Dear Parents,
The end of the school year is fast approaching, and we have so many things going on. Please mark down important events on your calendars, as well as due dates for assignments. A lot of the end of year curriculum is a culmination of work that we have been doing throughout the year. The students will be taking all the skills they have learned, and putting it all together.
In social studies we are starting a research project on the geographical issues of the western hemisphere. This will entail working with a partner and identifying issues that affect the people in the western hemisphere. We will spend time researching, taking notes, analyzing data, graphs, maps, videos, texts, etc. to draw conclusions and pose solutions. A writing assignment of an essay will accompany this, as well as an oral presentation. As a culminating project our classes will have a debate on the issues. We are incorporating, reading, writing, math, communication, social studies and technology standards. You children might need some help with this project, so please ask them to keep you updated.
Important dates to remember:
Wed., May 2-Technology book reports, summaries due
Thurs., May 3-Talent show 9:30am
Fri., May 4-Furlough day, no school
Wed., May 9-Dictionary Day
Mon., May 13-Field Day
Wed., May 16-Early Release 1:15
Tues., May 29-Photo slideshow, root beer floats in gym 6:00pm
Wed., May 30-School award ceremony, pool party/continuation
Thurs., May 31-Sixth graders do not have to come to school for half day
Thank you for keeping your students focused and working for the last month of school. We still have a lot to do. If you have any questions, please email us.
Mr. Lupo, Mrs. Story
