Coming Soon…
Monday, December 12th
- Guyot Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
- Kalis Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Warneck Special Class: Music
Tuesday, December 13th
- Guyot Special Class: Art
- Kalis Special Class: Music
- Warneck Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
Wednesday, December 14h
- Math Chapter 3 Test
- ReadWorks article, “Bat News” due (This is an online assignment. Students are given time to complete this in class if time is used wisely.)
- ReadWorks article, “Quirino Cristiani” assigned
- Metropark’s Presentation (Timber!)
- Guyot Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Kalis Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
- Warneck Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
Thursday, December 15th
- MSTEP HW Packet #2 due
- Guyot Special Class: Music
- Kalis Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
- Warneck Special Class: Art
Friday, December 16th
- MSTEP Vocabulary Quiz (Week 5)
- Vocabulary Quiz
- Comprehension Quiz
- Guyot Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
- Kalis Special Class: Art
- Warneck Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
English Language Arts
In third grade we will use an anchor text for 2 weeks. In the first week, students will use the text to build vocabulary knowledge as well as utilize comprehension strategies to understand the text. Both vocabulary knowledge and understanding of the text will be assessed on the first Friday. The second week will focus on grammar and writing skills. Individualized spelling/sight words and grammar will be assessed on the second Friday of our story. In addition, students will explore phonetic patterns each week for morning work. Please note that this week’s vocabulary words are listed in the graphic below.
Every week (beginning on Saturday) our third graders have a goal of earning at least 2 trophies on Edmentum Reading. We work on this goal in the classroom, but not all students have it finished by the due date of the following Friday. Please ask your child throughout the week about their progress toward their 2 trophy goal. Trophies are earned when students do well on the Progress Check.
Your child will be taking the M-STEP assessment this Spring. M-STEP is a 21st Century online test. It is designed to gauge how well students are mastering state standards. Also, the State of Michigan will be using this assessment to target students who will be retained in third grade. A passing score on the ELA M-STEP is a 1300, however, if your child scores a 1252 or lower, your child will automatically receive a retention letter from the State. In order to help prepare your child to do his/her best on this state assessment, we have some planned activities that take place both at home and at school.
Starting on Friday, November 4th, third graders will bring home 10 M-STEP vocabulary words to study at home and an extra credit crossword puzzle. If students complete and return the extra credit crossword puzzle, they will earn 1 extra credit point on the quiz. On Fridays, the students will be quizzed on these words. Starting in Winter Break, after the students have had time to get use to studying for the words and taking the quiz- when your child earns a 80% or better on Friday’s quiz, he/she will earn a charm for his/her M-STEP charm necklace, which is an ongoing reflection of their accomplishments. Every Friday your child will bring home M-STEP vocabulary words and he/she will be quizzed on the following Friday.
Also, after the students take the Winter NWEA assessment (end of January), students who reach their personal growth goal or the grade level norm will be rewarded during an assembly.
Starting on Friday, December 2nd, your child’s weekly homework will be M-STEP practice packets. If your child earns 80% or better on their M-STEP practice weekly homework, they will also earn a charm towards their M-STEP charm necklace. Homework packets will be sent home on Friday and will be due back to school by the next Thursday.
Thank you for your continued support at home.
Below you will find this week’s vocabulary list of words in addition to the extra credit activity to help your child study.
MSTEP Vocabulary (Week 5) for 12/16 Quiz
**MSTEP Homework Packet**
This homework assignment was sent home Friday, December 9th. Please stress the skills of reading the passages and looking back in the story to answer the questions. Thank you!
MSTEP Homework Packet #3 due 12/15/22
Math
Please remember that mastery of multiplication and division facts is the goal for the end of third grade. The report card will be marked accordingly. Students should be completing a session of ReflexMath daily. We try to fit it in during the school day, but this is not always possible. Please remind your child after school in case it hasn’t been completed yet for the day. So far, here are the classroom stats:
Pictures of the Week
