Dear Parents,
Thank you to Student Council for organizing “Twin Day”. It was fun seeing friends dress like each other. Pictures of “Twin Day” are located on the CCE Newsletter.
On Tuesday and Wednesday, our third grade students will take the STAAR Ready test. This STAAR practice test will identify the areas of strength and improvement for each student. Please make certain your child is prepared by following routines, getting a good night’s rest and eating a healthy breakfast! Students will need a snack or two (no greasy, sticky or wet snacks), a sealable water bottle, and a great book to read.
Wednesday, March 13th third grade students will go on an art field trip to the Blanton and Umlauf art galleries. Please turn in your child’s permission slip to school by this Friday. Don't forget to fill out both sides of the form and return it with the $2.00 fee. We also encourage as many parents to chaperone as possible. Parents, however, must provide their own transportation (carpooling with other parents is a possibility) and a sack lunch. Also, a small fee may be required at the Blanton. If you are interested in accompanying us, let me know at your earliest convenience so that I can plan our groups and make preparations for our fun filled field trip. Thank you to those who have already volunteered!
Please continue to encourage your child to complete the Library reading program. Our class goal is to have 100% participation. Forms are due Thursday, February 28th.
Gratefully,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE AND CCE CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
HOMEWORK REMINDERS
It is suggested that your 3rd grader should plan for 35 minutes of “homework” per night:
20 minutes of reading and complete reading response log. Reading Logs are due each Wednesday.
10 minutes of math (Education Galaxy, STAAR practice books, etc)
5 minutes of spelling. Spelling packets are due on Thursday and the test is on Friday.
Additional Make up work from being absent or assignments not completed in class.
Thank you for encouraging your child at home to bring his/her homework folder and planner to and from school everyday.
LIBRARY SPRING READING INCENTIVE
The library Spring Reading Incentive is in full swing! Packets with reading logs have gone home. All reading logs are due February 28 to receive your free theme park tickets. For Six Flags, read 6 hours. For Schlitterbahn, read 10 hours. The same reading can be used for both, but the but the two reading logs need to be filled out individually. You can get another copy of the form HERE or on the LIBRARY WEBSITE. Our class goal is a 100% participation and the kiddos can earn extra book bucks for turning in completed forms. Congratulations to those who have already reached their reading goal!
LIBRARY ACCOUNTS FROM HOME
Did you know that you your student can check their library accounts from home? All you need is their student ID number (without the "s") CLICK HERE or THIS PAGE on the library website to learn how!
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MULTICULTURAL FAIR
The Multicultural Fair is one of the biggest events at CCE! This year it is on Friday, March 8th. We need a lot of volunteers to make the event a success. Please sign up here to volunteer.
If you have a Middle or High Schooler who would like to volunteer at the MCF, they can sign up here. They will receive volunteer hours.
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. This link has some suggestions for free math apps, too. 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 February 25- March 1, 2019
Math - Introducing Equivalent Fractions
Reading - Text Evidence and Comprehension skills
Writing - Publishing Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - Unit 18
Social Studies - How people earn, save, and spend money and how this contributes to the community.
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Tuesday, February 26th- Math STAAR Ready
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Wednesday, February 28th - Reading STAAR Ready
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
Friday, March 8th - Multicultural Fair, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Blanton Art Museum
Wednesday, March 13th - Kindergarten Round-up, 9:00 a.m - 2:00 p.m
March 18-22nd - Spring Break
Sunday, February 24, 2019
Sunday, February 17, 2019
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Sanmita for being our marvelous MVP of the week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us.
A huge Thank You to Jeanette Dunbar, Veena Hosur, and to all who helped make our Valentine’s Day party such a success! The celebration included a CUTE craft with Bamboo, yummy treats, and finally the best part of all, opening of our Valentines! Thank you all for my cards with sweet sentiments, delicious treats, and love!
Friendly reminder… no school on Monday and Tuesday. Enjoy your loooong weekend!
Gratefully,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE and CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
LIBRARY SPRING READING INCENTIVE
The library Spring Reading Incentive is in full swing! Packets with reading logs have gone home. All reading logs are due February 28 to receive your free theme park tickets. For Six Flags, read 6 hours. For Schlitterbahn, read 10 hours. The same reading can be used for both, but the but the two reading logs need to be filled out individually. You can get another copy of the form HERE or on the LIBRARY WEBSITE. Our class goal is a 100% participation and the kiddos can earn some extra book bucks by turning in the completed logs! Congratulations to those who have already reached their reading goal!
LIBRARY ACCOUNTS FROM HOME
Did you know that you your student can check their library accounts from home? All you need is their student ID number (without the "s") CLICK HERE or THIS PAGE on the library website to learn how.
SPRING PICTURES
Your child’s spring picture proofs were sent home in Tuesday folders this week. We ask that you place your order and turn it in to your child’s teacher by Friday, February 22nd.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MULTICULTURAL FAIR
The Multicultural Fair is one of the biggest events at CCE! This year it is on Friday, March 8th. We need a lot of volunteers to make the event a success. Please sign up here to volunteer.
If you have a Middle or High Schooler who would like to volunteer at the MCF, they can sign up here. They will receive volunteer hours.
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 February 18-22, 2019
Math - Multiplication/Division
Reading - Prefixes and Suffixes
Writing - Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - No Spelling This Week
Social Studies - How people earn, save, and spend money and how this contributes to the community.
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday-Tuesday, February 18th-19th - Student Holiday - No School
Friday, February 22nd - Spirit Day - Twin Day
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
Friday, March 8th - Multicultural Fair, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Blanton Art Museum (permission slips going home on Wednesday)
Wednesday, March 13th - Kindergarten Round-up, 9:00a.m - 2:00p.m
March 18-22nd - Spring Break
Congratulations to Sanmita for being our marvelous MVP of the week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us.
A huge Thank You to Jeanette Dunbar, Veena Hosur, and to all who helped make our Valentine’s Day party such a success! The celebration included a CUTE craft with Bamboo, yummy treats, and finally the best part of all, opening of our Valentines! Thank you all for my cards with sweet sentiments, delicious treats, and love!
Friendly reminder… no school on Monday and Tuesday. Enjoy your loooong weekend!
Gratefully,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE and CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
LIBRARY SPRING READING INCENTIVE
The library Spring Reading Incentive is in full swing! Packets with reading logs have gone home. All reading logs are due February 28 to receive your free theme park tickets. For Six Flags, read 6 hours. For Schlitterbahn, read 10 hours. The same reading can be used for both, but the but the two reading logs need to be filled out individually. You can get another copy of the form HERE or on the LIBRARY WEBSITE. Our class goal is a 100% participation and the kiddos can earn some extra book bucks by turning in the completed logs! Congratulations to those who have already reached their reading goal!
LIBRARY ACCOUNTS FROM HOME
Did you know that you your student can check their library accounts from home? All you need is their student ID number (without the "s") CLICK HERE or THIS PAGE on the library website to learn how.
SPRING PICTURES
Your child’s spring picture proofs were sent home in Tuesday folders this week. We ask that you place your order and turn it in to your child’s teacher by Friday, February 22nd.
VOLUNTEERS NEEDED FOR MULTICULTURAL FAIR
The Multicultural Fair is one of the biggest events at CCE! This year it is on Friday, March 8th. We need a lot of volunteers to make the event a success. Please sign up here to volunteer.
If you have a Middle or High Schooler who would like to volunteer at the MCF, they can sign up here. They will receive volunteer hours.
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 February 18-22, 2019
Math - Multiplication/Division
Reading - Prefixes and Suffixes
Writing - Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - No Spelling This Week
Social Studies - How people earn, save, and spend money and how this contributes to the community.
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Monday-Tuesday, February 18th-19th - Student Holiday - No School
Friday, February 22nd - Spirit Day - Twin Day
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
Friday, March 8th - Multicultural Fair, 5:00-8:00 p.m.
Wednesday, March 13th - Grade 3 Field Trip to the Blanton Art Museum (permission slips going home on Wednesday)
Wednesday, March 13th - Kindergarten Round-up, 9:00a.m - 2:00p.m
March 18-22nd - Spring Break
Sunday, February 10, 2019
Happy Valentine's Day!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to London for being our marvelous MVP! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us on Monday!
Our Valentine’s class list was sent home a couple of weeks ago. I hope your children have been thinking of a creative way to decorate their box/bag. If your child hasn’t started on his/her box/bag, now is the time! Boxes are due in class on Wednesday, February 13th. Valentine cards may be brought to school starting on that same date. Please be sure your child prepares a Valentine card for every student in the class. Since Valentine's Day is a party day, your child may attach a small piece of candy or treat to their Valentine cards.
Our Valentine’s Day party is Thursday, February 14, from 2:00-2:45. If you are planning on attending or volunteering for your child’s Valentine Party, please complete this form. Sign up here. We will preprint your badge to expedite your check-in! As a reminder, class parties are for parents, grandparents, and students. Please make plans for little ones, since there will be no child care provided for this party. Thank you!
Thank you for your continued support!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE and CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
LIBRARY SPRING READING INCENTIVE
The library Spring Reading Incentive is in full swing! Packets with reading logs have gone home. All reading logs are due February 28 to receive your free theme park tickets. For Six Flags, read 6 hours. For Schlitterbahn, read 10 hours. The same reading can be used for both, but the but the two reading logs need to be filled out individually. You can get another copy of the form HERE or on the LIBRARY WEBSITE. Our class goal is a 100% participation. Congratulations to those who have already reached their reading goal!
LIBRARY ACCOUNTS FROM HOME
Did you know that you your student can check their library accounts from home? All you need is their student ID number (without the "s") CLICK HERE or THIS PAGE on the library website to learn how!
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 February 11-15, 2019
Math - Multiplication/Division
Reading - Informational Text: Text Features
Writing - Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - Unit 17
Social Studies - How people earn, save, and spend money and how this contributes to the community.
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, February 13th - Principal's Coffee Chat
Thursday, February 14th - Valentine Party Day from 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Monday-Tuesday, February 18th-19th - Student Holiday - No School
Friday, February 22nd - Spirit Day - Twin Day
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
Mark it on your calendar and tell your neighbors….Kindergarten Round-Up is Wednesday, March 13th! More information will be coming soon!
Congratulations to London for being our marvelous MVP! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us on Monday!
Our Valentine’s class list was sent home a couple of weeks ago. I hope your children have been thinking of a creative way to decorate their box/bag. If your child hasn’t started on his/her box/bag, now is the time! Boxes are due in class on Wednesday, February 13th. Valentine cards may be brought to school starting on that same date. Please be sure your child prepares a Valentine card for every student in the class. Since Valentine's Day is a party day, your child may attach a small piece of candy or treat to their Valentine cards.
Our Valentine’s Day party is Thursday, February 14, from 2:00-2:45. If you are planning on attending or volunteering for your child’s Valentine Party, please complete this form. Sign up here. We will preprint your badge to expedite your check-in! As a reminder, class parties are for parents, grandparents, and students. Please make plans for little ones, since there will be no child care provided for this party. Thank you!
Thank you for your continued support!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE and CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
LIBRARY SPRING READING INCENTIVE
The library Spring Reading Incentive is in full swing! Packets with reading logs have gone home. All reading logs are due February 28 to receive your free theme park tickets. For Six Flags, read 6 hours. For Schlitterbahn, read 10 hours. The same reading can be used for both, but the but the two reading logs need to be filled out individually. You can get another copy of the form HERE or on the LIBRARY WEBSITE. Our class goal is a 100% participation. Congratulations to those who have already reached their reading goal!
LIBRARY ACCOUNTS FROM HOME
Did you know that you your student can check their library accounts from home? All you need is their student ID number (without the "s") CLICK HERE or THIS PAGE on the library website to learn how!
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 February 11-15, 2019
Math - Multiplication/Division
Reading - Informational Text: Text Features
Writing - Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - Unit 17
Social Studies - How people earn, save, and spend money and how this contributes to the community.
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, February 13th - Principal's Coffee Chat
Thursday, February 14th - Valentine Party Day from 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Monday-Tuesday, February 18th-19th - Student Holiday - No School
Friday, February 22nd - Spirit Day - Twin Day
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
Mark it on your calendar and tell your neighbors….Kindergarten Round-Up is Wednesday, March 13th! More information will be coming soon!
Sunday, February 3, 2019
Happy Groundhog Day!
Dear Parents,
Congratulations to Shreya for being our marvelous MVP of the Week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us on Monday!
Happy Birthday to Titan on Thursday!
Congratulations to our UIL participants! I am so proud of all their hard work. The following students placed in their events.
Spelling--Varun 1st place, Sanmita 3rd place
Ready Writing--London 4th place, Shreya 5th place
Valentines and decorated boxes/bags can be brought to school starting Wednesday, February 13th. When filling out Valentine cards, please make sure your child includes everyone in his/her class. I look forward to celebrating friendship with the kiddos and hope to see you all there!
Please continue to read my webpage each weekend with your child. This is the best way to stay informed on all that goes on in our classroom. It’s also important to check your child’s homework folder and planner DAILY for assignments and work not completed in class. Thank you for your support! I truly appreciate all that you do!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE and CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
LIBRARY READING PROGRAM
Six Flags Read to Succeed and Schlitterbahn Waterpark is taking place now. Students are eligible for one free admission ticket to both Theme Parks. Even if your child is not interested in going to the parks, he/she can still show support for the library and all it offers. Our class goal is for all students to complete the required hours of reading. Please complete the forms and return to school when your child has completed his/her reading logs. Congratulations to those who are close to reaching their reading goal!
VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY
Our Valentine’s Day party is Thursday, February 14, from 2:00-2:45. If you are planning on attending or volunteering for your child’s Valentine Party, please complete this form. We will preprint your badge to expedite your check-in! Sign up here As a reminder, class parties are for parents, grandparents, and students. Please make plans for little ones, since there will be no child care provided for this party. Thank you!
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 February 4-8, 2019
Math - Multiplication
Reading - Informational Text: Topic, Main Idea and Supporting Details
Writing - Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - Unit 16
Social Studies - Cultural and Environmental characteristics of places
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, February 13th - Principal's Coffee Chat
Thursday, February 14th - Valentine Party Day from 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Monday-Tuesday, February 18th-19th - Student Holiday - No School
Friday, February 22nd - Spirit Day - Twin Day
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
Congratulations to Shreya for being our marvelous MVP of the Week! We enjoyed learning more about our special classmate when she shared her banner with us on Monday!
Happy Birthday to Titan on Thursday!
Congratulations to our UIL participants! I am so proud of all their hard work. The following students placed in their events.
Spelling--Varun 1st place, Sanmita 3rd place
Ready Writing--London 4th place, Shreya 5th place
Valentines and decorated boxes/bags can be brought to school starting Wednesday, February 13th. When filling out Valentine cards, please make sure your child includes everyone in his/her class. I look forward to celebrating friendship with the kiddos and hope to see you all there!
Please continue to read my webpage each weekend with your child. This is the best way to stay informed on all that goes on in our classroom. It’s also important to check your child’s homework folder and planner DAILY for assignments and work not completed in class. Thank you for your support! I truly appreciate all that you do!
Enjoying your children,
Mrs. McDonald
3RD GRADE and CAMPUS NEWS
February Character Trait: OPEN-MINDED
LIBRARY READING PROGRAM
Six Flags Read to Succeed and Schlitterbahn Waterpark is taking place now. Students are eligible for one free admission ticket to both Theme Parks. Even if your child is not interested in going to the parks, he/she can still show support for the library and all it offers. Our class goal is for all students to complete the required hours of reading. Please complete the forms and return to school when your child has completed his/her reading logs. Congratulations to those who are close to reaching their reading goal!
VALENTINE'S DAY PARTY
Our Valentine’s Day party is Thursday, February 14, from 2:00-2:45. If you are planning on attending or volunteering for your child’s Valentine Party, please complete this form. We will preprint your badge to expedite your check-in! Sign up here As a reminder, class parties are for parents, grandparents, and students. Please make plans for little ones, since there will be no child care provided for this party. Thank you!
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 February 4-8, 2019
Math - Multiplication
Reading - Informational Text: Topic, Main Idea and Supporting Details
Writing - Endangered Animals Research/Writing Project
Spelling - Unit 16
Social Studies - Cultural and Environmental characteristics of places
Science - Weather
IMPORTANT DATES
Wednesday, February 13th - Principal's Coffee Chat
Thursday, February 14th - Valentine Party Day from 2:00 pm - 2:45 pm
Monday-Tuesday, February 18th-19th - Student Holiday - No School
Friday, February 22nd - Spirit Day - Twin Day
Tuesday, February 26th- PTA Meeting, 6:00 p.m. followed by Grade 4 Performance
Friday, March 1st - Big Art Day
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