Anyone Recognize These 2nd Graders??

Mrs. Prime's second graders recently read a book by Gary Soto called "The Big Bushy Mustache." They read the story together, then made the moustaches. After some practice, the 2nd graders walked around the building and read a portion of the story to different staff members. Mrs. Thomas and I were one of the lucky few to hear them read and they did a super job!

Turkey Time

The kindergartners have been busy learning about the first Thanksgiving. Students in both classes made Native American headbands. Their headbands tell a story using Native American writing. Ask your kindergartner what his/her story says!

Mrs. Cory's class has buddied up with sixth graders from Mrs. Bergeson's class and used their time together this week to make Oreo turkeys! The sixth graders had to read directions on how to make the turkey and then help their little buddy make it. They came out great, but I bet they tasted even better!

Generous Donation from Wal-Mart

Emerson Hough was chosen as one of Wal-Mart's "School of the Year" and was given a generous donation of $1000! Ten staff members were randomly chosen and surprised with a $100 gift card to use at any Wal-Mart towards classroom materials/supplies. Gina, one of the store managers, and I surprised the teachers and students yesterday when we went from classroom to classroom to drop off the gift certificates. Congratulations to the following winners: Mrs. Cory, Mrs. Kerber, Mrs. Bartels, Mrs. Sommars, Mrs. Deppe, Mrs. Baumgart, Mrs. Nelson, Mr. Law, Mrs. Bergeson, and me!