Sunday, February 16 Update
Hello families,
So many new and exciting events are coming. Remember that anything posted new each Sunday is in bold text. Happy sunny Sunday!
You have been invited by Sarah Schwartz to sign up for "3-8th Grade CAASPP & 5th & 7th Grade Physical Fitness Testing 2025." This is DIFFERENT than PRSD Spring Math & Reading testing that happens in March. This sign up is for State testing and is ONLY for 3-8th grade students who are NOT part of the Blended Middle School. PLEASE read ALL of the directions CAREFULLY as there are lots of different details for each grade level. Please email [email protected] with questions. Thank you! 3-8th Grade CAASPP & 5th & 7th Grade Physical Fitness Testing 2025 |
Square 1 is an awesome opportunity to have your child’s own art added to a variety of products. You can preview samples of items you can purchase here. https://www.square1art.com/ Kids on campus created beautiful art with geckos on them. Below are some links to some direct draws below. Anyone who wants to can grab a piece of Square 1 paper at Arete, have your child draw on it (a gecko or anything else you want) and either return it to Arete by 02/19/25 @ 11:45 am, or upload to the above website. Then we will be sent a catalog with your child’s artwork uploaded from which you can place your order. The art is inspired by Haitian gecko art. Artists cut the gecko shapes out of oil drums and paint them in bright colors and patterns. Parents can Google search that, and view many images of the geckos. Here's a direct draw for the younger kids: How To Draw A Gecko - Letter G - Preschool Here's a direct draw for the older kids: |
For February's SEL lesson, students will participate in a short lesson on being a good friend, showing kindness, and supporting others through the Why Try concept of "Climbing Out." They will discuss what it means to help others instead of bringing them down and create a collaborative display to inspire kindness in our school community. |
Math Night at Arete: Where Math Meets Movement! On March 13th, from 5:30-6:30, Arete will host an exciting and interactive Math Night, where families can experience the magic of math in a whole new way—through PE-inspired games and activities! This fun-filled evening will combine physical activity with learning, showing students that math isn’t just about numbers and equations—it’s something that can be enjoyed through movement, teamwork, and play. The night will consist of a series of stations, each designed to help students explore different math concepts while staying active. From obstacle courses to relay races, students can join in a variety of games that incorporate math problems into the activities they are participating in. We would love to have you all join Mrs. Tamo for this fun and active night! This is a free night and ALL are invited! |
Third Trimester Academic Enrichment Class- Grades 1st-6th There are now three different options. State vaccination regulations apply. Funds are removed from curriculum first, and then enrichments. Work samples will be sent home. The first two programs utilize student's funds to add a day of on campus instructional time for families who are desiring more higher level academic instruction from credentialed teachers with more advanced projects and more time with other students. We have a nine student minimum. Classes would be broken up into two multi-age groups of 2nd and 3rd grade (Wednesday Class) and 4th/5th/6th grade (Tuesday Class). Students at the lower grade level (2nd and 4th grades) should be reading at grade level to be able to have success at the multiage learning model. Literacy Launch (1st-3rd grades) has a focus that is perfect for emerging readers. 1. Hello Arete Tuesday 4th-6th Enrichment Families! I am excited that your kiddos will be joining in this opportunity during the third trimester! Students are expected to line up on the wall outside room 2 at 9am. Class time will include continuing with our writing practice and creative-writing studies, where students will begin to develop a collaborative "Choose Your Own Adventure" story; daily chicken checks; whole group activities/games in math; and a short unit in PE games and activities (wear comfortable shoes!). Ms. Doerr 2. The second option is Wednesday's 2nd/3rd grade Academic Enrichment. In science we will continue biology by looking at animal life cycles. In Writer’s Workshop, students will focus on persuasive writing, and poetry. Students will also build on their concept of multiplication; reinforcing multiples of 0-6, and 10, and begin 7, 8, and 9. Students will practice cursive writing, and begin typing. New students are welcome! -Mrs. Baker 3. The third program is Literacy Launch on Wednesdays. During the third trimester of the school year, our astronaut literacy team will continue to explore new places each week (incorporating social studies learning) and also investigate different creatures and aspects of nature each week (incorporating science learning). We will finish up our alphabet exploration, doing fun and engaging read-alouds, book studies, spelling/phonics, and writing connected to our learning. We will also incorporate art and hands-on activities as part of our reading and writing adventures and continue to work on improving penmanship. I look forward to rounding out the school year with an amazing Arete literacy team! This class would be appropriate for 1st-3rd graders who are not yet fluent readers. Mrs. McGough Mrs. McGough By completing this form, families are committing for one trimester from 9am-12pm, for a total of $165 out of Curriculum/Enrichment Funds. (Yes, that breaks down to $5 an hour for high quality instruction). Tuesday classes will run from March 4- (No Class April 15.) Wednesday classes will run from March 5- March 21 (no class April 16.) All students should come prepared with a water bottle and a healthy snack that does not contain nuts. |
On February 19 and 25 our school nurse will be conducting Hearing and Vision Screening for Grades TK/K, 2, 5, and 8 or other concerned parents- 8-3:30. If your students are in those grade bands and at the Resource Center or Blended Middle Schools those days, we will pull them in for screening. If you are on campus and want to opt your child out, please complete this form. If you are off campus and want you kiddo screened, pop into the front office. Copy of Mandatory Vision and Hearing Opt Out Form |
We are at 14 orders and need a minimum of 25. We have extended the due date through the end of the next 20 Day Meeting Session. Arete Spirit Gear! Campaign runs January 23- February 28. Paper order forms are in the front office. You can also order here. Arete Sprit Wear Shirts and sweatshirts take about three weeks to arrive. We must sell 25 items to place the order.
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*February 19 - We will be hosting a Sierra Academy of Expeditionary Learning Presentation for 6-8th Grade students and interested parents 9:15-9:45 in Room 14. |
We are a NUT FREE campus. Please save nut snacks for while at home. Also, we have some other class specific allergies, so please email Sarah and the classroom teacher BEFORE bringing in birthday treats. We are also working towards a healthier campus and encourage snacks/treats that align with that. Low and zero waste items are preferred. |
Important Sign Ups: We Are Arete: A Family Heritage Festival Math Night at Arete: Where Math Meets Movement! Go to www.treering.com/validate, enter school passcode 101636661669265 Arete Sprit Wear by Feb 28 CAASPP Parent and Student Night 3-8th Grades 2nd-8th Grade Spring NWEA Math and AR Reading Assessments 2024-2025 Second Trimester Academic Enrichment Class- 1st-6th Grades for 2024-2025 Third Trimester Academic Enrichment Class- Grades 1st-6th Trimester Three Arete Piano Sign Ups Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year Arete Charter Academy Blended Middle School (5-8th Grades)24/25 Want to join Arete’s Private Family Group on Facebook- do so here. Arete Charter Academy Family Group A week’s worth of dates will be posted at the bottom and a list of Important Dates (along with other important sign ups) is on arete.prsd.us. |
Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year
*February 3-28 Read-A-Thon
*February 1-28- Spirit Wear Campaign- Arete Sprit Wear
*February 14-17- Presidents Weekend- No School
*February 18 Garden
*February 18 Cookie Science 12:15-1:30- Rescheduled from 2/4
*February 19 Garden
*February 19 - SAEL Presentation for 6-8th Grade students and interested parents 9:15-9:45 in Room 15.
*February 19- Hearing and Vision Screening for Grades TK/K, 2, 5, and 8 or other concerned parents- 8-3:30
*February 19- Art 12:15-1:15 Painting Ocean
*February 20- Art 12:15-1:15 Painting Ocean
*February 20- Make and Take Home Dinners 12:15-1:30pm
*February 20- Snack Cooking Class 1:30-2:15pm
*February 21 - Foothills Bowl 10am-12pm All Ages
*February 21- Art Class with Friends 1:30-2:30pm
*February 21- Fun Friday 2:30-3:30pm
*February 21- Staff Meeting
*February 21 Fee Due for Field Trip Middle Mountain Hikes
*February 21 - Foraging and Cooking @ 1814 Alexandria Way GV 11-1