Mrs. Feil – Fifth and Sixth Grade Social Studies
Posted on January 27, 2012, by Kristy Feil, under Middle School Notes.
PrintI hope everyone had a wonderful and blessed start to a new year. I would like to thank all the families for all the thoughtful gifts I received
for Christmas. I was overwhelmed with all your generosity! Again thank you.
5th Grade:
We are beginning our studies of the 13 colonies which will then lead us to the American Revolution War….we will then welcome the new country of the United States of America! The students will learn about the 13 colonies, how they were divided into 3 groups; the New England Colonies, the Middle Colonies, and the Southern Colonies. We will learn how geography affected the economics of each area. The students will also learn how the influence of religion played a major role in the development of these colonies. We will read how freedom was so important to the colonists that they were willing to suffer through hardships for many years during their fight with Britain to gain their independence. We will learn about the people, places, and major battles that mostly impacted the American Revolution. We will see how the American Revolution affected United States history.
6th Grade:
We are studying Ancient Greece, the time period of 1700 B.C. – 500 A.D. We will read and learn about the rise of Ancient Greece. We will read about the democracy, philosophy, and arts during this period. The students will learn how the Greeks honored their gods; they will have a project on Greek Gods and Goddesses which they will do at home (please look for more information to come soon). We will study Athens, Sparta, and the spread of Greek culture. We will read about the Persian Empire and the results of their invasion of Greece. From here we will then begin our unit on Ancient Rome.
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Mrs. Jurik- Second Grade
Posted on November 30, 2011, by Linda Jurik, under Second Grade.
PrintFor the months of December and January we plan to cover the following topics:
Spelling: We will learn about the long ‘a’ spelled ai, a_e, ay;
long ‘e’ spelled ea and or ee; and long ‘i’ spelled y, i_e, igh.
Reading/Phonics: The class will read “Whales Song”, “Cinderella”, “I See Animals Hiding”,” Animal Camouflage”, ”What Color is Camouflage?”, and “They Thought They Saw Him”. We will review consonant blends, diagraphs and ‘o’.
English: We will continue to classify sentences. We will introduce a noun job chart and add common and proper nouns to the chart. We will also continue writing using the writing process. We will write a friendly letter to Santa in December.
Math: The students will begin adding two-digit numbers and be introduced to regrouping.
Social Studies: The students will learn about the Native Americans. They will be assigned a Native American tribe to research. They will also learn about the American Revolution and the growth of the United States.
Science: Students will identify and explore rocks, minerals, and granite. We will also talk about forces and work.
Health: The class will learn about promoting good health through medical checkups and physical activity.
Religion: We will focus on Advent as we enter the Christmas season, continue to learn the Act of Contrition, and practice for our scheduled trip to a nursing home. We will also continue to discuss the Old Testament and the Ten Commandments.
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Mr. Cervenka – Fifth Grade Social Studies
Posted on April 18, 2011, by William Cervenka, under Fifth Grade.
PrintThe students reenacted the American Revolution, and they all did a great job on their skits. I was very impressed with how they worked in groups and performed. The students then studied about the Constitution and were tested over the material. The Civil War has also been studied and the students will be tested over thatmaterial soon.
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Mrs. McClure- 4th Grade
Posted on January 18, 2011, by Alexis McClure, under Fourth Grade.
PrintWelcome back! I hope this year brings us many happy times here in the halls of St. E’s.
During January in 4A ELA we will continue to work on grammar with the Shurley Method as well as in our grammar text book. In the next month, we will be adding direct and indirect objects as well as 3-point paragraphs. These pieces will be introduced in small pieces as the children are ready for the new information. We are currently reading the novel No Talking! We will test over the novel by the end of the month and begin our next novel, The Watson’s Go to Birmingham. Please make sure that your child is reading nightly. This is most important in continuing to build their reading fluency. I have just received all lexile scores and will be Dibbles Testing the students during class. The children will be increasing their reading time to 30 minutes nightly beginning 3rd quarter. This is to prepare them for the following year with Miss. Vercillo. Please also take note that all book reports should be given on the novel that your child is reading at home and logging on their reading log. Each student is given notice of the next book report due for that quarter. We have discussed in class as well as in emails that have been sent home this year about certain books that can not be used for a book report. All book reports should be based on books that are on your child’s reading level; comic novels do not count as book report material. However, if your child does read and complete one of these comic novels and wants to do an extra book report, s/he may do so for an extra prize at the end of the semester.
The fourth graders have just started discussing and reading about the American Revolution. We will continue to discuss the need for freedom and independence in America, starting with the first 13 colonies in America to their will to want to explore westward. This will include adding states to the United States of America and eventually begin to lead to the battle of the Alamo where Texas breaks free from Spain/Mexico. Please take notice that during the Alamo section, 4th graders will watch the movie, Alamo. I will be sending home an email alerting you of a permission slip that has been sent home for you to sign. This will be written consent that your child will or will not be permitted to view the movie.
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Mrs. Jurik – Second Grade
Posted on December 8, 2010, by Linda Jurik, under Second Grade.
PrintFor the month of December we plan to cover the following topics:
Spelling: We will learn about the long ‘a’ spelled ai, a_e, ay;
long ‘e’ spelled ea and or ee; and long ‘i’ spelled y, i_e, igh.
Reading/Phonics: The class will read Cinderella, I See Animals Hiding and Animal Camouflage this month. We will review consonant blends, diagraphs and ‘o’.
English: We will continue learning about homophones and homographs. Subject/verb agreements will be taught and the different types of sentences and punctuation will be reviewed.
Math: The students will begin adding two-digit numbers and be introduced to regrouping.
Social Studies: The students will learn about the American Revolution, the Oregon Trail, and the growth of the United States. They will also learn about key historical figures who influenced the nation.
Science: Students will identify and explore rocks, minerals, and granite.
Health: The class will learn about promoting good health through medical checkups and physical activity.
Religion: We will focus on Advent as we enter the Christmas season, continue to learn the Act of Contrition, and practice for out scheduled trip to a nursing home.
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Mr. Cervenka – Fifth Grade Social Studies
Posted on December 8, 2010, by Elizabeth Belew, under Fifth Grade.
PrintThere will be a project over the thirteen colonies. We will begin in December and will be due the 16th of December before we leave for Christmas break. More details on the project will follow. The next unit will be over the American Revolution.
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Mrs. Powell – Middle School Social Studies
Posted on September 29, 2010, by Tai Powell, under Middle School Notes.
Print6th grade Social Studies: We are currently studying Unit 2 in Social Studies. This unit covers civilization that developed in the Nile, Indus, and Huang river valleys. Beginning with Chapter 3, students will learn about the significant features of ancient Egypt and Nubia, two civilizations that developed in the Nile Valley. Chapter 4 provides a detailed overview of civilizations in ancient India. Chapter 5 describes the history of ancient China. When students have studied all three chapters they will be able to compare such features as natural environment, urban development, social hierarchy, written language, belief systems government, and economy.
7th grade Social Studies: We are currently studying Unit 2 in Social Studies. This unit covers European nations exploring North America and Central America. By the late 1600’s Spain had explored and established settlements in what later becomes Texas. Chapter 3 discusses the exploration of Texas by Europeans. Chapter 4 examines the period when Spain ruled Texas.
8th grade Social Studies: We are currently studying Unit 1 Chapter 3 in Social Studies. This unit discusses the historical forces explorations, wars, and ideologies that culminated in the creation of this country. Chapter 3 discusses the era of exploration and colonization in the United States. This five sectioned chapter provides an overview of the Spanish empire in North and South America. The colonies established by English, French, and Dutch, and the Jamestown and Plymouth settlements. Chapter 4 focuses on the 13 English colonies, highlighting the characteristics of the New England, Middle, and Southern Colonies. The chapter also discusses the roots of self-government and examines day-to-day life in the colonies. Towards the middle of the month we will begin Unit 2 Chapter 5. The Unit will be about the American Revolutionary era beginning with the French and Indian War in 1754. It culminated in the first presidential election under the new Constitution of the United States in 1789. This unit discusses the crises that led to conflict in the Colonies, the Revolutionary War, and the republic and government that followed. Chapter 5 discusses the French and Indian War, the conflicts over taxation, and the protests that led to revolution.
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