Category Archives: General Posts

We the new term, we have “Google Earthed” from out in the Universe, a little closer to the planet.  This science unit will be on Moon Phases and Seasons.  As part of studying the moon phases, I will giving the … Continue reading →

Part of the reason I feel so at home working at an art school, is because I grew up in the arts, both visual and performing.  I have mentioned to the kids, and promised them I would get you info, … Continue reading →

367 I got to be an extra proud teacher as I delivered 367 toys to Primary Children’s! These little things can make such a difference for these kids. Thank you everyone for your generosity in participating in our toy drive!

I just wanted to wish everyone a safe and happy Halloween!  Enjoy your four day weekend! If you take any good pictures of the kiddos in costume, please e-mail them so we can share them with the class on Tuesday. … Continue reading →

We’ve made quite some progress.  We’re about halfway there with 103 toys!  We’re bringing joy to my heart with this drive, so let’s keep it up!  Remember, the Toy Drive ends this Thursday, October 30.  Please have all toys here … Continue reading →

Mustache Monday – Fake Mustaches (No permanent marker) Toe Twirling Tuesday – Crazy Socks/Shoes Wear Your School Spirit Wednesday – Red Shirt Tweek Your Mop Thursday – Crazy Hair Fabulous Friday – Best Dress Spirit Week Posters and Decorated Pumpkins … Continue reading →

Making a plaster mask is always fun! Making 28 of them in one day is 28 times the fun! Doing that two days in a row is 56 times the fun, right?  Yes!  It was a lot of fun AND … Continue reading →

One week past, and we have collected just over 20 toys.  It’s still early, so I imagine this number will increase drastically as we go!  Remember, we will be collecting until October 30.  Ask you families, friends, and neighbors.  This … Continue reading →

Cancer. There I said it. Why should we be aware? Nearly 12 million people per year are diagnosed with cancer. That’s nearly 4% of all Americans.  11,000 of those cases are children under the age of 16.  I could name … Continue reading →

We had a couple of amazing performances from our class at this month’s Student of the Month Assembly. Abby playing with her fingers of fire! Brooke playing and singing, joined by Jenna from Mrs. Mayer’s class.  This one does a … Continue reading →