Greetings Families,
I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend. Please remember that we will have no school on Monday, January 18th. As we approach the day, it might be good to take a moment and reflect on some words from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
On that note, let us look at what awaits us this week.
I hope everyone is enjoying their long weekend. Please remember that we will have no school on Monday, January 18th. As we approach the day, it might be good to take a moment and reflect on some words from Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
The function of education, therefore, is to teach one to think intensively and to think critically. But education which stops with efficiency may prove the greatest menace to society. The most dangerous criminal may be the man gifted with reason, but with no morals...We must remember that intelligence is not enough. Intelligence plus character--that is the goal of true education. The complete education gives one not only power of concentration, but worthy objectives upon which to concentrate.I am blessed to teach in a school where morality is not neglected for the sake of efficiency. Our students, who spend hours a week reflecting on great books, historical figures and events, discoveries, music, art, French, along with math, spelling, and grammar, are not only preparing for state standards assessments and future careers, but for living lives that celebrate and enjoy truth, goodness, and beauty. They are not only learning to think intensively and critically, but how to think virtuously. They are being gifted with the "worthy objects upon which to concentrate."
On that note, let us look at what awaits us this week.
Assessments at a Glance
Thursday - Math & Science (Matter and Energy)
Friday - Spalding
Lessons
Language Arts:
In Spalding we will have a shortened word list due to the short week. Writing class will complement our Vikings unit; we will be summarizing Norse mythology! In grammar we will be looking at subject pronouns and diagramming command sentences. We will go forward in our Trumpet of the Swan unit by applying our sequencing skills and understanding of perspective.
Math:
Our measurement unit continues with an introduction to miles, followed by practice on adding and subtracting mixed measurements. Though we have finished our unit on multiplication and division, it is still important that students stay fresh by practicing regularly. I would suggest that they do so a few times a week, if not more, with flash cards or technology.
History:
We continue our adventure with the Vikings by investigating the Anglo-Saxon Chronical. We will also talk about the daily lives of the Vikings and ask our scholars to imagine what life would have been like as Viking children.
Science:
Our look at sound continues with an activity that will explore pitch and sound waves with the assistance of rubber bands! The quiz on Thursday is short, but please review the content with your child to ensure they are prepared for Thursday's assessment.
Best,
Michael Naaktgeboren