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.
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 […]
The 6th grade class reminisced about their favorite Dr. Seuss books as a young child and then designed a theme park ride based on the book. The rides are very exciting and clever. The class enjoyed sharing memories about favorite characters and books.
The 6th grade class is studying stories in the Old Testament. Currently we are reading about Joseph and his role as a steward for the people of Egypt and Israel. Each student researched an endangered animal and drew a picture of that animal. We discussed ways we could help protect the animals, earth, and each […]
As part of history class, the middle school is enjoying several different virtual field trips during our current learning challenges. We have viewed and discussed ancient artifacts from the Getty Villa, modern photography from the Getty Center, and experienced an interactive reenactment of the Grenada rescue with the Reagan Library. Last week the 6th and […]
Sixth and Eighth graders have completed their first virtual lab! We’ve been reviewing the scientific method- making observations, using our background knowledge and new concepts to make a hypothesis and put it to the test. Sixth graders used erosion as the topic and made models using sugar. We “eroded” different shapes and recorded what we […]
The middle school students reviewed a Brainpop movie on going back to school in 2020. We then discussed the challenges and strategies to help us complete a successful year. Part of the discussion focused on staying positive through our faith and support of our families. We are ready to learn and grow in 2020!
Middle school has been busy. Remote learning (and teaching) has its challenges but with some help from our science lab assistant we were able to pack up some necessary items for family pick up and were able to complete a few labs remotely! 8th graders have completed their studies on the Solar System with a […]