Newsletter: Show It Off!

Important

I look forward to seeing you April 29th at 1:45 for our Show It Off  day. Students will begin with a drum performance and then show off all their projects and essays from the year.

This Wednesday, 8th graders will be taking the state test for Science.

Upcoming Dates

§  April 29th is Show It Off Day beginning at 1:45pm.

§  May 11th is a minimum  day with Awards Assembly.

§  8th graders Science test April 27th.

§  6th-8th ELA tests May 2nd-5th.

§  6th-8th Math tests May 18th, 19th, 23rd and 24th.

New

In ELA, students will finish writing a narrative of their own adversity and present it to the class.

In science, we will finish up metamorphic rock and the rock cycle.

In social studies, we will dive into the Rennaissance!

Updates and Info

Students brought so much creativity and thoughtfulness to their modern day adversity poems and monologues. We explored metamorphic rock and completed our social studies presentations and assessment on Meso-American civilizations.

Students discussed sugar content in drinks and advertising strategies during a presentation from a community nutrition expert entitled "Rethink your Drink." All the learning ended with a recipe and taste test of a delicious, healthy smoothie!

Newsletter: Social Skills and Volunteer Request

Important

I've encouraged students to come talk to me and share social issues they notice at school. I've been able to help mediate many conflicts, but this can only happen with student participation. I have an Anonymous mailbox, and I respect confidentiality. I also encourage family members to shoot me an email or give a call if they have any concerns. This is a critical time period in your student's development as they learn how to navigate relationships with their peers successfully. I look forward to helping!

        

I also shared with students that tattling is to get someone in trouble and reporting is about keeping someone safe. Safety is paramount to our school atmosphere and it's important students take resposibility for reporting when necessary.

Upcoming Dates

§  April 22nd is a make-up snow day - no school.

§  April 29th is Show It Off Day beginning at 1:45pm.

§  8th graders Science test April 27th.

§  6th-8th ELA tests May 2nd-5th.

§  6th-8th Math tests May 18th, 19th, 23rd and 24th.

New

In ELA, students will finish writing a narrative of their own adversity and prepare to present it to the class.

In science, we will be looking at metamorphic rock.

In social studies, the final Meso-America presentations will be completed and students will be assessed on their learning.

Updates and Info

Students outlined and and began drafting their modern day adversity poems and monologues. We studied model monologues and poems for sequence, content, and context. Students presented their social studies Prezis! We spent time on Friday perfecting our drumming for the Show it Off Day performance.

Students received their coupons to purchase books from Scholastic on Wednesday. Orders are due tomorrow.

I'm looking for volunteers to help with graduation set up and clean up. If you are willing to help with set-up June 6th and June 7th or clean up June 9th or 10th, please let me know.

Newsletter: State Testing Dates

Important

I've scheduled testing days for the upcoming state tests. Please try to avoid scheduling doctor's appointments or travel days during these time frames. Of course, if students are ill or there is an urgent appointment, make-up testing will be available.

We encourage students to prepare for testing days by showing up well-rested having eated a nutritional breakfast.

8th graders will take the Science test April 27th.

6th-8th will take English Language Arts tests May 2nd-5th.

6th-8th will take Math tests May 18th, 19th, 23rd and 24th.

Upcoming Dates

§  April 13th is a minimum day with Awards Assembly in the morning. School releases at 12:45.

§  April 22nd is a make-up snow day - no school.

§  April 29th is Show It Off Day beginning at 1:45pm.

New

In ELA, students will begin writing a narrative of their own adversity - they will each choose between writing a monologue or concrete poem.

In science, we will be looking at metamorphic rock.

In social studies, each expert groups will present on their assigned civilizations of Mesoamerica.

Updates and Info

Students compared and contrasted different genres expressing similar themes including concrete poetry, songs, letters, and news articles. We completed Prezi social studies project and began practicing our presentation skills. In science we learned about types of mountain formations. Drumming on Friday afternoons has been great!

The trimester ends the 26th and I will be collecting service learning forms on February 19th. Please check in with your student about how he or she plans to fulfill this requirement.

The visit from Downieville Highschool was very informative. It's been great to watch students engage in discussion regarding their future academic plans.

Newsletter: Track and Field, Concrete Poetry

Important

8th Graders: The second fundraiser for 8th grade sip day is this coming Saturday the 9th. 8th graders need to be at the Vista Point Work Center by 7:30 am. A flyer will be going home as well.

Track and field season is here! For further information, check out the information sent home.

Upcoming Dates

§  April 6th and April 13th are minimum days. School releases at 12:45.

§  April 22nd is a make-up snow day - no school.

§  April 29th is Show It Off Day beginning at 1:45pm.

New

In ELA, we will continue analyzing concrete poetry for theme by reading Blue Lipstick and Technically It's Not My Fault.

In science, we will be looking at mountains and metamorphic rock.

In social studies, we will be working in expert groups to develop a Prezi presentation for the whole class.

Updates and Info

Students explored and analyzed concrete poetry in our books, Blue Lipstick and Technically It's Not My Fault. We finished up research for our Prezi social studies project. In science we looked at how plate tectonics create landforms.

Family Math Night was a wonderful evening connecting over learning and sharing goals for students.

We have invited a percussion instructor to work with students on Friday's in April. Come to Show It Off Day to check out their performance.

A representative from Downieville Highschool will be coming to Camptonville April 6th at 10:15 to share information regarding their highschool program.