Week of 9/1-9/5

Good Morning Fourth Grade Families 

Happy Labor Day ✊ ! I hope this email finds you well.Here's a look at what's coming up for the week of, 9/1-9/5. 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 email last week, you can check out my school blog; http://www.stanthonygardena.org/fourth-grade/

Deadline 
Mass Reflection (5) by October 27

Missing Materials
I have sent private emails and spoken to some students. Please help your student having the right material as we will be using all of our notebooks this week. 

Focus of the Week

• Math: Place Value of Whole Numbers (Test 9/8)
• Reading: The Tiger Rising 
• Grammar: Subject & Predicate
• Religion: Finding God in Prayer/God's Creation. Prayer: Our Father
• Social Studies: California Introduction (Where do we live?)

Tests*

Friday

• Our Father ( Fill in the blanks)
• Finding God Session 1

* Subject to change 

Everyday MUST haves
Every day, students MUST bring the following to school. This is part of their daily school materials.

1. Homework folder
2. Student Planner
3. Fully charged iPad & headset

Complete Formal Mass uniform 
Every Friday, all students must wear their COMPLETE Formal Mass uniform (boys must have a belt, tie & vest, girls must have a bow and a cardigan with logo, no other jackets or windbreakers allowed)
(please check the handbook for details).

Classroom Work Expectations
Students are expected to complete their classwork on time. To support them, we have daily WIN time (What I Need time) built into our schedule to help students finish assignments.

• Classwork is to be completed in class.
• ST Math and AR tests must always be done in class.
• Assignments on other platforms such as Freckle, Boddle, or others are expected to be worked on during class within that week.

Thank you for supporting your child in understanding and following these classroom expectations.Homework
Every day, your child will write all their homework list in their student planner. This must be signed and returned every day. Use the planner to keep track of your child’s daily assignments.

Gradelink & Assignment Expectations
We use Gradelinkto post and track student grades. Please make sure you have the app installed and check it regularly to stay updated on your child’s progress.

• Whenever you see “IC” (Incomplete) in Gradelink, I also include a comment. Please take a moment to read these comments, as they provide guidance on how to help your child.
• In class, I always remind students of the expectations when turning in work (name, date, and assignment number) and encourage them to turn in their assignments on time.

Make-up test policy (from 4th  grade syllabus)
Please email me if your child will be staying after school to make up missed tests. Failure to communicate with me in advance will result in your child receiving an IC  on their missed tests. All make-up tests will be conducted on Make-Up Mondays (or Tuesdays if there is no school on Monday), and these sessions are by appointment only. 
If your child is sick, I recommend providing a doctor's note to excuse the absence. Parents are responsible for ensuring their child is prepared to take the missed tests.

Communicating with Mrs. Ekindi ([email protected])
To best support your child, please feel free to email me anytime if needed. I value open communication and am happy to partner with you to ensure your child’s success.

• If you ever find that your child is struggling to meet homework deadlines or facing any personal concerns that may affect their academic performance, please don't hesitate to reach out to me. I understand that life can be unpredictable, and I am here to support your child's educational journey. Together, we can find solutions to address any challenges they may face.
• Please know that car line is not the best time for conversations, as my full attention is on making sure all children are safe and dismissed properly.
• When communicating, I kindly ask that we always follow the Christian Code of Conduct and approach one another with understanding, respect, and the assumption of best intentions.

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

• Sept. 2 – Fall Fundraiser Kick Off at 8:30am in Hall today No mass for 4th Grade
• Sept 3 – Yogurtland 8th grade fundraiser 
• Sept 9-10 – Chocolates picked up in Hall 9/9 and 9/10 (for Early Bird drawing) 
• Sept 10 – Back to School Night, K-8, 6:30 pm-8pm in the Hall. Come early to sign in for credit and pick up your chocolates in the Hall. This is the first of three mandatory parent meetings throughout the year. Non-participation will result in a $50 fine every time, per the tuition contract you each signed.
• Sept 16 – FALL School Picture Day 8:30-10:30!  (Wear your complete Formal Mass Uniforms with white blouses and Oxford shirts, cardigans, vests, and ties for Yearbook photos) 
• Sept 21 – Catechetical Sunday, all families welcome! 11am Mass
• Sept 25 – Dave and Buster’s 8th grade Spirit Night. All are welcome.

If you find yourself having more questions, don't hesitate to email me after carefully reading my syllabus as I tried to answer all the concerns that may come out at the moment.


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