Welcome to Quarter 2 Week 7!

We have an exciting and busy week ahead as we continue learning and preparing for several special events.

Independent Study Projects
Independent Study Project packets will go home on Wednesday, December 3rd. Please look for these in your scholar’s folder. We will review expectations in class, and students will have plenty of time to work toward a thoughtful and meaningful final product during Independent Study Week,  January 5th - January 9th. The project is due Monday, January 12th. (To ensure all Independent Study Project information is sent out on the same day across all grade levels, the blog will be updated with more information regarding the project on Wednesday)

Classroom Spelling Bees - Tuesday, December 9th
Our classroom spelling bees will take place on Tuesday, December 9th. This is a wonderful opportunity for students to practice poise, confidence, and clear articulation. Winners from each class will advance to the grade-level bee.

Narnia Celebration -  Thursday, December 11th 
Preparations continue for our Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Celebration on Thursday, December 11th. We are enjoying the story deeply in class and look forward to bringing Narnia to life for our scholars.

We still have a few spots open on the signup! We appreciate any help you can give to make this a magical day for all our students! 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445A4A829A4F85-59710980-narnia#/

Independent Study Week  Monday, January 5th - Friday, January 9th. 

Independent Study Project Due - Monday, January 12th. 

Parent Teacher Conferences Round 2 - Wednesday, January 7th - Friday, January 9th 

We're so excited to have our second round of Parent Teacher Conferences. Links will go out on Wednesday, December 3rd. (To ensure all Parent/Teacher Conference information is sent out on the same day across all grade levels, the blog will be updated with more information regarding the conferences on Wednesday)

“Friends, Romans, Countrymen” by William Shakespeare

We will begin practicing our new poem this week. Students will work on memorization and expression in class. The poem will be due on December 18th.

Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears;
I come to bury Caesar, not to praise him.
The evil that men do lives after them;
The good is oft interred with their bones;
So let it be with Caesar. The noble Brutus
Hath told you Caesar was ambitious:
If it were so, it was a grievous fault,
And grievously hath Caesar answer’d it.
Here, under leave of Brutus and the rest—
For Brutus is an honourable man;
So are they all, all honourable men—
Come I to speak in Caesar’s funeral.
He was my friend, faithful and just to me:
But Brutus says he was ambitious;
And Brutus is an honourable man.
He hath brought many captives home to Rome,
Whose ransoms did the general coffers fill:
Did this in Caesar seem ambitious?
When that the poor have cried, Caesar hath wept:
Ambition should be made of sterner stuff:
Yet Brutus says he was ambitious;
And Brutus is an honourable man.
You all did see that on the Lupercal
I thrice presented him a kingly crown,
Which he did thrice refuse: was this ambition?
Yet Brutus says he was ambitious;
And sure he is an honourable man.
I speak not to disprove what Brutus spoke,
But here I am to speak what I do know.
You all did love him once, not without cause:
What cause withholds you then to mourn for him?
O judgment! thou art fled to brutish beasts,
And men have lost their reason. Bear with me;
My heart is in the coffin there with Caesar,
And I must pause till it come back to me.

We look forward to another productive and joyful week together.

Warmly,
🌻 The Third Grade Team

Quarter 2, Week 6 in Third Grade!

We are excited for another full and joyful week in third grade as we continue learning, practicing good habits, and preparing for upcoming events.

Grandparents Day – Tuesday
We look forward to welcoming grandparents and special guests on Tuesday. Our students are eager to share a glimpse of their daily life at school and the work they’ve been doing this quarter.

Narnia Celebration Approaching
Preparations continue for our Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe Celebration on Thursday, December 11th. We are enjoying the story deeply in class and look forward to bringing Narnia to life for our scholars.

We still have open spots on our signup for celebration supplies! 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445A4A829A4F85-59710980-narnia#/

New Poem: “Friends, Romans, Countrymen” by William Shakespeare
We will begin practicing our new poem this week. Students will work on memorization and expression in class. The poem will be due on December 18th.

Friends, Romans, countrymen, lend me your ears;
I come to bury Caesar, not to praise him.
The evil that men do lives after them;
The good is oft interred with their bones;
So let it be with Caesar. The noble Brutus
Hath told you Caesar was ambitious:
If it were so, it was a grievous fault,
And grievously hath Caesar answer’d it.
Here, under leave of Brutus and the rest—
For Brutus is an honourable man;
So are they all, all honourable men—
Come I to speak in Caesar’s funeral.
He was my friend, faithful and just to me:
But Brutus says he was ambitious;
And Brutus is an honourable man.
He hath brought many captives home to Rome,
Whose ransoms did the general coffers fill:
Did this in Caesar seem ambitious?
When that the poor have cried, Caesar hath wept:
Ambition should be made of sterner stuff:
Yet Brutus says he was ambitious;
And Brutus is an honourable man.
You all did see that on the Lupercal
I thrice presented him a kingly crown,
Which he did thrice refuse: was this ambition?
Yet Brutus says he was ambitious;
And sure he is an honourable man.
I speak not to disprove what Brutus spoke,
But here I am to speak what I do know.
You all did love him once, not without cause:
What cause withholds you then to mourn for him?
O judgment! thou art fled to brutish beasts,
And men have lost their reason. Bear with me;
My heart is in the coffin there with Caesar,
And I must pause till it come back to me.

We look forward to another productive and joyful week together.

Welcome to Quarter 2 Week 5!

Quarter 2, Week 5 in Third Grade!

We are looking forward to a wonderful week ahead as we continue to grow in knowledge, gratitude, and community during this special season.

Concert – Friday
We are so excited for our third-grade concert on Friday! We can’t wait to see our scholars shine as they share their hard work and joyful voices on stage.

Tip: Try to grab your concert attire ahead of time. You don't want to end up having to hunt down a new pair of dress shoes at the last minute! 

Poem Due – Friday
Our current poem is due this Friday. Please ensure your scholar continues to practice at home as we focus on memorization and expressive recitation in class.

“The First Thanksgiving of All” by Nancy Byrd Turner
We will begin practicing our new poem this week, which will be due on November 14th.

Peace and Mercy and Jonathan,
And Patience (very small),
Stood by the table giving thanks
The first Thanksgiving of all.

There was very little for them to eat,
Nothing special and nothing sweet;
Only bread and a little broth,
And a bit of fruit (and no tablecloth):
But Peace and Mercy and Jonathan
And Patience, in a row,
Stood up and asked a blessing on
Thanksgiving long ago.

Thankful they were their ship had come
Safely across the sea;
Thankful they were for hearth and home,
And kin and company;
They were glad of broth to go with their bread,
Glad their apples were round and red,
Glad of mayflowers they would bring
Out of the woods again next spring.

So Peace and Mercy and Jonathan,
And Patience (very small),
Stood up gratefully giving thanks
The first Thanksgiving of all.

On the Horizon: Narnia Celebration
Our Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Celebration will take place on Thursday, December 11th, from 1:30–3:00 p.m. We look forward to bringing this beloved story to life with our students!

Parents who have been selected for the volunteer lottery will receive an email on Tuesday, November 11th. 

https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040445A4A829A4F85-59710980-narnia#/

We still need some supplies and a few doors need decorators. Thank you so much for making this a magical day! 

Warmly,
🌻 The Third Grade Team

Quarter 2, Week 3 in Third Grade!

Happy Monday 3rd Grade Families, 

We are looking forward to another great week of learning and growth in third grade! Thank you for continuing to support your scholars as they develop strong habits and a love for learning.

Literature: The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe
We will begin reading The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe on Monday. Please make sure your scholar brings their copy of the book to school each day. We are so excited to journey through Narnia together!

Narnia Celebration Volunteer Lottery - Monday, October 27 - Monday, November 3

The Lion The Witch and the Wardrobe volunteer sign-up is now open. We’re so excited to welcome volunteers to take part in this magical event! Parents selected in the volunteer 

• On the Horizon: Narnia Celebration  Our Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe Celebration will take place on Thursday, December 11th, from 1:30–3:10 p.m. Parent volunteers are invited to help bring Narnia to life across our classrooms and hallway. 

Field Day – Thursday, October 30

Our Third and Fourth Grade Field Day will take place on Thursday, October 30. Students will participate in team games and outdoor activities. Please ensure your scholar comes dressed in comfortable athletic wear and tennis shoes.

Math Test – Friday, October 31
Students will take their Chapter 3 Math Test on Friday, October 31. This test will cover multiplication and division of multiples of 2, 3, 4, 5, and 10. A review will be provided in class to help students prepare.

We are proud of the effort and enthusiasm our scholars are showing each day and look forward to another productive and joyful week!

Warmly,

🌻 The Third Grade Team

Quarter 2, Week 2 in Third Grade

 

Quarter 2, Week 2 in Third Grade!

We had such a wonderful time meeting with you all during Parent-Teacher Conferences last week. Thank you for taking the time to partner with us in your child’s learning. Your support makes all the difference.

This week, we are excited to share a few important updates and upcoming dates.

Character Dress Up Day
Students may dress as their favorite character from a classic story we have read at GHNO or as a historical figure we study.

• Costume Proposal Slips Due: Wednesday, October 22

• Character Dress Up Day: Friday, October 24
  We look forward to seeing the creativity and thoughtful connections your scholars make with their chosen characters and figures.

Field Day
Third and Fourth Grade Field Day will take place on Thursday, October 30th. More details about attire and supplies will be shared soon. We are looking forward to a fun and active day with our students! Information about volunteer opportunities and snack/water donations will be in the weekly email from Headmaster Mitchel. 

To add a little something special to the day, we’d like to give our 31 students a bandana that matches their team: Please click here to signup to donate a set of bandanas. 

In the Classroom 

Little House on the Prairie Test
Students will take their Little House on the Prairie test on Wednesday, October 22nd. The Little House on the Prairie Study Guide will be reviewed on Monday to help them prepare.

Math Update: Division Begins
This week, we are beginning our unit on division. Students will explore how division relates to multiplication and practice using different strategies to solve problems.

IXL Practice for Math
For additional math practice, students can log in to IXL through their Clever portal using the QR code glued into their agenda. This is not homework or a requirement, but it is an optional resource available for families who wish to support extra skill practice at home. Please refer to the IXL letter that was sent home in your scholar's Graded Work folder last week.

New Poem 
We will begin practicing our new poem, due on November 14th. 

The First Thanksgiving of all 

by Nancy Byrd Turner 

Peace and Mercy and Jonathan,

And Patience (very small),

Stood by the table giving thanks

The first Thanksgiving of all.

There was very little for them to eat,

Nothing special and nothing sweet;

Only bread and a little broth,

And a bit of fruit (and no tablecloth):

But Peace and Mercy and Jonathan

And Patience, in a row,

Stood up and asked a blessing on

Thanksgiving long ago.

Thankful they were their ship had come

Safely across the sea;

Thankful they were for hearth and home,

And kin and company;

They were glad of broth to go with their bread,

Glad their apples were round and red,

Glad of mayflowers they would bring

Out of the woods again next spring.

So Peace and Mercy and Jonathan,

And Patience (very small),

Stood up gratefully giving thanks

The first Thanksgiving of all.

We are looking forward to another joyful and focused week in third grade as we continue to grow in knowledge, confidence, and curiosity.

Warmly,
🌻 The Third Grade Team

Welcome to Quarter Two of Third Grade!

 Parents, please be on the lookout for narrative writing assignments coming home soon! Students are beginning their work with personal narratives, and we are excited to see their creativity shine through their writing.

In history, we have just begun our new unit on Ancient Rome. Students are already asking thoughtful questions and showing curiosity about what life was like in this great civilization.

Character Dress Up Day
Students may dress as their favorite character from a classic story we have read at GHNO or as a historical figure we study.

• Costume proposal slips due: October 22

• Character Dress Up Day: October 24

Parent/Teacher Conferences
Conferences will take place the week of Fall Break, October 13–15. If you have not signed up yet, please use the links below to select a time

• 3A – Cazares/Spivey 
• 3B – Revel-McGarry/Dominguez
• 3C – Gustowski/Garcia 
• 3D – Tolmacheva/Stephen

We are looking forward to all the growth, creativity, and excitement this month will bring!

Warmly,
🌻 The Third Grade Team

Welcome to Week Eight of Third Grade!

Happy Homecoming Week! We are looking forward to a joyful week filled with school spirit and community. Here are a few important updates:

Parent Teacher Conferences 

If you've not done so already, signup for Parent/Teacher Conferences here. 

• 3A – Cazares/Spivey 
• 3B – Revel-McGarry/Dominguez 
• 3C – Gustowski/Garcia 
• 3D – Tolmacheva/Stephen 

Griffin Coloring Contest
Our Griffin Coloring Contest begins this week! Students will have the opportunity to show off their creativity and school spirit by participating.

Grade 3 Headmaster Coffee – Thursday
We hope you’ll join us this Thursday for the Grade 3 Headmaster Coffee. It’s a wonderful chance to connect and hear from school leadership.

Spirit Day – Friday
Students may wear mums on Friday for Spirit Day. Please see the Headmaster’s email for the full guidelines.

Updated Weekend Homework Guidelines
We have received updated guidelines regarding weekend homework. Going forward, the only third grade homework on weekends will be to read for 20 minutes.

Students do not need to complete their reading log in full over the weekend. Just record the title, author, and minutes read. An updated reading log will be sent home next week to reflect these changes.

Character Dress up Day Form Students may dress as their favorite character from a classic story we read at GHNO or a historical figure we study. Costume proposal slips are due October 22nd and Character Dress up Day is October 24th. 

Poem Due Friday 

The Crocodile by Lewis Carroll 

How doth the little crocodile

Improve his shining tail,

And pour the waters of the Nile

On every golden scale!

How cheerfully he seems to grin

How neatly spreads his claws,

And welcomes little fishes in,

With gently smiling jaws!

Thank you for your continued support as we encourage a love of reading at home. We are so proud of the hard work and enthusiasm our scholars are bringing each day!

Warmly,
🌻 The Third Grade Team