This year the reading lab has experienced many fun activities. . Middle School created a media collage and presented many pieces of poetry and short stories to the whole class. Many videos were presented to the class to introduce a topic. . Sixth grade acquired many skills for reading that was highlighted in the daybook. Seventh grade explored the origins of the Harlem Renaissance through the writings of Langston Hughes. And last but not least, eighth grade shared memorable memories through heartfelt reflections of short stories and poems all provided through the Daybook. All in all, the year was a fun filled adventure for each grade.
We learned about many new and exciting things in Science this year.. Through the several labs, students learned about fingerprints, cell division, genetics, and more. Students also had to choose their favorite parts after each chapter and create fascinating projects about them. Thank you all for a wonderful and crazy yearJ! Mr. West
In November we went on a trip to Petco Land. There we picked a new class pet: a beta fish. One of our students, Luis Velez, volunteered to take care of the fish during holidays in the school year. Thanks a lot Luis!
Ms. West
During this school year our class worked on various projects. After each chapter, students would choose their favorite part or what they had learned about the chapter. Projects were hung proudly in the classroom for all to see and learn. We also completed projects for Women’s Month and President’s Day. The election was one of our most interesting subjects. Students picked which party they felt they would like to vote for Democrat/Republican. We also learned about our judicial systems and how the United States grew to become an amazing country.
Ms. West
When asked, eighth grade student, Haley Strong said, “I think this year was a lot of fun! I especially enjoyed the cookie experiment!” (we removed chocolate chips from chocolate chip cookies to show how mining affects the environment) “Those cookies tasted GOOD!”
Ms. West
In class the students learned about volcanoes, tectonic plates and natural disasters. The class’s favorite was oceanography. Over one of the breaks, the students did projects on earth Day and Water Conservation. We learned a few ways to do our part in conserving water which are: turn the tap off when brushing your teeth, not washing the car with a hose, fixing the leak in your faucet and taking a minute out of your daily shower (if you take baths, you can fill your bathtub only half way.)
Ms. West
On May 14th the eighth grade science class went on a trip to the Museum of natural History to study the exhibits on display of minerals and rocks. During the trip, the students had lots of fun exploring and learning new things. They were able to interact with the exhibits that they saw.
The students spoke with a lady who displayed a collection (demonstration of rocks) and explained what they were made of, what they could be made into and how they felt. Did you know that toothpaste contains fluoride? The students also saw gold in the form it has before humans shape it into necklaces, bracelets and other things we use gold for today. We also were able to see precious gems such as sapphires, rubies and diamonds in their original forms (when they are still in contact with the earth; we even got to see fool’s gold!)
Ms. West
Sixth and Seventh Grade English classes continue a pace, mastering the technical side of regular and irregular verbs commonly misused in speech and writing. The English “Lab” that meets in Room 302 has experienced a variety of styles in poetry and expository writing. The students’ own creative pieces showed evidence of a large amount of talent, particularly in regards to poetry. It is my prayer that the students will use their pens to praise the Lord as David did.
The “End of the Year” Resource Room trips went very well this year. Both Middle School students and High School students went on separate days to Johnny Rockets Restaurant at the Atlas Mall and then to Juniper Valley Park for “R & R”. For each trip the weather forecast looked ominously wet and stormy, however God was merciful and the sun broke through at the last moment to allow for an absolutely beautiful day at the park. “Some how” the Middle Schoolers aquired water toys and had a great time getting wet! Anyway, I look forward to next year’s trips.
Mrs. Kemp
This year I have had the privilege of teaching Physical Education for Grades three through twelve. The year has been a wonderful learning experience filled with awesome memories. Some of my fonder memories include: One Sport that was introduced this year amongst the 7th grade was called Team Handball. The object of this game is to throw a “team handball” across the three-point line, past a goalie, and into the net. Those seventh graders who held the position of goalie were determined, focused, and resolute in stopping the ball by any means possible. Whether it meant diving to stop the ball or putting their body in the balls path, they were willing to do what ever it took to stop it. I will never forget the faces that they made