Wednesday, October 31, 2018
Annual Bard Competition
Hello Archway Arete Parents and Students! It’s once again time for our annual Bard Competition, which means registration starts now! If your student is interested in trying their hand at this artistic form in this exciting and challenging competition, please have them ask their teacher for a registration form, which must be turned in no later than Monday, November 5th by the end of the day. Each student who registers will also receive a copy of the Poetry Out Loud judging guidelines to help them refine their performance for the first round of the competition, which will take place across November 16th and 19th at 3:05 after the school day. More details to follow. I am so excited for this competition to kick off and see what students we’ll be hearing from this year, so please don’t hesitate to register! If you have any further questions, please email Ms. Arce-Lindsay at carce-lindsay@archwayarete.org. I look forward to seeing our students perform! Happy poem hunting!
Friday, October 26, 2018
Week of October 29 - November 2
Families of 4C,
We will be celebrating our Read-a-Thon this Wednesday, October 31! We will begin our celebration at lunch time and there will be pizza and snacks provided, so you do not need to send your child with a lunch that day. The class will be reading “The Witches” by Roald Dahl together for the afternoon, but students are permitted to bring their own non-pop culture book to read independently if they choose. Wednesday morning activities will resume as usual, including Khan Academy.
Students who have submitted a costume proposal are permitted to come Wednesday dressed as their favorite book character, historical figure, or scientist. Please note that our Wednesday special on the 31st is P.E., and all students must wear athletic-style shoes with their costumes so they can still participate.
Absences:
Absent work will not be sent home for students who miss less than two consecutive days until the day they return to school. This allows teachers to keep checks-and-balances of make-up work and allows students the opportunity to rest so they can come back to school refreshed and energized!
If you anticipate your student being absent for more than two consecutive days, you may request assignments from a teacher in advance to have them work on while they are out.
If your student is absent from school, they will get all notes, assignments, and assessments on the day they return to school. Everything they missed will be provided by a teacher, but it is the responsibility of the student to go to a teacher to find out what they missed when they get back. Students will have the number of days they were gone to make up any absent work. If a student is absent the day a test is given, they will be expected to take the test on the day they return.
This Week:
Math: At the beginning of the week, students will learn how to add and subtract fractions and they will be tested on this at the end of the week on either Thursday or Friday. If there is time at the end of the week, students will begin learning about mixed numbers.
Grammar: This week, students will learn about compound parts of speech: compound subjects, compound objects of the preposition, compound direct objects, compound adjectives, compound predicate nominatives, and how to classify and diagram compound sentences. Students will also be doing a review throughout the week on conjunctions.
Spalding: This week, students will be studying their next 31 words, Controlled----- Piano. We will typically study 30 words every week; however, this is subject to change by a word or two from week to week depending on word groupings. A family member should dictate the words to the student each night for homework. Students will review words on Thursday and take the final test on Friday.
Science: We will be finishing up our Life Sciences Unit this week by learning about the regions in Arizona and the plants and animals found in each region. On Wednesday, we will have an in-class review session, but students should be utilizing their study guide throughout the week to study for the unit test on Thursday. Please note that the class average for last week's science quiz was a 64%. Students should use this quiz to help them aim the focus of their study to prepare for the test this week.
History: We will continue studying the Middle Ages by furthering our reading by taking a closer look at the importance of the Magna Carta and the new kind of government it helped establish. At the end of the week, students will be taking a quiz on the Magna Carta. At the end of the week, students will learn about the Hundred Years’ War.
Essays and research packets for the European Country Project are due Tuesday, November 13. Presentations will be due November 13-16, and days will be assigned to each student in the coming weeks.
Literature: Students will study setting and characterization as we continue our reading through Robin Hood.
Greek and Latin Roots: This week students will be quizzed on roots 30-32, and will learn the next three roots in the set. Students should review roots cards to prepare for their quiz on every Wednesday.
Poetry: Students will recite “Clouds” by Christine Georgina Rossetti on Monday, November 5.
Have a wonderful weekend!
--Mrs. Conforti
We will be celebrating our Read-a-Thon this Wednesday, October 31! We will begin our celebration at lunch time and there will be pizza and snacks provided, so you do not need to send your child with a lunch that day. The class will be reading “The Witches” by Roald Dahl together for the afternoon, but students are permitted to bring their own non-pop culture book to read independently if they choose. Wednesday morning activities will resume as usual, including Khan Academy.
Students who have submitted a costume proposal are permitted to come Wednesday dressed as their favorite book character, historical figure, or scientist. Please note that our Wednesday special on the 31st is P.E., and all students must wear athletic-style shoes with their costumes so they can still participate.
Absences:
Absent work will not be sent home for students who miss less than two consecutive days until the day they return to school. This allows teachers to keep checks-and-balances of make-up work and allows students the opportunity to rest so they can come back to school refreshed and energized!
If you anticipate your student being absent for more than two consecutive days, you may request assignments from a teacher in advance to have them work on while they are out.
If your student is absent from school, they will get all notes, assignments, and assessments on the day they return to school. Everything they missed will be provided by a teacher, but it is the responsibility of the student to go to a teacher to find out what they missed when they get back. Students will have the number of days they were gone to make up any absent work. If a student is absent the day a test is given, they will be expected to take the test on the day they return.
This Week:
Math: At the beginning of the week, students will learn how to add and subtract fractions and they will be tested on this at the end of the week on either Thursday or Friday. If there is time at the end of the week, students will begin learning about mixed numbers.
Grammar: This week, students will learn about compound parts of speech: compound subjects, compound objects of the preposition, compound direct objects, compound adjectives, compound predicate nominatives, and how to classify and diagram compound sentences. Students will also be doing a review throughout the week on conjunctions.
Spalding: This week, students will be studying their next 31 words, Controlled----- Piano. We will typically study 30 words every week; however, this is subject to change by a word or two from week to week depending on word groupings. A family member should dictate the words to the student each night for homework. Students will review words on Thursday and take the final test on Friday.
Science: We will be finishing up our Life Sciences Unit this week by learning about the regions in Arizona and the plants and animals found in each region. On Wednesday, we will have an in-class review session, but students should be utilizing their study guide throughout the week to study for the unit test on Thursday. Please note that the class average for last week's science quiz was a 64%. Students should use this quiz to help them aim the focus of their study to prepare for the test this week.
History: We will continue studying the Middle Ages by furthering our reading by taking a closer look at the importance of the Magna Carta and the new kind of government it helped establish. At the end of the week, students will be taking a quiz on the Magna Carta. At the end of the week, students will learn about the Hundred Years’ War.
Essays and research packets for the European Country Project are due Tuesday, November 13. Presentations will be due November 13-16, and days will be assigned to each student in the coming weeks.
Literature: Students will study setting and characterization as we continue our reading through Robin Hood.
Greek and Latin Roots: This week students will be quizzed on roots 30-32, and will learn the next three roots in the set. Students should review roots cards to prepare for their quiz on every Wednesday.
Poetry: Students will recite “Clouds” by Christine Georgina Rossetti on Monday, November 5.
Have a wonderful weekend!
--Mrs. Conforti
Saturday, October 20, 2018
Week of October 23-26
Families of 4C,
It was great to have the opportunity to talk with each of you this week at conferences!
There is no school this Monday, October 22.
Math Tutoring will start back up on Thursday, October 25 and will continue to be every Monday and Thursday by invitation. If math tutoring is recommended for your child, you will receive an invitation via email in the coming days.
Grade Reports will be sent after week 2 to allow for more assignments to be entered into the grade book. Thank you for your patience!
As we progress through the year, please include myself and Mrs. LaVell both on any emails regarding grading or assignments to ensure well-rounded communication:
This Week:
Math: At the beginning of the week, students will review equivalent fractions and comparing fractions before learning how to add and subtract fractions later in the week. Students will take their Unit 3 Chapter 1 Test on fractions this Friday.
Grammar: This week, students will learn about Interrogative Pronouns, Interjections, Contractions, and Introductory Elements.
Spalding: This week, students will be studying their next 30 words, Search----- Excite. We will typically study 30 words every week; however, this is subject to change by a word or two from week to week depending on word groupings. A family member should dictate the words to the student each night for homework. Students will review words on Thursday and take the final test on Friday.
Science: As we continue through our Life Sciences Unit, students will learn more about population density and the factors that can affect the size and success of a population. Students will learn how animals use adaptation and natural selection to survive, and they will understand the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources. Students will have a quiz toward the end of the week on these topics, and should be regularly reviewing their notes to prepare. At the end of the week, students will begin learning about different types of regions, specifically those that can be found in Arizona.
History: We will continue studying the Middle Ages by furthering our reading about Eleanor of Aquitaine, Islam, and the Crusades. Students will be completing their Unit 2 Study Guide for chapters 11-16 throughout the beginning of the week to prepare for their Unit test on Friday.
Essays and research packets for the European Country Project are due Tuesday, November 13. Presentations will be due November 13-16, and days will be assigned to each student in the coming weeks.
Literature: Students will study setting and characterization as we continue our reading through Robin Hood.
Greek and Latin Roots: This week students will be quizzed on roots 26-29, and will learn the next three roots in the set. Roots will be every Wednesday; students should review their roots cards to prepare for the quiz.
Poetry: Students will recite “Clouds” by Christine Georgina Rossetti on Monday, November 5.
I hope you all a relaxing and enjoyable long weekend!
--Mrs. Conforti
It was great to have the opportunity to talk with each of you this week at conferences!
There is no school this Monday, October 22.
Math Tutoring will start back up on Thursday, October 25 and will continue to be every Monday and Thursday by invitation. If math tutoring is recommended for your child, you will receive an invitation via email in the coming days.
Grade Reports will be sent after week 2 to allow for more assignments to be entered into the grade book. Thank you for your patience!
As we progress through the year, please include myself and Mrs. LaVell both on any emails regarding grading or assignments to ensure well-rounded communication:
- Mrs. Conforti: TMartin@ArchwayArete.org
- Mrs. LaVell: RLavell@ArchwayArete.org
This Week:
Math: At the beginning of the week, students will review equivalent fractions and comparing fractions before learning how to add and subtract fractions later in the week. Students will take their Unit 3 Chapter 1 Test on fractions this Friday.
Grammar: This week, students will learn about Interrogative Pronouns, Interjections, Contractions, and Introductory Elements.
Spalding: This week, students will be studying their next 30 words, Search----- Excite. We will typically study 30 words every week; however, this is subject to change by a word or two from week to week depending on word groupings. A family member should dictate the words to the student each night for homework. Students will review words on Thursday and take the final test on Friday.
Science: As we continue through our Life Sciences Unit, students will learn more about population density and the factors that can affect the size and success of a population. Students will learn how animals use adaptation and natural selection to survive, and they will understand the difference between renewable and non-renewable resources. Students will have a quiz toward the end of the week on these topics, and should be regularly reviewing their notes to prepare. At the end of the week, students will begin learning about different types of regions, specifically those that can be found in Arizona.
History: We will continue studying the Middle Ages by furthering our reading about Eleanor of Aquitaine, Islam, and the Crusades. Students will be completing their Unit 2 Study Guide for chapters 11-16 throughout the beginning of the week to prepare for their Unit test on Friday.
Essays and research packets for the European Country Project are due Tuesday, November 13. Presentations will be due November 13-16, and days will be assigned to each student in the coming weeks.
Literature: Students will study setting and characterization as we continue our reading through Robin Hood.
Greek and Latin Roots: This week students will be quizzed on roots 26-29, and will learn the next three roots in the set. Roots will be every Wednesday; students should review their roots cards to prepare for the quiz.
Poetry: Students will recite “Clouds” by Christine Georgina Rossetti on Monday, November 5.
I hope you all a relaxing and enjoyable long weekend!
--Mrs. Conforti
Monday, October 15, 2018
Week of October 15-19
Families of 4C,
Due to parent teacher conferences this week there will be early dismissal everyday at 12:05 PM.
If you have not yet signed up for a conference time slot there are still four slots available (two on Wednesday and two on Thursday, link to sign-up HERE).
Regular Grade Reports will be sent this weekend as per usual. However, please be aware that as we are starting a new quarter the grade book will not have very many assignments in it this week and will likely not be an accurate reflection of your scholar’s performance and progress.
This Week:
Math: Students will be taking the Units 1 and 2 Cumulative Assessment on Tuesday. On Thursday and Friday will be beginning our new unit on fractions. Despite the half-day schedule, we will resume Wednesday Morning Khan Academy sessions as usual.
Grammar: This week, students will learn about Interrogative Pronouns, Interjections, Contractions, and Introductory Elements.
Spalding: This week, students will be studying their next 30 words, Provision----- Complete. We will typically study 30 words every week; however, this is subject to change by a word or two from week to week depending on word groupings. A family member should dictate the words to the student each night for homework. Students will review words on Thursday and take the final test on Friday.
Science: Students will continue working through our Life Sciences Unit as they learn about animals. This week will cover abiotic vs. biotic animals, habitats, and population density. Students will be taking a quiz on Thursday and should be reviewing their notes regularly to prepare.
History: We will continue studying the Middle Ages by furthering our reading about King Henry II and Thomas Becket. Toward the end of the week, we will learn about Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Essays and research packets for the European Country Project are due Tuesday, November 13. Presentations will be due November 13-16, and days will be assigned to each student in the coming weeks.
Literature: In the second quarter will be beginning our second literature book for the year, Robin Hood.
Greek and Latin Roots: This week students will be learning the next three roots 26-29.
Poetry: This week students will be learning their new poem for recitation, “Clouds” by Christine Georgina Rossetti. Recitations for this poem will be on November 5.
I look forward to seeing some of you this week, and I am eager for a strong start to the second quarter!
--Mrs. Conforti
Due to parent teacher conferences this week there will be early dismissal everyday at 12:05 PM.
If you have not yet signed up for a conference time slot there are still four slots available (two on Wednesday and two on Thursday, link to sign-up HERE).
Regular Grade Reports will be sent this weekend as per usual. However, please be aware that as we are starting a new quarter the grade book will not have very many assignments in it this week and will likely not be an accurate reflection of your scholar’s performance and progress.
This Week:
Math: Students will be taking the Units 1 and 2 Cumulative Assessment on Tuesday. On Thursday and Friday will be beginning our new unit on fractions. Despite the half-day schedule, we will resume Wednesday Morning Khan Academy sessions as usual.
Grammar: This week, students will learn about Interrogative Pronouns, Interjections, Contractions, and Introductory Elements.
Spalding: This week, students will be studying their next 30 words, Provision----- Complete. We will typically study 30 words every week; however, this is subject to change by a word or two from week to week depending on word groupings. A family member should dictate the words to the student each night for homework. Students will review words on Thursday and take the final test on Friday.
Science: Students will continue working through our Life Sciences Unit as they learn about animals. This week will cover abiotic vs. biotic animals, habitats, and population density. Students will be taking a quiz on Thursday and should be reviewing their notes regularly to prepare.
History: We will continue studying the Middle Ages by furthering our reading about King Henry II and Thomas Becket. Toward the end of the week, we will learn about Eleanor of Aquitaine.
Essays and research packets for the European Country Project are due Tuesday, November 13. Presentations will be due November 13-16, and days will be assigned to each student in the coming weeks.
Literature: In the second quarter will be beginning our second literature book for the year, Robin Hood.
Greek and Latin Roots: This week students will be learning the next three roots 26-29.
Poetry: This week students will be learning their new poem for recitation, “Clouds” by Christine Georgina Rossetti. Recitations for this poem will be on November 5.
I look forward to seeing some of you this week, and I am eager for a strong start to the second quarter!
--Mrs. Conforti
Wednesday, October 3, 2018
Parent-Teacher Conferences
Good Morning Families of 4C,
It's that time of year! Conferences will be held the first week of school following Fall Break, Monday, October 15 through Thursday, October 18.
4C Conference Sign-Up
Parents will meet with Mrs. Conforti and Mrs. LaVell in the classroom (4C) to discuss their child's progress in fourth grade over the course of the first quarter. Conferences will last approximately 25 minutes; the final five minutes between conferences will allow for transitions and teacher breaks. Conferences will run from 1:00pm - 4:30pm Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On Tuesday, conferences will run from 1:00pm-7:00pm. Use the following link to select one time slot to attend: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0b4faaaf2faafc1-quarter
Specialists Conference Sign-Up
While conferences with your child's teachers are mandatory, conferences with specialists are optional. If you are interested in meeting with one of the specialist teachers, you can request a sign up through the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0c4ea8a92aa7fe3-25specials2.
We look forward to discussing your child's growth with you!
It's that time of year! Conferences will be held the first week of school following Fall Break, Monday, October 15 through Thursday, October 18.
4C Conference Sign-Up
Parents will meet with Mrs. Conforti and Mrs. LaVell in the classroom (4C) to discuss their child's progress in fourth grade over the course of the first quarter. Conferences will last approximately 25 minutes; the final five minutes between conferences will allow for transitions and teacher breaks. Conferences will run from 1:00pm - 4:30pm Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. On Tuesday, conferences will run from 1:00pm-7:00pm. Use the following link to select one time slot to attend: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60b0b4faaaf2faafc1-quarter
Specialists Conference Sign-Up
While conferences with your child's teachers are mandatory, conferences with specialists are optional. If you are interested in meeting with one of the specialist teachers, you can request a sign up through the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0c4ea8a92aa7fe3-25specials2.
We look forward to discussing your child's growth with you!
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