The sixth grade class is beginning their lessons in history. We will study archaeology, Early Humans, Ancient Greece, China, Egypt and Rome. To help put all the great civilizations in perspective we worked on timelines and dates in history. The students aligned themselves in order with dates from 10,000 B.C.E to 2018.
The middle school classes spent time learning about our local history and the wild west yesterday. We had a special guest teacher who explained the history of the cowboy, their attire, and the job of moving cattle. She also focused on local historical figure Adolfo Camarillo. The students then worked in groups to complete a […]
The 7th grade class is learning all about the class structure, warriors, religion and hard work of the Aztecs. We created Aztec shields with designs that reflect the Aztec culture. First the Mayans, then the Aztecs and next we will travel to Peru to find out about the Inca’s!
The 6th grade has been studying the Ancient Greeks. We learned about their geography, architecture, gods, and wars. Each student designed a pot to reflect a scene from Ancient Greece. The last part of our lessons will focus on their lasting contributions.
The 8th grade continues their Gospel Thursday lessons. Last week the Gospel message from JN 15:9-17 focused on love. For our reflection we studied many quotes from saints about love of others and God. We then created a word wall using the many beautiful quotes. This week is the Ascension of our Lord.
The 8th grade class is concluding their study of the American Civil War. Each student completed a Buncee on a person who played a role for either the Union or Confederacy. After each presentation the students created a collage of the names and a symbol or quote that represented their role in the war. We […]
The 7th grade begins the study of Mesoamerica cultures. The first culture we are learning about is the powerful Mayans. The class took notes on the geography and animals in Guatemala and Mexico. Next we will examine their traditions, sports, and advances in science and math.
Today the 6th grade class went on a nature walk with their 1st grade buddies. We searched for many amazing plants and animals created by God. We found birds, bees, flowers, pinecones and many other nature items. The 7th and 8th grade also went on nature scavenger hunts and then discussed ways to be good […]
The 6th grade class is currently studying Ancient Egypt. We are focusing this week on their belief in the afterlife and the many gods they worshipped. Next week we will have a virtual field trip with the Penn Museum in Philadelphia teaching us about the mummification process. Each step from brain removal to the final […]
The middle school grades brought Stations of the Cross booklets up to church and reflected on each station. The students quietly paused at each one and thought about what happened and how it affects them today. After each pair of students completed the journey they spent some time sitting in church and praying. A year […]