MMS Newsletter
“Enter to Learn, Strive to Achieve!”
The MISSION of Middletown Middle School is to engage students as 21st century learners who strive to achieve their goals. We support students through rigor and active participation within a culture of cooperation, organization, determination and excellence to prepare our students for college and careers.
“The Vision of Middletown Middle School is to challenge students of all abilities to achieve excellence in a wide range of academic and cultural pursuits. Students are equipped to meet the demands and opportunities of the 21st century by receiving a differentiated, effective, and rigorous curriculum. Staff believe and demonstrate that all students can master the essential 21st century skills. The culture of Middletown Middle will include high expectations for all, frequent monitoring of student progress, multiple opportunities for student learning, high levels of engagement, exceptional communication, and daily purposeful integration of technology. We will make it a priority to recognize the academic and extracurricular achievements of our school community. Middletown Middle School will have highly-motivated professional staff and authentic partnerships between the school and home.”
Value Statements
Teachers actively engage students by interacting, moving around the classroom, and allowing them to own their learning.
Staff will have knowledge of the whole student so that lessons provide challenge and rigor for all abilities.
Teachers facilitate lessons where students are engaged, not merely compliant.
Teachers facilitate lessons that allow for students to lead and take risks.
Staff will make authentic learning opportunities a priority in the classroom.
Staff collaborates to promote 21st century student learning.
A Message from Mr. Fer
Being Part of a School Community
I hope this message finds you and your family well. I want to reiterate the appreciation all of the Middletown Middle School staff has for your support and the great work that students are doing each day since beginning distance learning. We acknowledge that there have been bumps in the road, but know that as we work through them, the process for accessing instruction and completing assignments will run much smoother. Our collaborative efforts as a community is the most important and critical aspect of distance learning and will make it a successful endeavor.
Being part of a school community means that we have the extraordinary opportunity to interact and form relationships with people from many different walks of life. The uniqueness we each possess is invaluable and enriches us. With this in mind, instead of letting our diversity divide us, we each play a part in celebrating and lifting up each member of our community, because it’s our diversity that truly binds us together and makes us stronger.
Each day the teachers and staff at Middletown Middle School model for students the journey to develop a deeper appreciation for those around us. It is a journey because initial interactions with others and entering into relationships where we must begin to know and understand who people are, where they come from and what values they hold sacred is a process that requires commitment. For me personally, I spent almost 15 years working in a private school before joining FCPS. As I began my career with Frederick County Public Schools, I quickly understood that some of my approaches to many of my professional responsibilities needed to change in order to assimilate to the new academic culture of which I was now a part. Having been positively impacted by the amazing students and staff members that make up our wonderful school system, I believe that I have grown into a more complete, well-rounded educator and am further along on my own personal journey.
As a school community we must always be aware of the important attributes that make each of us who we are and the “filters” we apply which are based on our own diverse backgrounds. These filters direct the perceptions we formulate of others and subsequently drive how we treat those around us. Frederick County Public Schools holds as one of its most critical initiatives the pursuit and encouragement of staff, students and community to persevere along the journey to being culturally proficient. A wonderful visual of the different aspects that make up individuals and filter information about others can be seen above. This specific “Dimensions of Diversity” wheel focuses on our students and everything internally, externally and organizationally that makes them who they are as unique individuals which, in turn, causes them to filter information about their classmates, teachers, etc. formulating conclusions or assumptions.
As we grow as a school community, it is always critical to remember that each and every individual within our school family is unique and possesses innate value that ultimately contributes to the rich, diverse environment that makes us an incredible community. We should always ensure that we make every effort to get to know those in our school community to the greatest extent possible so that our impressions or perspectives are not based on a “single story.” We may too often place people into groups or define who they are based on our biases or the limited manner in which we decide to interact with them. Those that are closest to us on a daily basis as well as those with whom we have very few interactions always deserve, simply based on their existence as human beings, our compassion, empathy and understanding. As a staff, we are constantly reinforcing with students being proactive and reactive with this message when appropriate. As the adults in their lives, we must choose to model the acceptance and desire to understand others that can truly make our community, state and country truly exceptional!
I am unbelievably proud to be a part of the Middletown Middle School community. Every time I have a conversation with a staff member, student or parent, I learn more and more about what it means to be a part of this community. As a result, I have developed a deep, meaningful understanding and an incredible appreciation for the individuals, families and groups that make up our unique and wonderful school family.
Administrative and Office Announcements
Principal Chat-TBA
Topics for the chats will be announced prior to each one.
Attendance
If you've been following our attendance goals, our latest attendance update includes and ends on the last day students were in the building in March.
As you know attendance has taken on a quite different meaning during our Continuity of Learning. As students, teachers, and parents transition to Continuity of Learning, being present is more about connecting online and keeping up with weekly tasks. We appreciate the energy you've expended in helping students stay connected with their teachers and classwork via Schoology. Thank you for continuing to encourage students to log in daily and keep up with their school-related tasks.
A Message from our Attendance Secretary, Mrs. McLister: Please submit any third-term attendance notes to margie.mclister@fcps.org. I will update the attendance file for your student for the term. Do not hesitate to email me regarding your child's attendance file. I will answer any questions and resolve any issues promptly.
Notes: Students are allowed 10 parent notes per year, but doctor notes are unrestricted. If at all possible at any time, please submit doctor notes for your student's absence.
Our Staff Video
If you need help......
Resources for Parents and Students:
Meals for Children: Free meals for children 18 and under distributed around the county.
Middle and High School Resources
Mental Health Resources for Parents and Guardians
To Reach a Teacher, Counselor, or Administrator:
Email is the easiest for everyone to access at this time, and can be found on the MiMS homepage under the Staff tab. Voicemails left at a school extension are also received by email. Students can reach teachers via Schoology at http://LMS.FCPS.org
For Technical Support
Visit this page for helpful Schoology information. Teachers are always a good first connection for a class-based issue, but if you need help our Technology Support Specialist, Leslie Albright is available via email at Leslie.Albright@fcps.org.
Media Resources
Middle and High School Resources; Middle School ebooks to borrow; MiMS Database Login Info
Reading and Writing Tools Now Available to Support All Learners
Beginning April 1, Google Read Write Extension (with EquatIO) will be available for all school-based staff and students. This Google extension will be readily available for school-based staff and students on the Chrome menu bar when they log in with their FCPS credentials.
Read Write Extension
Read/Write Extension supports students with distance learning in reading and writing. Using the extension, students can:
Listen to any document and/or web pages being read aloud to improve reading comprehension
Understand unfamiliar words with text and picture dictionaries
Complete writing activities using word prediction with speech to text tools
Utilize highlighting features to assist with studying
Promote independence in completing distance learning activities assigned by teachers
Quick Reference for Read Write Extension
EquatIO Extension
EquatIO can help students become independent with distance learning in mathematics and science.
Input via keyboard, handwriting recognition (via touchscreen or touchpad) and voice dictation
Guesses what you’re typing or writing - like predictive text on your smartphone
Hear your math expressions read out loud
Create interactive digital math quizzes and input student responses directly into digital quizzes
Chemistry formula prediction
For additional information on these tools, staff and students using their FCPS Login can go to this link:
If you have questions, please email acttsupport@fcps.org.
Calendar/Upcoming Events
Please note the following April 2020 calendar dates with no changes to Spring Break:
Wednesday, April 8
End of Term 3
Thursday, April 9 will remain a day off (from distance learning) for students, with teachers working that day to finalize 3rd quarter grades.
Friday, April 10 and Monday, April 13 all schools and offices are CLOSED.
Distance learning will resume Tuesday, April 14.
Other Calendar Updates:
The All-County High School Dance program scheduled for Wednesday, April 29 is canceled. The All-County High School Jazz Band program scheduled for Saturday, May 2 is canceled.
FCPS will not reschedule these events.
Builders Club
Character Counts
Character Counts
Students from each grade were recognized for the pillar of Caring for this month’s Character Counts celebration. A student who is caring is helpful and generous, kind and considerate, and being thankful and forgiving. Students were treated to a celebration of chicken tenders and macaroni and cheese generously donated by Roy Rogers! Students recognized were: Grade 6- Teagan Yarmus, Abby Bogley, Chase Beard, Chloe Stevens, Ellery Ernst and Gracie Perkins; Grade 7- Erin Heinze, Hunter Hanaway, Malik Prasetiawan, Hazel Tiede, Oliver Chase and Gavin Witt; Grade 8- McKenna Dunn, Owen Clabaugh, John Kemeny, Allison Beck, Trina Kahihikolo, and Hailey Martin.
Counseling Dept
Counseling Office Secretary/Registrar: Karen Willard (240-236-4206)
6th grade School Counselor: Liz Bohan (240-236-4256)
7th grade School Counselor: Rachel Butts (240-236-4220)
8th grade School Counselor: Ashley Frushour (240-236-4205)
Yearbooks and Distance Learning
FCPS/MiMS Distance learning is part of our history, and we want to capture these moments in our 2019-2020 yearbook!
We encourage students to take a selfie or have a family member snap a picture of you “in class” and share it with us!
Photos MUST be submitted NO LATER than Friday, April 17th, due to our publishing deadline. We will publish AS MANY pictures as space allows. Please, no “human” family members in the pictures - MiMS students & furry family members only.
To submit a photo:
Download the Yearbook SNAP app on iphone or android.
Use the code “MiMS@home” to access our MiMS SNAP.
Upload ONE photo. (It allows for 5. Please only submit one per student).
Select “Everyday Life” as the category
Write your child’s first and last name in the NOTES section.
Submit your photo!
Email Dianne.Thompson@fcps.org with questions. Thank you!
Frederick Community Action Agency
Temporary COVID 19 Information:
The Frederick Community Action Agency will continue to operate the Health center (daily 9AM-5PM), Foodbank (Mon, Tue, Thurs, Fri 2PM-4PM), and Soup kitchen (daily 5:30PM-6:30PM).
*The soup kitchen will be carryout only until further notice.*
The health center is offering telehealth to existing patients which can be scheduled by email to telehealthfcaa@cityoffrederickmd.gov or calling 301-600-1393 or 301-600-1506.
Food Support: In collaboration with the Salvation Army, the Frederick Community Action Agency is mobilizing its Food Bank to serve local seniors and families. Beginning 3/20, food bags, which hold three to five days worth of food, will be delivered to Taney Village and Catoctin Manor to serve over 150 seniors. Deliveries will occur once per week at this time and future locations are being considered. Beginning 3/25, additional food drops have been coordinated with the Asian American Center of Frederick and the Spanish Speaking Community of Maryland in Frederick.
FCPS Information
For the most up to date information from FCPS please go to www.fcps.org
Advanced Academics
Summer is right around the corner, and registrations for camps and enrichment programs are opening at this time. If you are interested in enrichment activities and camps for your middle schooler, check these out! Dates, cost and application process varies by opportunity. Please see websites for details:
ARMY EDUCATIONAL OUTREACH PROGRAM
Gains in the Education of Mathematics and Science (GEMS) is an Army-sponsored, summer STEM enrichment program for middle and high school students that takes place in participating Army research laboratories and engineering centers.
From their website:GEMS @ Ft. Detrick
GEMS at Fort Detrick brings local students into the cutting-edge world of U.S. Army Research and Development. Designed for 5th through 11th grade students of all academic abilities in the 2019-2020 school calendar, GEMS promises a hands-on experience that will excite.
Courses are 4 days long. During this time, student groups work with young aspiring scientists called Near-Peers. Student application closes April 30, 2020. All programs are completely free of charge to students and families. A stipend of $125 will be awarded to those who participate to offset the cost of transportation. (See terms & conditions).
Please email Dianne.Thompson@fcps.org for support with teacher recommendation forms.
University of Maryland TERP Young Scholars
College Course, College Credit, College Park
(For Rising 9th graders and older)
From their website: TERP YOUNG SCHOLARS
Discover the challenge, excitement, and independence of campus life at the University of Maryland with Terp Young Scholars. With other academically talented high school students, you will pursue an academic interest, engage with dynamic faculty, enjoy UMD’s outstanding facilities and amenities, and get a jump on college by earning three university credits. During three remarkable weeks—whether commuting or living on campus—Terp Scholars fully experience university life at Maryland!
Terp Young Scholars delivers an academic experience that is at the forefront of theory, thought, and technology. Scholars attend class, learn about career opportunities, study, work on projects, prepare for exams, and interact with their peers in a rigorous academic setting. Classes meet every day, Monday-Friday, with meeting times varying according to the specific course. Classes generally meet for three hours a day between 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. and may include an afternoon session. Acceptance is competitive and based upon academic performance.
In addition to innovative courses, Terp Scholars also offers optional afternoon, evening, and weekend activities that provide a glimpse of UMD’s rich campus life.
2020 Summer Opportunities for Gifted and Talented Students
www.marylandpublicschools.org/summercenters
Programs are held in locations throughout the state. Maryland State Department of Education lists and shares programs, however, MSDE does not run or endorse the programs.
FCPL Enrichment
In addition, stay tuned to Frederick County Public Libraries as they release their Summer Reading Challenge in the near future.
Please email Dianne.Thompson@fcps.org if you have questions about applications or if you would like help looking for other summer opportunities for your child.
Grades
48 is the New Zero!
This year, Middletown Middle School adopted a new grading scale that eliminates a 0% grade. The scale, exercised in other FCPS schools, equates to a 10% scale per letter grade:
MIMS GRADING SCALE
A = 90-100
B = 80-89
C = 70-79
D = 60-69
F = 50-59
48 - Work missing or not attempted.
The 48% signifies to the student and parent one of two things:
The work is missing and has not been submitted.
No attempt was made to complete the work.
Because not all grades are out of 100 points, making the 48 challenging to spot in Schoology, we’ve created this resource for parents to use to help translate grades.
QUICK REFERENCE SHEET
Please continue to check Schoology regularly with your child.
We encourage parents to sign up for a parent account to monitor grades.
We expect students to monitor their own grades and communicate with teachers when something is amiss.
We encourage parents to communicate with the classroom teacher if there is any question about a grade or assignment.
Art News
Congratulations to Amelia Melin, Illiana Melin, and Caroline Kulina for having their artwork selected for the Frederick County Youth Art Month show at the Delaplaine Arts Center. Several other students had their artwork selected for an art show at the Myersville Library.
I have enjoyed hearing from students during the first week of online learning. Beginning Monday, April 6, students will be working on their first online unit. All materials and assignments can be found in the distant learning folder in their art course on Schoology. As always, please contact me should you need any help or have questions.
Below are some images students have submitted for their first online assignment, a found object color wheel.
Art
Mrs Schuckers
Creative Arts -
The 7th graders are currently working on their China Unit. They are practicing calligraphy, the art of “Beautiful writing” and watercolor landscapes.
6th grade Visual Arts-
The 6th graders are finishing up their projects from Black History month and created some beautiful one of a kind jugs and bowls.
Band/Orchestra
Attention upcoming 6th graders!! If you play an instrument please sign up for BAND or ORCHESTRA as your FIRST CHOICE elective in 6th grade. We have band and orchestra EVERY DAY and have a ton of fun learning rock music, pop music, jazz, swing and more. We are excited to have YOU in our band or orchestra next year!! Contact Mrs. Blickenstaff at whitney.blickenst@fcps.org for more information about our music programs!
Career & Technology Education
Mr. Seiler
Grade 8-Problem Solving Students are finishing up the Mechanical toy activity and will be starting the Aerodynamics unit. Students will learn about the history of flight and apply aerodynamic theories to a variety of different student-built projects.
Grade 7-CSI Students have been working on developing an APP. The next assignment will be learning about how a computer works in computation of information.
Grade 6-Tech Expo Students are starting the basic safety component of the course. Students will be instructed how to use hand tools in a safe manner while designing and constructing different wooden objects.
Mrs. Decker
Invention and Innovation (7): Mrs. Decker, here! It has been wonderful working with all of these students. As a mom of five, I know how important good education is for our children and I come in daily prepared to give your children no less than I do for my own.
What a treat to be able to teach two different subjects. It helps that they are entirely in my element!In Invention and Innovation we have been working on manufacturing our own inventions, creating commercials and "billboards" and presenting them to fellow classmates. As their classmates are presenting, the other students write a 3 to 5 sentence paragraph about whether they would or would not purchase the other group's invention and why or why not.
In Creative Arts, we created paper mache instruments (bongo drums, tambourines and maracas) that we used to create a musical performance to share with our classmates. This was inspired by our African Music piece of Creative Arts. We are wrapping this up and moving onto Native American history and how it connects with music and dance. They will learn how music is not only something that is enjoyed, but how music serves purposes in other cultures in regards to healthcare among other things.
Mrs. Ledford
Food Science: Students have presented their "Food Museum" presentations and are learning about basil, gardening and composting. They have planted their basil seeds.
Mrs. Stuart
Life Skills: 7th and 8th grade Life Skills classes are starting their sewing unit. Both grades will learn to sew by hand including making basic repairs, sewing on a button, and sewing an invisible hem. On the sewing machines, 7th graders will make animal pillows and 8th graders will make drawstring tote bags.
Mrs. Duvall
Lab 21: Check our my recent parent email video message update about the Wonder project! Students are finishing up coding projects by working with Makey Makey kits to create electronic circuit game controllers!
Language Arts
6th Grade: Students have finished up their self select literature circle novel. We have analyzed how character's interactions and point of views lead us to the theme. Now we are going to take a look at nonfiction texts and how authors convey the central ideas to a reader. We encourage all students to keep reading all kinds of texts!
7th Grade: Students will continue to focus on language arts skills such as reading, writing, speaking/listening, and language usage.
8th Grade: Students are wrapping up their study of The Holocaust. Students will next focus on novels that are fantasy/mystery related. Various types of texts including speeches, sonnets, poems, stories, etc. will be used to guide students in determining central idea. This leads to their final benchmark where they will need to compare and contrast two informational texts. Students are completing weekly playlists as we work through the new platform of digital learning. These are due Friday by 7pm.
Literacy Specialist
My office hours are from 9am-11am on Monday -Friday, but I will be checking email throughout the day. Please feel free to reach out with any questions that you may have.
The 25 Book Challenge is still on!! What an opportunity we have now to read, read, read!! So far almost 100 students have accepted the challenge. Ms. Poscover and I will be staying in touch with this year’s challengers through the Schoology courses that were set up at the beginning of the year. It’s never too late to start the reading challenge journey! We would love it if your child accepted! Course codes are as follows:
6th grade: B2VT-HRZD-85ZBC
7th grade: RW2T-6QT9-PT246
8th grade: NPW9-2523-GQW5C
Click this link to view the top rated books from last year’s Challengers!!
2019 Student Book Recommendations
Read Across America Day
MiMS celebrated Read Across America day on Monday, March 2. We’d like to give a big shout out to Mrs. Toombs and her daughter, Rachel, for bringing in their baby goats for students to read to. Thanks, also, to all of the students and staff who dressed up like their favorite character, wore their favorite book-related t-shirts, or dressed in their comfy, cozy reading clothes to fully celebrate a joyful day of literacy.
A Special Thank You to Wags for Hope
In a continuation of Read Across America Day, we had some special visitors in all of our reading intervention classes on Friday, March 6. We can’t thank this organization enough! The volunteers were so wonderful and brought the biggest smiles to our students.
Math Department
Sixth and seventh grade students are writing and solving algebraic equations and inequalities. Solving linear equations is an important skill for middle and high school students to master. It is imperative that students understand what they need to do and why they need to do it. Please encourage your students to show their steps as they solve the equations and check their work. Eighth grade students are solving systems of equations graphically and algebraically. The students will be solving real-world problems leading to two linear equations in two variables. Algebra students are solving and graphing quadratic equations. They will focus on building models of quadratics to compare properties, represent relationships, and model real-life contexts.
Here are some quick tips for making the transition to distance learning a little easier:
Create a learning zone. Children need a place to focus and learn. Choose an area or location and teach your child that this is their new learning zone. Keep the playroom a playroom. They need a place to play.
Structure Their Day. Ask your child what their days were like at school. Try to mimic that structure.
You Don’t Have to Be Perfect. Do the best you can for your children with the time and resources you have and that will be enough. Keep your kids healthy and keep their minds at ease so when they can go back to school, they are ready to learn.
Ask for help. We here at MiMS are ready to help. Please email your child’s teacher, counselor, or me @ Marianne.Lipinski@fcps.org
Media Specialist
My office hours are 8:00-9:00 but I am checking email periodically throughout the day. I will get back to any question/request within 12 hours. Please know I am available to help your students with problems they may have doing research or working with various applications. Stay safe.
Library Digital Resources
Looking for reliable, age appropriate sources of material for your student’s distance learning needs? No need to “google” ever again. Look no further than the library media page!!
https://education.fcps.org/mms/mediacenter
FCPS has purchased a number of databases that are trustworthy and aligned to state and national standards. When accessing from home you will need remote access codes. These are available by clicking on the link located at the top of the table of databases. Use these award winning resources today!
e-books
FCPL - Frederick County Public Library’s site. Access to a lot of digital content and ebooks. Students can use the following code to access all materials:
119829 + their 8 digit student ID#
AXIS360 - this is the Frederick County Public School ebook site. There are hundreds of ebooks available for checkout.
Physical Education
The PE departments knows that you are worried about March Madness, please rest assured that we will do our best to either return shields or hold the event when we return to school. We hope that you find some basketball and volleyball skills in the coming weeks on Schoology to help refine and practice so that you are ready for games!! We want to emphasize that our school is to keep you moving and grooving in this time off. If you have suggestions of things that are in your area that you can do please share out with us, so we can help to inspire others with what is available in your area!
We are missing you terribly! Keep grooving and moving!
Science
7th- Happy Month everyone! All 7th grade Science students should have an outstanding understanding of the cycling of Earth's materials and the flow of energy that drives this process. Students are discussing the amazing water cycle, rock cycle, layers of the Earth and Pangaea. Students are creating models of how rocks change (different rock types include sedimentary, metamorphic, & igneous) from Earth's processes (processes include= melting, crystallization, weathering & erosion, heat & pressure). Students are sharing knowledge, performing experiments, and analyzing the importance of the water cycle and rock cycle. Students are explaining how geoscience processes have changed Earth's surface at varying times and spatial scales. Students are debating the existence of similar fossils on various landmasses and geological time scales. Students are learning all about our excellent Earth. If you have any questions, please contact your daughter or son's science teacher. Thank you!
8th: Students will be carrying on in our study of waves. Since my students have been working on Schoology since the beginning of the year, our foray into distance learning should not be a huge adjustment for them. We will start out slowly by refreshing our memories and completing back assignments. We will then move on to look at the wave behaviors of light and the electromagnetic spectrum. Following light we will continue to investigate sound waves.
Science Fair News:
On Saturday, March 28, FCPS students participated in the ONLINE 38th Annual FCPS Science & Engineering Fair. Students presented their projects to judges by answering questions and sharing their extraordinary knowledge. I am so proud to share that Thomas Sova participated in the Physics and Astronomy Category. He was a Third Place Middle School Winner! Neha Nair also participated in the FCPS Science Fair and she received an Honorable Mention for her project. Excellent job to these students.
Trout in the Classroom
Terrific Trout: On Monday, March 16th, 90 rainbow trout fingerlings were released from Middletown Middle School into Catoctin Creek at Doubs Meadow Park in Myersville, Maryland. The trout were transported in a 5-gallon bucket and all survived the journey to the stream. The entire adventure began when trout eggs were delivered to the school in December. The transformation of the eggs into beautiful trout was made possible by four outstanding Middletown Middle School students: Jenna Lakin, Amelia Melin, Iliana Melin, and Mika Plankenhorn. Their fabulous fish raising skills helped the trout survive and thrive. Thank so much to these four excellent students.
We dedicate this stream release to the remarkable and outstanding Mr. Lipscomb. He was an exemplary teacher who loved the Trout in the Classroom (TIC) program and shared his fantastic fish knowledge with his students for years. The expert training previously provided by Mr. Lipscomb to his four former students and guidance by Chuck Dinkel (Trout Unlimited volunteer and coordinator for the Maryland TIC program) equipped the girls with the insight and knowledge required to care for the fish. Ms. Martz assisted with the water tests and releasing the fish. If you would like to learn more, please email Ms. Martz.
These photos show the marvelous fish from the MiMS Aquarium to the stream.
Social Studies
7th Grade- Students are studying Europe during the Middle Ages. Topics include the Dark Ages, the rise of the Feudal System, its social classes, and the growth, development and the influences of the Catholic Church and its teachings.
8th Grade- In American Studies I, we are focusing on the causes of the American Civil War. Topics will include slavery, abolition and reform movements, and sectionalism. Continue to check Schoology each day for messages and assignments. We miss you all!
National History Day-CONGRATULATIONS!
Congratulations to 8th grade student Michael Olson, for winning first place in the Frederick County competition for his exhibit in the National History Day. He advances to the state competition in May which will take place virtually. Michael is a wonderful student and has been working extremely hard on his research all year. We are so proud of him!
Special Education
Parents of students with an IEP have received a Distance Learning Inventory from their child's case manager. Please return that Inventory to the case manager, so that services can continue during COL. The case managers are working to communicate with parents and students on their case load. If you need any help with an assignment, clarification etc. please don't hesitate to reach out through email to your child's case manager.
Theatre Arts
We are actively learning online in our Theatre Arts classes! Students are working on watching a chosen middle or high school performance and writing a critical opinion about their chosen show. They are using their background knowledge of design elements such as set, costume, and makeup. They are implementing their Language Arts skills of writing a summary of the show and voicing their artistic “inner director” and higher level skills of explaining how THEY would stage the show in a different way.
As for our All School Musical, Frozen Jr, we have been eagerly anticipating our return to school so we can get back to our creative sides! We will be communicating with administration about possible Plan B, C, and D! Our show is phenomenal and our dedicated students deserve a chance to shine!
World Languages
French 1 Students are learning to describe a family. They will begin working on designing a real or imaginary family tree soon.
Spanish 1 Students are learning about food and ordering in a restaurant. We will be looking at menus and probably designing some soon.
World Language Students are still learning German. Soon we will begin learning vocabulary for an ideal house project that will wrap up German for this quarter.