Reading: I am almost finished testing!! Yay! I will send home a note by the end of week informing you of your child's current reading level. Part of our testing requires us to test each child on their ability to write a response to the story they read. This year the state is requiring our children to write to two prompts for each story read. Unfortunately, there are some very difficult prompts. We have students passing one prompt, but unable to answer the second prompt sufficiently. For this reason, you may see your child's reading level has moved down a level or two. No worries! We will be working on writing a reading response all year! They will definitely have a chance to improve in this area, and I look forward to watching their reading levels soar! Thank you for your support in helping your child complete his/her reader's response at home each evening.
Math: We have gotten off to an amazing start with our Math Expressions program. The kids enjoy getting the opportunity to be a math leader and lead a portion of our lesson! Ask your child about the Counting On strategy!
Science: Ask your child about the life cycle of a frog or butterfly! They should be able to give you the stages of the frog and butterfly's life cycle.
Upcoming Events for September:
11 - Begin of Grade Test (B.O.G.) for third grade
12 – First/Second Grandparent lunch
12 – Open House @ 5:30 beginning in the cafeteria
13 – Fourth/Fifth Grandparent lunch
13 – Boxtops due date beginning at 8:30
19 - Talk Like a Pirate Day - dress up like a pirate!! I will be! :)
20 - International Day of Peace
25 – Progress reports go home
Please let me know if you have any questions or concerns (464-1973)
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