March 1-5

 

Mid-Quarter Reports

Mid-Quarter reports will be coming home on Monday, March 1.  Please sign and return the bottom portion of the report.  For a detailed list of assignments and accompanying grades, please refer to PowerSchool.  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

Math

• Grade 2 - The 2nd graders are working on a short unit on geometry and fractions.
• Grade 3 - The 3rd graders will learn the 8 times table this week and begin a unit on money.
• Grade 4 - The 4th graders will continue their unit on time and measurement.

Social Studies

• Grades 2 & 3 - Chapter 5 test will be on Friday, March 5.

Science

All students will be starting a new engineering kit entitled, "A Slick Solution."

Religion

LOTS of sacrificial acts have been offered by our 2nd, 3rd & 4th graders!  The students started out with a tiny heart on the first day and have been watching our love for Jesus and each other grow daily. 💗

Prayer Table with Lenten Beads
Each bead represents a sacrificial act.

 

Tuesday, March 2

St. Clare School Celebrates Dr. Seuss

Grades 2-4 wear "Wacky Wednesday" clothes. See flyer in family folder.

Thursday, March 4

No School Mass (Fr. Brian is on retreat)

Friday, March 5

Students attend Stations of the Cross

Sunday, March 7

Meat Raffle - The school will be sharing information regarding this event soon.

Friday, March 12 - Monday, March 15

No School

Sunday, March 14

Last day to order a St. Clare Catholic School yearbook for this year.  Please see Ms. Lea's email.

Tuesday, March 16

Celebrate Pi Day

Please see instruction sheet from Mrs. Kola in family folder.

Friday, March 19

Students attend Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 19

First Eucharist Retreat #1 for 2nd Grade Families

Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Saturday, March 20 & Sunday, March 21

Bread Sharing Weekend for 2nd Grade Families

Please see Mrs. Anne Stemper's information

Friday, March 26

4th Grade leads student body in Stations of the Cross

Friday, March 26 - End of 3rd Quarter

Blessings,

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

February 15-19

Love One Another as I have Loved You
John 12:15

Thank You!

Thank you for sending cleaning supplies to help keep our environment as sanitary and healthy as possible!

Water Bottles

Just a few notes about water bottles...

• Just a reminder that all students should be bringing a personal water bottle to school daily. (Due to Covid, students are not allowed to use the drinking fountains except to fill their water bottles.)
• If possible, please fill water bottles at home at the start of the day in order to avoid congestion at the filling stations especially during this health crisis.
• If your child is currently using a smaller size water bottle, please consider sending a full size one to school.  
• It is preferred that students bring a water bottle that they do not need to unscrew the top off of. This helps prevent spills.

Thanks for your help and understanding!

2nd Grade - First Reconciliation

The 2nd graders will be attending their First Reconciliation retreat this weekend and they will be receiving the sacrament either on Saturday, February 13 or Thursday, February 18.  All communications regrading these dates have come from the parish office.  Please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Anne Stemper with any questions you might have. 

Social Studies

• Grade 4 has a test coming up on Wednesday, February 17.

Math

• Grade 2 just finished their chapter on regrouping in addition and will move on to a chapter on geometry and fractions. 
• Grade 3 added the 11 and 9 times tables to their learned facts over the last few weeks.  Cute story...Mrs. Kola didn't know that the kids were learning these facts and thought she'd stump a group of students before school one day so she asked them what 9x12 was and, to her surprise, they shouted out, "108."  She was amazed!  They're doing so well!  Next week they will add the 7 times table and they are finishing up the unit on telling time as well.
• Grade 4 started a unit on time and measurement. They will also begin their division unit soon.

Book Fair Ends Saturday, February 13

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.

Come to Our 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 

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164379

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164177

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164157

 

Tuesday, February 16 or Thursday, February 18 - Optional In-Person Parent-Teacher Conferences

Teachers will email any parents they wish to the following link:  https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4FAAAA28A57-parentteacher2

February 17 - Ash Wednesday

Students will attend a prayer service in the morning.

February 18 - Last Day to Support Feasting For Funds

We are selling $20 gift cards for Van Abel's.  Yum!!

February 19 - No School

Enjoy the long weekend!

Blessings,

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

February 8-12

Catholic Schools Week 2021 was a huge hit!  Despite the many challenges of this particular school year, all of this year's Catholic Schools Week events (from the family scavenger hunt to beach Bingo and beyond!) were truly enjoyed by the students just as much as any other year!  Thank you for all that you do to support Catholic schools!

Spelling

Our spelling website, spellingcity.com, has made changes to their website.  Unfortunately, word lists and games are no longer available. Mrs. DeGroot is looking into other possibilities at this time. 

School Supplies

We are still in need of the following in grades 2-4:

• Paper Towels
• Disinfecting Wipes

It's STILL 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.

Come to Our 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 

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164379

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164177

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164157

3. Classroom Reading Challenge is Still Happening!

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. 

 

February 12 - Valentine's Day Party

Students in grades 2-4 will celebrate Valentine's Day on Friday, February 12.  All students are invited to bring valentine's for their classmates.  For your convenience, the class lists have been updated on this website.

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.

Saturday, February 13 or Thursday, February 18 - 2nd Grade Families
Sacrament of First Reconciliation (See Mrs. Ann Stemper's letter and recent email for details)

Tuesday, February 16 or Thursday, February 18 - Parent-Teacher Conferences

Teachers will email any parents that they wish to meet with.  If a parent wishes to meet with a teacher, simply sign up using the following link: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/9040D4FAAAA28A57-parentteacher2

Blessings,

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

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?" 

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.

Come to Our 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 

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164379

3rd Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164177

4th Grade Classroom Library Wish List Donation Link

https://shop.scholastic.com/ewallet/fund?lang=en_US&walletId=2164157

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

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

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

Week of December 21

Recently, one of our students offered the following during morning prayer intentions. "...that everyone will remember what the true meaning of Christmas is." Our students are certainly keeping Christ in Christmas. Our hearts are full! We wish all of our families a very Merry Christmas!!!

 

  

Mid-Quarter Reports

All students will be bringing home a handout of his/her current grades.  Please sign and return the bottom portion of the report.  For a detailed list of assignments and accompanying grades, please refer to PowerSchool. The grading scale is posted on this blog for your reference.  If you have any questions, please feel free to reach out.

The Virtual Christmas Concert Will Soon Be Posted!

Our students are recording their Christmas concert songs today (Friday).  All classroom performances will be combined into a virtual concert.  Keep an eye out for it!

Grades 2-4 Christmas Gift Exchange!

If you haven't had a chance to send in a wrapped gift, please do so on Monday since the exchange will be on Tuesday. Please have the gift tags say "To: A Boy; From: A Boy" or "To: A Girl; From: A Girl."  Gifts should be approximately $10 in value.

 Join us for Christmas themed spirit days!!

Monday, December 21 - Wear Christmas Sweaters (Cute, Silly, Ugly, etc.)

Tuesday, December 22 - Wear PJ's

Christmas Break - Important Dates

December 22 - Last day of class in December

December 23-January 3 - No School / Christmas Break

          January 4 - Classes Resume 

Blessings,

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

Week of December 14-18

Hello Parents,

As we embark on this 3rd week of Advent, let us embrace the JOY of the season! Among so many other blessings, we are certainly JOYFUL when any of our students who are learning virtually are able to come back to school with us! 

 

  

Math - All Grades

All students will be taking their math books home with them this weekend.  Please be sure to look them over and sign and return the yellow slip.  The next time they will be sent home will be in mid-January and approximately once/month thereafter.

Religion - Grades 3 & 4

The students were incredibly reverent while they were in church for the sacrament of confession on Thursday. They were well prepared and SO EAGER for this beautiful encounter with the Lord!

Music - Virtual Christmas Concert - All Grades

As you may have noticed, your child/children have been practicing Christmas songs. This year St. Clare School will be having a virtual Christmas concert. Each of the classes in our 2-4 cohort, along with other classes in the school, will be singing songs to be recorded and shared with families. Our 2-4 cohort will also be doing a group song. Please encourage your student(s) to keep practicing as we will be recording on Friday, December 18.

Grades 2-4 Christmas Gift Exchange!

All students in grades 2-4 will be participating in a gift exchange on Tuesday, December 22.  Girls should bring a wrapped gift for a girl and boys should bring a wrapped gift for a boy.  Girl gifts will be put together as will boy gifts and teachers will facilitate a game in which each student will get a gift. Gifts should be approximately $10 in value.  Please send wrapped gifts to school by Friday, December 18.

Mid-Quarters

Please watch your child's take-home folders for Mid-Quarter Reports which will be sent home on Friday, December 18.  Please sign and return the bottom of the form.

 Wednesday, December 16

Last day to purchase The River Coffee & Cream Gift Cards for December's Feasting for Funds / 20% of the sales will be donated back to St. Clare School! #supportlocalbusiness

 Join us for Christmas themed spirit days!!

• Thursday, December 17 - "Odd" classes wear green. "Even" classes wear red.

            2nd-red
            3rd-green
            4th-red 

• Friday, December 18 - Virtual Christmas Concert - Wear Concert Attire 

• Monday, December 21 - Wear Christmas Sweaters (Cute, Silly, Ugly, etc.) 

• Tuesday, December 22 - Wear PJ's

Christmas Break - Important Dates

December 22 - Last day of class in December

December 23-January 3 - No School / Christmas Break

          January 4 - Classes Resume 

Blessings,

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

Learning Plans for Week of Dec. 7-11

Dear Parents,

Below are a few important updates regarding next week:

PICKING UP MATERIALS

If you have been informed that your child will not be in school next week, we ask that you stop by the school to pick up your child's materials.  Ideal times include:

• Sunday between 12:00-1:00 PM
• Monday between 7:30-8:00 AM

If these times do not work for your family, we completely understand.  Simply make arrangements with Lea or Julie at the office to coordinate another time.

VIRTUAL CLASS SCHEDULE

Below is a schedule for students participating in virtual instruction.  Zoom links will be sent via email.  If these times are not convenient for your family, the Zoom classes will be recorded, uploaded on our YouTube channels, and links will be posted on the virtual assignment sheets (see below).  

	Block 1	Block 2	Block 3
Grade 2	9:00 Mrs. Bartosch	10:45 Mrs. Van Helvoirt	1:00 Mrs. DeGroot
Grade 3	8:20 Mrs. Van Helvoirt	10:45 Mrs. DeGroot	1:00 Mrs. Bartosch
Grade 4	8:20 Mrs. DeGroot	10:45 Mrs. Bartosch	1:00 Mrs. Van Helvoirt

VIRTUAL ASSIGNMENT SHEETS

Mrs. DeGroot will be sharing virtual assignment sheets with all 2nd grade students. If students are absent in 3rd or 4th, the homeroom teacher will share the document with them as well.  Since these are Google based spreadsheets they will automatically update whenever a teacher makes additions/changes.  Several of our cohort families have been utilizing these this school year and so far it has been going well. (Sample screenshot below)

CHROMEBOOKS

All 4th grade students have Chromebooks to take home if they ever need to learn  virtually.  We currently have 7 other Chromebooks available. If you need one for your 2nd or 3rd grade child (if he/she is staying home this week), please contact Lea or Julie and one will be ready for you to pick up when you pick up your child's materials.