Quarter 1, Week 4:

If you haven’t RSVP’d for Curriculum night, please use this link.

Curriculum Night Schedule (8/29)

6:00-6:25             Welcome in Gym (Mr. Gillingham, Mrs. Vaughn, and Specialists)

6:30-7:30              Grade Level Presentations

15 minutes: Classroom procedures, routines, homework guidelines

40 minutes: Curriculum and Demo Lessons

5 minute Spalding lesson

25-30 minute Singapore lesson

10 minute Grammar lesson

5 minutes: Q&A

Language Arts: We will be doing consistent spelling words and teaching many “er, ir, ur, ear, wor” words. There will be a spelling test Friday. For Pinocchio we will read Ch. 14-18. And, in grammar we will be studying adverbs.

Math: We are studying sum and difference strategies, reviewing rounding with estimation, and further developing bar modeling skills. There will be a sum/difference quiz Monday and an estimation quiz Friday. If you would like to volunteer for math groups please use this link.

Science: This week, we will be learning about reptiles and fish and finding similarities and differences between them. We will explore further by practicing paragraph writing. On Friday, there will be a short quiz on animal classification.

History: This week we will learn about rivers! We will look at how irrigation brought life to different cities, how people use rivers, and what kind of wildlife could be on different rivers. It will be a fun week!

Quarter 1, Week 3:

Thank you to all who signed up to help with math groups this week and throughout the year! :) I am excited to begin on Wednesday! :) Here is that sign up genius link once more.

A look at week three:

Language Arts: For Spalding this week, we will be working on silent final e rules and begin our spelling list. With grammar we will focus on adjectives and sentence diagramming. For Pinocchio we will read chapters 9-13 and write an essay based on our reading Friday.

Math: We will work through sums and differences this week. There will be a quiz Monday on simple adding and subtracting. Later in the week, we will be teaching bar modeling! I am excited!

Science: This week in Science, we will perform our Reader’s Theater skits and learn more about what makes each of these groups of animals unique! We will also take a closer look at the features of a reptile.

History: This week we will learn about natural and manmade borders. We will look at the difference between a political and physical map. Then we will start to look at different landforms such as a coast, isthmus, harbor, channel, etc.

Quarter 1, Week 2

What a wonderful first week it was in 3C!

We are in need of a classroom parent (or two!)! If you have any interest or questions about the class parent’s role please email me right away 😊 I am hoping to find 3C a classroom parent by this coming Friday.

In case you are still on the search for Pinocchio, I wanted to direct you to the specific copy we will be reading in class by Carlo Collodi.

Also, please sign up for math groups (as mentioned in my email) here!



A brief look into this coming week:

Language Arts: We will be reading Pinocchio this week with emphasis on comprehension and dictionary skills. For Spalding, we will review phonograms and basic rules. Be reviewing phonograms 1-70 nightly as there is a quiz Friday. In grammar we will learn about analogies and verbs!

Math: We learn about rounding this week and take a rounding quiz Wednesday. After that, our first unit on place value will be complete, so on Thursday we will take the unit assessment. We start the second unit on addition and subtraction with the thousands on Friday.

Science: This week in Science, we will explore the seven levels of the classification system. We will also learn more about Vertebrates through some fun group activities!

History: This week we will begin with a quiz on Monday. The students were given a study guide on Friday that was filled out and reviewed in class. We will then learn about the cardinal directions, capitals, and borders on a map!



Lastly, one last reference to the new school birthday treat policy:

Birthday Treat Policy:
Celebrating birthdays is a good way to show the students in our school that they are special and loved. There are many different ways to mark the occasion, but we want to be careful about students eating too many sugary, processed snacks. If each child were to bring in cake or donuts for his/her birthday, that would mean 30 unhealthy lunchtime desserts every year. Some parents would rather their child not eat this type of food and the effects of these sugary snacks can disrupt the learning environment. In fact, we strongly suggest a non-food item if parents wish to mark the occasion. Pencils, books, or other souvenirs can be just as special, don't require clean-up, and won't affect whatever diet parents wish for their children. Some teachers may allow a healthy snack for their classes as an exception (to be eaten in the lunchroom), but please reach out to the lead teacher for details. Make note that sugary treats will not be served to students, and will be sent home with the child that brought them in.

The academy suggests non-food items or healthy snacks for birthdays. Please see your child’s teacher for acceptable treat options, as well as alternatives to food items.

· Food must be in its original packaging with the ingredients listed. Fresh fruit is the exception.
· No peanuts or other nuts
· No cupcakes, cakes, cookies or other treats with frosting
· No pop-culture references


I am excited to begin week two with you! 😊

Sincerely,

Ms. Sipel

Quarter 1, Week 1:

Good evening, 3C!

Thank you for all of the responses to my questionnaire this weekend. I am excited and eager for our first week of school! Please take a look at what we will be learning about this week:

Language Arts: We will be hitting the ground running this week in ELA. We get right into Spalding handwriting as Third Graders are expected to use cursive exclusively. We will review all the standards and practice thoroughly. In grammar we will introduce nouns and pronouns. Our first literature book is Pinocchio. Please make sure your child has that by Wednesday to read with the class.

Math: We will be working with place value up to the ten thousands place. There will be a quiz on the material Friday.

Science: This week in Science, we will learn how scientists classify animals. We will discover the differences between Vertebrates and Invertebrates as well as Cold-blooded and Warm-blooded animals.

History: This week we will be learning how to use and construct maps. We will also be labeling and memorizing the continents, oceans, poles, Equator, and the Prime Meridian! Be prepared for an exciting week!

If you have not done so already, here is the questionnaire link once more: https://goo.gl/forms/zxYaTOt67fHziVT83

See you tomorrow, bright and early! 😊

Sincerely,

Ms. Sipel

Welcome to 3C!

We are happy to have you here! 

My name is Ariell Sipel and I will be your child’s third grade teacher this year at Archway Arete. For those of you who do not know me, this will be my fourth year at Great Hearts. I previously assisted within Kindergarten through third grade, where I found a love of learning and a passion for teaching. I attained my BFA with an emphasis in photography, and am grateful to appreciate and seek out beauty in our everyday. I would like to think of myself as a lifelong learner; I am an artist, a lover of reading, enjoy travel and am always up for an adventure. This year will be full of wonder as we learn new things, ask questions, and challenge ourselves daily.

I am very much looking forward to this bright new school year, seeking out the truth and beauty in our every day and helping your children learn and grow! 

A new adventure awaits!

Sincerely,
Ms. Sipel

If you have not already, please fill out the 3C Welcome Questionnaire, which will give us those important details that we will reference throughout the year! (Please complete by Monday, August 6th.)

Important Information for Meet the Teacher:

Everyone is encouraged to attend Meet the Teacher night this evening. Families with last name A-M are invited to join us from 5:30-6:30pm. Families with last names N-Z are invited to join us from 6:30-7:30pm If you are not available to come say hello tonight, please let me know, along with any questions you may have about kicking off the school year right.  Please bring your (unlabeled) school supplies with you, so you can help us get organized and prepared for day one. Please keep in mind that Meet the Teacher is more of a meet and greet opportunity. If you have specific concerns regarding your child, please email me so we can schedule a time to meet or talk on the phone outside of Meet the Teacher. 

We are looking forward to meeting you!