Week of September 15th

                                                        

September 15-19th

Upcoming Important Dates:

September 24th-26th: WVCEA Conference, NO SCHOOL

October 2nd: NLCA Literature Fair

October 10th: Grandparents' Day

List 4

1. cookie

2. magpie

3. collie

4. brownie

5. pie

6. untie

7. ski

8. safari

9. macaroni

10. Hawaii

11. moonlight

12. firefly

13. butterfly

14. slippery

15. splatter

16. balloon

17. scribble

  

Vocabulary: students will match the definition to the term.  They do not need to memorize the spelling.

1. timpani- large drums

2. appear- to be seen

3. prairie- grassland with few trees

Bible Memory Verse:

Hebrews 11:2 

(Next week we will recite Hebrews 11:1 AND 2 as our memory verse)

"For by it the elders obtained a good report"

Literature Fair Information

 

LITERATURE FAIR INFORMATION

NLCA School Literature Fair: October 2nd

 1. Every project must have a backboard. This can be homemade or purchased from your school or a store. Just make sure the backboard can stand by itself when placed on a tabletop.

2. No project may occupy a space larger than 30” front to back and 36” side to side. Displays must fit on the table space provided.

3. Project utilizing any type of battery-operated devices in the display must use these items as an enhancement to the project. Electronic media may not be used in lieu of the oral presentation. Judges will deduct points from the overall score for failure to follow this guideline.

4. Each participant must give an oral presentation 3-5 minutes in length. It is suggested that both members speak in a pair or class project. (If a participant feels that 3-5 minutes is inadequate, he/she may need to add information to his/her project board.)

5. Projects for third grade are individual only.

6. A project must be a student’s work. Points will be deducted if resources and direct quotes are not credited to their original source. Blatant plagiarism may result in the project being disqualified. Parents, teachers, and other adults may give suggestions and guidance to the student; however, the student must perform all actual construction of the project and display.

7. Spelling and grammar are important and should be correct.

8. Be imaginative, neat, and creative.

9. Don’t wait until the last minute to begin your reading and do your research.

Literature Fair Oral Presentation Judging Rubric

The two areas that students will be judged on are the time frame that they took to present as well as their comprehension of the book and enthusiasm in presenting it. 

Time Frame

5 Points:  3 minutes & finished by 5 minutes

4 Points:  Went over 5 minutes ______________________

4 Points:   2:01 minutes to 2:59 minutes

3 Points:   1:01 minutes to 2 minutes

2 Points:   Zero to 1 minute

Comprehension

5 Points:  Student is enthusiastic and demonstrates knowledge – presentation is organized & Interesting

4 Points:  Student is somewhat enthusiastic and demonstrates knowledge – presentation is somewhat organized & interesting

3 Points: Student demonstrates some knowledge of the book without being asked

2 Points:  Student demonstrates no knowledge of the book but could answer questions

1 Point: Student demonstrates no knowledge of the book & could not answer questions

Week of September 8th

                                      

Week of September 8th-12th

Important Information and Dates:

Parent Teacher Conferences September 16th*

*I'll make alternative plans as I drive the school van and will not be available.

WV Christian Educators Association Conference: September 24th-26th:

There will NOT be school these three days.

NLCA Literature Fair: October 2nd

3rd grade participation is mandatory.  I will send info with the students on Monday

They are encouraged to choose a chapter book this week. 

Spelling List 3

Bible Memory Verse:

Hebrews 11:1

Now faith is the substance of things hoped for, the evidence of things not seen.

Extra ways to help your kiddo:

This week we will be focusing on multiplication of 2s and 3s.  Having flashcard practice a few times a week is super helpful for them to memorize those facts.

We are also learning about some unit relationships:

60 seconds = 1 minute

60 minutes = 1 hour

24 hours = 1 day

12 inches = 1 foot

3 feet = 1 yard

36 inches  = 1 yard

These are a challenge for some students.  And we see these unit relationships and build upon them all year.  So frequent practice with them will go a long way. 

 

 

Upcoming Events:

Monday, September 1st: No School-Labor Day

Wednesday, September 3rd: Potato Coloring Page due (optional)

Friday, September 5th: School Picture Day

Important Info:

Parent Teacher Conferences are on Tuesday 9/16.  I drive the van for the school.  I will update you if I'll be available for conferences or if we will need to make another way to talk.

There will be no school on September 24-26th as the teachers are attending a professional Christian educator's conference.

Spelling List 2:

1. choice

2. voice

3. rejoice

4. boiling

5. toiled

6. spoil

7. moisture

8. soy

9. annoy

10. decoy

11. Sunday

12. Monday

13. Tuesday

14. Wednesday

15. Thursday

16. Friday

17. Saturday

Vocabulary: matching term to its definition

1. voyage: a long trip across water

2. loyal: faithful and true

3. employ: to hire for a job

Bible Memory Verse:

John 3:16

"For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whosoever believeth in Him shall not perish, but have everlasting life."

Week of 8/25

 

August 25th-August 29th

We had a great first three days this week!  What an amazing group of students!  I truly can't wait to see what the Lord does this year with this class!  

Bible Memory Verse

Quiz Friday 8/29

                  

"Thy Word is a lamp unto my feet and a light unto my path" Psalm 119:105

Spelling List 1

Practice Quiz Thursday 8/28

Quiz Friday 8/29 

(if they miss more than 2 on the practice quiz)

They need to study the spelling for 1-17, and then be able to 

match the vocabulary term to its definition.

They can write the list 1-17 two times in print for 2 bonus points, or 2 times in cursive for 4 bonus points.  Four points is the maximum amount they can earn.

Hope everyone has a safe, restful, and fun weekend!

Open House

 

Hello everyone!! I am getting some questions about open house as well as the first day of school so I thought I'd share some information.  

Open house will be on August 18th from 5:30-6:30 pm.  Last year we had an informal open house where you just come by and say hi anytime during that window, but I am unsure if it will be the same this year.  I'll keep you posted.  

Our first day of school is August 20th :) 

Please see my post regarding classroom supplies needed for this year, and don't hesitate to reach out with questions or concerns.  You can reach me at amilanese@nlca.info

Lastly, I would like to share our classroom Amazon wish list link.  This incoming group is going to have so many learning materials to use as generous individuals have purchased us some fun things.  So most of these items are small perishable items to replenish our stock.  But please DO NOT feel like you need to purchase any of these items.  I know Back to School time requires a lot of families.

3rd Grade Amazon Wishlist

I am looking forward to this year!  I think about our class daily, and I am praying for a fruitful year!

2025-2026 Supplies List

 

                                                      

3rd Grade

Classroom Supplies List

2025-2026

KJV Bible

Backpack/Bookbag

$4 for our Class Highlights Subscription

1-Pencil Pouch/Box

Wired Headphones for their iPad

2-Boxes of Tissues

150 Page Loose Leaf College Ruled Paper

Scissors

#2 Pencils: NO MECHANICAL PENCILS PLEASE

BOYS: 1-12oz Bottle of Hand Sanitizer

GIRLS: 1-50ish Count Box of Sandwich Bags

Spill proof water bottles are allowed: No large sizes like Stanleys please.

Tennis shoes are required for gym each day of the week.