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Mindy Stump

Weekly "Newsletter" From Mrs. Stump:
 

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!

With love,
Mrs. Stump 
 
IMPORTANT INFORMATION: 
  • Parents please connect to our Class Dojo HERE - 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 Monday - and some Fridays. Please have your student wear tennis shoes for those days. 
 
UPCOMING:   
5/5 - 5/9: Teacher Appreciation Week
5/9: Spirit Wear Day
5/16: Dress of Choice
5/16: Colonial Day
5/16: Holes Movie
5/20: Field Day (Information to come home about this)
5/22: Last Day - Half Day of school
 

This week we have STEM all week. 

 

Homework: 

  Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday  Friday
Math
 
Lesson 55
Written Practice
#1-30
and Test Corrections
 
Lesson 56
Written Practice
#1-30
Lesson 57
Written Practice
#1-30
 
X X
Reading  Fluency Homework and Spelling 10.6 Fluency and Spelling Fluency and Spelling Fluency and Spelling
Spelling Test
Homework Due
 
Language Arts:
Students will be working on the following grammar concepts this week: Comparing Adjectives, Prefixes (over-, under-, mid-), Pronouns, and starting our last writing unit - Narratives! 
 
Homeroom Read Aloud: Holes by Louis Sachar
 
Reading:
Unit 10: Colonial America.
There will be THREE total Spelling Tests for this Unit and an End of Unit Assessment.  Students will be reading historical fiction chapters about life in the Colonial America. They will be traveling to different colonies, and learning about the different regions! 
 
Reading Skills: Main Idea, Key Details, Comprehension, and Retelling
Foundational Skills: Fluency and Non-Sense Words
CKLA Read Aloud: The Age of Exploration
Spelling: /oy/ - 'oi' and 'oy' spelling.
 

Math: 

This week we will complete lessons 55-59. We will cover prime and composite numbers, comparing fractions, and multiplying three digit numbers. Next week will take our last cumulative test of the year after lesson 60. Please check IC and make sure all assignments are turned in! 
 
History:
Colonial America
Students will learning about Colonial Regions, Colonial Jobs, and the different types of people living in the Colonies! Colonial Unit Study Guide will be coming home on Tuesday, May 6th. You can also find this study guide here on my AVA page.
 
Science:
All done for this year! :)
 

 

 

SPECIALS Schedule:

 

Mon PE
  Tues Spanish
 

 Wed

Character
  Thurs

Library

  Fri Rotates

STEAM Schedule:

 

Red Week Art 
  Orange Week  STEM
 

 Green Week 

Music
  Blue Week  Tech
   

 

Daily Schedule - 3rd Grade 

Time Subject
8:00 - 8:20 Morning Work and Meeting
8:20 - 9:00 CKLA Knowledge and 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
3:25 - 3:30 Pack-Up and Dismissal

 

 

Meet Mrs. Mindy Stump

I am delighted to begin my ninth year at Aspen View Academy this year! I have been teaching for 18 years. I received my bachelors degree in Elementary Education at John Brown University and my Masters of Education at Cedarville University. 

It is a privilege to be a teacher. I became a teacher to impact the lives of students. My first goal is to provide a safe and caring environment for your child. Secondly, I strive to provide a learning experience where each student is able to meet their full potential as students and future leaders. Thirdly, I want to partner with you to create a team that works for the best interests of your child. 

It is crucial to a child's success to have support and encouragement from their families, school, and community. I appreciate your involvement and support this year as we work together. I look forward to an excellent 2024-2025 school year!