Prestwick STEM Academy
Prestwick Profile Community Vol. 35
Spotlight on Learning
In 3rd grade, learners are focusing on a Science PBL (project based learning) covering learning about Adaptation and Traits while reviewing Ecosystems and Ecology.
Students are assigned a specific biome (ecosystem) and they are to work in small groups to locate one endangered species within their assigned ecosystem. They are going to research why their animal is on the endangered species list (environmental, man, climate changes).
The students will develop and publish a PSA (Public Service Announcement) advocating for the protection of their species. Over the course of the project students will attend workshops to help understand adaptations of different animals. This will allow students to better comprehend how they live, eat and survive in their environment.
This will be an informative, engaging and fun PBL!
Spring Picture Make- Up Date
Place your Spring Portrait order now:
- Go to mylifetouch.com.
- Create your own package with the sizes and quantities you want.
- Pay for your portraits online-it's easy!
PTA Meeting - 4/28 @ 6:30 pm
You do not need to be a member to attend our PTA meetings. We welcome all! New members may join PTA for just $10. Funds raised by our fabulous PTA go towards projects chosen to support the learning for our students.
This month's PTA feature presentation that will follow the meeting will be our 6-8 choir led by Mr. Aguirre, Prestwick's K-8 Music instructor.
Upcoming May Events
May 4th-8th - Teacher Appreciation Week
May 6th- School Nurse Day- Thank You Nurse Buchanan
May 8th- Kickball Field Day Grades 4 & 5 @ Cottonwood Park
May 8th- Spring School Dance & Open Gym Grades 6-8
May 13th - Volunteer Appreciation Breakfast
May 15th - Field Day K-3 @ Prestwick
May 14th - May 22nd Spring book fair
Prestwick's Career Day- May 21st
To make this event a true success we need to bring the world into our learning space with guest speakers. Thank you for making this an AMAZING experience. Help us spread the word to other interested parties as well.
If you wish to participate - you may complete this google document.
Prestwick STEM Academy Family Night at Hawaiian Falls
Look for more information to come in our weekly smore, Tuesday folder (K-5) or Tuesday email (6-8) on how to purchase tickets.