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Wednesday, June 23, 2010

Last Day : (


Many times today I heard, "I'm kinda glad it's the last day because I'm excited for summer/happy to sleep in/usually don't like school/etc, but I'm also sad because I don't want to leave our class and I'll miss you!" I'm glad I teach 4th and not 5th because I get one more year to see you guys in the hallways and have a little reunion!
Thank you all for such a great year! Each one of you are very special people with your own unique talents. These are the things I'm going to miss:
Niskua: You are a unique girl with a good head on your shoulders. I love your self-confidence!
Sam: What a great kid! You've been a great role model to the class, a hard worker, and a great student.
Julia: You remind me of myself as a student! Appreciative, inquisitive, curious, kind.
Silas: Your sense of humor is well over your age and you cracked me up many times this year!
Allyssa: Your generosity always struck me. You're a very sweet girl and a very smart girl!
Tobey: Like I've said before, I loved having you in class. I was always excited to hear or read anything you said or wrote! A very creative boy!
Ariel: Sweetest girl in the world. Hands down. I'll never forget how you took notes for another student who was out of the room during a story. How incredibly thoughtful and kind you are toward others!
John: Your energy to learn and be a better student is a gift for any teacher, and your smile is the cherry on top. You'll do great in 5th grade!
Talia: What a bright girl! Your smiles and bounces always energized us and you were a great friend to all!
Eli: A very smart, mature student who never ceased to amaze me with your knowledge on reptiles! (Okay okay and you beat me in arm wrestling. 3 times.)
Bailey: Your quiet intellect always inspired me. You were a great part of our class this year!
Andy: What's up, y'all? We'll miss you tons if you don't come back next year buddy! You were a friend to all and we loved that you came to us in January!
Ilana: A strong girl with a sweetside... and always willing to clean!!!! (Don't tell your parents!)
Josh: We got through the good times, and the bad, and now you're a 5th grader! Have confidence in yourself and your decision making skills! You have a good head on your shoulders and a supportive family behind you! You're a lucky boy!
Tieana: Girl I want you to look in the mirror every day and say "I am confident, I am smart, and I am a good person" because you ARE!!! No need to be so nervous!
Mikey: Mikey... thank you for being an angel on the last day of school. You alone did half of that "To Do" list today! I'm glad I'll be seeing you in the hallways next year!
Natalie: You're a cool girl who can stand up for herself and not worry what others think! Way to go!
Matt: That dance you made up (I think it was you) always cracked me up when you did it! (The arm circle one) You'll do great in 5th grade, especially if you DO YOUR HOMEWORK!!!
Annika:
You're the first student I met at Caroline when I substituted there when you were in 2nd grade... it's so cool that now you were in my class! You did SO awesome this year in everything! Keep up the great work!
Max: You did so well this year academically and socially! Your compliments during our final "Give or Get" game were incredibly thoughtful and specific. You should be proud of your 4th grade year!!!
Michael: What an organized student, always getting your homework in and keeping things neat. You were such a good friend to all and everyone envies your soccer skills!!!
Tommy: I watched you grow in confidence and make some great friends this year! I'm glad Ill get to see you around school next year!
Rosa: You are an extremely smart girl! Just remember to bring your homework home and then back to school again and you'll be golden!!!
Liam: You have such a beautiful mind: always thinking of situations and facts. Share your knowledge with others! Thank you for being such a nice helper this year! It was VERY beneficial to me!
Fernando: You were an enjoyable part of our class and got along with all of the kids! They love you!
Ms. Jones: What a dedicated woman you were to our class, bringing in snacks and supplies! We all really appreciate you!

Parents and guardians: I have truly enjoyed working with you! What a great bunch of generous and caring people. It was fun interacting with you. Thank you for sharing your child with me!

HAVE A GREAT SUMMER EVERYONE!!!

Monday, June 21, 2010

Thursday, June 17, 2010

Sweet Caroline

Picnic and Slide Show





Today we had a nice picnic and slide show to close the school year and to honor those who are retiring (Mrs. Troisi, Mrs. Clark, Mrs. Faben, Mrs. Wallitt, and Mrs. Ferraro.) Unfortunately, the outdoor picnic got rained out but we got to eat all of the yummy food together in our classroom!


Monday, June 14, 2010

Flag Day

This morning the entire school met around the flag to sing songs and recognize Flag Day.

Wednesday, June 9, 2010

Vitamin L Concert

Love Knows No Bounds

Love Knows No Bounds: Renewing New Orleans

Today Pastor Bruce and his wife visited us to show some clips of how New Orleans is still seeing devastation from Hurricane Katrina and to thank Caroline for sending cards, food, toys, and even people to help build them back up again. In the end, Pastor Bruce asked the kids if they like group hugs:



Monday, June 7, 2010

Colonization WebQuest!

First, watch this movie on the History of the Colonization of America:

Next, search the following links to fill out your role in studying the colonization of America after Europeans realized there was land there!

Colonization Web Links

A History of Jamestown
More history on Jamestown
Jamestown History
Great historical information

Journey back in time

Journey back to the colonial days

Plymouth, MA - Its history and people
Good information on the Pilgrims and their settlement

Thirteen Colonies

Information on the thirteen colonies

USA: Outline of American History
Specific information about the colonial period

Thursday, June 3, 2010

Transformations



A video on all three:

And here is a fun paint game using rotational symmetry: