Welcome to Third Grade! Ms. Tricia Scallo 3-2 tscallo@blessedsacramentsi.com
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Homework for the week of 9/25/2023- 9/29/2023
Monday, September 25, 2023
Classroom News:
* Happy Birthday to Charlotte!
* Individual picture day tomorrow. Full dress uniform, please. No gym uniform.Tuesday, September 26, 2023
1. Spelling- Write words #1-10 1 time each
* Spelling words are to be written 3 times each on Monday for homework. I made a deal with the kids on Friday if the Monsignor Farrell JV Football team won on Saturday morning they can write them only 1 time! They won 35-14 against St Joseph by the Sea HS. Just some friendly fun! If you would like to write the words 3 times that is up to you and your child.
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 5 pages 21 and 22
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/29 at 8:00 am.
* Your child can do more than one story if they would like!
4. Bring in a healthy snack and water for snack tomorrow.
NO chips or popcorn please! No snacks with nuts due to allergies.
Classroom News:
* Congratulations to our Student of the Week- Benny DeLessio!Wednesday, September 27, 20231.
1. Spelling- Write words #11-20 1 time each
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 6 pages 25 and 26
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/29 at 8:00 am.Classroom News:
Thursday, September 28, 20231. Spelling- Choose any 10 spelling words. Put them into 10 complete sentences with 6 or more words in each sentence. Don't begin sentences with "I" more than once.
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 7 pages 29 and 30
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/29 at 8:00 am.Classroom News:
Friday, September 29, 20231. Have a wonderful weekend!
2. Test schedule:
Spelling quiz- Friday 10/6
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Test and Quiz Schedule:
Math quiz on topic A- Tuesday 9/26
* Module 1 lessons 1, 2, 3
Math quiz on topic B- Thursday 9/28
* Module 1 lessons 4, 5, 6
Reading Selection test- Friday 9/29
Study circled vocabulary words on pages 2 and 4 in RWJ. Phonics workbook topic on page 1.
* Study vocabulary words (given on Tuesday 9/26) and phonics skill on page 1 in phonics workbook. The story we are reading in class will not be tested on.
A selection test will include a third-grade passage and comprehension questions. They cannot "study" directly for that part. I suggest reading daily and using the Raz program to help to prepare for this part of the test.
Spelling quiz- Friday 9/29*Study: 20 weekly words
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Spelling Words:
* Last week we worked with high-frequency words in spelling. I was hoping this would ease us into our spelling program. This is the official week 1 of the reading program.
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Religion- Chapter 2 Vocabulary-
Bible- the book in which God’s Word is written
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Kingdom of God- the power of God’s love active in the world
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faith - a gift from God that helps us to believe and trust in Him
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crucified- nailed to a cross
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Resurrection- Jesus’ being raised from the dead
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Reading
The story we are reading in class is:
"Location, Location, Location" from The Lemonade War
by Jacqueline Davies
Vocabulary Words:
1. competition-
2. earn-
3. overtime-
* Throughout this school year both third grade classes will be reading books outside of our ReadyGen classroom reading program. The books will not be provided to each student. It is NOT mandatory for your child to have their own copy. However, many children do like to follow along with their own copy. I wanted to give you a list of the books we will read so you have ample time to look for them or to purchase them. I will let you know when to send in each book. Please don't send them in until we are to read each book. The following books will be read during the school year:
1. The Chocolate Touch by Patrick Skene Catling
2. Charlotte's Web by E.B. White
3. Shiloh by Phyllis Reynolds Naylor
4. Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory- by Roald Dahl
5. Tales of a Fourth-Grade Nothing by Judy Blume
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Book Report:
October Book Report
Read a mystery, thriller, or a Halloween-themed book. The book must have at least 80 pages. Complete the book report in pencil. It can be written in print or script. Then create a cover on construction paper. The cover must include the title, author, your child's name, and a hand-drawn picture that is coloredin. Please attach the cover to the book report.
due: Friday 10/27
handed out: Tuesday 9/26
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Projects:
Saints Project
due:
handed out: Friday 9/22
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Important BSS dates/information:
* MAP Testing begins Monday 9/18.
* No School for kids and teachers will attend a retreat at Iona College on Monday 9/25.
* Individual Pictures on Tuesday 9/26
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Uniform:
Reminder: Students are expected to wear the Blessed Sacrament School uniform to school daily. This includes proper shoes and clothes. The dress code will be enforced this school year.
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Special Classes:
Monday- Italian
Tuesday- Gym
Thursday- Music
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Homework for the week of 9/18/2023- 9/22/2023Monday, September 18, 2023
1. Spelling- Write words #1-10 1 time each
* Spelling words are to be written 3 times each on Monday for homework. I made a deal with the kids on Friday if the Monsignor Farrell JV Football team won on Saturday morning they can write them only 1 time! My son plays on the team! They won 14-10 against Chaminade HS of Long Island. Just some friendly fun! If you would like to write the words 3 times that is up to you and your child.
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 1 pages 5 and 6
The third-grade math books for the math program were not delivered. We have to begin the math program so we complete all the material we are expected to complete all year. A photocopy of the classwork (will be a blue spine workbook once they arrive) and homework (will be a red spine workbook once they arrive) will be provided.
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/22 at 8:00 am.
4. Gym tomorrow! Wear your gym uniform and sneakers.
5. Bring in an art smock or old teeshirt by Wednesday 9/20Classroom News:
* Congratulations to our Student of the Week- Liam Gomez!
* Back to school tonight at 5:30! I can talk so get ready! They are only giving me 30 minutes! What a challenge that is for me! Ha!
* Homework can be completed in print or script. Parents should be checking and signing homework.
* Please have all workbooks covered.
* Spelling words will be introduced on Monday morning. Students will be tested on Fridays. Students will write the words in their yellow notebook and on index cards on Monday in class. They can use the index cards to study independently. We are trying to develop and encourage successful study habits.
* Thank you to those families that sent in the lollipops! Please send in a bag if you haven't. We will enjoy (and eat) every single one! Thank you! Who knew lollipops make the day even better?
* MAP testing begins today 9/18! Each child has their own headphones stored in the classroom.
* Please take the time to review the proper uniform requirements. BSS is enforcing the uniform policy. Information is in the school handbook. Girls wearing the spring uniform- blue shorts and white shirts should be in blue dress shoes, not white sneakers. Only on gym days should any student be in sneakers.
* Class Picture Day on Friday 9/22! Full dress uniform, please.
* Individual Pictures on Tuesday 9/26
* No School for kids and teachers will attend a retreat at Iona College on Monday 9/25.
Tuesday, September 19, 2023
1. Spelling- Write words #11-20 1 time each
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 2 pages 9 and 10
Zearn is NOT mandatory. However, I highly suggest using the program for additional practice with each lesson.
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/22 at 8:00 am.
* They can read more than one book on Raz if they would like to.
4. Bring in a healthy snack and water for snack tomorrow.
NO chips or popcorn please! No snacks with nuts due to allergies.
5. Bring in an art smock or old teeshirt by Wednesday 9/20
Classroom News:
* It was so nice meeting all that attended Back to School!
* We completed the Math MAP section today, three more to go!
* Congratulations to the Cabello on their new addition. A baby kitten named Bray Wyatt .
* The kids seem to LOVE IXL! We will use the program in class and they are allowed to use it whenever they want outside of school for extra practice. Sometimes I will assign IXL topic or "free choice" for math homework.
* We enjoy having a little Dum-Dum lollipop during independent reading. Please send in a bag of Dum-Dum lollipops for your child and their classmates- any size is appreciated. Thank you to those families that send a bag in!
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
1. Spelling- Put words #1-10 into complete sentences with 6 or more words. Don't begin sentences with "I" more than once.
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 3 pages 13 and 14
* Please cover BOTH the blue spine classwork math workbook and the red spine homework math workbook.
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/22 at 8:00 am.
4. Religion- Chapter 1 Test tomorrow
5. Bring in a pack of playing cards with your name on it. We will be using them for addition and multiplication math games.
Classroom News:
* I will send home the Google Classroom code next week.
* The kids seem to LOVE IXL! We will use the program in class and they are allowed to use it whenever they want outside of school for extra practice. Sometimes I will assign IXL topic or "free choice" for math homework.
* We enjoy having a little Dum-Dum lollipop during independent reading. Please send in a bag of Dum-Dum lollipops for your child and their classmates- any size is appreciated. Thank you to those families that send a bag in!
* Class Picture Day on Friday 9/22! Full dress uniform, please.
* Individual Pictures on Tuesday 9/26
* No School for kids and teachers will attend a retreat at Iona College on Monday 9/25.
Thursday, September 21, 2023
1. Spelling- Put words #11-20 into complete sentences with 6 or more words. Don't begin sentences with "I" more than once.
2. Math- Module 1 Lesson 4 pages 17 and 18
* Please cover yellow spine math workbook. This book will be used in school only.
3. Reading- Complete one Raz Kids story (read, listen, answer questions) by Friday morning 9/22 at 8:00 am.
4. Saints project given out today- Due Monday 10/23
5. Bring in a pack of playing cards with your name on it. We will be using them for addition and multiplication math games by Tuesday 9/26.
Classroom News:
***** IMPORTANT- DRAMA IS CANCELED TODAY!**********
* PLEASE send your child in on time each morning! It makes a HUGE difference in their day and is extremely distracting to their neighbors, myself, and the classroom routine that starts at 7:35. Thank you to those that are on time. This teaches an important life skill- being on time matters!
* Homework is checked by me every day. If your child's homework is not checked, then they did not bring it up when their group was called.
* Each child has their own mailbox. All "mail" is in their mailbox. If they didn't bring sheets home then they didn't go to their mailbox at the end of the day. There is a mailbox person who tries to remind them. It is their responsibility to bring the correct sheets and books home.
* We completed the reading MAP section today, two more to go!
* We pack up together right now and I tell them what books to take home. We will not do this all year. There is a "books to take home" chart near the homework section on the board with pictures of the books to take home.
* We enjoy having a little Dum-Dum lollipop during independent reading. Please send in a bag of Dum-Dum lollipops for your child and their classmates- any size is appreciated. Thank you to those families that send a bag in!
* Class Picture Day on tomorrow- Friday 9/22!
Full dress uniform, please.
* Individual Pictures on Tuesday 9/26
* No School for kids and teachers will attend a retreat at Iona College on Monday 9/25.Friday, September 22, 2023
1. Sign and return test folders.
* Each child received a test folder. If they were absent or left early it is in their mailbox and they will take it home on Tuesday. If they didn't come home with it, then they left it in their mailbox.
2. Bring in a pack of playing cards by Tuesday 9/26.
* They will be used for addition and multiplication games.
3. No school for students on Monday 9/25.
Teachers will be attending a retreat at Iona College.
4. Test schedule:
Math quiz on topic A- Tuesday 9/26
Math quiz on topic B- Thursday 9/28
Reading Selection test- Friday 9/29
Spelling quiz- Friday 9/29
Classroom News:
* We completed the language MAP section today, two more to go!
* Individual Pictures on Tuesday 9/26- Full dress uniform. No gym uniform.
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Homework for the week of 9/11/2023- 9/15/2023
Monday, September 11, 2023
1. Reading - Labor Day comprehension worksheet
2. Gym tomorrow! Wear your gym uniform and sneakers.
3. Decorated Writer's Journal book due Thursday 9/15
4. Return all notices, 4 wallet-sized pictures, and $10 (cash only) in a labeled envelope for Scholastic Story Works Magazine.
5. Bring in your school email and password TOMORROW!
Classroom News:
* Congratulations to our Student of the Week- Isabella Marroquin!
* Please review the "Classroom Expectations" with your child in their ELA notebook (yellow)
*Cover all workbooks with contact paper.
* The kids had Italian class today! They seemed to really enjoy it!
* We will be going to confession tomorrow as a class.
* Thank you to the families that sent in paperwork, money for Scholastic Story Works, and 4 wallet pictures! Please send them in if you haven't.
* Return the information forms sent home over the summer.
* Send in any summer work completed over the summer.
* Please return the signature packet and the survey by TODAY!
* We color- coded our composition books! The colors are as follows:
white- Homework Notebook (no planners this year)
orange- Religion
purple- Social Studies
green- Science
red- Morning Work
pink- Italian
yellow- ElA and Spelling
blue- Math
decorated with pictures/stickers (decorated at home)- Writer's Journal
* We are not using planners this year so all homework will be copied into their homework notebook. (White notebook)
*The Homework folder is labeled "Homework Folder." A homework chart is inside each homework folder for your child. Each night they complete the homework assigned they earn a sticker. When they fill the whole chart they earn a homework pass! This pass can be used any day for homework! Please send in any notes and homework worksheets in this folder. This folder is sent home each night.
* If your child did not bring in all of his/her supplies, please send them in by TODAY. Thank you so very much for all the supplies sent in by each family so far! We will use all of it! Thank you for shopping for the numerous items and for caring that we have what we need to be successful.
* We have Italian on Monday, Gym on Tuesday, Music on Thursday! They will begin this week!Tuesday, September 12, 2023
1. Reading- Shoot and Score comprehension sheet
2. Bring in a healthy snack and water for snack tomorrow.
NO chips or popcorn please! No snacks with nuts due to allergies.
3. Decorated Writer's Journal due Thursday 9/14
4. Bring in your school email and password TOMORROW!
Classroom News:
* If your child has an IESP please send it to me in an email or a photo-copy. This is VERY important. I would like the most updated information.
* Please review the "Classroom Expectations" with your child in their ELA notebook (yellow)
*Cover all workbooks with contact paper.
Wednesday, September 13, 20231. Reading- Should School Be All Year Round? comprehension sheet
2. Decorated Writer's Journal due Thursday 9/14
3. We enjoy having a little Dum-Dum lollipop during independent reading. Please send in a bag of Dum-Dum lollipops for your child and their classmates- any size is appreciated.
Classroom News:
* Bring in your school email and password if you haven't. We will keep them in the homework folder. The children went on their own computer in school today for the first time!
* If your child has an IESP please send it to me in an email or a photo-copy. This is VERY important. I would like the most updated information.
* Please review the "Classroom Expectations" with your child in their ELA notebook (yellow)
*Cover all workbooks with contact paper.
Thursday, September 14, 20231. Reading- Pencil History comprehension sheet
2. School mass tomorrow. Please wear full dress uniform.
3. We enjoy having a little Dum-Dum lollipop during independent reading. Please send in a bag of Dum-Dum lollipops for your child and their classmates- any size is appreciated.
Classroom News:
* Thank you to those families that sent in the lollipops! We will enjoy (and eat) every single one! Thank you!
* Bring in your school email and password if you haven't. We will keep them in the homework folder.
* If your child has an IESP please send it to me in an email or a photo-copy. This is VERY important. I would like the most updated information.
* Please review the "Classroom Expectations" with your child in their ELA notebook (yellow)
*Cover all workbooks with contact paper.
Friday, September 15, 20231. Enjoy the weekend!
2. Test Schedule:
Religion Chapter 1 test- Thursday 9/21
Spelling quiz- Friday 9/22
3. Please have all workbooks covered.
4. Bring in an art smock or old teeshirt by Wednesday 9/20Classroom News:
* Back to school night on Monday 9/18 at 5:30! I can talk so get ready! They are only giving me 30 minutes! What a challenge that is for me! Ha!
* MAP testing begins Monday 9/18!
* Picture Day on Friday 9/22!
* Spelling words will be introduced on Monday morning. Students will be tested on Fridays. Students will write the words in their yellow notebook and on index cards on Monday in class. They can use the index cards to study independently. We are trying to develop and encourage successful study habits.
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Homework for the week of 9/4/2023- 9/8/2023
Monday, September 4, 2023
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Tuesday, September 5, 2023
Dear Parents,
I will be your child's teacher this year, but I share the hardest job of them all with you... being a parent! My son, Joseph Scallo, is starting school on Thursday just like your children. He is a sophomore at Monsignor Farrell HS. I would like to take a moment and wish all the children and siblings (our teacher moms and dads too) who are heading back to school a healthy, safe, successful, and blessed school year.
PS- Even at 15 years old I miss taking him to school for the first day of school. I am thankful to have wonderful friends who will get a picture of my son! We are all in this together!
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Wednesday, September 6, 2023
* Tomorrow is the first day of school! BSS doors open at 7:35 am and class begins at 7:50 am sharp!
* Don't forget to bring your lunch!
* Make sure to label ALL your school supplies! Bring the supplies in tomorrow along with any paperwork you have.
* I'm super excited to meet each of you! We're going to have the BEST year together!
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Thursday, September 7, 20231. Bring in 4 wallet- sized pictures of yourself by Monday 9/11.
2. Cover workbooks sent home today with clear contact paper. Bring them back TOMORROW! More books will be sent home on Friday to cover.
3. Send in $10 cash in an envelope with your child's name on it for a Scholastic Story Works magazine. Each child will receive a monthly copy of their own that will be used in addition to our ReadyGen reading program.
Classroom News: Yesterday we color- coded our composition books today! The colors are as follows:
white- Homework Notebook (no planners this year)
orange- Religion
purple- Social Studies
green- Science
red- Morning Work
pink- Italian
yellow- Ela and Spelling
blue- Math
* The journal will be decorated with pictures and stickers over the weekend. Details to follow.
* We have Italian on Monday, Gym on Tuesday, Music on Thursday! They will begin next week!
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Friday, September 8, 2023
1. Bring in 4 wallet- sized pictures of yourself by Monday 9/11.
2. Cover workbooks sent home today with clear contact paper. Bring them back on Monday 9/11! More books will be sent home on Friday to cover.
3. Send in $10 cash in an envelope with your child's name on it for a Scholastic Story Works magazine. Each child will receive a monthly copy of their own that will be used in addition to our ReadyGen reading program.
Classroom News:
* Writer's Journal-
Decorate the front and back of the composition book with pictures and/or stickers of all the things your child loves! What makes them happy? What do they enjoy? What do they love? Please cover the book in clear contact paper. The pieces of their heart (started in school today) worksheet should be glued on the inside cover. They will use the "pieces" as topics to write about throughout the year. Free writing is important to a child's development. There will also be prompts, choices, and topics given to help facilitate a love of writing while building stamina and encouraging longer more detailed writing! Some students had an "extra" notebook and were able to glue the worksheet into the notebook. Some students have the worksheet in their homework folders because they need a book (sorry).
Please complete by Thursday, September 14th. We will use the Writer's Journal on Friday, September 15th for the first time together.
* Thank you to the families that sent in paperwork, money for Scholastic Story Works, and wallet pictures!
* Return the information forms sent home over the summer.
* Please return the signature packet and the survey by Monday, 9/11.
* We color- coded our composition books yesterday! The colors are as follows:
white- Homework Notebook (no planners this year)
orange- Religion
purple- Social Studies
green- Science
red- Morning Work
pink- Italian
yellow- Ela and Spelling
blue- Math* We are not using planners this year so all homework will be copied into their homework notebook. (White)
*The Homework folder is labeled "Homework Folder." A homework chart is inside each homework folder for your child. Each night they complete the homework assigned they earn a sticker. When they fill the whole chart they earn a homework pass! This pass can be used any day for homework! Please send in any notes and homework worksheets in this folder. This folder is sent home each night.
* If your child did not bring in all of his/her supplies, please send them in by Monday. Thank you so very much for all the supplies sent in by each family so far! We will use all of it! Thank you for shopping for the numerous items and caring that we have what we need to be successful.
* We have Italian on Monday, Gym on Tuesday, Music on Thursday! They will begin next week!
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