Third Grade

The third grade focuses on responsibility, first and foremost. In Religion, we receive reconciliation twice a year and continue to emphasize Christian, Catholic values. Academically, we focus on basic math facts including addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division, and we also work on our handwriting, both print and cursive. In English Language Arts, the development of reading for pleasure in chapter books is stressed and by the end of the year students' love for books will increase along with vocabulary and comprehension.

Owl Pellet Investigation

Utilizing our FOSS Science program, students learn about owls which culminates in an owl pellet investigation.

Saints Project

Around the time of All Saints Day, students pick a saint and then do research for a presentation about that saint. It's an opportunity for them to learn about the many great people from our Catholic history.

Archaeology in the Presidio

Students travel to the Presidio to explore and act as archeologists, learning about the history of the Presidio and participating in many hands-on activities.

Teacher

Ms. Wendy Wong was born and raised in San Francisco and loves living and working in her community. She holds a B.A. in Broadcast Communications with emphasis on Writing and Production. She also received her teacher's credential with a Bilingual Authorization at San Francisco State University.

Teaching in China as an Oral English teacher and multiple subject matter teacher inspired Ms. Wong to pursue teaching. She spent three years teaching in bilingual settings in China, before coming back to San Francisco to work with elementary school students. She taught kindergarten, first, and second grade before arriving at St. Peter's working with third grade. In between she worked with K-5 in literacy camps and other teaching positions. Her favorite part about teaching third graders is how independent, creative, and courageous they are. During her own time, Ms. Wong enjoys reading, spending time with her dog and hiking the many beautiful parts of the Bay Area.