April 3, 2023

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Monday, April 3

  • Guyot Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
  • Kalis Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
  • Warneck Special Class: Music

Tuesday, April 4th

  • Guyot Special Class: Art
  • Kalis Special Class: Music
  • Warneck Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)

Wednesday, April 5th

  • Guyot Special Class: Media Literature (Library)
  • Kalis Special Class: Physical Education (Gym)
  • Warneck Special Class: Media Technology (Computers)
  • ReadWorks article and questions (“…Meat-Eaters”) due

Thursday, April 6th

Friday, April 7th

  • No School

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. Only vocabulary knowledge within the text will  be assessed this Thursday due to 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 18) for 4/6 Quiz

 

**MSTEP Homework Packet**

This homework assignment was sent home Friday, March 24th. Please stress the skills of reading the passages and looking back in the story to answer the questions. Thank you!

MSTEP Homework Packet #15 due 4/6/23

 

ReflexMath

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. You can see your child’s progress through their Reflex account. So far, here are the classroom stats:

IMPORTANT: Upcoming Field Trip Chaperone Opportunities

We are happy to announce that third grade has scheduled a couple field trips for the near future.

Michigan Outdoor Adventure Center

The Henry Ford’s Greenfield Village

If you would like to join us as a chaperone, it is required that you complete a Volunteer Background Check Authorization Form as well as provide a photocopy of your ID or driver’s license. If you would like a paper form sent home with your child, please contact your child’s teacher. These forms must be submitted a month prior to the event you plan on attending so that it has time to be processed.

District Background Check Volunteer Letter

Please understand that if you are able to volunteer as a chaperone your attention must be on your assigned students at all times. We are not able to allow other children or adults without a background check to attend as part of our group.

Pictures of the Week

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