I hope that all of my families enjoyed the time off from school and that your scholars got plenty of rest!  I am also very thankful for the many generous gifts that were brought up here for me in celebration of Christmas.  I feel truly blessed to be a part of this community and school and am looking forward to many years as a Huggins Hound.  Thank you for all that you do in support of us and the children!

We are gearing up for a very busy semester in preparation for our STAAR tests in April.  This last week was busy and your children hit the ground running as soon as they hit the doors on Tuesday.  Just a recap of what has been going on:

Math: We have finished up patterns and expressions and are moving into geometry.  We took a spiral review last week and a post test to gauge how much progress your child has made thus far.  We are starting geometric shapes this week and will be taking our math 9 weeks assessment on Wednesday.

Science: We finished up climate and weather before the break and we dove into the Earth, Sun, and Moon and their characteristics.  We are also starting our terrariums next week so please be on the lookout for a SignUp Genius email since we will be needing a few supplies for our lab.  Our Science 9 weeks assessment is Tuesday, Jan. 14th.

Reading: In reading we have moved into poetry and figurative language.  We will be studying what characteristics make up a poem and the students are learning words like hyperbole, rhyme scheme, meter, simile and metaphor.  Remember that Friday is the last day of the 9 weeks and is the last day for AR points.  Please encourage your students to read at least 30 minutes per night and to take their AR tests. Reading 9 weeks assessment will be on Wednesday.

Social Studies: We have finished up the early beginnings of our country.  We studied the American Revolution, Manifest Destiny and settling the west, and are now moving into the Mexican-American War and the Industrial Revolution.

Remember that tonight is Huggins Spirit Night at Buffalo Wild Wings Bella Terra!  Come out and support Huggins!  Please be sure to tell them that you are there for Huggins and they will donate 10% back to the school.