Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Just a reminder that there is no school on Monday for students.
Please spend time reading this weekend. To keep up with your subtraction and addition skills, please ask Mom or Dad to give you some practice questions.
Have a great weekend.
Ms Toy
Friday, January 28, 2011
Thursday, January 27, 2011
Thursday Agenda
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Apologies for not writing your agenda last night. It was a very busy day teaching here at school and last night at the university. Thank you for your patience.
Today was the last day of Leveled Learning. The next round starts February 3, 2011. There will be no Literacy MAP homework until this time.
Please remember to read each night. It is very important for your growth as a reader and writer.
Again, a reminder that there is no school on Monday for students.
Floor Hockey and Glee Club forms are due tomorrow. Please remember to have Mom or Dad complete them if you are interested in joining these clubs. Please keep in mind that if you choose to participate in clubs this year that you need strong commitment to go to each meeting. No late forms will be accepted.
Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Apologies for not writing your agenda last night. It was a very busy day teaching here at school and last night at the university. Thank you for your patience.
Today was the last day of Leveled Learning. The next round starts February 3, 2011. There will be no Literacy MAP homework until this time.
Please remember to read each night. It is very important for your growth as a reader and writer.
Again, a reminder that there is no school on Monday for students.
Floor Hockey and Glee Club forms are due tomorrow. Please remember to have Mom or Dad complete them if you are interested in joining these clubs. Please keep in mind that if you choose to participate in clubs this year that you need strong commitment to go to each meeting. No late forms will be accepted.
Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Tuesday, January 25, 2011
Working on Listening
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Today we had a desk exchange. We talked about how we know when were are learning our best and when we know improvements need to be made. Most of you have shown so much growth in becoming more aware of how you learn best. However, a few of you continue to require quite a bit of support in focussing and showing commitment in completing daily tasks. Remember that sitting with friends only works when you are both focused on doing your best.
Monday, January 31, 2011 is a PD Day. No school for students.
Please continue to read your books and complete Literacy MAP homework. All grade 3 teachers appreciate the hard work and commitment that many of you show in completing work assigned.
Library exchange is tomorrow morning. Please remember to come to school with your books.
Share with your parents the new routine in how we have organized our book bags and coats. Also share with them the contest about the pencils (hint: a pencil of 10 cm or greater).
Have a great night.
Ms. Toy
Today we had a desk exchange. We talked about how we know when were are learning our best and when we know improvements need to be made. Most of you have shown so much growth in becoming more aware of how you learn best. However, a few of you continue to require quite a bit of support in focussing and showing commitment in completing daily tasks. Remember that sitting with friends only works when you are both focused on doing your best.
Monday, January 31, 2011 is a PD Day. No school for students.
Please continue to read your books and complete Literacy MAP homework. All grade 3 teachers appreciate the hard work and commitment that many of you show in completing work assigned.
Library exchange is tomorrow morning. Please remember to come to school with your books.
Share with your parents the new routine in how we have organized our book bags and coats. Also share with them the contest about the pencils (hint: a pencil of 10 cm or greater).
Have a great night.
Ms. Toy
Monday, January 24, 2011
Another Monday!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Please ensure you are getting enough sleep at night. Many of you are very tired during the day and are having difficulties focusing. Today was a day where you could have practiced better listening skills.
We will continue cleaning up our room tomorrow. It is a job that will take many hands to get done.
Please read tonight and ensure you are completing your Literacy MAP homework. Spelling tests are scheduled for Thursday morning in all groups.
Have a great night.
Ms. Toy
Please ensure you are getting enough sleep at night. Many of you are very tired during the day and are having difficulties focusing. Today was a day where you could have practiced better listening skills.
We will continue cleaning up our room tomorrow. It is a job that will take many hands to get done.
Please read tonight and ensure you are completing your Literacy MAP homework. Spelling tests are scheduled for Thursday morning in all groups.
Have a great night.
Ms. Toy
Friday, January 21, 2011
Enjoy your Weekend!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Spend time enjoying time with your families and friends this weekend. It's been a tough week and a half of being indoors. Take time to play outside this weekend as the weather should cooperate.
Just a reminder to the few of you who have yet to hand in field trip forms. Please return them by Monday as they are already overdue.
Please take time to read this weekend as well.
Have a fantastic weekend.
Ms. Toy
Spend time enjoying time with your families and friends this weekend. It's been a tough week and a half of being indoors. Take time to play outside this weekend as the weather should cooperate.
Just a reminder to the few of you who have yet to hand in field trip forms. Please return them by Monday as they are already overdue.
Please take time to read this weekend as well.
Have a fantastic weekend.
Ms. Toy
Thursday, January 20, 2011
Spelling Test Tomorrow!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Your weekly Spelling Tests are scheduled for tomorrow morning. The words covered are the words you completed for your homework this week, starting Monday.
Parent Council tonight at 7 PM.
Field trip forms for the Glenbow Museum are due tomorrow. Thank you to those parents who have volunteered for our fieldtrip! We now have enough volunteers so that we are able to go.
Have a great night! See you tomorrow!
Ms. Toy
Wednesday, January 19, 2011
Fun Lunch Reminder
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Just a quick reminder that Fun Lunch is scheduled for tomorrow. If you ordered pizza, you do not need to bring a lunch. However, if you did not order pizza, you need to bring your lunch.
A reminder that all field trip forms are due on Friday. If parents are interested in attending, please e-mail me at natoy@cbe.ab.ca
Miss Laslo is in need of parent volunteers for her class. Both classes will go to the Glenbow Museum on February 9, 2011.
Have a great night.
Ms. Toy
Just a quick reminder that Fun Lunch is scheduled for tomorrow. If you ordered pizza, you do not need to bring a lunch. However, if you did not order pizza, you need to bring your lunch.
A reminder that all field trip forms are due on Friday. If parents are interested in attending, please e-mail me at natoy@cbe.ab.ca
Miss Laslo is in need of parent volunteers for her class. Both classes will go to the Glenbow Museum on February 9, 2011.
Have a great night.
Ms. Toy
Tuesday, January 18, 2011
Tuesday's Agenda
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Tell your parents about how we are practicing our Addition skills in class. Perhaps you can share with them some of the stations that we are working on.
Literacy MAP - Please be faithful in completing homework tonight.
Library Exchange is tomorrow morning. Some of you are not returning your books and Mrs. Keall is growing very weary of reminding you week after week. Please commit yourself to be responsible to build upon your reading skills each night. It is important for you to sign out new books and renew ones that you are continuing to enjoy.
Field Trip forms to the Glenbow Museum are due January 21, 2011. Thank you to parents who have already expressed interest in attending. If you are still interested in helping, please let me know.
Fun Lunch this Thursday, January 20, 2011. If you ordered pizza, it will be served to you on Thursday. However, if you did not order pizza, please remember to bring your lunch.
See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Tell your parents about how we are practicing our Addition skills in class. Perhaps you can share with them some of the stations that we are working on.
Literacy MAP - Please be faithful in completing homework tonight.
Library Exchange is tomorrow morning. Some of you are not returning your books and Mrs. Keall is growing very weary of reminding you week after week. Please commit yourself to be responsible to build upon your reading skills each night. It is important for you to sign out new books and renew ones that you are continuing to enjoy.
Field Trip forms to the Glenbow Museum are due January 21, 2011. Thank you to parents who have already expressed interest in attending. If you are still interested in helping, please let me know.
Fun Lunch this Thursday, January 20, 2011. If you ordered pizza, it will be served to you on Thursday. However, if you did not order pizza, please remember to bring your lunch.
See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Monday, January 17, 2011
Literacy MAP Homework
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
A new week usually means regular spelling homework for Literacy MAP. However, some students did not receive their books back to complete homework as Mrs. Brinson went home ill today. Therefore, homework will be reassigned tomorrow.
We have been working on addition for math for the last few weeks. Please review your basic facts at home with your parents. Also, if possible please practice regrouping.
Students received field trip forms for the Glenbow Museum today. Please return them completed ASAP. We are still looking for parent volunteers to ensure the success of our trip. Four parent volunteers are required - if we do not meet this expectation, the field trip will be cancelled.
Mr. Spriggs' last day is tomorrow before his knee surgery. Our new physical education teacher Mr. V has requested that in appreciation of Mr. Spriggs, that all students wear their favorite sports jersey or team colours.
Stay warm. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
A new week usually means regular spelling homework for Literacy MAP. However, some students did not receive their books back to complete homework as Mrs. Brinson went home ill today. Therefore, homework will be reassigned tomorrow.
We have been working on addition for math for the last few weeks. Please review your basic facts at home with your parents. Also, if possible please practice regrouping.
Students received field trip forms for the Glenbow Museum today. Please return them completed ASAP. We are still looking for parent volunteers to ensure the success of our trip. Four parent volunteers are required - if we do not meet this expectation, the field trip will be cancelled.
Mr. Spriggs' last day is tomorrow before his knee surgery. Our new physical education teacher Mr. V has requested that in appreciation of Mr. Spriggs, that all students wear their favorite sports jersey or team colours.
Stay warm. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Friday, January 14, 2011
Enjoy Your Weekend!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
(1) There is no Literacy MAP homework this weekend.
(2) Please ensure you are reading each night for 20 - 25 minutes.
(3) Continue to bring in clean, recyclable items for our building unit.
(4) Share with your parents, your experience in drawing your eyes today.
(5) Parent volunteers are needed for our field trip in February. Please e-mail me if you are interested in helping out (natoy@cbe.ab.ca)
See you on Monday.
Ms. Toy
(1) There is no Literacy MAP homework this weekend.
(2) Please ensure you are reading each night for 20 - 25 minutes.
(3) Continue to bring in clean, recyclable items for our building unit.
(4) Share with your parents, your experience in drawing your eyes today.
(5) Parent volunteers are needed for our field trip in February. Please e-mail me if you are interested in helping out (natoy@cbe.ab.ca)
See you on Monday.
Ms. Toy
Thursday, January 13, 2011
Spelling Test Tomorrow
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Congratulations to all of you on a fantastic assembly! Thank you for your enthusiasm and focus.
A reminder to study well for your spelling tests tomorrow. Please complete your Literacy MAP homework tonight.
Also, please read your library books as they are due next week.
An upcoming field trip to the Glenbow Museum is scheduled for February 9, 2011. We require 4 parent volunteers to attend or we will be required to cancel the field trip. Please contact me ASAP via e-mail at natoy@cbe.ab.ca if you are able to attend. Thank you.
The January 2011 Newsletter is available.
Have a great night. Stay warm!
Ms. Toy
Congratulations to all of you on a fantastic assembly! Thank you for your enthusiasm and focus.
A reminder to study well for your spelling tests tomorrow. Please complete your Literacy MAP homework tonight.
Also, please read your library books as they are due next week.
An upcoming field trip to the Glenbow Museum is scheduled for February 9, 2011. We require 4 parent volunteers to attend or we will be required to cancel the field trip. Please contact me ASAP via e-mail at natoy@cbe.ab.ca if you are able to attend. Thank you.
The January 2011 Newsletter is available.
Have a great night. Stay warm!
Ms. Toy
Wednesday, January 12, 2011
Clothing Check!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Another reminder to make sure that the ski pants and coats that you are wearing home are your own. Black is a popular colour and it seems that some of us are wearing other students' clothing home by accident.
Colin B. is missing his black snow pants. They are labeled on the inside. If you've worn them home by mistake, please return them to school tomorrow. Thank you.
Please ensure you are reading each night for 20 to 25 minutes. Also, please complete your Literacy MAP homework to prepare for your spelling test on Friday.
A school assembly is scheduled for tomorrow at 1 pm in the Grand Hall. All parents are welcome to attend. It will be approximately 30 minutes in duration.
All fun lunch forms are due tomorrow. If you would like to participate, your form must be returned by this date.
Have a great night, Stay warm.
Ms. Toy
Another reminder to make sure that the ski pants and coats that you are wearing home are your own. Black is a popular colour and it seems that some of us are wearing other students' clothing home by accident.
Colin B. is missing his black snow pants. They are labeled on the inside. If you've worn them home by mistake, please return them to school tomorrow. Thank you.
Please ensure you are reading each night for 20 to 25 minutes. Also, please complete your Literacy MAP homework to prepare for your spelling test on Friday.
A school assembly is scheduled for tomorrow at 1 pm in the Grand Hall. All parents are welcome to attend. It will be approximately 30 minutes in duration.
All fun lunch forms are due tomorrow. If you would like to participate, your form must be returned by this date.
Have a great night, Stay warm.
Ms. Toy
Tuesday, January 11, 2011
Literacy MAP Homework
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Please remember to complete your Literacy MAP homework. Many of you are forgetting your work at school. By now you should realize that you will have homework Monday to Thursday. Fridays are your spelling tests and no homework is usually assigned on weekends.
Again, please read over the Winter Poem we will be sharing at the assembly on Thursday.
We had outdoor recess today. However, we do not know how the weather will be tomorrow. Please remember to dress warmly.
Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Please remember to complete your Literacy MAP homework. Many of you are forgetting your work at school. By now you should realize that you will have homework Monday to Thursday. Fridays are your spelling tests and no homework is usually assigned on weekends.
Again, please read over the Winter Poem we will be sharing at the assembly on Thursday.
We had outdoor recess today. However, we do not know how the weather will be tomorrow. Please remember to dress warmly.
Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Monday, January 10, 2011
Poem Practice
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Today we had indoor recess as it was too cold for us to be outside. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
You were each given a copy of the poem "White Snow Bright Snow" to read over tonight to practice for Thursday's assembly. We will practice it tomorrow as a large group with Miss Laslo's class.
Parents are welcome to attend the assembly at 1 pm on Thursday, January 13, 2011. It will be held in the Grand Hall.
Fun Lunch forms are due Thursday, January 13, 2011. It is scheduled for next week.
Please ask mom and/or dad to help you practice how to make different dollar amounts with coins.
Remember to read tonight and finish Literacy MAP homework assigned by your teacher.
Ms. Toy
Today we had indoor recess as it was too cold for us to be outside. Please dress appropriately for the weather.
You were each given a copy of the poem "White Snow Bright Snow" to read over tonight to practice for Thursday's assembly. We will practice it tomorrow as a large group with Miss Laslo's class.
Parents are welcome to attend the assembly at 1 pm on Thursday, January 13, 2011. It will be held in the Grand Hall.
Fun Lunch forms are due Thursday, January 13, 2011. It is scheduled for next week.
Please ask mom and/or dad to help you practice how to make different dollar amounts with coins.
Remember to read tonight and finish Literacy MAP homework assigned by your teacher.
Ms. Toy
Friday, January 7, 2011
Bundle Up!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
This weekend promises to be a cold one. Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather. Monday will be cold and wintry.
Fun Lunch forms were sent home today. Please remember to return your forms as soon as possible with payment.
Remember to spend time reading tonight and on the weekend.
Thank you for a great first week back.
Ms. Toy
This weekend promises to be a cold one. Please remember to dress appropriately for the weather. Monday will be cold and wintry.
Fun Lunch forms were sent home today. Please remember to return your forms as soon as possible with payment.
Remember to spend time reading tonight and on the weekend.
Thank you for a great first week back.
Ms. Toy
Thursday, January 6, 2011
Thursday's Agenda
Dear Grade 3' & Parents,
The virtue of the month is Commitment.
In class we have been talking about 'finishing what you start with your best effort and attitude.'
Today we read the book 'The Master's Apprentice,' where Marco keeps his promise to his father even when it was very challenging. Share with your parents, your thoughts on the meaning of commitment.
Please spend time reading tonight. You can also show your parents how to play the 'Mystery Number' game we have been playing in class - where they have to find the numbers that fit into the boxes.
Tonight you are bringing home Literacy MAP homework. Please remember to complete your homework by practicing a line of each word and a sentence below that uses the word. Remember, each line should have the word written 4 or 5 times with proper markings.
Please take some time tonight to practice reading out loud the below poem. We will be practicing reading out loud the poem in preparation for our Assembly.
White Snow Bright Snow
by Alvin Tresselt
Softly, gently in the secret night,
Down from the North came the quiet white.
Drifting, sifting, silent flight,
Softly, gently, in the secret night.
White snow, bright snow, smooth and deep.
Light snow, night snow, quiet as sleep.
Down, down, without a sound;
Down, down, to the frozen ground.
Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
The virtue of the month is Commitment.
In class we have been talking about 'finishing what you start with your best effort and attitude.'
Today we read the book 'The Master's Apprentice,' where Marco keeps his promise to his father even when it was very challenging. Share with your parents, your thoughts on the meaning of commitment.
Please spend time reading tonight. You can also show your parents how to play the 'Mystery Number' game we have been playing in class - where they have to find the numbers that fit into the boxes.
Tonight you are bringing home Literacy MAP homework. Please remember to complete your homework by practicing a line of each word and a sentence below that uses the word. Remember, each line should have the word written 4 or 5 times with proper markings.
Please take some time tonight to practice reading out loud the below poem. We will be practicing reading out loud the poem in preparation for our Assembly.
White Snow Bright Snow
by Alvin Tresselt
Softly, gently in the secret night,
Down from the North came the quiet white.
Drifting, sifting, silent flight,
Softly, gently, in the secret night.
White snow, bright snow, smooth and deep.
Light snow, night snow, quiet as sleep.
Down, down, without a sound;
Down, down, to the frozen ground.
Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Wednesday, January 5, 2011
Happy Wednesday!
Hello Grade 3's and Parents,
Thank you for beginning to bring in your recyclable building materials. Please continue to bring in any of the items discussed in class. The more we can collect, the more creative we can be in our building.
Levelled Learning begins tomorrow. A reminder that your Literacy MAP homework will also be coming home for tomorrow nights homework. If your blue Literacy MAP book is at home, remember to bring it to school tomorrow.
Please take some time to read your new Library Books you borrowed from the Library. Although the weather has been warm, you are still expected to dress for the winter weather. This includes a warm jacket, ski pants to play in the snow, a toque, mitts and boots.
Have a wonderful evening. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Thank you for beginning to bring in your recyclable building materials. Please continue to bring in any of the items discussed in class. The more we can collect, the more creative we can be in our building.
Levelled Learning begins tomorrow. A reminder that your Literacy MAP homework will also be coming home for tomorrow nights homework. If your blue Literacy MAP book is at home, remember to bring it to school tomorrow.
Please take some time to read your new Library Books you borrowed from the Library. Although the weather has been warm, you are still expected to dress for the winter weather. This includes a warm jacket, ski pants to play in the snow, a toque, mitts and boots.
Have a wonderful evening. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Library Tomorrow
Dear Grade 3's and Parents,
Later this week you will receive a letter listing the various building materials to look for in your recycling at home. However, you can begin collecting items from home today. We will be using these items for our Building and Testing unit. If every student brings a bag full of useful and clean materials, we will have plenty to share amongst our Grade 3 community. Please do not purchase or buy items from the store for our building unit.
Library Exchange is tomorrow. Please remember to return your Library Books as you have had them since Winter Break, even if you plan to renew them. Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Later this week you will receive a letter listing the various building materials to look for in your recycling at home. However, you can begin collecting items from home today. We will be using these items for our Building and Testing unit. If every student brings a bag full of useful and clean materials, we will have plenty to share amongst our Grade 3 community. Please do not purchase or buy items from the store for our building unit.
Library Exchange is tomorrow. Please remember to return your Library Books as you have had them since Winter Break, even if you plan to renew them. Have a great night. See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Monday, January 3, 2011
Welcome Back!
Dear Grade 3's & Parents,
Welcome back to school!
Students showed great excitement in catching up with one another and sharing the events of their holidays. It was great to hear the many surprises and stories you each had in spending time with family & friends.
To start the year well, students will require support to rebuilding regular routines for sleeping, eating and homework. Literacy MAP homework will be sent home later this week. However, please ensure that you are reading each night for at least 20 minutes.
Library exchange is scheduled for Wednesday morning. Please remember to return your books.
See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
Welcome back to school!
Students showed great excitement in catching up with one another and sharing the events of their holidays. It was great to hear the many surprises and stories you each had in spending time with family & friends.
To start the year well, students will require support to rebuilding regular routines for sleeping, eating and homework. Literacy MAP homework will be sent home later this week. However, please ensure that you are reading each night for at least 20 minutes.
Library exchange is scheduled for Wednesday morning. Please remember to return your books.
See you tomorrow.
Ms. Toy
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