Bas relief sculpture. After studying Egypt and other early cultures which used bas relief sculpture as ornament for architecture, students create their own cast plaster images by carving soft oil based clay which has been pressed into a flat mold. The proper mixing of plaster of Paris is learned as well as its origins and properties. Students study images which rely on texture for their visual impact. Students prepare and present a French assembly to the entire school.
Students compete for the first time in a national French contest.
The Grade Six English program continues to emphasize reading which is taken from well known, classical works. The Open Court texts are no longer part of the program. Added to the program are the computer skills of work processing and computer graphics. Angry Men Students are also expected to read independently both at home and during designated reading periods at school. Critical thinking skills include the analysis and interpretation of literature.