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Week of 3/24-3/28
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Dear Fourth Grade Guardians,
I pray this email finds you well. Here’s a look at what's coming up for the week of Mar.24- Mar.28. 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
Deadlines:- March 28: Class Donations deadline for Pauly’s Project
- May 27: 3rd Trimester Mass Reflection (10 reflections required)
3rd Trimester Chapter book
This trimester, instead of a chapter, I am thinking about introducing Book club. Students have chosen their books and you will receive a separate email for the book that your child will be assigned to read. All of the books are from Kate DiCamillo. The book will be due Monday March 30th.
Tuesday, March 25th- All School Mass
Thank you Bianca Tellechea and Monique Ayuk-Etek for leading us throughout our 34 days of Marian Consecration. Thank you to all students with whom we had great conversations about how to use Mary as an example in our faith.
This Tuesday, our consecration ends with the Feast of the Annunciation. All students must wear Formal Mass Uniform There will be NO All-School Mass on Friday 3/28. Students must come to school in regular uniforms this Friday
Wednesday, March 26th- Dodger Day
March 26 is the day before the Dodgers’ Opening Day. The 8th grade will have a fundraiser on Wed, 3/26. Please support them by wearing Dodger Blue on Wednesday, for $2.
Thursday, March 27th – Spring Picture Day
Spring Picture Day with Keys Photography. Those who wish to purchase photos may wear Easter attire/Sunday Best to school.
ST Math/AR goal- Please note that I am telling students each week what is the weekly and the daily goal for ST math. On 5 days week, it is generally 90 minutes. Daily, students have at least 20 minutes to work on their ST math in class unless otherwise specified.
- AR goal is 100% for the end of the trimester and at least 50% by April 15th. Please also note that the accuracy should be 85% or above, which ensure that the students have understood their readings.
Essays
I am really proud of the students for working on their personal narrative essay. Most of the student focused on a really small moment of their lives and added some details to make their paragraphs. It took us months and I really enjoy reading the result. I am not done reading all of the 25 essays but it will be graded by the end of this week. I have told the students that I would like them to print their essays :- The informative Essay ( Tribe/Mission essay) can be printed as it has been reviewed.
- The Saint argumentative paragraph, can be printed as it has been reviewed.
- The personal Narrative Essay , will be able to be printed by the end of the week after review.
Homework
Please note that homework is adjusted to classwork. Therefore, last week I decided not to have reading log but encouraged students to read daily and maybe summarize out loud with parents to show understanding.
At this point in the class, comprehension in all subjects has been a little bit hard so I truly encourage you to have your students showing deeply understanding of all questions that you may ask them.
Focus of the Week:- Math: Multiply Fractions by Whole Numbers Test 03/28
- Reading: Book Club : Kate Dicamillo
- Vocabulary: Lesson 17 words
- Grammar: Perfect Tenses
- Religion: Lesson 20/TOB Book2 Lesson 2
- Religion: Finding God Session 20
- Science : Genius Hours week 4
- Social Studies: Week 21
Please note that tests are often discussed in class, therefore based on completion of material we are adjusting tests/ quizzes taken.
Thursday- Religion Session 20
- Social Studies week 21
- Math Test
- Religion: TOB book 2 L2
- Language Review Quiz
- Grammar : Tenses ( simple, progressive and perfect)
As we have reached the third trimester, I would like to ask for your anonymous, honest feedback about your Fourth Grade experiences thus far. Your feedback will allow me to grow as an educator and make any changes or adjustments needed moving forward.
I value your honest opinions and partnership.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1z4zWSI9EBj_ 4NV4vA0qL49uKxS0aDUbzQgMbetKv1 w4/edit
Pauly’s Project
This Lenten Season, the 5th Grade Class, in partnership with Pauly’s Project, will be leading a Donation Drive and Community Service Opportunity to serve homeless individuals in Downtown Los Angeles. We invite the SAP community to help us raise at least 100 hygiene kits for those in need.
Donation Drive: March 5th–29th Donation Goal: 100 Hygiene Kits
Class Donations:
Kindergarten: Travel-size toothpaste & toothbrush
1st Grade: Hand sanitizing wipes
2nd Grade: Body soap
3rd Grade: Stick deodorant
4th Grade: Travel-size shampoo
5th Grade: Adult socks
6th Grade: Floss & travel-size mouthwash
7th Grade: Small notebook & pen
8th Grade: Razors & comb
Optional Donations: Toilet tissue, hot packs, nail clippers, gallon-size Ziploc bags.
More Info:
Pauly’s Project Website
Pauly’s Project Instagram
Donations do not need to be branded and can be purchased at dollar stores. Any contributions are greatly appreciated!
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.- March 25 – Marian Consecration Culminates today with All School Mass: Feast of the Annunciation
- April 2 – ARK testing starts ( pink paper sent home)
- April 17- 25– Easter Break
- April 26 – School Resumes
- April 28-May 1 – Thousand Pines 8th grade Retreat
- May 16-18 – Parish Fiesta
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