Welcome to third grade! I'm looking forward to getting to know you. I hope you've had a good summer including plenty of time outdoors, some good stories and a new experience or two. I enjoyed two weeks at the beach with my family. Mostly, I've been home enjoying lots of reading, gardening and dinners on the deck. Next week my husband will drop off our oldest child for his final year of college. Our daughter heads off on her own adventure at the end of his month. It will be very quiet at home without them.
As always, it is a bit sad to see summer come to a close, but I look forward to returning to teaching and learning with all of you. Third grade has three terrific science units: engineering and structures, life cycles and weather. Additionally, we will learn all about Massachusetts from long ago and today. We’ll read lots of books and articles and write everyday. We will add, subtract, multiply, divide and problem solve! Third graders work hard, but they also have fun.
The first day of school is Thursday, September 3rd. All are welcome to a "Meet and Greet" to be held in the afternoon on Wednesday, September 2nd from 1:45-2:15. Be on the lookout for details about this coming from Baker School.
Below, you will find links to our school supply list. Students can bring these supplies on the first day or to the Meet and Greet. I've also included information about listening conferences which are not required but can be a helpful way to connect at the start of the school year.
I look forward to meeting you all very soon. Enjoy these final weeks of summer.