Sunday, March 25, 2018

Dear 4D Parents,

We had a good week back from Spring Break! As a reminder, 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 28AIMS 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 5th 
    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!
    Mr. Bergeron

    Thursday, March 22, 2018


    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 here 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
     
    Sincerely,
    Mr. Bergeron 

    Sunday, March 18, 2018

    Dear 4D Parents,

    I hope you had a fun and restful Spring Break. 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 28AIMS 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 5th 
      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. 

      Tissue supplies are running low in our classroom. If you are able to donate a box, our noses would greatly appreciate it!

      I hope you have a good week,
      Mr. Bergeron

      Sunday, March 4, 2018


      Dear 4D Parents:



      We are entering our final week of Quarter 3! I cannot believe how fast this year is going by!

      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 5th 

      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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      **(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 5th 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






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