CKLA Knowledge: Domain 9 - Nutrition & The Human Body

Students learn about Anton van Leeuwenhoek and his pioneering work with the microscope. They then explore a number of topics regarding the human body, including cells, tissues, organs, and body systems—with a focus on the digestive and excretory systems.
Finally, students learn about the elements of good nutrition and other keys to good health.

Overall Learning Outcomes
Demonstrate understanding of key vocabulary
Cite evidence from a text when answering questions
Make connections and sequence information to deepen comprehension
Identify and record relevant information in My Human Body Journal
Identify and write about nutritional benefits of school lunches from around the world

PTO needs you for our Spring Carnival!

Friday, May 15
In order to make our annual Spring Carnival a success, Team McNitt NEEDS
2 parents per 2 shifts to volunteer
 First shift: 5:15pm- 6:30pm
Second shift: 6:30pm- 8pm
Each parent/guardian who signs up will report to the raffle basket table for their assignment for the evening.

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McNitt Raffle Basket

 Any items you have for our classroom raffle basket please send in at any time. Donation deadline is May 8.
Thank you, in advance, for your donations!!

Juggler @ Westwoods

 Clark the Juggler was at Westwoods this morning!
Juggling, among many other tricks, was part of the show!
I am sure you will hear all about it!
GREAT PERFORMANCE!!

Currently in Math

Building on this new unit, we will also be exposed to:
multiplication/division (repeated addition)
fractions

2nd Grade Music Performance

Great music performance today!!
Thank you to all that could join us!

Wilbur Book

Wilbur is the star of a new Westwoods book!
Each student at WW received their very own copy of this inspiring story.

Wednesday, May 6

 Heather Shumaker is a local author that is coming to visit second grade on May 6th!
She is coming to talk about her experience as an an accomplished author, while also inspiring our young students to write! 
Heather will talk about her award winning book, The Griffins of Castle Cary. 
Students are able to order The Griffins of Castle Cary, have Heather sign a copy and also personalize their book with a short message.
Order forms came home on Monday to complete and send back by May 6th

REMINDER!

2nd Grade Music Concert
Thursday, April 23 @ 11:30

This Friday! Help support 3rd Grade!