(Since I didn’t do SLC, I will only talk about my plans for next year.)
I can try to work more on responding better to parent questions and making sure the links work.
Month: March 2026
Part 1: Essential Question and Standard Reflection
The genetic difference of the apple causes the differences in the traits of the apple. Additionally, the environment can also change the apple by effects like the temperature, humidity, and food availability. Sexual reproduction is used to get the best possible genetics of an apple by receiving genetics from both the parents but on the other hand, the asexual reproduction helps the clone of the genetics to be produced.
I learn the best with extra questions to work on because this provides me with better understanding. The Review Games and worksheets (Kahoot, Gimkit, and Spongebob worksheet) was the most impactful or memorable for
me as a learner. Before I did the review activities, I wasn’t fully understood about the concept, but after I learned using them, I was much more comfortable with the concepts such as Punnet Squares. In addition, the Extended learning activities and Extension (Non-mendelian genetics, Dihybrid Punnett square, connections between math area models and monohybrid Punnett squares) made me more interested in the subject of genetics and made me feel more comfortable in learning those.
In this unit, I could do a better job on CER writing, especially in the aspect of connecting the reasoning to the evidence. In the future, I will focus on clearly explaining why and how the evidence proves the claim so that my reasoning directly links the evidence to the main idea. This will help make my scientific explanations stronger and easier to understand.
This semester in orchestra, I learned a lot about teamwork, responsibility, and how my part fits into the bigger sound of the group. Playing the violin has challenged me to listen carefully to others while keeping my own rhythm and intonation steady. One of the biggest improvements I’ve made is in my bow control — I can now produce a smoother tone and stay in tune more consistently.
Performing in concerts was both exciting and nerve-wracking, but it felt amazing to hear how all our practice came together. I also enjoyed learning how different sections — strings, winds, and percussion — blend to create the full orchestra sound. In the future, I want to work more on sight-reading and shifting to higher positions so I can play more advanced music and contribute even more to the group. Being part of orchestra has taught me patience, dedication, and how great it feels to create something beautiful with others.