Newletter, April 28 - May 2

We are in great need of TISSUES in our classroom!

Wednesday is half-day and Hat Day!

Looking Ahead:

• Field Trip is Friday, May 2nd. Friday uniforms or regular uniforms.
• Knowledge-A-Thon is coming soon.  Due to the field trip being on May 2nd, 3rd graders will do their knowledge-a-thon on May 6th. Volunteers are needed in order to have a successful event.  Please see the information and link at the bottom of this post.

Spring Music Concert:

Save the Date! 

The ALA Spring Concert is next week. There will be two performances:  Tuesday, May 6 will be for students whose last name begins with any letter from A - L, and Wednesday, May 7 will be for students with last names

beginning with a letter between M - Z.  

Two benefits:  1. We should be able to accommodate all our guests inside the cafenasium.  2.  If your assigned night doesn't work for you, please come the other night!

Concert Dress:  ALA school uniforms
Any questions? Contact Joan Matheny at jmatheny@alaschools.org.

Multiplication Facts- Please be studying NIGHTLY!


Click here for direction of a multiplication game to play with your child.



Link to spelling words and phonograms for week 34.

Curriculum:
Math: We are working on multiplying double digit numbers and multiples of 10 and 100. We will also be working on changing fractions to mixed numbers.
Reading: This week we will be reading out of our Junior Great books a story called Big Black Dog

 Shurley/Writing: We will be writing about what we would like to do for summer vacation.

Spalding: Write and write 20 spelling words and 20 phonograms.
Leadership: We will be discussing ways that we can Sharpen Our Saws this summer.

Social Studies: We are staring a unit on the Thirteen Colonies.

Monday: 

Math - Lesson 86

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Monday's words
Science: Test Review
Tuesday:

Math - Lesson 87

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Monday and Tuesday's words

Wednesday:

Math - Lesson 88

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Practice misspelled words from pre-test.

Thursday:

Math - Lesson 89

Reading: Comprehension Worksheet

Spelling: None

Happy Birthday!

Troy - May 19

Zach - May 20

Kaleb - May 27

Field Trip News:

Our class will be going on a field trip to the Phoenix Zoo on Friday, May 2, from 8:15 am until 2:30 pm. 

Knowledge-A-Thon News:

Dear Parents,

*On May 2nd, we will be having our 2nd annual fundraiser - Knowledge-A-Thon.  Our scholars are excited to share what they have learned throughout the school year, and we are delighted to have showcase their knowledge.  This supports our Core Knowledge Curriculum in a fun manner for all involved, and all proceeds stay with the school.

*We would love to have your support in testing our students.  We are  

 in need of 100 volunteers for Knowledge-A-Thon.

*There will be breakfast and lunch provided to all volunteers!! 

*All parents who help us with our special day will receive double volunteer hours.  

Shifts:
4-6 from 8:00-11:00 

K-2 from 11:00-2:00
(3rd Graders and all scholars absent on May 2nd: 

Make-up day is May 6th at 8 a.m.)

*KAT Volunteer Sign Up!

All volunteers will be provided with lunch and breakfast for their appreciation!

We need at least 5 volunteers from each class.

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA8AE2CA5FF2-katvolunteer

Newsetter, April 21 - 25

Looking Ahead:

• Field Trip is Friday, May 2nd.  Continue reading this post for more information.
• Knowledge-A-Thon is coming soon.  Due to the field trip being on May 2nd, 3rd graders will do their knowledge-a-thon on May 6th. Volunteers are needed in order to have a successful event.  Please see the information and link at the bottom of this post.

Spring Music Concert:

Save the Date! 

The ALA Spring Concert is coming up and we are trying something new!  There will be two performances:  Tuesday, May 6 will be for students whose last name begins with any letter from A - L, and Wednesday, May 7 will be for students with last names

beginning with a letter between M - Z.  

Two benefits:  1. We should be able to accommodate all our guests inside the cafenasium.  2.  If your assigned night doesn't work for you, please come the other night!

Concert Dress:  ALA school uniforms
Any questions? Contact Joan Matheny at jmatheny@alaschools.org.

Multiplication Facts- Please be studying NIGHTLY!


Click here for direction of a multiplication game to play with your child.



Link to spelling words and phonograms for week 33.

Curriculum:
Math: We are working on long division and we will be looking at calculating sales tax.  A fun activity to do with your child is help them determine the sales tax on their favorite treat from the store.
Reading: We are reading an A to Z story, titled Camouflage
Shurley/Writing: This week we are working on writing friendly letters.

Spalding: Write and write 30 spelling words and 20 phonograms.
Leadership: We will be looking at ways that we can be proactive citizens of our planet earth!

Science: We are continuing our ecology unit this week.


Monday: 

Math - Lesson 83

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Monday's words

Tuesday:

Math - Lesson 84

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Monday and Tuesday's words

Wednesday:

Math - Lesson 85

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday's words

Thursday:

Math - Test Review

Reading: Comprehension Worksheet

Spelling: Practice misspelled words from pre-test.

We are still in need of a few items in our classroom.  Any donations are greatly appreciated:

• Tissues!
• disinfectant wipes
• treasure box items

Happy Birthday!


Taeya - April 9
Jace - April 14
Jessica - April 14
Sarra - April 21
Wyatt - April 26





Field Trip News:

Our class will be going on a field trip to the Phoenix Zoo on Friday, May 2, from 8:15 am until 2:30 pm.  Your child should have brought home a permission slip for this trip.  If you have not received a permission slip please let me know.  Permission slips and the $10.00 trip fee are due no later than April 21, 2014.






Knowledge-A-Thon News:

Dear Parents,

*On May 2nd, we will be having our 2nd annual fundraiser - Knowledge-A-Thon.  Our scholars are excited to share what they have learned throughout the school year, and we are delighted to have showcase their knowledge.  This supports our Core Knowledge Curriculum in a fun manner for all involved, and all proceeds stay with the school.

*We would love to have your support in testing our students.  We are  

 in need of 100 volunteers for Knowledge-A-Thon.

*There will be breakfast and lunch provided to all volunteers!! 

*All parents who help us with our special day will receive double volunteer hours.  

Shifts:
4-6 from 8:00-11:00 

K-2 from 11:00-2:00
(3rd Graders and all scholars absent on May 2nd: 

Make-up day is May 6th at 8 a.m.)

*KAT Volunteer Sign Up!

All volunteers will be provided with lunch and breakfast for their appreciation!

We need at least 5 volunteers from each class.

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA8AE2CA5FF2-katvolunteer

Spelling List for Week 35, May 5-6

Monday

1. tough
2. whistling 
3. whistle 
4. wholesome 
5. wreath 
6. wrestling 
7. wrestle 
8. meant 
9. mean 
10. earliest 

Tuesday

11. early
12. distinguish
13. consideration
14. colonial
15. colonies
16. colony
17. assure
18. sure
19. relief
20. occupy

Wednesday
21. probably
22. probable
23. foreign
24. expense
25. responsible
26. response
27. application
28. apply
29. difficulty
30. difficult

Newsletter, April 14 - 17, 2014

Looking Ahead:

• Field Trip is Friday, May 2nd.  Continue reading this post for more information.
• No School this coming Friday, April 18th.
• Knowledge-A-Thon is coming soon.  Due to the field trip being on May 2nd, 3rd graders will do their knowledge-a-thon on May 6th. Volunteers are needed in order to have a successful event.  Please see the information and link at the bottom of this post.

Spring Music Concert:

Save the Date! 

The ALA Spring Concert is coming up and we are trying something new!  There will be two performances:  Tuesday, May 6 will be for students whose last name begins with any letter from A - L, and Wednesday, May 7 will be for students with last names

beginning with a letter between M - Z.  

Two benefits:  1. We should be able to accommodate all our guests inside the cafenasium.  2.  If your assigned night doesn't work for you, please come the other night!  

Concert Dress:  ALA school uniforms
Any questions? Contact Joan Matheny at jmatheny@alaschools.org.

Multiplication Facts- Please be studying NIGHTLY!


Click here for direction of a multiplication game to play with your child.



Curriculum:
Math: We are working on long division and we will be looking at calculating sales tax.  A fun activity to do with your child is help them determine the sales tax on their favorite treat from the store.
Reading: We are reading a story from our Junior Great Books series titled Dream Weaver.  WE are working on making inferences and asking questions while we read.
Shurley/Writing: This week we are working on writing friendly letters.
Leadership: We will be looking at ways that we can be proactive citizens of our planet earth!

Science: We are continuing our ecology unit this week.


Monday: 

Math - Lesson 80

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Monday's words

Tuesday: 

Math - Lesson 81

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Speller's Choice, Tuesday's words
 

Wednesday: 

Math - Lesson 82

Reading: Comprehension worksheet

Spelling: Practice misspelled words from pre-test.

 

We are still in need of a few items in our classroom.  Any donations are greatly appreciated:

• Tissues!
• disinfectant wipes
• treasure box items

Happy Birthday!


Taeya - April 9
Jace - April 14
Jessica - April 14
Sarra - April 21
Wyatt - April 26





Field Trip News:

Our class will be going on a field trip to the Phoenix Zoo on Friday, May 2, from 8:15 am until 2:30 pm.  Your child should have brought home a permission slip for this trip.  If you have not received a permission slip please let me know.  Permission slips and the $10.00 trip fee are due no later than April 21, 2014.






Knowledge-A-Thon News:

Dear Parents,

*On May 2nd, we will be having our 2nd annual fundraiser - Knowledge-A-Thon.  Our scholars are excited to share what they have learned throughout the school year, and we are delighted to have showcase their knowledge.  This supports our Core Knowledge Curriculum in a fun manner for all involved, and all proceeds stay with the school.

*We would love to have your support in testing our students.  We are  

in need of 100 volunteers for Knowledge-A-Thon.

*There will be breakfast and lunch provided to all volunteers!! 

*All parents who help us with our special day will receive double volunteer hours.  

Shifts:
4-6 from 8:00-11:00 

K-2 from 11:00-2:00
(3rd Graders and all scholars absent on May 2nd: 

Make-up day is May 6th at 8 a.m.)

*KAT Volunteer Sign Up!

All volunteers will be provided with lunch and breakfast for their appreciation!

We need at least 5 volunteers from each class.

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA8AE2CA5FF2-katvolunteer

AIMS Week Newsletter, April 7 - 11, 2014

Hello 3rd Grade Families and WELCOME to AIMS Week!

3rd Graders start their testing on Wednesday.

Our 3rd Grade class is ready to ROCK the test!  Here are some test week tips to help your child be successful through this week:

1. Get a Good Night’s Sleep
2. Eat a Healthy Breakfast
3. Study and Work Hard
4. Be Prepared
5.  Be a Good Listener
6. Believe in Yourself 
7. Do Your Best 

 

Students are encouraged to bring two reading books to read when they have finished their test.  Please remind them of this.

 

 FREE BREAKFAST AT MCDONALD'S  on Monday and Tuesday of AIMS week. 

Please encourage your child to take their time on the test and not rush through the test.










NO HOMEWORK THIS WEEK DUE TO AIMS!
Work on Habit 7: Sharpen The Saw -- Help your child relax and prepare for the next day!







We are still in need of a few items in our classroom.  Any donations are greatly appreciated:

• Tissues!
• disinfectant wipes
• treasure box items

Happy Birthday!


Taeya - April 9
Jace - April 14
Jessica - April 14
Sarra - April 21
Wyatt - April 26








Field Trip News:

Our class will be going on a field trip to the Phoenix Zoo on Friday, May 2, from 8:15 am until 2:30 pm.  Your child should have brought home a permission slip for this trip.  If you have not received a permission slip please let me know.  Permission slips and the $10.00 trip fee are due no later than April 21, 2014.






















Knowledge-A-Thon News:

Dear Parents,

*On May 2nd, we will be having our 2nd annual fundraiser - Knowledge-A-Thon.  Our scholars are excited to share what they have learned throughout the school year, and we are delighted to have showcase their knowledge.  This supports our Core Knowledge Curriculum in a fun manner for all involved, and all proceeds stay with the school.

*We would love to have your support in testing our students.  We are  

in need of 100 volunteers for Knowledge-A-Thon.

*There will be breakfast and lunch provided to all volunteers!! 

*All parents who help us with our special day will receive double volunteer hours.  

Shifts:
4-6 from 8:00-11:00 

K-2 from 11:00-2:00
(3rd Graders and all scholars absent on May 2nd: 

Make-up day is May 6th at 8 a.m.)

*KAT Volunteer Sign Up!

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C094DA8AE2CA5FF2-katvolunteer

Behavior Trackers

Good Afternoon!

We are doing something a bit different with classroom management this quarter.  Each week students receive a behavior tracker that is taped to their desks.  For each day of the school week there are four spaces that I use to record behavior infractions.  On the back of the tracker is a list of codes that I am using.  The codes are as follows:
OS = Out of Seat
T = Talking
NFD = Not Following Directions
D = Distracted (playing with toys, ect.)
H = Homework not done or incomplete
O = Other
SO = Shouting Out

This helps me to keep track of what specific behaviors are taking place and helps the students keep track of them as well.

If a student has two spaces filled in with a behavior infraction he or she loses 5 minutes of recess for the next day. Three spaces equals 10 minutes of recess, and 4 spaces is teacher's choice.  Teacher's choice may mean missing all of the recess, a phone call home, or detention.  This all depends on the situation and how many day's the issues have been going on. 

On Monday morning when students get a new behavior tracker they are to fill out the reflection portion on the backside and then take the tracker home to show their parents.  They are to get a parent signature and return the tracker to school on Tuesday morning.  This will count as a leadership grade in the grade book. 

If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to email me.

This new program has worked very well over the past week and I expect continued success throughout the remaining weeks of the quarter.

Thank you!

Mrs. Hill

Newsletter, March 31 - April 4, 2014

Hello 3rd Grade Families!




We are still in need of a few items in our classroom.  Any donations are greatly appreciated:

• Tissues!
• Hand Sanitizer
• disinfectant wipes
• treasure box items

Looking Ahead: Each day's homework for math and reading will depend on what we complete in class each day.  I will update the blog daily to reflect the exact homework assignment for these subjects.

AIMS testing is next week.  Students, please be sure to get a good night's rest, eat a good breakfast, and be to school on time.

Happy Birthday!


Taeya - April 9
Jace - April 14
Jessica - April 14
Sarra - April 21
Wyatt - April 26






AIMS: AIMS is coming quickly, so this is the time that we will start combining some AIMS practice with their classwork and homework so they are comfortable and prepared.



Multiplication Facts- Please be studying NIGHTLY!


Click here for direction of a multiplication game to play with your child.



Curriculum:
Math: We will be working in our Buckle Down booklets as we review math concepts to prepare us for our AIMS testing.
Reading: We are working out of our Buckle Down booklets as we review reading concepts to prepare us for our AIMS testing.
Shurley/Writing: This week we are working brainstorming and putting our ideas together to form a beginning, middle and end of a story.
Leadership: .  We will be working on beginning with the end in mind as we discuss new WIGs for the 4th quarter.
Science: We are starting our ecology unit this week.

Monday:
Reading- Buckle Down Lesson 7, 81 - 83
Math-Buckle Down  Lesson 11, pages 139 - 141
Spelling: Speller's Choice Menu - Monday's Words
Tuesday:
Reading- Buckle Down Lesson 8, pages 89 - 96
Math-Buckle Down, Lesson 7 pages 99 - 104
Spelling: Speller's Choice Menu - Monday and Tuesday's Words

Wednesday:
Reading- Buckle Down or Reading Comprehension
Math-Buckle Down
Spelling: Speller's Choice Menu - Monday, Tuesday, and Wednesday's Words
Thursday:
Reading- Buckle Down or Reading Comprehension
Math-Buckle Down
Spelling: Practice missed words by writing each word two times.









Spelling Words:

Monday
1. tear (noun)
2. tear (verb)
3. telephone
4. throughout
5.  traffic
6. unit
7. unite
8. United States
9. value
10. valuable


Tuesday
11. wore
12. worn
13. circle
14. circular
15. argue
16. arguement
17. volume
18. organize
19. summon
20. office
21. officer
22. official
23. victim
24. estimate
25. accident
26. invite
27. invitation
28. accept
29. impossible
30. concern