The Renaissance Period
10th grade studied the Renaissance, focusing on the individuals who made lasting contributions during that time. Students made PowerPoint presentations on such figures as Martin Luther, Michelangelo, and Isaac Newton. They also wrote essays explaining the significance of their figure. The ideas and art of this time period affected the rest of history and how humans think and interact. The rest of the year we will be exploring the ramifications of these great men and women.
Miss Schutz
Ancient Rome
9th grade studied Ancient Rome especially focusing on why Rome fell. Many point to similarities between America today and Ancient Rome. We discussed the similarities in politics and culture, and how history affects how we see the news today. We also created long timelines that are taller than some of the freshmen. We will continue to add to them as the year goes on so students can begin to view history spatially. This will help students understand that while the Zhou dynasty is in power in China, Athens is experiencing its golden age under Pericles. Seeing that visually will cause students to begin to see how events and people across time and place affect each other.
Miss Schutz
This is what has been happening in Kindergarten over the past few weeks!
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Travel With Us
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 6:9
December has flown by!
We have learned much about the geography, history, and culture of Spain, Argentina, & Bolivia, while journeying through Castilla and Leon with the honorable legendary knight, El CID of Vivar.
This year we begin our journey into the country of Bolivia, while venturing into the adventures of Lazarillo de Tormes, a young orphan who tries to find life outside of his slave hood in Spain.
Mrs. J-P
December is flying by!
We have traveled and learned about Argentina, as well as their passion for the sport of soccer, the art of playwriting, and the art of the flamenco dance. This new year, we will learn about the differences between living in the country versus living in the city, and it’s interesting to observe how many would prefer living the country and vice versa. Journey with us as our Spanish vocabulary increases to greater heights. I encourage you, if possible, to continue to speak Spanish with your child(ren), as this will enable learning all throughout.
Mrs. J-P
December has flown by!
After having traveled via train through Chapter 1, we now rest in Chapter 2. This New Year, we will learn to ask for a menu and identify parts of a restaurant. Eat and learn with us. We shall continue learning how to conjugate verbs using the past preterit tense.
Journey with us as our Spanish vocabulary increases to greater heights. I encourage you, if possible, to continue to speak Spanish with your child(ren), as this will enable learning all throughout.
Mrs. J-P
Three Kings Day
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 6:9
December is flying by!
This month we had revisited Ser & Estar (to be or to be… that is the question!); coinciding with stem-changing verbs & vocabulary on Sports.
As we journey through Spanish culture, it’s rather interesting how Three Kings Day happens to be celebrated across many Spanish-speaking countries.
After having created a personalized Gratitude Presentation last month, this month students will be asked to create their views on this special holiday, rarely visible in our country. For many, the celebration of God’s gift does not end on Dec. 25th, but goes beyond the New Year.
Let us learn together!
Mrs. J-P
Three Kings Day
For to us a child is born, to us a son is given, and the government will be on his shoulders. And he will be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace. Isaiah 6:9
December is flying by!
This month we had revisited Ser & Estar (to be or to be… that is the question!); coinciding with descriptive vocabulary.
As we journey through Spanish culture, it’s rather interesting how Three Kings Day happens to be celebrated across many Spanish-speaking countries.
After having created a personalized Gratitude Presentation last month, this month students will be asked to create their views on this special holiday, rarely visible in our country. For many, the celebration of God’s gift does not end on Dec. 25th, but goes beyond the New Year.
Let us learn together!
Mrs. J-P