First Quarter is almost over!

It is hard to believe, but first quarter ends on Wednesday, Oct. 28! The students have worked hard to adjust to the pace & demands of third grade. In content class, we have learned about making responsible choices, how to handle stress, how to use I-messages to resolve conflicts, how to stay healthy physically, mentally & emotionally, and with our family & social relationships. We have reviewed and added to our emergency awareness skills so we can stay safe at home, school, play and during emergency situations (fires, tornadoes, severe weather, and accidents). We talked about and drew fire escape plans of our homes. We have enjoyed the sparky.org online games. We are also working on the properties of light, the phases of the moon, why the Earth has seasons, how planets & moons rotate & revolve, and measuring temperature in F & C. We are looking forward to experiencing Old Salem and what life was like for children who lived in the 1700's. Have a good mini-Fall Break, Oct. 29- Nov. 1.