·         Winter break starts on Thursday, December 22^nd through Sunday, January 8^th.  School will resume on Monday, January 9^th.

·         Quarter 2 Evaluations will be sent to parents by Friday, January 6^th at noon. 

To 4^th and 5^th grade families:

We are holding a grade-level team competition called “Royalty for a Day” to see who can bring in the most tax credits to support Archway Arete’s extracurricular clubs and sports.  If 4^th and 5^th grades bring in the most tax credits, I will be crowned “King of Clubs” for a day when we return from our holiday break.  As the King, I plan on holding a dodge ball tournament for all my royal subjects!  I will also hand out a special treat at the end of the tournament.  I appreciate all your help in asking friends, neighbors, and family to help support Archway Arete and help us win this competition! 

Most Gratefully, Mr. Naaktgeboren, King of Clubs

The remainder of the quarter:

History: Students will study Ancient China. They will look at the emperor Shihuangdi and some of his accomplishments, as well as the role of technology and trade in the growth of China. Students will take a close look at Chinese culture and economy, as well as the role of Chinggis Khan in the Mongol Invasions. Students will finish up the unit on Ancient China with a look at Khubilai Khan and Marco Polo, the Forbidden City, and the last dynasty. They will begin reviewing for the unit test on Monday.

Science: This week, students will finish up the meteorology unit. Students will look at the role of meteorologist and the difference between weather and climate. Students will take the meteorology test next week. After the meteorology test next week, student will spend the rest of the quarter reviewing prior units.

Language Arts: In Literature, students will discuss whether or not they feel 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 are more words and more markings.

Math: Students will continue working on fractions. There will be nightly homework. The quarter ends with fractions and 4 digit multiplication.