Ms. Heyman, Social Studies, 3rd

Dear Families,

We hope this message finds you well! As we move into another exciting week, we want to take a moment to express our heartfelt gratitude for your continued support and partnership. Your involvement makes a significant difference in our students' lives, and we appreciate everything you do.

Important Announcements

This week, our students will embark on a hands-on learning experience, acting as both producers and consumers. Here’s what to expect:

• Group Projects: Students will work in teams to create a company, produce a product, and manage a store.
• Shopping Experience: After the companies are established, students will shop at the stores created by their peers.
• Reflection: Following the activity, each company will reflect on their product and profits.

Please encourage your child to engage fully in this activity, as it provides a valuable learning opportunity!

Celebrations from the Week

Last week was filled with joy as many students successfully created their personal budgets and navigated some unexpected "life surprises." This activity not only taught them financial responsibility but also allowed them to think critically about their choices. We celebrate their efforts and resilience

In social studies this week your student will continue learning about economies. They will brainstorm types of jobs that exist in real life and then choose a job and a type of home on a fictional planet. They will use money math to create a budget and account for surprises that happen in life on this pretend plant. 

In advocacy, your student will be considering the character trait of Integrity. They will read the Empty pot and consider how they can show integrety at home, in school and in their community.