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Third Grade Weekly Update

Dear Parents,

Thank you for a wonderful holiday season in the classroom. Students enjoyed stories from the Jesse Tree, our Advent Ceremonies, Gingerbread House making, and a novel study of Charlotte’s Web. This is, of course, outside of finishing up math, science, and social study units! To say we’ve been busy is an understatement. 

Even with everything going on, we still have taken some time to sit and reflect on the meaning of the season. We enjoyed a reverent mass this morning, which was a great way to slow down. I hope you all get a chance to rest and make wonderful memories with your family, as I have with this class. 

Here are some upcoming dates to plan for:

  • December 21 – January 3 – Christmas Break: NO SCHOOL – No Share and Care

January 2024

  • Thursday, January 4 – Classes Resume
  • Friday, January 5 – Vision screening for all students
  • Friday, January 12 – NO SCHOOL, Elementary Staff Day, No Share and Care
  • Monday, January 15 – NO SCHOOL, Martin Luther King, Jr. Day
  • Tuesday, January 23 – Free dress for January birthdays
  • Wednesday, January 24 – Noon Dismissal, Teachers Professional Development
  • Thursday, January 25 – School Spirit Day – Class theme
  • Sunday, January 28 – Open House, immediately following Mass/Science Fair 10:00-11:30 a.m.
  • Sunday-Friday, January 28 – February 2 – Catholic Schools Week

Please read our SPN Weekly Newsletter to keep up with school events and information!

Christmas Pictures

Happy Holidays!

Warmly,

Mrs. Costy

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What Our Families are Saying

"The supportive teachers at SPN played a big role in preparing me for high school and helping me understand what to expect. They encouraged me to ask questions and seek help when needed, which made me more confident in my learning. Thanks to them, I entered freshman year already familiar with many concepts and effective study habits that have helped me stay on top of my work. SPN also taught me valuable life skills that I still use today, helping me succeed academically, build strong friendships, and maintain my overall well-being."
— Tibby Horvath, SPN Class of 2022
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— SPN Parent
"My children are experiencing community in other ways than just friends and playdates. Faith Families is an example of community, interacting with students from all grade levels, and learning and creating for others outside of SPN. Field trips to Kids Against Hunger or the Alameda Food Bank where they work and see firsthand how their efforts help others less fortunate, for those who are in need of support. Community is not just our SPN ‘bubble,’ and that is what SPN demonstrates and provides– opportunity to explore a bigger community."
— SPN Parent since 2016