January 15th - 19th

Welcome back third grade families! Thank you for taking the time to read our third grade blog. Make sure you are checking it weekly for calendar updates, what we are learning, and a glimpse at our week in pictures!

What are we learning?

Math

In math, learners will begin to use strategies and algorithms, including the standard algorithm, to multiply a two-digit number by a one-digit number. Strategies may include mental math, partial products, and the commutative, associative, and distributive properties.  Please make sure that your child is continuing to practice their multiplication facts, these are extremely important as we move into two-digit by one-digit multiplication.

Homefun: Reflex Math TWO times a week for FIFTEEN minutes

Language Arts

In reading, learners will begin looking at main idea in nonfiction books. In writing, learners will write their middle of the year assessment, and work on procedural writing. Our grammar focus this week will be on prepositions. In spelling, our new words will be following the VCCCV pattern. The spelling pretest will be on Tuesday, lists will be sent home on Wednesday, and the test will be on Friday.

Homefun: RazKids TWO times a week for FIFTEEN minutes and spelling test on Friday.

Science

In science, learners will construct models that demonstrate the relationship of the Sun, Earth and Moon, including orbits and positions.

Social Studies

In social studies, learners will begin their geography unit by discussing how map elements assist us in interpreting and creating maps.

Calendar

January 15th - MLK Day - NO SCHOOL
January 15th - LAST DAY TO ORDER YEARBOOKS!
January 19th  - Winter Texan Town
January 26th - Winter Texan Town

Announcements

Yearbooks

2017-2018 yearbooks are on sale now! You can order online (click here). Monday, January 15th is the last day to design an ad/order a yearbook for your child. There will be very limited extra yearbooks in the spring. Order TODAY!

Character at TCE

Citizenship Quality: Self-Control
Life Principal: Dedication

Town Center Common Courtesy: Do not ask for rewards for good grades or behavior.