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Third Grade Weekly Update

Dear Parents,

I hope this email finds you well. As we finish up the end of the trimester, students reflected on how well they followed our school’s Student Learning Expectations (SLEs) and set goals for our last trimester. The behaviors students most wanted to improve were being reverent, paying attention in class, and treating others kindly. It was a good exercise in self-reflection and looking to improve personally and as a classroom community. 

Here are some upcoming dates to plan for:

  • Friday, Mar 1 – End of 2nd Trimester
  • Sunday, Mar 3 – Family Mass hosted by Grades 1 & 2, 9:00 a.m.
  • Thursday, Mar 7 – T2 Drama Performance, 1:45 p.m.
  • Friday, Mar 8 – Report Card Day
  • Friday, Mar 15 – Noon Dismissal
  • Tuesday, Mar 19 – Free Dress for March Birthdays
  • Friday, Mar 22 – School Spirit Day – Disney Day
  • Monday, Mar 25 – Stations of the Cross
  • Tuesday, Mar 26 – Tenebrae, 1:00-2:00 p.m.
  • Wednesday, Mar 27 – Seder Meal, 11:00 a.m., Noon dismissal
  • Thursday, Mar 28 – No School: Holy Thursday, No Share and Care (Cesar Chavez Day Observed)
  • Friday, Mar 29 – No School: Good Friday, No Share and Care

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

Lastly, we will begin creating “Wild Weather” dioramas as a culminating project for our science unit. Every student needs to bring in a shoebox. If you by chance have a few lying around please consider donating them just in case not everyone can procure one. 

Learning Overview
Feb. Enrichment Newsletter

Have a great weekend!

Warmly,
Mrs. Costy

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