Dear Archway Family and Friends,
During one of our tactical meetings this week, our senior leadership team paused from our remote learning-focused agenda to share some things for which we are grateful. I expressed my gratitude for the basic necessities of life that we often take for granted in more ‘normal’ times – food in the pantry, a roof over our heads, and good health for ourselves and for our loved ones. Others spoke of more time with their families, especially their children – teaching them how to cook, watching them imaginatively captain the couch-turned-pirate ship, and being present as they rise each morning from their slumber. Some were grateful for the beautiful Arizona spring weather, the thousandth walk with their dog, and the opportunity to raise ducklings and chicks. It did not take long to populate a list of things for which we are truly grateful.
The nineteenth-century America social reformer, Henry Ward Beecher, remarked, “Gratitude is the fairest blossom which springs from the soul.” If we ever needed a soul spring, the season is upon us. There is much that could cause despair, but I invite you to make space for a moment of gratitude. At dinner with your family this weekend, go around the table and have each person share something for which they are thankful. Then savor the Beautiful bouquet bequeathed by the Goodness of gratitude.
Be safe. Be well.
Truly,
Mr. Fee
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GOOGLE CLASSROOM
We are strongly urging all families to use Google Classroom for the following reasons:
- This is the easiest way to access the assignments, instructional videos, and optional resources.
- There are only a few pages you may need to print out for K-4th grades. The rest of their work may be completed on a separate piece of paper.
- Grades 5th-6th do not require any pages to be printed. Your students can use a loose leaf paper for all their answers.
- EASY to upload student-completed assignment to their teacher.
Please watch the 2 minute video below that ANP parent, Ms. Harnisch made to show how easy it is to load the student's answers to Google Classroom.
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COMPLETED ASSIGNMENT UPLOAD INSTRUCTION
Super quick and easy upload instructions for a completed assignment, special thanks to ANP parent,
Ms. Harnisch for making this video! Just 2 minutes long!
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COMPLETED PACKET UPLOAD INSTRUCTIONS
Please take a few minutes to watch this informative video that was made by a teacher and parent from another Archway. The Video gives step by step instruction of how to load your student's work to google classroom.
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PARENT RESOURCE
Great Hearts developed a resource page with tools to help families with remote learning.
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STUDENT SAFETY
ZOOM MEETINGS: The safety of our students is our priority. Please do not record any zoom meetings or post any photos of zoom meetings where students faces are visible. Thank you for your understanding and cooperation.
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IMPORTANT UPCOMING DATES
April 20: Pledge of allegiance with guest faculty member & morning announcements with Mr. Fee at 8 a.m.
ANP Facebook site.
April 22: 5th & 6th Grade Coffee w/Headmaster Fee & Headmaster Jacobson via ZOOM April 24: Spirit Day Shirts with your Pet
April 24: Great Hearts is featuring a special musical ensemble with Mr. Lang, Ms. Hale, and Ms. Krause!!! ANP will also broadcast it on our
ANP Facebook site.
April 30: Last Day of the Argonaut Quarantine Virtual Race
May 1: Spirit Day Shirts with your Favorite Hat
May 8: Spirit Day Shirts with Hearts for Teacher Appreciation
May 15: Spirit Day Shirts with your Pet reading your Favorite Book
May 21: Last day of school
The Spring Festival/Carnival as been postponed to the Fall. TBD
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THE ARGON
AUT QUARANTINE VIRTUAL RACE
- Who: Archway North Phoenix Families (Adults and Children), Faculty and Teachers
- What: 1 Mile Race
- Where: Anywhere you can! Backyard loops, neighborhood loops, park loops, treadmill, or wherever you can find that is safe!
- When: You will have 2 weeks (4/16 – 4/30) to complete your best time!
- Why: To stay active during the quarantine and have some fun friendly competition within our school community!
- Cost: FREE!
- Recording/ Submitting Your Time:
- Recording Options
- GPS watch, running app on a phone, measure a distance with a car then run that route, run on a track and use a timer, etc.
- Submitting
- ENTER YOUR RESULTS – Visit this link and find your correct tab to enter your results.
- You will be able to see the results of other students/ adults who have done the race as they enter their times
- Please just type your name and then the time right after in the correct slot (Example: John Doe – 9:45)
- On your Honor! Please be honest with the times you submit. Parents please help your child(ren) submit their times.
- Can I run the race multiple times?
- Yes! If you would like to beat your 1st time that you entered, feel free to try an beat it as many times as you need to during the 2 week time frame! Just go back into the results page and change your time if you beat it!
- Prizes
- Awards will be given for 8 different categories:
- Adults, K, 1st, 2nd, 3rd, 4th, 5th, and 6th graders
- The winning time for each category will be mailed a 1st place ribbon in the mail!
- Winners will be announced in the May 1st Family Newsletter!
- Questions? Please Email srutt@archwaynorthphoenix.org
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ACADEMY GIVING
We did it Argonauts!!
Thank you for “Taking the Credit” with ANP! Your Contributions to our Tax Credit Drive, supported our extracurricular programs, allowing students to go on field trips, enjoy enrichment programs, and participate in many clubs. Thank you for making these extracurricular activities possible for all our students!
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SCHOOL DIRECTORY
The directory is broken down by classroom and your information is only included if you agreed to the disclosure during enrollment. If you have questions or would like to be added please contact: sconner@archwaynorthphoenix.org.
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Extra-Curricular Refunds/ Sign Up for Online Clubs
For families who have signed up for a club that will not be able to continue in 4
th quarter online, you can be expecting a refund for your purchase in the next few weeks.
There are several clubs which are continuing online or starting in 4
th quarter online. See below what club options are available along with the club leader email address. If you have questions about the club, please email the club leader or the Extra-Curricular Coordinator
srutt@archwaynorthphoenix.org.
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AMAZON PURCHASES
Bookmark
www.anppso.org/amazon/ when you shop through our special Amazon link, ANP will earn up to 10.5% on qualifying purchases.
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CONGRATULATIONS 2020-21 PSO BOARD
PRESIDENT: LaShon Bryant
VP: Kristin Caliendo
SECRETARY: Alexa Shelton
TREASURER: Walter Moneypenny
We are so THANKFUL to our
2019-20 PSO BOARD
for all their hard work, dedication, and their community building success!
PRESIDENT: Amanda Perkins
VP: Heather Keehn & LaShon Bryant
SECRETARY: Michelle Meyers
TREASURER: Dalia Dehelan
PSO NEWS AND UPCOMING EVENTS CHECK OUT
FACEBOOK
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NOTICE OF UPCOMING BOARD OF DIRECTORS MEETING
The next meeting date for the 2019-20 fiscal year is May 14, 2020. Meeting locations will be posted on the school website as the date approaches.
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TEACHER SPOTLIGHT
Taylor Marshall was born and raised in Columbia, SC. She graduated with a degree in Elementary Education from Covenant College in Chattanooga, TN.
Ms. Marshall has been teaching 2nd Grade at Archway North Phoenix since she moved to Phoenix five years ago. She is excited to be teaching 3rd Grade this year.
She has a passion for young hearts and minds and is so thankful to be a part of the ANP family! In addition to teaching, Ms. Marshall enjoys spending time with good friends, exploring the outdoors, traveling, cooking, and reading.
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Love and Logic tips for parents:
It’s okay to delay the consequence… or even our reaction.
I often wonder how many cases of serious child abuse have been at least partially caused by parents hearing that “consequences must always come immediately.” Even parents with toddler-aged tykes have commented, “It’s such a relief to know that I can take some time to get calmed down before I deal with a situation.”
Does it take some pressure off to know that you can say the following?
Ohhhhhhhh, I’m going to have to do something about that but not now… later.
It’s okay to feel anger. It can remind us to be “sad rather than mad.”
The mom above shared how she learned a powerful mental tool for turning her anger into a helpful reminder.
From Love and Logic, I learned that I’m not crazy just because I sometimes get mad at my kids. I learned to use my thoughts and feelings of anger as a signal to say to myself, “sad rather than mad… sad rather than mad… sad rather than mad.” I still get angry sometimes, but I’m learning to more frequently come across with empathy instead of anger.
It’s okay to take care of ourselves by setting limits.
For at least three decades, a myth has pervaded the culture of American parenting: It’s a parent’s job to make sure their children are always comfortable and happy. Because of this lie, many well-meaning parents are trying to do the exhausting job of raising kids with an empty emotional gas tank. It really is okay to say to our kids:
I love you… and I’ll be willing to do_______________ when I see that you are acting sweet.
Thanks for reading!
Jim Fay
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K-A Ms. Distler & Ms. Sloane
K-B Ms. Michael & Ms. Cremeen
K-C Ms. Baines & Ms. Garcia
K-D Ms. Leahy & Ms. Huntley
1-A Ms. Larson & Ms. Dunn
1-B Ms. Wittmann & Ms. Ray
1-C Ms. Gianforte & Ms. May
1-D Ms. Page & Ms. Wingo
2-A Ms. Herr & Ms. Hunt
2-B Ms. Alexander & Ms. Roadruch
2-C Ms. Nelson & Ms. Nahar
2-D Ms. Courchaine & Ms. Hanson
3-A Ms. Diesing & Ms. Allan
3-B Ms. Redd & Ms. Ramasubramanian
3-C Ms. Marshall & Ms. Byrnes
3-D Ms. Smith, Ms. Herman, & Ms. Hamilton
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4-A Ms. Hunter & Ms. Sundaresan
4-B Ms. Lefaive & Mr. Golich
4-C Mr. Rigas & Ms. Robb
4-D Ms. Raper & Ms. Knopf
5-A Ms. Kwan & Ms. Moore
5-B Mr. Cain & Mr. Buckley
5-C Ms. Mueller & Ms. Page
5-D Mr. Milton & Mr. Jefferson
6-A Mr. Martin & Mr. Barton
6-B Ms. Brennan & Ms. Siebneck
6-C Mr. Hamilton & Mr. Messana
6-D Ms. Marrufo & Mr. Sokolis
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Archway Classical Academy North Phoenix|
archwaynorthphoenix.org
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14100 North 32nd Street, Phoenix, AZ 85032
602 996 4355
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