September 19, 2008

Math
Next week in math we will be finding elapsed time, analyzing data on graphs and charts, and reviewing the unit to take our first unit test. Please look for graded Math Journal sections when it is brought home. When the journal is taken home it will need to be returned the following day.

Reading
Please monitor your child’s reading at home. Reading Accelerated Reader books at home can help build AR points. We visit AR store each month where students can redeem their points for prizes. Prizes can be purchased for as little as one point, but points can be saved for bigger prizes at the end of the year. Thirty points, for example, can buy third graders a field trip to Gattitown in May. If you would like to see the prize list and a thorough description of the entire program you can visit Ms. Horowitz’s (Library Programs) link on Northside’s homepage. I can also send you a copy if you prefer.

Halloween Happening
Friday, October 24^th is the date set aside for PTO Halloween Happening. Halloween Happening is a great family event with game booths, silent auction, cake walk, food and more. Each class will be making a theme basket to raffle at Halloween Happening during a Silent Auction. The theme for our class basket is "Car Care" which would consist of any item that could be used to care for a car such as car wash, wax, washing mitts, drying cloths, upholstery cleaner, gas treatment, etc. All items need to be sent to our classroom by Friday, October 10^th.

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