Students in Ms. Mann, Mrs. Walker, and Mrs. Tiffner's classes have just concluded a unit study on the Islamic world as part of their Social Studies curriculum. Throughout this unit, the students explored the complexities of Islam, gaining a deeper understanding of its religious principles and cultural significance. They also examined the remarkable achievements and contributions of key figures within Islamic society, appreciating their impact on fields such as science, literature, and philosophy. To bring their studies to life, the students analyzed the intricate art … [Read more...] about 6th Grade Unit Study: The Islamic World

There are not many better combinations than a beautiful morning, live music, and a celebration of writing! As we all gear up for an exciting summer, the students in Mrs. Manocchio and Ms. Levine's ELA classes spent some time outside "chalking up the blacktop" with wonderful summer-themed haiku poems. The writers were accompanied by a solo acoustic guitar performance by classmate Lucas Linardos, who strummed along to song requests in the background, as his classmates wrote their haikus in sidewalk chalk and drew visual images to go with them. The students had a … [Read more...] about Summer Vibes: An End-Of-Year Poetry & Music Celebration