Week of August 26

As we head into the 3rd week of school, a lot of things become apparent. An example is the exuberance and the happiness of some students. This air will be the guide that directs the lessons for us all.

In 6th grade, students have started slowly to the transition of  middle school, but are adapting to the change. I expect them to be better this week and the following week.
This week, students will increase their learning of capitalization in a myriad of ways including capitalizing names of people, buildings, businesses, salutations, etc.

HOMEWORK: Exercises from the Element of Language  textbook and the 6th Grade Grammar Workbook

In 7th grade, students will continue to learn about clauses and phrases and the differences between them. The 7th grade class has been an entertaining bunch and the learning exceptional. I will use that energy to guide us for future creative activities.

HOMEWORK: Exercises from the Element of Language  textbook and the 7th Grade Grammar Workbook

In 8th grade,  students will increase their learning of capitalization in a myriad of ways including capitalizing names of people, buildings, businesses, salutations, etc.
These students will learn at a different level and pace of their 6th grade counterparts, so most of the material covered will be a review and we can move-on to other disciplines.

HOMEWORK: Exercises from the Element of Language  textbook and the 8th Grade Grammar Workbook

All 7th and 8th grade classes have been reviewing the Writing Process and The Traits of Writing in conjunction with their upcoming research papers in Mrs. Agurcia's science classes.

Let's have a fantastic week of learning. Achieving is Believing!!

“Be yourself; everyone else is already taken.” - Oscar Wilde

Discovery News:

PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT WEDNESDAY – As stated in our school calendar, the last Wednesday of every month is assigned for Teacher Professional Development. This Wednesday, August 27 is an early dismissal day for students (11:45 a.m.). We appreciate parents picking their child(dren) up promptly so our teachers can attend the professional development that has been planned for that day.

 

ECOFRIENDLY LUNCH DAY - Discovery students are aiming to be more "green" by recycling and reducing our waste production.  To promote this effort, the 10th grade Environmental Science students will be hosting Ecofriendly Lunch Day on Thursday, August 29th.  During recess, there will be games, activities, and prizes that will encourage students to pack a waste-free lunch.  Previous to this, environmental science students will be visiting classrooms to promote waste reduction and recycling.  Parents, please join with us in this effort and help your student pack a waste-free lunch each day.  For more information about waste-free lunches, please see http://www.wastefreelunches.org/