During the middle school years, students will begin to ask more questions and think critically about the information they are learning. This is the perfect time to introduce them to classic literature and a variety of literary genres. It is also a great time to encourage them to have conversations about the books and stories they are reading.
This class welcomes current 6th and 7th grade students and introduce them to a variety of literatures. The classes will be discussion based exploring key literary elements: character development, theme, symbol, motif, conflict, setting and foreshadowing. Children are encouraged to research about authors and historical background. We hope to develop skills: close reading, building from evidence to argument, comparative analysis and independent critical thinking.
The books are selected from the award winners and classic literature. The sample choices are:
Historical fiction: Number the Stars, Roll of Thunder Hear My Cry, The Book Thief
Allegory: The Little Prince, Animal Farm.
Children’s Literature: Holes, Secret Garden
Classics: Robinson Crusoe; Gulliver’s Travels
OCA Student Leadership Award & Need-based Award for Asian Youth
The Student Leadership Award is an annual merit award which recognizes the achievements of outstanding Asian American student leaders from area high schools and language schools. This award is sponsored by the Westchester-Hudson Valley chapter of OCA, the foremost organization in the nation advocating for social justice for Asians in America. For more details, please check the enclosed documents, or go to website at www.oca-whv.org/ya to apply online.
The application deadline is Oct 23, 2020.
Any question, please contact sla@oca-whv.org or info@oca-whv.org.
The Student Need-Based Awards include five named awards for students who have demonstrated financial needs. Students whose parents have never attended a four-year college in the U.S. or abroad are particularly encouraged to apply.
在10/31的HSK 网络居家考试中，我校毕业班同学都取得优异成绩。
