Curriculum Tidbits:
- We will dive right into fractions this week as we begin Unit 4 in math.
- Multiplication and division fact fluency remains an important focus in third grade. We do many things to improve and grow our fluency in class. If you need a reminder of your child's Xtra Math or Reflex login so they can practice at home, just let me know!
- Psalm 121 is the Bible memory passage for the month of February.
- We continue our social studies focus is on the geography of Michigan.
- We are practicing determining main ideas and supporting details as we read informational texts.
- We will be sharing both our All About Me text feature lap books and our opinion/persuasive essays this coming week. We will then move on to informational/research writing.
- Third graders will be working on constructing a "quilt" honoring historical figures for Black History month.
Requested Announcements:
Ranch Hands
Would your family be interested in caring for our goats (the wonderful Rosie and Parker) and three chickens (Pearl, Opal, and Mera) on a Saturday or two this spring? It's a pretty simple task to be a ranch hand but does require knowledge of our barn/greenhouse locking system and feeding tasks. We are taking applications! Your child may write a note expressing interest on behalf of your family and bring to the office " applying" for the job! Or you can just email me of your interest at mrynsburger@hollandchristian.org. We're looking for five families who respond first to pilot the family partnership. Thank you for embracing the joy our critters bring to the lives of our students!
Swimming Lessons
Our Holland Aquatic Center is providing swim lessons for us again this year! I recognize this program is new for some children and families. Because our children are blessed to be raised in Michigan, surrounded by bodies of water, we believe this safety instruction is a blessing that we pray they will never need but feel responsible to equip them. If you find yourself pondering over the “why” of lessons, please take a listen to HC mom Jenny White on the why for swim safety. HCAC Swim School welcome video will help you understand a bit about the logistics. Our 1st-4th graders will be bused to the pool each day the weeks of April 14-25.
9-10am: 1st Grade
10-11am: 4th Grade
11am-12pm: 2nd Grade
12:35-1:35pm: 3rd Grade
Save the Date: Spring Program
March 6 will be our Spring Program held at Christ Memorial from 6:30-7:30. Your child's teacher will communicate more specifics to you soon. We're excited to welcome you to an evening of community worship.
Upcoming Dates For Your Family Calendar:Winter Break - February 14 and 17
Spring Program - March 6, 6:30-7:30pm
Parent/Teacher Conferences - Thursday, March 20, and Tuesday, March 25
Spring Break - April 4-13
Swim Lessons - April 14-25
Tulip Time Parade - May 8