Dear 4A Parents,

It's already April! I hope you had a good holiday break. This week will be full with the AZ Merit writing portion and the Spring Choral Concert.

Important Dates:

• Tuesday, April 3rd - AZ Merit Writing
• Thursday, April 5th - Spring Concert
• Saturday, April 14 - Feed My Starving Children Service Event   

Concert Information:

Thursday, April 5^th at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts located at 4132 E. Pecos Road Gilbert, AZ 85295.

The K-2 concert will be 5:30-6:30 p.m. with students arriving at 5:00 p.m.

The 3-5 concert will be 7-8 p.m. with students arriving at 6:30 p.m.

The attire for concerts is as follows:

Boys: Black pants, white dress shirt, black dress shoes, and black socks. Hair should be combed neatly.

Girls: Black skirt (black tights optional), or black dress pants, white top, and black dress shoes. Hair should be styled neatly.

Working with your children is a delight and privilege. We look forward to enjoying this beautiful event with you.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at

rboswell@archwaylincoln.org or srockmaker@archwaylincoln.org

Thank You,

Rachel Boswell and Sharon Rockmaker

K-2 Music Teacher and 3-5 Music Teacher

Archway Classical Academy │Lincoln

https://archwaylincolnmusick2.blogspot.com

https://archwaylincolnmusic.wordpress.com

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Academics This Week:

We will continue reading Carry On, Mr. Bowditch. There will be a vocabulary quiz on Chapters 1-6 on Wednesday.

In math we will learn how to recognize and draw perpendicular and parallel lines.

This week in science, we will learn about the properties of magnets and do some demonstrations to show the magnetic field. At the end of the week, we will begin to see how magnetism and electricity are related.

This week in history we will learn about the years before the American Revolution and the events that would eventually spark the war. We will look at the French and Indian War, Proclamation of 1763, and the British taxes imposed on the colonies. 

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Many students are still experiencing colds and have used a lot of the tissues. If you can send in a box of tissues, it would be appreciated. 

Thank you and I'll see you on Thursday night!

Mrs. Gore

Dear 4A Parents,
We had a good week back from Spring Break. The fourth quarter tends to fly by. I hope we continue to enjoy the learning process, as we have many interesting things left to learn this year. In April, we have all the AZ Merit tests. Please look at the previous post for the dates for those. 

Important Dates:

• Re-Enrollment Period 3/1-3/29
• March 28, AIMS Science - 4th Grade only
• March 30 - No School - Spring Holiday

**Save The Date**

Archway Lincoln’s Spring Concert

Higley Center for the Performing Arts

Thursday, April 5^th 

K-2   5:30-6:30 pm

3-5   7-8 pm 

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Academics this week:

In Literature, we will continue reading Carry On, Mr. Bowditch. Please have your student continue to study vocabulary words at home, as we will have a quiz next week.

This week in math, we will focus on measuring and drawing angles. Please make sure your child has a protractor, as they will need it every day this week! If you are not able to find one, you can print one out from this link: protractor.

On Monday and Tuesday, we will review some concepts from science this year. We will take the AIMS test in science on Wednesday, and on Thursday, we will begin our unit on magnetism and electricity.

This week in history we will begin our study of the American Revolution. We will focus on the founding of the colonies, daily life for colonists and the feuds between the British and the French for control of North America. 

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Enjoy the week!

Mrs. Gore

Dear Parents and Guardians,

Your child will be taking the AIMS Science Test and AZ Merit Reading, Writing, and Mathematics Tests in the coming weeks. Testing will begin promptly at 8:15am and students will have until the end of the day to complete the scheduled exam. Upon completion of testing each day, students should engage in a quiet activity like reading a book or solving word puzzles, so please send your child to school with something to do when s/he finishes. Instruction in the classroom will continue as normal upon completion of testing each day, and neither homework nor tests will be scheduled on AIMS, nor AzMERIT testing days. Just as we always encourage healthy habits, during testing week we especially stress the importance of a good night’s rest and eating a well-balanced breakfast. We also ask that students come to school with a water bottle and healthy snack to eat between tests. 

Your children may naturally be curious about the test. If prompted, simply give them a few words of encouragement to try their best and to enjoy the challenge. To learn more about this test, please click http://azmeritportal.org/ to be brought to the AzMERIT website. You can find the testing time table below. If you have any further questions, please do not hesitate to reach out to Mrs. Marzulo or Mrs. Stecker. 

Fourth Grade Testing Schedule 

AIMS Science 3/28/18 AZ 

Merit Writing: 4/3/18 AZ 

Merit Reading & Math Day 1: 4/20/18 

AZ Merit Reading & Math Day 2: 4/25/18

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ALSO

There was a mistake on the school’s calendar on the website.  It said we have a Parent Positive Speaker with Toyin doing Growth Mindset.  This was cancelled about a month ago. I apologize for any inconvenience this may have caused.

Thank you,

Mrs. Gore

Dear 4A Parents,

I hope you had a fun and restful Spring Break. My son and his wife came for a visit and I was able spend a lot of time with family. I'm looking forward to all of the things we will learn in the fourth quarter.

Important Dates:

• Re-Enrollment Period 3/1-3/29
• March 22 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Parent Positive - Growth Mindset with Mrs. Atolagbe
• March 28, AIMS Science - 4th Grade only
• March 30 - No School - Spring Holiday

**Save The Date**

Archway Lincoln’s Spring Concert

Higley Center for the Performing Arts

Thursday, April 5^th 

K-2   5:30-6:30 pm

3-5   7-8 pm 

Academics for the week:

On Monday, we start Carry On, Mr. Bowditch in Literature. This week the students will write a diary section and an opinion paragraph. We will also discuss superstitions.

This week in Math, we are starting a new unit on Geometry. We will learn about different types of lines and angles and learn how to measure angles. Please have your child bring in a protractor; we will begin using them on Friday.

We will review many of the areas we have studied so far this year in science. We will also introduce forms of energy and conservation.

This week in history we are continuing our study of Arizona. We will focus on the transition of Arizona from territory to state. We will also examine the 5c's and other factors that led to the settlement of the Arizona territory. 

I hope you have a good week,
Mrs. Gore

Dear 4A Parents:

This week is going to fly by. I have a feeling everyone is ready for Spring Break. I hope it will be a fun and restful time for us all!

Important Dates:

• Re-Enrollment Period 3/1-3/29
• Thursday, March 8 - Athletic Field Day - I will send an email with information about this event so you and your child will know how to prepare.
• March 12-16 - Spring Break
• March 16 - Report cards will be posted at 3:00 pm
• March 22 - 6:30 pm - 8:00 pm, Parent Positive - Growth Mindset with Mrs. Atolagbe
• March 28, AIMS Science - 4th Grade only
• March 30 - No School - Spring Holiday

**Save The Date**

Archway Lincoln’s Spring Concert

Higley Center for the Performing Arts

Thursday, April 5^th 

K-2   5:30-6:30 pm

3-5   7-8 pm 

MORE INFORMATION ABOUT THE CONCERT BELOW!!
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This Week in Academics:

We will finish up Wizard of Oz on Tuesday and take the final assessment on Friday. We will also review theme, cause and effect, and inferencing.

This week in math, we will wrap up our study of the four operations of decimals. We’ll discuss special cases in decimal division, practice word problems with a mix of the four operations, and conclude with a unit test on Thursday (test day) and Friday (corrections day).

In science this week, we will learn about common cardiovascular and respiratory diseases.

This week in history we will continue our study of Arizona history. We will focus on the Spanish influence in Arizona starting with the conquistadors searching for the fabled Seven Cities. We will discuss the major Indian people the Spanish encountered and how their relationships developed. We will end the week by learning about the Mexican War for Independence and the Mexican-American War and how they shaped our state. 

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Thank you for bringing in tissues! Hopefully, it will get us through until the end of the week 😊 We appreciate it!

I hope you have a good week,

Mrs. Gore

**(below is a message from our music teachers)

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Greetings Archway Lincoln Parents

and Guardians,

 

Believe it or not, the third annual mandatory Archway Lincoln Spring Concert is fast approaching. It will be held on

Thursday, April 5^th at the Higley Center for the Performing Arts located at 4132 E. Pecos Road Gilbert, AZ 85295.

 

The K-2 concert will be 5:30-6:30 p.m. with students arriving at 5:00 p.m.

 

The 3-5 concert will be 7-8 p.m. with students arriving at 6:30 p.m.

 

The attire for concerts is as follows:

 

Boys: Black pants, white dress shirt, black dress shoes, and black socks. Hair should be combed neatly.

Girls: Black skirt (black tights optional), or black dress pants, white top, and black dress shoes. Hair should be styled neatly.

Working with your children is a delight and privilege. We look forward to enjoying this beautiful event with you.

If you have any questions, please reach out to us at

rboswell@archwaylincoln.org or srockmaker@archwaylincoln.org

Thank You,

Rachel Boswell and Sharon Rockmaker

K-2 Music Teacher and 3-5 Music Teacher

Archway Classical Academy │Lincoln

https://archwaylincolnmusick2.blogspot.com

https://archwaylincolnmusic.wordpress.com

Dear 4A parents,

Spring Break begins in 2 two weeks! The students are working hard and learning a lot. Let's continue to encourage them to finish the quarter strong.

Important Dates:

• Re-Enrollment Period 3/1-3/29
• Saturday, March 3 @ 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm - Mother Son Game Date 
• Thursday, March 8 - Athletic Field Day - Please see the last post (dated Wednesday, February 21, 2018) for information about field day
• March 12-16 - Spring Break

**Save The Date**

Archway Lincoln’s Spring Concert

Higley Center for the Performing Arts

Thursday, April 5^th 

K-2   5:30-6:30 pm

3-5   7-8 pm 
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Academics for this week:

This week in ELA, we will have a quick check on chapters 8-15 and continue with character analysis in Wizard of Oz. We will introduce inferencing and practice identifying it. In grammar, we will learn about direct objects and review prepositions.

This week in math, we will learn how to multiply and divide decimals. We will conclude our study of decimals next week (week of March 5th) with a unit test.

This week in science we will start our unit on electricity. We will learn about insulators, conductors, and static electricity. We will learn about the parts of a circuit and how the electrical current moves. On Friday,.there will be a quiz on section 1.

In history this week we will learn about the ancient civilizations of Arizona. We will begin by focusing on the Paleo-Indians around 10,000 BC and their hunter-gatherer lifestyle. We will then focus on other ancient groups and discuss how their lifestyles changed when they began farming crops in Arizona. Students will learn about the major groups in the area including the Hohokam, Anasazi and will build a small Hohokam dwelling. We will finish the week by learning about the Inca, Maya and Aztec empires. 
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With all the colds and allergies going around, we have run out of tissues, again. If you child could bring in a box, our noses would appreciate it :) 

I hope you have a pleasant week!
Mrs. Gore

Dear 4A Parents,

Here's some more information about field day:

Archway Athletic Olympic Field Day will be held on Thursday March 8.

   

K-2nd  8:25 am-11:10 am  

3^rd-5th   12:00 noon-2:45 pm

Students must pack a lunch for school that day as hot lunch will NOT be offered. Students will also be permitted to wear athletic clothing to school that day. Just as Archway provides guidelines for dress code in the classroom, it is important to project the image in our athletic attire also. Please refer to the Family Handbook for guidelines.

Each class has a team color and name (4A's color is white and name is Thebes), so students are encouraged to wear their class colors to represent their section. 

As always we are looking for volunteers to help organize and facilitate the athletic events. PSO is handling this with a sign-up list (see the PSO link in right-hand margin). Volunteers must remain at the station they sign up for during the entire time, and must be fingerprinted.

Please email Coach H with any questions or concerns:  bhorewitch@archwaylincoln.org

Thank you