Elementary School

Home-School Connection

Anas ibn Malik reported: The Messenger of Allah, peace and blessings be upon him, said, “If the Resurrection were established upon one of you while he has in his hand a sapling, then let him plant it.”

Source: Musnad Ahmad 12491

“To waste, to destroy our natural resources, to skin and exhaust the land instead of using it so as to

increase its usefulness, will result in undermining in the days of our children the very prosperity

which we ought by right to hand down to them amplified and developed.”

― Theodore Roosevelt

April/May 2015

Message from Sister Bibi Baksh, Elementary School Instructional Leader

Progress Reports were sent home. Please make sure you set up a meeting with

your child’s teacher if you have questions, and especially if a meeting is requested

by the teacher.

Academics:

We have about two full months left of school. Please be reassured that teachers are

still teaching, and the Principal and I continue to monitor instructions. All

Elementary teachers will be sending a curriculum update by Monday, May 11th

so

parents are aware of what to expect in the classroom.

School Policies:

All students are expected to be punctual and follow school policies. Specifically,

students must wear school uniform unless otherwise directed. Sandals or open toe

shoes are not allowed. Students play in the playground and school yard and

serious injuries can occur due to inappropriate attire. Students with inappropriate

footwear will not be allowed to play.

Parties Requested by Parents:

Recently, quite a few parents have been inquiring about birthday parties. Please be

reminded we do not celebrate birthdays or fulfill requests by parents for parties.

Upcoming Events:

Flower Day: May 19th

Annual Fundraiser: May 30th

http://andalusiaschool.org/wp-content/uploads/2015/05/Fundraising-Dinner-

Flyer.jpg

Graduation for Pre-K, Kindergarten and 5th

Grade: June 11th

, 2015 at 10:00 am

ES Awards Ceremony: Tuesday, June 23rd

at 9:30 am

For a complete list of events, please visit our website at:

http://andalusiaschool.org/events-calendar-2/

Thanks to all the parents who supported us in the Islamic Show. Please click

on the link below to enjoy the performances:

http://andalusiaschool.org/gallery/

Please click on link for student of the month winners:

http://andalusiaschool.org/student-of-month-awards/ Spelling Bee Winners 2015

Kindergarten: 1st Deen Giljic 2nd Ayser Adams 3rd Amaan Shariff

1st grade: 1st Meral Hakeem Alhariri 2nd Atika Saleem 3rd Maryam Aamir

2nd grade: 1st Huzhaifah Jamshaid 2nd Muhammad Abdul Raqeeb 3rd Uzair Bashar

3rd grade: 1st Saajid Abdur Rohman 2nd Waiz Aamir 3rd Hadia Jamshaid

4th grade: 1st Asiyah Abbas 2nd Manaar Gulrukh 3rd Fatima Dzhambekova

5th grade: 1st Ashan Rahim 2nd Duaa Mir 3rd Maryam Rached

6th grade: 1st Kareema Ghaswala 2nd Ayoub Rached 3rd Salma Nasser

7th grade: 1st Khadijah Kamal 2nd Qusay Alomari 3rd Aysha Dzhambekova

8th grade: 1st Sofia Eltanikhy 2nd Fahim Rahman 3rd Tasnima Ahsan

Science Fair Winners 2015

3rd grade Fatimah Azeez, Omar Izzat, Saajid Abdur Rohman

4th grade Asiyah Abbas, Khalid Mahadeen, Ilham Lawani

5th grade Ayat Ijbara, Kamelah Khan, Maryam Rached

6th grade Kareema Ghaswala, Fatima Ali, Anum Azeem

7th Grade Khadijah Kamal, Medina Jasavic,

8th Grade Khalisah Gafur, Firdaus Mohammed, Tasnima Ahsan

On March 27th, 2015 we celebrated the success of our Spelling Bee and Science Fair achievers.

Our Middle School English Teacher, Mr. James Finnan addressed our students and parents:

On behalf of the middle school, I would like to congratulate the winners and participants of this

year's Spelling Bee and Science Fair.

In this country, some families obsess over their child's participation in the Script's National

Spelling Bee, an annual event that is nationally televised. Highlights are even shown on ESPN.

Now, our local and subsequent regional Spelling Bees demanded no such spectacle. But

regardless, our students demonstrated great poise and courage knowing that they had to speak

and perform in front of many. So even though you may not see any Andalusia School students on

television during this year's Script's National Spelling Bee, they are developing the skills

necessary to speak in front of audiences and judges and boards rooms, and so they should be

praised for the aforementioned courage they've shown.

I would also like to commend students for their participation in this year's Science Fair. Through

hard work and a hunger for scientific inquiry, these students showed a willingness to work

together to solve problems. Yes, they learned how to demonstrate the scientific process, but they

also about themselves. They learned how to be leaders and manage other individuals. They

learned how to fulfill important roles and be relied upon. They learned how to work

independently--and with a deadline--to complete a collective task. My hope is that students apply

this knowledge to elementary school, middle school, high school, and beyond. Thereby they will

continue to grow both as individuals and as participants in this great society. We should all be

very proud.

Thank you to all volunteers, teachers, parents, and anyone else who helped conduct the Spelling

Bee and Science Fair, especially elementary school for their fundamental and critical role in

organizing these events. Thank you very much!

A Peek at Our Recent Trips

Trip to SONY Wonder Technology Lab in New York: March 12th

Trip to National Museum of Mathematics: March 17th

Stepping Stones Museum

April’s Book of the Month:

The Curious Garden by Peter Brown is an environmentally friendly book about a young boy,

Liam, who finds a way to change his factory ridden city into a wonderfully lush green place.

This is a great way to teach our children about being environmentally friendly and how it really

affects our living.

Grade 1 Earth Day Celebration

Book of the Month Bulletin Boards

Grade 1

Pre-K

Kindergarten

Writer’s Corner: Response to Book of the Month by Grade 1

Grade 5 Informative Writing: Maya Ruins is a beautiful place to visit. There are many

amazing characteristics in it. There are also many ancient items that are very old and have been

there for many centuries.

Let’s start out with the structure of the pyramids. The structure of the pyramids is a huge part of

their characteristics. In the text the author states “They all have a stepped shape.” This shows us

that they are all different and unique. Also, you don't have to look at the same shaped pyramids

over and over again. This will make your trip even more fun than it already is.

The size of the pyramids is also a big part of how the pyramid is constructed. In Elmirador the

platforms are huge! In the text the author states that “The size of the platforms is the size of

eighteen football fields.” That is really big. Also, the author says that the pyramid, Le Danta is

“one of the tallest structures in the word” and that “La Danta takes more space than Egypt's

largest pyramid”. This shows us that the pyramids are very huge, which is a big part of how

much you will be able to enjoy your visit.

These characteristics are a big part of your trip. However, the most important part is the wildlife.

In Mayas Ruins there are many wild animals. For example, howler monkeys and at least 183

species of birds are found in Mayas Ruins.

After all, Mayas Tikal is an amazingly fun, and educational place to visit! I really recommend

going. Enjoy your trip!

Zaina Alomari

Summary of Story: visual representation

Pre-K Student

Grade 3 Comparative Essay

“Yonder Mountain, A Cherokee Legend”

In the story “Yonder Mountain, A Cherokee Legend,” there are three main characters

and an old man named Chief Sky. Chief Sky is looking for someone that can be the leader of his

tribe because he is getting too old. So Chief Sky told three young men, Black Bear, Grey Wolf,

and Soaring Eagle to bring something back from the top of Yonder Mountain. The three main

characters are similar and different, and I am going to discuss their actions in the story.

The first man to try to go up the mountain was Black Bear. He climbed to the side of the

mountain and rested. Also, he found shining stones before he shut his eyes. Finally, he brought

back the stones to his tribe. He said that they could trade the stones for food, and they will never

starve again.

The second character to attempt to go up Yonder Mountain is Wolf. He climbed to the middle of

the mountain. Also, he rested on a rock. Before he could shut his eyes he saw herbs. Finally, he

went back to the tribe, the tribe clapped. He spread the herbs in front of Chief Sky’s feet and said

that they could use the herbs to heal his tribe and they will never get sick again.

Soaring Eagle actually made it to the top of the mountain. The tribe waited 7 days for Soaring

Eagle. He came back with nothing but bleeding feet and a story. After he told the story, Sky put

his coat around Soaring Eagle.

Soaring Eagle shows he is more caring that the others because he doesn't only care

about his tribe, he cares about other tribes too. Two details to support this is he went to save

some people from another tribe. The second detail is that he is caring, loving, and he will never

give on people who are in need of help.

The Chief chose Soaring Eagle as the new chief over Black Bear and Grey Wolf because Soaring

Eagle listens carefully and actually completes his missions. He is kind, and doesn't only care

about himself; he cares about other tribes and people. That is why Chief Sky chose Soaring

Eagle as the new Chief.

Aisha Rasheed

Prompt: If the Three Bears had not come home, how do you think the story would have

ended?

Goldilocks would have slept for 3 hours. When she woke up, she would have cut up their

clothes. After that, Goldilocks would leave. Then, the three bears would come home and they

would call the police.

Aisha Salah – Kindergarten

Grade 4 Earth Day Piece

Dear respected school mates,

Many animals are in danger and I think we can help and stand up. Plastic trash is causing big

problems for the world’s oceans, and it is misunderstood as food to animals. I’m very worried.

Furthermore, animals are being killed for clothes, food and more things. Many animals are

becoming extinct even this second because of humans. Humans are destroying their habitats.

That’s not all; there is danger ahead because pollution is hurting the Great Barrier Reef.

Australia’s government is fighting back though. They sent back a ship dumping materials in the

marine park and hunting is now illegal to protect the endangered animals. Moreover, most of the

turtles that wash up in Cape Cod are in danger and people are lending a hand to help the turtles.

Usually, volunteers receive the reptiles and take them to a nearby aquarium for medical care.

Their goal is to get the turtles healthy and to set them free. I feel that although all these species

are in danger, I believe we can help stop it from spreading and by giving a helping hand.

Sincerely,

Kiran

2nd Grade’s Poetry Garden

Poetry by Grade 2 students

Circus Time

Acrobats flip around in the air,

Clowns toss around a chair.

Jugglers are amazing with their hands,

There might even be marching bands!

Magicians play with swords and fire.

Look at those clowns walk that wire!

Children eat lots of popcorn,

That clown car has a loud horn!

Monkeys take an elephant ride,

Everyone stares with eyes opened wide!

By Adam Alomari

Spring Things

Monkey bars, slides and swings,

Day at the neighborhood park.

Flowers, bees, and squirrels,

A day of planting with my Mom.

Watermelons, strawberries, and pineapples,

A day of shopping for my favorite Spring fruits.

Chicken legs, corns, and steaks,

A day of a barbeque feast.

Autumn, Summer, and Winter,

No, No, No! A wonderful day of Spring.

Mohammad Raqeeb

Balloons

They sit in a colorful bunch,

Over the people having outdoor lunch.

They sway and play in the calm breeze,

They seem to enjoy the view with ease.

Held together by colorful strings,

Dancing around as a street musician sings.

I wonder how it feels to sit up that high,

In a world of balloon filled sky!

Sagar Sarr

Spring Rain

Flowers seem to be glowing,

Their colors are brilliant as the bright sun!

It looks like a thunderstorm is coming,

The flowers might not be able to have as much fun.

Spit, spat, the sound of heavy rainfall,

Boom! Boom! Roars the thunder.

Go away! The flowers seem to call,

When will it end they seem to wonder.

Finally, they see the rainbow,

And, the butterflies start to play.

The flowers seem to put on a show,

And, looks like the sun is here to stay.

Mustafa Koyla