Newsletter 10/17/2016

Third Grade News

October 17, 2016

What we have done:

This week we finished up topic 4 over multiplication and started topic 5, which digs deeper into multiplication. We also looked at prefixes and suffixes within the book FireFlies. In writing, we practiced writing in paragraphs, using transitional words and describing our characters. In social studies we took our first test over government and the constitution. We also learned about the executive branch. Below you will find what is happening next week!

ELA:

Students will practice determining the main idea and key details in a non-fiction text. They will also be examining sentence types as well as cause and effect. In writing we will continue working on narrative writing and creating setting.

Math:    

We will be continuing to learn about multiplication with topic 5.

Content:

We will be continuing our unit over government-specifically looking that the three branches of Missouri state government.

Important Dates:

Oct. 17     No School

Oct. 18  School Pictures

Oct. 18&20 Parent Teacher Conferences

Oct. 21    Read-a-Thon

Halloween Party Sign Up

Below is the link for the party sign up.

Thanks!

http://www.signupgenius.com/go/70A0849AFAC29A46-halloween2

See Saw

Hi,

Last Friday, your student should have brought home a sheet so you can log into See Saw. This is the site we are going to to post everything. We have found this will be easier to send out the newsletter and other announcements. I will also post pictures of activities and other things going on in our class! If you need another login sheet, let me know and I will send another home.

Thanks,

Mr. Belling and Mrs. Nilsen

Newsletter 10/7/2016

Third Grade News

October 7, 2016

What we have done:

This week we began Topic 4 over multiplication meanings.  In ELA we are focusing on the writing process using graphic organizers for the prewriting.  We have also been working on differentiating literal from nonliteral meanings as well as using illustrations for better understanding.  Below you will find what will be happening in our classrooms next week.

ELA:

Students will be focusing on completing their second narrative by using the writing process. For language we will be learning about prefixes and suffixes as well as determining author's point of view.  We will continue to use comprehension strategies with our literature discussion group books.

Math:    

We will be finishing up Topic 4 over multiplication with a test on Wednesday.

Content:

We will be continuing our unit over government-specifically looking that the three branches.

Important Dates:

Oct. 17     No School

Oct. 18  School Pictures

Oct. 18&20 Parent Teacher Conferences

Newsletter 9/30/16

Third Grade News

September 30, 2016

What we have done:

This week we finished Topic 3 over subtracting and tested on Friday.  This topic showed how to add and subtract using models and expanded algorithm. Also how

to add 3 or more numbers and how to subtract across zeros.  In ELA we are focusing on the writing process using graphic organizers for the prewriting.  Then drafting by skipping every other line so students have room to revise and edit their narrative.  Below you will find what will be happening in our classrooms next week.

ELA:

Students will be focusing on completing their second narrative by using the writing process. In reading we will be looking at literal and nonliteral meanings as well as using illustrations for better understanding. We will continue to use comprehension strategies with our literature discussion group books.

Math:    

We will be starting Topic 4 over multiplication. This unit will introduce the meanings of multiplication.

Content:

We will be finishing our unit over electricity and magnetism with a test on Tuesday. Then we will dive into learning about government!

Important Dates:

Oct. 7  End of 1st Quarter

Oct. 17 No School

Oct. 18 School Pictures

Oct. 18&20 Parent Teacher Conferences

Food Can Drive Results

I just wanted to say thank you again for all of the canned food donations that were brought in this past week.  I am so overwhelmed with the success of this project and I know that we couldn't have done it without the help of all of the homeroom teachers that encouraged kids to participate whether it was for the prizes or to help those in need. The end result was that we donated more than 4 truckloads of canned food items and one car load to FBC in Clever.  

My final tally was 2,869 items donated district-wide!  

Thank you again to everyone who participated!

Carissa

It’s time once again to support our school in an important fundraising project. Your participation is crucial to our school’s success. Will you “step up” and help make this our best year ever? Don’t forget, a percentage of each sale goes DIRECTLY to your teacher for use in the classroom!!

Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough!!!! Helping is BIG TIME FUN with the deliciously awesome Otis Spunkmeyer Cookie Dough Fundraiser. A bite above the rest. Try it!

Sign-up online and Go National! 

Have out-of-town family and friends shop online at www.cherrydale.com. 

PTA Fundraiser Flyer & Cherrydale Fundraiser Flyer

Newsletter

Third Grade News

September 19, 2016

What we have done:

We started Topic 3 in math over addition and subtraction. In ELA we have been continuing to work on the writing process and writing a personal narrative. We have been looking at the book A Bad Case of the Stripes to study and assess main idea. Below you will find what will be happening in our classrooms next week.

ELA:

Students will be focusing on the writing process for their next personal narrative. We will continue to practice Literature Discussion Group activities as well.  

Math:    

Students will be continuing Topic 3 that continues to work on addition and subtraction and shows different methods of how to add and subtract.  Your child can continue to practice rounding, estimating, addition and subtraction problems at home.

Content:

We will be focusing on magnetic relationships and electromagnets!

How you can help our class:

If you would like to donate candy (no peanuts) or small toys to our classroom treasure box, you are welcome to send it in with your student!

Important Dates:

Oct. 18 and 20  Parent Teacher Conferences - Sign-up genius will be sent out soon.

New School Website!

Clever recently got a new website! Click on the following link to check it out.

 www.cleverbluejays.org

September 29th- Volleyball

September 29th:  Diggin Up Gold and EleMiddle Night at the Volleyball game.  Game time:  6:00.

 September is childhood cancer awareness month, so in honor of this, we're hosting a Going Gold night on Thursday, September 29th during the High school volleyball game! We'll have food and desserts (bake sale items) and a silent auction going on in the HS commons area. We will also have a chance for you to win prizes by "buying" a VB player that night to serve for you during a heated competition in between games!  This event is in honor of Lane Mendenhall (5th grader and son of our Para and bus driver, Sam Mendenhall).  Come out and support Lane and Clever Lady Jay Volleyball.  If  you haven't been to a volleyball match yet this year, you are in for a real treat!    Preschool- 8th grade students get in FREE and parents get 1/2 price admission ($1.50 ea.)

Food Drive

The Future Business Leaders of America students at the high school have invited us to participate in a canned food drive the week of September 19th-23rd. Students will be bringing down boxes and accounting forms for teachers to track their daily collections and total for the week.  The class that collects the most will earn a party of their choice (donuts, ice cream sundaes, cookie decorating, etc). 

Newsletter 9/9/16

Third Grade News

September 9, 2016

What we have done:

This week we have continued to working on the second topic in math. We have taken a few extra days to work on rounding and rounding to estimate equations. In ELA was have been working on the writing process and writing a story about their Grandparents. We also reviewed all the parts of speech we have talked about so far. Below you will find what will be happening in our classrooms next week.

ELA:

Students will be focusing on the Revising step in the writing process this week. For Language, students will be looking at different non-fiction texts to learn about text features, main idea and how to compare and contrast across texts. We will continue to practice Literature Discussion Group activities as well.

Math:    

Students will be wrapping up Topic 2 over addition and subtraction and taking a test on Wednesday, September 14. Your child can continue to practicing rounding numbers to the nearest ten and nearest hundred.  Estimating sums, estimating differences, making sense of addition and subtraction equations, and seeing if problems are reasonable will also all be covered on our test.          

Content:

We will be starting our science unit on Matter!

How you can help our class:

If you would like to donate any candy (no nuts please) or small toys to our treasure box please feel free to send them in with your student!

Important Dates:

Sept. 16     No School for students

Newsletter 9/2/2016

Third Grade News - September 2, 2016

What we have done:

We have started on our second topic in math over addition and subtraction. We have talked about subtraction and addition and its meaning, using mental math to add and subtract, and introduced rounding. In ELA we have been working on a how to write personal narratives,including good beginnings and juicy middles! We have also been exploring parts of speech in our Patricia Polacco books. Below you will find what will be happening in our classrooms next week.

ELA:

Students will be digging deep into our last Patricia Polacco book! We will be discussing how to write and add dialogue into our personal narratives, as well as what pronouns are and do for our writing. We will also continue to practice Literature Discussion Group activities as well.

Math:    

Students will continue to work on Topic 2 over addition and subtraction. We will continue to work on rounding, estimating sums, estimating differences, making sense of addition and subtraction equations, and seeing if problems are reasonable.                                                                                                            

Content:

Next week we will be discussing Westward Expansion and how it affected the Native Americans. We will be exploring the point of view of the pioneers and of the Native Americans.

Important Dates:

Sept. 5        Labor Day - No School

Sept. 9 Grandparents Day, 2:30-4

Birthday Treats!

We are so excited to celebrate your child’s birthdays with them this year! If you are thinking about sending in treats, we ask that you keep in mind our class size of 45. Some great options may be mini cookie trays, mini cupcakes, and  suckers/candy to help lower any cost.

Thanks!

Mrs. Nilsen and Mr. Belling

Read-a-thon

Read-a-thon!!!!

On October 21st, we will have our first read-a-thon! The reading adventure form is due on October 14th. Please encourage your student to complete this.

Parent Volunteers

If you are volunteering, or interested in volunteering for the 2016-2017 school year, please plan to attend the scheduled Parent Volunteer training on Wednesday, August 31st @ at 2:00 in the Clever Conference Center located by the Central Office. This training, along with a background screening ($43.05), safety video, and confidentiality form are required for all of our parent volunteers who assist in our buildings throughout the school year. 

Please RSVP to Ms. Joetta @ 743-4810 or @ swartzjo@cleverbluejays.org no later than Tuesday, August 30th if you are planning to attend this training.

Tooth Truck

We are pleased to announce the Tooth Truck has the opportunity to treat eligible students at Clever during the 2016-2017 school year.  The Tooth Truck provides comprehensive treatment, from cleanings and x-rays, to repairing cavities at no charge for qualifying families.  Requirements for being seen and treated on the Tooth Truck are:

-Qualify for free and reduced lunch program at school

-Cannot be an established patient of a local dentist

-Cannot have private dental insurance

-Must complete a Tooth Truck application form

The Tooth Truck treats Medicaid-eligible and uninsured children.  Children seen last year are not eligible for a routine check up but should apply if there is a new dental concern.

An application is available at school upon request.  Complete the application form and return to the school nurse as soon as possible.

The Tooth Truck staff will be scheduling students very soon.

Parent Volunteer

If you are volunteering, or interested in volunteering for the 2016-2017 school year, please plan to attend the scheduled Parent Volunteer training on Wednesday, August 31st@ at 2:00 in the Clever Conference Center located by the Central Office. This training, along with a background screening ($43.05), safety video, and confidentiality form are required for all of our parent volunteers who assist in our buildings throughout the school year.  This includes PTA Members, Watchdog Members, and any Classroom Volunteers that will be assisting with various activities such as scheduled events, cafeteria, circle drive, laminating, etc.

Please RSVP to Ms. Joetta @ 743-4810 or @ swartzjo@cleverbluejays.org no later than Tuesday, August 30th if you are planning to attend this training.

Newsletter 8/16/16

Third Grade News - August 19, 2016

What we have done:

This week we have been working on previewing books, discussing books with others and getting into our first literature discussion groups. We have also been working on understanding place value and naming large numbers. In social studies, we have been exploring with Lewis and Clark as well as examining the Louisiana Purchase!

Next week we will be NWEA testing Monday- Thursday in the mornings. Here is what else we will be working on next week!

ELA:

Students will be learning about personal narratives and how they are written. We will look at four different types of sentences as well as parts of speech. Our  Literature Discussion Group activities will continue as well!

Math:    

Students will be finishing up Topic 1 this week. Be looking for a review test Wednesday as our first test will be Thursday!                                                                                                           

Content:

We will be finishing up learning about the Louisiana Purchase with a fun project!

Other Information:

• Water bottles are welcome as long as they have a lid.

Important Dates:

Sept. 5        Labor Day - No School

Sept. 9           Grandparents Afternoon- 2:30-4pm

Cox Care Mobile

The Cox Care Mobile is scheduled to be at Clever Schools on September 8, 2016.  The Care Mobile is a medical office on wheels that provides FREE services for children ages birth to 18 years.  These services include: sport physicals, hearing and vision screenings, well check-ups and sick visits.  Vaccinations are available for those that qualify.  You may call the school nurse to schedule an appointment and to receive the necessary paperwork.

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