Curriculum Update

Math:  We are presently working on a unit on data management.  Below are our learning goals for the unit:

Data Management

	I can collect data by conducting a survey or an experiment and record observations or measurements.
	I can collect and organize discrete primary data and secondary data and display in tables and graphs.
	I can collect and organize continuous primary data and secondary data and display in tables and graphs.
	I can choose an appropriate type of graph (pictographs, horizontal or vertical bar graph, double bar graphs, stem-and-leaf plots, broken-line graphs, continuous line graphs) to represent a set of data, graph the data using technology, and justify my choice.
	I can determine how well a set of data represents a population based on how the data was collected.
	I can interpret and draw conclusions from primary and secondary data presented in charts, tables and graphs.
	I can compare different graphical representations of the same data.
	I can explain how different scales used on graphs can influence conclusions drawn from the data.
	I can demonstrate an understanding of mean and use it to compare two sets of data, with and without the use of technology.
	I can demonstrate an understanding of how data from charts, tables and graphs can be used to make inferences and convincing arguments.

Literacy:  We are working on writing poems and incorporating vivid imagery and literary devices throughout.  We will begin reading a series of non-fiction articles soon using the website "newsela" to identify characteristics of non-fiction texts.

Religion:  The students are presenting the story of Moses through drama tomorrow!

Phys-Ed:  We are learning the skills and drills of volleyball

Health:  We are learning about making healthy choices for a healthy lifestyle and the media and body image.

Arts:  We will be focusing on drama and dance in order to prepare for the upcoming Christmas Concert!