• Look in the bottom of the Assessment folder tonight. There is a small card enclosed for Muffins with Mom
• Next week we are starting a project that will require lots of newspaper. Could you please start saving yours for us? We really appreciate it – and think you will like our final project!
• This week we finished our NWEA testing. Results will come home next week.

• What a wonderful week of treats and surprises. Thank you, thank you. You all were so generous with your culinary talents, flowers and stationery for letter writing. I think many of you share the same appreciation for a half-caf, half-decaf latte as I do! I love the mug. Your little “cherubs” are special to me and I love coming to work – whether it is Teacher Appreciation Week or not.
• We also had a fantastic turn out for the third grade Donuts with Dad today. I hope all enjoyed the annual event. We are looking forward to Muffins with Mom on 4/29.
• I’m writing this before our Music Performance tonight. I’m sure they’ll shine!
• Spelling Lists

• No spelling list next week
• We could use extra hands for our Valentine’s Party. Please let me know if you can join us from 2:45 – 3:30 on Thursday Feb. 11
• If your child wants to make a Valentine Box at home that is great! Bring it in on that Thursday. In addition, please be sure you have a Valentine for each child.
• In today’s assessment folders you’ll find your child’s NWEA scores. Please let me know if you have questions about them. You’ll also find your child’s UNEDITED letter to you from Africa. No need to redo!  I just wanted you to see your child’s writing strengths and weaknesses.

• Our Reading CSAPs will take place on February 17^th and 18^th. Please do all you can to make sure your child is well rested and present for this important test.
• Next week we will begin a new writing project inspired by When I Was Young in the Mountains by Cynthia Rylant.
• Please check assessment folders tomorrow. Not only are there many assessment papers, but an envelope containing your child’s CoGAT score. If you have questions about this evaluation please contact our counselor, Jerry Berg
• Thanks for the encouragement and support for our Book Clubs!

• The kids did an excellent job during the Pride Day assembly yesterday. I was very proud.
• No spelling list/test next week
• We will finish NWEA testing next week. Each child set a goal for him/herself and they are motivated and excited!  I’ll share the data when I have it.

• We will be preparing Crustless Quiche on Wednesday. Look for your child’s ingredient responsibility in this week’s assessment folder.
• I could use a volunteer to bake our quiches in the preschool oven after we make them. Any takers for Wednesday around 11am?
• I will be giving a spelling test and vocab test next Thursday, January 14. We do not have school on Friday the 15^th or Monday the 18^th

Thanks to all who visited the Third Grade Rocks! Evening. I really appreciate your enthusiasm and support.

The Pasta with Tomato Sauce was also a huge hit today! Look for the kid-friendly recipe in this week’s assessment folder.

Next Thursday, December 17^th will be the last day before Winter Break. Students may wear pajamas if they wish!

The WONDERFUL Third Grade Homeroom parents have a great breakfast planned then we will return to the classroom for a celebration. During the party they may be part of a book exchange. If your child will participate please send in a wrapped book appropriate for either a boy or girl. Books may be new or gently used.

There is no spelling list for next week.

Thanks for all your support!

Melinda Kennedy