April 21 - 25

WEEKLY HIGHLIGHTS

PRESTON

Preston wrote a short childhood biography for language arts this week.  It was touching to read about his memories of childhood and to see things through his eyes over the years.  His writing has really improved the past two years with the reading and writing he has been completed.  It has been extremely rewarding to watch him grow! 

Preston Childhood Bio

MARISSA

Marissa gave a presentation about her second semester project in Georgics.  She originally was considering learning about woodwork, but changed her mind when she decided to sew a dress for winter formal.  She added many more skills to her sewing knowledge this semester!  Her tia abuela (great aunt) helped her so much with the dress.  She is a professional seamstress and Marissa learned so much working side by side with her.  Marissa's two biggest sewing projects this semester were her formal dress and a rag quilt she made for her nephew, who recently got to go home after 44 days in the NICU.  She learned so much and her presentation was amazing!  

CALEB

Caleb read the book "Amal Unbound."  It is about a 12-year-old girl who lives in a small village in Pakistan.  She dreams of becoming a teacher, but when she accidentally insults a ruling family in the village, she is sent away to be an indentured servant.  Caleb really enjoyed the book.  He has such a tender heart and it was hard for him to read about some of her trials, but it was so good for him to see her perseverance.