The Monarch for Thursday December 13th, 2007

At left, Ivan, Stephen, and Phillip practice their roles as the Three Wise men.





From Mrs. Groves...

• In math classes, the sixth graders are gaining a better understanding of decimals and are beginning to use them in algebraic expressions.
• Seventh graders are working with the computation of integers (positive and negative numbers), and graphing ordered pairs on a coordinate plane.
• Eighth graders are exploring exponential notation, squares, square roots, and applications of the Pythagorean Theorem. They seem to understand this concept very well.

From Mr. Carlstedt...

• On Saturday December 8th, several 7th and 8th graders were involved in the Second Annual Middle School Mock Trial Competition. Held at Noblesville middle school, the students acted as attorneys, witnesses, defendants, and plaintiffs in a civil lawsuit.
• The students applied skills from asking questions, following directions, and thinking on their feet. Aside from necessary instruction, the students constructed questions, thought out answers, and learned to think quickly using their knowledge of the case. A parent, Jim Osborn, was instrumental as legal advisor. A warm ‘thank you’ to him!

From Mrs. Schaefer...

• All middle school students were shown the video “The Nativity”.
• Next week we will have a discussion on the students’ feelings on the birth of Jesus—in the past and if He were born today.

From Mr. Heneghan...

• The 8th graders have been busy preparing for the Nativity play, to be presented in concert with the Christmas musical program next Friday. We can’t wait to transport you back to the story of the birth of Jesus.
• Thank you to all families who helped with our 8th grade poinsettia sale. Pick up is today between 3:30-6pm in Doyle Hall.