Grade 3 News

Welcome to Week 4 of Term 4 in Grade 3.  

We are halfway through our novel The One and Only Ivan. Ivan is working hard to keep the promise he made to Stella by doing everything he can to help keep Ruby safe and ensure she has a better future. This part of the story shows Ivan’s kindness, determination, and the strong friendships between the animals. 

In Maths, we are focusing on multiplication and division. We have been practising our times tables and learning different strategies to solve multiplication and division problems. We are also developing our understanding of the relationship between multiplication and division and how they can be used to solve real-world problems. 

In Religion, we are learning about how Jesus modelled forgiveness through his words and actions. Students are exploring parables from the Bible and discussing how forgiveness can be shown in everyday life. We are making connections between Jesus’ example and our own relationships, helping students develop empathy, understanding, and positive ways to resolve conflicts. 

Some Reminders: 

Long weekend- Monday 2nd and Tuesday 3rd- No school 

Swimming lessons 

A reminder that our swimming lessons will begin in Week 6. 

Please ensure that all swimming items are clearly labelled with your child’s name. Students will be changing in and out of their swimming gear at school, so please make sure they bring everything they need, including: 

• Bathers 
• Towel 
• Slides or easy-to-wear footwear 
• A suitable bag to carry their swimming items 

Clear labelling is especially important to help prevent belongings from being misplaced or mixed up. 

Kyabram Fauna Park 

This excursion will happen on Thursday 19th November. Please make sure your child is at school ready to leave by 8am, we will also be home later than normal at 4pm. Please check PAM for more details.  

Hats 

As the weather warms up, please remember that students must have a school hat to wear during outdoor activities and play. 

We also have sunscreen available in the classroom, which students are encouraged to apply before heading outside. Please ensure your child has a hat with them each day. 

Home Reading 

A reminder of the importance of continuing regular home reading. Reading each night helps students build their fluency, vocabulary, comprehension and confidence. Please remember to return reading diaries on FRIDAYS so that we can keep track of students' reading at home. 

Have a wonderful week! 

Grade 3 Teachers

Important Reminders 

• Monday, 2 November is a Pupil Free Day. 
• Tuesday, 3 November is a Public Holiday for Melbourne Cup Day.