November 2010
7th Grade:
Religion - I the next few weeks leading up to Christmas break, the 7th grade
religion classes will be finishing up with their unit on the Incarnation with a
portion about being one with God through prayer. Many young people spend hours
on the telephone or emailing friends. Frequent communication is a natural
aspect of developing relationships and discovering one’s identity. We learn to
express thoughts and feelings and to convey interest and understanding to
others. Communication helps relationships thrive; the same is true for the
spiritual life. Prayer is ongoing communication with God, expressing our
relationship with God in Jesus through the Holy Spirit. Through prayer we
express our love for God and feel his love in return.
Math – Currently, in Math, we are finishing up a unit on one and two step
equations, with emphasis on both algebraic equations and inequalities. Just
around the corner, in these weeks leading through December we will dive into a
pretty extensive unit on exponents, factors and fractions. These three
mathematical operations are extremely important for the success of any person in
the field of mathematics. Mastery of these topics in this unit is essential for
the continued advancement in this course, as well as advancement into Algebra
for their 8th grade year.
8th Grade:
Religion - Currently, we are finishing up a unit on the basis of the Church from
its infancy. In the 8th grade religion classes we will soon dive into a unit
about the growth of Christendom. Christianity, in its early years burst forth
as both the dominant religion of the Mediterranean world and the organizing
principle of society. Great cathedrals and basilicas embodied Christianity’s
spirit of faith and optimism. We will also focus on what it means to be part of
the