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Welcome! As we continue learning, many activities are taking place throughout the month of May.
I am the vine; you are the branches. If a man remains in me and I in him, he will bear much fruit; apart from me you can do nothing. John 15:5
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class May 2012
Newsletter Change
Please note that this newsletter is for the remainder of the month of May. As we prepare the children to take on more personal responsibility, they will be expected to note core subject tests and assignments in their assign-ment books.
Group Picture
Classroom group pictures will be taken on Thurs, May 10.
ITBS
Results of your child’s performance
on the Iowa Test of Basic Skills can be picked up in my classroom before or after school May 14-18. Test information will be available at the office after that date.
Agriculture Heritage Day
Third and fourth grade students will walk to Frankenmuth High School on the morning of May 18 for a presenta-
tion on agriculture. Please note the permission slip coming home today.
Gym Uniforms
Information is coming home regarding gym uniforms for next year. Please sign and return the form by Monday, May 21. Samples of sizes will be outside our classroom. Fees will be collected at the beginning of next school year.
Reading Evaluation
We will continue with the compre- hension and fluency articles. The assignment will be sent home each week and due on Thursdays.
“Stay the Course”
As we approach the end of the school year with its many activities, students often “relax” in their studies, as well as in their behavior. Please encourage your child to “stay the course” through five more weeks of the school year.
Spelling:
May 7-11 Unit 34
May 14-18 Unit 35
May 21-25 Unit 36
May 29-June 1 Review
Core subject tests and memory assignments will be written in assignment books for the remainder of the month.
For Your Calendar:
May 16-18 – Book Fair (Students
are allowed to make purchases
during the school day.)
Thurs., May 17 – Ascension Day
Service – 9:30 (Walk to church)
Friday, May 18–Ag Heritage Day
8:30 (Walk to High School)
Spring Music Concert -1:30/7:00
Friday, May 25– Field Day
(Bring sack lunch.)
Monday, May 28 –No Classes
Tues., May 29-All library books due
Mon., June 4 – Cross Park Field Trip
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Welcome! We look forward to celebrating Grandparents' Day this Friday. See this week's newsletter.
For where two or three are gathered together in My name, there am I in the midst of them. Matthew 18:20
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class April 30-May 4, 2012
Read-A-Way
Students have been doing a great job filling their “tickets for the Read-A-Way Airlines program and have been excited about reading quality books in the process. Thank you for encouraging your child to read at home. Two hours of independent reading each week is helping your child to build a broader vocabulary, to broaden his/her interests, and to become a better reader. Statistics tell us that the average student in our country spends 44 hours each week in front of TV, video games, and/or computers.
Seeds of Caring
As part of a “Seeds for Caring” project, our class will be going to the Lutheran Home on Monday, May 7, to play board games with the residents. Children are encouraged to bring a game from home that they enjoy playing and that could be played with 2-4 people.
Hammer
Fourth graders will be working on a special project next week and will need a small hammer. Please have your child label it and remind him/her to keep it in their bookbag.
Reading Evaluation
Please hear your child read “The History of a Toy” for Thursday’s evaluation.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #46
(Rom. 8:38-39)
Social Studies Test, ch. 5
Wed.—Math Test, ch. 5
Thurs.—Memory: #47 (Rom. 10:9)
Fri.—Memory: #48 (Review)
Spelling TEST, unit 33
SPELLING:
kindness treatment stillness
apartment fitness pavement
weakness shipment brightness
agreement placement illness
enjoyment darkness movement
softness boldness payment
thickness sadness
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS: among almost answer
again already
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See this week's newsletter:
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class April 23-27, 2012
Read-Away-Airlines
Fourth graders are once again participating in Mrs. Gallatin’s spring reading challenge, “Read-Away Airlines.” Each week for six weeks students will receive a “ticket.” Each time your child reads for 15 minutes, please initial a box on the ticket. We hope that
each student will fill each ticket---that would be a total of two hours of reading per week.
Reading Evaluation
For this week’s evaluation, students should read the article, “Bananas.” This is due Thursday.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #43
(1 Thess. 5:16-18)
Thurs.—Mem: #44 (Ps. 118:1)
Science Test, F-1
Fri.—Memory: #45 (Isaiah 41:10)
Oral Book Report
Spelling Test, unit 32
Spelling Words:
farmer’s poets’ group’s
calf’s watchers’ fish’s
poem’s calves’ brother’s
herd’s couples’ mother’s
wives’ child’s fathers’
daughter’s sisters’ children’s
wife’s sons’
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
where wear were
because please
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Welcome! More reading events are taking place in the classroom. See this week 's newsletter.
"If any of you lacks wisdom, let him ask of God, who gives to all men generously and without reproach, and it will be given to him." James 1:5
Welcome! Students are enjoying their "read" of a Newbery Medal/Honor winning book. See this week's newsletter.
The Lord longs to be gracious to you . . .He waits on high to have compassion on you.
Isaiah 30:18
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class April 16-20, 2012
Grandparent’s Day
Once again children may invite their grandparents to visit our school and classrooms. This will take place on Friday, May 4, from 9:30-11:30 a.m. It begins with a chapel service in the gym.
AR Points
Students are working on their 14 points for the quarter. They should each have 7 points by May 11. At this time, they are also reading a Newbery Medal or Newbery Honor book.
Reading Evaluation
Please listen to your child read the article “Arctic Disaster” and answer the questions. This is due on Thursday.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #41
(2 Peter 3:18)
Thurs.-Memory: #42 (Review)
States/Cap Test (NE)
Fri.—Memory: Sacrament of
Baptism—What is Baptism?
Spelling Test, unit 31
SPELLING:
election invitation shadow
motion shoulder dictionary
fiction abolish division
multiplication patient publish shelter constellation magician constitution imitation
capitalization confusion exclamation
Easter words: reconciled
resurrection righteous
[Read more...]
Welcome! We look forward to returning to school refreshed, relaxed, renewed, and ready to learn. See this week's newsletter.
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies." John 11:25
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class April 10-13, 2012
VBS
“Adventures on Promise Island -
Where Kids Discover God’s Lifesaving Love!” is the theme for this year’s Vacation Bible School that will be held in the church-grove on June 18-22. It will be an exciting week. Information and registration forms are coming home soon.
Congratulations, Readers!
Three cheers for our classroom! Among the grades 1-8 classrooms, we took second place (behind Mr. Butler’s 8th grade class) in the AR challenge of the number of words read in the last six weeks.
Mrs. Gallatin kept track of the words within the books that were read, and our total was 4,598,636 words. Vocabularies have been enriched!
April Book Report
Students will give a brief oral report on a book that has won the Newbery Award or Newbery Honor Book Award. The report will be presented on or before Friday, April 27.
Reading Evaluation
To accompany our study of poetry (April is National Poetry Month), please listen to your child read the
classic poem, “Casey at the Bat,” for Thursday’s reading evaluation.
THIS WEEK:
Mon.—No Classes
Thurs.—Memory: Sacrament of
the Altar (up to “in remembrance
of Me.”)
Fri.—Memory: Sacrament of
Altar – complete “Where is
this written.”
Spelling Test, unit 30 (Review)
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Welcome! As we approach Holy Week, we continue a study of the passion of Christ. Be sure to ask your child about it. See this week's newsletter.
Lord Jesus, we give thanks to Thee, that Thou has died to set us free; Made righteous through Thy precious blood, we now are reconciled to God.
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’ Class March 26-30, 2012
Report Cards
Report cards will be sent home on Friday, March 30. Please sign one copy and return it after spring break. Our final quarter of the school year will go quickly!
Symphony
Fourth grade will attend a concert at the Temple Theater on Wednesday. Students are asked to dress appropriately for this special event (i.e. a little better than regular play clothes). Last week a member of the symphony gave a wonderful presentation to each fourth grade classroom. Be sure to ask your child about it.
GRASP
Information can be found in the last memo regarding a summer academic program called GRASP (Grand Rapids Academic Summer Program). This is an excellent program designed to help students keep math and/or reading skills sharp throughout the summer months. Much of the work can be done independently by the student with some parental guidance. If you are interested in enrolling your child, please return the form, with fees, by Friday, April 13.
AR Points
For the fourth quarter, students will need 14 AR points. (They are on their way!)
Reading Evaluation
Please hear your child read and answer the questions for the article, “More Miracles for Helen Keller” for Thursday’s evaluation.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #39 (Rev. 21:4)
Thurs.—Memory: # 40 (Jn. 11:25)
Math Test, ch. 8
Fri.—“Lord Jesus We Give
Thanks to Thee” (see below)
Spelling Test, Unit 29
April 2-9: Spring Break
Tues., April 10—Return to classes
Spelling
January February March
April May June
July August September
October November December
Sunday Monday Tuesday
Wednesday Thursday Friday
Saturday calendar
“Lord Jesus, we give thanks to
Thee
That Thou hast died to set us free;
Made righteous through Thy
precious blood,
We now are reconciled to God.”
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Welcome! With spring comes student achievement tests. See this week's newsletter.
For we are God's workmanship, created in Christ Jesus to do good works, which God prepared in advance for us to do. Ephesians 2:10
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class March 19-23, 2012
Achievement Testing
As we do each year in March, we will be giving the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (achievement tests) throughout the week. We will begin right away on Monday. Children should be well rested, eat a good breakfast, and bring two #2 pencils. Students may bring a healthy snack each day (one-serving, no utensils, please). Results of the tests will be shared with you at the end of the school year.
Memorial
Please note the letter that came home this week regarding a gift to the classroom in memory of former classmate, Emily Long. A set of thesaurases for each 4th grade classroom will be purchased with the money. Questions may be directed to Michelle Hoesman or Liz Merrihew.
End of Quarter
Friday will mark the end of the third quarter. Students should have accumulated a total of 12 AR points for this quarter. Look for report cards to come home on Friday, March 30.
Art Project
We will need 2 or 3 parent helpers for a special art project this Friday, March 23, between 8:15-10:30 a.m. Everything will be set up for you in the science lab, and you will work Mindy Hoffmann and a few parents from both fourth grade classrooms. If you can help for part or for all of the time, please let us know.
READING EVAL
As spring showers have already begun, please listen to your child read the article about lightning called “Zapped!” for this week’s reading evaluation.
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #37 (Ps. 46:1)
Social Studies Test, ch. 3
Thurs.—Memory: #38 (James 4:7)
Fri.—Memory: Sacrament of the Altar
(first question)
Spelling Test, unit 28
SPELLING
joyful helpless restful
careless useful thankless
peaceful hopeless thankful
cloudless powerful helpful
powerless careful restless
wasteful cheerful useless
playful thoughtful
Frequently used words:
maybe together today full where
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Welcome! Students look forward to our German service and a guest from the SBSO. See this week's newsletter.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class March 12-16, 2012
German Service
Our annual German worship service is this Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church. Children may find their seat at the front of the church at 10:45. a.m.
Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra
Fourth graders will travel to the Temple Theater in Saginaw on Wednesday, March 28, for a special concert presented by the Saginaw Bay Symphony Orchestra. In preparation for the concert, a member of the symphony will speak to our classrooms this Friday to help us understand and appreciate the concert that will be presented to fourth grade students only. Please note the permission slip coming home today.
Stillwaters Devotions
On Thursday our class will go to the Lutheran Home to present morning devotions in the chapel for the residents. Each classroom in our school has this opportunity at least once during the school year. We are grateful to share God’s Word with others.
U.S. Map Skills
The fourth grade social studies curriculum concentrates on regions of the United States. Before the school year is over, your child should be able to identify all 50 states on a U.S. map and match each state with its capital. Any practice at home (maps, puzzles, websites) will be helpful for your child.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read the article “Kids in the Gold Fields.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: 3RD Article & Meaning
(up to “the true faith.”)
Wed.—Science Test, E-6-22
Thurs.-Memory: 3rd Article
(up to “one true faith.”)
Fri.—Memory: 3rd Article
(final part)
Spelling Test, unit 27
SPELLING:
farmer skater painter
camper listener banker
owner learner hiker
catcher speaker climber
player reader baker
dreamer reporter builder
singer leader
Frequently used words: maybe
they four write white
[Read more...]
Welcome! We look forward to celebrating National Lutheran Schools Week with many exciting activities. See this week's newsletter.
Those who know your name will trust in you, for you, Lord, have never forsaken those who seek you. Psalm 9:10
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class March 5-9, 2012
NLSW
Each day this week we will celebrate the blessings that God gives us through our Lutheran schools by participating in specially planned activities during National Lutheran Schools Week. You, the parents of our students, are among those blessings. We are grateful for your prayers, support, and encouragement as we work together here at St. Lorenz. A schedule of events is noted on the reverse side. Please note Tuesday: Bring a sack lunch to eat after the service at SVSU.
Food Drive
Don’t forget the food drive for the Saginaw Rescue Mission. Students are invited to bring canned/boxed goods throughout NLSW week. See this week’s memo for details.
Wednesday Service
Fourth graders will play recorders and sing on Wednesday, March 7, at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service at church. Students should meet in the choir room at 4:40—with recorder in hand.
AR Challenge
Mrs. Gallatin has launched the annual Accelerated Reader Challenge with the theme “Read with Me under the Sea.” (Be sure to dive into the learning center and take a peek.) Fourth graders will try to earn at least 2 accelerated reader points every two weeks. (This will be a graded reading assignment.) The challenge ends on Tuesday, March 27.
Reading Evaluation
For this week’s reading evaluation, students are asked to read the article “What’s a Yankee Doodle?”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.-Memory: #34 (John 15:12)
Wed.-SE State/Cap Test
Thurs.-Memory:#35
(Phil. 2:10-11)
Fri.-Memory: #36(Review)
Spelling Test, unit 26
SPELLING
unlucky review preschool
unfair reheat prepay
untie recover preview
unhappy rewrite pretest
rebuild uncover recheck
unlock preheat unsafe
reread unpack
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
where wear thought through
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Welcome! Many March reminders coming your way in this week's newsletter.
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class Feb. 27-March 2,2012
March Reminders
*Week of March 4-10: National Lutheran Schools Week (Watch for many special activities.) *Fourth grade will sing and play recorders at the 5:00 Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
*The annual German service is Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at church.
*Week of March 19-23: Achieve-
ment Testing
NLSW Worship at SVSU
Please note the yellow permission note coming home today regarding the Tuesday, March 6, worship service at SVSU. We will join students from the Saginaw Valley (over 3000) in celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week. We are already practicing songs for this event. Please sign and return the form.
German Service
Please note the information coming home today regarding the March 11, 11:00 a.m., German Service. Please sign and return the attendance form. Also, please note the German songs and prayers for student practice at home.
Reading Evaluation
Children should read the article about Pilgrim children, “And You Thought Your Mom is Strict,” answer questions, and sign.
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: 2nd Article (up to
“of the devil.”)
Thurs.—Memory: 2nd Article (up to
“most certainly true.”)
Fri.—Memory: 2nd Article &
Meaning (review)
Spelling Test, unit 25
SPELLING:
goose woman calf
fish mouse leaf
children geese calves
leaves self child
women mice selves
ox popcorn elf
oxen elves
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
always away why want going
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Welcome! We will say "good-bye" to our South Korean student this week. See this week's newsletter.
Truly, truly, I say to you, he who believes has eternal life. John 6:47
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 20-24, 2012
Guest Farewell
We will bid farewell to our guest student, Mary Yun, on Friday, February 24. Mary and her brother have been with us since mid-December and will now go back home to South Korea. It has been a privilege, joy, and delight to get to know Mary and to have her as part of our class. We learned much from her, and we pray for God’s blessings on her and her family.
German Class
Please note papers coming home today from German class. Fourth graders have completed a unit on German-speaking countries and cities.
Frau Eyster reminded us that the annual German Service will be on Sunday, March 11, at 11:00 a.m. at the church.
Guest Presentation
Mr. David Auernhamer gave the fourth graders a presentation on animal adaptations. He brought specimens of fur, claws, skulls, etc. for students to examine. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Worship Helpers
In celebration of National Lutheran Schools Week, fourth graders have been asked to greet worshipers and hand out service folders at the worship services on March 3/4. Please see the note coming home today, and have your child consider signing up.
For Your Calendar:
Fourth grade will play recorders at the 5:00 p.m. Lenten service on Wednesday, March 7.
Reading Evaluation
The format of our weekly reading evaluations will change over the next months. Each week a one-page article/story will be sent home to be read aloud to a parent. There are questions that you may help your child answer. Please sign the assignment that will be due each Thursday. We will begin this week with the article: “Columbus and the Arawak Indians.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #32 (Eph. 2:8,9)
Thurs.—Memory: #33 (John 15:12)
Fri.—The Second Article
Spelling Test, unit 24 (Review)
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Welcome! We look forward to a "winter break," as we have been working hard in the classroom. See this week's newsletter.
The Lord is my light and my salvation; whom shall I fear? The Lord is the strength of my life; of whom shall I be afraid? Psalm 27:1
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 14-17, 2012
AR Points
Students are reminded that they need to have 6 AR points by Wednesday, Feb. 22. A total of 12 points are due by the end of the quarter, March 23.
Jump/Hoops for Heart
Students will participate in “Jump Rope for Heart” during gym class on Friday, March 2. Please note the information being sent home today.
AR Challenge
We look forward to participating in this year’s AR Challenge that begins on Wednesday and continues through March 27. Students will read, read, read. This year’s theme is “Read with Me Under the Sea.” Mrs. Gallatin has once again creatively transformed the learning center. Be sure to take a look.
Reading “Trivia” Studies indicate that a student in the 20th percentile of their grade level reads books only .7 minutes a day. (21,000 words/year) A student in the 80th percentile reads 14.2 min/day (1,146,000 words/year). A student in the 98th percentile reads 65 min/day (4,358,000 words/year).
Reading Evaluation
For this week’s reading evaluation, due on Thursday, students may
choose any chapter from the AR book that they are currently reading.
THIS WEEK:
Monday – No Classes
Thurs.—1st Article (up to
“certainly true”)
Fri.—Memory: 1st Article (Review)
Spelling Test, unit 23
SPELLING WORDS:
lone break waist
passed sore cellar
roll died past
steak role steel
loan dyed seller
brake soar steal
stake waste
Frequently misspelled words:
threw through t
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Welcome! This week students have the opportunity to order books from an author who will visit our school in March. See this week's newsletter.
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. Romans 1:16
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class February 6-9, 2012
Author Book Order
Wednesday, February 8, is the last day to place an order for a book written by Buffy Silverman, the author who will visit our school in March.
Hearing Screening
Grades K, 2, 4, and 6 will receive a hearing screening on Wednesday and Thursday, Feb. 15 and 16. You will be notified if further testing is needed.
Scholastic Book Orders
Scholastic book orders were sent home last week. If you wish to order, please return the form with payment (to: St. Lorenz Lutheran School) by Monday, February 6.
Multiplication
Most students are doing a fine job learning their multiplication tables, and many have passed each quiz with flying colors. We will continue to review and take quizzes (multiplication, division, addition, subtraction) throughout the year.
Valentine Party
We will enjoy a brief Valentine’s Day party at the end of the day on Tuesday, February 14. Students are invited to bring valentines for their classmates. A class list may be found in the school handbook.
Reading Evaluation
Please have your child read “McBroom” for this week’s reading evaluation due on Thursday.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: 1st Article (up to:
“body and life”)
Math Test, ch. 6
Wed.—Science Test, B2-37
Thurs.—Memory: 1st Article
(up to: “from all evil”)
Social Studies Test, ch. 1
Spelling Test, Unit 22
Friday, February 10: No Classes
Monday, February 13: No Classes
SPELLING:
cuter nearer thinnest
kinder easiest funnier
nearest happier kindest
thinner quietest funniest
safer quieter safest
quicker cutest easier
quickest happiest
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
came use again around once
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Welcome! Many exciting winter activities are happening in fourth grade. See this week's newsletter.
Search me, O God, and know my heart; test me and know my anxious thoughts. See if there is any offensive way in me, and lead me in the way everlasting. Psalm 139:23-24
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class January 30-February 3, 2012
Singing on Sunday
Fourth grade will sing at the 9:30 a.m. worship service this Sunday, January 29, at church. Please have your child come to the church basement choir room by 9:10 a.m. to warm up.
Heart Presentation
We look forward to Monday’s heart presentation given by Julie Weiss, a cardiac surgical nurse. She will bring a pig heart/lung specimen for fourth graders to examine. This goes along with our units of study in science and in reading.
College Valentines
Fourth and fifth grade students are making valentine cards for members of St. Lorenz who are students in college. The cards will be sent in a church mailing along with a package of treats (and certainly will be gratefully received!). It is another opportunity for our students to share the love of Jesus with others.
Valentine Box
Students are asked to bring a shoebox (or a box of similar size) to school by Friday. The box should be wrapped with tissue paper, wrapping paper, or foil. The lid needs to have a slit cut in the top. If students have extra materials that they would like to use in decorating their box (such as ribbon, stickers or stamps), they may bring these also by Friday.
Reading Evaluation
Students should complete the reading of “Matthew Henson,” pp. 348-357.
THIS WEEK:
Multiplication quiz every day!!
Tues.—Memory: #30 (Review)
Thurs.—Memory: #31 (Rom. 1:16)
State & Cap. Quiz-Southwest
Fri.—Memory: 1st Article (up to:
“takes care of them.”)
Spelling Test, unit 21
Spelling
gather winter master
tractor shower major
danger enter whether
water thunder eager
bitter silver minor
neither wonder either
rather together
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS: off
of come right write use
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Welcome! The end of the first semester has arrived - already. See this week's newsletter.
Cast all your anxiety on Him because He cares for you. 1 Peter 5:7
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class January 17-20, 2012
End of Semester
“Time flies when you are having fun.” On Friday, January 20, we will reach the mid-point of this school year—already! Students will receive their second quarter report cards on Friday, January 27.
Note from Frau Eyster:
“In 4th grade German class we have just completed a unit on animals. The vocabulary is split between cognates (words that are spelled the same or nearly the same in each language) and animal names that are very different. The students did very well on this unit, and grades are available online and in their paper packet being sent home this week.”
Writing Enrichment
Please note the information that came home last week regarding the writing opportunity and the Young Authors’ Conference. Students interested in participating may work with Mrs. List’s guidance after school on Thursdays beginning this week.
Reading Evaluation
Students should read a chapter of choice from the AR book they are reading.
This Week
Monday, January 16—No School
Thurs.—Memory: #27 (Rom. 8:28)
Michigan History Test, ch. 10
Fri.—Memory: 9th Comm.
Spelling Test, unit 19
SPELLING:
bottle pebble single
jumble tickle rattle
middle bubble sample
cattle snuggle kettle
jungle ankle giggle
simple settle temple
battle mumble
Frequently used words:
does it’s its
where wear which
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Welcome! All are rested after Christmas break and ready to learn. See this week's newsletter.
Search me, O God, you know me completely. Be my sure guide, my hope and stay.
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class January 9-13, 2012
New Year Blessings!
A blessed 2012 to all! We are grateful for holiday and vacation days, and, hopefully, are rested and ready to begin the New Year. Please know that the winter months ahead are heavy months of learning. Please keep our class in your prayers as we continue to grow in faith and in knowledge.
Family Devotion Backpack
Sometime during the year, look for your child to bring home a back-pack full of devotional items
(books, videos, CD’s) for family use. Students will take turns bringing home the backpack on Fridays and are asked to send it back to school on the following Thursday. There are some wonderful materials available for spiritual growth for children and their families, and it is hoped that your household will enjoy them.
Writing Opportunities
Please note the information coming home today regarding a “Writing Workshop” to be held after school on Thursdays and the annual “Young Authors’ Conference” to be held at our school in March. These enrichment opportunities are open to any interested students.
Tracks Magazine
The Michigan United Conservation Club is providing Tracks Magazine for our fourth graders. They will be using this in science class. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Multiplication
We continue to work on multiplication tables with weekly quizzes. Any review that can be done at home is helpful for your child. You may wish to review with one of many available websites such as: www.funbrain.com www.coolmath.com www.school.aol.com AR Points
Students are reminded that they should have accumulated 10 accelerated reader points for this quarter. A tally of points will be taken on Friday, January 20.
Reading Evaluation
Students should read about our government in Michigan History, pp. 298-301.
THIS WEEK:
Tue.—Memory: #25 (1 Cor. 5:21))
Wed.—Mult. Quiz 5-7’s
Thurs.—Memory: #26 (Jer. 17:7)
Fri.—Memory: 8th Comm. &
Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 18 (review)
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Welcome! May His peace fill your heart and home.
For unto you is born this day in the city of David a Savior, who is Christ the Lord. Luke 2:11
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class January 3-7, 2012
Singing on January 29
For your calendar: Fourth grade is scheduled to sing for the 9:30 a.m. worship service on Sunday, January 29.
AR Point Reminder
For this quarter, students should have a 10 accelerated reader points by Friday, January 14.
Reading Evaluation
Please listen to your child read “The Story of Susan La Flesche Picotte.”
“And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace.”
May His peace fill your heart and home!
THIS WEEK:
Monday, January 2—NO CLASSES
Thurs.—Memory: #24 (Review)
Fri.—Memory: 7th Comm.&Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 17
SPELLING:
badge gym rigid
gem baggage range
dodge package engine
cottage gigantic edge
gentle strange ridge
cabbage bridge hedge
village judge
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
must much many made
because
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Welcome! The days before Christmas are full. See this week's newsletter.
These are written so that you may believe that Jesus is the Christ, the Son of God, and that by believing you may have life in His name. John 20:31
Welcome! We are excited to welcome a new student from South Korea to our classroom. See this week's newsletter.
The Word became flesh and made His dwelling among us. John 1:14
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 12-16, 2011
Concert Singing
The St. Lorenz Christmas Concerts will take place this weekend. Children who have volunteered and are able to participate will sing at the Sunday, 1:30 p.m., concert. Children should be present 30 minutes before the concert begins and meet in the church basement. Because we are singing in small groups, encourage your child to sing out with confidence. After singing our carol, students may return to their seat for the remainder of the concert, or they may exit to meet you in the church basement.
New Student
On Monday we will welcome Mary Yun to our fourth grade classroom.
Mary and her brother, John (grade 5), are from South Korea. They will study here at our school until February 21. We are excited to meet Mary, learn from her, learn with her, and share the love of Christ together here at St. Lorenz.
Reminder
Our classroom Christmas party will take place on Thursday, December 22. Children may bring a gift (suggested amount: $5.00) for the gift exchange: Girls bring a gift for a girl, and boys bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
For Thursday’s evaluation, please listen to your child read from their science book, pp. A-96-99
This Week:
Tues.—Memory: #20 (Rom. 3:23)
Wed.—Mich. History Test, ch. 9
Thurs.—Memory: #21 (2 Tim. 1:7)
Fri.—Memory: 6th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 15
SPELLING WORDS:
often knot wring
island lamb answer
knee written though
knock echo known
comb wrong limb
knife listen honest
doubt calm
Frequently used words: their
there they’re to too two
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Welcome! December is filling with activites and excitement. See this week's newsletter.
In Him was life, and that life was the light of men. John 1:4
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class December 5-9, 2011
St. Lorenz Concert
Fourth graders were asked to sing a German carol with the adult choirs at the St. Lorenz Christmas Concert on Sunday, December 11, at 1:30 p.m. Last week a note was sent home to the fourth graders who volunteered to take part. In order for us to prepare, please return the attached form regarding the services. Thank you for your support.
Recorders
Fourth graders received their recorders and books last week. The children should leave their recorders and books in their backpacks at all times unless they are being used in music class or at home practice. As we continue to work on personal responsibility, students will learn that their music grade will be affected if they forget their recorder or music book at home or if they fail to practice at the appropriate times. Please be patient with the sound. Your musician will improve!
Christmas Party
We are looking forward to our classroom Christmas party on Thursday, December 22. Students may bring a gift for the gift exchange that week. Girls should bring a gift (suggested amount to spend: about $5.00) for a girl, and boys should bring a gift for a boy.
AR Points
It is good to see students reading much more this quarter, as they are accumulating accelerated reader points. A reminder: fourth graders should have 5 AR points by Friday, Dec. 9. By mid-January, they are required to have 10 AR points for this quarter.
Reading Evaluation
Please listen to your child read a chapter of choice from the accelerated reader book that s/he is reading.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.—Memory: #18 (Review)
Math Test, ch. 4
Thurs.—Memory: #19 (Eph. 4:26)
Fri.—Memory: 5th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling TEST, unit 14
SPELLING:
meant build flood
laugh breakfast enough
sweater rough bread
touch spread tough
already built ready
death young instead
heavy ahead
Frequently used words: before where wear your because
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Welcome! Grades 1-5 will lead our first Advent service on Wednesday, November 30, at 5:00 p.m. See this week's newsletter.
Oh give thanks unto the Lord--for He is good and His steadfast love lasts forever!
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class November 21-23 and
November 28-December 2, 2011
Advent Service Preparation
Grades 1-5 will lead the 5:00 p.m. worship service on Wednesday, November 30. Students should meet in the church basement at 4:45. We will have rehearsals in the church on the mornings of Tuesday, Nov. 22 and Tuesday, Nov. 29.
Christmas Gift Exchange
We will have a classroom gift exchange during our Christmas party on Thursday, December 22. Gifts should be no more than $5.00. Girls may bring a gift for a girl, and boys may bring a gift for a boy.
Reading Evaluation
There will be no evaluation assigned for the week of Thanksgiving. For the following week, please have your child read “The Bridge Dancers.” I can hear an improvement in the oral reading skills of many students. Your work at home is of great assistance.
Thanksgiving Thoughts
As we reflect upon and thank the Lord for His abundant blessings, I truly
thank Him for this class of wonderful children. I am grateful to you, their parents, for your encouragement, support, and prayers. “Oh, give thanks unto the Lord—for He is good and His steadfast love lasts forever!”
FOR THE WEEKS OF:
Thanksgiving-Nov. 21-23
Tues.—Memory: Advent Review
Wed.—Spelling Test, unit 12 (review)
November 28-December 2
Tues.—Memory: #16 (Eph. 6:13)
Wed.—Science Test, A-ch. 2
ADVENT SERVICE: 5:00 p.m.
Thurs.—Memory: #17 (Col 3:13)
Fri.—Memory: 4th Comm. & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 13
December 2 Spelling Words:
share cart beware
march rare army
charge stare market
compare mark alarm
parent chart spare
smart charm scare
apart spark
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
our are over after many
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Welcome! Students are already preparing for the first Advent service. See this week's newsletter.
The grass withers, the flower fades, but the word of our God stands forever.
Isaiah 40:8
4th Grade News
Mrs. Volz’s Class November 14-18, 2011
Thank You
Thank you for taking time to come to our classroom to discuss the progress of your child at our parent/teacher consultation. I am grateful for caring parents who value their child’s Christian education and recognize that it requires our joint efforts of patience, understanding, love, and encouragement. Thank you for your prayers and your support.
Advent Service
Students are learning songs and verses for our Advent service. (Again, our memory work for this week can be found on the reverse side of this newsletter.) Grades 1-5 will lead the first Advent service on Wednesday, November 30, at 5:00 p.m. to share the love of Christ with others.
Fall Concert
We look forward to attending our fall music concert on the afternoon of Friday, November 18. The performances will take place in the gym at 1:30 p.m. and 7:00 p.m. when we will hear our student groups of band, choirs, and bell choirs. This is the last year for fourth graders to be part of the audience. Next year they will have the opportunity to be performers.
Reading Evaluation
Please have your child read “Sewed Up His Heart” for this week’s reading evaluation. It goes along with our study of the human body systems in science.
THIS WEEK:
Tues.-Memory :Advent songs
(see reverse side)
Wed.-Memory: Advent
Thurs.-Memory: Advent
Mich. History Test, ch. 8
Fri.—Memory: Advent
Spelling Test, unit 11
Spelling Words:
near steer certain
return tear thirst
perfect fear term
cheer turkey firm
ear burst rear
serve year person
clear herd
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
then first any like now know
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Welcome! We begin a new quarter this week. See our newsletter:
Your Father knows what you need before you ask Him. Matt. 6:8
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class November 7-10, 2011
Picture Retakes
Reminder: Picture retakes will take place on Tuesday, Nov. 8.
New Quarter
We begin a new quarter on Monday. Students may begin reading for 10 AR points for the second quarter. Students should have 5 points by December 9.
Local Author Event
Local authors will be coming to Frankenmuth’s Wickson Library on Thursday, Nov. 10. A variety of books—fiction, historical fiction, cookbooks, etc.—will be featured by 16 local authors.
Book Fair
Be sure to stop at the Book Fair in the learning center during parent/teacher consultations on Wed.-Friday, November 9-11. Coming home today is information from Mrs. Gallatin regarding the book fair.
Reading Evaluation
We have begun a new unit in reading “From Mystery to Medicine.” Your child may read any two of the four sections from our first story: “Medicine Past and Present.”
THIS WEEK:
Sunday – Daylight Savings Time
(Turn clocks back one hr.)
Tuesday—Memory: Advent
(see reverse side)
Wednesday—Memory: Advent
X-quiz 4’s
Thursday—Memory: Advent
(see reverse side)
Spelling Test, unit 10
**11:00 dimissal – NO BUS
Friday: No Classes
SPELLING:
forgot bought nor
haul ought forest
sport thought daughter
port sort record
taught brought forth
because fought report
forty caught
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
some these two to too
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Welcome! Already we are ending the first quarter. See this week's newsletter.
The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.
Psalm 145:8
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class November 1-4, 2011
Parent/Teacher Consultations
A parent/teacher consultation form is being sent home today. It has our scheduled time for meeting on November 9-11. If you have a conflict with this time, please let me know.
Fundraiser
Our holiday fundraiser ends on Wednesday, Nov. 2. If your child participated, please be sure s/he turns in all orders.
History Lesson
The “History on the Move” semi will be here on Tuesday and Wednesday to provide a history lesson on Saginaw County. Be sure to ask your child about it.
AR Points
Fourth graders need to earn 8 AR points by Friday, Nov. 4, the end of the first quarter.
Reading Evaluation
Students are asked to read part of their Michigan History (pp.228-233.) Note the purple, non-fiction
form coming home today. Please challenge your child to look for specific information, details, and definitions.
THIS WEEK
Monday: No School
Tuesday: Memory- Advent
(see reverse side)
Wednesday: Memory-Advent
Math Test, ch. 2
Thurs: Memory-Advent
Friday: Memory-Advent
Spelling Test, unit 9
SPELLING WORDS:
flour however coil
enjoy amount powder
moist vowel spoil
flower joint joy
power royal fail
plow choice mouth
crowd mount
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS: always going again away please
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Welcome! We look forward to our annual walk to church for the Reformation service on Thursday. See this week's newsletter.
God is our refuge and strenth, and ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class October 24-27, 2011
Reformation Chapel
On Thursday, October 27, St. Lorenz students will be participating in the annual Reformation service at the church. We will be walking there, so be sure dress for the weather.
Harvest Party
We look forward to celebrating our annual “Harvest Party” on Thursday, Oct. 27. We will enjoy a snack and games in the afternoon.
Reading Evaluation
Please have your child read the famous myth, “Daedalus and Icarus,” for Thursday’s evaluation.
Schedule Reminder
Don’t forget about our long weekend coming up! There will be no classes on Friday, Oct. 28, or Monday, Oct. 31.
THIS WEEK:
Tuesday: Memory: #14
(1 John 1:8-9)
Wed. Science Test, ch. 3
Thurs.: Memory #15
(1 Cor. 13:4)
Mich. History Test, ch.7
Spelling Test, unit 8
Friday: No Classes
Monday, Oct. 31: No Classes
SPELLING WORDS
flute view student
whose clue human
juice few true
tube truth glue
dew lose tulip
used due fruit
music rule
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS: only
its it’s new knew
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Welcome! We look forward to a visit from our classroom adopted leader this week. See our newsletter for more information.
If you confess with your mouth Jesus as Lord, and believe in your heart that God raised Him from the dead, you shall be saved. Romans 10:9
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz Class October 17-21, 2011
Recorders
Fourth graders will learn to play the recorder in music class this year. Please note the letter and order form coming home today.
Art Goes to School
Each month we will have an art history presentation from Mrs. Lindsey Hessler who will work with materials from the Saginaw County Art Museum. We look forward to our first presentation on Monday: Ancient and Egyptian Art. Be sure to ask your child about it.
Judge Faye Visit
We look forward to a visit on Tuesday, Oct. 18, from our dear friend and adopted leader, Judge Faye Harrison, from the Family Division of Saginaw County Juvenile Court. Each day throughout the school year we pray for her, and she keeps us in her prayers as well. How grateful we are for her friendship! Be sure to ask your child about her visit.
Fundraiser
The annual Christmas card and gift item fundraiser will begin on Wed., Oct. 19, and continue through Wed., Nov. 2. Packets of informa- tion will be sent home with students. This year, money raised will be used for our band program. Student participation in this fundraiser is, as always, optional.
Reading Evaluation
Students need to have 8 AR points by the end of the quarter, Nov. 4. For this week’s reading evaluation, please listen to your child read a chapter of choice from the AR book that s/he is reading.
THIS WEEK:
Tuesday: Memory—#12
(Review 7-11)
Thursday: Memory—#13
(Heb. 13:5b-6)
Friday—Memory—3rd Com-
mandment & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 7
SPELLING WORDS:
poet coast pillow
hotel also clothes
pony bold moment
obey grown hello
motel boast glow
goal poem shown
hero fold
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS: does could would goes any
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Welcome! Autumn brings fun, fall activities, including our reading of Charlotte's Web, which we begin reading this week. See this week's newsletter.
The Lord is faithful to all His promises and loving toward all He has made.
Psalm 145:13
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class October 10-14, 2011
Fire Safety
We will have a fire safety presentation by the Frankenmuth Fire Dept. on Tuesday. Be sure to ask your child about it, and be sure to put fresh batteries in your smoke detectors.
Seeds of Caring
October chapel offerings will be used by classrooms for “Seeds of Caring” projects. These will be a variety of mission-outreach projects planned and carried out during the school year by students in each classroom.
Pumpkin Painting
This week each third and fourth grade student will paint a pumpkin. The pumpkins will be on display at The River Place during the next several days as part of an autumn celebration.
Return Reminder
Please note the Parent/ Teacher Consultation forms coming home today. Please return the forms ASAP.
Reading Evaluation
Our class is reading the classic book, Charlotte’s Web. Please listen to your child read a chapter of choice for this week’s reading evaluation.
This Week:
Tuesday: Memory - #10
(Col. 3:17)
Mich. History Test, ch. 6
Thursday: Memory - #11
(Eph. 4:32)
Friday—2nd Command. &
Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 6
(Review)
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Welcome! We look forward to singing in church on Sunday. See this week's newsletter.
Worship the Lord with gladness; come before Him with joyful songs. Psalm 100:2
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class October 3-7, 2011
Sunday Singing
Fourth grade will sing at the 8:00 a.m. worship service at church this Sunday, October 2. Students should meet in the church basement choir room at 7:40 to warm up.
October Reading
Many students have been reading, reading, reading and accumulating their 8 AR points for the quarter. Students need to have at least 4 points by Oct. 14.
Friday Field Trip
On Friday we will travel to Chippewa Nature Center in Midland. Children are reminded to bring a sack lunch. They will need to dress for the weather, as we will be outdoors for part of the day.
Reading Evaluation
Please read the biography “Two Tickets to Freedom” for this week’s reading evaluation, due on Thursday.
THIS WEEK:
Tues: Memory: #8
(1 John 5:14)
Math Test, ch. 1
Thurs: Memory: #9
(Ps. 25:4-5)
Fri: Memory: 1st Com-
mandment & Meaning
Spelling Test, unit 5
Field Trip
Spelling Words:
eyes icicle tight
climb umpire highway
idea flight cycle
fright iron slight
tiny higher shy
hire buy might
reply title
FREQUENTLY USED WORDS:
will out said what about
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Welcome! Much is happening in fourth grade. "Picture Day" is coming up this week. See this week's newsletter for more information.
In all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight.
Proverbs 3:6
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class Sept.26-30, 2011
Field Trip
Please note the information coming home today regarding our field trip to Chippewa Nature Center on Friday, October 7. Please return the permission slip with the $11.00 fee by October 3. (The fee includes $4.00 admission for the one-room school and the homestead activities and $7.00 for transportation.)
Picture Day
Tuesday, September 27, is “Picture Day.” Each student will have a picture taken for the yearbook. If you wish to order pictures, please return the order form with payment on Tuesday.
LWR
The “in-gathering” of school supplies for Lutheran World Relief continues until Friday, Sept. 30. Our class has collected many of our assigned item: pencils.
$$$ and Xtables
In math students will be working with dollars and cents. It would be helpful for your child to have experiences at home or at the store in counting change and working with money. We will soon begin quizzes on the multiplication tables.
Assignment Books
Students have been doing well with their assignment books. I will continue to check the books at the end of the day. You are asked to check your child’s book at the end of the week. No signature is needed. Thank you for your help.
Reading Evaluation
Thank you for helping your child to become a more fluent reader. This week’s story is a non-fiction piece about a space scientist, “Mae Jemison.” (pp. 82-89 only) Evaluations are due on Thursday.
THIS WEEK:
Tuesday—Memory: #6 (Review)
Mich. History Test, ch. 5
Thurs. Memory: #7 ( Ps. 48:14)
Fri.—Memory: New Testament
(1 Thess.-Rev.)
Spelling Test, unit 4
SPELLING WORDS
field lead speed
believe deal piece
reach breeze speak
agree least season
between chief steam
degree reason brief
repeat peach
Frequently used words: which been when who has
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Welcome! Students are working hard. See this week's newsletter.
God's mercies are new each morning.
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’ Class September 19-23, 2011
“Seconds” at Lunch
When students have finished eating their lunch, they are allowed to go back for a second helping. However, they are charged an additional fee ($.75-$1.00). If you prefer that your child not take a second helping, you may notify our office to automatically block this on the lunch card.
Middle Name
During handwriting practice, we discovered that several students are not certain about the spelling of their middle name. Please quiz your child on this to see that s/he knows this information.
Book Orders
Book orders are coming home today. Within the order forms there are many wonderful pieces of children’s literature. However, some books may not represent what we are about here at St. Lorenz. Please carefully guide your child in making selections, just as you would carefully select a movie, a television program, or a video game with your child. If you wish to order, please return the form, with payment, by Monday, Sept. 26. Checks should be made payable to: ST. LORENZ LUTHERAN SCHOOL
AR Points
During the first quarter, fourth graders have been assigned to earn 8 accelerated reader points. This is a reading requirement in addition to classroom work. We will monitor progress during the quarter and ask that you do the same at home. The quarter ends on November 4.
Reading Evaluation
Thank you for helping your child to become a more fluent reader. This week’s story is “Toto.”
THIS WEEK:
Tues: Memory--#4 (Jeremiah 29:11)
Thurs: Memory--#5 (Psalm 119:105)
Science Test – Unit A, ch. 1
Fri: Memory—Books of N.T.
(Matthew-Colossians)
Spelling TEST, unit 3
SPELLING:
aim holiday paper
station able crayon
flavor lazy brain
anyway remain favor
rail grayest trailer
lady nation relay
fail radio
Frequently used words: there
they’re
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Welcome! The new school year has been launched, and we are off to a fine start. See this week's newsletter.
Commit your way to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Proverbs 16:3
4th GRADE NEWS
Mrs. Volz’s Class Sept. 12-16, 2011
Off to a Fine Start
We are off to a fine start for the school year with a classroom full of wonderful people! Students are working well with one another and becoming accustomed to being in fourth grade.
Yearbooks
Yearbooks for the 2010-2011 school year were given to students on Friday. The yearbooks were purchased with last year’s book fee. Additional yearbooks are available at the school office.
October 2
Please mark your calendar for Sunday, October 2. The 4th grade will sing at the 8:00 a.m. worship service at our church.
Math Facts
It would be helpful for your child to review addition and subtraction facts in math during the next weeks (everything up to and including 9+9 and 18-9).
Reading Evaluation
Thank you for completing the reading evaluations with your child. This week’s story is “Mrs. Frisby and the Crow,” and the evaluation is again due on Thursday.
THIS WEEK:
Tues: Memory - #2
(Joshua 24:15b)
Thurs: Memory - #3
(James 1:5)
Fri: Memory – Books of O.T.
Isaiah-Malachi)
Spelling TEST—unit 2
SPELLING WORDS:
wise huge case
alone rise cube
fame beside blame
chose tire became
awhile spoke wife
drove surprise scale
alive invite
Frequently used words for review: had are have
from which
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Welcome! Bibles have arrived in Ghana----all thanks be to God! See our final end-of-the-year newsletter.
". . . so is my word that goes out from my mouth: It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it." Isaiah 55:11
Welcome! This will be the only newsletter for the month of May in preparation for next year's routine in fifth grade. Be sure to check your child's assignment book.
Whether you turn to the right or to the left, your ears will hear a voice behind you saying, "This is the way; walk in it." Isaiah 30:21
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Welcome! The children worked hard and did well on our spring musical. We now are now looking ahead to the final days of the school year. See this week's newsletter.
It is God who is at work in you, both to will and to work for His good pleasure.
Philippians 2:13
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Welcome! Easter blessings of joy to you! Spring Thing is coming soon - FRIDAY, APRIL 29, at 1:30 and 7:00 p.m. See this week's newsletter.
"HE HAS RISEN!" Luke 24:6
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Welcome! We are working hard on this year's spring musical. See this week's newsletter.
He died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for Him who died for them and was raised again. 2 Corinthians 5:15
Welcome! We look forward to Grandparent's Day coming soon. See this week's newsletter.
The prayer of a righteous man is powerful and effective. James 5:16
Welcome! As we begin a new month, we also begin the final quarter of the school year. See this week's newsletter.
God has not given us a spirit of timidity, but of power and love and discipline.
2 Timothy 1:7
Welcome! Achievement testing week is here. See this week's newsletter.
He will not allow your foot to slip; He who keeps you will not slumber. Psalm 121:3
Welcome! This year's AR Challenge has been launched. See this week's newsletter for details.
You will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.
Jeremiah 29:13
Welcome! During National Lutheran Schools Week we look forward to celebrating God's blessings to us. See this week's newsletter.
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. Romans 1:16
Welcome! We are wrapping up our "Seeds of Caring" project. The Lord truly blessed our project1 See this week's newsletter.
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thessalonians 5:16-18
Welcome! Students are looking forward to a long valentine weekend. Be sure to see this week's newsletter.
God is love. 1 John 4:16
Welcome! We are amazed and delighted with the successful sales of Just Chocolate. See this week's newsletter.
How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! 1 John 3:1
Welcome! Our cookbook, "Just Chocolate-20 Fourth Grade Favorites," is finished and ready to sell. See this week's newsletter.
. . . so is my word that goes out from my mouth; It will not return to me empty, but will accomplish what I desire and achieve the purpose for which I sent it. Isaiah 55:11
Welcome! Students have been working hard inside, and playing hard outside! See this week's newsletter.
I praise you because I am fearfully and wonderfully made; your works are wonderful, I know that full well. Psalm 139:14
Welcome! We are working on a special project during the next few weeks. See this week's newsletter.
Trust in the Lord with all your heart and lean not on your own understanding; in all your ways acknowledge Him, and He will make your paths straight. Proverbs 3:5-6
Welcome! We are enjoying productive time working within our classroom! See this week's newsletter.
For the Son of Man came to seek and to save what was lost. Luke 19:10
Welcome! New Year blessings to you! The months ahead will be filled with new learning. Please see this week's newsletter.
Praise be to the God and Father of our Lord Jesus Christ, who has blessed us . . . with every spiritual blessing in Christ. Ephesians 1:3
Welcome! Our classroom is filled with excitement at the coming of Christmas! Please see this week's newsletter.
"And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." May His peace fill your hearts and your home!
Welcome! We are preparing for Thanksgiving and our December 1 Advent service. See this week's newsletters.
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good. His love endures forever! Psalm 136:1
Welcome! We are preparing for our Advent service on December 1. See this week's newsletter.
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thess. 5:16-17
Welcome! Students will have the opportunity to give to others this week during our Service Project afternoon. Be sure to read this week's newsletter.
Love your neighbor as yourself. Romans 13:9
Welcome! On Friday we will complete the first quarter of the school year. Parent/Teacher consultations are coming up soon. See this week's newsletter.
The Lord is gracious, and full of compassion; slow to anger, and of great mercy.
Psalm 145:8
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Welcome! We look forward to celebrations at the end of our short week. See this week's newsletter.
God is our refuge and strength, and ever-present help in trouble. Psalm 46:1
Welcome! We are enjoying watching the changing fall colors outdoors. See this week's newsletter.
I, the Lord, do not change. Malachi 3:6
Welcome! We look forward to fall activities this week. See this week's newsletter.
God shall supply all your need according to his riches in glory by Christ Jesus. Phil. 4:19
Welcome! We look forward to our field trip. See this week's newsletter.
I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His word I put my hope. Psalm 130:5
Welcome! We look forward to singing in church on Sunday. Please see this week's newsletter.
I will sing of Your strength, in the morning I will sing of Your love; for You are my fortress, my refuge in times of trouble. Psalm 59:16-17
Welcome! Students are reading to earn AR points. See this week's newsletter.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
Welcome! We are off to a fine start in fourth grade. Please see this week's newsletter.
The Lord is righteous in all His ways and loving toward all He has made.
Psalm 145:17
Welcome! We are ready to begin a fresh, new school year. God will be with us every step of the way. Please see this week's newsletter.
I am not ashamed of the Gospel, for it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. Romans 1:16
Welcome! What a kind, caring class this has been. They will complete their fourth grade year on June 11. See newsletter.
My Presence shall go with you, and I will give you rest. Exodus 33:14
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Welcome! We are quickly approaching the final days of the school year. See this week's newsletter for details.
"Therefore go and make disciples of all nations, baptizing them in the name of the Father and of the Son and of the Holy Spirit, and teaching them to obey everything I have commanded you. And surely I am with you always to the very end of the age."
Matthew 28:18-20
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Welcome! We are preparing for Friday's Ghana Festival. See this week's newsletter.
Therefore, as we have opportunity, let us do good to all people, especially to those who belong to the family of believers. Galatians 6:10
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Welcome! Spring is in the air along with the many activities that come with it. See this week's newsletter.
For where two or three are gathered together in My name, there am I in the midst of them. Matthew 18:20
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Welcome! Spring activities have begun! See this week's newsletter.
Peace I leave with you: My peace I give you. I do not give to you as the world gives. Do not let your hearts be troubled and do not be afraid. John 14:27
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Welcome! May God give you a joyful Easter and a restful spring break. See this week's newsletter.
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies; and whoever lives and believes in me will never die."
John 11: 25-26
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Welcome! Throughout this Holy Week we will be studying Christ's journey to the cross. See this week's newsletter.
"Lord Jesus, we give thanks to Thee, that Thous hast died to set us free; Made righteous through Thy precious blood, we now are reconciled to God."
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Welcome! We look forward to a busy week: German service, playing recorders for Lenten service, achievement testing! See this week's newsletter.
You are a chosen people, a royal priesthood, a holy nation, a people belonging to God, that you may declare the praises of Him who called you out of darkness into His wonderful light. 1 Peter 2:9
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Welcome! During this week's National Lutheran Schools Week, we will celebrate the blessings that the Lord has given us through our St. Lorenz Lutheran School. See this week's newsletter.
"For the sake of the church, we must have and maintain Christian schools."
Martin Luther
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Welcome! "March comes in like a lion and out like a lamb," and we know that it will be a busy month. See this week's newsletter.
My grace is sufficient for you: for My strength is made perfect in weakness.
2 Corinthians 12:9
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Welcome! Special devotions, Journey to the Cross, are being shared in our classroom during Lent. May you grow closer to Him during the 40 days ahead. See this week's newsletter.
He died for all, that those who live should no longer live for themselves but for Him who died for them and was raised again. 1 Corinthians 5:15
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Welcome! Students are reading, reading, reading for the AR challenge. See this week's newsletter.
My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. John 15:12
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Welcome! We look forward to a week of interesting learning activities. See this week's newsletter.
How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God! 1 John 3:1
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Welcome! Winter is upon us! See this week's newsletter.
The Jesus said loudly, "Whoever believes in me believes not only in me but also in the one who sent me." John 12:44
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Welcome! Be sure to note writing enrichment opportunities in this week's newsletter.
You are my hiding place; you will protect me from trouble and surround me with songs of deliverance. Psalm 32:7
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Welcome! There are no classes on Monday, January 18. See this week's newsletter.
Just as a father has compassion on his children, so the Lord has compassion on those who fear Him. Hosea 6:3
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Welcome! The end of the first half of the year is here already. See this week's newsletter.
We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love Him, who have been called according to His purpose. Romans 8:28
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Welcome! Blessings to you and your household in 2010. See this week's newsletter.
Be strong and courageous...for the Lord your God is the one who goes with you; He will not fail you or forsake you. Deut. 31:6
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Welcome! Be sure to see this week's newsletter.
And He will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 9:6
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Welcome! We say "farewell" to our student teacher this week. Be sure to see the newsletter.
I am not ashamed of the gospel, because it is the power of God for the salvation of everyone who believes. Rom. 1:16
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Welcome! These are busy times in the classroom as we prepare for the Advent service on December 2. Be sure to read this week's newsletter.
Give thanks to the Lord, for He is good; His love endures forever. Psalm 118:1
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Welcome! We have begun to practice for our Advent service on Wednesday, December 2, at 5:00 p.m. Be sure to see this week's newsletter.
And the glory of the Lord will be revealed, and all mankind together will see it. Is. 40:5
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Welcome! We begin a new quarter on Monday. Be sure to check this week's newsletter.
At the name of Jesus every knee should bow in heaven and on the earth and under the earth, and every tongue confess that Jesus Christ is Lord to the glory of God the Father. Phil. 2:10-11
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Welcome! See this week's news.
Jesus said, "I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live, even though he dies." John 11:25
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Welcome! Be sure to see this week's newsletter.
I wait for the Lord, my soul waits, and in His word I put my hope. Ps. 130:5
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Fourth grade students will learn to play recorder this year. See order form information.
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Welcome! The children sang beautifully at Frankenmuth's 50th celebration. See this week's newsletter.
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thess. 5:16-17
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Welcome! Fourth graders did a fine job representing our school at Frankenmuth's 50th Celebration. See this week's newsletter.
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances, for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thess. 5:16-17
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Welcome! Students are busy preparing for singing at the city of Frankenmuth 50th Anniversary celebration which will take place on Thursday, Oct. 1. See this week's newsletter for details.
Now faith is being sure of what we hope for and certain of what we do not see. Hebrews 11:1
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How great is the love the Father has lavished on us, that we should be called children of God. 1 John 3:1
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Welcome! We are off to a fine start. Be sure to check this week's newsletter.
"For I know the plans I have for you," declares the Lord, "plans to prosper you and not to harm you, plans to give you hope and a future." Jeremiah 29:11
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Welcome to fourth grade! The school year has finally arrived, and we are ready to begin. Be sure to see this week's newsletter.
But grow in the grace and knowledge of our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ. To Him be glory both now and forever! 2 Peter 3:18
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Welcome! We rejoice together in celebrating the Lord's resurrection! See this week's newsletter . . . .
"I am the resurrection and the life. He who believes in Me will live
even though he dies, and whoever lives and believes in Me will
never die." John 11:25-26
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Welcome! In our classroom we will remember Christ's suffering and death during this Holy Week . I pray that as you celebate Christ's resurrection with your family, you will be filled with true, grateful Easter joy.
Lord Jesus, we give thanks to Thee
That Thou hast died to set us free;
Made righteous through Thy precious blood,
We now are reconciled to God.
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Welcome! We look forward to returning from our spring break feeling refreshed, relaxed, and ready to go---into the final quarter of the school year. See next week's newsletter. . . .
Come to Me, all you who are weary and burdened, and I will give you
rest. Take My yoke upon you and learn from Me, for I am gentle and
humble in heart, and you will find rest for your souls. Matt. 11:28-29
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Welcome! We move ahead to complete the third quarter on Friday, March 20. Look for report cards after spring break.
Be joyful always; pray continually; give thanks in all circumstances,
for this is God's will for you in Christ Jesus. 1 Thess. 5:17-18
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Welcome! We look forward to a busy week of achievement testing. More information in this week's newsletter. . .
You will seek Me and find Me, when you search for Me with all your heart.
Jeremiah 29:13
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Welcome! We look forward to a special week of celebrating National Lutheran Schools Week, and the gifts that God has given us through St. Lorenz.
"For the sake of the church, we must have and maintain Christian schools."
(Martin Luther)
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Welcome! Our hearts and thoughts focus on the cross of Christ as we begin the Lenten season this week on Ash Wednesday. Please see this week's news.
God made Him who had not sin to be sin for us, so that in Him we might
become the righteousness of God. 2 Corinthians 5:21
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Welcome! Students are taking the AR Challenge and reading, reading, reading. See this week's news.
My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. John 15:12
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Welcome! Our learning center has been transformed into a national park, and fourth graders are reading, reading, reading for our AR challenge. See this week's newsletter.
We love because He first loved us. 1 John 4:19
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Welcome! We look forward to this year's AR challenge which begins on Wednesday. See the newsletter for more info.
God is love. Whoever lives in love lives in God, and God in him. (1 John 4:16)
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Welcome! We look forward to an exciting third quarter. See more info in our newsletter.
"Though your sins are like scarlet, they shall be as white as snow."
Isaiah 1:18
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Welcome! We look forward to following the upcoming events of the Inauguration this week. Be sure to see this week's newsletter.
Blessed is the nation whose God is the Lord, the people he chose for his
inheritance. Psalm 33:12
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The end of the semester is almost here. "Time flies when you are having fun." See this week's newsletter.
The Lord is my light and my salvation---whom shall I fear? The Lord is the
stronghold of my life---of whom shall I be afraid? Ps. 27:1
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Blessings to you in 2009! We look forward to the winter months ahead that will be rich in learning. See this week's newsletter:
Commit your works to the Lord, and your plans will be established. Proverbs 16:3
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Welcome! The children sang and spoke their messages in a beautiful way for our Advent Service. We are preparing for Christmas with excitement in our classroom!
The people walking in darkness have seen a great light. (Isaiah 9:2)
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Welcome! We look forward to celebrating Thanksgiving and having a long weekend with family. Please note that our newsletter is for TWO weeks.
Give thanks to Him and praise His holy name . . . . . . His faithfulness continues from generation to generation to generation. Psalm 100:4-5
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Welcome! We look forward to a week of music starting with the Hymn Festival on Sunday and ending with the fall band/choir concert on Friday. See this week's newsletter for more info.
I will say of the Lord, He is my refuge and my fortress:
my God; in Him will I trust. Ps.91:2
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Welcome! A reminder: Third and fourth graders has been asked to sing for the Jaroslav Vajda Hymn Festival at church on Sunday, November 16, at 4:00 p.m.
My command is this: Love each other as I have loved you. John 15:12
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Welcome! We begin the second quarter of the school year---already! Take a look at this week's newsletter for second quarter news.
Your Father knows what you need, before you ask Him. Matthew 6:8
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Welcome! We are almost at the end of the first quarter---already! We enjoyed a visit from our dear friend, Judge Faye Harrison, this week. (Did you know that her name is on the November ballot?) Take a look at this week's newsletter.
God is our refuge and strength, an ever-present help in trouble. Ps. 46:1
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Welcome! Our memory folder is now available by clicking the link "Memory Book" link to the left. For more information, see this week's newsletter.
Blessed is the man who trusts in the Lord, whose confidence is in Him. Jeremiah 17:7
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Be kind and compassionate to one another, forgiving each other, just as in Christ God forgave you. Eph. 4:32
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Welcome! The school year is moving along smoothly in our classroom. Check out this week's newsletter.
God is our God forever and ever; He will be our guide even to the end. (Ps. 48:14)
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