3.28.23

Hi 5th/6th Grade BHA Families!

Our day was filled with lots of interesting & engaging conversations that really made the time fly by. I hope the Students are able to share something new they learned today. Would love to know if they do!

Please note that next week we will be celebrating RESURRECTION WEEKEND in our IEW Class, so please feel free to send nut-free snacks or treats to share. I will provide Easter themed paper plates, napkins, decor, and worship music celebrating our Savior.

Lastly, I have a favor to ask! Our end of year Class Raffle is approaching. This is when the Students "cash" in their bank book points for raffle tickets and get a chance to earn some really cool prizes. I am asking for donations of items I can raffle off. It can be anything from a $5 In-N-Out Gift Card to a board game to some cool books or anything else you know your child and their friends would enjoy. Please email me at magda.ayala.branches@gmail.com or text me at 617.901.7722 with what you will be able to donate. I need all donations by May 9th. Your help would be so appreciated and would ensure the Students have an enjoyable and memorable end of year experience. Many thanks!

Blessings,

Mrs. AyalaHA FYI

P.S. Amongst all the fun we had, I completely forgot to take photos today! So sorry about that!

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Calendar Announcements

We have been officially invited to stay at FVC for the 2023-2024 school year. We will be back for school on Mondays and Tuesdays. Thursday students will be moved to Mondays. More details about the coming year will be announced soon.

3/21 - 4/27, Assure Pregnancy Center Baby Items Drive, items needed and more information can be found HERE.
3/28, Last day to purchase prom tickets, HERE.
3/28, Selfie with a Senior (Come visit with our High School Seniors)
3/31, Branches Talent Show at 6:00pm, Ticket donations welcome, HERE.
4/1, Foothill Vineyard Church Outreach Opportunity, RSVP HERE by 3/29.
4/4, TUESDAY Seder Meal. This is a POTLUCK Event, please sign up HERE.
4/11-4/20 Easter Break, NO SCHOOL
4/12, Last day to purchase your yearbook, details HERE.
5/2, Curriculum Sale 9am - 1pm, more info to come.

Field trips sign-ups and/or payment, click HERE.

4/3 Huntington Library, CLOSED.
4/6 Quakes Stadium Family Night, RSVP HERE by 3/30.
6/9-6/11 Summer San Diego KOA Family Camping, make your reservation HERE by 5/1/23.

**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

Recap

Opened class with a review of our previous Lent Devotionals. We then read this week's Lent Devotional along with John 13:1-17, which led to a discussion on Jesus humbling himself to wash the feet of His disciples, including the disciple who would betray Him the very next day. We talked about remembering that even we meet was created in the image of God and the importance of treating others more importantly than ourselves by using kind and respectful words. Miah G. lovingly opened the class in prayer.
We finished this Unit on Modern Conveniences by reviewing the 3 lessons on Sewing Machines, Modern Appliances, and Clocks. Students were able to share their findings from their Modern Appliances worksheet which included a discovery that these appliances save them days worth of work each week! We then tested their knowledge with a fun table quiz game that ended with a neck and neck battle. Great work, Table 3!!!
Reviewed homework & then dismissed class for recess.

Science Homework

Read Lesson 27 Microscope, p. 357-359
- Complete either A or B:
  - A. Write vocabulary words in your notebook
    1. Simple microscope
    2. Compound microscope
    3. Objective
    4. Eyepiece
    5. Achromatic
    6. Electron microscope
    7. Scanning tunneling microscope / STM
    8. Fluorescence microscopy
  - B. On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 359 . Bring to class for credit.
Read Lesson 28 Medical Imaging 1, p. 361-364
- If you would like to participate in next week’s experiment, bring a medium to large sized, peeled orange to class next week.
- Complete either A or B:
  - A.Write vocabulary words in your notebook
    1. Medical Imaging
    2. Radiography
    3. Fluoroscopy
    4. Computer Axial Tomography / CT Scan / CAT SCan
    5. Radiology
  - B. On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 364 . Bring to class for credit.
Read Lesson 29 Medical Imaging 2, p. 365-367
- Complete either A or B:
  - A. Write vocabulary words in your notebook
    1. Ultrasound
    2. Transducer
    3. Piezoelectric
    4. Magnetic resonance imaging / MRI
  - B. On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p.368. Bring to class for credit.
Read Lesson 30 Microsurgery, p. 369-371
- Complete either A or B:
  - A. Write vocabulary words in your notebook
    1. Microsurgery
    2. Endoscope
  - B. On a loose sheet of paper that you can turn in, answer in complete sentences, “What Did We Learn?” p. 371 . Bring to class for credit.

Additional Assignments for Further Understanding

Earn 5 Bank Book points by completing the “Design a Robotic Surgery System” project on p. 371. This includes drawing a picture of your new system, writing a paragraph explaining how it works and why it would be better than the current form of surgery, AND presenting to the class. Bring to class 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.

AMERICAN History

Recap

We started class with the Pledge of Allegiance, the Armor of God, and then Natalie kindly opened the class in prayer.
I passed back the WESTERN REGION Quiz. Over half the class scored 100%. Great job!!
Reviewed Chapter 27, America's Recent Past, and then had a lengthy conversation on the Bush / Gore election of 2000 and the process of electoral votes. Most of the class had their mind blown with the reality of how US Presidents are elected. This would be a good conversation to have with your Student. I'm sure they'd love to hear from you your thoughts on the electoral college and how it has impacted the results of elections you have voted in!
We discussed the end of the year American History projects. It seems every understands expectations. Please check in with your Student to see if they need any help. I look forward to seeing all of their final projects on May 2nd.
We discussed an upcoming History Timeline project.
Reviewed homework & dismissed class for recess.

American History Homework

Read Chapter 28, The American System, p. 189-194.
- In complete sentences answer review questions on p.194. Bring to class next week to submit for credit.
Recreate the map of the US today (p. 189). Make sure all states and state capitals are clearly labeled. Place a star within each state you have visited. I will be showcasing these maps at Open House, so please be neat:) Also, come prepared to share how many US states you have visited in your lifetime. NOTE: Flight layovers do not count, UNLESS you left the airport and were able to get outside and visit the city you were in!
Study for the ALL REGIONS FINAL EXAM next week!!! This will NOT be a table exam!

Additional Assignment

None

IEW

Recap

Opened class with school announcements prior to Jedi sweetly opening the class in prayer.
I shared an excellent example of creative writing from last week's "Mount Olympus " assignment. Great work, Jacks!
Bea shared her"Flying Mythical Creatures" composition as Bella and Jordyn listened for checklist items.
We reviewed the IEW SPRING FINAL PROJECT thoroughly, including a lesson on Inventive Writing and a discussion of their favorite myths, fables, and fairy tales. This is due in 3 parts. The first part is due next week, April 4th. Please see here for more information.
We then read the source texts of the Orion Constellation together.
I reviewed the homework in detail.
Sophia sweetly began the closing prayer, and I wrapped it up by praying over the individual prayer requests.
The Students were then dismissed to join in on some Senior celebrations as well as the Resurrection Cookie decorating activity.
See you next week!

IEW Homework

Finish PART 1 of your Final Project. This is due next week, 4/4!
- Turn to page 203-210 in your IEW book for complete instructions.
- Be sure to complete the KWOs on p. 206-207, as well as the Style Practice and Vocabulary on p 208-209. DO NOT DO THE #6 VSS OPENER PRACTICE. We have not learned this yet.
- Follow steps 1-3 of Day 3 instructions found on p. 204. Note on your checklist on p. 210 that you do NOT need to include a #6VSS Opener yet!
- Follow steps 1-2 of Day 4 instructions found on p. 204. 3-Hole punch your documents and bring to class next week.

Additional Credit for Further Understanding

Complete the KWO on p. 171. Using the FUSED KWO, tell the facts back to someone. If a note is unclear, fix it. For the clincher, repeat or reflect the words on the TOPIC LINE.
Complete Style Practice on pp. 172-173.
Review the Checklist on p. 174. Using your FUSED KWO begin writing ONE paragraph about flying mythical creatures. Follow the checklist. When you reach the end of the fused outline, create a clincher sentence that repeats or reflects the key words placed on the topic line by the Roman numeral.
Follow steps 1-3 of Day 3 instructions found on p. 168.
Follow steps 1-2 of Day 4 instructions found on p. 168. 3-Hole punch your documents and bring to class next week for 5 Bank Book Points!

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