EEM - It's grade check Thursday, please take a few minutes to review and discuss your child's academic progress this 4th quarter (see Canvas). We look forward to seeing *all* virtual learners tomorrow (April 16 at 7:45 a.m.) for ACT Aspire for VIRTUAL LEARNERS: Reading and Math. We also welcome all learners needing extra help or who need a quiet space to work. Breakfast and lunch will be provided for all learners.
EEM - Students in Mrs. Threet's 6th grade reading class enjoyed a review game based on the classic game Jeopardy. Students put their knowledge to the test while working collaboratively with groups to compete against classmates to test all of their knowledge gained this year. Our students are ready to crush the ACT Aspire this week!
EEM - Last Thursday, Mrs. Vance's class had their culminating activity for their Table Manners unit in Daily Living. For several weeks they talked about proper table manners and how to set a table. On April 8th they set the table for their feast and then cooked their lunch. They had English Muffin pizzas, fruit and yogurt parfaits, lemonade and a cookie for dessert. All the students did a wonderful job setting the table, cooking and showing wonderful table manners while they ate!
Reminder: Please remind your learner to bring a charged device and charger for ACT Aspire testing each day this week. Tuesday, April 13: English & Science | Wednesday, April 14: Reading & Writing | Thursday, April 15: Math | Friday, April 16: ACT Aspire for VIRTUAL LEARNERS: Reading and Math. Also, encourage them to get a good night's rest and eat a healthy breakfast.
EEM Virtual Learners - ACT Aspire testing for English, Science, and Writing is tomorrow, Friday, April 9th. We look forward to seeing *ALL* our virtual learners on campus by no later than 7:45 a.m. Testing begins promptly at 8:00 a.m. Students may arrive starting at 7:30 a.m. - breakfast and lunch will be provided. Encourage your learner to get a good night's sleep and come ready to demonstrate their learning! The second day of testing for virtual learners will be Friday, April 16th: Reading and Math.
EEM - Mrs. Williams's class calculated the time it takes to climb the stairs and walk a predetermined distance in the parking lot. They used their mass and their average time to calculate how much work and power it takes their body to complete both of these task!
EEM - Ms. Bonner's 8th grade math learners were hunting for solutions to literal equations. It is a joy to see them learning and working together!
EEM - Parents, this week, 6th and 7th grade students will be completing course requests at school. Please review the course catalog and discuss the best course options for your child during the 2021-22 school year. Course Catalog: https://bit.ly/3uo14An . Virtual Learners: Information for completing the course request will be made available through Canvas later this week.
EEM Community - Please mark your calendars:
Friday, April 9: ACT Aspire for VIRTUAL LEARNERS: English, Science, and Writing
Monday, April 12: SSD Board Meeting at EEM
April 13-16: ACT Aspire Testing Days - Tuesday, April 13: English & Science | Wednesday, April 14: Reading & Writing | Thursday, April 15: Math
Friday, April 16: ACT Aspire for VIRTUAL LEARNERS: Reading and Math
Monday, April 26: 4th Quarter Interim Reports Sent Home
EEM - It's grade check Thursday, please take a few minutes to review and discuss your child's academic progress this 4th quarter. Also, take a moment to review Nurse Courtney's Newsletter with important information to keep all of us safe: https://bit.ly/31ydLMK.
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EEM - 8th graders in Mrs. Williams's science class were modeling genetic mutations through a simple folding activity. They started with a "non-mutated gene" and quickly noted what happened if the code copied to a duplicated gene incorrectly. Bringing learning to life!
EEM - 3rd quarter report cards and (for those who ordered) Spring Pictures were sent home with learners today (those of virtual learners and students not on campus will be mailed this week). Reminder: Friday, April 2 is an AMI Virtual Day (campus closed).
EEM - Students in Mr. Braden's science class (6th grade) analyzed and researched a vacated turtle shell. Based on the examination of rings and shell measurements, students hypothesized this turtle was between 11-37 years old. Students also classified the turtle as an Eastern River Cooter. After examining the smooth bottom of the shell, students are confident the turtle was female.
EEM - Before heading out for Spring Break, students in Mr. Braden's Tools for Learning class planted potatoes and onions. They will check on them weekly to monitor their growth. They plan to harvest their potatoes and onions by the end of the school year!
EEM - Students in Mrs. Scott's Theater II class have been learning about the elements of design with the use of technical theatre. Projects have included: creating mini Broadway and Hollywood flats, model set designs inspired by their favorite song, and makeup design inspired by a favorite character.
EEM - Students in Mrs. Williams's science class modeled punnett squares and calculated the probability of traits based on their results. Students also worked collaboratively to build concept maps with terms learned in our genetics unit.
EEM - Parents, if your student participated in Band, Football, Boy’s Basketball, Track, Wrestling remind them to wear their Jersey, Band or SSD Shirt TOMORROW, March 17. Pictures will be taken 2nd Period.
EEM - Last Thursday the EEM Quiz Bowl team, coached by Mrs. Olivia Lewis, competed in the virtual regional tournament. The team came out strong against neighboring schools and represented EEM well! Great job!
EEM - Students in Mrs. Davis's 6th grade class played rhythms on Tubano drums during the week before Spring Break. The rhythm continued with 7th grade students improvising with Xylophones.
