The Roanoke Valley Resource Authority was an awesome host to The Super Heroes on Tuesday. We drove out to Smith Gap Landfill first and saw where Roanoke City, Roanoke County, and Vinton's trash ends up. Kids were amazed when they saw a train car filled with trash lifted and tipped over. We dump an average of 10 train cars EACH DAY into our landfill!!!! The Super Heroes were sad to see so many recyclable items go into the landfill. Because of the mud we were unable to drive up to the actual landfill, but kids loved seeing the amazing hydrolic lift, dump trucks, and other heavy machinery.
After Smith Gap we drove downtown to the Roanoke City Transfer Station where we were able to see train cars filled with trash, free mulch being ground, and people dropping off trash.
If you are interested in visiting the Resource Authority or have any sanitation questions go to: http://www.rvra.net/. We were very impressed with how welcoming they were.
We were starving after our big morning!!! We drove speedy quick to Alejandro's at Hollins and had a wonderful lunch. Students must have been practicing restaurant manners at home last week. Lena had a few patrons stop her on the way out and ask what school we were from. They were amazed at the kids' great behavior. Thank you to Josiah's parents, Lisa and Manuel, for having us.
Wednesday, March 31, 2010
Your Child's Computer Work Recognized
Students have been doing some amazing things in computer class this quarter and their hard work is being recognized. Check out the sites below to see what they've done:
http://www.aboutnewsmaker.com/
http://www.carnegiecyberacademy.com/funstuff.html
http://purple-puter-lady.blogspot.com/
We hope everyone has a happy and restful spring break! Remember there is no school on Friday.
http://www.aboutnewsmaker.com/
http://www.carnegiecyberacademy.com/funstuff.html
http://purple-puter-lady.blogspot.com/
We hope everyone has a happy and restful spring break! Remember there is no school on Friday.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Fantastic Fourteen Play
The Fantastic Fourteen will be performing their play "The Gingerbread Man" on March 31st at 1:40 pm. This is not a formal play, more like a staged reading. Parents are welcome to attend. If you will not be able to attend, no worries, Arts Festival will be here soon.
Don't forget, no Pizza Day or Lunch-a-Month on Wednesday, March 31st.
Don't forget, no Pizza Day or Lunch-a-Month on Wednesday, March 31st.
Friday, March 19, 2010
Barter Day Was Beautiful!
Okay, maybe beautiful isn't the word, but it was pretty fascinating. Some kids traded, once, twice, three, or more times! It was exciting to watch items change hands and see who ended up with what. Some kids slowly traded their way to their ultimate prize. Other students realized they didn't want what was being offered and took home their original objects. Overall, Barter Day was a huge success. Kids learned about value, currency, communication, and standards of trade.
Don't forget our March 30th field trip. We will be heading to the Roanoke City landfill and then onto the transfer station. After both stops we will be heading to Alejandro's near CS for lunch. Please send in $5 or a lunch for your child between now and March 26th. If your child doesn't want to eat at Alejandro's feel free to send in a lunch. On the day of the trip all students should bring fruit break in a disposable container.
Don't forget our March 30th field trip. We will be heading to the Roanoke City landfill and then onto the transfer station. After both stops we will be heading to Alejandro's near CS for lunch. Please send in $5 or a lunch for your child between now and March 26th. If your child doesn't want to eat at Alejandro's feel free to send in a lunch. On the day of the trip all students should bring fruit break in a disposable container.
Wednesday, March 17, 2010
Catching up with the Earth Keepers
Everyone loves money and we are no exception! In math class, we have worked on learning the value of coins and adding various amounts together. We have practiced adding tax to our purchases, and we are beginning to learn how to make change.
During Literacy, we witnessed the challenges, thrills and excitement of the Olympics! Each student researched a sport and taught the class using his/her own uniquely designed poster. Please come and view these outstanding projects - they are gold medal worthy!
Recently, we have focused on word study under the direction of our Hollins intern, Holt. We have talked about alliteration, parts of speech, and rhyme scheme, and today we began composing and illustrating our own poetry “‘big” book. We even have a “poetree” bulletin board displaying our ideas.
Every Thursday we partner with our friends from Kim’s class as well as Ruth Ann’s class. With Kim’s students, we designed our very own luge during a math Olympic measurement unit. During little buddy time, we have used our reading skills to share favorite books.
In drama we’ve been practicing our play, “Jack’s Magic”. We hope you’ll be able to attend our performance on Monday, March 22 at 1:30 p.m. in the drama room.
Reminders: (1) Scholastic book orders are due Thursday, March 18.(2) March is the last month for the Pizza Hut “Book-It” program for this year – don’t forget to turn in your completed calendar at the end of the month. Happy Reading!
During Literacy, we witnessed the challenges, thrills and excitement of the Olympics! Each student researched a sport and taught the class using his/her own uniquely designed poster. Please come and view these outstanding projects - they are gold medal worthy!
Recently, we have focused on word study under the direction of our Hollins intern, Holt. We have talked about alliteration, parts of speech, and rhyme scheme, and today we began composing and illustrating our own poetry “‘big” book. We even have a “poetree” bulletin board displaying our ideas.
Every Thursday we partner with our friends from Kim’s class as well as Ruth Ann’s class. With Kim’s students, we designed our very own luge during a math Olympic measurement unit. During little buddy time, we have used our reading skills to share favorite books.
In drama we’ve been practicing our play, “Jack’s Magic”. We hope you’ll be able to attend our performance on Monday, March 22 at 1:30 p.m. in the drama room.
Reminders: (1) Scholastic book orders are due Thursday, March 18.(2) March is the last month for the Pizza Hut “Book-It” program for this year – don’t forget to turn in your completed calendar at the end of the month. Happy Reading!
Monday, March 15, 2010
Fantastic Fourteen Live Up to Their Name!
The Fantastic Fourteen have been focusing on service with our buddies in Betsy's class. Over the last three weeks we have made cards and Rice Crispie treats for staff at two non-profit organizations. Two weeks ago we dropped off cards and treats for the hard workers at Hollins Fire Station. Last week we sent cards to the staff of the Rescue Mission and made treats for some mom's who are residents. If you know some unsung heroes who need a thank you let us know and we'll put them on our list.
In math we continue to work on time. Last week we took advantage of the gorgeous weather and made sundials outside.
In science we are working on the weather. Lena used ice and water to demonstrate weather fronts and Katie used water and cups to demonstrate air pressure and atmosphere.
Barter Day is this Thursday! We have not received very many items to be bartered. Children can use toys, school supplies, books, clothes. Whatever they think is valuable.
The school has raised $300 for the Pennies for Peace organization. Please keep your donations coming.
The school store has ordered NEW items again. Students decided to spend some and save some when deciding what to do with our bake sale and store profits. We are working on marketing ideas to drum up more business.
Don't forget Monday is a day that your child can bring in a book to share with the class. Students are happy to show off classwork too, so don't feel like a book has to be brought. This Monday I had a few moans of, "Oh, I forgot my book from home!" I promised to post a note on the blog as a reminder.
In math we continue to work on time. Last week we took advantage of the gorgeous weather and made sundials outside.
In science we are working on the weather. Lena used ice and water to demonstrate weather fronts and Katie used water and cups to demonstrate air pressure and atmosphere.
Barter Day is this Thursday! We have not received very many items to be bartered. Children can use toys, school supplies, books, clothes. Whatever they think is valuable.
The school has raised $300 for the Pennies for Peace organization. Please keep your donations coming.
The school store has ordered NEW items again. Students decided to spend some and save some when deciding what to do with our bake sale and store profits. We are working on marketing ideas to drum up more business.
Don't forget Monday is a day that your child can bring in a book to share with the class. Students are happy to show off classwork too, so don't feel like a book has to be brought. This Monday I had a few moans of, "Oh, I forgot my book from home!" I promised to post a note on the blog as a reminder.
Reminders
Please make sure your child arrives on time tomorrow. We will be loading up around 8:45 for "The Boxcar Children".
Scholastic has not made online ordering available for the flyers that were sent out last week. You can turn in mail in orders by Thursday, March 18th.
On Wednesday, March 31st there is neither a pizza day nor lunch-a-month scheduled. Please make sure you pack a lunch.
Scholastic has not made online ordering available for the flyers that were sent out last week. You can turn in mail in orders by Thursday, March 18th.
On Wednesday, March 31st there is neither a pizza day nor lunch-a-month scheduled. Please make sure you pack a lunch.
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