5-13-2016

Thanks to Greg and the 5th and 8th grade teachers for implementing the new science test this morning.  It will be neat to see the types of questions students need to answer as you are supervising their test administration.

Thanks to Michelle F for giving all of the Parcc re-takes.  It is a thankless but important job. Thank you!

Cool Rube Goldberg Video

Thanks to Sherry for having her stem students put on the Sphero presentations yesterday.  It was cool seeing them working hard to figure out all of the kinks in the hallway and multi-purpose room over the last two weeks.

Lynette and Lynn have gathered Benjamin's top talent to put on a show for you this morning.  We will call classes down at 9:30.  It was neat to get a sneak preview at the rehearsal yesterday afternoon.

Disney Institute 1 minute Video on Innovation

If the PTA teacher luncheon at Evergreen this afternoon is anything like last year we will be experiencing an awesome day of food with great conversations.

Speaking of conversations, the articulation that happens on this day is so important in setting the stage for a successful school year next year.  thanks for your preparation and attention at these meetings.


Thanks to Dureen, Matt and the Lady Bengal water warriors who have been braving the elements to bring home victories.  Thanks to Tom, Juan and Frank for doing their best to prep the fields in advance.

Thanks to Lauren D and Jackie for coming to the PTA meeting Tuesday night and delivering a neat video thank you from the entire 6th grade team to the PTA for helping to fund the 6th grade field trip.
Teacher writes encouraging message on desks before exam.  If you copy this idea, don't use sharpies!
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/entry/teacher-writes-down-inspiring-messages-on-students-desks-before-test-lifts-them-up_us_5731ef0ee4b016f37896f9c2



Thanks to Mike D and Angela who will be the primary teacher and substitute for our new IMSA stem class next year called Take Flight.  It will be for 8th grade students and will replace the 8th grade modules in Mike's class.  All of the training and materials for the class will be provided by IMSA.

Speaking of IMSA , it is not too late to sign up for the summer academy featuring PBL,
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/1UAjF2A5qdfWzGPOkX2mrMDWclxBNIfr30ygPlRn31kg/viewform

Article and resources on the Maker Movement
http://blogs.edweek.org/edweek/DigitalEducation/2016/04/maker_movement_in_k-12_education_research.html?cmp=SOC-SHR-FB

Next time you are thinking you don't have enough time to do something you need or want to do, remember, you have all of the time that there is...it's what you decide to do with the time that you have.