Weekly Update: 3/2

I hope everyone had a wonderful week!

If you have not already, please make sure to send in the 6th Grade Course Recommendation Form with your student.  We just need the white copy back!

Here is what we've been up to this week...

Science: We are wrapping up matter and chemistry unit with an investigation and MAP prep style questions. Today, we began our unit on the Circulatory System.   

Writing: We are working on drafting our argument essay. They are working on adding powerful quotations, balancing evidence with analysis, and publishing their essay. We will share these out on Wednesday of next week.

Math: We took our chapter 10 math test and began chapter 11 this week, measurement. We will focus on converting customary units of length.

Reading: We are focusing on argument and advocacy, researching debatable issues. Every student chose a debatable issue and are researching both sides of the topic. We are focusing on looking at texts for relevant information and be able to think and wonder as they read. 

Social Studies: We are wrapping up the Industrial Revolution and starting the Causes and Consequences of World War I. 


Upcoming Events: 
3/6: Father/ Daughter Dance @ 6pm
3/9: Half Day (11:50 am dismissal)
3/13: 5th Grade Spring Musical @ 7 pm
3/15: Parent/ Teacher Conferences 4-7
3/16: Half Day (11:50 am dismissal)
3/19 - 3/23: Spring Break!

Have a great weekend!

Sincerely,

Meredith Holtmann