This Week
         We said good-bye to Ms. Benloulou on Thursday.  She had a wonderful time with us and endeared herself to the students with her pleasant manner and her energy.  We wish her all the best in her teaching career. 
This week we will be starting to develop the plan for our year-end production.  We have decided to do a dance show and will incorporate a variety of dances into a scripted show based on something like “So You Think You Can Dance”.  The dance show will be presented in mid-June.    
          
Math: In geometry we’re investigating polygons.
Reading: This week we will be starting a Literature Circle unit on the theme of adventure.  Students will be choosing novels from a selection, reading the books, then coming together in small groups to discuss aspects of the books, plus do some activities.  Lit Circles will continue for several weeks. 
Writing:  We are continuing with students writing a creative story.       
Computer: Students have quickly learned how to create a powerpoint and have created one based on their choice.  Next, I will challenge them to complete a research topic and create a powerpoint on it.
Science: Students have learned some general aspects of the digestive system and this week we will be conducting some experiments on carbohydrates. Students will be asked to bring some foods from home to complete a starch test.
Art: Weaving has been a huge success and students have enjoyed it immensely.  Next we’re going to start drawing the human body starting with the face.
PE: Wednesday—jogging and fitness; Tuesday--dance; Monday and Thursday are game day.  This week we’re going to learn some crazy dances from the 50s and 60s. 

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