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11.29.22
Hello 5th/6th Grade BHA Families,
It was so nice to be back together again for a beautiful chapel led by our talented student Worship Team and our faith-filled director, Mrs. Aguero, who shared a wonderful word on the spiritual discipline of Worship. In class we kicked off a new devotion series on Advent. Each week in December we will learn a little bit more about Advent and be reminded of the confident hope we have in Jesus Christ.
Our day was highlighted by a fun Science experiment that took us outside and demonstrated circular motion and angular momentum. The Students were pretty amazed! We then traveled all across these amazing United States thanks to the excellent research and enthusiasm displayed by each Student during their State Presentation. Lastly, we refreshed our memories on our newest writing structure, "Summarizing a Reference," by writing a Key Word Outline and retelling the "Neverland" Story.
I hope everyone left campus today feeling like they had a fun day of learning, not just academic learning but also spiritual and relational learning. I know I did! Thank you again for sharing your kind, funny, and respectful children with me. They are always such a joy!
Blessings,
Mrs. Ayala
Announcements
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Calendar Announcements
November Senior Spirit Month: 11/29, Country day
11/29 @9am-2pm, Pick up Christmas evergreens & BHA apparel
11/29 & 12/1, 8:30am Chapel, Parent Prayer & Coffee. NO SPIRIT RALLY.
12/2, 1-3pm, Park Day - San Dimas
12/2, Womens Ornament Exchange, RSVP HERE
12/9 Greenspot Farms field trip, Purchase tickets on MY BHA (deadline Thur 12/1)
12/13 & 12/15 Pajama Day & Spirit Rally @11:15am, immediately following Closed for students only Performing Arts’ Christmas show.
12/16 Branches Performing Arts Christmas Show @6:30pm
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PHYSICAL SCIENCE
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Recap
Recap
Today's we began a month long devotional series on Advent which included the first candle of Advent, the candle of Hope. We read Jeremiah 33:12-16, focusing on v. 14. We discussed the Jewish people's time in exile in Babylon and how Jeremiah prophesied about the coming of Jesus Christ over 600 years before His birth. We also discussed the difference about "wishing" for something versus having "hope." How blessed we are to serve a God who fullfills His promises, allowing us to be a people of Hope. I asked the Students to journal this week about something they are HOPING for (not wishing for) this Christmas!
Ethan opend the class in a loving prayer. Thank you, Ethan!
I credited the Students for completing their vocabulary homework and then we began a review of Chapter 27-29 which includes 2 videos and 2 experiments on circular motion, centripetal force, and angular momentum. One of the experiments took us outside so we could observe for ourselves how water will stay in a cup even when being swung in a circular motion. The Students really loved this one! Ask them about it.
Bea presented her Egg Drop invention. Great job, Bea!
Collected last week's homework and reviewed this week's homework. Dismissed class for our 10min recess.
Science Homework
Science Homework
Recommended
Recommended
(note: all vocabulary words can be found in the glossary located on page 121)
Read Lesson 30, Pendulums, pp. 105-106
On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 106. Bring to class for credit
Review your notes and assignments from UNIT 5, Circular and Periodic Motion, pp. 93-107. Prepare for a QUIZ in class.
Read Lesson 31, Machines in History, pp. 109-110
On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 110. Bring to class for credit.
Read Lesson 32, Machines in Nature, pp. 112-113
On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 113. Bring to class for credit.
Complete “Machines in my Body” worksheet. Bring to class for credit.
Additional Assignments for Further Understanding
Additional Assignments for Further Understanding
Read about Christian Hugyens on p. 107 and write a few sentences sharing some interesting facts about him. Bring to class for credit.
If you didn't get a chance to write about Johannes Kepler (pp. 100-101) during the Thanksgiving break, you can do so this week. Remember to include in your paragraph how you think his faith influenced his work in the sciences. Bring to class for credit.
Make some progress on you Fall Final Science Projects
As a reminder, homework is not mandatory. These homework assignments are provided for those families who wish to use these Branches classes as COMPLETE curriculum. The "Recommended" assignments are also very helpful for understanding and participation during class time. The "Additional Assignments for Further Understanding" are for anyone who wants to explore the subjects further.
AMERICAN History
AMERICAN History
Recap
Recap
We started class with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by a recap of today's Advent devotion on HOPE / Jeremiah 33:14. Andrew opened the class with a gracious prayer. Thank you, Andrew!
We went right into Fall Final Project - State presentations. Everyone did an excellent job. So proud of their level of research and excitement for their selected State. We learned about Hawaii, Florida, Tenessee, Wyoming, New York, Idaho, Oklahoma, and Arizona. We heard from all but Miah, Jackson P, Bea, and Jonlucca, who will all present next week. For those Students who's project I did not take home, PLEASE store in a safe place so that you can bring the back for Open House in May. THANK YOU!
Dismissed class for a 10min Recess.
American History Homework
American History Homework
Recommended
Recommended
Read Chapter 13, Fighting for Freedom, pp. 81-86
Answer in complete sentences, Chapter 13 Review Questions on p. 86. Bring to class for credit.
Using this MAP look up and mark the following important Revolutionary War landmarks: Concord (MA), Bunker Hill (MA), Delaware River (DE), Trenton (NJ), Brandywine Creek (DE), Saratoga (NY), Green Mountains (VT), New York City (NY). Be sure to create a MAP KEY to explain your markings. You may use numbers, drawings, or abbreviations as your markings. Bring to class for credit.
Watch this First VIDEO about the start of the American Revolutionary War. This is 1 of a 5 short-video series. Watch all 5 videos, perhaps watch 1 video per day. Then complete this review WORKSHEET . Bring the worksheet to class for credit.
Additional Assignments for Further Understanding
Additional Assignments for Further Understanding
None
As a reminder, homework is not mandatory. These homework assignments are provided for those families who wish to use these Branches classes as COMPLETE curriculum. The "Recommended" assignments are also very helpful for understanding and participation during class time. The "Additional Assignments for Further Understanding" are for anyone who wants to explore the subjects further.
IEW
IEW
Recap
Recap
I shared School Announcements and did a short recap of this morning's Advent Devotion on Hope / Jeremiah 33:14.
I read an excellent Student example of "Damon & Pythias," great work Lily!
We reviewed the objectives for this new lesson and reread "Neverland." We discussed the story & then worked on the KWO together. Once completed Students practiced retelling the "Neverland" story with their table mates using only their KWO.
I reviewed this week's checklist in detail. I'm hopeful everyone will follow the checklist and submit their homework next week with all items completed!
Lily closed the class and week with a heartfelt prayer. Thank you, Lily!
Dismissed the class.
IEW Homework
IEW Homework
Recommended
Recommended
Complete Day 3, p. 81
Finish writing your 1-paragraph report on "Neverland"
Check off each item on the checklist as you complete it. Underline the dress-ups that are required on the checklist. Highlight or bold 2 or 3 key words that repeat or reflect in the topic and clincher sentences. Create a catchy title. Don't forget to label (voc) for the vocabulary word you chose!
Turn in your rough draft to your editor (ie parent / homeschool teacher) with the completed checklist attached
Complete Day 4, p. 82
When your editor hands back your rough draft, make the needed changes.
Paperclip or staple the checklist, final draft, rough draft, and KWO together
3-hole punch your packet of work and bring to class next week for credit
Additional Credit for Further Understanding
Additional Credit for Further Understanding
None
As a reminder, homework is not mandatory. These homework assignments are provided for those families who wish to use these Branches classes as COMPLETE curriculum. The "Recommended" assignments are also very helpful for understanding and participation during class time. The "Additional Assignments for Further Understanding" are for anyone who wants to explore the subjects further.
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