Weekly Updates: 5/2-5/6

     

Upcoming Dates

• 5/10 - STAAR Math Test
• 5/11 - STAAR Reading Test
• 5/12 - Concert
  
• 5/26 - Lochinvar Recitations
• 5/27 - Last day of school!

A Look Ahead 

ELA - 

• This week in Spalding, scholars will, at last, return to their normal 30 word Spalding routine. We will learn 10 new words Monday through Wednesday, then have a 30 word test on Friday. Please ensure that for homework, someone is dictating the words to your scholar. They should never just copy down the words. Thank you!
• In Literature, scholars will be reading chapters 13 through 17 of The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. We have reached the climax of the book--the most dramatic, exciting action of the novel. The characters will make new discoveries and see brave, daring rescues. We are so excited to see the scholars experience these events alongside Dorothy and her friends. 
• In Grammar this week, scholars will be practicing their skills of editing and revision. They will apply all they have learned about proper grammar and quality writing in order to correct mistake they find in a passage. 
• In Poetry, scholars have been practicing the delightful tale of “Lochinvar" by Sir Walter Scott. Recitations will begin on 5/26. 

Math -

In Math this week, we will be prepping the scholars for their upcoming Math STAAR test by Socratically working through problems they might see on the assessment. We will challenge our students to think critically and use creative problem solving strategies to attack these questions so that they can feel comfortable and ready on the big day (5/10). Homework will reinforce the concepts and skills we learned in Math this year. 

History - 

This week we will see Texas as an independent nation, then see how it became part of the United States!

Science - 

This week, students will explore wind and water and sources of energy, and compare the advantages and disadvantages of different energy resources. On Friday we will do a quiz to review what we have learned up to this point..

A Note on Uniforms:

Announcement:

We are asking that all parents review the dress code policy as we will begin a uniform reset procedure to help our students get to 100 percent uniform compliance. Our uniform policy will be sent home in scholar’s folder; it is also found on our website under the family handbook. Per our family handbook, “While students are responsible for their clothing and appearance, it is the parents who are responsible for providing the conditions required for meeting the standard, e.g. haircuts, proper shoes, shirts, skirts and pants that fit properly, are clean, etc. Parents are urged to understand the uniform requirements below, and to ensure that their children go to school each day in the right attire, from head to toe. It is an uncomfortable experience for a child to be corrected for a uniform violation, and repeated uniform issues can become an enormous distraction for students.” 

 

Uniform Reset Procedure: An email or phone call and a note/infraction will be sent home when your scholar is violating our dress code policy. The note will explain the violation. After the third violation the student will receive lunch detention with the Dean. If for any reason you are unable to purchase the proper uniform please reach out to Jennifer Cape, Jennifer.cape@greatheartswesternhill.org. 

Weekly Updates 4/25-4/29

    

Upcoming Dates

• 4/26 - Field Trip to Austin
• 5/10 - STAAR Math Test
• 5/11 - STAAR Reading Test
• 5/12 - Concert

NOTE: Click here to pay for the Field Trip: K-4 Field Trip Payment

A Look Ahead 

ELA - 

• This week in Spalding, scholars will only have 20 words due to the field trip. We will learn 10 new words Monday and Wednesday, then have a 20 word test on Friday. Please ensure that for homework, someone is dictating the words to your scholar. They should never just copy down the words. Thank you!
• In Literature, scholars will continue reading the The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. Scholars have been absorbing the heart of this novel so beautifully. They have seen the characters begin to discover their strengths, which they believe to be their weaknesses.  The scholars will continue to journey to Oz with Dorothy and company in the coming week!
• In Writing this week, scholars will be practicing their skills of writing dialogue. We will be using the story of “The Brave 300” as a tool to explore rich and descriptive writing. 
• In Poetry, scholars have been practicing the delightful tale of “Lochinvar" by Sir Walter Scott. Recitations will begin on 5/26. 

Math -

In Math this week, scholars will be learning all about units of measurement. We will discuss how to convert between units, as well as how to add and subtract them. Later, we will begin a review of all the skills we have learned thus far this year. 

History - 

This week we will see what happens when American settlers began moving to Texas. We will also see the outcome of the Texas Revolution and the establishment of Texas as an independent nation.

Science - 

This week in science we are learning about nuclear energy and its uses.

A Note on Uniforms:

Announcement:

We are asking that all parents review the dress code policy as we will begin a uniform reset procedure to help our students get to 100 percent uniform compliance. Our uniform policy will be sent home in scholar’s folder; it is also found on our website under the family handbook. Per our family handbook, “While students are responsible for their clothing and appearance, it is the parents who are responsible for providing the conditions required for meeting the standard, e.g. haircuts, proper shoes, shirts, skirts and pants that fit properly, are clean, etc. Parents are urged to understand the uniform requirements below, and to ensure that their children go to school each day in the right attire, from head to toe. It is an uncomfortable experience for a child to be corrected for a uniform violation, and repeated uniform issues can become an enormous distraction for students.” 

 

Uniform Reset Procedure: An email or phone call and a note/infraction will be sent home when your scholar is violating our dress code policy. The note will explain the violation. After the third violation the student will receive lunch detention with the Dean. If for any reason you are unable to purchase the proper uniform please reach out to Jennifer Cape, Jennifer.cape@greatheartswesternhill.org. Infractions will start being sent home on Monday February 28^th.

Weekly Updates 4/11-4/14

   

Upcoming Dates

• 4/15 - No School
• 4/18 - No School
• 4/26 - Field Trip to Austin

NOTE: Click here to pay for the Field Trip: K-4 Field Trip Payment

A Look Ahead 

ELA - 

• This week in Spalding, scholars will only have 20 words since it is a short week. We will learn 10 new words Monday and Tuesday, then have a 20 word test on Thursday. Please ensure that for homework, someone is dictating the words to your scholar. They should never just copy down the words. Thank you!
• In Literature, scholars will begin reading their final Classic to Keep, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz by L. Frank Baum. Many scholars are probably familiar with this story; however, this is no reason to believe that their reading experience will be boring! The adventures of Dorothy, Toto, the "Cowardly" Lion, the Scarecrow, and the Tin Woodman are exciting, heartwarming, and inspiring. We look forward to seeing the scholars learn about friendship and self-esteem through the whimsical journey through Oz.
• In Grammar this week, scholars will learn about compound sentences. In this sentence type, two simple clauses are joined using a coordinating conjunction. 
• The next poem that scholars will memorize is "Lochnivar" by Sir Walter Scott.

Math -

In Math this week, scholars will be learning about Lines of Symmetry in two-dimensional objects.

History - 

This week we will learn about the first people in Texas. We will also see the first European explorers reach Texas and see what impact they had on the region.

Science - 

This week in science we will discover the pros and cons of renewable and renewable resources focusing on types of fossil fuels.

A Note on Uniforms:

Announcement:

We are asking that all parents review the dress code policy as we will begin a uniform reset procedure to help our students get to 100 percent uniform compliance. Our uniform policy will be sent home in scholar’s folder; it is also found on our website under the family handbook. Per our family handbook, “While students are responsible for their clothing and appearance, it is the parents who are responsible for providing the conditions required for meeting the standard, e.g. haircuts, proper shoes, shirts, skirts and pants that fit properly, are clean, etc. Parents are urged to understand the uniform requirements below, and to ensure that their children go to school each day in the right attire, from head to toe. It is an uncomfortable experience for a child to be corrected for a uniform violation, and repeated uniform issues can become an enormous distraction for students.” 

 

Uniform Reset Procedure: An email or phone call and a note/infraction will be sent home when your scholar is violating our dress code policy. The note will explain the violation. After the third violation the student will receive lunch detention with the Dean. If for any reason you are unable to purchase the proper uniform please reach out to Jennifer Cape, Jennifer.cape@greatheartswesternhill.org. Infractions will start being sent home on Monday February 28^th.

Weekly Updates 4/4-4/7

  

Upcoming Dates

• 4/4 - Preamble Recitations Continue; American Revolution Test
• 4/5 - Science Test
• 4/7 - Units 1-7 Math Test; Princess and the Goblin Test
• 4/8  - No School (Battle of the Flowers)
• 4/26 - Field Trip to Austin

NOTE: Click here to pay for the Field Trip: K-4 Field Trip Payment

A Look Ahead 

ELA - 

• This week in Spalding, scholars will only have 20 words since it is a short week. We will learn 10 new words Monday and Tuesday, then have a 20 word test on Thursday. Please ensure that for homework, someone is dictating the words to your scholar. They should never just copy down the words. Thank you!
• In Literature, scholars will be finishing their journey with Irene and Curdie! We cannot believe our time in King-papa's dominions are coming to an end, and that we will be concluding our fourth Classic-to-Keep. Scholars have learned so much from the characters' wisdom, courage, perseverance, and curiosity. We look forward to seeing just how much they have learned when they take their test on Thursday. Scholars have already received a study guide, which we will review together on Wednesday in preparation for our test.
• In Writing this week, scholars will learn about all about how to incorporate vivid description into their writing. We will be reading the myth "Athena and Arachne" to practice this skill.
• In Poetry, scholars have been working hard on the Preamble to the Declaration of Independence. We look forward to seeing their hard work pay off in their recitations.

Math -

This week in Math, scholars will be reviewing everything they have learned so far in preparation for their Cumulative Units 1-7 Test. We are so excited for the students to show us what they know!

History - 

This week, we will finish our unit on The American Revolution with a unit test on Monday. Scholars will begin Texas History with a review of the four Texas Regions.

Science - 

This week we will finish our unit on The Processes that Shape the Earth with a test on Tuesday. Scholars will then begin their next unit on Natural Resources with an Introduction to Cost-Benefit Analysis.

A Note on Uniforms:

Announcement:

We are asking that all parents review the dress code policy as we will begin a uniform reset procedure to help our students get to 100 percent uniform compliance. Our uniform policy will be sent home in scholar’s folder; it is also found on our website under the family handbook. Per our family handbook, “While students are responsible for their clothing and appearance, it is the parents who are responsible for providing the conditions required for meeting the standard, e.g. haircuts, proper shoes, shirts, skirts and pants that fit properly, are clean, etc. Parents are urged to understand the uniform requirements below, and to ensure that their children go to school each day in the right attire, from head to toe. It is an uncomfortable experience for a child to be corrected for a uniform violation, and repeated uniform issues can become an enormous distraction for students.” 

 

Uniform Reset Procedure: An email or phone call and a note/infraction will be sent home when your scholar is violating our dress code policy. The note will explain the violation. After the third violation the student will receive lunch detention with the Dean. If for any reason you are unable to purchase the proper uniform please reach out to Jennifer Cape, Jennifer.cape@greatheartswesternhill.org. Infractions will start being sent home on Monday February 28^th.