Peek at the Week News February 27th, 2012

Dear 3rd Grade Parents,

Please take a look at this week's highlights:

Vocabulary/Spelling: PSIA Words #121-140 definitions due on Wednesday. Spelling/Vocabulary/Dictation test on Friday.

Reading/Social Studies: We finished learning about musical influences of the Harlem Renaissance this week. We learned about different types of jazz and blues music. After this unit, we will go back in time to discover the influences of the Renaissance period in Europe. We will also have an opportunity to learn about Shakespeare's works (dramas and sonnets).

English: Last week, some of the 3rd grader brought pompoms and megaphones to class! Many of you may wonder if we really needed them, and the answer is YES! We learned the "Pronouns Cheer" by memorizing a chant to distinguish the difference between subject and object pronouns. We will continue the grammar drills so that we can take tests confidently and pass with flying colors. We also learned a new Grammar Jingles song, "Misused Blues," in reference to commonly misused irregular verbs (lay/lie, raise/rise, teach/learn, etc).

Math: We finally finished our Geometry unit in our textbook. We will begin a new chapter (Multiplication with Regrouping, Chapter 10) this week. In the next few days, expect to have your child complete at least 4 topics per assignment in the ALEKS MyPie. We will then move on to more multiplication and division drills as a refresher.

Religion: These past two days, we have discussed the importance of the sacrament of Reconciliation, especially during the time of Lent. We examined our conscience by discussing the 10 Commandments and how they apply to our daily lives. As a school, we all went to confession this morning. I provided a copy of "Examination of Conscience for Children" by Fr. Edward Filardi, Gaithersburg, Maryland for each student as a guide. This has been very useful in the classroom when talking about making choices in our lives, and connecting those choices to our faith. You may find it in the Tuesday folder.

Have a blessed week!
~Mrs. Pulido