Dear Families, September 26, 2025
We are finally done with our MAP testing for this fall…with the exception of a few make-up tests for a couple of kids. I am super proud of how hard they worked!
Most students finished their book reports by today! Good work, especially for their first formal presentation! I was impressed! Look below for a few kids’ presentations!
St. Francis of Assisi Day is celebrated October 1. Please bring in your pet at 8am to be blessed by Fr. Stephan!
Please put October 9th at 8:15 on your calendar because our students are responsible for the first of three Masses. We have some speakers and a few non-speaking parts as well. We look forward to seeing you there!
Blessings,
Paula A. Martin-Zender
Academics
Religion – Fourth Grade Theologians learned about the Bible this week. Many memorized the first five books of the Bible: the Pentateuch. We discussed the two main parts of the Bible: the old and new testaments and the most important books of the Bible: the Gospels. We discussed the Liturgy of the Word and how each reading comes from various parts of the Bible, including the Psalms (silent P)! On Thursday, we went to adoration too.
Language – We took the Reading and Language MAP tests today. We also learned about the Eastern dragons vs. the Western dragons. No spelling this week due to the MAP testing.
Math – Fourth grade mathematicians are reviewing subtraction with multi-digit numbers.
Science – These scientists finished planning, developed a budget and began building our collaborative 3D mythical creature.
Social Studies – Fourth grade historians learned about different kinds of maps and graphs. They also learned about cultures and what makes cultures special. They evaluated themselves and their own culture.
Specialists
Art –Collaborative Octopus Project – Our 4th graders are working on watercolor landscapes with turtles, focusing on proportion and texture. They are learning how different sizes and shell patterns bring their artwork to life.
Spanish – They learned at what times of the day we use: Buenos días, Buenas tardes o Buenas noches.
Music – This week in music, we are writing, speaking, and playing the new rhythm learned last week, experiencing two-part singing and folk dance with Old Joe Clark, and singing and moving together with the warm-up Good Morning.
Physical Education – We talked about the 5 components of Fitness and what each test is going to tell us about our bodies. We took the pacer test, curl-up test and began the flexibility test.
Library – This week we read Buffalo Fluffalo. This book delves into conversations of compassion and self-acceptance….also it prompted us to find out what the difference is between a buffalo and a bison. Students also had the chance to practice their typing skills. To look at the story or other library activities and even the link to practice typing from home, check out library page.
Wednesday, October 1 – 8:00 – Bring in your pet for a blessing! – regular uniform
Friday, October 3 – All-school Mass – dress uniform
October 4-5 – Spirit Weekend – Go to Mass in Whatcom county for a Free Dress coupon from the priest!
Thursday, October 9 – Fourth graders are responsible for the Mass at 8:15.
Friday, October 10 – No school – Christ in the Classroom Retreat for all staff.