This class will focus on creative writing and will include a unit on poetry with a focus on figurative language and poetry writing. The class will also cover narrative writing. with an emphasis on story elements (plot, character, conflict, theme, setting), writing with detail, and more! Students will explore allegory through the reading of C.S. Lewis' "The Lion The Witch and the Wardrobe." A copy of the book will be provided by the teacher to be borrowed for the semester. The book will also help with story writing as Lewis writes with detail and engaging dialogue.
Students will need a writing notebook, pencil, sticky notes, and highlighters. Access to a computer will be needed at home to access Google Classroom documents and type coursework for grading.
All students will be given points and feedback for assignments. Homework is minimal for this class.
Requirements:
This class is designed for grades 5-8 (about ages 10-14).
Tuesday - Computer Lab - 125: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
Join us for this challenge-based engineering course in which students will apply STEM concepts to solve problems they may encounter in the real world! Students will work individually or as teams in each unit to create a solution to the unit challenge with some guidance from the teacher. Examples of challenges that have been implemented in class include the long-distance launcher, the Roman aqueduct project, the paper airplane challenge, the bridge challenge, etc. Concluding the course, students will present their favorite work on the final day of class. ***BECAUSE OF THE HANDS-ON NATURE OF THIS COURSE IT REQUIRES 1-2 PARENT ASSISTANTS. IF YOU ARE WILLING TO BE AN ASSISTANT IN THIS CLASS, YOUR STUDENT GETS A 50% DISCOUNT ON THEIR TEACHER FEES. To be an assistant in this class simply register yourself the same way you registered your child.
Requirements:
Students must have the ability to independently use a hot glue gun, follow directions, and have a willingness to learn new things. Students must also be able to keep a notebook, take notes, and understand basic step-by-step written instructions.
Tuesday - Computer Lab - 125: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Tuesday - Science Lab - 127: 11:00 am - 11:50 am
Description:
Join us for this challenge-based engineering course in which students will apply STEM concepts to solve problems they may encounter in the real world! Students will work individually or as teams in each unit to create a solution to the unit challenge with some guidance from the teacher. Examples of challenges that have been implemented in class include the long-distance launcher, the Roman aqueduct project, the paper airplane challenge, the bridge challenge, etc. Concluding the course, students will present their favorite work on the final day of class. ***BECAUSE OF THE HANDS-ON NATURE OF THIS COURSE IT REQUIRES 1-2 PARENT ASSISTANTS. IF YOU ARE WILLING TO BE AN ASSISTANT IN THIS CLASS, YOUR STUDENT GETS A 50% DISCOUNT ON THEIR TEACHER FEES. To be an assistant in this class simply register yourself the same way you registered your child.
Requirements:
Students must have the ability to independently use a hot glue gun, follow directions, and have a willingness to learn new things. Students must also be able to keep a notebook, take notes, and understand basic step-by-step written instructions.
Monday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulatives regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch before coming to class to help assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each Student will need to have the Beta Math U See Student pack which includes a workbook and test book (orange book). Parent's signature is required on all student's weekly quizzes, unit tests and final test. All IEP students must be accompanied by a parent during each class.
Monday - Classroom - 228: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 228: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulatives regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch before coming to class to help assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each student will need to have the Beta Math U See Student pack which includes a workbook and test book (orange book). Parent's signature is required on all student's weekly quizzes, unit tests and final test. All IEP students must be accompanied by a parent during each class.
Monday - Classroom - 228: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 228: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulatives regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch before coming to class to help assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each student will need to have the Beta Math U See Student pack which includes a workbook and test book (orange book). Parent's signature is required on all student's weekly quizzes, unit tests and final test. All IEP students must be accompanied by a parent during each class.
Monday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulatives regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch before coming to class to help assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each Student will need to have the Beta Math U See Student pack which includes a workbook and test book (orange book). Parent's signature is required on all student's weekly quizzes, unit tests and final test. All IEP students must be accompanied by a parent during each class.
Monday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double-digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulatives regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch to assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each student will need to have the Beta Math-U-See Student pack which includes a workbook and test book (orange book). Parent's signature is required on all student's weekly quizzes, unit tests and final test. All IEP students must be accompanied by a parent during each class.
Monday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 224: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double-digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulatives regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch to assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each student will need to have the Beta Math-U-See Student pack which includes a workbook and test book (orange book).
Monday - Classroom - 218: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Wednesday - Classroom - 218: 10:00 am - 10:50 am
Description:
This curriculum focuses on double digit addition and subtraction and also covers: place value, inequalities, skip counting, money, rounding, measurements, perimeter, and thousands place value notation. We will be using manipulative regularly in class to help the students visually see how numbers easily work together. Each student will have access to a weekly video they can watch before coming to class to help assist them in their understanding of the lesson.
Requirements:
Each student will need to have the Beta Math U See workbook book and test book (orange ones). Parent's signature are required on all student's weekly quizzes. All IEP students must be accompanied by a parent during each class.