We’re Beginning the Civil Rights Unit in Reading

Dear Fourth Grade Parents and Guardians,   We are very excited to share with you a new literacy and social studies unit of study for our fourth graders that combines reading and writing about a historical time period with the opportunity to look at a variety of sources and perspectives. …

Measurement and Conversions

Brufftopian have been studying measurement and conversions in Math. Students have been learning to convert weight, distance, and volume using the US Customary System and the Metric System. Most students left the math sessions thinking aloud, “Why don’t we use the Metric System in the United States? It’s much simpler.” …

House Cup Points for the Harry Potter Book Club

Students have had a great time this school year earning points for the House Cup. Maybe their teacher, Sir Treffmub, had a great time, too! If you are looking to do something to earn your house extra points, look below to get inspired. If you still can’t think of anything, please let …

Harry Potter Book Club Session 19 & 20

We are nearing the end of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. As Harry ends his fifth year at Hogwarts, we have discussed a range of topics. Isolation Trust your friends. Tell the truth. Have integrity. Stand up to bullies. Treat everyone with respect.

Harry Potter Book Club Session 18

Friday afternoon, Mrs. Russell was our guest teacher for the Harry Potter Book Club. We debated Harry’s isolation at the beginning of Harry Potter and the Order of the Phoenix. We continued to share ideas about Harry and his loneliness. We also talked from the point-of-view of Hogwarts students.