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Eighth graders are along their way to completing their first novel in the eighth grade. The novel helped they appreciate the importance of immigrants to the culture and life of the United States and the sacrifices they needed to endure so that rights of today’s workers could be enjoyed.
 

SCIENCE 8

In Science, the students were able to get a better understanding of what oceanographers do through their study of oceans and the earth’s landmasses. Students also began to appreciate of the role oceans play in keeping our environment clean and the sea life healthy.

SOCIAL STUDIES 8

The eighth graders prepared to take their TACHS Exam on Friday November 7th. Initially they were very nervous but at the completion of the test they declared the test to be easy which made the teachers all nervous. Projects recreating the trench warfare during World War I made the textbook descriptions come alive for the students. The presentations of these to the class help spark discussions and the realization that the actions during World War I laid the groundwork for World War II.

 

 

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Suggested reading list for students entering grade 8

You must read three books this summer. At least one book must be chosen from the list below. The other books are your choice; however, they must be appropriate for your grade level.

Little Women by Louisa May Alcott
The Last of the Mohicans by James Fenimore Cooper
Goodbye Mr. Chips by James Hilton
A Tree Grows in Brooklyn by Betty Smith
Frankenstein by Mary Shelley