This fall students in fifth and seventh grade will be studying chemistry and why it matters. To begin our unit of study, students performed and observed experiments involving physical and chemical changes. From there, students were brought outside to search for physical and chemical changes in their own backyard. The emphasis on this unit of Read More >>
13 Colonies Update
After looking at maps and realizing how many people were already here in the “new world” each student was assigned a tribe to read about, do research on and report about their customs, homes, food and more. Students were also given picture of Native Americans in different situations and used VTS (visual thinking strategy) to figure Read More >>
Fractions
Students in fourth and fifth grade have been learning about fractions over the past five weeks. Throughout these five weeks students have learned how to make equivalent fractions, simplify fractions, compare fractions, and order fractions. Throughout the unit the students have reviewed and learned some new math vocabulary. Some of the new vocabulary that the Read More >>
Ancient India
Students in Second Grade through Fifth Grade have been learning about the different aspects of Ancient Indian culture. With our student teacher, Erica, they learned about the different foods that were eaten in Ancient India, as well as the social Caste System that was a way of life for Hindus. We started by looking at Read More >>
Geometry
Our 5th graders have been working on all facets of geometry lately. They started with reviewing polygons during class and individual time on their contracts. They played games such as: Guess My Rule and Get it Together Polygon 1-4. The challenge lately has been measuring all types of angles using protractors. An angle hunt around Read More >>