Hello friends and family!
I hope you are all enjoying some time away from school and work this winter. As usual, the NC students at Clark Street were busy learning English, reading, writing, and math in December. Here are some highlights of some of the “fun” learning activities that the students did:
1. Learning More About Small Things
Students used microscopes to find out what our world looks like when you make small things very big. Students discovered that plants and animals are made up of small parts called cells, and were surprised to find out that even things like soap and paint were a mix of all kinds of other materials!
2. Ice-Hockey Game
To learn more about American culture, the students went to a Railers game at DCU center. They enjoyed a chance to learn about a new sport, and enjoyed the new sights and sounds.
3. Winter Concert
This year, the students sang two songs at the winter concert. Many of you came to see them sing (thank you for your support!). The video below shows the students practicing for the concert:
4. Old Civilizations
This year students are learning about how people lived long ago. To understand how people made writing systems, the students learned how to write their names using old Egyptian and Mesopotamian writing systems.
Other updates
- In January, students will take the ACCESS tests to measure their speaking, listening, reading, and writing in English.
- In February, the school will hold a dance for all families – I will send more information as the date approaches.
Thank you for making time for our student conferences. I will continue to call and text you with updates or questions – please call or text me as needed as well.
Sincerely,
Anek Belbase