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October 22, 2018

Dear Parents,

I hope you had a chance to view the cell reproduction videos.  We had fun watching them and even had some pretty good giggles!  :)

We started talking about genetics this week.  The kids are in the process of learning about how and why they are made the way they are.  It is rather entertaining watching their "light bulbs" pop on when they figure out some of his/her looks.  We will complete a spongebob activity and some halloween coloring sheets to help solidify their understanding.  The next project (which is individually completed) will be assigned on November 5th and have a fall/Thanksgiving theme.

Conferences are "scheduled" (we don't really schedule for middle school) for next Wednesday and Thursday.  PLEASE be sure your child joins you for the conference.  It is so important for the student to hear about areas of improvements that need to be made, but even more importantly positive points about his/her current status.  The only way to get the report card is to attend the conference.  I look forward to seeing you all!!!!

Have a great weekend and I hope that you enjoy the extra days off next week!  :)
Kim


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