Back to school! What, how did the time go by so quickly!
This term we are starting with the unit of study ‘Justice’:
We are back in action and week one was no exception:
In English class this week, our middle schoolers are diving into the art of making inferences, and what better way to practice than by using something they know and love: social media. Students are exploring how much information we can gather about someone just by looking at Fakebook posts. Does a stream of beach photos mean they’re into surfing, or do they just love the ocean vibe? What can we tell from their favorite emojis, hashtags, or even the way they write captions? It’s all about reading between the lines and piecing together the clues!
In IMYC, we started our new unit with an eye-opening entry point: exploring constitutions from around the world. Our focus? Citizen rights and how governments uphold—or fail to uphold—them. Using the UN’s Universal Declaration of Human Rights as our guide, students are investigating what people should reasonably expect from their rulers and what happens when those expectations aren’t met.
This framework has led us to some hard but important conversations about minority groups who have faced discrimination and injustice in History. To deepen their understanding, students are beginning a study of the Armenian Genocide, examining how the denial of rights can escalate into devastating consequences. It’s a challenging but vital journey, as we connect history to the values and responsibilities of citizenship today.
In Science this week, we’ve been diving into the fascinating world of enthalpy and chemical reactions. Students are getting to grips with key terminology like endothermic and exothermic, learning how energy is absorbed or released during reactions. To make these concepts stick, we’ve been exploring energy diagrams, breaking down how they represent the flow of energy in different types of reactions. This foundational knowledge will set the stage for next week’s exciting lab, where students will see these reactions in action.
In PSHE this week, we’re focusing on setting ourselves up for success—this term and beyond—by mastering the art of SMART goals! Students are learning how to make their goals Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound. Whether it’s improving their grades, making more time for hobbies, or building healthier habits, SMART goals help break down big dreams into manageable steps. Through discussions and activities, students are exploring how this framework can keep them motivated and on track, whether they’re tackling a tricky school project or planning for the future.
Homework Term 2, Week 1
Year 8/9 Math: Per Mr. Green
Year 7 Math: Spr.1.5 – Use formal methods for subtraction of integers
- Take home your Math Workbook
- Video Lesson linked on Google Classroom
- Follow the lesson, complete the worksheet
- Bring it back MONDAY
English: Inferences
- Complete the photo inference sheet (just like in class)
- Bring it Back Friday
History: Armenian Genocide Reading Questions
- Take Home History Notebook
- Reread the articles from class
- Answer The Armenian Genocide Questions (with the Ottoman Soldier image) #1-14, and the Primary Source Documents questions on the backside.
- Bring it back MONDAY
Science: Endothermic and Exothermic Questions, Reading and Questions
- Take home your Science Notebook
- Complete the questions from Thursday’s class notes
- Read Endothermic Vs. Exothermic Reactions and answer the comprehension questions
- Bring Back FRIDAY (BUT you need your notebook in class TUESDAY)
Have a great weekend and see you Monday,
Mrs. Leah
