Welcome to our new digital newsletter, designed to keep you informed and connected. This anytime-access resource replaces the email you were receiving last semester. Starting today, you can look forward to key updates every two weeks, published each Friday before a new unit begins. This resource is tailored specifically for our virtual school families.
To help you stay on top of your schedule, we’ve included an ‘At a Glance’ summary at the top of every edition, so now you can get the essentials in seconds.
At a Glance
- No virtual classes on Monday, January 19
- Temporary holiday schedule adjustments
- Use Formative consistently to build math skills
- Language Arts classes moved to 12:00 PM on Friday, Jan. 23
- Coached class: Starting History Unit 3
- Student Workbooks: Continuing History Master Student Project
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday, Monday, January 19
In observance of the U.S. federal holiday, Martin Luther King Jr. Day, we will not hold virtual school classes on Monday, January 19. We are grateful for the profound legacy of Dr. King, whose visionary leadership in the Civil Rights Movement helped pave the way for a more just and equal society. His unwavering commitment to justice and non-violence continues to inspire us to treat every individual with dignity and respect as we work together toward a brighter future.
Temporary holiday schedule
As a result of the holiday schedule, here are the class times for the week of January 19 – 23:
Coached classes will run Tuesday–Friday instead of Monday–Thursday.
Language Arts classes will move to 12:00 PM on Friday instead of 9:30 AM on Friday.
Math
We’re halfway through the school year, and students have made great progress in math! This is an important time to stay consistent. Students should continue practicing in Formative and actively working with math coaches to strengthen understanding and build confidence. Steady effort now helps skills stick and sets students up for success in the months ahead.
Language Arts
This January, students in Levels 4 and 6–8 will be diving into engaging nonfiction texts, building strong comprehension and critical thinking skills. Level 5 learners will be enjoying the historical fiction novel, A Single Shard, exploring history through story and character.
We’re excited for the thoughtful discussions and learning ahead! Be sure to check your child’s Language Arts class Resources tab to ensure you have access to the books needed for each new unit.
History: Revolution and change – Unit 3
Get ready to travel across the Atlantic and beyond as we explore how revolutionary ideas spread around the world! In Unit 3 of History: Revolution and Change, we’ll dive into the French Revolution and discover how calls for liberty and equality reshaped nations. We’ll meet bold leaders like Simón Bolívar and José de San Martín, then return to America to see how the Articles of Confederation gave way to the Constitutional Convention and the creation of the U.S. Constitution. This unit is all about big ideas, brave leaders, and how new nations were built from bold dreams.
Continuing Student Master Project: As a reminder, our student project for history is different than other subjects. We call it a “Master Project”, because it is completed throughout the entire course (Units 1-4) and helps students to develop a deeper understanding of their choice of any American hero.
To help students manage the project throughout the year, we have broken down the tasks by unit. So look for Unit 3 in the workbook.
Regardless of where they are at in their Master Project, we hope students will participate and gain a strong “love, understanding, and appreciation for America…” (AHS Mission Statement).
Access the Master Student project guides in the Resources Tab of History: Revolution and Change.
We Love to Hear from You
Let’s stay in touch. Here are three great ways to reach us:
- Schedule a consultation for current virtual school families here.
- Email us at familyschool@ahsworldwide.org
- Send us a chat from 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM from Family School or our website chat button.
