Week of 2/9-2/13

Dear Fourth Grade Families,

Happy Super Bowl Sunday! Today is Super Bowl LX, featuring the Seattle Seahawks vs. the New England Patriots at Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara, California this afternoon.It’s so fun that in our class 9 students picked the Patriots (and I voted too), while 8 chose the Seahawks — so let’s go Patriots!!!
 I pray this email finds you well. Here's a look at what's coming up for the week of 02/09-02/13. Please make sure to read all important information to avoid questions that are clearly stated on all emails/ reminders. I would greatly appreciate it! If you missed my last  email, you can check out my school blog; http://www.stanthonygardena.org/fourth-grade/

Mrs. Ekindi Absence Notice:
I will be absent on Monday, February 9, and Mrs. Patel will be covering the class. I will return on Tuesday. Clear instructions and lesson plans will be left for Mrs. Patel to ensure a smooth and productive day for the students.

Wednesday 2/11- Valentine's Day
We will observe Valentine's Day on Wednesday because Friday is a school Mass Day. 

Students are able to wear pink and red tops and uniform bottoms on Wednesday.
If they want to wear jeans or free dress bottoms, they can give $1, and it will go towards our Student Government for Student Activities.
We will have our All School Mass on Friday, 2/13, and students will wear their Formal Mass Uniforms.

Friday 2/13- Valentines’ Gift Exchange
Please note that on Friday, students are expected to wear their formal mass uniform. However, in the afternoon on Friday we will proceed to an exchange of gifts for people that would like to bring something. We have 18 students, therefore if you wish to send gifts, please parents have your child bringing enough for 18 people. Thank you. 

Deadline 
Feb 12: Wax Museum 
Feb. 16: 2nd Trimester Mass Reflection (7 reflections required) (distributed on Nov. 17th)
Feb 24: 100 %AR goal (85% accuracy)
Feb 24: 75 % ST Math

Wax Museum 

What is a Wax Museum? ( I am attaching pictures to this email, to give you an idea.)
A wax museum is an interactive learning experience in which students research an important historical figure and “exhibit” themselves as that person. Students dress as their figure and present key facts, achievements, and contributions, bringing history to life in a meaningful and engaging way.

This project will be a special way for us to celebrate Women’s History Month and African American History, with a primary focus on African American scientists as well as leaders from the women’s civil rights movement. Students have been assigned a person on Friday.

We are planning to host our Wax Museum on February 12th from 8:00 a.m. to 9:45 a.m.. Parents and guardians will be invited to attend, and we also hope to welcome other classes to visit our museum.

How can parents help?

Help your child find or create an outfit that represents their historical figure (costumes do not need to be expensive—simple and creative is perfect!).

Encourage your child to practice their presentation at home.

More details about assigned figures, expectations, and project deadlines will be shared soon.

Spelling Bee 
Spellers, get ready!

Our Classroom Spelling Bee is coming up on February 13! The spelling word list has already been given to students and is included again to help with practice.

Keep studying, practice your words, and do your best—we can’t wait to see our amazing spellers shine!


Focus of the Week:

Math: Understand Addition and Subtraction of Fractions with Like Denominators. Test 02/19
Reading : Flora and Ulysses
Writing : Fiction Narrative Essay 
Grammar: Part of Speech 
Religion: Lesson 16
Social Study: Wax Museum
Science: Renewable Energy  

Tests

Thursday
Flora and Ulysses ch 20-29
Angelus 
Friday
Vocabulary
Spelling
Religion
 * Please note that test dates may change.
Lenten Pauly’s Project (attached flyer )
This Lenten Season, the 5th Grade Class, in partnership with Pauly’s Project, will be leading a Donation Drive and Community Service Opportunity to serve homeless individuals in Downtown Los Angeles. We invite the SAP community to help us raise at least 100 hygiene kits for those in need.
Donation Drive: February 11th- March 5th Donation Goal: 100 Hygiene Kits

Class Donations:
Kindergarten: Travel-size toothpaste & toothbrush
1st Grade: Hand sanitizing wipes
2nd Grade: Body soap
3rd Grade: Stick deodorant
4th Grade: Travel-size shampoo
5th Grade: Adult socks
6th Grade: Floss & travel-size mouthwash
7th Grade: Small notebook & pen
8th Grade: Razors & comb
Optional Donations: Toilet tissue, hot packs, nail clippers, gallon-size Ziploc bags.

More Info:
Pauly’s Project Website
Pauly’s Project Instagram
Donations do not need to be branded and can be purchased at dollar stores. Any contributions are greatly appreciated!
Thank you for your support, and may God bless you all!


  
Looking Ahead!
Classroom Spelling Bee: Our classroom Spelling Bee will take place on February 13th. Students are encouraged to review spelling words over the break at a comfortable pace.
Wax Museum : African American and Women Rights Project

Amazon Wishlist
As we gear up for an exciting school year filled with learning and growth, I wanted to share a wonderful opportunity to further enhance our classroom experience. I created an Amazon Wishlist with carefully selected items that will greatly benefit our students’ education journey. You may check out the link below.  Add your favorite items!
https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/3OUPUHM2XB902?ref_=wl_share


Upcoming Events
You can find the school calendar here. https://stanthonygardena.org/school-calendar

February 10 – Parish hosts ADLA Regional Finance Meeting

February 11- March 5: Pauly's Project Collection
February 13 – 5th Grade Field Trip Griffith Observatory

February 16 – Presidents’ Day Holiday NO SCHOOL

February 16-20 –Re-Registration Week for returning students (all online) 

February 16-March 17, 2026 – Hundred X Fundraiser (up to $20,000: fundraising goal)

February 17 – Ocean Institute 3rd-grade Field Trip

February 18– ASH WEDNESDAY (Mass uniforms), beginning of Lent, SAP Choir sings

February 18-20 – 7th Grade Catalina Island overnight Field trip

February 28 – Yearbook Pre-Sale ends $40 (3/1 new price is $50) 

March 2 – Open Enrollment to the public begins for next year (re-register early or you will be automatically waitlisted)

March 10 – 1st Grade Field trip to Cabrillo Aquarium

March 12 – Santiago Retreat Center 6th grade field trip

Thank you for your continued support and partnership. Please feel free to reach out if you have any questions or concerns. 

Blessings,

Florence Ekindi 
4th grade Homeroom Teacher 
B.S in Chemistry/Master in Education 
St Anthony of Padua School
Tel. 310-329-7170 
 Fax 310-329-9843
1003 W 163rd St. Gardena, CA 90247
www.stanthonygardena.org