On June 19th, our 2nd grade classes will be stepping back in time to become Pioneers of the Westward Movement. We will have a full morning of historical activities, crafts, and a pioneer-style snack. This will be an amazing time of REAL learning about the early days of our country. Don’t miss out on this very special event. The cost is only $4.00 to cover the purchase of needed materials.
Parent volunteers are still needed to make this day possible. High school siblings are welcome, too!
On June 4th we successfully connected with the California State Parks Department for a virtual field trip to Columbia State Historic Park in Columbia, CA (near Sonora). Through this video conference, Ranger Phil shared his vast knowledge and artifacts of the California Gold Rush and the Westward Movement. We had prepared thoughtful questions and he answered every one of them with examples and clarity. The students were eager to learn everything they could during this experience. They were exceptionally polite and attentive. I could not have been more proud. This is a tremendous way to enrich the curriculum and allow students an opportunity to speak to an expert. We would all love to do it again!
Mrs. P
Please come to our final Open House of the school year. It will be held Thursday, June 12th from 5:30 PM- 7:00 PM. The students have been exceptionally busy in preparation for this event. I think our visitors will enjoy viewing the results of our efforts. We hope to see you there.
Mrs. P
We will be a launching our study of the Pioneers and the Westward Movement next week. I always have a grand time teaching this unit. It is a remarkable period of our nation’s history.
As a special introduction to this unit, I scheduled another video conference about the Gold Rush and Pioneers. I have been assured that the video connection problems have been resolved so I am game to try it again. Keep your fingers crossed for June 4th!
Mrs. P
Well, we tried and failed again. We were prepped and ready for our video conference with Ranger Ryan and had more connection troubles. I don’t think I will be able to reschedule it this time. We still enjoyed our in-class study and learned a great deal about salmon.
Mrs. P.
During the Read-a-Thon, our class read 698 pages and collected $109.50. Well done, students! And thank you parents for gathering those donations. I know the PTA is planning on using those funds for new technology. And you know that’s one thing I LOVE!
Mrs. P
We had a very interesting visit from Uncle Jer and his bees. I know I learned many facts I did not know. Before I give a long list, I’ll give my students a chance to post a comment to share something that impressed them. So class, what did you think was the neatest part of the presentation?
Mrs. P
We have two special events tomorrow. Uncle Jer will be here to share some knowledge about bees. We sent home a note last Friday asking for a 50 cent donation in order to purchase the activity book that supports the presentation. I realize that wasn’t much notice, so just send it in any time this week.
The other event is our rescheduled video conference with Ranger Ryan about salmon. So it looks like we will be immersed in the animal world tomorrow. I know we’ll learn a lot and have some fun doing it.
Our PTA has named this Wednesday as our annual Read-A-Thon. We will set aside some special time to just read, read, read. Students were given a pledge envelope two weeks ago to gather sponsorship of our reading efforts. Thank you to those families who have already turned it in. This money will be used towards purchasing new technology and other supplies. Be sure to bring a book or two that you LOVE and plan to have another adventure. 😀
Our class has completed their small group study of a selection from the Courage Unit in our anthology. We have also completed the group presentations. I will finish editing the videos of each group and get them posted to our YouTube channel over the weekend. I think you will enjoy them as much as we did.
Mrs. P
The Carroll Annual Spring Fling is the place to be on Friday May 16th. There will be plenty of fun, food, and games from 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM.
Our class is participating in making a raffle basket with a barbecue theme. A list of suggested donations was sent home last Friday. I hope you will consider making a contribution. The proceeds from the raffle support a great deal of enriching activities for the whole school year. Besides, it’s just so much fun to dream of winning one of those creative baskets full of goodies.
Mrs. P