Reading: Students in their Reading classes are enjoying our class text Black Brother, Black Brother. They have been very excited about the book so far! However, these books do note leave the classroom, so please give reminders that if your student is absent they must remember to grab a book and read the chapters they missed during their Academic Study period.

Writing Workshop 6 - students are working on how to write clear, interesting topic sentences (5 different styles); and writing paragraphs. The goal is to have a strong understanding of what should be included in paragraphs so students can write a five paragraph essay on a topic that they select.

Global Systems 1: We just started our Africa unit. Our primary focus of study is the impact apartheid had on South Africa. Our travel scholars will have the opportunity to recognize diverse perspectives through this unit of study. In addition, students will also continue to build on their reading and writing skills as they analyze and respond to the various primary and secondary sources. Students will also get to promote a visit to an African country, in an upcoming summative project.

Español: Students are working on getting comfortable reading in different fragments from literary work in Spanish, poemas, novels, essays. The main purpose is for the students to enunciate and pronounce the language formally.

Below are a few reminders that you can share with your scholar to help them finish their first year of middle school successfully.

• Attend each class on time. Walk, don't run to class. Let's be safe.
• Bring the required materials to class (sharpened pencils and a folder and/or binder).
• Complete any assigned homework. Read a good book outside.
• Be kind to your classmates, your teachers, your family, and yourself.
• Get a good night's rest.
• Eat a healthy breakfast.