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February 2024

Elementary School Newsletter

February 2024Elementary School Newsletter

Important Dates

February 1: 100th Day of School!

February 5: Board Meeting

February 7: Asynchronous Half-day for students; 6-8 PM Parent-teacher conferences

February 8-9: Asynchronous Days for students; Parent-teacher conferences

February 9: Virtual Library Escape Room- See information below in Agora Loves Lit Section

February 14: Half-day for Elementary students and School Counselor Assembly: Self-esteem/ Loving yourself

February 19: Presidents' Day/ No school

February 21: Half-day for students

February 28: Half-day for Elementary students

For the 2023-24 school year, Agora’s Elementary School is continuing Student of the Month awards. Our Students of the Month will exemplify the Four Bees, have strong attendance, strong engagement, and a strong work ethic. These students will consistently try hard and never give up.


Teachers will be recognizing students in their homerooms for this award.


Students of the month will be awarded a special certificate, a phone call home, a special lunchtime invitation celebrating their achievement, and SPOTLIGHTED here in the Agora Pulse!

Congratulations to our January Students of the Month! Congratulations to our January Students of the Month!

Congratulations to our most recent CAPIT graduates!

CAPIT is part of our school’s Tier-1 phonics curriculum that ensures all students receive the phonics instruction and practice they need on a daily basis. Students in Grades K-2 should be working independently in Capit for at least 15 minutes daily. By the end of kindergarten, students should finish Levels 1 and 2. By the end of first grade, students should finish Level 3 and “graduate” from the program. There are some students in grade 2 who continue to benefit from Capit phonics to support their learning targets; it is expected that these students also finish Level 3 by the end of their second grade school year.


Graduating from Capit Phonics is an accomplishment to be celebrated. We would like to take time to congratulate the following students whom have graduated from Capit Phonics by completing Levels 1, 2, and 3 in the program. We will continue to recognize new graduates each month for the remainder of the school year.

Grade 1

Royal S

Arriya H

Daniella M

London H


Grade 2

Syair S

Chance G

Julius T

Charlotte K

Syair S

Chance G

Kindergarten- 2nd Grade Arts & Crafts Club


We invite you to join us every 2nd Tuesday of the month from 3:15 p.m.- 4:00 p.m. in the OLS.


Your student will engage in creating themed monthly crafts including drawing, painting,

sculpting, crafting, gallery walks and more!


Please click HERE to sign up for the Kindergarten- 2nd Grade Arts & Crafts Club!


The club is run by our Elementary School National Honor Society Students.


If you have questions, please reach out to Katie Wright (kwright@agora.org)


Check out the January Art project from K-2! Check out the January Art project from K-2!

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Amethyst

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Sawyer

3rd-5th Grade Arts & Crafts Club 3rd-5th Grade Arts & Crafts Club

You’re invited to create with us! Bring your imagination and your ideas.


We look forward to creating with you!


Grades 3-5 Arts & Craft club will meet on the second Thursday of each month from

3:15pm-3:45pm in the OLS!


To sign up, please click HERE !

Grades 3-5 Gaming Club

Gamers club is where we meet to discuss a variety of games . We cover many different game genres. Last year we had Board Games, Roblox, Minecraft, Chess, Checkers, and more!

I wonder what we are going to explore this year...


The club will meet on the 4th Tuesday of each month at 3:15 PM.


Click HERE to sign up!

Agora's Elementary School Yearbook!

Hello K-5 Families!


Thank you for submitting all the wonderful cover contest entries! We received a record 96 entries. The entries are compiled and will be voted on for winner to be announced in next month’s newsletter, so keep an eye out!

Also don’t forget to purchase your copy of the yearbook HERE.

For more info you can view the sales flyer HERE.


-K-5 Yearbook Committee

Yearbook Sales are OPEN… Yearbook Sales are OPEN…

Message from our Principals!

Dear Parents and Guardians,


We hope this message finds you well as we step into the month of February. It's hard to believe how quickly the school year is progressing, and we are thrilled to share some exciting updates and important information with you.


February is a month that celebrates love, kindness, and the joy of learning. Our classrooms are buzzing with excitement as students engage in special activities that foster a love for learning, cultivate a sense of community, and emphasize the importance of treating one another with respect.


**Upcoming Events:**

  • Parent-Teacher Conferences: Scheduled for February 7-9. This is an excellent opportunity to discuss your child’s progress and set goals for the upcoming months. Your insights and support are invaluable in shaping your child’s successful academic journey.
    • February 7th: Asynchronous half day for students. Morning and evening conferences.
    • February 8th-9th: Asynchronous day for students. Morning and afternoon conferences.
    • In order to be marked present for any asynchronous day, students must attend all live classes on their class connect plan, complete all assigned asynchronous work, and log into the Online School by 11:59pm.
  • Black History Month: February marks Black History Month, a time to celebrate the rich history and contributions of African Americans. Throughout the month, our students will engage in various educational activities and projects to honor and learn about the achievements of remarkable individuals who have shaped our nation's history. We encourage families to join us in fostering a deeper understanding and appreciation for diversity.


**Reminders:**

  • Attendance Matters: Regular school attendance is crucial for academic success. Please ensure your child is present and punctual for each class, each school day.
  • Community Involvement: We invite parents to explore opportunities for involvement in our school community. Your contributions, whether big or small, make a significant impact.


Thank you for your ongoing support and collaboration. We look forward to another month of growth, learning, and memorable experiences at Agora.


Warm regards,

Mrs. Hornbake, Ms. Hawk, and Mr. Montgomery

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Mrs. Jansen Hornbake

Elementary School Principal

jhornbake@agora.org

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Ms. Kristie Hawk

K-2 Assistant Principal

khawk@agora.org

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Mr. Jim Montgomery

3-5 Assistant Principal

jmontgomery@agora.org

Hello from the Elementary School Counselors! Hello from the Elementary School Counselors!

February is International Boost Self-Esteem Month


The first step to healthy self-esteem is practicing self-love and February 13th has been named International Day of Self-Love. Self-love is a choice that requires conscious intention and the willingness to take personal responsibility for your own well-being.


Try the tips above and share with your loved ones! <3


Sincerely,
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Mrs. Suzanne Klein

Kindergarten and Grade 1 Counselor

sklein@agora.org

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Mrs. Eileen Nelson

Grades 2 and 3 Counselor

enelson@agora.org

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Mrs. Stephanie Shivetts

Grades 4 and 5 Counselor

sshivetts@agora.org

#AgoraLovesLit #AgoraLovesLit

  • Agora’s Virtual Book Store is always open! Agora always receives at least 15% of sales, which funds regional literacy events around the state. Grow your home library while supporting literacy across Agora!
  • Agora’s mobile library is on the go again this year! Reach out to your family coach for more details on where and when you can borrow books.
  • Join the fun in a virtual library escape room!
    • Please RSVP below and the link will be on your class connect. Space is limited.

Grades K-2 - February 9

  • 9 am - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/780854806747?aff=oddtdtcreator
  • 11 am - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/780929780997?aff=oddtdtcreator

Grades 3-5 - February 9

  • 10 am - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/780932087897?aff=oddtdtcreator
  • 12 pm - https://www.eventbrite.com/e/780936129987?aff=oddtdtcreator

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