3rd Grade

The thrid grade classroom is full of many experiences. The students will have opportunities to work with partners and in small groups. Different learning techniques are used including the use of manipulatives, computers, and games. These experiences will lead the students to become Life Long Learners who are Faithful Christians and Responsible Citizens.

Service Projects
The third grade class coordinates Operation Rice Bowl during Lent. We also participate in Thanksgiving food baskets, Toys for Tots, Coats for Kids, and Mission Carnival.

Field trips are an important part of our classroom curriculum.Trips planned for this year include Rancho El Chorro and the Pioneer Museum. Chaperones are needed for all field trips. Please watch for information in my weekly newsletters.

Curriculum Overview

Language Arts -- grammar, spelling, basic paragraph writing, letter writing, journals, and poetry

Social Studies -- US geographical regions, Native Americans, and pioneers

Science -- Desert, Animal Habitats, Simple Machines, Plants, Nutrition

Religion -- Sacraments, Saints, community service

Literature -- Squanto, Native American stories, Spinner's Daughter, Courage of Sarah Noble
Mathematics -- Basic math facts, place value, addition, subtraction, multiplication, division, time, money, geometry, and fractions

Music -- Classical composers, recorder usage, basic site reading

Art -- Watercolors, contour drawing, Indian Masks,

Computers -- Basic programs, skill games and keyboarding

Physical Education -- Sportsmanship