Yesterday and today was our first real look at rocks – our first major topic of the school year. I developed a new activity as part the staff development for the science office I am a part of. It’s called “One of These Things is not Like the Others” – a total take off of… Continue reading Engaging students with a rock exploration activity
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The week in review: week 1 Aug 6-10
I thought it might be a neat idea this school year to share an overview each week of what I did in my classroom. It will give you additional insight into my classroom and will help me remember all the fun moments this year. Each year, I make fabulous memories with my students, and I’m… Continue reading The week in review: week 1 Aug 6-10
How small signs point toward a great year.
I can already tell that this year will be a great year, and we’ve only completed four days of school. My student’s inspired me by sharing their “Dare Mighty Things” goals (I’ll share those soon.), they are so excited about Curiosity and the mission, and almost everyone had their notebook ready today for notebook setup.… Continue reading How small signs point toward a great year.
Curiosity is contagious!
I am amazed how excited my students are about Curiosity. We talked about the landing on Monday, the first day of school. Yesterday and today, the students wanted updates. Is there a descent video available? Are color photos available yet? What’s Curiosity doing? I think Curiosity will be an ongoing theme and topic of conversation… Continue reading Curiosity is contagious!
The first day of school was all about exploration.
Another first day of school came and went. Today felt different. I didn’t have the nerves or jitters like I usually do, but then, I didn’t run first day activities the same, either. Our day focused on Curiosity’s spectacular mission and landing on Mars. We also watched videos of the launch. One of the coolest… Continue reading The first day of school was all about exploration.
Our students matter!
Sometimes, things happen at school, and I realize that there are students that I teach or have taught that I didn’t really know. Sure, I know they are “good” students, often they are quiet, and never do they cause a problem. Yet if you asked me something about them as people, what could I tell… Continue reading Our students matter!
First impressions matter – or why I’ll wear my blue flight suit on the first day of school
You always hear that what you do on the first day of school sets the tone for the rest of the year. And I also believe the first impression you give matters. How many of us judge of a book by its cover – even though we know we’re not “supposed to”? Here’s the funny… Continue reading First impressions matter – or why I’ll wear my blue flight suit on the first day of school