Math Update

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Believe it or not…our first math unit will be multiplication & division. We have a specific time during our day that we focus on reviewing concepts from last year (specifically regrouping as it appears that some have forgotten how to do this with addition/subtraction).

To help students understand multiplication, we will discuss the following:

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  • Arrays: Multiplication can be used to find the total number of items in an array–an arrangement of objects into rows and columns.

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  • Area: Multiplication can be used to find the area of a rectangle.

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Something to Smile About

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We have all heard the saying, “out of the mouths of babes.” Well today we were discussing the meaning of bullying and when the lesson was completed the children were asked some questions.  I wanted to share one of the responses that I received and then the discussion we had afterwards:

Student: “I am forced to do things that I don’t want to do at least one time per week.”

Mrs. McDonald: “Can you tell me who is doing this to you and what you are asked to do?”

Student: “My mom wants me to clean my room every week and I don’t want to.”

Rest assured that I did come to every parents’ defense and even a few siblings. I must say, I am also guilty of asking my kids to pick up.


Off to a GREAT Start!

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Our focus has been on building the classroom climate, establishing routines and getting to know each other. We have started reviewing specific content areas to help us ease into the 3rd grade curriculum. In addition, we have been sharing and discussing in small groups.

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There are times when we have had enough and need some assistance. Talia did an excellent job of problem solving, which made me smile.

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Just a few things to remember:

  • Please send a snack daily
  • Please sign the nightly folder because they get paid if it is done
  • Return any forms that you have
  • Homework will be every Tuesday/Thursday (starting tomorrow)