Grade 3

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A Year of discovery and growth

Third Grade at RMES

Encouraging deeper thinking, spiritual growth, and personal responsibility in a Christ-centered environment.

Expanding minds. Strengthening faith.

Welcome to Third Grade at RMES

Where students take the next big steps in academic independence and spiritual understanding.

Third grade is an exciting year of transition where students move from learning to read to reading to learn. At RMES, this shift is supported through engaging instruction, biblical integration, and a strong sense of classroom community.

Students are encouraged to ask thoughtful questions, build responsibility, and embrace challenges - growing not only in academic skills, but in character and confidence through Christ.

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Helping students grow as learners and leaders

What Students Experience in Third Grade

Faith in Action. Biblical values are brought to life through daily worship, scripture memorization, and class discussions that explore how to live out their faith.

Math Mastery. Multiplication, division, and early fractions are introduced through visual models, games, and real-world applications.

Social Studies & Science Exploration. Hands-on projects, group activities, and presentations allow students to explore God’s world in meaningful ways.

Reading for Meaning. Third graders expand vocabulary and comprehension through chapter books, research projects, and guided reading strategies.

Writing with Purpose. Students learn to express themselves clearly through narrative writing, reports, and creative storytelling.

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Helpful Resources for Third Grade Families

Use these resources to support your child’s academic success and stay connected throughout the school year.

Grade 3 Supply List (PDF)

Homework Overview Sheet

Reading Challenge Tracker

Meet The Teacher

Mrs. Anuradha Tompkins – Grade 3 Teacher

Helping students grow with curiosity, kindness, and a Christ-centered mindset.

Mrs. Tompkins brings a warm and thoughtful approach to her third-grade classroom. With a passion for both academic excellence and spiritual growth, she fosters an environment where students feel safe to explore, question, and thrive—academically, socially, and in their walk with Christ.

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Where Every Lesson Builds Confidence
and Character

The early years of education shape more than just school readiness—they shape identity, confidence, and a lifelong approach to learning. At Ruth Murdoch Elementary School, we recognize that what happens in these formative years lays the groundwork for how a child thinks, relates, and thrives. Here, education is more than academics. It’s the cultivation of curiosity, the strengthening of resilience, and the daily experience of being seen and supported. In classrooms filled with purpose and encouragement, students begin to understand not just what they can achieve—but who they are in Christ.

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Our Contact Details

(269) 471 - 3225

rmes@andrews.edu

8885 Garland Ave, Berrien Springs, MI 49104

Hours | Monday -Thursday: 8:05 AM - 4:00 PM Friday: 8:05 AM - 12 PM (closed on weekends & holidays)