The Monarch for Thursday, January 10, 2008

In Mrs. Bryant’s class...

Sixth grade students have been reviewing in class this week over the standards addressed in the first semester.

Sixth, seventh, and eighth grade students will explore the properties of a unique polymer in class on Friday. Be sure to ask them what they observed and where this polymer might find a useful application.

All classes seemed to enjoy a segment of the Planet Earth video series showing the vast caves of Borneo. Ask your child where Borneo is or what kind of rock makes up these caves and how they were formed; they should be able to tell you.

Eighth grade students have started working on their science fair experiments. Many ideas were suggested, or students were able to ask their own question to be answered. They are doing individual experiments, and their materials list was due to me last Tuesday. If they discover that additional, readily available materials are needed, please feel free to purchase them, and save the receipt; I will reimburse you.

In Mr. Heneghan’s class...

6th, 7th, and 8th graders have been working on essays about Central America this week. Central America is especially relevant this year, as our school has been using it as our theme. Students have been focusing on this region in art and social studies too!

New Visitation Policy

In light of the increased frequency of parents visiting school—which we love!—we would appreciate it if parents could set up their visits with the teachers beforehand. By prearranging with the teacher, you help them foster the best learning environment in our classrooms. If you just need to speak to your child during the school day, we will have your child meet you in the office, which keeps the distractions in the classroom to a minimum.