Whats the Word in Third for

September

www.whatsthewordinthird.weebly.com
kcampbell@ctachargers.org

Upcoming Events
September 6: First Day of School
September 9: Early-Release (at 1pm)
September 15: Picture Day

What Were Learning

Math : Well be building the foundation for multiplication
and division and building number sense with 0-5, 9, and
10 facts.

Reading :

September 16: Library Day

September 23: Early-Release (at 1pm),
Popcorn Day, Book Orders due
September 30: Walk-a-Thon and
Flag-Football Game

Specials Schedule

Phonics: Short vowels, initial consonants, and

blends
Comprehension: Make connections, ask questions
Fluency: Use Punctuation
Small-Group Focus: Character study (traits,
motivations, dialogue, etc.) and individualized
reading support

Writing :

Writing Piece: Personal Narrative

Grammar: Nouns/Verbs, Subjects/Predicates, and
Simple/Compound Sentences

Monday: PE

Tuesday: Technology, Music

Wednesday: Music

Science : Light and Sound

Thursday: PE, Art*

Social Studies : Geography of Michigan

Friday: Technology, Library*

Homework : Planners are new this year to third grade.

ry other Friday
Please remember to bring appropriate
shoes & outerwear for PE and Library
days!

Our goal in using planners is to hold students

accountable for homework and help communicate any
celebrations or concerns with family at home. Please
check and sign them each night (Monday-Thursday).
Thank you for your support!

A Note from Mrs. Campbell

Can you believe its already September? Im so excited to begin this school year! Thank you so
much for trusting me with your kiddo. I will do everything I can to help them succeed. Please
contact me with any questions or concerns. Please take a look at the back of this page for ways
to keep in contact with our classroom!
CTA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or any
other legally protected characteristic in its programs, activities, or employment opportunities.

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Ways to Keep in Touch with CTA Third Grade

Mrs. Campbells Email : kcampbell@ctachargers.org

Contact me
using my school email. I will do my best to respond
within 24 hours. Please do not hesitate to ask questions or share concerns!

Daily Student Planners :

Im requesting that you initial your students planner each night,

Monday-Thursday. Your childs planner will include homework, spelling words,
and any notes from me. You are also more than welcome to leave any
messages for me in your childs planner.

Weekly Friday Email :

Each Friday youll receive a quick email updating you with any important
information for the next week. It will also include the lunch menu and spelling
list.

Monthly Newsletter :

This newsletter will be found in your childs homework folder at the beginning
of each month. I will update you with upcoming dates for that month, what
well be learning, and reminders/notes from me.

Class Website : www.whatsthewordinthird.weebly.com

Log on to the website to access school and classroom information, calendars,

pictures, homework pages/help, and websites/resources we use in class.

REMIND:

This is something new I am trying this year, so bear with me! REMIND is a
website, and free app if you chose to download it, that you must subscribe to.
When you subscribe you will receive text messages from me personally. I will
only send out text messages for special occasions like early-release days,
library day reminders, snow days, concerts or special events, field trips, etc.
Heres how to sign up:

1. Text @cta3 to number 81010.

Reminder Updates: Thanks
2. You! should receive a message stating,
Mrs. Campbell knows who you are.
3. After completing the previous step, you should receive a message
_________! Quick question:
saying,
are
Please reply, were almost done.
uve joined CTA Third Grade
4. Next
! Next,
you will get a message saying,
You do NOT have to download the
app to receive the texts/reminders.. Only download it if you want to.
5. Finally, save the number as a contact in your phone so youll remember
whos sending the reminders/messages and so you can text me at any
time through this number. I suggest: CTA Third Grade or Mrs.
Campbell.
CTA does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, or any
other legally protected characteristic in its programs, activities, or employment opportunities.