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9.6.22
Hello 5th/6th Grade BHA Families,
Day 1 of this 2022/2023 School Year is in the books. And what a day it was!
I had a great time with your Students today. I hope they feel the same. We played an Ice Breaker, shared our thoughts on a devotional on Zechariah 3:17, and then got to work on our first lesson in Physical Science. They were all great listeners and actively participated, which made for a fun and quick hour together. I can say the same for American History and IEW, as well. We've got a great class!
Please see below for a recap of each class as well as this week's homework.
If you have any questions or concerns, please don't hesitate to reach out to me via email or my phone. My office hours are anytime between now and Friday at 12pm.
Blessings,
Mrs. Ayala
Announcements
Announcements
9/9, Park day and ASB HS & JH Meet & Greet at McCarthy Park, Upland.
9/13 & 9/15, Chick-Fil-A Fundraiser (Glendora), 6:30am-10:00pm
9/13 & 9/15, Picture day - Every student needs to complete the picture form, click HERE.
9/24, BHA Family Beach Day, BonFire @5pm, RSVP coming soon.
9/27 & 9/29, Chapel, Parent Prayer & Coffee, Spirit Rally @9:45am (USA Patriotic Day)
September Newsletter, includes ASB’s first The Vine video.
Field trip details, RSVP and payment details are coming soon.
Please help keep the Campus clean by picking up any trash you see in the parking lots, courtyard, playground, etc. This is an important part of keeping a healthy and thriving relationship with the church! Thank you in advance.
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
PHYSICAL SCIENCE
Recap
Recap
The Students arrived and found their seat assignments. I welcomed them and introduced myself and shared this week's Bible devotion on Zephaniah 3:17. We discussed that not only is God all-powerful and Mighty to Save but that He rejoices over us with singing!
We played an Ice Breaker game called "Roll It To Know It." Each Student learned 2-3 interesting facts about their neighbor and then shared one with the class.
Discussed how the text book is set up and the structure of the class.
Reviewed my expectations for writing vocabulary words in their notebooks. Students are to use 2 different colored pens (red / blue). We did a few as examples.
Began with Lesson 1, pp 14-15.
Also did a quick review of Lesson 2, pp 16-17.
Did the Conversion of Energy experiment using rubber bands. The Students had fun with this!
Reviewed this week's hoemwork.
Addison closed us in a beautiful prayer. Thank you, Addison.
Dismissed class for their 10min break.
Science Homework
Science Homework
Recommended
Recommended
(note: all vocabulary words can be found in the glossary located on page 121)
If you didn’t finish in class, write vocabulary words for Lesson 1 Introduction to Mechanical Energy, in your notebook. Remember to use the red/blue ink method:
Mechanics
Mechanical energy
Energy
If you didn’t finish in class, read Lesson 2 Potential & Kinetic Energy, pp. 16-17
Write vocabulary words in your notebook using the red/blue ink method:
Kinetic energy
Potential energy
Answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 17. Bring to class for credit.
Read Lesson 3 Conservation of Energy, pp. 19-20
Write vocabulary words in your notebook using the red/blue ink method:
Law of conservation of energy
First law of thermodynamics
Law of conservation of mass
Answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p.20. Bring to class for credit
Complete ENERGY TRANSFORMATIONS worksheet.Bring to class for credit.
Read Lesson 4 Conservation of Momentum, pp. 22-23
Write vocabulary words in your notebook using the red/blue ink method:
Momentum
Law of conservation of momentum
Answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p.23. Bring 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.
AMERICAN History
AMERICAN History
Recap
Recap
We started class with the Pledge of Allegiance followed by an opening prayer graciously led by Miah. Thank you, Miah. I also introduced 2 new students to the class.
We then celebrated our first 2 of 6 birthdays today! Throughout the year we will celebrate everyone's birthdays but on the first day of school we celebrate summer birthdays. Happy Birthday, Natalie and Bella R.
We played another Icebreaker round of "Roll It to Know It."
Discussed classroom management and structure.
Began with Chapter 1. I reviewed the story of Christopher Columbus with the class.
We read "I Could Feel His Hand Upon Me" on p.3 and then discussed Columbus's faith and God's hand over his life.
Passed out the 50 States List and the 50 States Map. We will be learning states, capitals, and locations throughout the year. We also watched the Fifty Nifty States video.
Reviewed this week's homework.
Collected homework and dismissed class for their 10 minutes recess.
American History Homework
American History Homework
Recommended
Recommended
Read Chapter 2, pp. 9-14
In complete sentences, answer Chapter 2 Review Questions, pp. 14. Bring to class next week for credit.
Pick one explorer from this chapter and choose to either draw a picture of him or print a photo of him from the internet. Please also find 2-3 interesting facts about him. Bring to class next week for credit.
Additional Assignments for Further Understanding
Additional Assignments for Further Understanding
Be prepared to share the explorer you chose with the class next week. You will earn a bonus point for sharing!
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
Welcomed a new Student to the class and then celebrated two more summer birthdays. Happy Birthday, Sophia!
We reviewed the Highlight Verse again.
Began with Lesson 1. Reviewed the goals for this lesson as well as Structure, Style, and Key Word Outlines.
We read "The Lion and the Mouse" and then discussed it. Students were asked to create a KWO for it. Sebastien volunteered to retell the story using his KWO and the Read. Think. Look Up. Speak. Method. He did excellent!
Reviewed this week's vocabulary words.
Reviewed homework for this week.
Celebrated 2 more summer birthdays... Happy Birthday Isabella B. and Addison!
I closed the class in prayer and dismissed the class. Thank you, Natalie, for staying at the end of class to help me clean up!
IEW Homework
IEW Homework
Recommended
Recommended
Day 3, pp. 11
Read and discuss “The Ant and the Grasshopper” on p. 16
Reread the source text one sentence at a time and circle two or three key words in each sentence that tell the sentence’s main idea.
Copy the key words onto the KWO on p. 17, using symbols, numbers, and abbreviations when possible
Day 4, p. 12
Using only your KWO on p. 17, tell “The Ant and the Grasshopper” back to a parent using the Read. Think. Look Up. Speak. method. If a note is unclear, check the source text and fix your note. Be prepared to retell the story in class next week using only your KWO.
Review this week’s vocabulary words and their meanings.
Additional Credit for Further Understanding
Additional Credit for Further Understanding
Use this week’s vocabulary words in two independent & original sentences. Bring to class next week for credit.
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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