From the Desk of Mrs. Barkat

                                         



									
							Nov 14, 2011
Dear Parents: 

Assalamu'Alaikum, 

The Sixth Grade Social Studies class is embarking on an exciting journey to 
India. At present we are learning about the ancient civilizations of Mohenjo 
Daro and Harappa. We are also studying about the development of Hinduism and 
Buddhism. The students will be learning next about the exciting world of 
Ancient China. In Islamic History, the students are learning about the story 
of Prophet Salih,and that of Prophet Ibrahim. 

The Seventh Grade Social Studies Class is learning about the Thirteen 
Colonies. We just finished designing travel brochures in partners, for each 
of the colonies. Now we will begin discussion of phenomena like the Salem 
Witch Trials, the growth of slavery and The Great Awakening. In Islamic 
History, the students are finishing up thier unit on the four imams, and will 
begin learning about the great military figures in Islam. 

The Eighth Grade Social Studies is learning about the hardships of 
immigration in the early 1900’s. In order to consolidate their knowledge 
about this chapter, they will each be writing their own immigrant story 
replete with all the historical components. I would really appreciate if you 
would help your child obtain any research materials which they may need for 
the completion of this project. Thank you very much. Eighth Grade is learning 
about the Mughal Empire, and some of them are designing Models of the Taj 
Mahal. 

					Jazakallahu Khair, 


						Mrs Barkat