Week of 1/27-1/31

Dear Fourth Grade Families,
I hope this email finds you well  and that you are exited about our upcoming Catholic Week..
Here’s a look at what's coming up for the week of Jan. 27 -Jan. 31. Please make sure to read all the important information below to avoid any questions that may already be addressed. If you missed any email, you can find updates on my school blog:https://nnolva.sites.ecatholic.com/fourth-grade


Ballona Wetlands fieldtrip
We have our upcoming 3rd & 4th Grade field trip to the Ballona Wetlands, happening in February 21^st.
Mr. Aguilar has sent an invoice to all 3rd and 4th grade families regarding the payment for this trip. The total cost is $15 per student, which covers both the entrance fee and bus transportation. We are fortunate to have received partial funding for the bus, which helped lower the overall cost for each family.
Additionally, I am seeking only three parent volunteers who is Virtus trained and fingerprinted to join us for this educational experience. If you are interested and meet these requirements, please let me know as soon as possible. I also want to say that please, as you are deciding to volunteer, remember that you will be responsible for your group not only your child. 

Progress Reports
Progress report and STAR test results for the second trimester was sent home last Friday, Jan24th. Please keep in mind that the progress report is just a snapshot of where your child is at right now. I sent 2 copies home, one copy must be signed and returned on Monday and one is yours to keep. All grades are updated daily, any missing homework or assignments will reflect on your child’s grades. If you have any concerns or questions, feel free to reach out to me directly—I’m here to help.
There is still plenty of time for grades to improve before final grades are issued at the end of the 2nd trimester.

Annual Open House
Tomorrow Sunday, January 26 will be our Annual Open House from 12-2pm, after our 11am All School Family Mass. Students can earn free dress passes from their teachers if they come to Mass in Full Mass uniform that day and check in with their teacher. 

Special Persons Day- Friday
On Thursday, I sent the Special Persons' Day letter with your child. Kindly complete and return the letter by Monday January 27, 2025.
Special Persons' Day Details:

• Friday, January 31st, 2025: Noon dismissal.
• 10:00 AM Mass: Students with their special person will sit together in church.
  • Students may wear their School Mass Uniform or their Sunday Best.
  • Students may be checked out from the classroom starting at 9:45 AM to join their special person for Mass.
  • Students without a special person will stay with me.
• After Mass, all checked-out students may leave with their special person.

Important Notes:

• Once students are checked out, their special person is fully responsible for them.
• Families are welcome to enjoy lunch on campus, but please ensure students are supervised at all times.

Catholic Schools’ Week Reminders
Mon., Jan27
* Teacher Appreciation Day
* Cozy Day (No PJs) 
* Pre-order form and payment for Friday January 31, Funnel Cake is due today (form attached)

Tues., Jan 28
* Student Appreciation Day
* Class Color Day (Please see attached flyer for class colors). 

Wed., Jan 29
* Admin Appreciation Day
* Sports Attire
* Student-Teacher Volleyball Day

Thurs., Jan 30
* Parents Appreciation Day - * stop and enjoy Coffee and Donuts for Parents only during our morning carline! 
* Career Day for K-4th 
*Twin Day for 5th - 8th Grade

Friday, January 31
* Special Persons' Day Mass at 10am
* Formal Mass Uniform / Sunday Best
* Do not bring bags / devices (please read emails from your child's teachers)
* Bring snacks (we'll have early recess) and lunch (if staying for daycare)
* NOON DISMISSAL **Daycare until 6pm

Deadlines:

• February 24: 2nd Trimester Mass Reflection (7 reflections required)

Grades Updates:
Please parents, when your child comes with late work, he/she has to specifically come to me and let me know that they have that work so that I can check and update their grades. I prioritize tests and  formative assessments over late homework. 





Annual Open House
 On Sunday, January 26 will be our Annual Open House from 12-2pm, after our 11am All School Family Mass. Students can earn free dress passes from their teachers if they come to Mass in Full Mass uniform that day and check in with their teacher.

• Please try as much as you can to provide missing work within a week. In my policy I am not accepting work more than a week after the due date if the student was in class. Please refer to the "Absences" policy if your student was absent. 
• On Gradelink whenever you see "IC" please read the comments associated so that you could help your student.
• Please give your student access to their Gradelink to monitor their grades.
• We also have some issues with students not knowing their emails password. Please provide the necessary information to help me better assist them in class. Thank you. 

 Please parents remember that behavior charts are sent out daily. I usually send them out on Friday and keep them on Monday. I will upload this Monday, a grade for behavior and work habit based on all the behavior charts that you have signed. This week I will upload a grade for both Behavior and Work Habit. Once it is done, if you have any question please feel free to contact me. 

 Please arrange with me to make up for missed classwork or tests. All work or tests missed must be made up within the week of return. 
Make-up classroom work and missed homework due to an excused absence are due within the same number of days absent. For example, if an excused absence is for three days, the student has three days to complete and submit the work. If work is not submitted in a timely manner, an effort slip will be issued.


Focus of the Week:

• Math: Fraction Equivalence and Comparison  Test 1/31 (Subject to change)
• Reading:  The Tiger Rising 
• Grammar: Verbs Tense : past, present and Future
• Religion: TOB:Lesson 3 Book1 
• Religion: Finding God Session 8
• Prayer: Nicene Creed Test 1/27

 Tests

Thursday 

• Tiger Rising Ch7-9 Comprehension
• TOB lesson 3
• Finding God Session 8

Amazon Wishlist
As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share a wonderful opportunity to further enhance our classroom experience. I created an Amazon Wishlist with carefully selected items that will greatly benefit our students’ education journey. You may check out the link below.  Add your favorite items!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3OUPUHM2XB902?ref_=wl_share


Upcoming Events:
For more details, please refer to the [school calendar here.

• January 26-February 2: Catholic Schools’ Week
• January 26 (Sunday): Open House 11 am Family Mass, Open House 12-2pm, Catholic Schools’ Week begins through 2/2, Family Mass at 11am (wear formal Mass Uniforms for free dress passes), Open House from 12-2. Student Government leads tours at school, Folklorico school group to perform
• January 27 – Teacher Appreciation Day, SAP Choir performs at PMA Mass 
• January 28 – Student Appreciation Day, “Cozy Day”
• January 29 – Administration Appreciation Day, Student Teacher Volleyball game
• January 30 – Parent Appreciation Day, Coffee and Donuts provided for parents in morning
• January 31 – Special Persons’ Day, Mass at 10am, noon dismissal, daycare till 6pm 
• January 28-30: Musical Auditions for Aladdin, Jr. Callbacks are 2/4, rehearsals are Tuesdays and Thursdays starting 2/11. Rehearsal is from 3:15-5:15pm
• February 5: 2nd Mandatory General Parent Meeting in the Hall at 6:30pm ($50 fine for non-attendance)
• February 5: Musical Callbacks, 8th grade Nacho Fundraiser after school, 100th Day of School
• February 17 – Presidents’ Day Holiday NO SCHOOL
• February 19 – All School Spelling Bee 10:30-12 in Hall 
• February 18-21: Re-Registration Week for returning students (all online) 
• Feb 20 – All School Marian Consecration (ends on 3/25, Feast of the Annunciation: Mary’s Day)
• February 21 – Yearbook Pre-Sale ends 
• February 26-28 – 7th Grade Catalina Field trip
• March 5 – ASH WEDNESDAY (Mass uniforms), beginning of Lent, SAP Choir sings
• March 20 – Santiago Retreat Center 6th grade trip
• April – ARK testing starts
• April 17- 25– Easter Break
• April 26 – School Resumes
• April 28-May 1 – Thousand Pines 8th grade Retreat 
• May 16-18 – Parish Fiesta

  Please email me if you have any question. 


Blessings,
Florence Ekindi 
4th grade Homeroom Teacher 
St Anthony of Padua School
Tel. 310-329-7170 
 Fax 310-329-9843
1003 W 163rd St. Gardena, CA 90247
www.stanthonygardena.org