Class Update

Love Ms. Cera, Mrs. Olivera and Mrs. Arnaez 

Dear Parents,

As a reminder, please remember to send students to class with sharpened pencils. As the year progresses, some students are becoming more and more dependent on a pencil always being available in class.

In addition, this upcoming week will be Ms. Cera's official last week in class. However, she will be returning from time to time to cover for our class. She has truly been a wonderful addition to our experience. The students have become very fond of her. A couple students asked if they could express their appreciation to Ms. Cera. Yes, we encourage them to create something as a thank you! This coming Thursday, we will be celebrating her graduation. It's a surprise! We truly wish her much continued success.

Please be advised that the students will be participating in the BATs II during the first week of December.  We urge to make sure they are going to bed early and are coming to school having had a healthy breakfast.

We look forward to seeing you in the near future!
Have a wonderful holiday!

FCAT Explorer Technical Assistance

For your child to use FCAT Explorer at home, your home computer must meet the technical requirements listed below. If you have any questions concerning these technical requirements or the use of FCAT Explorer, please contact the FCAT Explorer Help Desk toll-free at 1-888-750-3228 or click on the “Contact Us” e-mail link available on the FCAT Explorer Web site. Technical support staff will be happy to assist you Monday through Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:30 PM.

·       Operating System: Windows 98 or higher or Macintosh system 9.0 or higher

·       Web Browser: Microsoft Internet Explorer 5.0 or higher or Netscape Navigator 4.8 or higher recommended.  Please note: Netscape Navigator 6.0 is not supported for FCAT Explorer use on any operating system.

·       Plug-ins: Macromedia Flash Player 6 minimum. Science Station requires Flash Player 7 or higher. (a quick and easy download is available from the FCAT Explorer Web site.) 

·       Display Resolution: SVGA (800 x 600 or higher) recommended; VGA (640 x 480) minimum.

·       Display Color Depth: 16-bit (thousands of colors) recommended; 8-bit (256 colors) minimum,

·       Internet Connection: 56.6 kbps modem or network connection speed recommended (28.8 kbps modem minimum)

·       Sound: A sound card and speakers or headphones are optional.

Please check the Reading tab for updated information about FCAT Explorer and AR-Accelerated Reader.  Thank you and have a great evening!

Class Update

Good afternoon,
We hope this update finds everyone well!

Just a couple class reminders -

Field Trip - Our field trip to Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center is scheduled for Tuesday, October 30th. Please remember to have your child wear their Silver Palms school spirit shirt or a school uniform shirt. For safety purposes we strongly suggest that they wear their school spirit shirt. As noted on the field trip form, please remember that we will be stopping at Jefferson Park in Hollywood for an outdoor lunch. Please pack a lunch that will not required refrigeration.



Fall Festival -  In preparation for our Pumpkin Fest day (Wednesday, October 31st), we are kindly requesting that you send a small to medium sized pumpkin by Monday, October 29th. In addition, if you would like to send in a small treat bag (18 students)for the occasion, you are welcome to do so.





  Parent Conferences - We have already begun our first round of conferences. Conferences are usually held at 7:35 a.m.. However, we will be holding afternoon conferences on Wednesday, November 7th, beginning at 2:30 p.m. Please advise us if you would prefer a morning conference or if you would rather an afternoon conference on November 7th.  If neither of these times work with your schedule, let us know and we can plan for a telephone conference.


As we approach the end of the first quarter, please know that we have enjoyed getting to know our students. We understand that 3rd grade expectations can be challenging. But, we feel confident that with our hard work and your support all students will be successful! 

Class Update

Field Trip: Hollywood Central Performing Arts Center on October 30, 2012
If you have not already done so, please send in your completed and signed field trip form and cash payment of $12.00 in order to participate.  The deadline for payment is this coming Tuesday, October 9, 2012.

Book Fair:  Both classes will be visiting the Book Fair on Monday, October 8, 2012.

Please check the Science, Math and Reading tabs of the blog for important and updated information.

Thank you and have a wonderful weekend!
Mrs. Arnaez and Mrs. Olivera

Class Update

Dear Families,

Next week, there is no school on Monday. As a reminder, we are scheduled to participate in the BAT 1 (Benchmark Assessment Test). This test is a simulation to the actual FCAT test that the students will be taking in April. It is designed to help us determine a child's areas of weaknesses and areas of strengths. We are asking that you ensure that your child gets a good night sleep and has a healthy breakfast each morning. We are also asking that all students arrive at school no later than 7:45 a.m. to ensure that are on time and are not rushed to begin testing.

Testing Schedule 
Tuesday - Reading
Wednesday - Reading
Thursday - Math
Friday - Math



As usual, thank you for your support! Have a wonderful weekend!
Mrs. Olivera and Mrs. Arnaez

Silver Palms Folders

Please review your child's Silver Palms Communication Folder.  The folder contains graded work your child has completed.  Please review the Notes/Clip report and any attendance/tardy information.  Please return the folder with any items needing your signature.

Mrs. Arnaez and Mrs. Olivera

Class Update

Friendly Reminder:  Please make sure to sign your child's agenda on a daily basis.  Thank you for your cooperation.

Mrs. Arnaez and Mrs. Olivera

Tropical Storm Isaac

Up north when the winters are brutally cold and blizzards come in, students get a "snow day". Here in South Florida we will never have a snow day, but occasionally we get a hurricane day! Although we will miss not seeing you on Monday morning, we know that the best place for you is home safe and sound with your families.

Stay dry!
Get ready to come in and hit the road running on Tuesday!
Mrs. Arnaez, Mrs. Olivera and Ms. Cera

Class Update

We have enjoyed getting to know your child through the various back to school activities this week. On Wednesday, we began switching classes. The children are transitioning nicely into their new role as third graders. As we continue to dig into our curriculum, you will begin to see a gradual increase in the amount of homework. We hope they have come home with great things to say about school.

Thank you for a wonderful first week of school! Please remember to keep abreast of the news regarding Tropical Storm Isaac for any information related to school.

Look forward to an awesome third grade year!

Mrs. Olivera and Mrs. Arnaez

First Day Class Update

Your child's first day of third grade was a success!
Students came in prepared and ready to learn.... way to go!


HOMEWORK:

• Parents please complete the forms in the Silver Palms folder and return them no later than Friday, August 24th
• Please sign and return the white half sheet note in your child's binder. We will be distributing agendas later on this week
• Reminder, make sure to send your child with a healthy snack each day 

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Looking forward to a wonderful year!
Mrs. Arnaez and Mrs. Olivera

Welcome to 3rd Grade!

We looking forward to meeting each and everyone of our new students. We have lots of great things planned for the new school! Please become a member of our blog so you can follow us.

See you Monday morning!
Mrs. Arnaez & Mrs. Olivera