5/19/22

 Burg's Buzz

nburg@crestonstmalachy.org

5/19/22

Science

Students experimented with sinking and floating. The students were asked to design an aluminum foil boat that could float. If the boat was able to float, pennies were added to see of the boat could handle weight. After doing the initial testing, as a class we discussed floating and sinking and what allows boats to float. Students then did a redesign if their boat sank or a different design if their boat was able to float.

Reading/Language Arts

The class is reading aloud the novel Poppy. The class has read through chapter 7. The class discusses vocabulary, identifies setting, and discusses comprehension as the story unfolds.

The lesson 25 weekly assessment results have been included in the take home folder. Also the FAST testing results have been included in the take home folder as well.

The students will take the ""End of the Year spelling post test on Friday, May 20th. This week students practiced the words using cursive handwriting. Please practice cursive handwriting over summer break.

The biography project/presentation rubrics have also been included in the take home folders. Overall the students did a FABULOUS job of presenting the information learned.

Math

The third grade class continues to work with fractions. Students have been identifying whether a fraction is greater than or less than another fraction using same denominators and same numerators.

Third graders have reviewed telling time and measurement.

Mass on May 25th

For the mass on Wednesday, May 25th, students are asked to wear vacation shirt and shorts. No mass attire is required. This will also be the day those students raising at least $50 will get to silly spray Mr. McCabe.

Music Concert

The spring music concert is scheduled for Wednesday, May 25th at 6 PM at the Creston High School gym. A dress rehearsal will take place on during the afternoon of the 25th. A permission slip has been included in the take home folder. Please return back to school as soon as possible.

Last Day of School

The last day of school is scheduled for Thursday, May 26th. Field Day is planned from 9:45 AM-11:45 AM. Students are asked to wear tennis shoes. Students may also bring a blanket to sit on. We will take water bottles across to the activities. School will be dismissed at 12:10 PM. No lunch will be served on the last day of school.

Important Dates

Friday, May 20th-Spirit Day $1

Wednesday, May 25th-Music Concert Practice in the Afternoon

Wednesday, May 25th-Spring Music Concert 6 PM

Thursday, May 26th-3 Hour Early Dismissal

Thank you parents for a TERRIFIC school year. I have enjoyed watching each student progress with his/her skills. I have enjoyed building a relationship with each student. I truly love my job, and it is because of the great students and wonderful parent support.