- Again, No News!? No upcoming field trips or events so for the time being, its business as usual. See below for information on classes.
- Winter Break is just around the corner! No school for students Friday, December 19th thru Monday, January 5th. Students return Tuesday, January 6th.
- Here's another 100 Mile Club plug! Most students have passed the 25-mile mark and simply need to pay the $10 fee to receive a 100 Mile Club T-Shirt. Click here for more information and please send in $10 if you haven't already (checks can be made out to DPS).
Reading
We are taking Interims this week. We should have the results scored and returned to students by next Monday. We are almost done with our novel (reading chapters 32-36) this week. Our main focus is to be able to discuss the development of theme. Students also have some additional work with Literature Circles that they will need to prep for. Of interest might be the creative task for the circle that each student will need to prepare.
Writing
We are drafting chapters (essays) for our companion books. Each student has chosen a story and they must explore at least 3 "big ideas" related to the story. These can include themes, character analyses or any other exploration of information that will enhance the understanding of the story.
EfS
Thanks to all the families who attended our Demonstration Day at Johnson & Wales University! Students worked hard with chefs to cook up some excellent snack concepts and our facilitators enjoyed their time with our class. This week, we dive right into our International Towne project. This unit offers a unique opportunity for our students to explore sustainable relationships on a macro scale globally. For more information, click here.
Math
We continue to study adding and subtracting of integers this week and prepare for the unit exam just before winter break. Remember to check your student's SchoolNet account for quiz results and check here for assignments and lessons. We are in lessons 10 thru 13 this week. Lastly, my tutoring has begun! I'm available Tuesdays from 3:45 - 4:45. Students are always welcome to drop in and get some help!.
Homework
Monday - Lesson 10: Problem Set # 1-3
Tuesday - Lesson 11: Problem Set # 1-4
Wednesday - Lesson 12: Problem Set # 1-4.
Thursday - Lesson 13: Problem Set # 1-3.
Friday - SchoolNet Quiz Today!
Have a great week!