Top 10 things to do over break

Dear family,

Over break your child can do these suggested items:

1. Create an OPTIONAL 3-D model for the space report
2. Read 20 minutes and keep track of his/her reading goal form (REQUIRED).
3. P.E. Exercise Calendar (REQUIRED)
4. Log onto Typing Agent and practice typing skills.
5. Work on space reports/Google presentations.
6. Practice presenting Google space presentations.
7. Cook an item using fractions.
8. Measure things around the house to the nearest 1/4 inch.
9. Journal about his/her vacation moments.
10. Have fun with family!

Dear 3rd Grade Parents,

We have blasted off into our study of the planets

in our solar system.  Your child has chosen to

research one of the 8 planets in our galaxy.

There are several components to this project

that we would like to share with you.

At school your child will…

*Research their planet using books and approved

 internet sites
*Write a rough draft of their report
*Revise, edit, and create a final copy
*Type their published piece
*Create a Google Slideshow of their planet
*Present their report/slideshow
*(Optional) 3-D model to the class (make frequent eye
contact, use a loud clear voice and expression)

At home we need your child to…

*Practice orally presenting their Google Slideshow

to your family.
*YOUR TEACHER WILL CONTACT YOU IF...

your child is struggling to finish their report and

slideshow at school.  They can work on this at home,

as well. Both will be accessible from their school

Google Account on a device from home.
***OPTIONAL-Create a 3-D model of the planet.  
They can be as creative as they like.  Please remember
this is a student project and we would like your child to
be creative with his/her materials to make the planet.

Important Dates

Our goal is to have our planet reports and slideshows

finished and ready to begin presenting the week of

January 7th. If your child needs more time to finish,

they can present later in the week.   

If you have any questions, please contact your

homeroom teacher. Thank you for your support!

Third Grade Teachers

Spelling Bee

Round 1: Classroom Written Spelling Test

*All students participate
*Written spelling test of 50 words -

This list is being sent home in your child’s Take

Home Folder on December 20th if your child is

interested in practicing over break. Studying is

NOT required.*Top 5-10 students compete in round 2-Classroom Oral Bees

If interested, Study Lists for advancing students

to prepare for Classroom Oral Rounds will then

be sent home on January 4th.

Round 2: Classroom Oral Bee

*Top 5-10 students in individual classes participate
*One winner and one runner-up is determined per class
*This round will be completed by Friday, January 11th
*Winners that advance will have another study guide sent home

Round 3: Parkview Spelling Bee

*Monday, January 21, 2019 from 4-5 PM in the Presentation Room
*Participants-Winners and Runner-Ups from all 3-5th grade classes
*Bee will run to determine top 10 spellers
*Top 10 spellers will be sent to the District Bee (Jan. 31)

 

Parkview is excited to present our first

Character Day on

Thursday, January 3rd!

Our entire school will be participating

in this exciting day! This learning experience

will focus on three character traits:

respect, trustworthiness, and responsibility.

Our day will consist of three different

stations with books, activities, and projects

covering these specific traits.

We will end our day as a school coming

together for a fun assembly.

Chris McBrian, comedian and storyteller,

will teach us about the importance of

good character through energy, magic

and ventriloquism.

Each grade level is assigned a color

to wear so we can take an all

school RAINBOW picture!

4K- white

5K- purple

1st grade- blue

2nd grade- green

3rd grade- yellow

4th grade- orange

5th grade- red

Concert Location Change

Dear Parents,

Last week we had our first evening winter concert here at Parkview. Due to logistics and space concerns, first grade students were the only performers. 

The decision to try evening winter performances this year was in response to parents who have been asking for evening concerts so they can attend without losing work pay or vacation time.  

With only first grade in our small gym, we still did not have enough seats for families. 

So, change of plans.

On Monday, December 17, the kindergarten and third grade concert will be at 6:30 PM in the Cedarburg High School "Vintage Gym."

On Thursday, December 20, the second and fourth grade concert will be at 6:30 PM in the Cedarburg High School "Vintage Gym."  

The vintage gym is located in Cedarburg High School right inside of door #8 on the south side of the building. 

There are restrooms just to the left of the gym. 

Bleacher seating will hold 600 audience members. 

We ask families to reserve the first row for people with limited mobility or strollers.

Students will be on risers in the center of the gym facing the bleachers. 

There is ample parking on the south side of CHS near door 8.

Students will assemble along the west side of the gym between 6:00-6:15.

We have the vintage gym reserved from 6:00-8:00. 

More detailed instructions will be provided for specific grade levels. 

We are hoping that this change of venue will improve the concert experience for students and families.

Thank you for your flexibility and support.

Google Drive at Home

All students are able to log into their Google accounts from ANY computer or device. CLICK HERE for the steps to follow on how to access this from home. If you are ever having any trouble, please contact your child's teacher.

Math Facts

Please remember that during quarter 2, we focus on subtraction facts. Your child should practice his/her math facts using flashcards, games, worksheets or Internet websites. You can always access sites on our 3rd grade BLOG as well as having your child log onto Moby Max  (click for link) through our Parkview website. Your child will need his/her username and password that is located in the front of their assignment book. 

This is another great site that has FREE games for math and much more: 

http://interactivesites.weebly.com/

If you ever find any websites or apps, that would be helpful for other families, please send them to us.

Planet Reports

Last week your child will be picked out a planet for their informational report. Your child will develop questions about the planet to research, learn about how to find facts and turn them into their own words, and create a report and Google presentation about this project. Most of the work will be done at school. You will get a check off list before the winter break of what your child has completed and what your child will need to complete at home (if it was not completed at school). An optional at home project will be to create a 3D representation of the planet. *A rubric and project expectation sheet will be sent home by the end of the month. 

Surprise Gift

Surprise Holiday Gifts!

Dear Family,

Third grade students will be busy little elves making Holiday Gifts for the important people in their lives.  To help offset the cost of making this gift, we are asking that students bring in $1.25 (cash) by Friday, December 7th.  Please turn the money into your child’s teacher, in a sealed & labeled envelope.  Please contact your child’s teacher if you need assistance with this payment. We are happy to help!

Happy Holidays !

The Third Grade Teachers