Ashley Chambless
Happy May! I can't believe we have made it to the last month of our school year together. What a great year we have had so far!
Our Living Explorer Museum was a huge success, and it was wonderful to see so many of you there. The students put an incredible amount of effort into their Explorer Posters and were so proud to share their hard work and knowledge with you.
We also had a blast at Skate City! For many of our students, it was their very first time skating—but they showed so much determination and perseverance. Even after a few tumbles, they got right back up and kept trying. We’re so proud of their positive attitudes!
On the academic side, we’ve completed our End of Year testing, and we’re wrapping up make-ups for students who were absent. Keep an eye on upcoming Thursday Folders, where you’ll find your child’s DIBELS and MAP Parent Reports. I’ll also send out an email to let you know exactly when to expect those.
Mark your calendars! Our 3rd Annual Colonial Day is coming up on Friday, May 16th, from 8:45–10:15 AM. This special event will take place outdoors, so please make sure your student is dressed for the weather. It’s going to be a fun and interactive morning!
As we head into the final stretch of the school year, I’ll be sending out emails with reminders and details about upcoming events and special dates. Stay tuned—we’ve got some great things ahead!
IMPORTANT INFORMATION:
- Parents please connect to our Class Dojo- this is how to monitor your students behavior (positive and negative)
- Please send your student to school with a filled water bottle as well as a couple healthy snacks for the day. Reminder that we are a nut-free classroom.
- Colorado weather changes hourly so please pack your student appropriate attire for the day.
- We will have PE every Wednesday - and some Fridays. Please have your student wear tennis shoes for those days.
- Library day is Tuesday
UPCOMING:
| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | |
| Math |
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X
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X | X | ALL HOMEWORK DUE |
| Reading |
Spelling 10.6
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Read 30 min Practice Spelling
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Read 30 min Practice Spelling
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Read 30 min Practice Spelling
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Spelling Test 10.6
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Language Arts:
Math:
SCIENCE:
Daily Schedule - 3rd Grade
| Time | Subject |
| 8:00 - 8:20 | Morning Work and Meeting |
| 8:20 - 9:00 | CKLA Knowledge & Writing (Homeroom) |
| 9:00 - 9:25 | WIN |
| 9:30 - 10:25 | CKLA Skills (In Skills Group Classes) |
| 10:30 - 11:15 | Specials |
| 11:20 - 11:40 | Lunch |
| 11:40 - 12:00 | Recess |
| 12:05 - 12:35 | Math (In Skills Group Classes) |
| 12:40 - 1:25 | STEAM |
| 1:30 - 2:00 | Math (In Skills Group Classes) |
| 2:05 - 2:20 | Recess/Snack |
| 2:25 - 3:20 | History/Science (Homeroom) |
| 3:25 - 3:30 | Pack-Up and Dismissal |
SPECIALS Schedule:
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Mon | Character Education |
| Tues | Library | |
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Wed |
PE | |
| Thurs |
Spanish |
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| Fri | Rotates through M/T/W/TH |
STEAM Schedule:
same for a whole week
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Red Week | Music |
| Orange Week | Tech | |
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Green Week |
Art | |
| Blue Week | Stem | |
Meet Mrs. Chambless
I am in my 17th year teaching, eighth year at AVA! LOVE it here! I have taught kindergarten, 2nd and 3rd. I am a Colorado native and love being with my family. My husband, Matt, works as a specialist for Douglas County School District... we are a teaching family! I have a 12th grader, Allikaye, and twins in sixth grade, Kai and Cambria. We are a busy family and like it that way! We are out playing sports, hiking, traveling, camping, and love being outdoors... Colorado living... especially living in the pines in Larkspur! I love coffee, reading, rainbow colors, smiley faces, and donuts! This is going to be a great year! Thank you for sharing your sweet children with me!!
