April 2024

April 1: Asynchronous Day for Students / Board Meeting

April 3: Half Day for Students

April 5: Quarter 3 Report Cards Published

April 10: Eid-al-Fitr, School Closed

April 17: Half Day for Elementary Students

April 22-May 10: PSSA Testing Window

April 24: 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!

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

Jackson W

Mackenzi C

Grade 2

Kyleigh V

Emanuel R

Lynn K

Our Read Across America Week event was a success! Students and teachers had fun participating in the theme days and celebrating the joy of reading while exploring new books.

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)

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 !

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!

Hello, K-5 Families.

April is upon us – it’s your last chance to secure your copy of the Elementary School Yearbook!

Order your copy of the 2023-2024 Yearbook HERE before 4/8 when the price increases! (The Sales Flyer is linked HERE for more details).

See below for a 2 page “Sneak Peak” of the 168 page full color book.

Looking for a stylish way to show your support for a great cause? Look no further! From April 1-30th 2024, grab your very own Agora T-shirt and join Agora’s National Elementary Honor Society in supporting The Humane Society.

These limited edition shirts not only let you flaunt your Agora pride but also contribute to a cause near and dear to our hearts. With every purchase, a portion of the proceeds will go directly to The Humane Society to help our furry friends in need.

Check out the attached flyer for a sneak peak at the sale and reach out to Katie Wright for more information.

Dear Elementary School Families,

As we journey through the academic year, we wanted to take a moment to update you on some important information and upcoming events at our school.

First, staying in communication with your child's teachers is crucial for their academic success. We encourage you to reach out whenever you have questions or concerns regarding your child's progress. Our teachers are here to support both you and your child, and maintaining open lines of communication is key to ensuring their success.

Additionally, we are pleased to announce that report cards will be published on April 5th. This will provide you with valuable insights into your child's academic achievements and areas for growth. Please review these reports carefully and don't hesitate to reach out to the teachers if you have any questions or need further clarification.

With PSSA testing on the horizon, it's essential for our students to be prepared and motivated to do their best. We believe in the capabilities of every student, and we want to empower them to demonstrate their knowledge and skills to the best of their abilities during these assessments. Your support and encouragement at home play a vital role in helping our students feel confident and ready.

In addition to academic assessments, we're excited to announce that our annual STEAM fair is approaching. This event provides our students with the opportunity to showcase their creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills through various projects and exhibits. We invite you to join us in celebrating their accomplishments and exploring the wonders of science, technology, engineering, arts, and mathematics.

As always, we appreciate your continued support and partnership in your child's education journey. Together, we can create a nurturing and empowering learning environment where every student can thrive.

Happy April and springtime, Elementary School!

We hope your new season is off to a fantastic start! Spring is a great time for reemergence into more time active and outdoors. The days get longer and the nights get shorter. Flowers begin to bloom with the warmer temperatures and most people enjoy the overall increase in sunshine which is a great mood booster!

For some Springtime Mindfulness information, please see the article and tips below. Enjoy this beautiful time of year with your family and friends!

Reminder, if your child has completed the Acts of Kindness Challenge for March, send their names to us so we can add to the next newsletter!

Watch the sunset

Take a Walking Meditation

Spring Clean

Meditate Outside

Mindful Eating

Revel in the Springtime Aromas

Springtime Mindfulness article

Sincerely,

• 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.
• SPRING into reading by joining the Spring Reading Challenge! Entries are due April 12.
• Live in the Reading area? Love to learn about the stars? Join fellow Agora students on April 3 at the Reading Museum’s Planetarium. Books about the universe will be given away. Sign up using Eventbrite in Classlink.
• April 7-13 is National Library Week! Teachers will share some fun activities to do when you visit your local library!
  

• April 12 is Drop Everything and Read Day! Find a great book to read with your family!