No doubt, the older I get the faster time flies.  I cannot believe it is already December and there is snow on the ground.

Your kids came back from Thanksgiving Break ready to work and for that, I am thankful.  We began new units in our afternoon cultural studies and the children seem to be completely immersed in their small group and independent studies.  Level 4 are back in Utah for more history, Level 5 took a trip to Ancient Egypt and Level 6 students are researching the Middle Ages.  You can find a copy of the study guide for each level under the *PDF tab at the top of the blog.  Each grade level has a 3 week unit plan that will take us all the way up to Winter break.  Although in some cases it looks like a lot of work, there is plenty of time during class for this work to be completed if your child is on task.

Speaking of Winter break, our annual pancake breakfast is scheduled for the last day of school before the break.  Each year we have a class breakfast, with parents invited to join us for pancakes, fruit and juice.  In order to make this a success, we need parent volunteers to cook as well as donations of food items and paper goods.  Our breakfast is scheduled from 9-10:30, Friday, December 18.  The students will set up the tables and chairs at 8:30.   With breakfast beginning around 9:30 (once pancakes have begun coming off the griddle).  If can volunteer time, goods or both, please sign up at this link.

*Updated Forms:

If your student is in need of additional copies of Science Fair forms or the guidelines for the International Festival (PDF), you can find those forms on the tabs at the top of the blog.