February-March 2025 Newsletter
8th Grade
English Language Arts
We are investigating the LDC module using informational texts. We will be focusing on standard R3 - analyzing how individuals, events and ideas are introduced, relate to each other, and are developed.
Mathematics
Students will learn to classify, add, subtract, multiply and factor polynomials. In addition they will learn about quadratic graphs and their properties and how to solve quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and using the quadratic formula.
Science
For Earth Science classes 801 and 802 will be studying the Earth’s Glaciers, Oceans and Landscapes. Including radioactive decay and geologic history.
Classes 803, 891, and 915 will be studying Magnetic Fields.
Social Studies
In Social Studies during the months of February and March we will be covering the topics of WWI, the Harlem Renaissance, and the Great Depression. During our WWI unit we look at the causes of WWI, U. S involvement in the war, and the effects of the WWI on society and cultural groups. We will utilize poetry, images, and video clips in order to build our skills of decoding points of view as well as cause and effect. In our Harlem Renaissance unit, we will use observation and inference to develop the main idea and themes of the time period. For current events and civics, we will complete a Harlem Renaissance project where students will choose a project that connects to their interests of music, art, sports among other choices. In the unit of the Great Depression, we will understand the cause and effect of this time period by utilizing different entry points of learning. We will continue to build our skills in decoding different points of view and our argumentative writing.
Specials
Dream yard – Poetry slam is in the middle of competing versus many schools across the city.
Health – Students will be learning about nutrition and obesity.
Student of the Month January
801- Trinity A.
802- Sydney J.
803- Ximena M.
891- NONE
915- Mally R.
Exemplar Character for January
801-Angel H.
802- Isabella G.
803-.Carlos V.
891- NONE
915- Noel T.
Notes-
● Community Service is in full swing for students in grades 6-8 during their lunch period.
● Please note to make sure to come to school EVERYDAY and ON TIME….Attendance Matters!
● LDC Module 2 begin, let's ensure students stay engaged with their rigorous task.
English Language Arts
We are investigating the LDC module using informational texts. We will be focusing on standard R3 - analyzing how individuals, events and ideas are introduced, relate to each other, and are developed.
Mathematics
Students will learn to classify, add, subtract, multiply and factor polynomials. In addition they will learn about quadratic graphs and their properties and how to solve quadratic equations by factoring, completing the square, and using the quadratic formula.
Science
For Earth Science classes 801 and 802 will be studying the Earth’s Glaciers, Oceans and Landscapes. Including radioactive decay and geologic history.
Classes 803, 891, and 915 will be studying Magnetic Fields.
Social Studies
In Social Studies during the months of February and March we will be covering the topics of WWI, the Harlem Renaissance, and the Great Depression. During our WWI unit we look at the causes of WWI, U. S involvement in the war, and the effects of the WWI on society and cultural groups. We will utilize poetry, images, and video clips in order to build our skills of decoding points of view as well as cause and effect. In our Harlem Renaissance unit, we will use observation and inference to develop the main idea and themes of the time period. For current events and civics, we will complete a Harlem Renaissance project where students will choose a project that connects to their interests of music, art, sports among other choices. In the unit of the Great Depression, we will understand the cause and effect of this time period by utilizing different entry points of learning. We will continue to build our skills in decoding different points of view and our argumentative writing.
Specials
Dream yard – Poetry slam is in the middle of competing versus many schools across the city.
Health – Students will be learning about nutrition and obesity.
Student of the Month January
801- Trinity A.
802- Sydney J.
803- Ximena M.
891- NONE
915- Mally R.
Exemplar Character for January
801-Angel H.
802- Isabella G.
803-.Carlos V.
891- NONE
915- Noel T.
Notes-
● Community Service is in full swing for students in grades 6-8 during their lunch period.
● Please note to make sure to come to school EVERYDAY and ON TIME….Attendance Matters!
● LDC Module 2 begin, let's ensure students stay engaged with their rigorous task.
7th Grade
English Language Arts
We are focusing on our informational unit and non-fiction reading texts. Students have been examining non-fiction text features such as table of contents, index, glossary, headings, bold words, sidebars, pictures with captions, and labeled diagrams. Students also began investigating topics for their informational/investigative essays in which they researched guiding questions, planned out their details, and then wrote a 5 paragraph essay.
Mathematics
Students will be extending their understanding of expressions and equations which was started last year, and being introduced to evaluating inequalities. They will be translating words into algebraic expressions and equations. Solving equations and inequalities related to real world situations which will include formulating formulas to determine circumference, area,volume and surface area.
Science
Students take on the role of student chemists to solve mysteries that can only be solved with an understanding of fundamental chemical principles. Students learn about what makes substances different. This unit provides exposure to a wide range of substances, laying the foundation for students to differentiate between substances on the basis of atomic structure in subsequent science classes.
Students can be expected to enter this unit with many alternate conceptions about how matter behaves.
Social Studies
In this Unit of study, students will: Explain the historical context within which the U.S. Constitution was written. Understand how and why the U.S. Constitution is constantly challenged and reinterpreted. Identify the challenges facing the United States under the Articles of Confederation. Explain which rights and responsibilities are guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. Understand the importance of George Washington’s presidency and its lasting effects. Analyze the role and contributions of the Founding Fathers to the early development of the United States government.
Specials
Gym – Students will be working on the NYC Fitnessgram, which is an annual fitness assessment that helps students and their families develop personal goals for lifelong fitness. Tests will include Pacer Test , Height/ Weight, Trunk Extension, Sit &, Reach, Pushups and Situps.
French – Students are working on increasing their vocabulary to label their body parts, discussing their family tree and having conversation about the weather.
Health – Students will be learning about nutrition and obesity.
Music – Students have been demonstrating growth by reading music on their instrument. They continue to prepare for their culminating performance in June.
Student of the Month January
701-Evelyn C.
702- Mathews S.
703- Dana C.
791- Kiara M.
914- Kayden P.
Exemplar Character January
701- Bryan L.
702- Lori A.
703-Liushka R.
791- Janelle C.
914- Adrian C.
Notes-
● Community Service is in full swing for students in grades 6-8 during their lunch period.
● Please note to make sure to come to school EVERYDAY and ON TIME….Attendance Matters!
● LDC Module 2 will begin, let's ensure students stay engaged with their rigorous task.
English Language Arts
We are focusing on our informational unit and non-fiction reading texts. Students have been examining non-fiction text features such as table of contents, index, glossary, headings, bold words, sidebars, pictures with captions, and labeled diagrams. Students also began investigating topics for their informational/investigative essays in which they researched guiding questions, planned out their details, and then wrote a 5 paragraph essay.
Mathematics
Students will be extending their understanding of expressions and equations which was started last year, and being introduced to evaluating inequalities. They will be translating words into algebraic expressions and equations. Solving equations and inequalities related to real world situations which will include formulating formulas to determine circumference, area,volume and surface area.
Science
Students take on the role of student chemists to solve mysteries that can only be solved with an understanding of fundamental chemical principles. Students learn about what makes substances different. This unit provides exposure to a wide range of substances, laying the foundation for students to differentiate between substances on the basis of atomic structure in subsequent science classes.
Students can be expected to enter this unit with many alternate conceptions about how matter behaves.
Social Studies
In this Unit of study, students will: Explain the historical context within which the U.S. Constitution was written. Understand how and why the U.S. Constitution is constantly challenged and reinterpreted. Identify the challenges facing the United States under the Articles of Confederation. Explain which rights and responsibilities are guaranteed by the U.S. Constitution. Understand the importance of George Washington’s presidency and its lasting effects. Analyze the role and contributions of the Founding Fathers to the early development of the United States government.
Specials
Gym – Students will be working on the NYC Fitnessgram, which is an annual fitness assessment that helps students and their families develop personal goals for lifelong fitness. Tests will include Pacer Test , Height/ Weight, Trunk Extension, Sit &, Reach, Pushups and Situps.
French – Students are working on increasing their vocabulary to label their body parts, discussing their family tree and having conversation about the weather.
Health – Students will be learning about nutrition and obesity.
Music – Students have been demonstrating growth by reading music on their instrument. They continue to prepare for their culminating performance in June.
Student of the Month January
701-Evelyn C.
702- Mathews S.
703- Dana C.
791- Kiara M.
914- Kayden P.
Exemplar Character January
701- Bryan L.
702- Lori A.
703-Liushka R.
791- Janelle C.
914- Adrian C.
Notes-
● Community Service is in full swing for students in grades 6-8 during their lunch period.
● Please note to make sure to come to school EVERYDAY and ON TIME….Attendance Matters!
● LDC Module 2 will begin, let's ensure students stay engaged with their rigorous task.
6th Grade
English Language Arts
Grade six is reading a variety of short stories and responding to prompts through the lens of the main character. They are using various types of graphic organizers to support this work. Independent reading is focused on non-fiction as they continue to build their 25 books or more reading list for the year, with many in the two-digit range! Students have completed a first round “try it” for a literary essay and are now in the second phase which means we are moving into our second round of the LDC Reading Module. Parents should look to see that their scholars are completing draft work for the body and concluding paragraphs at home.
We will begin our argument essays in the weeks to come.
Mathematics
Great things have happened in our math classes. Students learned how to represent rational numbers in real world contexts. They used the coordinate grids to find the distance of polygons. We just embarked on our journey through the world of Numeric and Algebraic Expressions. We will apply our understanding of arithmetic to interpret, evaluate and write algebraic expressions using exponents in real world contexts. Problem solving is still going strong. The students are working together so ask important questions to help them work through their thinking.
Science
Students will be engaging in the New York State Science Investigation titled, Cool It! This gives students an authentic hands-on science investigation from start to finish! Afterwards, students will be constructing their understanding of weather patterns and how energy and clouds all play a role in the different types of weather and storms we experience. We will also be studying weather maps and how to read them to make predictions about future weather patterns.
Social Studies
As we come to the end of the Neolithic Revolution we will begin our study of the Ancient River Valley Civilizations. We will explore how these complex societies and civilizations developed in the Eastern Hemisphere. We will compare and contrast their beliefs, customs and ideas. We will also look at each civilization's cultural achievements and contributions that still have an impact on the world today.
Specials
Gym – Students will be working on the NYC Fitnessgram, which is an annual fitness assessment that helps students and their families develop personal goals for lifelong fitness. Tests will include Pacer Test , Height/ Weight, Trunk Extension, Sit &, Reach, Pushups and Situps.
French – Students are working on increasing their vocabulary to label their body parts, discussing their family tree and having conversation about the weather.
Music – Students have been demonstrating growth by reading music on their instrument. They continue to prepare for their culminating performance in June.
Student of the Month for January
601- Lindsay R.
602-Derara I.
603- Harley S.
691- Jessica I.
Exemplar Character for January
601- Adrian M.
602- Madison S.
603- Nuris P.
691-Jacob F.
English Language Arts
Grade six is reading a variety of short stories and responding to prompts through the lens of the main character. They are using various types of graphic organizers to support this work. Independent reading is focused on non-fiction as they continue to build their 25 books or more reading list for the year, with many in the two-digit range! Students have completed a first round “try it” for a literary essay and are now in the second phase which means we are moving into our second round of the LDC Reading Module. Parents should look to see that their scholars are completing draft work for the body and concluding paragraphs at home.
We will begin our argument essays in the weeks to come.
Mathematics
Great things have happened in our math classes. Students learned how to represent rational numbers in real world contexts. They used the coordinate grids to find the distance of polygons. We just embarked on our journey through the world of Numeric and Algebraic Expressions. We will apply our understanding of arithmetic to interpret, evaluate and write algebraic expressions using exponents in real world contexts. Problem solving is still going strong. The students are working together so ask important questions to help them work through their thinking.
Science
Students will be engaging in the New York State Science Investigation titled, Cool It! This gives students an authentic hands-on science investigation from start to finish! Afterwards, students will be constructing their understanding of weather patterns and how energy and clouds all play a role in the different types of weather and storms we experience. We will also be studying weather maps and how to read them to make predictions about future weather patterns.
Social Studies
As we come to the end of the Neolithic Revolution we will begin our study of the Ancient River Valley Civilizations. We will explore how these complex societies and civilizations developed in the Eastern Hemisphere. We will compare and contrast their beliefs, customs and ideas. We will also look at each civilization's cultural achievements and contributions that still have an impact on the world today.
Specials
Gym – Students will be working on the NYC Fitnessgram, which is an annual fitness assessment that helps students and their families develop personal goals for lifelong fitness. Tests will include Pacer Test , Height/ Weight, Trunk Extension, Sit &, Reach, Pushups and Situps.
French – Students are working on increasing their vocabulary to label their body parts, discussing their family tree and having conversation about the weather.
Music – Students have been demonstrating growth by reading music on their instrument. They continue to prepare for their culminating performance in June.
Student of the Month for January
601- Lindsay R.
602-Derara I.
603- Harley S.
691- Jessica I.
Exemplar Character for January
601- Adrian M.
602- Madison S.
603- Nuris P.
691-Jacob F.
IMPORTANT DATES
2/1- D10 Arts Festival
2/5- Climate Day/ World Read-aloud Day
2/7 - Spirit Day (Jersey Day)
2/12- NYSESLAT Simulation
2/14 Valentines Day (wear Pink or Red)
2/14- End of Marking Period 3
2/17-2/21 - Mid-Winter Recess - No School
2/25- 100th Day of School
2/28- Tie Dye / Neon Day
3/6- Parent Teacher Conferences ½ Day
3/6- High School Offers Released
3/10 - District Math Tournament
3/14 - Pi Day
3/17- St Patrick's Day
3/31- Eid al-Fitr - No School
2/5- Climate Day/ World Read-aloud Day
2/7 - Spirit Day (Jersey Day)
2/12- NYSESLAT Simulation
2/14 Valentines Day (wear Pink or Red)
2/14- End of Marking Period 3
2/17-2/21 - Mid-Winter Recess - No School
2/25- 100th Day of School
2/28- Tie Dye / Neon Day
3/6- Parent Teacher Conferences ½ Day
3/6- High School Offers Released
3/10 - District Math Tournament
3/14 - Pi Day
3/17- St Patrick's Day
3/31- Eid al-Fitr - No School
