This morning we did a counseling activity with Ms. Stephanie about bullies.
We read more about the American Revolutionary War and continued our essays. Lots of people are now up to their second draft.
In the afternoon we watched two more scenes from The Patriot. We discussed what would make us fight. Most people in Gr. 5 were more inclined to fight if they were invaded than to secure trade or help a failed state. This would be a good issue to discuss with your family.
The Science Fair is tomorrow from 2:30pm, starting in the LAC cafeteria. Parents welcome. You make take students home after we finish the awards ceremony (around 3:15pm) but please let me know. I would really appreciate some help packing up at the end (and there will be refreshments). I hope everyone is as excited as I am.
A notice went home today about this year’s AST Summer Camp. This is a fun activity to do if you’re staying in Taiwan over July. If you have any questions about it, please ask myself, Mr. Sharp or Ms. Eppel.
Vocabulary
The allied forces were in disarray because of their dire need of a more courageous leader. Some soldiers deserted, some surrendered and some turned traitor. The rough terrain and then the decisive siege foiled their elaborate plan. The general resigned.
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