Explorer Reports

This month we are learning more about the great European explorers.  The students have broken into groups and researched their explorer. 

Notice the sticky notes.  Table teams did a "gallery walk" to see the other student's posters.  They noted their constructive criticism on these stickies.  This is the first experience we have had putting together posters.  Students are learning about colors, scale, gluing before they completely lay it all out, and working together.    We were missing a couple of explorer posters, so the students are learning about deadlines too.  I am pleased with their first attempt and I look forward to more projects.  

Later this week, we will dress up like our explorer and present a "living museum" that we will record on our green screen.  (Look for that post soon.)  They will also present their knowledge in a Puppet Pals presentation using the IPads.  (Look for that soon too!)  

Student of the Month - October

Each month, we honor a special student with the title, Student of the Month.  

Student of the Month Criteria

* Treats adults in a respectful manner.

* Respects other students and their property.

* Follows school rules.

* Takes pride in school.

* Shows sportsmanship in games.

* Completes assignments.

* Has good school attendance.

* Always does their personal best.

That student is one who has met the criteria and has stood out amongst their peers.  As always, it is a hard choice.  I have dozens of Students of Excellence.  I am tasked to pick just one.

And so, I choose.....  Chris ..... as September Student of the Month.

10.  Chris was chosen as our class mediator because he can work out problems.

9.  Chris has patience with his peers.

8.  Chris is friendly and has an easy smile.  He makes everyone feel welcome.

7.  Chris is a rock star in Math.  He has problem solving skills and can muscle through a problem.

6.  Chris is responsible - I can send him on any task.

5.  Chris gets his homework and classwork done, without having to bug him!!

4.  Chris looks for the good in people and is everyone's friend.

3.  Chris is honesty and tells the truth.

2.  Chris is a role model and others look up to him.

1.  Chris is a winner and I'm so glad he is in my class!!!