tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-51146359915327452722024-03-05T04:03:29.687-08:00Fourth Focus -- Miss Kelly's ClassAiming for Great Heights at Archway Classical Academy - AreteAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comBlogger36125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-62736552430824813482017-12-17T08:51:00.003-08:002017-12-18T18:48:54.073-08:00Last Week Before the Holidays!<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif; line-height: 107%;"> </span><span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">Greetings, parents – we’re almost there!</span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"> </span><span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">While we’re all eagerly anticipating
the end of the quarter, I’m realizing how much I’m going to miss the kids over
the break! From solemnly singing “Oh Factor Tree” (a factor song sung to the tune of
“Oh, Christmas Tree”), to discussing our Arizona origins, to watching them cheer on their peers during the country presentations, your children bring me comfort and joy, every day. It is a
privilege and an honor to work with them.</span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">I was blown away by the quality of the European Projects: their
depth and extent of research, organization of materials, and preparation and poise in presenting all impressed me a great deal. I know that many of you
worked long and hard to help them. Thank you for your perseverance and support!</span><br />
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">I have been grading the trifolds this weekend and will send them home with the children on Tuesday or Wednesday. Final project grades will be sent home in their graded work folders on Wednesday. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif; text-indent: -0.5in;">I. <u>Upcoming Tests, Quizzes, and Events</u></span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><b>Spelling Bee (not for a grade)</b> on Tuesday, December 18</span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><b>Arizona
Unit Test (Arizona packet and study guide) </b>on Wednesday, December 19<o:p></o:p></span><br />
<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><b>Grammar Review Quiz (parts of speech) </b>on Wednesday, December 19</span><br />
<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><b>Math Review Quiz (order of operations) </b>on Wednesday, December 19</span></div>
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Tuesday, December 18<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Wednesday, December 19<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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</b>Thursday, December 20 - Friday, January 5<b> (Winter Break)</b><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><b>See below for a link to Mr. Naak's quizlet for the history test:</b></span><br />
<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"><b>https://quizlet.com/254959706/history-arizona-test-flash-cards/</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">Mrs. Patel and Mrs. Boyle have been hard at work planning a
fancy holiday party for the children on the afternoon of December 18
(tomorrow!) I’ve been told that visions of gingerbread cookies and nutcracker
ornaments</span><sub style="color: #494949; font-family: georgia, serif;"></sub><span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;"> have been dancing in their heads. We do have sufficient
supplies for the party, but if you’d like to send in additional treats, you're certainly welcome to do so. Parents are welcome to join in the fun: the party is scheduled
from approximately 1:45pm-3pm on Monday, December 18. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">III. <u>Gifts</u></span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Children are permitted to bring in small gifts for their friends. Here are some guidelines:</span></div>
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Nothing bigger than a
very small box that can fit in a backpack easily.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Gifts may not be opened
on school grounds.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The gift must go into
backpacks immediately.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Gifts do not have to be
given to everyone but they cannot be given in categories, e.g. "gifts for all the girls," unless every girl receives one</span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">In general: gift-giving to just friends and not everyone is acceptable, but it must be done discreetly and in a spirit of friendship towards all students. </span></div>
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , serif;">IV. </span><u style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif; text-indent: -0.5in;"><span style="line-height: 107%;">Report Cards and Evaluation</span></u></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; line-height: 107%;">Please look for report
cards and evaluations sent via e-mail sometime shortly after January 4th.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="line-height: 107%;">This quarter, you
will receive <b>full narrative evaluations</b> as well as grades for your child. (The
grades given will be standard letter grades as usual.) The narrative evaluation
will be three paragraphs long, in-depth, and detailed. While the narratives are
extensive, it is still difficult to describe a child’s academic progress in
full in a written evaluation. If you would like to schedule a conference and/or
would like clarification on some part of the evaluation, please let me know via
email.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">On Tuesday, 4A will hold a classroom spelling bee. The winner will move on to the school-wide bee after the holidays. No word lists have been sent out in advance, and children are not expected to practice for this contest. Results will not be calculated into your child's grade. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Holiday Break is from
December 21st - January 7th. Our first day back after the break is January 8. Tuesday
the 19th and Wednesday the 20th will be half days with 12:05/12:25 p.m. pick-up.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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Math Packets</u></span></span></div>
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<span style="line-height: 107%;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I will be offering<i> optional</i> reading contest and math packets over the break. If you
would like one for your child, please let me know as soon as possible. </span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"> </span></span><o:p></o:p></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-68117773719887451772017-12-11T17:16:00.000-08:002017-12-11T17:20:15.783-08:00European Project Presentation Schedule<div class="MsoNormal">
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James<o:p></o:p></div>
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Derek<o:p></o:p></div>
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Gabriella<o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-83268258079509451772017-12-09T06:23:00.002-08:002017-12-09T09:54:12.674-08:00Weekend Update 12/8-12/11<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.7pt;">
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;">I. European History Project: Final FAQ</span></u></b></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The due date for the Europe
Project is Thursday, December 14th. There has been no homework assigned for this weekend and the children will not be given homework on Monday, Tuesday, or Wednesday night, other than optional review for upcoming quizzes and tests. There will be normal homework on Thursday evening. </span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Some answers to a few final questions parents have asked about the project:</span></span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If your child elects to bring food, please bring enough for the whole class (32, including Mrs. Klopack and myself!) to have a small portion. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Homemade food is great, but store-bought food is also acceptable. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">There are no restrictions on food items, but please note whether your item contains gluten. We will have alternative food items available for children with allergies. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I can provide plates, bowls, utensils, and/or cups for food items, but I need to know in advance. If you have not already done so, please let me know whether you need these items by<b> Tuesday, December 12 </b>at the latest. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Regardless of whether your child is presenting Thursday or Friday, please send in all materials on Thursday, except for any food, outfit, or model. These may be brought in on Friday.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The flag should be hand-drawn (small elements may be cut and pasted, but the bulk of it should be drawn by hand) and either attached the poster or presented separately.</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The children may use the poster and/or note cards as presentation guides, but they should not read directly from the poster. We will grade them on eye contact and familiarity with the material. We discussed the difference between using note cards as a guide and a crutch earlier this week in class. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">I strongly suggested to the children that they practice their presentation at least once with a parent or older sibling. If that can't be arranged, please let me know and I will find time to have them practice with me. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The presentation must last a minimum of three minutes and should not extend beyond seven minutes. </span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The presentation is based upon their poster board, the knowledge they have learned, and their display (food, landmark/cultural item, or clothing). They can pick several components of their research and focus on those. They do not need to cover all their research in a 3-minute presentation. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">All sources should be listed on the front page of the packet as instructed. The items in the packet should be sourced with a reference code in the box to the left of the item (e.g., B1)</span></span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">They do not need to include reference on the poster or the essays unless they are quoting directly from a book or website -- in that case, the quote (in quotation marks!) should be followed by the author's first initial and last name plus book title or website title. We do not require APA or MLA format in fourth grade. </span></span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"> Example: "Italy is known for its beautiful coastline." (R. Benigni, <i>Bella Italia</i>). </span><br />
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<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The reflective paragraph should be about their experience during the project.
Was it fun? Boring? hard? What did they learn? How would they do a similar project differently next time? Etc. </span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Both the essay and the reflection paragraph may be typed OR hand-written. If they are hand-written, they should be written in cursive. They will both be handed in separately from the poster board.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If your child began or finished his or her essay in class on the computer and needs me to send you a link or print it out, let me know as soon as possible.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">If dressing up, students must still wear their uniforms that day. They may change before their
presentation time.</span></li>
<li><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">You are welcome to join us that day to watch your child present their project! I will send out a presentation schedule later today (Saturday). </span></li>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>See below from some excellent poster examples:</i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><i>I will be available all weekend and next to answer any other questions you might have. </i></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: large;"><u><b>II. Upcoming Quizzes and Tests</b></u></span></span><br />
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Science Mini-Quiz on <b>Wednesday, December 13</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Science Mini-Quiz on <b>Friday, December 15</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">Spalding Test on </span><b>Friday, December 15</b></div>
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Math Cumulative Test on<b> Friday, December 15</b></div>
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<span style="font-weight: normal;">European Projects Due on </span><b>Thursday, December 14</b> (presentations Thursday and Friday)</div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>History:</u></b> We have begun a unit on the geography, history, and culture of our home state, Arizona. Students will look at the state's rivers and waterways and regions, learn how Arizona became a state, discuss the "5 C's" (copper, cotton, cattle, climate, and citrus) and explore Spanish and Native American influences.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The big European Country Project is due on December 14<sup>th</sup>. Students will present their projects on Thursday, December 14 and Friday, December 15.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>Science:</u></b><b> </b> We'll conclude the quarter by reviewing prior units and reviewing topics specifically covered on the AIMS test.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>Language Arts:</u></b><b> </b>In Literature, we'll finish reading <i>Robin Hood</i> and conduct Socratic discussions to explore the question of whether Robin Hood is a hero. This is the precursor to a larger discussion at the end of the book. The quarter will conclude with a reading of the first few chapters of <i>Pollyanna</i>. In grammar, students will write a short personal narrative essay. In Spalding, we'll have more words with markings to copy and learn.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u>Math:</u></b><b> </b>Students will continue working on fractions. The quarter will end with a review test on the topics covered thus far.</span></div>
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<i><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Photos from our November/December student birthday party, courtesy of Mrs. Boyle. </span></i><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><span style="font-size: 11pt;">I. Here's what our scholars will be studying throughout the rest of Quarter 2: </span></u></b><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><span style="font-size: 11pt;">History:</span></u></b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> We have begun a unit on the geography, history, and culture of our home state, Arizona. Students will look at the state's rivers and waterways and regions, learn how Arizona became a state, discuss the "5 C's" (copper, cotton, cattle, climate, and citrus) and explore Spanish and Native American influences.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;">The big European Country Project is
due on December 14</span><sup>th</sup><span style="font-size: 11pt;">. Students will present their projects on Thursday, December 14 and Friday, December 15.</span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Science:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Students will finish up the meteorology unit. Students will look
at the role of meteorologist and the difference between weather and climate.
We'll conclude the quarter by reviewing prior units and reviewing topics specifically covered on the AIMS test.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Language Arts:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt;">In Literature, we'll finish reading <i>Robin Hood</i> and conduct Socratic discussions to explore the question of whether Robin Hood is a hero. This is the precursor to a larger discussion at the end
of the book. The quarter will conclude with a reading of the first few chapters of <i>Pollyanna</i>. In grammar,
students will write a personal narrative essay. In Spalding, we'll have more words with markings to copy and learn.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><u><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Math:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt;">Students will continue working
on fractions. There will be nightly homework. The quarter will end with a review of
the topics covered thus far.</span><o:p></o:p></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 11pt;"><b>II. "Resources" Section</b></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 11pt;">I have updated and reorganized the "Resources" section of the blog. This includes links to helpful Arete sites as well as handy academic sites pertaining to aspects of our curriculum. You can check it out in the sidebar, or <a href="http://misskellyarete.blogspot.com/p/resources.html">here</a>. If you have any helpful academic links that you'd like to share, please send them over and I'll add them to the list.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">Wishing you and your family a wonderful weekend!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">-Miss Kelly</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-41927584045482098742017-11-22T14:14:00.002-08:002017-11-22T14:16:00.875-08:00Upcoming Tests and Quizzes: Nov. 27-Dec. 1Happy Thanksgiving, families! Here are the assessments we have coming up in the week after the break. Please let me know if you have any questions.<br />
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<b>Tuesday, November 28: </b>Science Mini-Quiz</div>
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<b>Wednesday, November 29:</b> Grammar Test</div>
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<b>Thursday, November 30: </b>Science Mini-Quiz</div>
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<b>Friday, December 1: </b>Spalding Test; Science Unit Test on Meteorology</div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-64103826243777546732017-11-17T17:54:00.001-08:002017-11-27T07:05:33.918-08:00Friday Update<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<i>The fourth graders at the Winter Concert on Wednesday, November 15. </i></div>
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Here we are, less than a week from Thanksgiving with just one month until Winter Break!
I am so proud of our class. Their concert performance was spectacular, their Biome Projects show such diligence and artistry, and they've been working hard to excel in a demanding and fast-paced curriculum. They give me so much joy, and it is an honor to work with them.<br />
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<b><u>Europe Project </u></b><br />
There is no homework this weekend (outside of charting the weather). This is to allow time for students to work on their Europe Projects. Monday and Tuesday's history segments will be dedicated to work on the Europe Project. Students may use their reference books to fill out their project packet. Computers will be available as well. Students may only use computers to log onto websites they have already found. They will not be permitted to google websites in class.<br />
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<u><b>Calendar</b></u><br />
Please see the blog sidebar for a new feature: a class calendar, where I will post upcoming tests and quizzes, class parties, days off, and other events.<br />
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<u><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;">The Next Three Weeks in Class</span></u></b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><i>History:</i></span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><i> </i>Students will begin a four-week study on
Arizona history. This is part of the state mandated curriculum. Students will
also continue work on the Europe Project.</span></span><br />
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</span></span><b style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><i>Science:</i></span></b><b style="font-family: Georgia, "Times New Roman", serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 11pt;">In science over the remainder of the quarter, students will
continue their study of meteorology. Students will learn about air pressure,
wind, fronts, thunderstorms, hurricanes, and tornadoes. As a demonstration,
students will learn how to build and use a barometer. In groups, students
will use anemometer.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times new roman" , serif;"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"><b><i>Language Arts:</i></b></span><b><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt;">In Literature, students will discuss whether or not they think Robin Hood is a hero. This is the precursor to a larger discussion at the end
of the book. The quarter finishes with a reading of Pollyanna. In grammar,
there is an assessment on chapter 8 this week, then students will write a
personal narrative essay. In Spalding there will be more words and more markings.</span><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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three-week review session, wherein they will revisit the concepts that have
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<b><u>Next Week</u></b><br />
Next week is a short week: no school Wednesday through Friday. The holiday season is upon us.
I hope you have a wonderful weekend!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-53545657095249501582017-11-15T15:02:00.001-08:002017-11-15T15:02:14.745-08:00Wednesday MiscellanyGood afternoon parents,<br />
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I am so looking forward to watching the children perform at the Winter Concert tonight! Perhaps I will see you there.<br />
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A few miscellaneous items:<br />
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1. The math test formerly scheduled for this Friday has been moved to Tuesday, December 21. I strongly dislike moving test dates and try to avoid it if at all possible, but the fourth grade team thought it was necessary this time given everyone's progress as well as the Archway and Prep concerts thus weekend (on different nights). Hopefully this will lighten this week's load a little for everyone.<br />
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We will still take the Spalding and history tests on Friday. The history test is on Ch. 17-21 in the packet/study guide.<br />
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2. School administration confirmed for me today that "smart" watches may not be worn by the students during school; they must be turned off and kept in backpacks or left at home. This policy is intended to reduce distractions, remove temptations and means of cheating, and keep inappropriate content off our campus. I hope none of the children feel penalized by this directive. I haven't noticed any specific problems with smart watches in 4A, but I respect the policy of the school.<br />
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A smart watch is defined as any watch that can access the internet, has a calculator, can receive calls or texts, or can play videos or games.<br />
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Regular ("dumb") watches, including digital ones, are allowed.<br />
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3. Today the children received a sheet detailing a small science project in which they will be documenting and charting the weather in various American cities. All that the kids will need to do at home each day (starting tomorrow) is look up the weather in their chosen city and log high and low temperatures and conditions. I told them this should take a maximum of five minutes per day. If your child cannot access the internet at home, let me know and I'll help them log the info at school.<br />
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As always, please be in touch with questions or concerns! See you tonight!<br />
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MKAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-56063496182714368352017-11-13T17:19:00.000-08:002017-11-13T17:19:42.848-08:00Concert Coming This Wednesday!<br />
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<li>The Arete Winter Concert is scheduled for this Wednesday, November 15. Concert information is reposted below.</li>
<li>There will be no homework assigned this Wednesday.</li>
<li>I have strongly advised the students to bring in their Biome Project by Wednesday if possible. The Thursday due date still stands, but completing it before the concert is guaranteed to reduce stress for everyone involved!</li>
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Concert information:</div>
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Our Winter Concert is fast approaching! It will be held at <a href="http://higleycenter.org/">Higley Center for the Performing Arts</a> in Gilbert on Wednesday, November 15th 2017.<br />
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Please note that students are expected to wear concert attire, NOT their uniforms. Gentlemen should wear a plain white collared shirt, black pants, black socks and black closed-toed shoes. Solid dark-colored vests and ties are optional for gentlemen. Ladies should wear a white top, black skirt, black tights and black closed-toe shoes.<br />
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Here are few frequently-asked-questions regarding the concert. You can direct additional questions to our music teacher, Mrs. Stephanie Kaye, at skaye@archwayarete.org.<br />
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<b>What is the date of the concert?</b><br />
Wednesday, November 15, 2017<br />
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<b>Where is the concert?</b><br />
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<b>When will the concert begin?</b><br />
The 3rd-5th grade concert will begin at 6:45 p.m.<br />
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<b>What about the K-2nd grade concert?</b><br />
The Kindergarten-2nd grade concert will begin at 5:30 p.m.; the 3rd-5th concert will follow immediately thereafter.<br />
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<b>What time does my child need to be at Higley?</b><br />
Fourth graders should be brought to Higley at 6:20 p.m. Teachers will chaperone the children until the concert begins.<br />
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<b>What should my child wear to the concert?</b><br />
Please see above.<br />
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<b>Will my child be able to bring food to the concert? Will food be served?</b><br />
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-40710789089925404992017-11-10T18:29:00.002-08:002017-11-10T18:30:00.954-08:00This Week in Class: Monday, Nov. 13 - Friday, Nov. 17<div class="MsoNormal" style="background: white; line-height: 14.7pt;">
<b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">This week</span></u></b><b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> in class:</span></u></b><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">History:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> This week in history, students will close out the Middle Ages unit with the study of Joan of Arc and relevant literature, as well as learning about the Black Death and the role it played in Europe toward the end of the Middle Ages. Students will take a test next Friday on chapters 17-21, for which they have the study guides. (We will finish completing them in class next week.) Next week (beginning Monday, Nov. 24), students will begin the unit on Arizona history.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">Science:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">We'll move forward in our meteorology unit, focusing on cloud formation and the earth's atmosphere. We'll conduct a demonstration to model how clouds formulate and complete a foldable about the different types of clouds</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">. </span><o:p></o:p></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Language Arts:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Students will continue reading about Robin Hood, his merry men, and the adventures they encounter. Is Maid Marian his true love? We will find out! In grammar, students will master pronouns and the “understood” you, followed by conjunctions. Spalding will bring more words and more markings.</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">Math:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10.5pt;">Students will continue working on fractions. There will be nightly homework.</span></div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-32154128551713933782017-11-10T16:13:00.000-08:002017-11-10T16:16:51.189-08:00European Country Project<div class="MsoNormal">
Your child should have brought home information for a project on the countries of Europe.
This is an extensive project that will require many hours to complete. It
consists of six parts- a tri-fold board, a project packet, a 3-paragraph essay,
the 3-5 minute presentation, a visual aid, and a reflection paragraph. There
will be a copy for you to keep as well. <span style="font-family: "times new roman" , serif; font-size: 12pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></div>
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The research guide explains,
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<b>The
fourth grade team realizes that the Biome Project is still being completed, but
we wanted students to have the benefit of an extra weekend to potentially begin
work on this major project. This is especially true for gathering the needed
books.</b> We also wanted the due date to be
before the last weekend before the holidays, as many of you will need that
weekend to prepare for trips, incoming guests, or your own vacations.
Originally the Biome Project was due this Thursday, but we felt an additional
week would be helpful. The overlap is purposeful, but in a helpful way. The
thought is the more time for each, the better. <b>And, to reiterate, the Biome
Project is not meant to be a major undertaking.</b><o:p></o:p></div>
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It
has been tradition, at other academies, to assign this as a "Winter
Break" project, normally assigned the Friday before break, and due the day
back. We have always found that to be unfair. This year, we are allowing
students more time to complete the project than we have in years past. <b>The
project is due Thursday, December 14th.</b> This allows students five full
weeks, and five full weekends to complete the project. There will be in-class
work days as well.</div>
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-Poster requirement sheet- This
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><o:p></o:p></span>-dress up in clothes native
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Posner tells me he has seen some crazy, elaborate projects, e.g., Eiffel Towers
with mechanical parts, lights, and moving people; a Tower of London, complete
with moving clock parts. These were amazing, but....obviously not created by a
10-year-old. While I expect parental assistance and guidance, there is
something to be said for work mostly completed by the student. I simply do not
want you, as parents, to feel as though <i>you </i>have a project to
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-79877261018935823182017-11-09T18:24:00.001-08:002017-11-10T16:15:18.865-08:00Upcoming Tests, Quizzes, and Projects<span style="background-color: white; color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;"><br /></span><span style="font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Math Test (originally scheduled for Thursday, November 9 but postponed to allow for additional practice): <b>Monday, November 13</b></span><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Biome Project due </span><b style="background-color: white; color: #494949; font-family: Georgia, Times, serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Thursday, November 16</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;">History Test:<b> Friday, November 17</b></span><br />
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<span style="color: #494949; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12.61px;">Spalding Test (Week 5 words): <b>Friday, November 17</b></span></span><br />
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European Country Project due: <b>Thursday, December 14</b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-38100506496323157832017-11-06T15:32:00.000-08:002017-11-10T16:09:09.494-08:00Winter Concert on November 15 -- Please save the date!Our Winter Concert is fast approaching! It will be held at <a href="http://higleycenter.org/">Higley Center for the Performing Arts</a> in Gilbert on Wednesday, November 15th 2017.<br />
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Please note that students are expected to wear concert attire, NOT their uniforms. Gentlemen should wear a plain white collard shirt, black pants, black socks and black closed-toed shoes. Solid dark-colored vests and ties are optional for gentlemen. Ladies should wear a white top, black skirt, black tights and black closed-toed shoes.<br />
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Here are few frequently-asked-questions regarding the concert. You can direct additional questions to our music teacher, Mrs. Stephanie Kaye, at skaye@archwayarete.org.<br />
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<b>What is the date of the concert?</b><br />
Wednesday, November 15, 2017<br />
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<b>Where is the concert?</b><br />
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<b>When will the concert begin?</b><br />
The 3rd-5th grade concert will begin at 6:45 p.m.<br />
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<b>What about the K-2nd grade concert?</b><br />
The Kindergarten-2nd grade concert will begin at 5:30 p.m.; the 3rd-5th concert will follow immediately thereafter.<br />
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<b>What time does my child need to be at Higley?</b><br />
Fourth graders should be brought to Higley at 6:20 p.m. Teachers will chaperone the children until the concert begins.<br />
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<b>What should my child wear to the concert?</b><br />
Please see above.<br />
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<b>Will my child be able to bring food to the concert? Will food be served?</b><br />
No food will be permitted after call time or during the concert. Please plan accordingly.<br />
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<i>We look forward to seeing you there!</i>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-84038883055685376702017-11-06T15:19:00.000-08:002017-11-06T16:26:32.940-08:00Biome Project Instructions (this sheet was sent home last week)<iframe height="480" src="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1yE2K1q5Kb7f3SP3SvL1MNXhmjBsrJVma/preview" width="640"></iframe>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-44997162327859115312017-11-06T15:09:00.003-08:002017-11-06T15:09:50.698-08:00Pie pan has lost its home!Hello families -- can anyone identify this orphaned pie pan, left in Mr. Posner's room after our Read-A-Thon festivities last Wednesday?<br />
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I'd like to return it to its rightful home!<br />
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Please let me know by email, thanks.<br />
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MK<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-30123705899465547972017-11-04T11:50:00.002-07:002017-11-06T16:25:51.820-08:00Next Week<div style="-webkit-text-size-adjust: auto; background-color: white; font-family: Arial; font-size: 13.333333015441895px; line-height: 14.7pt; margin: 0in 0in 0.0001pt;">
<b><u><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">The next two weeks in class:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;"></span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">History:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;"> This week in history, students will close out the Middle Ages unit with the study of Joan of Arc and relevant literature, as well as learning about the Black Death and the role it played in Europe toward the end of the Middle Ages. Students will take a test next week on chapters 17-21, for which they have the study guides. Please note that this test is largely composed of short-answer questions--students should be prepared to explain concepts we discuss in class and on the study guides.</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">Science:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">During the fourth week of the second quarter, students will learn more about Arizona regions, biomes, plants, and animals. They will also continue their study of meteorology. The project is <a href="x-ikonic-event://0" style="color: #006ae3;">due on November 16.</a> </span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">Language Arts:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">This week in Language Arts, students will work on perfecting the descriptive essay. In Literature, students will continue with the adventures of Robin Hood and the band of merry men. In Spalding there will be words and markings.</span></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">Math:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: Cambria, serif;">Students will continue working on fractions. There will be nightly homework.</span></div>
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Math Test on Fractions (Adding and Subtracting Fractions, Improper Numbers, Mixed Numbers): </span><b style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, Times, serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Thursday, November 9</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Spalding Test (on Week 4 words): </span><b style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, Times, serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Thursday, November 9</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;"><b>No School on </b></span><b style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, Times, serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Friday, November 10 (Veteran's Day)</b><br />
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<span style="background-color: white; font-family: "georgia" , "times" , serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Biome Project due </span><b style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia, Times, serif; font-size: 12.61px;">Thursday, November 16</b>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-40792690904414333612017-10-31T16:29:00.004-07:002017-11-03T09:23:31.220-07:00Middle Ages Test QuizletHere is a link to a quizlet for the history test on Friday. (Note: if you would like to change the format of the quizlet, scroll to the bottom right-hand corner and click "Choose a Study Mode.")<br />
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https://quizlet.com/163617501/match/embed</div>
Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-31336073771038621292017-10-30T15:27:00.002-07:002017-11-06T16:25:26.826-08:00Biome Project -- clarifying instructions<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Your child should have brought home a worksheet detailing a science research project on one of Arizona's biomes. (Due date: Thursday, November 16) Please read over the instructions for this project with your child and return the expectation sheet to me by <b>Friday, November 3. </b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Here are some additional instructions that I hope will be helpful for you and your child:<br />
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-The shoe box or cardboard box may be any size.<br />
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-For directions #3-7 on the Project Sheet, please simply follow the instructions. Descriptions and illustrations need not be elaborate, and bullet points are fine. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">- Images of plants, animals, etc. may be hand-drawn, printed from the internet and pasted to the box, or colored.</span><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"> Students
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-For directive #8, simply have your child write what internet sites or books
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-For directive #9, this is the actual model. The majority of the artistic work
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Limit your references. </b>Most information for this project will be found in your child's notes. Your child is not required to research extensively.<br />
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Children should always research online under adult supervision.<br />
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Some good websites include:<br />
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<a href="http://arizonaexperience.org/land/az-habitats" target="_blank">http://arizonaexperience.org/land/az-habitats</a><br />
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<a href="http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/plants-c/bio414/" target="_blank">http://jan.ucc.nau.edu/plants-c/bio414/</a><br />
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Used in class: <a href="http://geoalliance.asu.edu/sites/default/files/LessonFiles/Davis/DESERT/DavisDesertS.pdf" target="_blank">http://geoalliance.asu.edu/sites/default/files/LessonFiles/Davis/DESERT/DavisDesertS.pdf</a><br />
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Students may also reference in-class notes and readings.<br />
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This is a good precursor to the much larger research project the students will
do later in the quarter. Please contact me with any questions. <br />
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https://quizlet.com/166604945/match/embedAnonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-64084140057279642392017-10-27T20:18:00.001-07:002017-10-27T20:18:31.473-07:00Next week<br />
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<b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Happy Friday! Here's a quick outline of what we'll be studying next week:</span></b></div>
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<b><u><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">History:</span></u></b><span style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> Students will explore the shift in power in government in the late Middle Ages and consider the role of the Magna Carta and the rule of King John in this shift. </span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-1170237853468943642017-10-26T18:46:00.001-07:002017-10-26T18:46:32.018-07:00Barnes & Noble Book Fair<div class="MsoNormal" style="line-height: 120%; text-align: center;">
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">On Saturday, October 28th from 1-5 p.m., Barnes and Noble in Dana
Park will be holding a book fair for Archway Arete that will include a
scavenger hunt, arts and activities, and story time with Archway teachers. Your child should have received a voucher that you can use to have part of the cost of any purchased items donated to our school. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Calibri, sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">I will read from one of my favorite books from 3:30 p.m.- 3:45 p.m. If you can make it, it would be great to see you there!</span></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-76705479311197482432017-10-24T17:13:00.000-07:002017-10-25T20:53:20.367-07:00Read-A-Thon is October 31 - Volunteers Needed!Hello parents,<br />
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Welcome back! I hope you've enjoyed the long weekend and the (slightly) cooler weather.<br />
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On Tuesday, October 31, Archway Arete will hosting our fourth annual Read-A-Thon Celebration -- our version of Halloween! School administration and our class moms are planning a full schedule of exciting activities to encourage reading and the growth we see when characters are brought to life.<br />
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Children are invited to dress as their favorite literary character, figure from history, or scientist. Costumes need not relate directly to the curriculum, but they must be classically aligned and appropriate for school. I sent orange forms home last Friday describing our costume requirements: each child must submit a form by this Friday, October 27 in order to be permitted to wear a costume on Tuesday. (Please note that costumes are optional; choosing not to dress up will not negatively impact anyone's grade.) If you did not receive a form or you need another one, please let me know as soon as possible.<br />
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If you would like to participate by sending in items for our banquet, please sign up below -- volunteers are much appreciated!<br />
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<br />Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-39405054050110575622017-10-20T13:40:00.004-07:002017-10-21T10:02:55.379-07:00First Week of Quarter 2 ConcludesWelcome back from fall break, and thank you for a successful Week 1 of Quarter 2. Mrs. Klopack and I are grateful for your time and insight during conferences this past week. These meetings are so helpful in assisting us in serving your children, and we're humbled by all the work we see you have been doing with them at home. To paraphrase one 4A parent: it really does take a village to raise a fourth grader!<br />
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I will be sending a short individual email to each of you this weekend to recap the conference and confirm any resolutions we may have made for your child. If you have any follow-up questions or concerns, as always, please let me know.<br />
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a closer look at important figures in Europe this week, including William the
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<b><u><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">Science:</span></u></b><b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;"> </span></b><span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 11pt;">During week two, students will look at how animals adapt to thrive
in their environment. This will include a study of different biomes and
significant environmental issues. Students will also be assigned their Arizona
Biome Project, which will be due toward the end of week four.</span><o:p></o:p></div>
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Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-2433916272375700842017-10-06T20:46:00.005-07:002017-10-06T20:50:26.259-07:00Quarter 1 Concludes!<div class="MsoNormal">
<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">Hello, parents -- congratulations on finishing first quarter strong! I have so enjoyed getting to know your children and watching them grow over the past nine weeks. </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">I hope that you and your families will find some rest and relaxation over fall break. </span></div>
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<b style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><u>Conferences</u></b><br />
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In case you missed it, here is my personalized link to sign up for 4A Quarter 1 parent/teacher conferences:</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #0000ee; font-family: "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="font-size: 13.3333px;"><u><a href="http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084eacaf2ea4fd0-quarter">http://www.signupgenius.com/go/30e084eacaf2ea4fd0-quarter</a></u></span></span><br />
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<span class="main" style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;">And here is the link if you want to speak with one or more of your child's specials teachers
as well:</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0c4ea8a92aa7fe3-25specials1" style="font-family: Arial, sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;" target="_blank">http://www.signupgenius.com/go/20f0c4ea8a92aa7fe3-25specials1</a><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: 10pt;"><br /></span>Anonymoushttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17354256241166497269noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5114635991532745272.post-51095209519355094642017-10-04T16:18:00.003-07:002017-10-04T16:18:35.991-07:00October 2-6<h2 class="date-header" style="background-color: white; font-family: "Trebuchet MS", Trebuchet, sans-serif; font-size: 14px; font-stretch: normal; font-weight: normal; line-height: normal; margin: 0px; min-height: 0px; position: relative;">
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Language Arts: Students will take a monthly Spalding assessment that helps us track their growth. They were also learn new words and review phonograms as usual. In Literature, we will continue reading <i class="">Ronia. </i><span class="">Students will also being writing their second opinion assignment.</span></div>
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History: This week is Chivalry Week! Students have been assigned roles and are working on a project with their manor "household." The focus this week is on the role of a knight in the Middle Ages. Chapters 6-10 will be tested on Friday. </div>
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Science: Following a quiz on classification, students will proceed to a unit on plants. Topics touched on this week will include the parts of a flower, plant reproduction, and how seeds are dispersed. </div>
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