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In Social Studies, we are continuing to work towards the American Revolution.  There are several upcoming primary source activities.  We continue to discuss current events through the use of political cartoons.  In the picture, students are using a Wiki space to investigate events, which led to the American Revolution.

Mrs. Lee's Math classes are studying the following topics:

Pre-algebra- Fractions

Algebra A- Absolute Value Equations

Algebra 1- Slope

Please bring writing materials to class, and Mrs. Lee will be HAPPY. Do your homework and Mrs. Lee will be HAPPY HAPPY. Study for your test and Mrs. Lee will be HAPPY HAPPY HAPPY!

In science class we are on Chapter 4 Rocks.  We have simulated the rock cycle using modeling clay and we have looked at several different igneous rock samples.  To introduce sedimentary rocks, students performed the Dissolving M&M Lab using water, vinegar, and oil to see which liquid dissolved the coating of the M&M quicker.  So far, water is winning!

It was Spirit Week this week.  Ashton is sporting Miss Sheckard's favorite team jersey. Go Cowboys!

In Miss Smith’s Academic Literacy class, students just took their first vocabulary test.  They will receive a new set of words in the next cycle.  Students are currently learning to distinguish between facts and opinions, and they will soon study how do determine the difference between what an author says explicitly, and the inferences, generalizations, and conclusions they draw on their own.  We will be focusing on each one of these individually and then we will put everything together in a culminating activity.

 In Mrs. Couch's health class students are discussing health skills that will improve their mental and social health.

For good communication one should express good body language and use active listening skills, which are crucial parts of good communication.

On Friday, Oct. 18, Ms. Suppa's English classes held our first "Literary Tea" of the year.  During Literary Tea, we have snacks and hot chocolate while we discuss our favorite books.   Thanks to all the students who brought in treats to share, and thanks to Mr. Peters and Mr. Raab for joining us to talk about books too!