Good morning 6th grade families! I can not believe it is May already! Only about one month left! We have a lot of events coming up! Don’t forget to check the important dates below. Thanks so much to all our chaperones who joined us at the Shedd Aquarium! The students had a blast. I truly appreciate your help!
ELA- We are working on different types of nouns, such as Compound nouns, simple nouns, concrete, and abstract. We are also going to be debating our argumentative essays, the students will need to come prepared with their facts.
Math- We just finished working on algebraic expressions. Everyone did a great job with this module. Next up we will be solving problems using equations and inequalities!
Literature- We are diving into our mystery book Chasing Vermeer. The students will try to keep track of clues to solve the mystery of the book. We will also be part of another Battle of the Books.
Social Studies- We are learning about Ancient Greece! The students have their test this Friday! We have learned alot about Ancient Greece and the students have worked on multiple projects about Gods and Goddesses.
IMPORTANT DATES
May 7th: i-Ready diagnostic testing begins! We test at 10:10am! Please make sure your child is well-rested and has eaten breakfast.
May 9th: Daddy Daughter Dance in the PC – 6:30pm
May 16th: 21+ Trivia Night in the PC – 6:30pm
May 18th: Family Mass – 10:30am
May 20th: McTeacher Night at the McDonald’s in Countryside. Catch your teachers taking orders and flipping burgers! 5-7pm
May 21st: Spring Band Concert in the PC – 7pm
May 22nd: Sports Awards Night in the PC – 6pm
May 23rd: 2pm dismissal. No aftercare!
May 26th: Memorial Day – No school!
