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Monday, March 13th
- M-STEP Quiz #15
- Grammar Quiz (Plural Nouns)
- Guyot Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
- Kalis Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Warneck Special Class: Music
Tuesday, March 14th
- Edmentum Reward: Wear a hat and watch Magic School Bus!
- Guyot Special Class: Art
- Kalis Special Class: Music
- Warneck Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
Wednesday, March 15th
- MIRM-Wear It Wednesday: Wear a hat with words on it.
- Guyot Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
- Kalis Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
- Warneck Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
Thursday, March 16th
- Guyot Special Class: Music
- Kalis Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
- Warneck Special Class: Art
- Penny War continues
- MSTEP Vocabulary (Week 16) Quiz
- MSTEP Homework Packet #13 due
- PBIS Assembly
Friday, March 17th
- No School
- Staff Professional Development
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 NOT be assessed this Friday due to last week’s snow day and our short week. The second week will focus on spelling, grammar, and writing skills. Spelling words and grammar will be assessed on the second Friday of our story. In addition, students will explore phonetic patterns each week. Please note that vocabulary words are listed in the graphic below.
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 16) for 3/16 Quiz
**MSTEP Homework Packet**
This homework assignment was sent home Friday, March 10th. Please stress the skills of reading the passages and looking back in the story to answer the questions. Thank you!
MSTEP Homework Packet #13 due 3/16/23
These students earned a charm for scoring 80% or higher on Weekly Homework Packet #12.
February Super Cougars
Introducing February’s Super Cougars! Charles, Luz, and Leia have proven to be safe, responsible, and respectful students in third grade. They earned Culver’s lunch from Mr. Zielinski. We are so proud of them!
Reflections State Winners
Pictures of the Week
