3rd Grade Update

Here's a copy of some third grade letters going out this week - along with some work samples:

Dear Parents and Supporters,
 Our Enrichment Study Groups read Megan McDonald’s Insects are My Life. In this book, a young girl expresses her interest in insects. Third graders often have such interests, and we chose to display them in this book. Each of our students illustrated their own. I am attaching their work and have made all available for you to view at: 
http://www.mixbook.com/photo-books/interests/claxton-s-3rd-grade-esg-10617159?vk=mK4wXkUjgU

We have also completed work with “You Be the Jury.” In this work, students adopted the role of jurors and listened to cases and testimony - complete with evidence. The job of each jury was to put information together to correctly identify the guilt or innocence of defendants. This activity provides students an opportunity to use their brains and practice communication skills among the group. A positive social outcome is as important to me as the skills involved.

I have attached worksheets that helped students organize their thoughts. Please ask them about their work in our AIG study groups.

 As we move toward fourth grade please understand that AIG services will be up and running in the first couple of weeks of school. I’ll work with fourth grade teachers to ensure their needs are being met! Thanks for your continued support of the AIG program. Please feel free to contact me with any questions, comments, or concerns. Sincerely, John M. Pruett AIG Specialist, Claxton 350-6500 john.pruett@asheville.k12.nc.us