Success in the Savanna

Dear Parents,

        

As we close out this week I want to thank Lindy Hardy, Chris Cook, Linda Gilbert and Cee Olshefski for joining us at the Outdoor Lab on Tuesday.  The children enjoyed the day in the woods and learning about different simple machines.  Seeing the various animals in the lab after lunch was also fun for the kids.  Overall, it was a fun day of learning for everyone.

The first report cards of the year came home with your child today.  Please take a few minutes to go over this document with them during the weekend.  As I have told the children, this is a snapshot of where they are academically today. This snapshot has the ability to change all the time.  I have also told the kids, the most important grade, to me, on this report is their work and effort grade.  Please remember that an “S” and a “C” indicate that your child is doing work at grade level.  The blue card included in the envelope goes into further detail about the Arlington County grading policy.  Please sign and return the blue card and the white comment sheet in the envelope by Tuesday, November 22^nd.

There are also a couple of housekeeping items this week.  First, as of this week I will be posting this document on my blog.  I would like to use the blog as the primary form of delivery after the Thanksgiving break.  You may access my blog through the main Tuckahoe website by going to the classroom tab, choosing third grade and then selecting my classroom website.  Second, I know that the basketball season is quickly approaching.  If any of your children are playing on a team please send me their schedule, as they become available.  I enjoy going to the games on Friday evenings.

Below are a few important dates to put on your calendars.

        

Wed., Nov. 23-Fri., Nov. 25- Thanksgiving Break- No School

Tues, Dec. 13- London Brass Rubbing (more details to follow)

Wed., Dec. 21-Early Release

Fri., Dec. 23-Fri., Dec. 30- Holiday Break- No School

Mon., January 3, 2012- School Reopens

         I hope you and your families enjoy the holiday break and the time together.  I want you all to know how thankful I am to be your child’s teacher.   Each child has touched my heart in a special and unique way. I am grateful to be part of their lives.  To all of you, thank you for sharing them with me each day.

Mrs. D.

Science Test and Project

Good Afternoon Everyone-

I wanted to give you a heads up that the children will be having a Science Test on Monday.  The test will cover the information in Unit A Chapter Two of the Science Textbook.  The children should review the reading, look over the graphic organizer as well as all the workbook pages.  I will hold a learning lunch on Monday to go over the information one last time prior to the test.  I am confident that with some review this long weekend the children will do fine on the test.

I am also ending home instructions for an animal diorama project.  Please go over the information with your child tonight and help them to pace out their work.  We talked about the need to do a little bit each night so it all isn't left for the last day.

As always I appreciate all your help and support.  If you have any questions, please let me know.

Thanks-

Mrs. D

Veteran's Day Service Project Reminder

Dear Students and Parents-

Just a reminder that on Wednesday we will be putting together our care packages for the veteran’s in Mrs. Angerthal’s husband’s unit in Afghanistan.  Please remember to bring in any donations from the list provided to you last week.  For a full list of requested items you can go to www.give2thetroops.org for suggestions.

Parents, if you have time available to lend a hand with this project, please let your child’s teacher know.  We will need help filling out customs forms and sealing our packages. 

As always, we appreciate your attention and consideration.

Mrs. D.