Week of January 31 - February 5

  

Report Cards
  • All students will be bringing home their 2nd quarter report cards today.  If you are new to our school, we ask that you sign and return the envelope. 
  • 3rd Grade - Please note that there will be a "Multiplication Facts Check In" report in your child's report card envelope.
  • Grades 2-4 - All students will have a form inside their report card envelope indicating your child's progress as it pertains to learning required prayers.
Social Studies
  • Grades 2 & 3 will have a test on Wednesday, February 3. Study guides and flashcards will be sent home daily.
School Supplies
Thank you for supplying hand soap in the past!  In order to continue to follow health protocols, we are in need of the following in grades 2-4:
  • Paper Towels
  • Disinfecting Wipes
  • Paper Plates (We eat in the classrooms and sometimes need these.)

Music Class
A Message From Mrs. Hubbard & Mr. Wallace About Music Class:

Mr. Wallace is settling into his new Music and Language Exploration class schedules this week.  He has enjoyed meeting all of the children!

He said the number one question was, "Do we get to play recorders?" ðŸ˜€

Next week, he will schedule lessons for all of the middle school students who want to play a band instrument.

Mrs. Hubbard is doubtful that she will be able to fit piano lessons into Mr. Wallace's school day.

If you would like to consider before  / after school piano lessons, please email Mrs. Hubbard at jhubbard@stclareagw.org.

It's BOOK FAIR Time!!
1. A Message from the Book Fair Committee - Shopping for Books
Our Book Fair is going online this year—with a Virtual Fair! It's an interactive, engaging, and fun shopping experience for the whole family!  Please watch this short video to learn more about the new features and benefits of our school's Virtual Book Fair.

All purchases will benefit our school directly (25% back in rewards!)  


2. E-wallet Links - For Making Donations Toward Your Child's Classroom Library:

2nd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link 

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

3. Classroom Reading Challenge
All students will participate in a classroom reading challenge beginning Monday, February 1 and ending on Thursday, February 11.  A form will be sent home on Monday and should be filled out each school night until the completion of the challenge.  Have a small class? No worries! According to the Book Fair Committee, "the class with the highest minutes per student average" will be the winner. 

Catholic Schools Week is Upon Us!

Sunday, January 31
  1.     Family Scavenger Hunt - (See information sent home from the office)
  2.     Virtual Book Fair Begins (See above)
Monday, February 1
  1.     Hat Day
  2.     Penny War starts today. (Bring change of ANY kind!)
  3.     Students will play a trivia game in the classroom
  4.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee
Tuesday, February 2
  1.     Beach Day
  2.     Bingo Day (See information sent home from the office) 
  3.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee
Wednesday, February 3
  1.     Dress up for virtual Mass with Bishop Ricken
  2.     Zoom Session with Church Leaders
  3.     Surprise Lunch for Students (shhh!)
  4.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee
Thursday, February 4
  1.     Grades 2-4 will go to Mass
  2.     Wear sports team apparel (Perhaps consider wearing a nice shirt over the top for Mass...or change into a sports shirt after Mass.)
  3.     Fill out "Reading Incentive Challenge" log from the Book Fair Committee 
Friday, February 5
  1.     No busing today (See information sent home from the office)
  2.     Wear St. Clare apparel (or green or blue)
  3.     Field Trip Day (Grades 2-4 will see Dolittle at the movie theatre in Darboy)
  4.     Be sure your child knows which drink he/she is signed up for.

 

February 9 - 18 - Feasting For Funds
We are selling $20 gift cards for Van Abel's.  Yum!!

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)
This is also the last day for the Virtual Book Fair.

Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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January 18-22

 

2nd Semester Updates for grades 2-4
  • January 25 marks the start of the 3rd quarter.
  • We will be going to MASS on Thursdays at 8:05. The public is welcome, but are asked sit in the back quarter of the church.
  • Students will have MUSIC CLASS with Mr. Wallace in the church basement once a week.
  • Students will have ART CLASS with Mrs. Diny in the art room twice a week.
  • Students will have P.E. with Mr. Van Grinsven in the church basement (or outside when the temperature warms up) twice a week.
Math
  • 2nd Grade - The 2nd graders recently learned how to add 2-digit numbers with regrouping.  They used manipulatives to visualize this concept and they are in the process of transitioning to pencil and paper.
  • 3rd Grade - Starting next week, the 3rd grade will add the x6 facts to their repertoire of multiplication facts. (They will also continue the unit on telling time.) Most days, the 3rd graders use their flashcards to review two sets of facts or we play one of our multiplication games before we start new material which means that they are getting quite good at knowing their multiplication facts! Thank you so much if you've sent in a set of 169 multiplication flashcards.  It is so helpful to have the facts divided into sets for quick and easy accessibility for your child's use. For your reference, please note that there will be a "Multiplication Facts Check In" report in your child's report card envelope.
  • 4th Grade - The 4th graders learned how to multiply a 2-digit number by a 2-digit number.  They already learned the different methods of multiplication and are now settling into utilizing the standard method as they advance further into the chapter. 
Religion
With it being the end of the 2nd quarter, all students were again assessed on their grade level prayers. The assessment sheet will be included in your child's report card envelope.  They are doing a FANTASTIC job!  A big shout out to the 2nd graders for learning their Act of Contrition in preparation for their First Reconciliation which will take place in about 3 weeks.

Social Studies
  • Grades 2 & 3 will have a test on Wednesday, February 3. Study guides and flashcards will be sent home daily.
  • Grade 4 will be starting their Wisconsin unit.  This is a comprehensive unit that they will be studying for an extended period of time. 

 

Friday, January 29 - Report Cards will be sent home

CATHOLIC SCHOOLS WEEK
Sunday, January 31 - Friday, February 5
Planning is underway...Here are the dress up days:
    Mon., Feb. 1 - Hat Day
    Tues., Feb. 2 - Beach Day
    Wed., Feb. 3 - Dress up for Mass Day
    Thurs., Feb. 4 - Favorite Sports Team Day
    Fri., Feb. 5 - St. Clare Apparel Day

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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Week of January 11-15

We are so pleased to welcome the addition of another student to our 3rd grade classroom! Welcome, Josephine & family!

 
Math
Due to Covid related concerns, it is important that each student has his/her own complete set of flashcards. Thank you for your help and understanding!
  • 2nd Grade: Students should bring their math flashcards back to school.
  • 3rd Grade: If your child has not yet brought a complete set of multiplication & division flashcards to school, please do so as soon as possible. Only send flashcards that are complete sets.  As indicated on the supply list that was shared in the summer, a complete set of multiplication flashcards has 169 cards and a division set has 156.
  • 4th Grade: If students happen to have multiplication & division flashcards from last year, please have them bring them back to school. However, only send flashcards that are complete sets.  See 3rd grade note above. 
Science
Students are working hard to determine what the five unknown substances are from the current Einstein kit. They're using some of their senses to make observations and they're enjoying the unit!


Saturday, January 9 - 20 Feasting For Funds
This month's Feasting For Funds is a doubly delicious! You can stop by CRUSH NUTRITION on Saturday, January 9 from 8am-11am and 40% of the proceeds will go to St. Clare School. PLUS, you can purchase gift cards in the amounts of $10 or $25 through January 20.

Friday January 15 - Math books will be sent home
Please review your child's math book and sign the yellow slip.  Please help to ensure that your child returns his/her math book for class on Monday. 

Friday, January 15 - Book Orders Due
Please place any Scholastic book orders online by midnight. Class codes can be found on this webpage.

Friday, January 22 - Half Day of School
Please let us know if your child's after school transportation will be different than normal.

Sunday, January 31 - Friday, February 5 - Catholic Schools Week
Planning is underway...watch for details!

Saturday, February 13 - 2nd Grade Families
First Reconciliation Retreat (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter for details)

Blessings,
Mrs. DeGroot, Mrs. Bartosch & Mrs. Van Helvoirt
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