Friday, September 13, 2013

Dynamic Dialogue 9/13/13

Happy Friday Dynamic Team!

Upcoming Events:         Hixson Family Fund Night - September 13, 3:00 - 8:00
                                          DQ Grill and Chill
                                     Term One Ends - September 20th
                                     Term One Grades Mailed - September 27
                                     
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English –
What makes a name famous? This week students have been practicing their research skills by looking up  famous names, such as: Cher, Shaq, Hannibal, Voldemort and more! Next we reviewed the elements of effective informative/explanatory essays in preparation for writing their own essay about a famous name of their choice.
For more information about our current unit of study, go to: https://docs.google.com/a/wgcloud.org/presentation/d/1KWSvDu5y9kDQpvrQJ6keMHDLcOxAlcGnE-lEMQzD8Sc/edit



Susan Artkras – artkras.susan@wgmail.org


Math –  


The operations of integers/rational numbers is the first unit in Connected Mathematics.  This week students learned how to add and subtract integers/rational numbers, along with some Pre-Algebra concepts.  Next week students will learn how to multiply and divide integers/rational numbers.

A reminder that the deadline to purchase a team T-shirt ($8.00) and 3 math flippers ($10) is next Friday, Sept. 20, 2013. I highly recommend the math flippers because students will be able to use them in the 8th grade and high school. See the attached team T-shirt design:  Dynamic T-Shirts



Wilma Slaughter – slaughter.wilma@wgmail.org

Science –

THANK YOU! The Donors Choose project for 3 GoogleChrome computers was fully funded with matching funds with more than 30 hours before the deadline! The students will use the GoogleChrome computers to access and analyze current data and research!  

In Dynamic Systems Science the students have been developing their understanding and use of Scientific Method concepts. They have been making connections to the terms: Hypothesis, Procedure, Conclusion, Qualitative observation, Qualitative observation, and Mean.

Dynamic Systems Science – Coach Daniels - daniels.mark@wgmail.org

314-918-4603



Social Studies –

Students have continued with their work on Egypt this week  We are currently exploring the many aspects of Egyptian history and culture.  We have explored Egyptian religious beliefs - including mummification (always a favorite!), the political structure, and the fantastic Egyptian art and architecture.  Next week students will begin working on their Egyptian projects.  Directions and links are located on my website if you or your student would like a preview.


After school help is available in my room every Tuesday until 4:00 


Dynamic Social Studies Course Website:

Lisa Pettid – pettid.lisa@wgmail.org
314-918-4602

Please visit the following links for more information:
Hixson home page -http://hixson.webster.k12.mo.us/pages/Hixson
Dr. Heisserer's blog - http://hixsonprincipal.wordpress.com/



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