TBS Tiger Newsletter

Dear Three Bridges School Families,

As we welcome the month of December, I am filled with pride and gratitude for the continued dedication of our students, staff, and families. This time of year provides us with opportunities to reflect on our growth, celebrate our achievements, and strengthen the connections that make our school community so special.

One highlight this month has been the "Paws for Peace" Buddy Activity, where students across grade levels partnered to engage in activities centered around our character word of the month: perseverance. It was inspiring to watch older students mentor their younger peers as they worked together on challenges that encouraged creative problem-solving, teamwork, and persistence. This activity not only reinforced the importance of perseverance but also strengthened the bonds within our Three Bridges family.

As we head into the winter season, I want to emphasize the importance of building strong academic habits at home. Please encourage your child to practice their math fact fluency daily, as this foundational skill supports their confidence and success in mathematics. Additionally, setting aside time each evening for reading strengthens comprehension, vocabulary, and a lifelong love of learning. Consistency in these areas will benefit your child greatly.

Let us also take this time to ensure our children stay consistent with their routines, both academically and personally, as perseverance is a skill we can all continue to grow.

Thank you for your ongoing partnership in making Three Bridges School a wonderful place for our students to learn and thrive. Wishing you all a joyful and peaceful holiday season.

Warm regards,

Dr. Higgins
Principal, Three Bridges School
Home of the Terrific Tigers

Our preschoolers lit up with curiosity as they discovered how different cultures use light to celebrate special holidays.

Kindergarteners had a blast celebrating Grinch Day! From wearing festive outfits to enjoying Grinch-themed stories and activities, the day was filled with laughter, creativity, and holiday cheer.

First graders traveled the globe—right from their classroom! Through crafts, stories, and activities, they discovered the joy of holidays around the world.

Our second graders embarked on an exciting virtual field trip to Zion National Park! They discovered breathtaking landscapes, learned about unique wildlife, and explored the wonders of nature—all from the classroom. What an adventure!

Our second graders explored the incredible world of Amazon's operations during a virtual field trip! They learned how technology, teamwork, and efficiency help get packages to our doorsteps so quickly. A fascinating journey into the world of logistics and innovation!

Miss Nagel's Second Grade put their creativity and STEM skills to work by designing their own balloons for a classroom Thanksgiving Day Parade!

In STEM class, our second graders became snowman engineers, designing and building sleds to help their frosty friends glide through the snow! Using creativity, teamwork, and problem-solving, they made winter magic happen in the classroom.

Our third graders made math delicious by learning the distributive property of multiplication with Cheez-Its and arrays!

Three Bridges students came together for their Paws for Peace meeting, focusing on the character word perseverance. Through meaningful activities with their buddy classrooms, they learned the importance of determination and teamwork. Building character, one step at a time!

Excitement was in the air as Plory, the beloved i-Ready monster, stopped by our classrooms this week! Students were thrilled to meet their learning buddy and celebrate their hard work and progress in i-Ready.

On December 16th, Starbucks customers on Route 31 in Flemington received a special treat—a coffee collar designed by our talented Three Bridges students! Each collar, filled with winter cheer and kind words, brought smiles and holiday warmth to our community. Small acts of kindness made a big difference!"

Congratulations to Noelle Henderson, Intervention Teacher, and Kelli Marella, Occupational Therapist, for being named Three Bridges School's 2024-2025 Governor's Educators of the Year!

A heartfelt thank you to our incredible families for your generous donations to the Readington Starfish!

Our Third Grade Compost Ambassadors took action for a greener future by creating informative signs to teach their peers how to compost. Their efforts are helping our school reduce waste and care for the environment

The Mission of Three Bridges School is to provide a caring, nurturing community where all the students feel secure and accepted. We encourage respect, perseverance, independence, and resiliency to maximize personal and academic growth. We believe our choices can have a positive impact on our world as global citizens; therefore, we strive to lead by example.

• Inquisitive Learning Create and establish an inquiry-based framework that values an interest-driven learning environment. Learners will, individually and collaboratively, focus on identifying, analyzing, and solving problems as inquisitive members of their community.
• Partnerships Establish partnerships that foster meaningful educational opportunities on local, regional, and global scales. Prepare all learners to become engaged and productive citizens through service to others, collaboration, and real-world connections.
• Social Awareness Our learners will feel connected, valued, and secure in digital and non-digital learning environments cultivated by a shared sense of community. Every individual will develop skills that promote an awareness of self and others as well as the environment, including the ability to understand the impact of their decisions.