Dear Families,
Happy Birthday to Aattoja on December 30, Reid on January 1, and Kedaar on January 4!
Christmas always reminds me of special times with loved ones. It is a time when we can enjoy our family and friends. I am definitely taking time to count all of my blessings during the holiday season.
Thank you to all who volunteered to help with our wonderful winter party! I so appreciate you, Veena Hosur and Jeanette Dunbar, and our 3rd grade room moms, for making sure our party was filled with tons of fun. It was a great way to begin the holidays!
I am also very grateful for the thoughtful cards, yummy sweets, awesome gifts, hugs from my sweet students, and the generous gift card from my class, but even more, I am thankful that I have your child in my class. It has been an amazing year so far, and I look forward to continue to learn and grow together in the New Year. Happy Holidays!!
See you all next year,
Mrs. McDonald
Third Grade and CCE Campus News
January Character Trait: HELPFUL
SCIENCE FAIR INFORMATION
Participation in Science Fair is not mandatory for students, however we welcome entries from all grade levels. Science Fair Information packets can be found on the Canyon Creek website and the links below.
All entries must complete the Science Fair Entry Form by January 10th. Projects are due on 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 16, 2018. Students submitting projects in grades 3- 5 will be judged in pursuit of attending the Austin Energy Regional Science Fair that takes place on Saturday, February 23, 2018. Students in grades K-2, will be judged locally at CCE only. We will provide more information for those students selected to advance to the Austin Energy Regional Science Fair.
CCES Science Fair Information Packet
Austin Energy Science Fair Schedule
Science Fair Entry Form
HOMEWORK
MATH UPDATE: We are working to connect multiplication and division facts. This is very difficult when you don’t know your multiplication facts Please work on instant recall of basic facts during the holiday break!
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for January 8-11, 2019
Math - Geometry - 2D shapes
Reading - Traditional Literature
Writing - New Year Resolutions
Spelling - No Spelling
Social Studies - Landforms
Science - Soil is a natural resource
IMPORTANT DATES
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Tuesday, January 8th - Students return to school
Wednesday, January 16th - Science Fair Projects Due, 8:00 a.m.
Monday, January 21st - Holiday, No School
Thursday, January 24th - STEAM Night, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Friday, December 21, 2018
Saturday, December 15, 2018
It's the Holiday Season!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Manuel for being our marvelous MVP of the week! We enjoyed learning more about our special friend when he shared his banner with us.
Happy Birthday to Shreya (Saturday)!
Wow! What a fun and exciting week! Thank you for all of the support you provided to make December ‘Round the World a success! So PROUD of our talented third graders, most of all, thank you to Mrs. Martin for her leadership and time!.
We had a magical time at the Austin Nutcracker Ballet at the Long Center. It is by far one of my favorite ballets. It definitely puts me in the holiday spirit, and our third graders were amazing.
Also, thank you PTA for providing the yummy cookies for the annual staff cookie swap! It is such a treat and my family and I truly appreciate them!
It is hard believe it is the last week of school before winter break! This fall semester has really flown by. I am so proud of the hard work all of my students have done so far, and very excited to see how much more they will accomplish when we start the new year and spring semester. Thank you for the continued support, and I hope to see all of you at our Winter Party on Wednesday at 2:00 pm.
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
Third Grade and CCE Campus News
December Character Trait: FLEXIBLE
WINTER PARTY “FAST PASS"
Avoid the lines! If you are planning on helping or attending your child’s holiday party, please fill out this short form and we will pre-print your badge. If you are the Room Mom or Dad and you will be setting up the party, select Volunteer. Thank you. Please see the important information below about child care.
Fast Pass Link
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY
Our class holiday party is on Wednesday, December 19th from 2:00 - 2:50. All parents are invited to attend. Hope to see you! As another reminder, due to school policy and space limitations, siblings are not allowed at the party. This is a special time for third graders and their parents so please set up childcare plans.
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY CHILDCARE
Childcare will be available for siblings (at least 1 year old) during the Winter Holiday Parties scheduled for Wednesday, December 19th. We provide this service since younger siblings are not permitted in the classrooms during parties. You may drop your child off at 1:55 p.m. and the center will be open until 3:00 p.m. A donation of $8 per child is requested (cash only). Reservations are required and will be accepted until Monday, December 17th or until space fills up. (Further details will be provided when reservations are made) To make a reservation, please email our Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda at lisette_castaneda@roundrockisd.org. Please include the name and age of the child(ren) you will be dropping off and a contact phone number.
SCIENCE FAIR INFORMATION
Participation in Science Fair is not mandatory for students, however we welcome entries from all grade levels. Science Fair Information packets can be found on the Canyon Creek website and the link below.
All entries must complete the Science Fair Entry Form by January 10th. Projects are due on 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 16, 2018. Students submitting projects in grades 3- 5 will be judged in pursuit of attending the Austin Energy Regional Science Fair that takes place on Saturday, February 23, 2018. Students in grades K-2, will be judged locally at CCE only. We will provide more information for those students selected to advance to the Austin Energy Regional Science Fair.
CCES Science Fair Information Packet
Austin Energy Science Fair Schedule
HOMEWORK
MATH UPDATE: We are working to connect multiplication and division facts. This is very difficult when you don’t know your multiplication facts Please work on instant recall of basic facts during the holiday break!
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for December 17-19, 2018
Math - Introducing Geometry
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Personal Narrative
Spelling - No Spelling or Reading Response Logs until the new year
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Earth’s Natural Forces
IMPORTANT DATES
Wed, December 19th - Winder Party Day at 2:00 p.m.
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Tues, January 8th - Students return to school
Wed, January 16th - Science Fair Projects Due , 8:00 a.m.
Mon, January 21st - Holiday, No School
Thurs, January 24th - STEAM Night, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Congratulations to Manuel for being our marvelous MVP of the week! We enjoyed learning more about our special friend when he shared his banner with us.
Happy Birthday to Shreya (Saturday)!
Wow! What a fun and exciting week! Thank you for all of the support you provided to make December ‘Round the World a success! So PROUD of our talented third graders, most of all, thank you to Mrs. Martin for her leadership and time!.
We had a magical time at the Austin Nutcracker Ballet at the Long Center. It is by far one of my favorite ballets. It definitely puts me in the holiday spirit, and our third graders were amazing.
Also, thank you PTA for providing the yummy cookies for the annual staff cookie swap! It is such a treat and my family and I truly appreciate them!
It is hard believe it is the last week of school before winter break! This fall semester has really flown by. I am so proud of the hard work all of my students have done so far, and very excited to see how much more they will accomplish when we start the new year and spring semester. Thank you for the continued support, and I hope to see all of you at our Winter Party on Wednesday at 2:00 pm.
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
Third Grade and CCE Campus News
December Character Trait: FLEXIBLE
WINTER PARTY “FAST PASS"
Avoid the lines! If you are planning on helping or attending your child’s holiday party, please fill out this short form and we will pre-print your badge. If you are the Room Mom or Dad and you will be setting up the party, select Volunteer. Thank you. Please see the important information below about child care.
Fast Pass Link
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY
Our class holiday party is on Wednesday, December 19th from 2:00 - 2:50. All parents are invited to attend. Hope to see you! As another reminder, due to school policy and space limitations, siblings are not allowed at the party. This is a special time for third graders and their parents so please set up childcare plans.
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY CHILDCARE
Childcare will be available for siblings (at least 1 year old) during the Winter Holiday Parties scheduled for Wednesday, December 19th. We provide this service since younger siblings are not permitted in the classrooms during parties. You may drop your child off at 1:55 p.m. and the center will be open until 3:00 p.m. A donation of $8 per child is requested (cash only). Reservations are required and will be accepted until Monday, December 17th or until space fills up. (Further details will be provided when reservations are made) To make a reservation, please email our Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda at lisette_castaneda@roundrockisd.org. Please include the name and age of the child(ren) you will be dropping off and a contact phone number.
SCIENCE FAIR INFORMATION
Participation in Science Fair is not mandatory for students, however we welcome entries from all grade levels. Science Fair Information packets can be found on the Canyon Creek website and the link below.
All entries must complete the Science Fair Entry Form by January 10th. Projects are due on 8:00 a.m. on Wednesday, January 16, 2018. Students submitting projects in grades 3- 5 will be judged in pursuit of attending the Austin Energy Regional Science Fair that takes place on Saturday, February 23, 2018. Students in grades K-2, will be judged locally at CCE only. We will provide more information for those students selected to advance to the Austin Energy Regional Science Fair.
CCES Science Fair Information Packet
Austin Energy Science Fair Schedule
HOMEWORK
MATH UPDATE: We are working to connect multiplication and division facts. This is very difficult when you don’t know your multiplication facts Please work on instant recall of basic facts during the holiday break!
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for December 17-19, 2018
Math - Introducing Geometry
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Personal Narrative
Spelling - No Spelling or Reading Response Logs until the new year
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Earth’s Natural Forces
IMPORTANT DATES
Wed, December 19th - Winder Party Day at 2:00 p.m.
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Tues, January 8th - Students return to school
Wed, January 16th - Science Fair Projects Due , 8:00 a.m.
Mon, January 21st - Holiday, No School
Thurs, January 24th - STEAM Night, 6:00-7:00 p.m.
Sunday, December 9, 2018
December 'Round the World!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Benny for being our marvelous MVP last week. We enjoyed to learning more about our special friend when he shared his banner with us.
Also, congratulations to Luke, Sam, and Varun for being three of the winners to have lunch with author, Nathan Hale! Way to Go!
What another wonderful week in Third Grade! Participating in the Hour of Code, programing Spheros, and listening to holiday music from the Grisham Band, Orchestra, and Choir were some of the highlights! These days seem to just be flying by, and our winter break is approaching soon.
I am super excited for you all to join us for the December ‘Round the World performance on Wednesday, December 12th at 8:00 a.m. This magical musical definitely puts me in the holiday spirits. I am so proud of our 3rd graders, and a HUGE thank you to Mrs. Martin!
Also, I truly appreciate you all for sending in permission slips, STAAR forms, and jars to school. Thank you for your continued support!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS NEWS
December Character Trait: FLEXIBLE
DECEMBER AROUND THE WORLD
Please continue to work on speaking parts! Many students have them memorized, but need to speak with enthusiasm!
Performances are at 8:00 a.m. on 12/11 & 12/12. Please have students come either in costume (American, Hanukkah, Diwali, Chinese and German scenes) or prepared to get into costumes here (African, Spanish, and those borrowing costumes)
Hair needs to be fixed/combed. Students will need a change of clothes. The plan is to hang up costumes and send them home that afternoon for the performance on Wednesday morning and apply the same procedure. If you have any questions please let me know! I appreciate your help!
FIELD TRIP
Third grade students are going on a field trip to see The Nutcracker at the Long Center this Thursday, December 13th. We plan to leave around 11:00 and returning after our lunch period. We will be eating at approximately 10:30 in our classrooms, so students should bring a lunch from home and a small snack for our return. Third graders will dress up for our ballet experience, so we will not be wearing CCE t-shirts. I just LOVE The Nutcracker!
HOUR OF CODE
We were very excited with programing last week. Our technology support, Ms. Owen, walked us through the “hour of code” available through our website on the Student Links page and introduced us to coding a Sphero (which will be apart of the 3rd Grade STEAM project). This was impressive and just might light the spark for future careers. Ask your children about it!
RECESS
During these winter months we just wanted to remind families that we do go out to recess each day as long as it's not raining. Some days may be chilly so please dress your child appropriately and send them with things that will keep them warm at recess on these cold days.
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY
Our class holiday party is on Wednesday, December 19th from 2:00 - 2:50. All parents are invited to attend. Hope to see you! As another reminder, due to school policy and space limitations, siblings are not allowed at the party. This is a special time for third graders and their parents so please set up childcare plans.
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY CHILDCARE
Childcare will be available for siblings (at least 1 year old) during the Winter Holiday Parties scheduled for Wednesday, December 19th. We provide this service since younger siblings are not permitted in the classrooms during parties. You may drop your child off at 1:55 p.m. and the center will be open until 3:00 p.m. A donation of $8 per child is requested (cash only). Reservations are required and will be accepted until Monday, December 17th or until space fills up. (Further details will be provided when reservations are made) To make a reservation, please email our Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda at lisette_castaneda@roundrockisd.org. Please include the name and age of the child(ren) you will be dropping off and a contact phone number.
HOMEWORK
MATH UPDATE: We are working to connect multiplication and division facts. This is very difficult when you don’t know your multiplication facts. Please work on instant recall of basic facts during the holiday break!
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for December 10-14, 2018
Math - Connection between Multiplication and Division
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Personal Narrative
Spelling - No Spelling This Week
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Earth’s Natural Forces
IMPORTANT DATES
Tues, December 11th- December 'Round the World Performance for school--8:00 am
Wed, December 12th - December 'Round the World Performance for parents--8:00 am
Thur, December 13th - Gr 3 Field Trip, The Nutcracker
Fri, December 14th - Author Visit - Nathan Hale
Wed, December 19th - Winder Party Day
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Congratulations to Benny for being our marvelous MVP last week. We enjoyed to learning more about our special friend when he shared his banner with us.
Also, congratulations to Luke, Sam, and Varun for being three of the winners to have lunch with author, Nathan Hale! Way to Go!
What another wonderful week in Third Grade! Participating in the Hour of Code, programing Spheros, and listening to holiday music from the Grisham Band, Orchestra, and Choir were some of the highlights! These days seem to just be flying by, and our winter break is approaching soon.
I am super excited for you all to join us for the December ‘Round the World performance on Wednesday, December 12th at 8:00 a.m. This magical musical definitely puts me in the holiday spirits. I am so proud of our 3rd graders, and a HUGE thank you to Mrs. Martin!
Also, I truly appreciate you all for sending in permission slips, STAAR forms, and jars to school. Thank you for your continued support!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS NEWS
December Character Trait: FLEXIBLE
DECEMBER AROUND THE WORLD
Please continue to work on speaking parts! Many students have them memorized, but need to speak with enthusiasm!
Performances are at 8:00 a.m. on 12/11 & 12/12. Please have students come either in costume (American, Hanukkah, Diwali, Chinese and German scenes) or prepared to get into costumes here (African, Spanish, and those borrowing costumes)
Hair needs to be fixed/combed. Students will need a change of clothes. The plan is to hang up costumes and send them home that afternoon for the performance on Wednesday morning and apply the same procedure. If you have any questions please let me know! I appreciate your help!
FIELD TRIP
Third grade students are going on a field trip to see The Nutcracker at the Long Center this Thursday, December 13th. We plan to leave around 11:00 and returning after our lunch period. We will be eating at approximately 10:30 in our classrooms, so students should bring a lunch from home and a small snack for our return. Third graders will dress up for our ballet experience, so we will not be wearing CCE t-shirts. I just LOVE The Nutcracker!
HOUR OF CODE
We were very excited with programing last week. Our technology support, Ms. Owen, walked us through the “hour of code” available through our website on the Student Links page and introduced us to coding a Sphero (which will be apart of the 3rd Grade STEAM project). This was impressive and just might light the spark for future careers. Ask your children about it!
RECESS
During these winter months we just wanted to remind families that we do go out to recess each day as long as it's not raining. Some days may be chilly so please dress your child appropriately and send them with things that will keep them warm at recess on these cold days.
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY
Our class holiday party is on Wednesday, December 19th from 2:00 - 2:50. All parents are invited to attend. Hope to see you! As another reminder, due to school policy and space limitations, siblings are not allowed at the party. This is a special time for third graders and their parents so please set up childcare plans.
WINTER HOLIDAY PARTY CHILDCARE
Childcare will be available for siblings (at least 1 year old) during the Winter Holiday Parties scheduled for Wednesday, December 19th. We provide this service since younger siblings are not permitted in the classrooms during parties. You may drop your child off at 1:55 p.m. and the center will be open until 3:00 p.m. A donation of $8 per child is requested (cash only). Reservations are required and will be accepted until Monday, December 17th or until space fills up. (Further details will be provided when reservations are made) To make a reservation, please email our Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda at lisette_castaneda@roundrockisd.org. Please include the name and age of the child(ren) you will be dropping off and a contact phone number.
HOMEWORK
MATH UPDATE: We are working to connect multiplication and division facts. This is very difficult when you don’t know your multiplication facts. Please work on instant recall of basic facts during the holiday break!
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for December 10-14, 2018
Math - Connection between Multiplication and Division
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Personal Narrative
Spelling - No Spelling This Week
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Earth’s Natural Forces
IMPORTANT DATES
Tues, December 11th- December 'Round the World Performance for school--8:00 am
Wed, December 12th - December 'Round the World Performance for parents--8:00 am
Thur, December 13th - Gr 3 Field Trip, The Nutcracker
Fri, December 14th - Author Visit - Nathan Hale
Wed, December 19th - Winder Party Day
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Sunday, December 2, 2018
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Aattoja for being our marvelous MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special friend when she shared her banner with us on Friday.
What a great week for 3rd grade! Everyone came back rested and ready for school. We’ve been very productive. For the next three weeks we’ll be pressing on with our studies, but also enjoying some fun crafts and performances. Watch out December, here we come!
Warmly,
Mrs. McDonald
Character Word for December: FLEXIBLE
GLASS JARS NEEDED
Each child will need a glass jar (salsa type jars, short with a wide opening) for a class project. The label should be removed, and the jar should be empty, washed out, and dry. Jars are needed by the end of the week (Friday, December 7th). Any extra jars sent in would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!
STAAR MASTER PRACTICE BOOKS
Please return the order forms and payment for STAAR Master practice books by Tuesday,, December 11th. The form was in this week’s Tuesday folder. Even if you are not ordering, please indicate on the order form and return it to school. Thank you!
DECEMBER 'ROUND THE WORLD
Students received their parts for our third grade production of December 'Round the World in their Tuesday folder. Early morning rehearsals start Tuesday, November 27th from 7:20-7:45. Please check your schedule to determine which morning your child will need make plans to attend.
Monday, December 3: Speakers 1-14; Japanese, Korean, Spanish Scenes
Tuesday, December 4: Speakers 15-26; Chinese & Diwali Scenes
Wednesday, December 5: Speakers 27-31; German Scene
Thursday, December 6: Speakers 32-49; African & Hanukkah Scenes
Friday, December 7: Speakers 50-52; December in America Scene
If your child has a speaking part in “December ‘Round the World,” he/she should have their lines memorized. Now is the time to work on projection. Have your child spend a few minutes each night saying their lines SLOWLY and LOUDLY.
NUTCRACKER FIELD TRIP
Thank you for returning your child’s permission slip to our annual “Nutcracker” performance. The date is December 13th and we are seeing the second act. Due to the timing, we need ALL students to bring lunch from home that day. We will eat in our class before we board the bus. Also, I encourage the children to dress appropriately. Some of us like to really dress up. This is always one of my favorite field trips that we attend.
TAG REFERRAL- 2018-2019
The window to refer students for TAG testing opened Monday, November 12, 2018 and will close Friday, December 7, 2018 at 4:00pm. If you would like to refer a student for testing please visit the campus website under "What's Happening" for more information.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for December 3-7, 2018
Math - Connection between Multiplication and Division
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Personal Narrative
Spelling - Unit 12
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Earth’s Natural Forces
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, December 5th - Bush’s Spirit Night
Thursday, December 6th - Singing Stars Holiday Concert, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, December 7th - Deadline for TAG Referral, 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12th - Gr 3 Musical Performance 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 13th - Gr 3 Field Trip, the Nutcracker
Friday, December 14th - Author Visit - Nathan Hale
Wednesday, December 19th - Winder Party Day
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Congratulations to Aattoja for being our marvelous MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special friend when she shared her banner with us on Friday.
What a great week for 3rd grade! Everyone came back rested and ready for school. We’ve been very productive. For the next three weeks we’ll be pressing on with our studies, but also enjoying some fun crafts and performances. Watch out December, here we come!
Warmly,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS NEWS
GLASS JARS NEEDED
Each child will need a glass jar (salsa type jars, short with a wide opening) for a class project. The label should be removed, and the jar should be empty, washed out, and dry. Jars are needed by the end of the week (Friday, December 7th). Any extra jars sent in would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!
STAAR MASTER PRACTICE BOOKS
Please return the order forms and payment for STAAR Master practice books by Tuesday,, December 11th. The form was in this week’s Tuesday folder. Even if you are not ordering, please indicate on the order form and return it to school. Thank you!
DECEMBER 'ROUND THE WORLD
Students received their parts for our third grade production of December 'Round the World in their Tuesday folder. Early morning rehearsals start Tuesday, November 27th from 7:20-7:45. Please check your schedule to determine which morning your child will need make plans to attend.
Monday, December 3: Speakers 1-14; Japanese, Korean, Spanish Scenes
Tuesday, December 4: Speakers 15-26; Chinese & Diwali Scenes
Wednesday, December 5: Speakers 27-31; German Scene
Thursday, December 6: Speakers 32-49; African & Hanukkah Scenes
Friday, December 7: Speakers 50-52; December in America Scene
If your child has a speaking part in “December ‘Round the World,” he/she should have their lines memorized. Now is the time to work on projection. Have your child spend a few minutes each night saying their lines SLOWLY and LOUDLY.
NUTCRACKER FIELD TRIP
Thank you for returning your child’s permission slip to our annual “Nutcracker” performance. The date is December 13th and we are seeing the second act. Due to the timing, we need ALL students to bring lunch from home that day. We will eat in our class before we board the bus. Also, I encourage the children to dress appropriately. Some of us like to really dress up. This is always one of my favorite field trips that we attend.
TAG REFERRAL- 2018-2019
The window to refer students for TAG testing opened Monday, November 12, 2018 and will close Friday, December 7, 2018 at 4:00pm. If you would like to refer a student for testing please visit the campus website under "What's Happening" for more information.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for December 3-7, 2018
Math - Connection between Multiplication and Division
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Personal Narrative
Spelling - Unit 12
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Earth’s Natural Forces
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, December 5th - Bush’s Spirit Night
Thursday, December 6th - Singing Stars Holiday Concert, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, December 7th - Deadline for TAG Referral, 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12th - Gr 3 Musical Performance 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 13th - Gr 3 Field Trip, the Nutcracker
Friday, December 14th - Author Visit - Nathan Hale
Wednesday, December 19th - Winder Party Day
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Saturday, November 24, 2018
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Kedaar for being our marvelous MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special friend when he shared his banner. We also had fun celebrating Exodus' birthday, too! Happy Birthday Exodus last Saturday!
Thank you all for the sweet card and Target gift card! I so appreciate you thinking of me. Also, thank you so much for all your donations for our Stone Soup. Our soup was a delicious treat and it all started with one stone.
The CCE Library and I thank you for your purchases at our Fall Book Fair. The proceeds always go back to our students in materials and guest author visits. Thank you for your generous support and all the books that you donated to our classroom library!
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving Break and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. It is during this time of year we reflect on things for which we are thankful for. I am truly grateful to be a part of this amazing Canyon Creek community and being your child’s third grade teacher.
With a thankful heart,
Mrs. McDonald
Character Word for November: ATTENTIVE
DECEMBER 'ROUND THE WORLD
Students received their parts for the third grade production of December 'Round the World in their Tuesday folder. Early morning rehearsals start Tuesday, November 27th from 7:20-7:45. Please check your schedule to determine which morning your child will need make plans to attend.
Tuesday, November 27: Speakers 1-26; Korean, Spanish, Chinese & Diwali Scenes
Wednesday, November 28: Speakers 27-49; German, African & Hanukkah Scenes
Thursday, November 29: Speakers 50-52; December in America Scene
Monday, December 3: Speakers 1-14; Japanese, Korean, Spanish Scenes
Tuesday, December 4: Speakers 15-26; Chinese & Diwali Scenes
Wednesday, December 5: Speakers 27-31; German Scene
Thursday, December 6: Speakers 32-49; African & Hanukkah Scenes
Friday, December 7: Speakers 50-52; December in America Scene
If your child has a speaking part in December ‘Round the World, he/she should have their lines memorized. Now is the time to work on projection. Have your child spend a few minutes each night saying their lines SLOWLY and LOUDLY.
TAG REFERRAL- 2018-2019
The window to refer students for TAG testing will open Monday, November 12, 2018 and will close Friday, December 7, 2018 at 4:00pm. If you would like to refer a student for testing please visit the campus website under "What's Happening" for more information.
PICTURE RETAKES
For those who ordered a school picture package, if you are not satisfied with your child's pictures, return the entire packet to school and we will hold onto them until re-takes on November 29th.
RECESS
Please make sure your child is dressed for the cold/damp weather. We try to make it outside unless there is rain or freezing temperatures.
MULTIPLICATION MADNESS
3rd Graders now have strategies for multiplying by 0, 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 & 10.
x0=0
x1=the non-one factor
x2= double the non-2 factor
x4= double, double the non-4 factor
x5= half of the non-5 factor’s tens product
x8= double, double, double the non-8 factor
x10= add a zero to the non-10 factor
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our Book Buck Libraries with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for November 26-30, 2018
Math - Fractions
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Procedural Text
Spelling - Unit 12
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Gravity and Magnetism
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, November 28th - Coffee Chat, 7:45-8:00 a.m.
Thursday, November 29th - Picture Retakes
Wednesday, December 5th - Bush’s Spirit Night
Thursday, December 6th - Singing Stars Holiday Concert, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, December 7th - Deadline for TAG Referral, 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12th - Gr 3 Musical Performance 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 13th - Gr 3 Field Trip, the Nutcracker
Wednesday, December 19th - Winder Party Day
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Congratulations to Kedaar for being our marvelous MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special friend when he shared his banner. We also had fun celebrating Exodus' birthday, too! Happy Birthday Exodus last Saturday!
Thank you all for the sweet card and Target gift card! I so appreciate you thinking of me. Also, thank you so much for all your donations for our Stone Soup. Our soup was a delicious treat and it all started with one stone.
The CCE Library and I thank you for your purchases at our Fall Book Fair. The proceeds always go back to our students in materials and guest author visits. Thank you for your generous support and all the books that you donated to our classroom library!
I hope you all had a great Thanksgiving Break and enjoyed spending time with family and friends. It is during this time of year we reflect on things for which we are thankful for. I am truly grateful to be a part of this amazing Canyon Creek community and being your child’s third grade teacher.
With a thankful heart,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS NEWS
Character Word for November: ATTENTIVE
DECEMBER 'ROUND THE WORLD
Students received their parts for the third grade production of December 'Round the World in their Tuesday folder. Early morning rehearsals start Tuesday, November 27th from 7:20-7:45. Please check your schedule to determine which morning your child will need make plans to attend.
Tuesday, November 27: Speakers 1-26; Korean, Spanish, Chinese & Diwali Scenes
Wednesday, November 28: Speakers 27-49; German, African & Hanukkah Scenes
Thursday, November 29: Speakers 50-52; December in America Scene
Monday, December 3: Speakers 1-14; Japanese, Korean, Spanish Scenes
Tuesday, December 4: Speakers 15-26; Chinese & Diwali Scenes
Wednesday, December 5: Speakers 27-31; German Scene
Thursday, December 6: Speakers 32-49; African & Hanukkah Scenes
Friday, December 7: Speakers 50-52; December in America Scene
If your child has a speaking part in December ‘Round the World, he/she should have their lines memorized. Now is the time to work on projection. Have your child spend a few minutes each night saying their lines SLOWLY and LOUDLY.
TAG REFERRAL- 2018-2019
The window to refer students for TAG testing will open Monday, November 12, 2018 and will close Friday, December 7, 2018 at 4:00pm. If you would like to refer a student for testing please visit the campus website under "What's Happening" for more information.
PICTURE RETAKES
For those who ordered a school picture package, if you are not satisfied with your child's pictures, return the entire packet to school and we will hold onto them until re-takes on November 29th.
RECESS
Please make sure your child is dressed for the cold/damp weather. We try to make it outside unless there is rain or freezing temperatures.
MULTIPLICATION MADNESS
3rd Graders now have strategies for multiplying by 0, 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 & 10.
x0=0
x1=the non-one factor
x2= double the non-2 factor
x4= double, double the non-4 factor
x5= half of the non-5 factor’s tens product
x8= double, double, double the non-8 factor
x10= add a zero to the non-10 factor
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our Book Buck Libraries with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for November 26-30, 2018
Math - Fractions
Reading - Biographies and Autobiographies
Writing - Procedural Text
Spelling - Unit 12
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Gravity and Magnetism
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, November 28th - Coffee Chat, 7:45-8:00 a.m.
Thursday, November 29th - Picture Retakes
Wednesday, December 5th - Bush’s Spirit Night
Thursday, December 6th - Singing Stars Holiday Concert, 6:30 p.m.
Friday, December 7th - Deadline for TAG Referral, 4:00 p.m.
Wednesday, December 12th - Gr 3 Musical Performance 8:00 a.m.
Thursday, December 13th - Gr 3 Field Trip, the Nutcracker
Wednesday, December 19th - Winder Party Day
December 20 - January 7th - Winter Break, No School
Sunday, November 11, 2018
Truly Thankful
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Lucia for being our marvelous MVP of the week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us.
Our Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast is Wednesday, November 14th during your child’s regular lunch time (12:12-12:42). If you RSVP’d to eat, please be sure to bring cash to pay for your meal. The meal price is $3.65 for all guests (small bills or exact dollar amount is greatly appreciated). If we have already scanned your ID this year, you can avoid waiting in line and have your badge pre-printed. Click on this form and we will have your badge ready! If you did not RSVP for the Feast but want to attend, you are welcome to bring a sack lunch and join us!
On Friday morning, our CCE students enjoyed a moving and informative Veteran’s Day program. Special thanks to Mrs. Martin, the 5th grade performers and our veterans for sharing their experiences serving our country.
I would like to express my gratitude to those of you who have served or have a loved one serving in our military. Your service and sacrifice is appreciated. I am truly thankful to work at such a lovely and compassionate school.
Thanks so much,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS NEWS
Character Word for November: ATTENTIVE
WWHS THEATER PRODUCTION
On Tuesday, November 13th third grade students will visit the PAC. We will watch the play, The Coloring Book. Students will need a lunch from home, as we most likely will be eating lunch in our classroom after we return from the performance.
STONE SOUP
On Friday, November 16, 2018, our third graders will participate in a cross- cultural exploration of the classic story Stone Soup. We will be cooking a batch in class and share it while we talk about the first Thanksgiving. There are still some slots available if you would like to donate an ingredient for our soup. You can click on this Signup Genius Link to volunteer. You can send your items in on Thursday or Friday morning. Thank you all for your donations!
CCE FALL BOOK FAIR
It's Book Fair time! Our book fair brings kids the books they want to read and raises funds for library programs such as author visits. Students brought home wish lists on Friday, Nov 9, and we will be open for shopping all next week.
To SHOP ONLINE, click here! Books will be sent to school and delivered to student (or if they are gifts, we can hold them in the library - contact the library to let us know:).
To VOLUNTEER, click here! We need you!
IN-LIBRARY shopping hours:
Mon, November 12 7:20 am – 3:30 pm
Tues, November 13 7:20 am – 5:45 pm (LATER HOURS)
Wed, November 14, 7:20 am – 3:30 pm
Thu, November 15, 7:20 am – 4: 40 pm (LATER HOURS)
Fri, November 16, 7:20 – NOON (CLOSING EARLY)
TAG REFERRAL- 2018-2019
The window to refer students for TAG testing will open Monday, November 12, 2018 and will close Friday, December 7, 2018 at 4:00pm. If you would like to refer a student for testing please visit the campus website under "What's Happening" for more information.
DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP WEEK
Round Rock ISD is celebrating Digital Citizenship Week November 12th-16th. Students will be learning and refreshing their memories about Digital Citizenship and what it means to stay safe and make good choices while using the internet.
PICTURE RETAKES
For those who ordered a school picture package, if you are not satisfied with your child's pictures, return the entire packet to school and we will hold onto them until re-takes on November 29th.
RECESS
Please make sure your child is dressed for the cold/damp weather. We try to make it outside unless it is raining or freezing temperatures.
MULTIPLICATION MADNESS
3rd Graders now have strategies for multiplying by 0, 1, 2, 4, 5, 8 & 10.
x0=0
x1=the non-one factor
x2= double the non-2 factor
x4= double,double the non-4 factor
x5= half of the non-5 factor’s tens product
x8= double,double,double the non-8 factor
x10= add a zero to the non-10 factor
Yes, fancy language...it’s the same way we learned it but using the language/vocabulary of math. We are now working on fluency. Please work with your student to gain instant recall of these basic facts. Then we can reserve our strategies for larger numbers!
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for November 12-16, 2018
Math - Fractions
Reading - Non-fiction Text Structures
Writing - Grammar and Conventions, Expository Essays
Spelling - Unit 11
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Forms of Energy
IMPORTANT DATES
November 12-15th - CCE Scholastic Book Fair
Tues, November 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Performing Arts Center
PTA Meeting, 5:45 p.m.
Gr 5 Musical Performance and Art Gallery, 6:30 p.m.
Wed, November 14th - Thanksgiving lunch (12:12-12:42)
Fri, November 16th - Stone Soup in our classroom
Kona Ice, after school
November 19th-23rd - Thanksgiving Break, No School
Wed, November 28th - Coffee Chat, 7:45-8:00 a.m.
Thur, November 29th - Picture Retakes
Wed, December 5th - Bush’s Spirit Night
Saturday, November 3, 2018
Season of Blessings!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Sam for being our MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when he shared his banner with us on Monday.
Kudos to all the students who participated in the "Reading is Fairy Good for Every Gnome!" Program! I am so PROUD of our life-long readers!
It's hard to believe that we are just weeks away from the Thanksgiving break! I thank you in advance for the continued support on nightly homework as we are getting into the season of busy evenings.
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
TAG PARENT REFERRAL INFORMATION MEETING
For all families interested in finding out more about referring a student (who is not currently identified) for TAG testing. Please join us on November 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCE Library.
NEWS FROM OUR CCE LIBRARY
Mark your calendars for our annual CCE Fall Scholastic Book Fair the week of November 12-16th. What a great opportunity to purchase books for your child!
THIRD GRADE FIELD TRIP TO THE PAC
Third graders will enjoy a performance of “The Coloring Book” by the Westwood High School Theater Department on November 13th. Permission slips will be going home in your child’s Tuesday folder this week. We will be eating lunch when we arrive back to school, but just in case we are late for our regularly scheduled lunch, it is a good idea for your child to bring a sack lunch from home that we can eat in the classroom.
THANKSGIVING FEAST
Our Annual Thanksgiving Day Feast is Wednesday, November 14th during your child’s regular lunch time (12:12-12:42). We love to have family members join us!
PICTURE RETAKES
For those who ordered a school picture package, if you are not satisfied with your child's pictures, return the entire packet to school and we will hold onto them until re-takes on November 29th.
RECESS
Please make sure your child is dressed for the cold/damp weather. We try to make it outside unless it is raining or there are freezing temperatures.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each Friday students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each Thursday. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for November 5-9, 2018
Math - Fractions
Reading - Non-fiction Text Structures, Cause and Effect
Writing - Grammar and Conventions, Expository Essays
Spelling - Unit 10
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Forms of Energy
IMPORTANT DATES
Tues, November 6th - TAG Referral Meeting, CCE Library 6:00 p.m.
Fri, November 9th - Veterans’ Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
November 12-15th - CCE Scholastic Book Fair
Tues, November 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Performing Arts Center
PTA Meeting, 5:45 p.m.
Gr 5 Musical Performance and Art Gallery, 6:30 p.m.
Wed, November 14th - Thanksgiving lunch at CCE
Fri, November 16th - Stone Soup in our classroom
Kona Ice, after school
November 19th-23rd - Thanksgiving Break, No School
Sunday, October 28, 2018
Happy Halloween!
Dear Parents,
Happy Birthday to Lucia on Friday!
Also Congratulations to Aya for being our MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us on Monday!
Red Ribbon Week was a huge success! We enjoyed celebrating the happiness that making healthy choices brings!
Thank you 4th Grade PTA for providing lunch for the CCE staff on Friday. It sure was delicious, and we truly appreciate your hospitality.
The library reading log, "Reading is Fairy Good for EveryGnome!" is due on Friday, November 9th. I am encouraging 100% participation! Congratulations to those who have already completed the program.
This first half of third grade is zooming by! This week promises to keep the busy feeling going with not only all the amazing things we are learning everyday in the classroom, but also we have the excitement of Halloween thrown in there as well. I hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween night and aren’t too tired on Thursday.
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
COATS FOR KIDS
Any spare change can be donated to Coats for Kids. Students that bring money can be on the morning announcements putting their coins in the CCE jar! Additionally, the grade level that donates the most wins stress squishies! The Coats for Kids program continues to thrive and help keep so many Central Texas kids warm each winter. Please consider donating!
SPOOKY STORY TIME
Canyon Creek Siblings 5 and under, join us on Tuesday, October 30th from 10:30-11am at CCE for Spooky Story Time with our Librarian! Non-Scary Costumes are welcome but not necessary. Parents must stay with their children. Contact Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda at Lisette_castaneda@roundrockisd.org to RSVP.
TAG PARENT REFERRAL INFORMATION MEETING
For all families interested in finding out more about referring a student (who is not currently identified) for TAG testing. Please join us on November 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCE Library.
ROBOLAB NEWS
Welcome to a new year of Robolab! This fall, 3rd graders will learn about potential and kinetic energy as we build and experiment with a hand generator and a solar-powered Ferris wheel. Parent volunteers help make Robolab even more fun for everyone. Come join your child and see what they are doing! You do not need to know anything about Legos or alternative energy; you only need to ready to encourage the children to solve problems and supervise them while they do experiments with what they build. Thank you for volunteering!
Robolab date for our class is: Thursday, November 1st
Click here for more information and to sign up for Robolab
Note that you will need to be registered as a volunteer with RRISD in order to participate. The link to register is here.
PICTURE RETAKES
For those who ordered a school picture package, if you are not satisfied with your child's pictures, return the entire packet to school and we will hold onto them until re-takes on November 29th.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from Education Galaxy, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 29-November 2, 2018
Math - Multiplication: 2’s (double), 4’s (double, double) and 8’s (double, double, double)
Reading - Non-fiction Text Structures, Main Idea
Writing - Grammar and Conventions, Expository Essays
Spelling - Unit 9
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Energy
IMPORTANT DATES
Tuesday, October 30th Silly Spooky Stories for Siblings, CCE Library 10:30 a.m
Report Cards Go Home
Thurs, November 1st Mrs. McDonald's Class at Robolab
Tues, November 6th TAG Referral Meeting, CCE Library 6:00 p.m.
Fri, November 9th Veterans’ Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
November 12-15 CCE Scholastic Book Fair
Tues, November 13th Grade 3 Field Trip to the Performing Arts Center
PTA Meeting 5:45
Gr 5 Musical Performance and Art Gallery, 6:30 p.m.
Wed, November 14th Thanksgiving lunch at CCE
Fri, November 16th Kona Ice, after school
November 19th-23rd Thanksgiving Break, No School
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Red Ribbon Week!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Luke for being our MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when he shared his banner with us on Thursday.
Welcome to the last full week of October and the first week of our second quarter of instruction! This week is a full one, as we look forward to participating in Red Ribbon!
Red Ribbon Week:
CCE will focus on ENCOURAGE-ing each other to live healthy. Below is information about the festivities:
Theme Days:
Monday: We are "RED-y" to live a healthy life! Wear red.
Tuesday: Say “PEACE” to living healthy. Wear peace signs or tie dye!
Wednesday: DON’T MATCH UP to an unhealthy lifestyle! Wear mismatched clothing.
Thursday: RUN AWAY from unhealthy things! Wear sports clothing.
Friday: Be a CCE SUPERHERO! Pledge to live healthy! Wear superhero related items.
Thank you for your support as many of you have made your donation to our classroom fund for our parties and various activities throughout the year. Please return your form as preparations for 3rd grade activities are underway. Forms are due by October 24th. I truly appreciate your generosity!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
FROM THE COUNSELOR
Character Word for October: ENCOURAGING
LIBRARY READING INCENTIVE
Keep Reading! The library “Reading is Fairy Good for EveryGnome!” kick off is in full swing. Students have until November 9th to read 6 books from different sections of the library. I am encouraging 100% participation! Kuddos to those who have already turned their form in.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for volunteers to assist with the upcoming PTA sponsored CCE Family Fun Run on Friday, October 26, 2018 at 6 pm. Each grade has been asked to decorate the trunk of a car for a post-run Trunk or Treat. We are asking for volunteers to:
--assist with decorating the trunk of the 3rd grade car before the race
OR
--donate candy to hand out during Trunk or Treat (nut-free candy required). Drop off is in the third grade hall!
OR
--hand out candy as the kids come by after the race.
If you would like to volunteer, please use the SignUpGenius link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D49A5A92EAAF94-trunk
TAG PARENT REFERRAL INFORMATION MEETING
For all families interested in finding out more about referring a student (who is not currently identified) for TAG testing. Please join us on November 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCE Library.
ROBOLAB NEWS
Welcome to a new year of Robolab! This fall, 3rd graders will learn about potential and kinetic energy as we build and experiment with a hand generator and a solar-powered Ferris wheel. Parent volunteers help make Robolab even more fun for everyone. Come join your child and see what they are doing! You do not need to know anything about Legos or alternative energy; you only need to ready to encourage the children to solve problems and supervise them while they do experiments with what they build. Thank you for volunteering!
Robolab date for our class is: Thursday, November 1st
Click here for more information and to sign up for Robolab
Note that you will need to be registered as a volunteer with RRISD in order to participate. The link to register is here.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could include Education Galaxy, another math app/game, flashcards, or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 22-26, 2018
Math - Multiplication: 2’s (double), 4’s (double, double) and 8’s (double, double, double)
Reading - Elements of Poetry
Writing - Crafting Poems
Spelling - Unit 8
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Energy
IMPORTANT DATES
October 22nd-26th - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 26th - PTA Run Wild Fun Run, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 30th - Silly Spooky Stories for Siblings, CCE Library 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, November 1st - Mrs. McDonald's Class at Robolab
Tuesday, November 6th - TAG Referral Meeting, CCE Library 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 9th - Veterans’ Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, November 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Performing Arts Center
PTA Meeting, 5:45 p.m
Gr 5 Musical Performance and Art Gallery, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 14th - Thanksgiving lunch at CCE
Friday, November 16th - Kona Ice, after school
November 19th-23rd - Thanksgiving Break, No School
Congratulations to Luke for being our MVP of the week. We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when he shared his banner with us on Thursday.
Welcome to the last full week of October and the first week of our second quarter of instruction! This week is a full one, as we look forward to participating in Red Ribbon!
Red Ribbon Week:
CCE will focus on ENCOURAGE-ing each other to live healthy. Below is information about the festivities:
Theme Days:
Monday: We are "RED-y" to live a healthy life! Wear red.
Tuesday: Say “PEACE” to living healthy. Wear peace signs or tie dye!
Wednesday: DON’T MATCH UP to an unhealthy lifestyle! Wear mismatched clothing.
Thursday: RUN AWAY from unhealthy things! Wear sports clothing.
Friday: Be a CCE SUPERHERO! Pledge to live healthy! Wear superhero related items.
Thank you for your support as many of you have made your donation to our classroom fund for our parties and various activities throughout the year. Please return your form as preparations for 3rd grade activities are underway. Forms are due by October 24th. I truly appreciate your generosity!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS:
FROM THE COUNSELOR
Character Word for October: ENCOURAGING
LIBRARY READING INCENTIVE
Keep Reading! The library “Reading is Fairy Good for EveryGnome!” kick off is in full swing. Students have until November 9th to read 6 books from different sections of the library. I am encouraging 100% participation! Kuddos to those who have already turned their form in.
VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for volunteers to assist with the upcoming PTA sponsored CCE Family Fun Run on Friday, October 26, 2018 at 6 pm. Each grade has been asked to decorate the trunk of a car for a post-run Trunk or Treat. We are asking for volunteers to:
--assist with decorating the trunk of the 3rd grade car before the race
OR
--donate candy to hand out during Trunk or Treat (nut-free candy required). Drop off is in the third grade hall!
OR
--hand out candy as the kids come by after the race.
If you would like to volunteer, please use the SignUpGenius link below.
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/30E0D49A5A92EAAF94-trunk
TAG PARENT REFERRAL INFORMATION MEETING
For all families interested in finding out more about referring a student (who is not currently identified) for TAG testing. Please join us on November 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCE Library.
ROBOLAB NEWS
Welcome to a new year of Robolab! This fall, 3rd graders will learn about potential and kinetic energy as we build and experiment with a hand generator and a solar-powered Ferris wheel. Parent volunteers help make Robolab even more fun for everyone. Come join your child and see what they are doing! You do not need to know anything about Legos or alternative energy; you only need to ready to encourage the children to solve problems and supervise them while they do experiments with what they build. Thank you for volunteering!
Robolab date for our class is: Thursday, November 1st
Click here for more information and to sign up for Robolab
Note that you will need to be registered as a volunteer with RRISD in order to participate. The link to register is here.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could include Education Galaxy, another math app/game, flashcards, or even a series of problems written by a parent.
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 22-26, 2018
Math - Multiplication: 2’s (double), 4’s (double, double) and 8’s (double, double, double)
Reading - Elements of Poetry
Writing - Crafting Poems
Spelling - Unit 8
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Energy
IMPORTANT DATES
October 22nd-26th - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 26th - PTA Run Wild Fun Run, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, October 30th - Silly Spooky Stories for Siblings, CCE Library 10:30 a.m.
Thursday, November 1st - Mrs. McDonald's Class at Robolab
Tuesday, November 6th - TAG Referral Meeting, CCE Library 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 9th - Veterans’ Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
Tuesday, November 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Performing Arts Center
PTA Meeting, 5:45 p.m
Gr 5 Musical Performance and Art Gallery, 6:30 p.m.
Wednesday, November 14th - Thanksgiving lunch at CCE
Friday, November 16th - Kona Ice, after school
November 19th-23rd - Thanksgiving Break, No School
Saturday, October 13, 2018
Autumn is in the Air!
Dear Parents,
A HUGE shout out to our class! They earned 50 compliments! Friday afternoon, the class voted to bring stuffed animals on Monday as their reward. I am so PROUD of them! Please remind your kiddo to bring a small stuffed animal Monday morning!
It was nice to get to sit down and chat with each of you to discuss your child’s accomplishments so far this year and the goals we will be working on in 3rd grade. The school year has really started off great, and I look forward to seeing how much your third grader learns and grows this year.
Thank you for your support as many of you have made your donation to our classroom fund for our parties and various activities throughout the year. Please return your yellow form as preparations for 3rd grade activities are underway. Forms are due by October 24th. I truly appreciate your generosity!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
FROM THE COUNSELOR
Character Word for October: ENCOURAGING
LIBRARY READING INCENTIVE
The library “Reading is Fairy Good for EveryGnome!” kick off is in full swing. This awesome program started Tuesday, October 2nd and ends on Friday, November 9th. Students need to read 6 books from specific sections of the library. I am encouraging 100% participation! Please talk to your child about what books they will be selecting. They can use those books to read as part of their Reading Response homework, too. Please let me know if you need an additional purple recording sheet.
EDUCATION GALAXY
We are super excited that Education Galaxy is available for Math & Reading practice! Students have their login information in their planners! Each child will have a program designed to fit their math and reading needs. Please take advantage of this program.
SILLY, SPOOKY STORIES FOR SIBLINGS
We would like to invite CCE Siblings 5 years of age and under to join us on Tuesday, October 30th from 10:30-11:00 am in the Library. We will have Story time with their future Librarian, Mrs. Bamford! Non-Scary Costumes are welcome but not necessary. Contact your Family Support Specialist, Lisette Castaneda, to make your reservation by Friday, October 26th. Parents need to stay with their children!
THANKSGIVING LUNCH AT CCE
Our annual Thanksgiving meal is Wednesday, November 14th. This is always a special occasion at CCE where we get to share a traditional Thanksgiving meal with our families. We need to have an idea of how many people will eat. An invitation came home with your student this week. Please give us an idea of how many guests will join us. You will pay for yourselves and other family members that day. The cost is $3.65 per guest. Please send the completed form with your student by Friday, October 19th.
TAG PARENT REFERRAL INFORMATION MEETING
For all families interested in finding out more about referring a student (who is not currently identified) for TAG testing. Please join us on November 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCE Library.
HELP US HONOR OUR VETERANS!
Please help our CCE 5th Graders honor our VETERANS during the CCE Veterans Day celebration scheduled for Friday, November 9th at 8:00 am AND during their musical "We Will Not Forget" scheduled for Tuesday, November 13th following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting. We would like to create a video montage honoring VETERANS in our CCE Community as we sing the song "We Will Not Forget" to close our program, AND with Mrs. Weir's (Art) leadership, the 5th graders will be creating a remembrance wall in the main CCE hallway using these photographs.
Please scan a photo of a VETERAN and include their name and branch of the service on or under the photo. Veterans can be family members, neighbors and/or friends. We would prefer a digital photo, but we are able to scan photos for you if needed. Please email your photos to Debbie Martin (Music) at Debbie_Martin@roundrockisd.org ASAP! We must have all photos by Friday, November 2nd for them to be included in the presentation. Thank you for helping our CCE 5th graders honor our Veterans! We hope you will join us for the programs on Friday, 11/9 at 8:00 am and Tuesday, 11/13 following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from a free math app, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent. The link below has some suggestions for free math apps. Free Math Apps
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 15-19, 2018
Math - Introducing Multiplication: 2’s, 5’s and 10’s
Reading - Elements of Poetry
Writing - Crafting Poems
Spelling - Unit 7
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Mixtures
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, October 17th - Bush’s Spirit Night, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 19th - Kona Ice After School
Monday-Friday, October 22-25 - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 26th - PTA Run Wild Fun Run, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 6th - TAG Referral Meeting, CCE Library 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 9th - Veterans’ Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
Friday, November 1st - Robolab
Wednesday, November 14th - Thanksgiving lunch at CCE
A HUGE shout out to our class! They earned 50 compliments! Friday afternoon, the class voted to bring stuffed animals on Monday as their reward. I am so PROUD of them! Please remind your kiddo to bring a small stuffed animal Monday morning!
It was nice to get to sit down and chat with each of you to discuss your child’s accomplishments so far this year and the goals we will be working on in 3rd grade. The school year has really started off great, and I look forward to seeing how much your third grader learns and grows this year.
Thank you for your support as many of you have made your donation to our classroom fund for our parties and various activities throughout the year. Please return your yellow form as preparations for 3rd grade activities are underway. Forms are due by October 24th. I truly appreciate your generosity!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Character Word for October: ENCOURAGING
LIBRARY READING INCENTIVE
The library “Reading is Fairy Good for EveryGnome!” kick off is in full swing. This awesome program started Tuesday, October 2nd and ends on Friday, November 9th. Students need to read 6 books from specific sections of the library. I am encouraging 100% participation! Please talk to your child about what books they will be selecting. They can use those books to read as part of their Reading Response homework, too. Please let me know if you need an additional purple recording sheet.
EDUCATION GALAXY
We are super excited that Education Galaxy is available for Math & Reading practice! Students have their login information in their planners! Each child will have a program designed to fit their math and reading needs. Please take advantage of this program.
SILLY, SPOOKY STORIES FOR SIBLINGS
We would like to invite CCE Siblings 5 years of age and under to join us on Tuesday, October 30th from 10:30-11:00 am in the Library. We will have Story time with their future Librarian, Mrs. Bamford! Non-Scary Costumes are welcome but not necessary. Contact your Family Support Specialist, Lisette Castaneda, to make your reservation by Friday, October 26th. Parents need to stay with their children!
THANKSGIVING LUNCH AT CCE
Our annual Thanksgiving meal is Wednesday, November 14th. This is always a special occasion at CCE where we get to share a traditional Thanksgiving meal with our families. We need to have an idea of how many people will eat. An invitation came home with your student this week. Please give us an idea of how many guests will join us. You will pay for yourselves and other family members that day. The cost is $3.65 per guest. Please send the completed form with your student by Friday, October 19th.
TAG PARENT REFERRAL INFORMATION MEETING
For all families interested in finding out more about referring a student (who is not currently identified) for TAG testing. Please join us on November 6, 2018 at 6:00 p.m. in the CCE Library.
HELP US HONOR OUR VETERANS!
Please help our CCE 5th Graders honor our VETERANS during the CCE Veterans Day celebration scheduled for Friday, November 9th at 8:00 am AND during their musical "We Will Not Forget" scheduled for Tuesday, November 13th following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting. We would like to create a video montage honoring VETERANS in our CCE Community as we sing the song "We Will Not Forget" to close our program, AND with Mrs. Weir's (Art) leadership, the 5th graders will be creating a remembrance wall in the main CCE hallway using these photographs.
Please scan a photo of a VETERAN and include their name and branch of the service on or under the photo. Veterans can be family members, neighbors and/or friends. We would prefer a digital photo, but we are able to scan photos for you if needed. Please email your photos to Debbie Martin (Music) at Debbie_Martin@roundrockisd.org ASAP! We must have all photos by Friday, November 2nd for them to be included in the presentation. Thank you for helping our CCE 5th graders honor our Veterans! We hope you will join us for the programs on Friday, 11/9 at 8:00 am and Tuesday, 11/13 following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from a free math app, to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent. The link below has some suggestions for free math apps. Free Math Apps
Each FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 15-19, 2018
Math - Introducing Multiplication: 2’s, 5’s and 10’s
Reading - Elements of Poetry
Writing - Crafting Poems
Spelling - Unit 7
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Mixtures
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, October 17th - Bush’s Spirit Night, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 19th - Kona Ice After School
Monday-Friday, October 22-25 - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 26th - PTA Run Wild Fun Run, 6:00 p.m.
Tuesday, November 6th - TAG Referral Meeting, CCE Library 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 9th - Veterans’ Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
Friday, November 1st - Robolab
Wednesday, November 14th - Thanksgiving lunch at CCE
Sunday, October 7, 2018
Two Day Holiday for Students!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Reid for being our MVP this week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when he shared his banner with us on Monday.
Reading buddies started on Friday, and we are so excited to have a new Kindergarten friend to read with each week. Ask your child about his/her new Kindergarten reading buddy!
Parent/Teacher conferences will continue this Monday. Please click on Sign up Genius to confirm your time. Conferences are such a wonderful opportunity to visit with parents. I have already had many meaningful conversations and have learned so much more about my students. I love knowing that we are working together to help your child reach their full potential. I appreciate you taking the time for this meeting. If we haven’t already met, I look forward to meeting with you in the coming days.
We know there is A LOT going on at school so thanks to all those parents who have already turned in your forms/donations to our Room Parents for the 3rd grade class activities. Forms are due on October 24th. If your form has been misplaced please feel free to email me. We are really looking forward to a fun year together. Thank you!
I am delighted to partner with you in your child's education. Communication is our greatest tool to ensure your child's success. Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time!
Enjoy your extended weekend,
Mrs. McDonald
FROM THE COUNSELOR
Character Word for October: ENCOURAGING
EDUCATION GALAXY
We are super excited that Education Galaxy is available for Math & Reading practice! Most students have their login information in their planners. Each child will have a program designed to fit their math and reading needs. Please take advantage of this program.
*MENU CHANGE FOR NEXT WEEK*
On Wednesday, October 10th in place of Fruit, Cheese and Yogurt Plate, a Sunbutter and Jelly Sandwich will be served. Thursday, October 11th, in place of the Sunbutter and Jelly Sandwich, the cafeteria will serve a Ham and Cheese Sandwich.
S.T.A.R.S. MENTOR PROGRAM
Parents, if you want to make a potentially life changing impact in our RRISD campuses, consider becoming a S.T.A.R.S. Mentor (Supporting, Teaching And Reaching Students). Mentoring a student is a way for community members and businesses to volunteer to positively impact a student’s academic and personal life trajectories. For more information on the program, please visit this website or contact our Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda.
SILLY, SPOOKY STORIES FOR SIBLINGS
We would like to invite CCE Siblings 5 years of age and under to join us on Tuesday, October 30th from 10:30-11:00 am in the Library. We will have Story time with their future Librarian, Mrs. Bamford! Non-Scary Costumes are welcome but not necessary. Contact our Family Support Specialist, Lisette Castaneda, to make your reservation by Friday, October 26th. Parents need to stay with their children!
HELP US HONOR OUR VETERANS!
Please help our CCE 5th Graders honor our VETERANS during the CCE Veterans Day celebration scheduled for Friday, November 9th at 8:00 am AND during their musical "We Will Not Forget" scheduled for Tuesday, November 13th following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting. We would like to create a video montage honoring VETERANS in our CCE Community as we sing the song "We Will Not Forget" to close our program, AND with Mrs. Weir's (Art) leadership, the 5th graders will be creating a remembrance wall in the main CCE hallway using these photographs.
Please scan a photo of a VETERAN and include their name and branch of the service on or under the photo. Veterans can be family members, neighbors and/or friends. We would prefer a digital photo, but we are able to scan photos for you if needed. Please email your photos to Debbie Martin (Music) at Debbie_Martin@roundrockisd.org ASAP! We must have all photos by Friday, November 2nd for them to be included in the presentation. Thank you for helping our CCE 5th graders honor our Veterans! We hope you will join us for the programs on Friday, 11/9 at 8:00 am and Tuesday, 11/13 following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from a free math app (including Education Galaxy), to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
On FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 8-12, 2018
Math - 3-4 Digit Addition and Subtraction Strategies
Reading - Poetry
Writing - Crafting Poems
Spelling - No Spelling this week
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Mixtures
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, October 8: Student Holiday – Parent/Teacher Conference Day
Tuesday, October 9: Student Holiday – Staff Development Day
Friday, October 12th - PTA Movie Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 13th - Green Team Work day, 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 17th - Bush’s Spirit Night, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 19th - Kona Ice After School
Monday-Friday, October 22-25 - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 26th - PTA Run Wild Fun Run, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 9 - Veterans Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
Congratulations to Reid for being our MVP this week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when he shared his banner with us on Monday.
Reading buddies started on Friday, and we are so excited to have a new Kindergarten friend to read with each week. Ask your child about his/her new Kindergarten reading buddy!
Parent/Teacher conferences will continue this Monday. Please click on Sign up Genius to confirm your time. Conferences are such a wonderful opportunity to visit with parents. I have already had many meaningful conversations and have learned so much more about my students. I love knowing that we are working together to help your child reach their full potential. I appreciate you taking the time for this meeting. If we haven’t already met, I look forward to meeting with you in the coming days.
We know there is A LOT going on at school so thanks to all those parents who have already turned in your forms/donations to our Room Parents for the 3rd grade class activities. Forms are due on October 24th. If your form has been misplaced please feel free to email me. We are really looking forward to a fun year together. Thank you!
I am delighted to partner with you in your child's education. Communication is our greatest tool to ensure your child's success. Please do not hesitate to contact me at any time!
Enjoy your extended weekend,
Mrs. McDonald
3rd GRADE and CCE CAMPUS ANNOUNCEMENTS
Character Word for October: ENCOURAGING
EDUCATION GALAXY
We are super excited that Education Galaxy is available for Math & Reading practice! Most students have their login information in their planners. Each child will have a program designed to fit their math and reading needs. Please take advantage of this program.
*MENU CHANGE FOR NEXT WEEK*
On Wednesday, October 10th in place of Fruit, Cheese and Yogurt Plate, a Sunbutter and Jelly Sandwich will be served. Thursday, October 11th, in place of the Sunbutter and Jelly Sandwich, the cafeteria will serve a Ham and Cheese Sandwich.
S.T.A.R.S. MENTOR PROGRAM
Parents, if you want to make a potentially life changing impact in our RRISD campuses, consider becoming a S.T.A.R.S. Mentor (Supporting, Teaching And Reaching Students). Mentoring a student is a way for community members and businesses to volunteer to positively impact a student’s academic and personal life trajectories. For more information on the program, please visit this website or contact our Family Support Specialist Lisette Castaneda.
SILLY, SPOOKY STORIES FOR SIBLINGS
We would like to invite CCE Siblings 5 years of age and under to join us on Tuesday, October 30th from 10:30-11:00 am in the Library. We will have Story time with their future Librarian, Mrs. Bamford! Non-Scary Costumes are welcome but not necessary. Contact our Family Support Specialist, Lisette Castaneda, to make your reservation by Friday, October 26th. Parents need to stay with their children!
HELP US HONOR OUR VETERANS!
Please help our CCE 5th Graders honor our VETERANS during the CCE Veterans Day celebration scheduled for Friday, November 9th at 8:00 am AND during their musical "We Will Not Forget" scheduled for Tuesday, November 13th following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting. We would like to create a video montage honoring VETERANS in our CCE Community as we sing the song "We Will Not Forget" to close our program, AND with Mrs. Weir's (Art) leadership, the 5th graders will be creating a remembrance wall in the main CCE hallway using these photographs.
Please scan a photo of a VETERAN and include their name and branch of the service on or under the photo. Veterans can be family members, neighbors and/or friends. We would prefer a digital photo, but we are able to scan photos for you if needed. Please email your photos to Debbie Martin (Music) at Debbie_Martin@roundrockisd.org ASAP! We must have all photos by Friday, November 2nd for them to be included in the presentation. Thank you for helping our CCE 5th graders honor our Veterans! We hope you will join us for the programs on Friday, 11/9 at 8:00 am and Tuesday, 11/13 following the 5:45 pm PTA meeting.
HOMEWORK
Planners are completed daily. Please check and initial your child’s planner nightly.
Students are required to read for a minimum of 20 minutes per night and record a quick response on their reading logs. Signed logs are DUE every Wednesday. Book Bucks are earned with every 100 minutes read. Students can “purchase” books from our “Book Buck Libraries” with 10 book bucks.
Nightly reading is crucial to your child's overall reading success. Reading should be an interactive process, so please remember to initial or sign your child's log before turning it in on Wednesday.
Students should practice math skills 10 minutes nightly. This could be anything from a free math app (including Education Galaxy), to flashcards or even a series of problems written by a parent.
On FRIDAY students will receive spelling lists and work. Practice spelling the words correctly and complete the homework packet due each THURSDAY. Spelling Tests will be administered on Fridays.
UNITS OF STUDY for October 8-12, 2018
Math - 3-4 Digit Addition and Subtraction Strategies
Reading - Poetry
Writing - Crafting Poems
Spelling - No Spelling this week
Social Studies - Communities
Science - Mixtures
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday, October 8: Student Holiday – Parent/Teacher Conference Day
Tuesday, October 9: Student Holiday – Staff Development Day
Friday, October 12th - PTA Movie Night, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Saturday, October 13th - Green Team Work day, 10:00 a.m.
Wednesday, October 17th - Bush’s Spirit Night, 4:00-7:00 p.m.
Friday, October 19th - Kona Ice After School
Monday-Friday, October 22-25 - Red Ribbon Week
Friday, October 26th - PTA Run Wild Fun Run, 6:00 p.m.
Friday, November 9 - Veterans Day Program, 8:00 a.m.
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