It's been great being back in the classroom for a few weeks. These students have been outstanding and have handled change with a lot of maturity.
Review Geometric terms and concepts using this website:
http://www.infoplease.com/math/knowledgebox/
Immigration Day was great. The students were in character all day and we even had a swearing in ceremony with Mrs. Yates, our Assistant Principal. The family tree projects were great, too. The students were extremely excited to share their heritage.In Reading, we are halfway through "Scat", a book by Carl Hiaasen. It is extrememly descriptive. Please ask your child to update you as this story unfolds.
In S.S., we are heading into The Great War. The students are excited to learn about the new innovations in warfare since the Civil War, including airplanes, tanks, and trench warfare.
In Science, we are wrapping up States of Matter with Mrs. Vann. The students will have their writing project due to her on February 8. Then the calss gets to stay with in Douglas / LaRosa's room for the "Constructive and Destructive Forces of Nature" unit.
In Language Arts, we are writing persuasive pieces. Currently, we are writing parents a persuasive letter.
In Math, we are working very hard to understand geometry. We will continue to practice vocabulary and previously learned concepts. Students are preparing to find area of solid and 2D figures, find the volume, and circumference using formulae.
Please continue to sign agendas, daily. This is an important tool for us to communicate with. Also, please review ALL material in the Thursday folder, including their behavior update.