Welcome to Mrs. Santosuosso’s Third Grade Class
Welcome to a fantastic new year in grade three! I hope you and your family had a
wonderful summer. I absolutely love teaching third grade. In my opinion, I think it is the
most wonderful age. The children are starting to become more independent, and they are
so inquisitive.
Let me tell you a little about myself. This is my ninth year teaching grade 3 at
Varnum Brook. I completed my undergraduate studies at Bentley College and received my
Masters in Elementary Education from Lesley University. I have an amazing two year old
daughter who surprises me every day with the new things she learns. I am often
characterized as patient and understanding. I am very excited to introduce your child to
many wonderful learning adventures during the upcoming year.
Our classroom learning community is made up of individuals with unique interests,
goals, and learning styles. Would you take a few moments over the next week or so to
write to me about your child? What are some of the things that you, as a parent, can
share about your child? What are his or her interests? What would you like me to know
about your youngster? What is he or she excited about – nervous about? All of this
information will help us get off to the smoothest start possible.
Thank you for taking the time to share your thoughts. I am looking forward to a
challenging your child academically, while providing as many hands-on learning opportunities
as I can. Please feel free to contact me any time. I can’t wait to meet your child next
week, and I also look forward to meeting you soon.
Kind regards,
Mrs. Santosuosso
P.S. As you prepare for your child to return to school, you may be wondering what personal
supplies will be helpful to get your child started. We provide the essentials, but if you
would like your child to have his or her own scissors, pencils, etc.; attached is a suggested
list.
Suggested Supply List
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1 inch black 3-ring binder
2 three-hole punched pocket folders
(for transporting homework and important papers home safely)
1 subject spiral bound notebook – wide ruled
Glue sticks
Fiscar scissors – blunt
Highlighter
Small school box for supplies
Ruler with centimeters and inches
Sharpened #2 pencils – at least 6
Crayons – small box
“Hand-held” pencil sharpener with a holder to catch the shavings (highly
recommended)
1 colored pen
4” x 6” ruled index cards
Classroom Wish List (donations for the classroom)
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Box of tissues
Package of baby wipes
Disinfectant wipes
Copy Paper
Please don’t feel the need to rush out and get all these things over the Labor Day weekend.
Take your time, and send in things with your child as you see fit. There is no sense of
urgency. I have folders to send your child’s work home, and as I mentioned, we do provide
the essentials.