2nd-8th Grade Fall NWEA Math and AR Reading Assessments 2024-2025
Academic Enrichment Classes- 1-5th Grade
Arete Music Sign Up 2024-2025 School Year
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
Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year
*Enrollment Meetings August 1-6
*New Parent Zoom Orientation- July 31- 9am
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Meeting ID: 481 795 0151
Passcode: GoAreteGo
*New Parent Zoom Orientation- August 7- 12pm
Join Zoom Meeting
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Meeting ID: 481 795 0151
Passcode: GoAreteGo
*PD- August 8 and 9
*Ice Cream Social- Monday, August 12- 5:30pm
*Family Training- August 13- 9am
*Start Blended Middle School- August 13- 9am (All other students work at home).
*Office Hours- August 14-23
*NWEA/AR Testing-
-August 15- 9-12
-August 19- 9-12
-August 22- 9-12
-August 26- 9-12
*Resource Center Starts Monday, August 26 for Hybrid 4-8th
*Resource Center Starts Tuesday, August 27 for Hybrid TK-3rd
Hi there,
If you have received an update from me before, there is a list of Important Dates at the end of the email and here are some quick links for your reference...
2nd-8th Grade Fall NWEA Math and AR Reading Assessments 2024-2025
Academic Enrichment Classes- 1-5th Grade
Arete Music Sign Up 2024-2025 School Year
Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
Arete Charter Academy Blended Middle School (5-8th Grades)24/25
Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
Want to join Arete’s Private Family Group on Facebook- do so here. Arete Charter Academy Family Group
If you have not already done so, please log in to your PowerSchool account here and complete or update enrollment forms A-L. (A few of you have already completed these, but we are missing them from 66 students. I have emailed you individually twice, Sheila has emailed you as well and we will start calling tomorrow, Monday, June 10 to follow up) New families should have received an email from Power School with instructions for creating your accounts. You will then need to log back in and complete all enrollment forms. We need all families to complete forms ASAP as we are assigning Educational Advisors. These forms are required in order for your child’s enrollment to be processed for next year. If you need PowerSchool assistance, please [email protected].
If this is your first update, here is some more specific information.
We are so excited that Arete Charter Academy will be part of your family’s educational journey for the 2024-2025 school year. We are thrilled to be planning for next year and all of the new adventures we will be having including adding a music teacher, new field trips, enrichment instructors, and classes. We are even looking at adding some three hour morning enrichment classes (see below). We are gathering lots of information about what you would like your child's school year to look like this year including the Resource Center, the Parent Action Committee, off campus activities, and special events throughout the year. Thanks for taking the time to share your plans and dreams with us! Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
We are super excited to announce that we are planning to extend our three day a week Blended Middle Schools to 5th graders next year. Click here to learn more. Arete Charter Academy Blended Middle School 24/25
We are so excited that Joshua Horton will be joining us at Arete next year for music instruction. 2nd-8th grade hybrid and blended kiddos will attend music class during their Resource Center days in general music classes or percussion classes.. We have an opportunity to offer a piano lab as well. Please sign up below. Lessons begin August 14. Students must have state required vaccinations for group lessons. Arete Music Sign Up 2024-2025 School Year
By parent request, we are hoping to offer a new academic Enrichment Class next year for 2nd-4th Grades. There are now two different options. State vaccination regulations apply. Work samples will be sent home. Read below for more information and to sign up!
This proposed program would utilize student's enrichment 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. Families would need to commit for one 12 week trimester for a total of $180 out of funds. (Yes, that breaks down to $5 an hour for high quality instruction). 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 and 5th 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.
The second proposed program would be Literacy Launch. Our little astronaut literacy team will 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 start with the letter "A" and blast off to places such as Africa, Australia, and the Amazon and explore "A" creatures and nature topics such as alligators, ants, and algae. Our expeditions will take us through the alphabet. We will do fun and engaging read-alouds, book studies, spelling/phonics, and writing surrounding these explorations. We will also incorporate art projects and hands-on activities as part of our literacy adventures! Our time will be very integrated and thematic. Let’s launch into literacy! This class would be appropriate for 1st-3rd graders who are not yet fluent readers. Families would need to commit for one 12 week trimester from 9am-12pm, for a total of $180 out of enrichment funds. Please complete the form here if you are interested.
If you are no longer planning on having your child attend Arete, please email Sarah at [email protected]. Thank you!
Dates for the 2024-2025 School Year
*Enrollment Meetings August 1-6
*New Parent Zoom Orientation- August 4- 10am
*New Parent Zoom Orientation- August 9- 12pm
*PD- August 8 and 9
*Ice Cream Social- Monday, August 12- 5:30pm
*Family Training- August 13- 9am
*Start Blended Middle School- August 13- 9am (All other students work at home).
*Office Hours- August 14-23
*NWEA/AR Testing-
-August 15- 9-12
-August 19- 9-12
-August 22- 9-12
-August 26- 9-12
*Resource Center Starts Monday, August 26 for Hybrid 4-8th
*Resource Center Starts Tuesday, August 27 for Hybrid TK-3rd
*September 2- Labor Day- No School
*September 26- 5:30 Family Reading Night
*October 8 and 9- School Pictures
*October 14-18- October Break No School
*November 1- Professional Development Day- No School
*November 8- Staff Meeting
*November 11- Veteran’s Day- No School
*November 27- Thanksgiving Break- No School
*December 5- 5:30 Arete Christmas Party
*December 23- January 3- Winter Break- No School
*January 20- MLK Day- No School
*January 14-17- President’s Weekend- No School
*February 6- 5:30 CAASPP Parent Night
*February 21- Staff Meeting
*March 13- 5:30 Family Math Night
*March 28- Professional Development Day- No School
*April 10- 10:30- Talent Show
*April 14-18- Spring Break- No School
*May 19- Annual Staff Hike
*May 30- Staff Meeting
*May 26- Memorial Day- No School
*May 28- TK-3 Field Day
*May 29- 4-8th Field Day
*June 4- 5:30pm 8th Grade Promotion
*June 5- Last Day of School
20 Day Meeting Dates:
September 10th
October 8th
November 14th
December 18
January 29
February 28
March 31
May 6
June 5
We are so EXCITED for the adventure of a new school year and hope you have an amazing summer!
If you received this email, your child is accepted at Arete Charter Academy for the 2024-2025 school year.
If you received this email, you are registered on our website, Edlio, to receive all Arete updates. You can also request to be in our private Facebook page titled Arete Charter Academy Family Group.
Hello all,
It is with a little shock and awe that I compose the final Edlio update for the 2023-2024 school year. I’m in shock that the year is over and in awe at how much growth our students have made. It has been such an privilege to see so many kiddos become readers this year and to see so many become proficient readers. Kiddos are understanding more math concepts and improving their writing skills. We added new family events, fundraisers, field trips and other ways for families to connect. Our chickens went free range this year, bringing joy to all. If you are moving on from Arete this year, we will miss you and wish you the best. If you are staying, we are so happy and honored to have you continue your kiddo’s educational journey with us. It is an honor that we do not take lightly! Until then, enjoy your summer and time with your family!
This week we continue with 20 day meetings and chromebook and curriculum check ins. Please make sure to keep your appointments with teachers and Mary so that we can successfully wrap up the year.
On Wednesday, we welcome all families to Arete at 5pm for a bring your own picnic to celebrate our 8th graders who are promoting. Students at Arete must be passing classes with a 70% (most schools are 60%) so it is a real accomplishment for those who earned the right to walk across that stage. Please bring your own lawn chairs, blankets, spray fans, etc. (the forecast says 98 degrees!!!). The very personalized ceremony starts at 5:30 prompt and we have cake for all after!
Below are all of the signups you may need for this and next year. Stop by my desk this week and say goodbye!
Important End of the Year Sign Ups
Summer Checkout Form with Ms. Mary
2024 Non-Consumable Items & Chromebook turn in with Mrs. Mary
Academic Enrichment Classes- 1-5th Grade
Arete Music Sign Up 2024-2025 School Year
Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
Arete Charter Academy Blended Middle School (5-8th Grades)24/25
Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
Want to join Arete’s Private Family Group on Facebook- do so here. Arete Charter Academy Family Group
Dates for the 2023-2024 School Year
*June 3- Promoting 8th Graders Field Trip to Sunsplash
*June 5- 5:30pm 8th Grade Promotion
Hello all,
Reminders for this week...
*May 27 Memorial Day Holiday
*May 28- Emergency Day not used- school is not in session
On May 29 (4-8th) and May 30 (TK-3) we will be having Fun Field Days. On May 30 at 9am, we will be hosting our first ever 8th Grade Breakfast for ALL STUDENTS who are eligible to promote.
ALL families are invited, BUT PLEASE SIGN UP IF YOU ARE ATTENDING SO WE CAN PLAN FOR NUMBERS. Students are invited to wear summer clothes and sandals and bring a towel. (There is water involved on this fun day)!
*There will be a photo booth set up for the kindergarten students and their families to take pictures Tuesday.
TK-8 Fun Field Day/8th Grade Breakfast
Also by parent request, we are offering a new program for developing readers. There are now two different options. State vaccination regulations apply. Work samples will be sent home.
The second proposed program would be Literacy Launch. Our little astronaut literacy team will 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 start with the letter "A" and blast off to places such as Africa, Australia, and the Amazon and explore "A" creatures and nature topics such as alligators, ants, and algae. Our expeditions will take us through the alphabet. We will do fun and engaging read-alouds, book studies, spelling/phonics, and writing surrounding these explorations. We will also incorporate art projects and hands-on activities as part of our literacy adventures! Our time will be very integrated and thematic. Let’s launch into literacy! This class would be appropriate for 1st-3rd graders who are not yet fluent readers. Families would need to commit for one 12 week trimester from 9am-12pm, for a total of $180 out of enrichment funds.
This proposed program would utilize student's enrichment 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. Families would need to commit for one 12 week trimester for a total of $180 out of funds. (Yes, that breaks down to $5 an hour for high quality instruction). 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 and 5th 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.
Please complete the form here if you are interested.
For all of May, Grass Valley Briar Patch is donating $0.10 for every pound of apples purchased to ARETE!!! Last year we made almost $900. This is the easiest fundraiser ever! We will put 100% of funds towards the Arete garden, which all families are invited to access!
Important End of the Year Sign Ups
Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
We are super excited to announce that we are planning to extend our three day a week Blended Middle Schools to 5th graders next year. Click here to learn more. Arete Charter Academy Blended Middle School 24/25
Summer Checkout Form with Ms. Mary
2024 Non-Consumable Items & Chromebook turn in with Mrs. Mary
Want to join Arete’s Private Family Group on Facebook- do so here. Arete Charter Academy Family Group
Dates for the 2023-2024 School Year
*May-1-31st-Buy apples at Briar Patch during the month of May. We are so excited to share that Arete Charter Academy will be BriarPatch's May Apples for Gardens recipient in Grass Valley. Help our Garden Grow! Buy apples at Briar Patch Food Co-op's Grass Valley location anytime in May and Arete's garden earns 10 cents per bag. Last year we raised almost $1000.
Important Dates
*May 27 Memorial Day Holiday
*May 28- Emergency Day not used- school is not in session
*May 29- 4-8th Field Day
*May 30- TK-3 Field Day and 8th Grade Breakfast
*June 3- Promoting 8th Graders Field Trip to Sunsplash
*June 5- 5:30pm 8th Grade Promotion
Hello all,
By parent request, we are hoping to offer a new academic Enrichment Class next year for 2nd-4th Grades. Read below for more information and to sign up!
This proposed program would utilize student's enrichment 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. Families would need to commit for one 12 week trimester, from 9am-12pm for a total of $180 out of funds. (Yes, that breaks down to $5 an hour for high quality instruction). 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 and 5th 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. Students could also attend only this class if they wanted to. State vaccination regulations apply. Work samples will be sent home. Please complete the form here if you are interested.
Our last days of regular hybrid Arete Resource Center with lessons will be Wednesday, May 22 and Thursday, May 23. The last day of school for the Blended Middle School will be Thursday, May 30 (Students will work at home until June 6). On May 29 (4-8th) and May 30 (TK-3) we will be having Fun Field Days. On May 30 at 9am, we will be hosting our first ever 8th Grade Breakfast for ALL STUDENTS who are eligible to promote. Please sign up your child by May 24 if they can attend and please sign up to set up, clean up, or bring something to donate. This is the last day of on campus classes for the Blended Middle School. 8th Grade students who attend 100% homeschool or other enrichment centers are invited to attend.
ALL families are invited, BUT PLEASE SIGN UP IF YOU ARE ATTENDING SO WE CAN PLAN FOR NUMBERS. Students are invited to wear summer clothes and sandals and bring a towel. (There is water involved on this fun day)!
*There will be a photo booth set up for the kindergarten students and their families to take pictures Tuesday.
This day only works if LOTS of families sign up to run stations. Please sign your kiddo up to attend and then sign yourself up to help out. Please read each station’s directions carefully and make sure to show up and WORK the station. Some also need you to bring materials and for some we will provide the materials. Thanks!
TK-8 Fun Field Day/8th Grade Breakfast
We are so excited that Arete Charter Academy will be part of your family’s educational journey for the 2024-2025 school year. We are thrilled to be planning for next year and all of the new adventures we will be having including adding a music teacher, new field trips, enrichment instructors, and classes. We are even looking at possibly adding some three hour morning enrichment classes. We are gathering lots of information about what you would like your child's school year to look like this year including the Resource Center, the Parent Action Committee, off campus activities, and special events throughout the year. Thanks for taking the time to share your plans and dreams with us! Arete Planning for the 2024-2025 School Year
We are super excited to announce that we are planning to extend our three day a week Blended Middle Schools to 5th graders next year. Click here to learn more. Arete Charter Academy Blended Middle School 24/25
For all of May, Grass Valley Briar Patch is donating $0.10 for every pound of apples purchased to ARETE!!! Last year we made almost $900. This is the easiest fundraiser ever! We will put 100% of funds towards the Arete garden, which all families are invited to access!
This is a separate meeting from your 20 day meeting with your Educational Advisor. Please sign up with Mrs. Mary to turn in all non- consumable items and your Chromebook. If your family is returning next year and are using your Chromebook to finish lessons over the summer, please bring the computer, case, and charger in to have it inspected and re-issued. You will be emailed a list of items that are due to be returned. You will be sent a bill for any items not turned. If you are returning next year and want to keep curriculum/non-consumables to work on during the summer, please complete the Google Form here...
Please pick a slot for each student!
Please call the Arete office at 530-268-2805 or email Mary at [email protected] with questions or if you need to reschedule your appointment. PLEASE do not no show.
2024 Non-Consumable Items & Chromebook turn in with Mrs. Mary
Want to join Arete’s Private Family Group on Facebook- do so here. Arete Charter Academy Family Group
Remember to email Sarah at [email protected] a few days before a kiddos’ birthday if you want to send in treats so I can check for food allergies. Nuts are never allowed, but some individual classes have food allergies that I also monitor closely. Thanks for keeping our students safe. We also strongly encourage healthier treats if possible as some families closely monitor their kiddos’ sugar and food dye intake.
Please remember that we are a NUT FREE school as we have several students with severe nut allergies. Kiddos may enjoy nut free granola bars and spreads on their sandwiches and all the nut free favorites when away from Arete. Thanks!
*Want to see dates for the entire year? Click here
Dates for the 2023-2024 School Year
*May-1-31st-Buy apples at Briar Patch during the month of May. We are so excited to share that Arete Charter Academy will be BriarPatch's May Apples for Gardens recipient in Grass Valley. Help our Garden Grow! Buy apples at Briar Patch Food Co-op's Grass Valley location anytime in May and Arete's garden earns 10 cents per bag. Last year we raised almost $1000.
*May 17 Art 10:30-11:30
*May 17 Friday Fun 11:30-12:30
*May 20 Placer Nature Center 10:30-11:30- 4-8th All Invited to Attend
*May 20 Cookie Science 12:15-1:30
*May 20 Flat Bow Building 12:15-2:15
*May 21 Band/Choir Performance 10:05 Outside Stage (weather permitting)- All are invited to attend!
*May 21 Cookie Science 12:15-1:30
*May 22 8th Grade Field Trip Camp Del Oro 10:00 am
*May 23- Kindergarten Registration
*May 23- 2/3 Garden 11:20-11:50
*May 24 Culinary Adventures w/Ms Doerr 9-10:30
*May 24 Soccer 9:30-10:30
*May 24- 12:30 Office Closes For Staff CPR/First Aid Training
*May 27 Memorial Day Holiday
*May 28- Emergency Day not used- school is not in session
The school year is quickly coming to a close and it is time to gather up all of the Non-Consumable items you have checked out from the school. Please read this letter carefully and follow all instructions.
You should have already received a list of items you or your student(s) have checked out. If the items are lost or you can not return them; out-of-pocket payment will need to be made in exchange for that item, (the cost of each item is listed on the attached lists.) Failure to return or pay for those items will delay the release of funds for the 2024/2025 school year.
Please include all non-consumable Curriculum you have with or without an asset tag on it. If you have already turned in some of the items on the list or checked out items recently, it will show up on the final list sent out after your appointment turn in day or you can email me and we will double check.
Below you will find a link for:
This is a separate meeting from your 20 day meeting with your Educational Advisor. Please sign up using this link to turn in all non-consumable items along with your Chromebook, case and charger if you have checked one out.
Remember that if you are checking out your Chromebook for the summer, you still must bring it to get inspected during your Curriculum Return appointment.
Chromebook check-In list
Example of Google form for Summer Checkout :
