5.9.23
Hi 5th/6th Grade BHA Families!
Well, we are in the HOME STRETCH! Two more weeks of classes and then this amazing school year will come to a close. It truly feels like we were just kicking off orientation and getting to know one another, and now here we are. I am happy to report that we have finished all of our syllabus lessons in all 3 subjects and now will be wrapping up with final projects and special events. This week the Students got a taste of that with a special project we did in Science after listening to our first 3 AMAZING Science Project presenters. We then played a review game in History, got some additional direction for the IEW Final Project, and then enjoyed a beautiful showcase of latin music and dance by our performing arts students. Such a fun day!
I would like to wish all you incredible Mothers a most amazing Mother's Day weekend. I am praying that, through the hugs and smiles you receive from each of your children, you may feel the love of the Father poured down in abundance! Your children are so very blessed to call you, Mom! enJOY this special weekend!
Blessings,
Mrs. AyalaHA FYI
P.S. I AM STILL ACCEPTING DONATIONS!!! Families, 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. Your help would be so appreciated and would ensure the Students have an enjoyable and memorable end of year experience. A big thanks to those of you who have already donated such wonderful items. I am so thankful for you!!
BHA FYI
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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.
5/9, Campus Preview Day today!
5/9 & 5/11, closed (student only) performing arts show. Dismiss classes at 11:15am. Leave belongings outside of the classroom. Students will be sent back to their classrooms at the end of the show.
5/12, Branches Performing Arts “La Fiesta” end of year show, make a donation HERE.
5/19, Branches Graduation (doors open at 5:45pm) & Open House (appx. 7pm)
Tuesday 5/23 @11am, Kinder and 8th grade promotion in the sanctuary, followed by our end of the year potluck. Classes will be dismissed at 11am.
Thursday 5/25 @11:30am, kinder promotion in the sanctuary followed by our end of the year potluck. Classes will be dismissed at 11:30am.
5/23 & 25 @12pm, End of the Year Fiesta Potluck (Tuesday sign-up HERE) & (Thursday sign-up HERE). NO AFTERNOON ENRICHMENT CLASSES. All students must be picked at 12pm or have a parent with them during the potluck.
Field trips sign-ups and/or payment, click HERE.
5/19 & 5/26, La County Fair Kids Sold Out.
***EXTENSION*** 6/9-6/11 Summer San Diego KOA Family Camping, make your reservation HERE by 5/25/23.
**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.**
Opened class with a beautiful prayer led by Zoe. Thank you, Zoe.
We were then blessed by our first 3 Science Project presenters, Natalie, Miah G, and Ethan. They all did an exceptional job and should be proud. Parents, I took videos if you would like them!
We then did a Mothers' Day Devotional and special project that they all truly enjoyed. Your Kiddos have such amazing hearts for their Mommas. So so special!
Dismissed all Performing Arts Students at 9:50am.
Reviewed homework & then dismissed class for recess.
Finalize your year-end Science Project, due NEXT WEEK... MAY 16TH! Remember to review the expectations for your project here. You will be graded on each of requirements.
Bring back to class your FIRST SEMESTER Science Projects to showcase at Open House OR you may bring them the night of Open House!
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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.
We started class with the Pledge of Allegiance, the Armor of God, and then Israel kindly opened the class in prayer. Thank you, Israel!
I passed back their All States Final Exams and shared how their grades translated into bank book points. CONGRATULATIONS to Ethan for being the one student to score 100% on both the State Names and the Capital Names. So very impressive, Ethan!
We then played a review game, covering chapters 28, 29, and the Epilogue. Congratulations "Sethans" for taking the win by 1 point!
We used the extra time in class to review their IEW Part 2 Letters. I corrected each of them so that they would have the notes to work from when finalizing PART 3, which is due next week!
Jedi lovingly closed the class in prayer, thank you Jedi!
Dismissed class for a quick recess.
Work on your Team's History timeline assignment. Please refer to this sheet for your Team's responsibility and an image suggestion. Team Captains, please take the lead on your Team's drawing! Remember to please bring whatever work you have done at home to class; PLEASE ALSO BRING ART SUPPLIES TO CLASS NEXT WEEK!
Bring back to class your FIRST & SECOND SEMESTER American History Projects to showcase at Open House OR you may bring them the night of Open House!
Additional Assignment
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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.
Dismissed at 11:10 for the "La Fiesta" performance.
FINALIZE Personal Letter, Part 3, due NEXT WEEK…. MAY 16TH!
Make all necessary corrections and edits per notes
Combine Greeting, Introduction, 3 paragraphs (body), Conclusion, Complimentary Close
YOU MUST INCLUDE ALL CHECKLIST ITEMS, as listed on pages 210 & 218.
Be prepared to read out loud to the class next week!
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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.