Weekly Update and Shakespeare Information

Hello Brown & Hill Families,  

We haven’t had time for jobs like normal, and thus students have not prepared a newsletter, so I wanted to just give a quick update on LA/SS. First, there is a lot going on. Mr. Hill, Mr. Kinser, and I are checking planner each day; asking your student to show you their planner in the evening can help remind them of what they need to do. Students have a lot on their plate at the moment, but please remember that we do not grade down for late work, and sometimes students need to be reminded of that as well. Because of the snow days, we have a shortened timeline for some things, like Shakespeare, so they may have to put in more time at home to memorize their lines. We strive to keep workload balanced; please help students prioritize sleep and healthy habits above everything else. Additionally, please be in touch if you have questions/concerns.  

Shakespeare: Both classes have been working with Ms. Heather for two weeks now. They are “auditioning” today, which is more just theater class as usual. Heather runs auditions differently than a conventional audition; it is very low stress, and They will receive their parts today or tomorrow. Heather collects students’ top three choices for parts, as well as the size of role that they desire, and works hard to meet the needs of every student. Students will receive their part tonight or tomorrow. Please help by supporting students with they part that they get.  

Shakespeare performance dates are below. Students are required to come to the evening performance. Please get in touch with me if there is any conflict. 

Mr. Brown’s Class Performance Date: Thursday 5/9/19 - shows at 1pm and 7pm  

Mr. Hill's Class Performance Date: Tuesday 5/14/19 - shows at 1pm and 7pm  

Book Clubs: Students are reading a variety of historical fiction books taking place in colonial America, or in America just after the American Revolution. They are discussing their books on Tuesday and Thursdays and will be finishing up by next Thursday. They will be analyzing the themes present in their books, and completing a group creative project, similar for the one they completed for The True Confessions of Charlotte Doyle.  

Culture Project: Cascadia’s inaugural culture night is coming up next Wednesday, 3/13, at 5:30pm. Our 5th graders have an assignment to interview a close family member (it could be you!) about who they look up to/thinks of as a hero. Please join us on Wednesday for the culmination of their project.  

5th Grade Science Fair: Wednesday, March 20th is the Fifth Grade Science Fair. Completed tri-folds need to be ready to go at 8 a.m. All five classes will get a chance to move between rooms and see each project as well as have an assigned time to present their work. 

Thank you and sincerely, 

-Nathan, Josh and Jordan