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December 2023

Elementary School Newsletter

December 2023 Elementary School Newsletter

Important Dates

December 4: Board Meeting

December 6: Half Day for Students

December 8: Last Day for Agora’s Virtual Bookfair

December 13: Half for Elementary Students

December 20: Half Day for Students

December 22: Half Day for Students

December 25- January 1: Winter Break/ No School

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 November Students of the Month! Congratulations to our November 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

Rivaini S

Ryah S

Elizabeth C

Chelsea G


Grade 2

Bianca M-S

Great job to our Full Time Autistic Support students! Great job to our Full Time Autistic Support students!

Check out the beautiful Thankful Writing that these hard-working students did in class this month!


Click HERE to view

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 cute Coffee Filter Turkeys created this month! Check out the cute Coffee Filter Turkeys created this month!

Sawyer Sawyer

Rowan Rowan

Rowan

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 Club

Please click on link HERE to learn more about how your Grade 3-5 student can join the 2022-23 Elementary School Yearbook Club.

Elementary School Yearbook Cover Contest!

Please click on link HERE to learn more about how your Grade 3-5 student can join the 2023-24 Elementary School Yearbook Club.

Yearbook Sales are OPEN… Yearbook Sales are OPEN…

and the sooner you purchase, the better deal you will get! See this FLYER for more details!

Message from our Principals!

Embracing the Spirit of the Season!


As we approach the end of another wonderful year, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible journey we've shared together. The holiday season is upon us, and it's the perfect time to celebrate our achievements, express gratitude, and spread joy throughout our school community.


Academic Achievements:

We are thrilled to share that our students have been making remarkable strides in their academic pursuits. From mastering new concepts to engaging in creative projects, our classrooms are buzzing with enthusiasm and curiosity. We extend our appreciation to our dedicated teaching staff for their unwavering commitment to nurturing a love of learning in our students.


Gratitude for Our Supportive Community:

The holiday season is a time to express gratitude, and we want to take this opportunity to thank our incredible Agora community. Your support, involvement, and collaboration have been instrumental in creating a positive and thriving learning environment for our students. Together, we have built a strong foundation for success, and we look forward to continuing this journey together in the coming year.


Reminders and Updates:

Winter Break: Agora Cyber Charter School will be closed for winter break beginning at noon on Friday, December 22nd through Monday, January 1st. School will resume on Tuesday, January 2nd which will be an all-school asynchronous day. We wish all families a restful and joyous holiday season filled with warmth and happiness.


Winter Benchmarks: The winter benchmark window is scheduled for January 3-January 8, 2024. Please be on the lookout for additional information form your child’s teacher which will notify you of their benchmark time. During the benchmark window, elementary school students will follow an asynchronous schedule. Be on the looking for additional information from your child’s teacher.

As we wrap up the year, let's embrace the spirit of the season and cherish the moments of togetherness with our loved ones. From our Agora Elementary family to yours, we wish you a joyful holiday season and a Happy New Year!


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!

We've been enjoying working with the fantastic Elementary School Students this school year. We look forward to more assemblies, workshops and small group sessions coming up.


Whether you are celebrating holidays in the month of December or not, we hope you enjoy the special time of year with your family and friends. See below for some tips to practice wellness throughout the holidays.


Wellness Tips to Help you enjoy the Holiday Season

  • Practice mindful eating.
  • Prioritize sleep.
  • Stay moving.
  • Do not compare yourself to others.
  • Make healthier New Year's resolutions.
  • Practice extra self-care.



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 Bookfair is November 24 – December 8! 25% of all sales go directly to support literacy events for Agora students. Books make great holiday gifts – shop from the comfort of your own home!
  • 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.
  • Elementary Students…..The Polar Express is coming to a town near you! Check your email to register for an event!
    • 11/29: Lancaster/Lebanon and Erie
    • 12/6: Williamsport/Lewisburg and Philadelphia area (King of Prussia)
    • 12/13: Pittsburgh and Scranton

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