here to help.
As a reminder, the progress report is simply a snapshot of where your child is at right now. There is still plenty of time for grades to improve before final grades are issued at the end of the 2nd trimester.
Encouraging good study habits at home
In our classroom, I provide students with resources and study guides weekly, and I dedicate time for discussions and extra practice to help them grasp the material. Before every test, I ensure students have additional time to review and prepare. However, I’ve observed that students who practice good study habits at home as well as in school are more confident and better prepared for their tests.
Learning doesn’t stop when the school day ends—it happens everywhere. Your encouragement at home plays a very important role in reinforcing the concepts we cover in class. When students see the importance of studying both at school and at home, they develop habits that will benefit them far beyond the classroom. And with your continued support, we can create a strong partnership that helps your child succeed!
Please don’t hesitate to reach out to me if you need resources to use at home or any concerns you may have.
Focus of the Week:
- Math: Relate Multiplication and Division, Facts of 2-10
- Reading: Theme, Point of View; Tops and Bottoms & My One and Only Ivan
- Vocabulary: Lesson 12 words
- Word Study: Words with -er or -le
- Grammar: Verbs
- Religion: Lesson 12: The Catholic Church
- Prayer: Come Holy Spirit
- Science: Lesson 7– Can we predict motion?
- Social Studies: Lesson 9- California Indians- How they lived
Tests
Thursday
- Spelling Test (Phonics & Vocabulary)
- Religion- lesson 12
- Social Studies
Friday (Multiple Choice test)
- Reading Comprehension
- Vocabulary
- Phonics
- Language
Math Ninja
Amazon Wishlist:
As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share an opportunity to enhance our classroom experience. I have created an Amazon Wishlist with items that will benefit our students’ educational journey. You may check out the link below: Amazon Wishlist
Upcoming Events:
For more details, please refer to the [school calendar here].
- January 13: $2 Jeans Day with Uniform Top (Fundraiser for LA Wildfire Victims)
- January 20: NO SCHOOL MLK Jr. HOLIDAY
- January 21: 8th Grade Fundraiser $2 Dodger Day dress up
- January 22: Gently Used Uniform Sale, Catholic Schools’ Convocation at Cathedral, Dodger Day 8th grade fundraiser ($2)
- January 24: K-8 Progress reports go home today for 2nd trimester
- January 26-February 2: Catholic Schools’ Week
- January 26 (Sunday): Open House 11 am Family Mass, Open House 12-2pm, Catholic Schools’ Week begins through 2/2, Family Mass at 11am (wear formal Mass Uniforms for free dress passes), Open House from 12-2. Student Government leads tours at school, Folklorico school group to perform
- January 27 – Teacher Appreciation Day, SAP Choir performs at PMA Mass
- January 28 – Student Appreciation Day, “Cozy Day”
- January 29 – Administration Appreciation Day, Student Teacher Volleyball game
- January 30 – Parent Appreciation Day, Coffee and Donuts provided for parents in morning
- January 31 – Special Persons’ Day, Mass at 10am, noon dismissal, daycare till 6pm
- January 28-30: Musical Auditions for Aladdin, Jr. Callbacks are 2/4, rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays starting 2/11. Rehearsal is from 3:15-5:15pm
- February 5: 2nd Mandatory General Parent Meeting in the Hall at 6:30pm ($50 fine for non-attendance)
- February 5: Musical Callbacks, 8th grade Nacho Fundraiser after school, 100th Day of School
- February 17 – Presidents’ Day Holiday NO SCHOOL
- February 19 – All School Spelling Bee 10:30-12 in Hall
- February 18-21: Re-Registration Week for returning students (all online)
- Feb 20 – All School Marian Consecration (ends on 3/25, Feast of the Annunciation: Mary’s Day)
- February 21 – Yearbook Pre-Sale ends
- February 26-28 – 7th Grade Catalina Field trip
- March 5 – ASH WEDNESDAY (Mass uniforms), beginning of Lent, SAP Choir sings
- March 20 – Santiago Retreat Center 6th grade trip
- April – ARK testing starts
- April 17- 25– Easter Break
- April 26 – School Resumes
- April 28-May 1 – Thousand Pines 8th grade Retreat
- May 16-18 – Parish Fiesta
If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out.
Thank you & God Bless!
Warmly,
Mrs. Do