What is happening this week?

📚 ELAR

In English Language Arts, we will begin introducing prepositions, focusing on how these words show location and position within a sentence. We will continue reading Chapters 3–5 of our Peter Pan novel, engaging in comprehension activities, discussion, and writing connected to the story.

➕ Math

We will be reviewing mental math strategies to strengthen fluency and confidence with numbers. This week, we will also be taking our Math Middle-of-Year assessment, which will help guide instruction for the remainder of the semester.

🇺🇸 History

In History, scholars will begin learning about American settlers moving west, discussing reasons for westward expansion and the challenges settlers faced.

🔬 Science

In Science, we will start our unit on force and motion, exploring how objects move and what causes movement through hands-on observations and discussions.

📄 Important Reminders

• Report cards were sent home and must be signed and returned on Monday.

• 2nd Grade Recitation will take place Monday at 7:45 AM. Please ensure scholars arrive on time and prepared.

• Join us for our CiCi’s Pizza Fundraiser Night on January 15th from 4:00–6:00 PM. We hope to see many of our families there supporting our school!

🎓 Classical Education

At Founders Classical Academy, our classical approach continues to expand the minds of our scholars by developing strong thinkers, readers, and communicators. It is a joy to see students growing not only academically but also in responsibility and character. 

🧥 Expectations

• Dress Code: Please help us by ensuring your child follows the school dress code each day. Shirts should be tucked in, shoes tied, and outerwear should follow school uniform guidelines. (Please also make sure students are coming to school with a jacket.)

• Homework & Assignments: Students are responsible for turning in homework and class assignments on time. Please check your child’s folder each evening for important papers and homework sheets.

• Penmanship & Neatness: We are emphasizing careful and neat handwriting. Students should take pride in their work by writing legibly and using proper spacing and capitalization.

Virtue of the Month: Compassion