Founders Classical Academy of Fort Worth
Week of March 15 - March 21
Sententia Hebdomadis (Quote of the Week)
"Carpe Diem!" - Horace
(“Seize the day!")
Salvēte!
UPCOMING EVENTS
SPRING BREAK: March 16th - 20th
Hebdomadis Recapitulatio (Week in Review)
This week, students challenged themselves with several new Latin translations drawn from Wheelock's Latin, applying the vocabulary and verb forms they have been studying in Chapter 8. Through careful analysis, they worked to identify verb conjugations and determine how each word contributes to the meaning of the sentence. These exercises helped reinforce students’ growing ability to read Latin with both accuracy and confidence. As the week progressed, we reviewed the key concepts from the chapter, focusing especially on verb forms and vocabulary recognition. Students asked thoughtful questions and practiced breaking down sentences step by step. We concluded the week by taking our Chapter 8 test, which allowed students to demonstrate what they have learned.
Prospicientia in Proximam Hebdomadam (Looking Ahead to Next Week)
Next week, school will be closed for Spring Break. I hope students enjoy a restful and refreshing week with family and friends. When we return, we will continue building on the strong foundation we have established this semester.
Verbum Hebdomadis (Word of the Week)
timeo, timēre — verb: to fear.
This useful verb appears frequently in Latin literature and reminds us how Latin verbs often provide the roots of many English words, such as timid and intimidate.
Scisne…? (Did You Know...?)
Did you know that Romans sometimes wrote messages on wax tablets that could be folded closed like a small book? The wax surface could be smoothed out and reused, making it a practical writing tool for students, merchants, and government officials. Archaeologists have even discovered preserved tablets containing everyday notes, homework exercises, and business records from ancient Roman cities.
Valēte!
About Mr. Laurence
Mr. Ethan Laurence-Gauglitz earned his Bachelor of Arts in International Studies from the University of North Texas, also studying a semester at Gottfried Wilhelm Leibniz Universität in Hannover, Germany. After graduation, he served as a Peace Corps Volunteer in Kosovo, working as a grant writer for the local municipal government and teaching English in local schools. These experiences deepened his appreciation for cultural exchange, global perspectives, and the power of language to connect people.
Most recently, Mr. Laurence was the Academic Coordinator and Lead English Instructor at Excel Academy in Henderson, Nevada, where he developed curriculum, supported teachers, and helped students reach their full potential. He brings to the classroom a love for languages, literature, and learning, and is excited to share these passions with his students this year.