Ms.

Cunningham

Classroom News

Room 7

November
12

3rd
Grade

Monthly Spotlight:
How does nutrition affect academic performance?
In our next 5 upcoming newsletters, there will be a special focus on the
topic of nutrition and its affects on academic performance. Each newsletter
will focus on a more specific aspect of the topic. This month, we will look
at what nutrition is and why it is important.
Children need to have proper nutrition because their bodies and brains are
continuously growing all the way through high school. It is essential for
students to get the necessary nutrients such as protein, vitamins,
minerals, and certain fats. These nutrients can be found in foods such as
fruits, lean meats, and vegetables. This will give them energy and keep
them focused on their academics.

Student
Spotlight
In each newsletter, we show a
student and his or her favorite
healthy foods!

Michael enjoys eating fruits. His

favorite fruits are apples and
strawberries. He likes them
because they give him energy and
they taste delicious!

What are we learning in 3rd grade

right now?
Math: Measurements
Social Studies: People Around the
World
Science: Solar System
Language Arts: We are writing our
own personal narratives. Please
make sure that your child is
working on them at home!

Upcoming Events:
Nov. 5 Parent/Teacher
Conferences
Nov. 13 Field Trip to
Science Museum
Nov. 22-27 Thanksgiving
Break

Ms. Cunningham

Classroom News

December

Room 7
3rd
Grade

Monthly Spotlight:
How does nutrition affect academic
performance?
Nutrition can affect many aspects of a
childs academic performance. Their
bodies and brains are continuously
growing all the way through high
school and it is essential that they
have good nutrition. If they do no
have the proper nutrition they need,
they are more likely to have lower
grades on assignments, slower memory
recall, attention problems, and
behavioral issues.

Student
Spotlight
In each newsletter, we show a
student and his or her favorite
healthy foods!

Fun with Food

Need a healthy snack idea for children?
Ants On a Log
Take a piece of celery and spread either peanut
butter or cream

cheese on top. Put a

few raisins on top
and enjoy!

What are we learning in 3rd grade

right now?
Math: Multiplication Tables
o Make sure your child is
practicing at home!
Social Studies: History of Michigan
Science: Insects and Bugs
Language Arts: Christmas Stories

Upcoming Events:

Emily enjoys eating vegetables.

Her favorite is broccoli. She
loves it because she feels good
when she eats it and it tastes
delicious!

Dec. 17 Holiday
Classroom Parties
Dec. 18. Jan. 5
Winter Break

Ms. Cunningham

Classroom News

January

Room 7
3rd
Grade

Monthly Spotlight:
How does nutrition affect academic
performance?
Breakfast is the most important meal
of the day. It can affect how students
feel and act throughout the rest of
their day. A proper breakfast consists
of getting the key minerals, vitamins,
and proteins that children need. It
helps them stay focused on their
academics and keeps their energy up as
they will not be distracted by a
hungry tummy.

Student
Spotlight
In each newsletter, we show a
student and his or her favorite
healthy foods!

No time for breakfast?

Here are some simple, quick ideas to ensure your
child still gets breakfast even if time is short!
Yogurt and Granola
Fruits Bananas, apples, etc.
Granola Bars
Hard Boiled Eggs
Reminder: The school also offers a breakfast
program. If you are interested in learning more,
contact Principal Stern at
stern@rainbowelementary.edu.

What are we learning in 3rd grade

right now?
Math: Division Facts
o Dont forget to make sure
your child is practicing at
home!
Social Studies: Presidents
Science: Rocks and Minerals
Language Arts: Martin Luther King
Projects

Upcoming Events:

Annas favorite breakfast is eggs

and toast. She wishes she could
eat it all the time! She loves it
because she feels happy and
energetic when she comes to
school.

Jan. 20 Martin Luther

King Assembly
Jan. 28 Field Trip to
Art Museum

Ms. Cunningham

Classroom News

February

Room 7
3rd
Grade

Monthly Spotlight:
How does nutrition affect academic
performance?
It is important to consider not only the
food children eat, but what they drink
as well. Soda is the top source of
added sugar in childrens diets. It
contains caffeine and herbal stimulants,
which can be detrimental to a childs
health. Studies have been done that show
drinking soda at least once a day has
increased the chance of receiving lower
grades.

Student
Spotlight
In each newsletter, we show a
student and his or her favorite
healthy foods!

What are we learning in 3rd grade

right now?

Math: Angles and Geometry

Social Studies: Olympics History
Science: Plants
Language Arts: Reading, reading,
reading!
o Encourage your children to
read 15 minutes every night!

Upcoming Events:

Adam loves to drink milk. He says

it helps makes his bones strong
from all the calcium he gets!

Feb. 3 Grandparents
Day
Feb. 14 Valentines
Day
Feb. 25 Author Visit
Jacqueline Woodson

Ms. Cunningham

Classroom News

March

Room 7
3rd
Grade

Monthly Spotlight:
How does nutrition affect academic
performance?
Tips and Tricks for Parents and
Guardians
- Consider incorporating more
fruits and vegetables into your
childs diet
- Think about the amount of sugary
treats your child indulges in
- Encourage your child to eat
breakfast
- Pay attention to what your child
drinks

Student
Spotlight
In each newsletter, we show a
student and his or her favorite
healthy foods!

What are we learning in 3rd grade

right now?

Math: Fractions
Social Studies: Government
Science: Birds
Language Arts: Writing our own
stories
o Please assist your child in
writing parts of his or her
story at home.

Upcoming Events:
Mar. 7 Mar. 14 Spring
Break

Annie enjoys eating watermelon.

She says it reminds her of summer
and that it tastes delicious!

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