Welcome to Third Grade!  

Ms. Tricia Scallo 3-2      tscallo@blessedsacramentsi.com  

             Homework for the week of 6/05/2023- 6/09/23      

                                Monday, June 5, 2023 
                         

1. Math- IXL - Topic: Time #3 (T. 3) Title: Read clocks and write times
If you completed T.3 already then you have no homework. A homework pass cannot be used for this.  

2. Spelling- Write words #1-10, 3 times each in yellow notebook
Focus: (Unit #29) The weekly spelling words are from our ReadyGen reading series.       


3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 6/9 at 8:00 am    

4. Gym tomorrow! Wear your gym uniform.

Classroom News:
* Our block party time is 9 am-10:30 if you would like to join us!
* Thank you to our class mothers, Mrs Kissell and Mrs Nigido, that kindly sent in ice pops, juice boxes, and water that we enjoyed after our kickball games on Friday afternoon! Thank you so very much!  
* Thank you to Liam High and family for the lollipops!
* IMPORTANT- Any family that would like to celebrate their child's summer birthday please contact me so I can give you a date that is open. At this time Wednesday 6/14, Thursday 6/15, and Friday 6/16 are definitely taken. Please do not wait until the last few days because we are already booked and I can't have too many celebrations within the school day.

Tuesday, June 6, 2023     

1. Math- Math worksheet (pages 268 and 269)

2. Spelling- Write words #11-20, 3 times each in yellow notebook    

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 6/9 at 8:00 am   

4. Bring in a healthy snack and water tomorrow! No chips or popcorn, please.  

5. Religion Final tomorrow.     

6. Return Fitness Day Permission Slip with payment of $10 by Friday, 6/9

7. Return the bagel slip by Monday, 6/12

Classroom News:
* IMPORTANT- Any family that would like to celebrate their child's summer birthday please contact me so I can give you a date that is open. At this time Wednesday 6/7 (Matthew B), Monday 6/12 (Shannon), Wednesday 6/14 ( Declan), Thursday 6/15 (Harper & Julianna), and Friday 6/16 (Jake) are definitely taken.
Please do not wait until the last few days because we are already booked and I can't have too many celebrations within the school day.
* Thank you to Declan O'Hara and family for sharing the candy he won yesterday at the BSS Block Party in the "Guess how many candies are in the jar" with the class today!
* If anyone can please donate baby wipes (we have Lysol wipes) our class would truly appreciate it! 

Wednesday, June 7, 2023

1. Math- Module 2 Lesson  5  pages 107 and 108

2. Spelling- Put words #1-10 into complete sentences

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 6/9 at 8:00 am    
                       - Sammy the Spider reading comprehension worksheet

4. Return Fitness Day Permission Slip with payment of $10 by Friday, 6/9

5. Return the bagel slip by Monday, 6/12

Classroom News:
* Happy Summer birthday to Matthew Boylan (September 1st)!
* Thank you Bobby Tomasulo and family for the baby wipes!
* IMPORTANT- Any family that would like to celebrate their child's summer birthday please contact me so I can give you a date that is open. At this time Wednesday 6/7 (Matthew B), Friday 9/9 (Shannon), Monday 6/12 (Shannon), Tuesday 6/13 (Mateo), Wednesday 6/14 ( Declan), Thursday 6/15 (Harper & Julianna), and Friday 6/16 (Jake) are definitely taken.
Please do not wait until the last few days because we are already booked and I can't have too many celebrations within the school day.
* We will be reading Tales of a Forth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume next week. If you would like to bring in your own copy of the book to follow along that would be great!

                                   Thursday, June 8, 2023    

1. Math- Module 2 Lesson  6  pages 111 and 112   

2. Spelling- Put words #11-20 into complete sentences

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 6/9 at 8:00 am    

4. Wear sneakers tomorrow! The 3rd grade (both classes) will be going outside to enjoy the nice weather and play kickball together! 

5. Return Fitness Day Permission Slip with payment of $10 by tomorrow
(CASH ONLY)!

6. Return the bagel slip by Monday, 6/12

Classroom News:
* We will be reading Tales of a Forth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume next week. If you would like to bring in your own copy of the book to follow along, that would be great! We are finishing up The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene this week. Last week we read Freckle Juice by Judy Blume.
* IMPORTANT- Any family that would like to celebrate their child's summer birthday please contact me so I can give you a date that is open. At this time Friday 6/9 (Sophia), Monday 6/12 (Shannon), Tuesday 6/13 (Mateo), Wednesday 6/14 ( Declan), Thursday 6/15 (Harper & Julianna), and Friday 6/16 (Jake) are definitely taken.
Please do not wait until the last few days because we are already booked and I can't have too many celebrations within the school day.

Friday, June 9, 2023

            Congratulations to the BSS 8th grade class on their graduation today!                                                          

1. Sign and return the test folder on Monday 6/12
Please sign clearly in pen at the top of each test.

2. NO TESTS NEXT WEEK!

3. Fitness Day (zumba and dancing) on Monday 6/12! Wear gym uniform and sneakers! 
* Fitness Day Permission Slip with payment of $10 was due today!

4. Return the bagel slip by Monday, 6/12.
* Our 3rd-grade bagel order will be placed on Monday and I cannot take late orders.  

Classroom News:
* We will be reading Tales of a Forth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume next week. If you would like to bring in your own copy of the book to follow along, that would be great! We are finishing up The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene this week. Last week we read Freckle Juice by Judy Blume.
* IMPORTANT- Any family that would like to celebrate their child's summer birthday please contact me so I can give you a date that is open. At this time Friday 6/9 (Sophia), Monday 6/12 (Shannon), Tuesday 6/13 (Mateo), Wednesday 6/14 ( Declan), Thursday 6/15 (Harper & Julianna), and Friday 6/16 (Jake) are definitely taken.
Please do not wait until the last few days because we are already booked and I can't have too many celebrations within the school day.



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Test and Quiz Schedule: 

* Religion- Final on Wednesday 6/7
Use the 4 reviews completed in class to study. Also, an outline was given out. 

* Spelling- quiz on Unit 29 words on Friday 6/9


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The story we are reading in class is:

The Chocolate Touch
by Patrick Skene Catling

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No dates announced
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Book Reports:

No dates announced

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Projects:

No dates announced

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No dates announced

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Important BSS dates/information:  

* BSS Block Party on Monday 6/5

* BSS 8th grade graduation on Friday 6/9

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              Homework for the week of 5/29/2023- 6/02/23 

                                Monday, May 29, 2023 

                                       Tuesday, May 30, 2023

1. Happy Birthday to Brynn Turner!

2. No school! This is the fourth make-up snow day. 

3. Bring in a healthy snack and water tomorrow! No chips or popcorn, please. 
 

                                  Wednesday, May 31, 2023

1. Math- Module 2 Lesson 2 and 3  pages 95, 99, and 100  
* Please do not stress with the math homework or this topic. Time is new to the kids. No test for this topic. Just want to teach the topic since it is important. We will continue to work on it. 

2. Reading- No Raz Kids due this week
                  - Fred te Fireman Reading Comprehension Sheet  

Classroom News:
* The bridge projects were ABSOLUTELY AMAZING! Each child got to present their masterpieces and tell about their bridge!  To the people that chose to "create" a bridge... WOWIE! WOW! WOW! We needed a bigger classroom for all the displays! Well done! I took pictures as each child presents their project. I will send them once they are all finished!
* Each child voted for their favorite NBA team to win the championship when the NBA play-offs first started. We have a bulletin board of each round. Avianna Cocozza is the only one in the running! She chose the Denver Nuggets, nobody chose the Miami Heat! Good luck to Avianna heading into the championship series!
* Script- After a few weeks of script being optional we are now moving into script only. Please continue to work on the art of script at home if you feel your child is having a tough time. We have a script workbook in class that we started using since the beginning of the year. We will continue to work in it.
* June Scholastic Book Order is due Friday 6/2. Class Code: YN8CJ         

                                   Thursday, June 1, 2023

1. Math- Module 2 Lesson 4 pages 103 and 104    

2. Reading- No Raz Kids due this week
                  
3. Social Studies- Chapter 4 Lesson 3 worksheet

4. Wear sneakers tomorrow! The 3rd grade (both classes) will be going outside to enjoy the nice weather and play kickball together! 

Classroom News:    
* June Scholastic Book Order is due tomorrow- Friday 6/2. Class Code: YN8CJ       

                                      Friday, June 2, 2023

                                  
                                                  
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1. Sign and return the test folder on Monday 6/5
Please sign clearly in pen at the top of each test.

2. BSS Block Party on Monday 6/5!
Wear your BSS Block Party teeshirt, gym shorts, and sneakers. If you didn't purchase a block party teeshirt wear your gym uniform.

3. Test Scheule:
* Religion- Final on Wednesday 6/7
Use the 4 reviews completed in class to study. Also, an outline was given out. 

Classroom News:
* Happy summer birthday to Avianna Cocozza (August 12th)!

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                Homework for the week of 5/22/2023- 5/26/23 

                                Monday, May 22, 2023 

1. Math- Module 7 Lesson 17 pages 237 and 238 
We will skip lesson 16.

2. Spelling- Write words #1-10, 3 times each in yellow notebook
Focus: (Unit #28) The weekly spelling words are from our ReadyGen reading series.   


3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/26 at 8:00 am    

4. Gym tomorrow! Wear your gym uniform.

5. Return Progress Reports signed (due today)

Classroom News:
* Each student had a chance to be Star Student of the Week!
* Happy Birthday to Matthew and Emily!
* Each child presented their SS Culture project to the class. They did an amazing job! We learned a lot about each other's culture! The projects were FABULOUS! 
* Progress Reports were to be signed and returned today- Monday 5/22.
* MAP testing will continue this week. Your child's attendance is important this week. Being on time for school is extremely important for your child and those around them. Last week the Math and Language Arts components were completed. This week we will complete the Science and Reading components.
* May Crowning on Wednesday 5/24
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ       
* School Closed on Friday 5/26, Monday 5/29, and Tuesday 5/30.
School resumes on Wednesday 5/31.

                                  Tuesday, May 23, 2023

1. Math- Module 2 Lesson 1  pages 91 and 92 

2. Spelling- Write words #11-20, 3 times each in yellow notebook

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/26 at 8:00 am   

3. Bring in a healthy snack and water tomorrow! No chips or popcorn, please.  

4. We will be attending mass for May Crowning tomorrow morning.
Full dress uniform is appreciated. Boys do not have to wear the vest (optional).

IMPORTANT-    
If your child missed any of the 4 MAP components there will be make-ups. Mrs Mincher will take some children starting tomorrow to make up any parts missed. They may miss classwork completed in class while they are out. 
We completed the reading component yesterday and the science component today. We are officially done!

Classroom News:
* Thank you to Layla Verhey and her family for donating a big bag of lollipops! We appreciate them (especially during MAP testing and independent reading)!
* Thank you to Samantha Heap and her family for sending in a ring pop for each classmate! A nice reward to celebrate the end of MAP testing!
* Mateo Varvaro was our classroom ticket winner today!
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ       
* School Closed on Friday 5/26, Monday 5/29, and Tuesday 5/30.
  School resumes on Wednesday 5/31.

Wednesday, May 24, 2023

1. Math- Choose ONE IXL on topics- time or word problems.
If those topics are complete then I suggest money or do one of your choice.

2. Spelling- Choose any 10 spelling words and put them into complete sentences. 
* Each sentence should have 6 or more words, a capital letter to begin the sentence, and proper punctuation.

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/26 at 8:00 am 

4. Social Studies- Chapter 4 Lesson 1 worksheet

Important:
Reading and Math MAP components were made up today by some children that missed those parts. Your child may have missed classwork during the MAP make-up session. 

Classroom News:
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ       
* School Closed on Friday 5/26, Monday 5/29, and Tuesday 5/30.
  School resumes on Wednesday 5/31.
* I HIGHLY suggest putting names in all the clothes your child wears. The BSS Lost and Found is HUGE! My son went to St Clare from pre-k 3 to 8th grade, now attends Monsignor Farrell HS. I know how expensive uniforms are! We don't want any parts to go missing!!   

Thursday, May 25, 2023

1. Math- No math homework

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/26 at 8:00 am 

3. Social Studies- Chapter 4 Lesson 2 worksheet

4. Test schedule:

* Social Studies- Chapter 4 Lessons 1 and 2 test on Wednesday 5/31
Study all highlighted information, charts, and questions. The test will have 20 multiple choice, matching columns, fill-in-the-blank, and short responses.

* No Spelling Quiz

* Religion- Final on Wednesday 6/7
We completed 3 final reviews together in class so far. They are stapled in the orange notebook. We will be completing more in the upcoming week. An outline will be given out.

5. No School tomorrow! School is Closed on Friday 5/26, Monday 5/29, and Tuesday 5/30. School resumes on Wednesday 5/31.

Classroom News:
* June Scholastic Book Order is due Friday 6/2. Class Code: YN8CJ       

Friday, May 26, 2023

1. Happy Birthday to Liam High!

2. No school! This is the third make-up snow day. 

3. No school Monday, May 29- Memorial Day!

4. No school Tuesday, May 30! This is the fourth make-up snow day.

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               Homework for the week of 5/15/2023- 5/19/23 

                                Monday, May 15, 2023 
                              
1. No school! This is the second make-up snow day. 

2. Gym tomorrow! Wear your gym uniform.

 

Tuesday, May 16, 2023

1. Math- Module 7 Lesson 12 pages 217 and 218

2. Spelling- Write words #1-10, 3 times each in yellow notebook
Focus: (Unit #27) The weekly spelling words are from our ReadyGen reading series.   3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/19 at 8:00 am    

4. Science- Chapter 3 Lesson 3 worksheet

5. Bring in 2 erasable black or blue pens by Thursday 5/18.

6. Bring in a healthy snack and water tomorrow! No chips or popcorn, please.  

7. Reading- Vocabulary and Selection Test on the classroom story Brave Girl was scheduled for today (Tuesday 5/16). It will be tomorrow (Wednesday 5/17) since the Math MAP testing took a while for the kids to complete. 

Classroom News:
* Congratulations to our Star Student of the Week- Bobby Tomasulo!
* Thank you to Liam High and Maddie Gonzalez and their families for sending in lollipops for the class!
* MAP testing will begin this week. Your child's attendance is important this week. Being on time for school is extremely important for your child and those around them! Today we completed the Math MAP component.
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ

Parents-
Last week and this week script is OPTIONAL in school and for homework. The children are encouraged to try to incorporate script throughout the day. We will change over the last few weeks of school to script only throughout the day and for homework. All lowercase letters and capital letters have been covered as well as many words have been completed in their script handwriting book. We will continue to work on the craft of script. Over time it will get easier.
                                              Love, Mrs Scallo
 

Wednesday, May 17, 2023

1. Math- Module 7 Lesson 13 and 14 pages  221 and 225
 
2. Spelling- Write words #11- 20, 3 times each in yellow notebook

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/18 at 8:00 am    

4. Science- Chapter 3 Lesson 4 worksheet

5. We will be attending mass for Ascension Thursday tomorrow morning at 9am.
    Full dress uniform is appreciated. Boys don't have to wear the vest.

6. Bring in 2 erasable black or blue pens by Thursday 5/18.

Classroom News:
* MAP testing will begin this week. Your child's attendance is important this week. Being on time for school is extremely important for your child and those around them! Today we completed the Language Arts MAP component.
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ

Thursday, May 18, 2023

1. Math- Module 7 Lesson 15  pages 229 and 230

2. Spelling- Put any 10 spelling words and put them into complete sentences. 

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/25 at 8:00 am    
                       -  Jungle Party reading comprehension worksheet (graded)

4. Bring in 2 erasable black or blue pens by today.
No "clicking pens" please! 

Classroom News:
*  Happy Birthday to Kendall Mannino and Rory Lynch!
* MAP testing will begin this week. Your child's attendance is important this week. Being on time for school is extremely important for your child and those around them!
Math was completed on Tuesday. Language Arts was completed on Wednesday.
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ        

Friday, May 19, 2023

1. Sign and return the test folder on Monday 5/22.
Please sign clearly in pen at the top of each test.

2. Last Family Guild Dress Down on Monday 5/22 to benefit the BSS Block Party! 

3. Return Progress Reports signed on Monday 5/22.

4. Test schedule:

* Reading- Below Deck: A Titanic Story Selection test on Wednesday 5/24
(Study vocabulary words in yellow notebook and phonics skills on page 335 in RWJ)
* Religion- Chapter 22 test on Wednesday 5/24
* Math- Mid-Module 7 test on Thursday 5/25
* Spelling Quiz on Thursday 5/25 

Classroom News:
* Congratulations to Neal Marasciullo on making the 9 & 10 year olds' 
All-Star team for Mid-Island Baseball League! We are so proud of you!
* May Crowning on Wednesday 5/24
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Thursday 5/25. Class Code: YN8CJ       
* School Closed on Friday 5/26, Monday 5/29, and Tuesday 5/30.
  School resumes on Wednesday 5/31.

IMPORTANT-

Parents, 
Students may use erasable pens for all subjects EXCEPT for Math. Pen can be used in the classroom, for homework, and projects.  Always use a pencil in Math! All students should have 2 erasable pens (black or blue) by now. Erasable pens were included on the beginning of school supply list. It has been on the homework site all week. The kids are just getting used to writing in pen! How exciting!! No "clicking pens" please! They will be sent home since it disrupts valuable learning time.  
           Thank you as always! 
            Love, Tricia Scallo

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                  Homework for the week of 5/8/2023- 5/12/23 

                                  Monday, May 8, 2023
                           
1. No school for students today! Teachers have Profession Development. 

2. Gym tomorrow! Wear your gym uniform.

Classroom News:
* Happy Birthday to Lorenzo Campanella!

Tuesday, May 9, 2023 

1. Math- Module 7 Lesson 6 and 7  pages  193, 194  and 197

2. Spelling- Write words #1-10, 3 times each in yellow notebook

Focus: (Unit #26) The weekly spelling words are from our ReadyGen reading series.  
1.   childhood            11.  sleepy
2.   payment             12.  childish
3.   neighborhood     13.  assignment
4.   healthy                14.  crunchy
5.   bumpy                 15.  selfish
6.   foolish                 16.  motherhood
7.   movement          17.   lively
8.   rocky                  18.   rainy
9.   parenthood         19.  treatment
10. reddish               20.  shipment

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/12 at 8:00 am    
                 - The Perfect Gift reading comprehension sheet

4. Bring in a healthy snack and water tomorrow! No chips or popcorn, please.  

Classroom News:
* Congratulations to our Star Student of the Week- Shannon Lynch!
* Thank you to Shannon and the Lynch family for sending in munchkins to celebrate her being Student of the Week!
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Monday 5/15. Class Code: YN8CJ
* Each child was put on Module 7 in Zearn  We are working on Module 7 in school right now. Students should log in daily for additional math support. 
* The following students spent 1 hour (or more) practicing their math or reading skills on IXL this weekend. I admire those students that took time out of their weekend to study! Each student received an award, 5 cents in their classroom wallet, and a homework pass! 
The following students recognized are: 
- Alyssa Binetti 
- Owen Brenneck
- Maddie Gonzalez
- Brynn Turner
Alyssa was the winner with a total of 12 hours 46 minutes on IXL this long weekend (from Thursday to Sunday)! Wowie! Wow! Wow!

* Since implementing IXL (only a few months ago) the class has completed a total of 55,562 questions and logged a total of 228 hours of learning time between home and school! Impressive!!  

Wednesday, May 10, 2023

1. Math- Module 7 Lesson 10 pages  209 and 210
We are skipping Module 7 Lessons 8, 9, and 11. If you would like to complete those lessons at home they are optional. The information on those lessons will not be on the quizzes or tests.

2. Spelling- Write words #11- 20, 3 times each in yellow notebook

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/12 at 8:00 am    

4. Science- Chapter 3 Lesson 2 worksheet 

Classroom News:
* Happy Birthday Alexa Tews!

Thursday, May 11, 2023  

1. Math- Choose any IXL topic. Complete one math topic!

2. Spelling- Choose any 10 spelling words and put them into complete sentences. 

3. Reading- Listen, read, and quiz for one story on Raz Kids due by Friday 5/12 at 8:00 am    
                       - The Butterfly Garden reading comprehension worksheet (graded)

Classroom News:
* Tomorrow afternoon the two third-grade classes will have a butterfly release party! We will go outside, enjoy ices, take pictures, and enjoy the beautiful weather- together! 
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Monday 5/15. Class Code: YN8CJ       

Friday, May 12, 2023      

1. Sign and return the test folder on Tuesday 5/16.
Please sign clearly in pen at the top of each test.

2. Test schedule:

* MAP testing- Testing will begin next week. Specific dates for each of the 4 parts will be given. 
* Reading- Vocabulary and Selection Test on our classroom story Brave Girl on Tuesday 5/16
* Math- test on multi-step word problems on Thursday 5/18
* Science- Test on Chapter 3 Lessons 1, 2, 3, and 4 on Friday 5/19
* Spelling- test on Friday 5/19


Classroom News:
* Thank you to Neal and his family for sending in munchkins and Caprisun drinks! We enjoyed them veryyyyyyyyyyy much!!!
* May Scholastic Book Order is due Monday 5/15. Class Code: YN8CJ
* No shool on Monday 5/15 (2nd snow day make up day)!
* Both third-grade classes will begin MAP testing beginning next week. We have the headphones and charged laptops all ready! Please help me complete the MAP components by sending your child to school each day.  


                                             Sunday, May 14, 2023
                                     
                        Happy Mother's Day to our BSS moms! Enjoy the day!
                               We appreciate all you do! We love each of you!
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