What beautiful weather we had yesterday. I felt a bit like a rebel and went out WITHOUT a coat! Gasp! Spring fever....here we come! Let's just hope the snow are gone for the season!
Beginning THIS week and going through March 21st, your child will be taking the “Iowa Tests,” also known as the ITBS (Iowa Tests of Basic Skills). Please discuss with your child taking his/her time and trying his/her best on these tests. We have talked about those things in class, but please let your child know the importance of these tests coming from you. Today, I am sending a copy of the 3rd grade's testing schedule so you can see when we are testing and what we will be testing for that day. Because the tests will begin tomorrow, I am suggesting a few things to help your child prepare for a successful testing experience:
* Go to bed on time the night(s) before the tests
* Eat a good breakfast the morning of the tests
* Talk with your child about any concerns he/she may have
* Emphasize the importance of the tests and trying his/her best (this is an area we have talked about in class, but please talk with your child about the importance of trying his/her best on the tests)
Your child took home a "Math Fact Study Log" sheet yesterday. Again, I am asking your child to practice his/her multiplication facts at least 3 times per week. When your child practices the facts, please initial the days practiced on the log sheet. Your child should know what fact families he/she should be working on. The order we will test on the fact families are as follows: 0, 1, 2, 10, 5, 3, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9. Your child will bring home a "Math Fact Study Log" sheet every MONDAY and will need to return the previous log sheet the following MONDAY. THIS IS HOMEWORK AND IT IS EXPECTED TO BE DONE. Please contact me with any questions. Thanks!
Lastly, there will be a 3-hour early dismissal on Wednesday, March 12th, due to teacher inservice. Students will be dismissed at 12:25 PM, so please plan accordingly.
Have a warm week!
Mrs. McCarville
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