5 Paragraph Essays in MLA Format
Check Out Brianne Ang and Novi Bosch's Outstanding Student Work by Clicking the Buttons Below:
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The fifth grade class completed their very first five paragraph essay, a literary analysis on the novel, Esperanza Rising. Students spent time taking a closer look at the central themes in the story and discussing the many lessons the main character, Esperanza Ortega learned. Since this was their first exposure to this type of essay, they constructed a strong thesis statement with guidance from Mrs. Lopez and wrote the introduction paragraph together as a class. They completed the remaining four paragraphs independently, learning how to incorporate and cite quotations, transition thoughts and ideas, and make text-to-self connections. Additionally, they went through the revision process and even worked in groups to peer-edit. Above are two examples from the fifth grade class. We hope you will enjoy reading them!
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Writing in Cuneiform
6th Grade History with Ms. Beck
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Cuneiform is an ancient form of writing from Mesopotamia. This civilization was the first to have a written language. Scribes would press a stylus into clay tablets to form wedge-shaped markings to make letters and words. After learning about Mesopotamian civilization, 6th grade tried their hand at writing their names in cuneiform. It was harder than it looked! |
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2nd Grade Economics
Mrs. Chavez's 2nd Grade Market Day
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While studying Economics, 2nd grade students had a Market Day to help them understand the concepts they have been studying. They partnered up with another student to create their own business plan. They chose to create goods to sell or provide a service for their business. They came up with a name and a logo for their company. We discussed advertising and persuasive techniques to sell a product. After watching commercials and recognizing catchy jingles and slogans, each business created their own poster and commercial to sell their product. I filmed their commercial and we had fun watching them before we went shopping. Students became both a producer and a consumer in this project. In addition to having their own business, the whole class had fun making tie-dyed masks to sell. All proceeds from Market Day will be given to Hope of the Valley, a rescue mission that helps the problem of poverty, hunger, and homelessness in the San Fernando Valley. Hope of the Valley offers hope, hot meals, housing, and health services to the homeless and hurting. Students did a fantastic job on this project and it was a memorable learning experience for them. |
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Academic Support Team
Meet Mrs. Villatoro
West Valley Christian School has proudly implemented a new Individual Academic Support Team. The team is being led by Mrs. Cristina Villatoro, who is highly experienced in the field of education and very knowledgeable about IEPs. The Academic Support Team aims to leave no child behind by meeting each child's unique educational needs.
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There are still a few spots left in Homework Club! It is Monday-Thursday from 3:30-4:30 pm. Please contact Ms. Majdi if you would like to request more information at jmajdi@westvalleychristianschool.com.
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"The Truth" Skit
Why Does God Let Bad Things Happen?
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Eden Gonzalez, Levi Cunningham, Emma Gherman, Silas Villatoro, and Mrs. Lampechkun performed during elementary chapel this week. The actors did a fabulous job of answering one of the most difficult questions of the Christian faith, "Why does God allow bad things to happen?" Along with the valuable lesson taught through this skit, the actors also brought joy and laughter through their comedic performance. |
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Dance Performance
Megan and Mallory Fiske & Ahreanna De Vera
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A few of our Middle school girls performed a dance at this week's elementary chapel to a song that means a lot to them. Together, they helped choreograph it with the help of our Dance teacher, Mrs. Monet. The dance was so beautiful, it brought tears to many of our eyes. Well done, ladies. |
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This Week in Mrs. Fiske's STEM Class |
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Lots of creativity was happening in STEM this week! Lower grades helped animate the story of “The Three Little Pigs” and then created a strong house for their pigs that would withstand the blow from the wolf (aka a hair dryer). Third graders were challenged to use a single sheet of paper, tape, and scissors to create the longest linked chain possible. Fourth and Fifth graders learned about levers, kinetic and potential energy, and examples of real catapults as they prepped their brains for a catapult build day next week. In Middle School, students studied the faces, vertices, edges, and nets of three-dimensional figures to create their own GeometroCITY that will soon adorn the STEM room wall! |
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This year’s Fan the Flame focused on what it means to take up your cross and follow Christ! Guest speaker Zach Taylor shared about what it means to make your faith your own. In addition, we had an excellent worship team come, a special time of testimony sharing, plus breakout workshop sessions for practical application. There was also crazy tribe games, freebies, time to hang out with friends, snacks, and more! It was such an incredible day! |
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For this reason I remind you to fan into flame the gift of God, which is in you through the laying on of my hands, (ESV) 2 Tim 1:6
And Then Jesus told his disciples, If anyone would come after me, let him deny himself and take up his cross and follow me. (ESV) Matthew 16:24
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Coach Kvinsland would like to recognize Ashlyn Walker in 4th grade for being such a great leader Thursday in PE while playing kickball. Not all students know the game and all of it’s rules, but Ashlyn took the extra time to help out her classmates to understand all the rules and walk them through where they should be and what they should be doing. She is always helpful and always has a beautiful smile. Way to go, Ashlyn! |
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We are ASB!
Meet the Members of ASB Cabinet
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Don't Miss Out, Sign Up Today!
All of the after school programs are from 3:30-4:30. If you would like to sign up for a program or would like more information, please contact Raquel Kropacek at rkropacek@westvalleychristianschool.com.
Lego Club is full and no longer accepting any more students.
Intramural Sports, Lego Club, and Worship Team are offered at no additional charge to the standard daycare rate of $6/hour. Academic Chess, Ukulele, Recorder, and Hula Dancing are only $40 for the full 6 week program (8 week program for Academic Chess)! Payments can be made in the school office or dropped in the payment box outside the office door. Cash or check only, please.
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Piano Lessons
Atsuyo Jeen teaches piano at WVCS. She offers lessons after school to every age group. She is an incredibly gifted teacher and the students simply adore her! For more information about piano lessons, email Atsuyo at jeenatsuyo@gmail.com.
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Please send your child(ren) with a couple extra masks in their backpacks in case theirs gets wet, dirty, or lost. We appreciate your support in keeping our kids safe! |
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The next testing date will be Monday, October 18th. If you have any questions related to COVID testing or safety protocols, please contact Raquel Kropacek at rkropacek@westvalleychristianschool.com.
We strongly encourage students, faculty, and staff to be tested each week.
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On-Site Testing: Monday 10/18 7:30-8:30 AM
Parents who register for on-site testing will park and walk their child(ren) over to be tested. Pac Tox will be set up by the school office, between the school office and the preschool area. Testing is offered to students, faculty, and staff.
Stay up to date on our COVID Safety Guidelines.
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Join the Falcon Family!
Preschool Teacher Position - Full Time and Part Time Opportunities Available
Email Karleen Kroeker, Preschool Director, for more information:
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Add this to your calendar! |
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