2-4- 21

 Burg's Buzz   

2-4-21

nburg@crestonstmalachy.org

Reading/Language Arts

Finally a "normal" week of being back in the reading series. This week the class is reading "Judy Moody Save the World" and "My Smelly Pet" by Megan McDonald.  In these humorous fiction selections follow Judy learning that saving the world isn't easy and learn about her "pet" she brings to school. The comprehension skill reviewed story structure (setting, characters, and plot). Students identified and used adjectives at the grammar skill. Students used context clues as the vocabulary strategy. The phonics skill covered the sounds of -air, -ear, and -are.

The results of the Unit 3 Benchmark test have been included in the take home folder.

Math

The third grade class is started division this week. Continue to practice the multiplication facts at home as well. I will send home results of the chapter test and basic facts test next week.

Science

The next chapter in science will focus on the solar system. Students are learning about the sun.

Reading Incentive Program

Six students met the reading goal for January. Good job to Brock, Hayden, Karsi, Indie, Kylin, and Kinsley for meeting the goal. The class read for a total of 4,324 minutes. Hayden read the most minutes for the month. Keep reading and recording minutes. The program will take place in February and March.

Valentine's Day Party

Third grade will celebrate Valentine's Day on Friday, February 12th. Students may bring a valentine card with a small treat for each classmate. A class list has been included in the take home folder. If sending valentines, please send one for each student in the class.

Auction Items

Donations are still be accepted for the "Shop Local" basket and silent auction cookbook. Please have donations in by February 11th. I also still need recipes from a few students. The St. Malachy Foundation Gala will take place on Saturday, February 27th.

Important Dates

Thursday, February 11th-Mrs. Burg Absent from School

Friday, February 12th-Spirit Day $1

Friday, February 12th-Valentine's Day Class Party

Friday, February 19th-End of the Second Trimester

Monday, February 22nd-Late Slips Start in 3rd Grade

Wednesday, February 24th-3rd Grade Leads Mass

Friday, February 26th-Spirit Day $1

Saturday, February 27th-Foundation Gala and Auction