Message from the Director

Dear Kindi Community,
I hope this message finds you well and in good spirits. As we step into the heartwarming month of November, it brings with it a sense of gratitude and reflection.
First and foremost, I want to express my deep appreciation for all the parents who contributed to the school security funds. Your commitment to the safety and well-being of our students is truly commendable. We pray that our students, parents and staff always stay safe. I am also immensely grateful for your generosity raising funds for the orphans’ program. For those who want to contribute, you can still do that. One more salute and big shout to you for making the Bake Sale a BIG success. Your donations will reach all those who are going through the catastrophic situation overseas.
In the spirit of giving, I am thrilled to announce our upcoming Thanksgiving Baskets Drive. This initiative embodies the essence of community and compassion, as we come together to support those in need in our local community. Your participation and contributions will undoubtedly make a meaningful impact on the lives of others, and we look forward to spreading warmth and joy during this time of the year.
On the sports front, our boys' basketball teams are in full swing, showcasing dedication, teamwork, and sportsmanship. The camaraderie and spirit displayed by our athletes are a testament to the values we instill in our students, both on and off the court. Additionally, I am delighted to share that our Junior High Girls Basketball team secured a remarkable third place— a testament to their hard work and skill as well as the hard work of the coaches.
Beyond the sports arena, our school continues to uphold a rigorous curriculum designed to challenge and inspire each student. We take pride in our commitment to meeting individual needs and unlocking the full potential of every learner. Your ongoing involvement in your child's education is invaluable, and we are grateful for the partnership we share in nurturing their growth and development.
Finally, let us all reflect on the abundance of blessings we have and the strength that comes from our supportive community. Thank you for your unwavering dedication to your children's education, for being active participants in their learning journey, and for your continued support of Kindi Academy.
Wishing you and your families a joyous and gratitude-filled November!
Warm regards,
Hatem Elagha
Executive Director
Kindi Academy
Message from the Dean

Greetings Eagle Family,
November is a month full of excitement around the school! The first quarter is finally over and we’re well underway into the new one. Kids are now well into the routine of the school day, and so much learning and activities are going on…from field trips, to new novels in English classes, and so much more.
November is also a month of giving. Soon, the Thanksgiving Drive will be in full swing. This is a wonderful month where we instill the value of helping others and giving to those in need by donating a box with a full Thanksgiving Meal. The kids do a great job decorating the boxes and providing a wonderful meal to those in need.
Our Student Council is working hard as well bringing life and activities to the school. It’s led by our President Musa Khan, and sponsored by Ms. Sara Gazi, Ms. Maria Jameel, and myself. This past week, there was a wonderful Spirit Week that got lots of students involved and brought so much life to the school. Stay tuned for more events and activities coming from our Student Leaders!
Before I close my message for this month, I want to remind you of a couple housekeeping points:
Thank you for your continued support of our school! Because of all of you, It’s STILL a Great Day to Be an Eagle!
Best Regards,
Sevim Memisovski
Dean of Students
Kindi Academy
November is a month full of excitement around the school! The first quarter is finally over and we’re well underway into the new one. Kids are now well into the routine of the school day, and so much learning and activities are going on…from field trips, to new novels in English classes, and so much more.
November is also a month of giving. Soon, the Thanksgiving Drive will be in full swing. This is a wonderful month where we instill the value of helping others and giving to those in need by donating a box with a full Thanksgiving Meal. The kids do a great job decorating the boxes and providing a wonderful meal to those in need.
Our Student Council is working hard as well bringing life and activities to the school. It’s led by our President Musa Khan, and sponsored by Ms. Sara Gazi, Ms. Maria Jameel, and myself. This past week, there was a wonderful Spirit Week that got lots of students involved and brought so much life to the school. Stay tuned for more events and activities coming from our Student Leaders!
Before I close my message for this month, I want to remind you of a couple housekeeping points:
- ALL students need to come to school in their uniforms! It’s cold out, and some may need sweaters- you can purchase Kindi Sweaters from Land’s End! All tops must have the logo.
- Be on time for school! Our school has a rigorous academic program, and as such, it is necessary for all students to arrive at school on time. If a student arrives 5 minutes late everyday, that’s 25 minutes a week missed from school!
Thank you for your continued support of our school! Because of all of you, It’s STILL a Great Day to Be an Eagle!
Best Regards,
Sevim Memisovski
Dean of Students
Kindi Academy
News from our 3-6 Classrooms
“What the hand does the mind remembers.” ~Maria Montessori
It has been a gorgeous autumn so far, and we enjoyed many beautiful days outdoors this October! This month we presented so many exciting fall works, including parts of a skeleton, parts of a bat, and parts of a spider!
Fall is the perfect time to talk about pumpkins! Each classroom “investigated” a pumpkin and learned about its parts. Children used adjectives to describe the pumpkin, estimated the number of seeds, guessed the weight, and discussed what can be made from a pumpkin. The children helped by pulling out the seeds and fibrous strands – they said it was wet, cold, and slimy! The life cycle of a pumpkin was also presented and put on the shelves for the kids to work with!
Art class has been a hit since the first day, and Ms. Gazi worked with the children to make 3D pumpkins, paint real leaves, and color beautiful fall pictures! There is always something fun planned for art, and the kids look forward to it every week!
This month the children went to the Brookfield Zoo for a field trip! Before heading to the zoo, we discussed the five classifications of animals (birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals) and talked about how animals can be carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores, like humans. The children enjoyed a lovely fall day at the zoo, and they loved seeing all the different animals, like monkeys, orangutans, gorillas, bison, penguins, wolves, bears, and so much more!
The end of the month was topped off with Character Day! The children dressed up as a character of their choice, and the kindergarteners briefly talked about how their character made a difference in the world and/or the importance of their character. We had some creative costumes! There was a mix of medical professionals, first responders, scientists, astronauts, musicians, prophets, and some fictional characters too! They participated in a parade and had a great time showing off their costumes to the rest of the school!
To add to an already fun month, spirit week started on the last two days of October where kids showed school spirit by participating in a “No Uniform” week! From “pajama day” to “sports jersey day” to “dress like a teacher day,” the kids did a great job in showing some school spirit! Go Kindi! Go Eagles!
In the midst of all the fun, the children have been hard at work. Many have started reading, word-building, and writing creative sentences! Some kindergarteners are learning their numbers up to 100 while some are adding or doing multiplication! Our youngest children have been working on sounds and numbers on a regular basis. We are proud to see so much progress these last few months!
~The 3-6 Team
It has been a gorgeous autumn so far, and we enjoyed many beautiful days outdoors this October! This month we presented so many exciting fall works, including parts of a skeleton, parts of a bat, and parts of a spider!
Fall is the perfect time to talk about pumpkins! Each classroom “investigated” a pumpkin and learned about its parts. Children used adjectives to describe the pumpkin, estimated the number of seeds, guessed the weight, and discussed what can be made from a pumpkin. The children helped by pulling out the seeds and fibrous strands – they said it was wet, cold, and slimy! The life cycle of a pumpkin was also presented and put on the shelves for the kids to work with!
Art class has been a hit since the first day, and Ms. Gazi worked with the children to make 3D pumpkins, paint real leaves, and color beautiful fall pictures! There is always something fun planned for art, and the kids look forward to it every week!
This month the children went to the Brookfield Zoo for a field trip! Before heading to the zoo, we discussed the five classifications of animals (birds, fish, amphibians, reptiles, and mammals) and talked about how animals can be carnivores, herbivores, or omnivores, like humans. The children enjoyed a lovely fall day at the zoo, and they loved seeing all the different animals, like monkeys, orangutans, gorillas, bison, penguins, wolves, bears, and so much more!
The end of the month was topped off with Character Day! The children dressed up as a character of their choice, and the kindergarteners briefly talked about how their character made a difference in the world and/or the importance of their character. We had some creative costumes! There was a mix of medical professionals, first responders, scientists, astronauts, musicians, prophets, and some fictional characters too! They participated in a parade and had a great time showing off their costumes to the rest of the school!
To add to an already fun month, spirit week started on the last two days of October where kids showed school spirit by participating in a “No Uniform” week! From “pajama day” to “sports jersey day” to “dress like a teacher day,” the kids did a great job in showing some school spirit! Go Kindi! Go Eagles!
In the midst of all the fun, the children have been hard at work. Many have started reading, word-building, and writing creative sentences! Some kindergarteners are learning their numbers up to 100 while some are adding or doing multiplication! Our youngest children have been working on sounds and numbers on a regular basis. We are proud to see so much progress these last few months!
~The 3-6 Team
Updates from Our 6-9 Classroom
Knowledge can be best given where there is eagerness to learn. This is the period when the seed of everything can be sown, the child's mind being like a fertile field, ready to receive what will germinate into culture"
Maria Montessori
To Educate the Human Potential
Our students are on the path of discovery and exploration with new concepts every week. The desire for learning is leading them towards a successful journey.
Our First year students are working hard to learn new spellings and create their own sentences. This is leading them into story writing. The first part of speech, Noun, has been introduced with the categories of proper and common nouns. They are learning to understand directions and work through their work plans. Students are taking pride in understanding the concept of rounding off numbers. Beginning of geometry with the understanding of lines has been introduced which will serve them for future concepts. They loved making their geometry project.
New material "Stamp Game" has been introduced to strengthen their 4 digit addition and subtraction concepts.
Students will be making their charts for Fundamental Needs of Humans and practicing their artistic skills. They loved making the Water Cycle project. Students will be introduced to Vertebrates to understand their external parts and their function in depth.
Our Second year students are diving into advanced word study materials. They are creating sentences to understand the correct use of vocabulary with the correct usage of parts of speech. They are on the road to enhance their writing skills. Vocabulary exercises have been introduced. Proofreading and editing is the key in writing English.
They are excited to learn the special math material "Checkerboard" for advanced multiplication problems. They made their own Montessori material for the checkerboard. They are learning the place value of the checkerboard to completely understand its function. Practicing weekly the abstract addition and subtraction will solidify their math facts. Measuring in inches with fractions is also providing them the opportunity to expand their math skills.
Students are working in full swing on the projects of Fundamental Needs of Humans, Water Cycle along with the continued study of Vertebrates.
Our Third year students are continuing to polish their paragraph writing skills using proofreading strategies. Reading comprehension , vocabulary exercises and writing are an integral part of all their learning. Addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators using LCM has been introduced. Advanced multiplication and division with 2 digits and 4 digits are being practiced for abstraction. Students are studying Types of Angles which will build the future concepts of advanced geometry. Children are demonstrating a high level of work in producing social sciences projects.
Children had a wonderful time at the Brookfield Zoo. The weather was beautiful. We are thankful to our chaperons for all their support and help.
"A child’s success in school and ultimately in life, depends on having a solid educational background, one that is gained through punctuality and regular school attendance.
Maria Montessori
To Educate the Human Potential
Our students are on the path of discovery and exploration with new concepts every week. The desire for learning is leading them towards a successful journey.
Our First year students are working hard to learn new spellings and create their own sentences. This is leading them into story writing. The first part of speech, Noun, has been introduced with the categories of proper and common nouns. They are learning to understand directions and work through their work plans. Students are taking pride in understanding the concept of rounding off numbers. Beginning of geometry with the understanding of lines has been introduced which will serve them for future concepts. They loved making their geometry project.
New material "Stamp Game" has been introduced to strengthen their 4 digit addition and subtraction concepts.
Students will be making their charts for Fundamental Needs of Humans and practicing their artistic skills. They loved making the Water Cycle project. Students will be introduced to Vertebrates to understand their external parts and their function in depth.
Our Second year students are diving into advanced word study materials. They are creating sentences to understand the correct use of vocabulary with the correct usage of parts of speech. They are on the road to enhance their writing skills. Vocabulary exercises have been introduced. Proofreading and editing is the key in writing English.
They are excited to learn the special math material "Checkerboard" for advanced multiplication problems. They made their own Montessori material for the checkerboard. They are learning the place value of the checkerboard to completely understand its function. Practicing weekly the abstract addition and subtraction will solidify their math facts. Measuring in inches with fractions is also providing them the opportunity to expand their math skills.
Students are working in full swing on the projects of Fundamental Needs of Humans, Water Cycle along with the continued study of Vertebrates.
Our Third year students are continuing to polish their paragraph writing skills using proofreading strategies. Reading comprehension , vocabulary exercises and writing are an integral part of all their learning. Addition and subtraction of fractions with unlike denominators using LCM has been introduced. Advanced multiplication and division with 2 digits and 4 digits are being practiced for abstraction. Students are studying Types of Angles which will build the future concepts of advanced geometry. Children are demonstrating a high level of work in producing social sciences projects.
Children had a wonderful time at the Brookfield Zoo. The weather was beautiful. We are thankful to our chaperons for all their support and help.
"A child’s success in school and ultimately in life, depends on having a solid educational background, one that is gained through punctuality and regular school attendance.
Updates from 4th Grade
4th Grade - Ms. Victoria English
In English, we have been devouring books! We are so immersed in Reading!! Students have finished reading Jack-The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk and are now reading The Tale of Despereaux. Students are excited about Desperaux and right now we just entered the dungeon with the rats! We are left at a Climax- will Despereaux ever see his true love again? Students are working hard on answering comprehension questions with details.
4th Grade - Ms. Sameena English
The students learned about adverbs and adjectives. They identified them and used them in sentences and presentations! They read Esperanza Rising and discussed about her challenges! The students learned vocabulary from the book they read and participated in quizzes to enhance their vocabulary and word usage! The students also illustrated beautifully and made flash cards to show their understanding on different types of characters! They wrote about books they read at home and participated in Battle of Books! The next Battle is in the month of March and they will read lot more and bloom in the language. The students are reading “How to steal a Dog “in the class and taking notes to be prepared. The students will learn to use prepositions and exemplify them in variety of sentences! They did an excellent job on Character Day and showed their creativity and caliber!
4th Grade Social Studies/World Regions
Students have been learning about the Revolutionary War and that led up to the colonists becoming angry at how Great Britain was treating them. We learned about the Stamp Act, the Currency Act, and the Townshend Act. Students became engaged in learning about the different parts of the War. From the Boston Massacre to the last Battle and the signing of the Declaration to the signing of The Constitution. We met famous people who helped shape our country, like Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, Sam Adams, Benjamin Franklin, Thomas Paine, George Washington, and Richard Lee.
4th Grade Technology
Students have been learning to complete assignments in Google Classroom. I have even created a Homework Central page that lists all the upcoming due dates. In class, we have been working on Google Drawing sheets. In these assignments, students were asked to draw a picture using clip art and real pictures with lines and shapes.
Battle of the Books
For our second Battle, students are reading 10 books for the Battle with 2 being read in the classroom. Students are energized and pumped for the 2nd Battle! They couldn’t wait to get hold of a new Battle Book. For each book, students read and take notes. A list of due dates was sent out by Kindi and also given to the students. Our 1st due date for notes is November 20th. Happy Reading!
4th Grade Science
In English, we have been devouring books! We are so immersed in Reading!! Students have finished reading Jack-The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk and are now reading The Tale of Despereaux. Students are excited about Desperaux and right now we just entered the dungeon with the rats! We are left at a Climax- will Despereaux ever see his true love again? Students are working hard on answering comprehension questions with details.
For our second Battle, students are reading 10 books for the Battle with 2 being read in the classroom. Students are energized and pumped for the 2nd Battle! They couldn’t wait to get hold of a new Battle Book. For each book, students read and take notes. A list of due dates was sent out by Kindi and also given to the students. Our 1st due date for notes is November 20th. Happy Reading!
4th Grade Science
In English, we have been devouring books! We are so immersed in Reading!! Students have finished reading Jack-The True Story of Jack and the Beanstalk and are now reading The Tale of Despereaux. Students are excited about Desperaux and right now we just entered the dungeon with the rats! We are left at a Climax- will Despereaux ever see his true love again? Students are working hard on answering comprehension questions with details.
Happenings in the Science Room
In the month of October, the 5th graders were learning about erosion and deposition by water, wind, ice and gravity. As part of the unit, we talked about how each of the different factors affect the geosphere and help to create landforms.
The 6th graders learned all about cells, their organelles and the difference between animal and plant cells. To wrap this unit up, they made edible cells as well as 3-D models!
In the 7th grade, it was all about atoms! From structure, atomic number, atomic mass, & isotopes, periodic table arrangement, neutral atoms & ions.
The 8th graders were working with horizontal linear motion: speed, velocity, average speed and acceleration.
In the 9th grade we covered viruses, viroids, and prions. They also learned about different classifications, structure, replication, and controls.
The 6th graders learned all about cells, their organelles and the difference between animal and plant cells. To wrap this unit up, they made edible cells as well as 3-D models!
In the 7th grade, it was all about atoms! From structure, atomic number, atomic mass, & isotopes, periodic table arrangement, neutral atoms & ions.
The 8th graders were working with horizontal linear motion: speed, velocity, average speed and acceleration.
In the 9th grade we covered viruses, viroids, and prions. They also learned about different classifications, structure, replication, and controls.
10th Grade - Honors Chemistry - Separating a mixture by physical means
Elements
An element is the simplest form of matter that has a unique set of properties.
In the modern periodic table, elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number
Elements
An element is the simplest form of matter that has a unique set of properties.
In the modern periodic table, elements are arranged in order of increasing atomic number
News from our Middle School
English
4th, 5th and 6th Grade English Language Arts and Reading - Ms. Ashley
Students have worked in conjunction with their English and Social Studies teachers respectively to complete their character day speeches and visual aids and as a result the Wax Museum was a huge success! All English students have been busy practicing their Sadlier vocabulary words within context by writing wickedly creative short stories and have completed reading their second novels in English class. Fourth and fifth graders just competed in their first round of Battle of the Books. Sixth grade students created character traits posters for their novel The Outsiders. Seventh grade students have been analyzing the U.S. Constitution’s origins in terms of studying the philosophies of Thomas Hobbes and John Locke and discussing the historical events that led to the creation of the United States Constitution.
5th Grade English - Ms. Sameena
The students have read “Esperanza Rising” in the class and presented posters and spoke on different characters! They learned a blend of words to use them in writing. They learned adverbs, verbs and prepositions so as to expand their vocabulary and write meaningfully. The students also illustrated colorfully and the spark in them was visible in their responses. The students identified the errors and corrected the sentences showing the understanding of the rules . They also were amazing on Character Day as each one was interesting and inspiring! They have started reading an amazing book “Watsons Going To Birmingham “ and are learning to note each detail.They have participated in quizzes and did great! The students enlightened themselves by reading and writing on multiple topics and showed their creativity and caliber!
6th Grade English - Mr. Aukst
We completed the last sections of United States Geography. It covered the five economic regions of America and the history and government of the United States. We ended the month learning about Canada’s physical geography. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great!
6th Grade English - Ms. Sameena
My students have read many thematic and short paragraphs in the class and presented their ideas uniquely! They learned tenses and parts of speech to improve their skills and illustrated the scenes from the book on posters and portrayed the essence of literature. They are reading a precious book “Holes” in the class and learning the ways to face problems courageously. They will start reading a different book “The Outsiders “ shortly and immerse themselves in the variety of literary details and dynamic personalities! They were awesome on Character Day as they chose excellent outfits to portray their chosen personality. The students researched wisely and mentioned the importance of the chosen personality and presented with interest and style!
7th Grade English - Mr. Aukst
We spent the month completing Chasing Lincoln’s Killers. We conduct a mock trial for the assassination conspirators. Students had to use primary source documents to build a case to prosecute or defend the conspirators. Other students had to know the evidence and motives of the conspirator they played. Finally, the jury had to know the facts and render a verdict. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great! We also worked on vocabulary and grammar.
7th Grade Creative Expression - Theatre
For the first elective of the year, 7th grade practiced the art of public speaking in the form of acting and performing. The first project consisted of a short group performance that the students wrote the script for themselves. The kids each played one of their classmates and did a great job! We have also done short assignments on the history of theater and public speaking. The second project consisted of a performance where the script was provided to the students. They had to memorize lines, block the scene, and provide the emotion for the lines. Finally, the students are currently hard at work on their final project - designing full costumes for a fairy tale-inspired play. This quarter has been an enriching learning experience for all!
8th Grade English - Ms. Melissa
In 8th grade, we have had a great start to the year in ELA. We began with a literary unit focused on short stories that shared the theme of suspense. Students also began practicing vocabulary with the Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop program. This consists of a week of in-class and homework assignments with a set of 20 words, and a test at the end of 10 days. They have been doing great so far! The Short Stories read by students included “Button, Button” by Richard Mattheson and “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allen Poe. Their culminating project was a movie poster in which students illustrated and wrote about which elements of suspense their selected film utilized.
We are currently finishing up our second unit of the year, on Animal Farm by George Orwell. We have had some great discussions in class as the topics in this work include the dangers of absolute power in society and satire. The students are completing essay-style written assessments based on the themes of the novel, and a project where they incorporate writing, artistic expression, and research skills! Next, we will be studying Twelfth Night by Shakespeare. We are hoping to organize a field trip to Navy Pier to see a live performance later in the semester, once the unit is complete!
9th Grade Honors English - Ms. Melissa
The ninth-graders began the year with a unit of short stories. All of these had a common theme of conformity and how our behavior can change when we are part of a group. The unit focused on class discussions, which were very lively! We also viewed the film version of some of the texts, such as “Harrison Bergeron,” which is set in a dystopian future. At the end of the unit, the students wrote a literary analysis essay comparing the different types of conformity, using examples from the texts that were read in class.
We are currently working on reading Homer’s The Odyssey. Students are using a current translation which has the epic poem in iambic pentameter. We will also be starting weekly vocabulary practice using the Sadlier text. Once The Odyssey is finished, students will complete a project that displays Odysseus’ epic journey to his home in Ithaca.
10th Grade Honors American Literature - Ms. Melissa
In 10th grade, students also began the year with a unit centered around short stories. The texts all had the common theme of growing up and coming of age. Midway through the unit, students wrote a personal narrative detailing a time in their lives so far that was a growing experience for them. They did an outstanding job! The class also completed a digital media assignment in which they did some research into how teens process information and how much the brain changes and develops during adolescence. Students also did a literary analysis essay as their culminating assignment for this unit.
We have also just completed the Native American novel The Marrow Thieves. Students are also completing the reading of another text, Ceremony, independently. The class will have a culminating research assignment to complete as well as a project tied to the Ceremony text. We will also watch a film that deals with similar themes - chosen family, shared culture and traditions, and growing up - as both texts. Next up, we will be starting our study of The Crucible by Arthur Miller! This should be a very enriching text to work with, as it goes along with the study of colonial America that students recently covered in AP US History.
4th, 5th and 6th Grade English Language Arts and Reading - Ms. Ashley
Students have worked in conjunction with their English and Social Studies teachers respectively to complete their character day speeches and visual aids and as a result the Wax Museum was a huge success! All English students have been busy practicing their Sadlier vocabulary words within context by writing wickedly creative short stories and have completed reading their second novels in English class. Fourth and fifth graders just competed in their first round of Battle of the Books. Sixth grade students created character traits posters for their novel The Outsiders. Seventh grade students have been analyzing the U.S. Constitution’s origins in terms of studying the philosophies of Thomas Hobbes and John Locke and discussing the historical events that led to the creation of the United States Constitution.
5th Grade English - Ms. Sameena
The students have read “Esperanza Rising” in the class and presented posters and spoke on different characters! They learned a blend of words to use them in writing. They learned adverbs, verbs and prepositions so as to expand their vocabulary and write meaningfully. The students also illustrated colorfully and the spark in them was visible in their responses. The students identified the errors and corrected the sentences showing the understanding of the rules . They also were amazing on Character Day as each one was interesting and inspiring! They have started reading an amazing book “Watsons Going To Birmingham “ and are learning to note each detail.They have participated in quizzes and did great! The students enlightened themselves by reading and writing on multiple topics and showed their creativity and caliber!
6th Grade English - Mr. Aukst
We completed the last sections of United States Geography. It covered the five economic regions of America and the history and government of the United States. We ended the month learning about Canada’s physical geography. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great!
6th Grade English - Ms. Sameena
My students have read many thematic and short paragraphs in the class and presented their ideas uniquely! They learned tenses and parts of speech to improve their skills and illustrated the scenes from the book on posters and portrayed the essence of literature. They are reading a precious book “Holes” in the class and learning the ways to face problems courageously. They will start reading a different book “The Outsiders “ shortly and immerse themselves in the variety of literary details and dynamic personalities! They were awesome on Character Day as they chose excellent outfits to portray their chosen personality. The students researched wisely and mentioned the importance of the chosen personality and presented with interest and style!
7th Grade English - Mr. Aukst
We spent the month completing Chasing Lincoln’s Killers. We conduct a mock trial for the assassination conspirators. Students had to use primary source documents to build a case to prosecute or defend the conspirators. Other students had to know the evidence and motives of the conspirator they played. Finally, the jury had to know the facts and render a verdict. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great! We also worked on vocabulary and grammar.
7th Grade Creative Expression - Theatre
For the first elective of the year, 7th grade practiced the art of public speaking in the form of acting and performing. The first project consisted of a short group performance that the students wrote the script for themselves. The kids each played one of their classmates and did a great job! We have also done short assignments on the history of theater and public speaking. The second project consisted of a performance where the script was provided to the students. They had to memorize lines, block the scene, and provide the emotion for the lines. Finally, the students are currently hard at work on their final project - designing full costumes for a fairy tale-inspired play. This quarter has been an enriching learning experience for all!
8th Grade English - Ms. Melissa
In 8th grade, we have had a great start to the year in ELA. We began with a literary unit focused on short stories that shared the theme of suspense. Students also began practicing vocabulary with the Sadlier Vocabulary Workshop program. This consists of a week of in-class and homework assignments with a set of 20 words, and a test at the end of 10 days. They have been doing great so far! The Short Stories read by students included “Button, Button” by Richard Mattheson and “The Tell-Tale Heart” by Edgar Allen Poe. Their culminating project was a movie poster in which students illustrated and wrote about which elements of suspense their selected film utilized.
We are currently finishing up our second unit of the year, on Animal Farm by George Orwell. We have had some great discussions in class as the topics in this work include the dangers of absolute power in society and satire. The students are completing essay-style written assessments based on the themes of the novel, and a project where they incorporate writing, artistic expression, and research skills! Next, we will be studying Twelfth Night by Shakespeare. We are hoping to organize a field trip to Navy Pier to see a live performance later in the semester, once the unit is complete!
9th Grade Honors English - Ms. Melissa
The ninth-graders began the year with a unit of short stories. All of these had a common theme of conformity and how our behavior can change when we are part of a group. The unit focused on class discussions, which were very lively! We also viewed the film version of some of the texts, such as “Harrison Bergeron,” which is set in a dystopian future. At the end of the unit, the students wrote a literary analysis essay comparing the different types of conformity, using examples from the texts that were read in class.
We are currently working on reading Homer’s The Odyssey. Students are using a current translation which has the epic poem in iambic pentameter. We will also be starting weekly vocabulary practice using the Sadlier text. Once The Odyssey is finished, students will complete a project that displays Odysseus’ epic journey to his home in Ithaca.
10th Grade Honors American Literature - Ms. Melissa
In 10th grade, students also began the year with a unit centered around short stories. The texts all had the common theme of growing up and coming of age. Midway through the unit, students wrote a personal narrative detailing a time in their lives so far that was a growing experience for them. They did an outstanding job! The class also completed a digital media assignment in which they did some research into how teens process information and how much the brain changes and develops during adolescence. Students also did a literary analysis essay as their culminating assignment for this unit.
We have also just completed the Native American novel The Marrow Thieves. Students are also completing the reading of another text, Ceremony, independently. The class will have a culminating research assignment to complete as well as a project tied to the Ceremony text. We will also watch a film that deals with similar themes - chosen family, shared culture and traditions, and growing up - as both texts. Next up, we will be starting our study of The Crucible by Arthur Miller! This should be a very enriching text to work with, as it goes along with the study of colonial America that students recently covered in AP US History.
Updates From Social Studies
5th Grade Ancient World History - Mr. Aukst
We spent the month focused on Ancient Egypt. We learned about the anatomy of the Nile River with key definitions. We also covered Egyptian society and its important contribution to the world. We began to learn about Egyptian pyramids and mummification. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great!
6th Grade World Geography - Mr. Aukst
We completed the last sections of United States Geography. It covered the five economic regions of America and the history and government of the United States. We ended the month learning about Canada’s physical geography. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great!
We spent the month focused on Ancient Egypt. We learned about the anatomy of the Nile River with key definitions. We also covered Egyptian society and its important contribution to the world. We began to learn about Egyptian pyramids and mummification. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great!
6th Grade World Geography - Mr. Aukst
We completed the last sections of United States Geography. It covered the five economic regions of America and the history and government of the United States. We ended the month learning about Canada’s physical geography. In addition, we spent time working on the Character Day Wax Museum project. They all did great!
AP US History
Students are working hard in APUSH as we finished our unit on Early/Antebellum America. We learned all about the Jeffersonian Republic, wrote great LEQ Papers about Adams and Jefferson, the Louisiana Purchase, the Election of James Madison, the War of 1812, the Monroe Doctrine, and so much more! Lots of great discussions in class about American Foreign Policy and whether we should adhere to the Monroe Doctrine today. We also learned about Andrew Jackson and had great discussions about whether he should be removed from the $20 bill. The students also did a great job researching their characters for Character Day and did awesome in the Living Museum.
We are now moving into our next unit on Manifest Destiny, events leading to the Civil War, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. I am impressed with the work of our sophomores and proud of them for all they are doing!
AP Human Geography
Students finished up their units on Population and Migration and are now learning all about Culture. We focused the last two weeks on the differences and characteristics of Folk and Popular Culture. Students read articles about the Amish and Tibetan folk culture as well and we had great discussions comparing those cultures to our own. We are now going to be looking at Language, Ethnicity, and Religion. The students also did a great job researching their characters for Character Day and did awesome in the Living Museum.
8th Grade Social Studies
8th grade began their study of modern world history with the Italian Renaissance and the European Reformation. We discussed what sparked this period in Europe, and worked with primary sources such as an excerpt from The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli. We have also completed our study of the Muslim empires during the 14th through 19th centuries. We covered the Ottomans, Safavids, and Mughals, and students were able to mark the commonalities and differences between the three groups. Currently, we are discussing the European “Age of Exploration” which tied in nicely with the recent Columbus Day holiday! This current chapter also covers events in China and the isolation of Japan during this time period. An argumentative writing project will be part of our next unit, which will focus on the Atlantic World and the Columbian Exchange.
Students are working hard in APUSH as we finished our unit on Early/Antebellum America. We learned all about the Jeffersonian Republic, wrote great LEQ Papers about Adams and Jefferson, the Louisiana Purchase, the Election of James Madison, the War of 1812, the Monroe Doctrine, and so much more! Lots of great discussions in class about American Foreign Policy and whether we should adhere to the Monroe Doctrine today. We also learned about Andrew Jackson and had great discussions about whether he should be removed from the $20 bill. The students also did a great job researching their characters for Character Day and did awesome in the Living Museum.
We are now moving into our next unit on Manifest Destiny, events leading to the Civil War, and the Civil War and Reconstruction. I am impressed with the work of our sophomores and proud of them for all they are doing!
AP Human Geography
Students finished up their units on Population and Migration and are now learning all about Culture. We focused the last two weeks on the differences and characteristics of Folk and Popular Culture. Students read articles about the Amish and Tibetan folk culture as well and we had great discussions comparing those cultures to our own. We are now going to be looking at Language, Ethnicity, and Religion. The students also did a great job researching their characters for Character Day and did awesome in the Living Museum.
8th Grade Social Studies
8th grade began their study of modern world history with the Italian Renaissance and the European Reformation. We discussed what sparked this period in Europe, and worked with primary sources such as an excerpt from The Prince by Niccolo Machiavelli. We have also completed our study of the Muslim empires during the 14th through 19th centuries. We covered the Ottomans, Safavids, and Mughals, and students were able to mark the commonalities and differences between the three groups. Currently, we are discussing the European “Age of Exploration” which tied in nicely with the recent Columbus Day holiday! This current chapter also covers events in China and the isolation of Japan during this time period. An argumentative writing project will be part of our next unit, which will focus on the Atlantic World and the Columbian Exchange.
Specials
8th Grade Intro to Computer Science
Our 8th Graders are taking a quarter-long technology class which focuses on Introductory skills in Computer Science. We have been working on some introductory coding lessons on Code.org to help learn the foundations of computer programming. We will now be working on programming our own apps and games in the coming weeks
Art
This quarter the Art department welcomes the 6th Grade class! Art is a course focused on fostering creativity, imagination and independence while also sharpening and building the students’ working knowledge and understanding of the elements and principles of art. At the 6th Grade level students will incorporate these elements to begin to create…observational drawing, perspective, color, value and color blending to name a few. In Art History we will review the Art History Timeline and focus on Modern Abstract Art, specifically the Cubism movement
8th Grade Intro to Computer Science
Our 8th Graders are taking a quarter-long technology class which focuses on Introductory skills in Computer Science. We have been working on some introductory coding lessons on Code.org to help learn the foundations of computer programming. We will now be working on programming our own apps and games in the coming weeks
Art
This quarter the Art department welcomes the 6th Grade class! Art is a course focused on fostering creativity, imagination and independence while also sharpening and building the students’ working knowledge and understanding of the elements and principles of art. At the 6th Grade level students will incorporate these elements to begin to create…observational drawing, perspective, color, value and color blending to name a few. In Art History we will review the Art History Timeline and focus on Modern Abstract Art, specifically the Cubism movement
Updates from PE
P.E continues to be an outlet for students. So much energy fills the gym each and every time class begins. The constant eagerness to step out of the classroom and onto the gym floor excites and stimulates students from every grade level.
Grades 1-3 have been involved in team-based activities with the goal to teach teamwork and how to work with others. Grades 4-8 are currently on the soccer unit, and games have been intense! High schoolers completed the kickball unit and are now learning self defense involving boxing techniques.
Grades 1-3 have been involved in team-based activities with the goal to teach teamwork and how to work with others. Grades 4-8 are currently on the soccer unit, and games have been intense! High schoolers completed the kickball unit and are now learning self defense involving boxing techniques.
Updates from our spanish classroom
Spanish with Maestra Maria:
¡Hola Familias!
I loved having the opportunity to speak with many of you during the October conferences. The school year is well underway, and students are gradually making progress in learning Spanish.
Program 3-6 students continue to learn enthusiastically in the Spanish class. In addition to reviewing all the concepts learned in the previous month, this month we have introduced: the weather (we review it every day at the beginning of the class), the alphabet, and vowels (this will be work we will do throughout the school year), farm animals, zoo animals through a yoga game, and family-related vocabulary.
Furthermore, we have worked on the fall story of "La Ardila Lola." First, we learned the vocabulary, then we worked with numbers from 1-10 by counting natural acorns, and finally, we told the story and learned and danced to the song. I invite you to ask your children about the story of "La Ardilla Lola."
In Program 6-9, we have focused on working on the two projects we started last month: "La Historia de Calamito" and "La maleta." Each of the courses has maintained a different work pace. With the more advanced groups, we have also worked on writing the days of the week and introduced seven common-use verbs for learning structures such as: "El lunes me gusta cantar" (On Monday, I like to sing).
Every day we start the class with the "estudiante especial" (special student), who shares their suitcase with the whole class, and then that suitcase is used to decorate our beautiful Spanish room.
The students who have finished "La Historia de Calamito" have taken their mini-books home to share the story with their families. I invite you to encourage your children to tell the story and continue practicing Spanish outside of the classroom.
The 4th-grade students are doing a fantastic job in the Spanish class. Throughout this month, we have worked on Unit 1 of the book "Viva el español," their work has been brilliant. I am very pleased with their progress, and I am confident that the test we will conduct next week will reflect good results. In this unit, we have worked on expanding classroom vocabulary, singular and plural forms in Spanish, definite and indefinite articles, expressions like "Hay..." and questions like "¿Qué es?" (What is it?), "¿Qué son?" (What are they?), "¿Quién es?" (Who is it?), or "¿Quiénes son?" (Who are they?).
The 5th-grade students are making good progress in learning Spanish. We continue to work on Unit 5 of the book "Viva el español," and we are very close to finishing it. We have worked on the days of the week, weather, seasons, and the verb "gustar" (to like). In this class, I can see there is a strong interest in speaking in Spanish, and the students put in a lot of effort each day to try to use it. Good job, kids!
I will continue to share more information next month. See you soon, families!
Maestra María
Spanish with Maestra Alicia:
Dear Parents,
We hope this newsletter finds you well. October has been a busy and productive month in our Spanish class and we are thrilled to share with you the exciting progress your children have made.
5th Grade:
In October, our 5th graders successfully completed the last lesson of Unit 6, which focused on conjugating verbs with singular subjects. They explored verbs like "pintar" (to paint), "bailar" (to dance), and "nadar" (to swim). During these lessons they learned not only the verbs themselves but also the stems and endings that vary depending on the subject. This is a crucial aspect of Spanish grammar and we are proud of how well your children have grasped these concepts.
Now, we have transitioned into Unit 7 where we are concentrating on vocabulary, related to expressing feelings and discussing age. Your children have been learning how to convey their emotions in Spanish using expressions such as "tengo frío" (I am cold) and "tengo sueño" (I am sleepy). They've also discovered that in Spanish, we use the verb "tener" (to have) to talk about feelings and age. This understanding will not only help them express their emotions but also engage in meaningful conversations about how they feel in Spanish.
As we move forward, we will continue to build upon these topics, ensuring your children are confident in discussing their age and feelings in Spanish.
6th. Grade:
In the month of October, our 6th graders embarked on their journey into Spanish language and culture with Unit 1. Lesson 1 in the Avancemos 1 textbook.
In Lesson 1, our students delved into the fascinating world of Spanish, beginning with the question, "¿Qué te gusta hacer?" (What do you like to do?). The focus of this lesson was on daily activities and expressing preferences.
6th graders have been building their vocabulary related to daily activities. They have learned to describe activities such as "pasar un rato con los amigos" (to spend time with friends), "leer un libro" (to read a book), and "pasear" (to go for a walk). Furthermore, they have also explored vocabulary related to snacks and drinks, broadening their knowledge of the language and culture.
One of the most important concepts introduced in this unit is the verb "gustar," which is used to express what one likes or dislikes. Students are now able to convey what they enjoy doing and what they don't enjoy doing. Additionally, they have learned how to express their preferences regarding food and drinks, adding a practical dimension to their language learning.
7th/8th Grade:
7th and 8th grade students successfully completed Lesson 1 of Unit 5. During this lesson, our students focused on learning ordinal numbers. They have gained a solid understanding of terms such as "primero" (first), "segundo" (second), "tercero" (third), and others. Ordinal numbers are crucial, as they allow us to express the perspective of order, a fundamental concept in any language. We've witnessed our students making excellent progress in this area and we encourage you to practice ordinal numbers with them at home to reinforce what they have learned.
We have now embarked on Lesson 2 of Unit 5, where we are diving into new vocabulary related to household chores and party planning. This exciting topic introduces our students to words and phrases associated with various chores, including "barrer el piso" (sweep the floor), "lavar los platos" (wash the dishes), and "sacar la basura" (take out the trash). Additionally, we are exploring vocabulary related to organizing parties, encompassing decoraciones (decorations), regalos (gifts), invitados (guests), fiesta sorpresa (surprise partie), and more. This vocabulary not only expands their language skills but also equips them to use Spanish in real-life scenarios effectively.
We will continue to work on expanding this vocabulary and reinforcing its usage throughout the upcoming lessons, ensuring that our students can confidently apply their knowledge in practical situations.
9th/10th Grade:
In October, our students embarked on an adventure in their Spanish learning journey. They began Unit 1, Lesson 1, where they delved into the essential vocabulary related to travel. The students learned vital terms necessary for any travel experience, such as: Boleto (ticket), Pasaporte (passport) and Itinerario (itinerary). Additionally, they explored the phrases and expressions required for navigating an airport effectively: Facturar el equipaje (to check luggage), Hacer cola (to stand in line), La aduana (customs).
Our students found these lessons to be both engaging and practical, helping them prepare for real-world travel situations.
To complement their vocabulary acquisition, our students tackled the concept of indirect and direct object pronouns. This topic presented a bit of a challenge but was essential for constructing well-structured sentences in Spanish. We're proud to report that our students persevered and successfully grasped this grammar concept by the end of the month.
We're excited about your child's enthusiasm and progress in their Spanish class. Learning a new language is a rewarding adventure, and they've made significant strides.
Atentamente,
Senora Alicia.
¡Hola Familias!
I loved having the opportunity to speak with many of you during the October conferences. The school year is well underway, and students are gradually making progress in learning Spanish.
Program 3-6 students continue to learn enthusiastically in the Spanish class. In addition to reviewing all the concepts learned in the previous month, this month we have introduced: the weather (we review it every day at the beginning of the class), the alphabet, and vowels (this will be work we will do throughout the school year), farm animals, zoo animals through a yoga game, and family-related vocabulary.
Furthermore, we have worked on the fall story of "La Ardila Lola." First, we learned the vocabulary, then we worked with numbers from 1-10 by counting natural acorns, and finally, we told the story and learned and danced to the song. I invite you to ask your children about the story of "La Ardilla Lola."
In Program 6-9, we have focused on working on the two projects we started last month: "La Historia de Calamito" and "La maleta." Each of the courses has maintained a different work pace. With the more advanced groups, we have also worked on writing the days of the week and introduced seven common-use verbs for learning structures such as: "El lunes me gusta cantar" (On Monday, I like to sing).
Every day we start the class with the "estudiante especial" (special student), who shares their suitcase with the whole class, and then that suitcase is used to decorate our beautiful Spanish room.
The students who have finished "La Historia de Calamito" have taken their mini-books home to share the story with their families. I invite you to encourage your children to tell the story and continue practicing Spanish outside of the classroom.
The 4th-grade students are doing a fantastic job in the Spanish class. Throughout this month, we have worked on Unit 1 of the book "Viva el español," their work has been brilliant. I am very pleased with their progress, and I am confident that the test we will conduct next week will reflect good results. In this unit, we have worked on expanding classroom vocabulary, singular and plural forms in Spanish, definite and indefinite articles, expressions like "Hay..." and questions like "¿Qué es?" (What is it?), "¿Qué son?" (What are they?), "¿Quién es?" (Who is it?), or "¿Quiénes son?" (Who are they?).
The 5th-grade students are making good progress in learning Spanish. We continue to work on Unit 5 of the book "Viva el español," and we are very close to finishing it. We have worked on the days of the week, weather, seasons, and the verb "gustar" (to like). In this class, I can see there is a strong interest in speaking in Spanish, and the students put in a lot of effort each day to try to use it. Good job, kids!
I will continue to share more information next month. See you soon, families!
Maestra María
Spanish with Maestra Alicia:
Dear Parents,
We hope this newsletter finds you well. October has been a busy and productive month in our Spanish class and we are thrilled to share with you the exciting progress your children have made.
5th Grade:
In October, our 5th graders successfully completed the last lesson of Unit 6, which focused on conjugating verbs with singular subjects. They explored verbs like "pintar" (to paint), "bailar" (to dance), and "nadar" (to swim). During these lessons they learned not only the verbs themselves but also the stems and endings that vary depending on the subject. This is a crucial aspect of Spanish grammar and we are proud of how well your children have grasped these concepts.
Now, we have transitioned into Unit 7 where we are concentrating on vocabulary, related to expressing feelings and discussing age. Your children have been learning how to convey their emotions in Spanish using expressions such as "tengo frío" (I am cold) and "tengo sueño" (I am sleepy). They've also discovered that in Spanish, we use the verb "tener" (to have) to talk about feelings and age. This understanding will not only help them express their emotions but also engage in meaningful conversations about how they feel in Spanish.
As we move forward, we will continue to build upon these topics, ensuring your children are confident in discussing their age and feelings in Spanish.
6th. Grade:
In the month of October, our 6th graders embarked on their journey into Spanish language and culture with Unit 1. Lesson 1 in the Avancemos 1 textbook.
In Lesson 1, our students delved into the fascinating world of Spanish, beginning with the question, "¿Qué te gusta hacer?" (What do you like to do?). The focus of this lesson was on daily activities and expressing preferences.
6th graders have been building their vocabulary related to daily activities. They have learned to describe activities such as "pasar un rato con los amigos" (to spend time with friends), "leer un libro" (to read a book), and "pasear" (to go for a walk). Furthermore, they have also explored vocabulary related to snacks and drinks, broadening their knowledge of the language and culture.
One of the most important concepts introduced in this unit is the verb "gustar," which is used to express what one likes or dislikes. Students are now able to convey what they enjoy doing and what they don't enjoy doing. Additionally, they have learned how to express their preferences regarding food and drinks, adding a practical dimension to their language learning.
7th/8th Grade:
7th and 8th grade students successfully completed Lesson 1 of Unit 5. During this lesson, our students focused on learning ordinal numbers. They have gained a solid understanding of terms such as "primero" (first), "segundo" (second), "tercero" (third), and others. Ordinal numbers are crucial, as they allow us to express the perspective of order, a fundamental concept in any language. We've witnessed our students making excellent progress in this area and we encourage you to practice ordinal numbers with them at home to reinforce what they have learned.
We have now embarked on Lesson 2 of Unit 5, where we are diving into new vocabulary related to household chores and party planning. This exciting topic introduces our students to words and phrases associated with various chores, including "barrer el piso" (sweep the floor), "lavar los platos" (wash the dishes), and "sacar la basura" (take out the trash). Additionally, we are exploring vocabulary related to organizing parties, encompassing decoraciones (decorations), regalos (gifts), invitados (guests), fiesta sorpresa (surprise partie), and more. This vocabulary not only expands their language skills but also equips them to use Spanish in real-life scenarios effectively.
We will continue to work on expanding this vocabulary and reinforcing its usage throughout the upcoming lessons, ensuring that our students can confidently apply their knowledge in practical situations.
9th/10th Grade:
In October, our students embarked on an adventure in their Spanish learning journey. They began Unit 1, Lesson 1, where they delved into the essential vocabulary related to travel. The students learned vital terms necessary for any travel experience, such as: Boleto (ticket), Pasaporte (passport) and Itinerario (itinerary). Additionally, they explored the phrases and expressions required for navigating an airport effectively: Facturar el equipaje (to check luggage), Hacer cola (to stand in line), La aduana (customs).
Our students found these lessons to be both engaging and practical, helping them prepare for real-world travel situations.
To complement their vocabulary acquisition, our students tackled the concept of indirect and direct object pronouns. This topic presented a bit of a challenge but was essential for constructing well-structured sentences in Spanish. We're proud to report that our students persevered and successfully grasped this grammar concept by the end of the month.
We're excited about your child's enthusiasm and progress in their Spanish class. Learning a new language is a rewarding adventure, and they've made significant strides.
Atentamente,
Senora Alicia.
Updates from our Arabic Room
Arabic and Islamic Studies
Quran:
Our classes are doing a great job in reciting their Quran and improving their pronunciation of Quranic words (Makharij). Each level working on the Sura assigned for them, we are making sure to practice the sura daily in our Islamic studies classes
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Islamic Studies:
Masha Allah our young Muslims covering different aspects in their classes between learning the Seerah of the Prophet in Makkah & Madinah according to their level we go in more details from younger classes to upper grades. Emphasizing on salah and anything related to it, by doing practical wudu and performing salah for younger classes to Studying Salah al-Masbooq (late comer to congregational Salah) and making Saho Sujood with 6th graders. While in 5th graders we are covering the 2nd pillar of Iman in detail and the 4th graders covered the 3rd and 4th Pillars of Iman. The upper grades were studying about compilation and Quran and collecting of hadeeth.
Arabic:
What else other than the colorful beautiful season of Fall that we can study in October. Most of our grades did study this season in Arabic classes, while concentrating on the use of masculine and feminine nouns, plurals and duals and Arabic grammar. Our classes is full of fun with listening to Arabic songs and using gamification to reinforce the new vocabulary.
Arabic and Islamic Department
Ms. Hayat al-Quttub
Quran:
Our classes are doing a great job in reciting their Quran and improving their pronunciation of Quranic words (Makharij). Each level working on the Sura assigned for them, we are making sure to practice the sura daily in our Islamic studies classes
.
Islamic Studies:
Masha Allah our young Muslims covering different aspects in their classes between learning the Seerah of the Prophet in Makkah & Madinah according to their level we go in more details from younger classes to upper grades. Emphasizing on salah and anything related to it, by doing practical wudu and performing salah for younger classes to Studying Salah al-Masbooq (late comer to congregational Salah) and making Saho Sujood with 6th graders. While in 5th graders we are covering the 2nd pillar of Iman in detail and the 4th graders covered the 3rd and 4th Pillars of Iman. The upper grades were studying about compilation and Quran and collecting of hadeeth.
Arabic:
What else other than the colorful beautiful season of Fall that we can study in October. Most of our grades did study this season in Arabic classes, while concentrating on the use of masculine and feminine nouns, plurals and duals and Arabic grammar. Our classes is full of fun with listening to Arabic songs and using gamification to reinforce the new vocabulary.
Arabic and Islamic Department
Ms. Hayat al-Quttub