Welcome to the 6th Grade ASK Academy Page
Welcome to The ASK Academy Middle School 6th grade page! Monthly news on the 6th about the 6th, every month.
Together we continue to develop the Attitude, Skills and Knowledge to build a supportive and welcoming community.
Friday Scholar Support is available 8-10 am. Please make an appointment in advance with your project managers.
Important Dates:
4/8 Isotopes payment and permission slips due
4/11 Science Fair
4/15 Asynchronous due to 8th & 11th grade science tests
4/16 & 4/17 MSSA test--please be on time at 8 am with charged Chromebooks
4/18 Asynchronous due to 11th grade SAT
4/30 Poetry Night
5/2 Isotopes field trip
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April News
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Science Fair News
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It's Science Fair Time!!!
Please mark your calendars for The ASK Academy's Middle School Science Fair on April 11th.
As the Science Fair approaches and your child has finished up their display, you can help them prepare by having them explain their project to you during a practice presentation.
Each class has a Google Classroom where more information can be found
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Math with Mr. Tharinger
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Math class for the month of April will see us working on our second geometry unit of the school year. The focus this time will be on three-dimensional figures like prisms and pyramids. We will learn to create and understand nets of 3D figures, how to calculate the surface area of prisms, and finally how to calculate the volumes of rectangular prisms.
-Mr. Tharinger and Ms. Abby Contact The MATH Master Tharinger
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ELA with Ms. Romero  |
This April in ELA6 scholars are beginning the first two weeks by reviewing Literary Elements, narrative as well as other text structures and preparing for high stakes testing with reviewing essential skills & knowledge. During the second half of April we will be reviewing and reintroducing poetry as well as research skills
Happy Reading!
📚. 😊' Ms Romero's site
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Social Studies with Mr. Strong |
This month, scholars will conclude their study of Greece and begin exploring Roman history. They'll delve into Rome's origins, including the legend of Romulus and Remus, and study the Republic, the Punic Wars, and Roman territorial expansion. They will also learn about Julius Caesar's rise to power, his assassination, and the ascension of Augustus as the first Roman Emperor. Scholars will examine the Pax Romana's meaning and significant influence on Roman society, economy, and culture, and explore Rome's achievements, decline, and legacy. It should be an enlightening experience!
 The Ludovisi Battle Sarcophagus or "Great" Ludovisi Sarcophagus is from a Roman tomb dating to around AD 250–260.
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Earth Science with Mrs. Eckert
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Science class has been in a whirlwind of activity this month! We just finished up our unit on Weather and Climate, which ended with a visit from Meteorologists from KRQE. This was an excellent opportunity to review for our Weather Unit test, and the scholars really showed what they had learned with their questions and responses during the presentation.
Check out some Amazing Weather our scholars have found during their research: https://docs.google.
We are now in our final phase of Science Fair projects! Scholars are working hard to finish up their projects, and are so excited to share them during our Middle School Science Fair. Please stop by the 6th grade building on April 11th to view some fantastic projects and learn about your scholars ideas and innovations around Environmental Conservation!
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Project Lead the Way: Green Architecture
with Mrs.Griffin
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Hello Scholars and Families,
I can't believe it's already April! Scholars put in a lot of work during quarter 3, and I can't wait for you to see their finished products.
Previously, I had sent out a notice that scholars would need to be collecting recycled materials to use in the construction of a 3D model. The plan has now grown and evolved into something much more exciting. Instead of scholars building 3D models of their designed homes, we will begin construction on an Earthship Greenhouse made from rammed Earth ties. On days that we are not building outside, scholars will be working in groups to design their own Earthship home as well as create a presentation on how Earthship homes work.
If you would like more information on Earthship homes, check out this site: Earthship Biotecture
Due to this change of plans, our need for recycled materials has changed. Bernalillo County is donating the tires to us, and the Parent Support Committee is helping us to gather needed tools. However, we do still have a need for cardboard. Before the tires can be packed with dirt, they need a layer of cardboard laid down, to keep the dirt from escaping. If you have medium or large cardboard boxes that can be broken down and used as a bottom layer for our tires, please send it to school with your scholar, or let me know and I can arrange a pick up.
Scholars will have a Green Architecture Showcase on Monday, May 20 from 4:30-5:30. During this time, scholars will present their Earthship design and research as well as offer tours of the Earthship Build Site to those who are interested. Dream Home Floor Plans (our quarter 3 project) will also be on display during the showcase. The presentations on May 20 will serve as the scholar's final grade for Green Architecture. If your scholar will be unable to attend on May 20, please let me know as soon as possible so alternate arrangements can be made. More information will be coming home about the project soon.
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Computers & Technology with Mrs. Miller |
In Computer Science, we have been working on IF/Else Conditionals. They are currently making an interactive card in Code.org. The rest of this month, scholars will continue to learn new coding skills leading them to creating their own game. Please continue to check on grades often
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Gifted FC and Resource with Mrs. Ayres |
In FC, we are wrapping up our Health Rocks curriculum. We have spent time talking about using a structured decision making process and are analyzing messages around us in advertisements.
In Resource, we are continuing to work with our great Near Peer (high school) tutors. We are also working to make sure our personal agendas/planners are updated regularly because the 4th quarter has so many deadlines and time management is key! |
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Memories of Ms. Paulson
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We know how much Ms. Paulson loved science and loved seeing scholars learn about science through their own projects.
We know she would be so proud of all the hard work and learning the 6th grade scholars have put in to get ready for the Science Fair. You should also be proud of your hard work and inquiry!
We want to continue to honor Ms. Paulson for the rest of the school year in this space. If you have a piece of artwork, a memory, or anything else you'd like to share, please email [email protected]
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There is still time to sign up for the Spring Break 2025 trip to Washington, DC! Please see the flyer below with information about how to register, payment plans, etc.
