5/4-5/8 Third Grade Highlights

Dear Third Grade Families,
 
 I hope everyone is doing well! Here’s a look at what's coming up for the week of May 4-May 8. Please make sure to read all the important information below to avoid any questions that may already be addressed. If you missed last week’s email, you can find updates on my school blog: Third Grade Blog.
 
 Deadlines:

STAR Test Schedule, Mon- Wed., 5/4-5/6

We will be STAR testing on Monday through Wednesday this week. Students must bring their iPads fully charged and have their headphones ready. Please ensure your child gets a good night’s sleep and has breakfast before school.

 Testing Schedule:

• Monday (5/4): STAR Early Literacy
• Tuesday (5/5): STAR Reading
• Wednesday (5/6): STAR Math

Library Closure and AR Reading Goals

Our school library will be closed for Fiesta preparations, and students are not able to check out books from our school library during this time. Since our classroom has only a limited number of leveled books and variety available, this may affect students’ ability to check out books and work toward completing their AR goals before the deadline.

To help your child stay on track and successfully reach their AR goal, I encourage you to visit your local public library to check out books that are on your child’s AR reading level. Reading at home and bringing those books to school to quiz will still allow students to take AR quizzes once they finish the book.

Student Responsibility & Daily Materials

An observation I’ve noticed with some students over the past few weeks. Several students have been forgetting important items at home, such as folders, planners, iPads, homework pages, signed test papers, and even parts of their uniform like cardigan, vest, bows and ties. As a result, students have been requesting to call home so these items can be brought to school.

In many of these situations, students will often explain, “My parent forgot to…” as the reason. While I understand that mornings can be busy, part of our goal in third grade is helping students take ownership and responsibility for their own materials and readiness.

Please note that being prepared for school each day is an important part of your child’s Work Habits grade. While occasional mistakes happen, consistent preparedness is a skill we are continuing to build.

Moving forward, I will still allow students to call home from the office if necessary. However, forgetting essential materials will result in an effort slip, as it reflects a lack of readiness for the school day. I have spoken with the students about taking greater responsibility for their belongings and being prepared each morning for school. 

 Focus of the Week

Tests

Wednesday

 Thursday

Friday (Multiple Choice)

Math Ninja
 

St. Anthony of Padua Carnival 05/15- 05/17, Our school campus will be set up with Rides, Games, Food and Fun for the entire family.

 ALL SAP School families are required to serve 8 hours during the Fiesta. (8 hours per family on tuition contract) $200 fine for non-participation will be billed if your hours are not fulfilled.

Important Reminder:
If your family has multiple children at the school, only one donation per family is required (not per student).
To keep costs down, St. Anthony of Padua School Students are asked to contribute the following goods:

Each class has been assigned to bring the following items:
Kinder (2) Las Palmas 6 lb. can sauce and (3) Hominy 6lb can
Grade 1 (2) Round Corn Tortilla Chips 64oz and (1) 6lb. Nacho Cheese Can
Grade 2 (2) Heavy-duty 3-compartment plates 10 1⁄4” and (1) 500-count napkins
Grade 3 (1) Food Tray 2lb 250 count pack and (2) 1lb Food Tray 250 count pak
Grade 4 (2) Heavy-duty fork 500 count (1) 500 count napkins
Grade 5 (2) Las Palmas 6 lb. can and (3) Hominy 6lb can
Grade 6 (1) Chocolate syrup (1) Strawberry syrup (2) Parkway Butter
Grade 7 (2) summer packet (ketchup, mustard, mayonnaise) sold at Sam's
Grade 8 Pozole to go container with lid and spoons for the pozole

Suggestions: Where to purchase and images: Smart & Final, Costco, and Sam’s Club
Please bring your food donations to our classroom. 
 

Amazon Wishlist
 As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share a wonderful opportunity to further enhance our classroom experience. I created an Amazon Wishlist with carefully selected items that will greatly benefit our students' education journey. You may check out the link below. 
 https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1C4X0QEVATZ5V?ref_=wl_share 
 
 UPCOMING EVENTS
 You can find the school calendar here. https://stanthonygardena.org/school-calendar

 If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to reach out. 
 
 Thank you & God Bless!
 
 Warmly, 

 Mrs. Do