I have taught long enough now that my former students are off into the world doing great things. Last night I was privileged to receive an invitation from a former group of students to come watch the White Oaks High School production of 'Hairspray'. Almost all the main lead parts were children I had taught! They were an incredible group of talent and it was so rewarding as a teacher to see them grow, thrive and find their creative spirits. When you teach children in the primary grades, you can still see that little person you used to know in the grown up bodies of the teenagers up on stage. Perhaps one day, I will get an invitation from your child to attend something wonderful that they are doing. Although we never know what the future holds, I would consider it an honor and if I could make it...I certainly would.
Another former student, Kathryn who has been working in our classroom in between her teacher's college practicum assignments is off to Peru for the month of May. She is going to help teach English to school children and work on construction projects. She is allowed to take a suitcase full of donations and I have asked the students to consider looking around for a few small items so we could make a care package for her. I realize we are asked many times for donations but this is a chance to actually see our donations in action as I know Kathryn will bring back pictures and talk to the students about this adventure. Don't go out and buy anything. I'm just going to look around my house for a few items to donate so feel free to do the same if you can.
Here are a few ideas:
markers, post-it notes, band-aids, dental hygiene things (floss, toothpaste), crayons, crafty items (rainbow loom bands). I know all items will be gratefully accepted and truly appreciated. No pressure though!
Earth Day
April 22nd was Earth Day. We learned some of the history of Earth Day and discussed many ways to help our Earth. We explored the Eco-Kids website using the new Chrome books that the school has purchased. It seemed only fitting to go outside for some extra Gym time on a beautiful sunny day to celebrate as well. Our school will be doing a school-wide scavenger hunt in our Tribes this Friday afternoon, as well as working together to beautify the school (also known as picking up trash with gloves). We read the book Peter's Place (by Michael Foreman) which discusses what happens in an oil spill. As well, we had great discussion about our own classroom waste and how we could reduce and re-use a little better.
Funny Story
Usually I tell a funny story about my class but today I will share with you my new learning. As some of you may or may not know, I like to grow my own vegetables and cook with organic foods as much as possible. I decided to make a lovely chicken soup this weekend. I added a purple, organic carrot to the crockpot. Who knew that one little, tiny purple carrot actually turns the whole soup...well...purple. An orange carrot doesn't turn it orange! No worries, I think. Then I tried to eat it. Let's just say it tastes great if you don't look at it. Who knew eating lilac coloured chicken with purple broth would be so hard to stomach! And here is your learning for the week...
Yep, it's really purple, isn't it?!?
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