JKES 3rd Grade Newsletter

It's the final stretch of the school year! We will finish teaching new concepts in April, then begin reviewing what we've learned all year to prepare for the SGA tests in May.

Students will take one SGA test in Math and one SGA test in Reading. Our hope is that students make growth from their score back in August.

We are starting to see lots of behavior issues in 3rd Grade, so please take some time to review our school P.R.I.D.E. expectations with your child.

Please reach out to your child's teacher via email or Talking Points if you have any questions or concerns.

Math: Fractions, probability, area, perimeter, volume, weight, length

Language Arts: Theme, functional text (fliers, menus, written instructions, etc.), opinion writing, identifying the schwa sound, spelling with the soft c and soft g sounds

Science: Ecosystems, animal adaptations
Social Studies: Government, citizenship, diversity

Math: Allow your child to be your helper while making dinner, especially with using measuring cups and spoons (bring their attention to the use of fractions and sizes in measuring - "1/4 of a cup, 1 pint of milk, 2/3 tablespoon, etc.").

Language Arts: Your child should read for 20 minutes every day at home - you can ask them questions about what they read, such as "What was the most important thing you read?" "Tell me about the main character." "Did you read any words you were unsure of?" Visit Handley Library and apply for a library card!! Ask your child to help you write a grocery list for your next visit to the grocery store and help them with spelling rules.

Science: Google images of different animals on your phone and ask your child to identify any adaptations they have to help them survive (e.g. fur to stay warm, sharp claws for digging, gills for breathing under water, etc.).

Social Studies: Ask your child to explain the difference between a rule and a law. Discuss common laws that citizens are expected to follow each day (e.g. driving the speed limit, putting trash in a trashcan/not littering, paying for items in a store, etc.).

The best way to support your child's learning is to show interest in what they do at school. When they get home each day, ask them about their day and what they are learning. 😁

• Send your child to school with a coat - we go outside for recess as long as it is above freezing temperature. If your child does not own a coat, please reach out to our school counselor, Mrs. Hawkins.
• Students may bring a water bottle to school with them if they wish
• All toys and electronics should be kept at home - they are not permitted at school
• Hats and hoods cannot be worn while at school
• Students should wear appropriate shoes on P.E. days
• Students should return checked-out books to school on Library days
• Students should be reading at home every day for 20 minutes
• Please check your child's take-home folder every week for important papers and completed work - celebrate your child's hard work with them!!

Students worked hard on their WIDA language tests and are back to their regular language classes. Scores are expected to arrive this summer and you will receive them with updates on your child's progress in the language program. Please continue to encourage your child to share with you the vocabulary words they learn each day. Working with the 3rd grade students this year has been an absolute joy! Thank you for your partnership in their education.

International Night is on April 25th at 5:30pm. We hope to see you there!

Here are a few reminders:

• Talking Points is an app you may add to your phone. It is a free application that lets you communicate with your children's teachers and school. You will be able to send and receive messages through this application in your preferred language. TalkingPoints will translate your message into English for teachers.

• If you need translation assistance to contact the school, your child’s teacher, or if you have questions about school, please contact Ana Martinez-Villa, our Parent Liaison.

March 29-April 5: Spring Break

April 18: Spring Picture Day

April 25: International Night @ 5:30pm

May 2: Early Release (Apple Blossom)

May 3: No School (Apple Blossom)

May 1: Field Day

May 9: Reading SGA

May 15: Math SGA

May 20-21: Dental Screenings

May 22: Career Day

May 27: No School (Memorial Day)

May 30: Early Dismissal (Last Day of School)