January 17, 2025

Classroom Wish Lists

We have had a few parents ask us about our wishlists so here they are!
Thank you for any and all donations. We are truly grateful!

Ms. Mitten's Amazon Wishlist

Mr. Suarez's Amazon Wishlist

3RD ASPIRE SCHEDULE

7:45-8:55 Block 1--Reading/Math

8:55-9:25 Snack/Circle Up/Typing Club (Homeroom)

9:25-10:10 Specials

10:10-11:10 Block 2--Reading/Math

11:15-11:55 Science (Mitten’s Class)

   Writing (Suarez’s Class)

11:55 Bathroom

12:00-12:30 Lunch

12:30-1:00 Recess

1:05-1:45 Writing (Mitten’s Class)

Science (Suarez’s Class)

1:45-2:25 M/W Social Studies (Mitten)

   T/Th Social Studies (Suarez)

   Every Other Day Silent    Reading/Read Aloud

2:25-2:50 Gator-aide

   Fridays: Extra Recess Reward

2:50 Pack Up/Clean Up

2:57-3:00      Dismissal

Interim Testing

Beginning next week, interim testing will begin (practice STAAR). Please be sure that your child has had a good night's sleep, has a snack, and has a charged device when they come to school along with their charger (just in case). The dates of testing are below:

• Wednesday 1/22 - Reading/Language Arts Interim Assessment

• Tuesday 1/28 - Math Interim Assessment

Information on Math Telescoping

Parents interested in telescoping information in the spring or summer can find the district dates at this site.

GCISD Math Acceleration Testing

IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM DR. GRIFFIN

Dear parents of 3rd grade ASPIRE students,

     Some of you may be aware that Mr. Suarez has been having some health issues.  He has tried his very best to continue to come to school, even when not feeling well.  However, his doctor has advised him to take some time away from school in order to avoid exposure to viruses and other winter conditions.

     We have been fortunate to have had Mrs. Jennifer Pichardo as his sub for the last several days, and she is available and willing to sub for the next few weeks.  Mrs. Pichardo moved here this summer with her family (including two Gators) and has extensive education experience.  She's already told me several times how much she enjoys working with your children.  

     Please email if you have any questions or concerns.   We appreciate your understanding and support for Mr. Suarez, and would appreciate your thoughts and prayers for his recovery.

Yearbook Artwork

This year, the yearbook theme is “Gators Glow.” Draw Spike (our mascot) among glow sticks or surrounded by neon lights. Create a "dance party" scene that features silhouettes of students with glowing accessories or use abstract shapes and lines that look like they are glowing, with gradients transitioning between colors. Consider incorporating geometric patterns that resemble neon signs and lights. Make sure your picture is drawn on 8 ½ x 11” white paper, you may use color. You can add backgrounds, but no tiny details. Please put your name and teacher’s name on the back. Your picture is due by January 31st  to your homeroom teacher. Feel free to fill out the information below and attach to the back of your picture, but it is not required (you can simply write your information on the back of your illustration).

Note: One piece of art per class will go into the yearbook. Students in each class will vote on the artwork they would like to have illustrated on their homeroom’s yearbook page.

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1a0ItUJ8VHw2cvrixHB3kg959jRxZvAxE1N5_imIzmKs/edit?tab=t.0

Obstacles Make Us Stronger

January-February are tough months. We are coming off of winter vacation, the weather keeps us trapped indoors more often (yay inside recess), we have mid-year assessments, and the next long break is a bit away. We are working hard to keep students encouraged, motivated, and engaged. We do this because your kids are worth fighting for. They deserve all we've got to give.

Just as we believe in them, we hope they believe in their own potential and will fight for it, no matter what obstacle they may face.

GT Corner

Have you ever heard of Dabrowski's overexcitabilities? We have worked this year to help students identify their own overexcitabilities and the pros/cons that go along with them. As teachers, we have even been able to identify our overexcitabilities! Read more about the overexcitabilities here:

https://www.verywellfamily.com/dabrowskis-overexcitabilities-in-gifted-children-1449118

Miss the curriculum night or just want a refresher? Click the banner above to see the information in the slideshow!