Mrs. Keebler's Blog

Dear Science Students (Keebler and Polster)

I have discovered a new way to study for a test.  It is called Quizlet.com.  It is easy and fun.  I have created a set of vocabulary cards.  You may study the flashcards, do Speller, or Learn, then play one of the games.  Then you can give yourself a test.  Below is a link to our new topic Earth Features (Land and Water forms).  Please play the games at home and we will have a test in class next week.  Click on the link below.

https://quizlet.com/51932724/earths-features-flash-cards/

MAP Testing – We are continuing with MAP testing.  Please be sure your students are well rested and have a good breakfast everyday and especially the days of testing.  We did testing today and we will test on the following days:   10/15 and 10/21.

3rd Grade math tests – Unit 1 test are coming home today.  Please sign and return them, so that I know you have seen them.

Picture Retakes – Pictures retakes are scheduled for 10/29.  Ms. Bernadette has called Lifetouch several times and they have still not come back to pick up the money.  We are waiting to hear what they will do about the pictures that they didn’t get the orders for.  As soon as I know something I will let you know.

New Students – We have 2 new students this week.  Omar is a 3rd grade boy and Skye is a 2nd grade girl.  Please help them feel welcome in our new school.

Book Orders – were due today.  I will be completing the order tonight.  You may still order online until 6 PM and I will complete the order after that.

I hope everyone had a restful break.  Here are the new math levels for this week.

3rd Grade Math test tomorrow.  Here is the study guide if your student didn’t bring it home today.   Grade+3+PRE-Test+Unit+1-1

Spelling and Math fact tests tomorrow.  Please remember to turn in the spelling homework sheet by tomorrow or your student will loose points.

Reading log was due today.  Please make sure your child did the front and the back.  The new reading log will be passed out tomorrow.

Earth Science Mini Books (Keebler and Polster both grades) are due the Thursday after break.  October 9th.  If they need more information for their topic, they may look on line or check out a book from the Dearborn Public Library.

Book Bag Contracts – went home yesterday and are due right away.  We would like to start book bags next week.  Here is a copy of it if you can’t find it. Book Bag Contract

Book Orders – are due after break.  You may order online or return the papers sent home yesterday.

No School – October 3-6 Vacation days – Enjoy!

Earth Science Books– didn’t go home today as posted.  They should go home Tuesday.

MAP Testing –  our technology issues were taken care of this week and MAP testing will begin this Thursday for 3rd graders.  The testing will continue after the break.

2nd grade math homework – Mrs. Polster sent home math homework last week that was due today.  She said that she didn’t get it from many students.  Please make sure that your student completed their work and turned it in.

3rd grade math – The study guide went home today.  Please return it, we will go over the answers then let you have it back to study.  Test will be on Thursday 10/2.  Students were also given a homework sheet to practice elapsed time.

Study Island – this is a program that our principal has purchased to provide extra practice in all subjects.  Tomorrow you should get  instructions, a login and password card.  You can do this for extra practice in math, language, science and social studies.

Book Bags – I will start sending home book bags next week.  Each week your child will get a new book and activity sheet.  Tomorrow you will get a Book Bag Contract.  Please read, sign and return the contract before your child will get a book bag.

Book Orders went home today.  You may order books with the paper order or online.  The class gets free books every time you order.  Thanks for helping us get new books.  Orders are due October 8th.

3rd grade Math (Polster and Keebler) – Math Test for Unit 1 on Thursday, October 2nd

I will be sending homework this week for extra practice on Elapsed time.

Study Guide will go home Monday – please complete and return on Tuesday we will review answers and return to study for test on Thursday.  Here is the Study guide if you would like to see it early or don’t get it tomorrow.

Grade+3+PRE-Test+Unit+1-1

Earth Science Book (Polster and Keebler) Due Thursday, October 9th

All students have started an Earth Science Book and graphic organizer in class.  Student are now being asked to complete the Earth Science book at home

Dear Parents,

I would love to see pictures of how things went on the field trip.  I have created a Picture Share site to share pictures of our class.  If you have pictures from yesterday’s trip please click on the link below and add your pictures.

https://mrskeeblers2nd3rd201314.shutterfly.com/pictures

Mrs. Katie Keebler

I have tested all students on their ability level for math facts.  Tomorrow we will start having times test for math facts each week.  In order to pass the test and move to the next level the students must get a score of 90% or better in less than 4 minutes.  If you would like to practice at home, the tests can be found on my blog under the Lesson plans and Homework tab, then Math Facts.  Their facts should be memorized, this is very important part of doing well in higher level math problems.   If you have any questions about the process or your student’s level please let me know.  Below are the levels the students will start at:

Dear Parents,

Unfortunately, I will be missing the field trip.  I have a stomach flu. The document below shows who is riding the bus ,who is driving and who you are chaperoning.

Field trips 2014-15

• Please check with Bernadette in the office to make sure that all your chaperoning paperwork is in order.
• The sub has a parent packet with a map for driving and where to park, a schedule and what to do about lunch.  This also tells who you are chaperoning.
• After you check in with the sub please wait in the cafeteria until the bus arrives.  Drivers please don’t leave until we are sure everyone will fit on the bus.  There maybe people who need rides.
• If you need to leave the museum early please let the sub know that you are taking your child.  You may not take other peoples children.
• If you need to take your child when we arrive back at the school please let the sub know you are taking your child.
• Take lots of pictures! We can share them with Shutterfly.

I am very disappointed that I am missing the trip.  It should be a wonderful day.  I hope everyone has fun!

Mrs. Katie Keebler