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Sixth Grade
Current Project: Time Capsules with Depth and Complexity
Due Date: Week of October 12
Materials Needed: shoebox (I have plenty but students are free to supply their own)
Overview: Students will brainstorm who they are using the Icons of Depth and Complexity as an introduction to the icons. They will use their brainstorming to curate a time capsule that represents who they are RIGHT NOW. They will open the time capsules at the end of 8th grade.
Seventh Grade
Current Project: Sixth Grade Survival Guide (slideshow)
Due Date: Week of October 12
Materials Needed: none
Overview: Students will reflect on their time in sixth grade and research adolescent issues to inform a slideshow presentation designed to help sixth graders transition to middle school.
Eighth Grade
Current Project: Making Water Safe
Due Date: Week of October 19
Materials needed: trifold board (you can send in $5 to purchase one from me) and 16-20 oz see-through plastic bottle (NOT Gatorade)
Overview: Students will research the issue of access to clean water. They will design, build, and test a water filter. Students will create a trifold display to showcase their research and their water bottle design process.
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books
Battle of the Books will begin Wednesday, October 7, 2026. Students MUST have a Battle of the Books form turned in to Ms. Luke or me in order to stay for the meeting. We will meet Wednesdays from 3:20-4:30. Please be prompt picking up your student.
Here is the list of books for this year.
When - Wednesdays beginning October 7, 3:20-4:30
Where - media center
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