Art for a Cause

As most of you know we raised money by doing art work. We exceeded our goal and were able to adopt 7 children total! It was a great experience and so inspiring to be able to provide clothes and other needed supplies for not just one student, but 7! 

Team Mackenzie

We recently had a student go to the Jr. Olympics to compete. She Skyped us along the way and we got to cheer her on. GO MACKENZIE! 

Shock & Awe

As you probably know, we have been working hard to raise money for a student we adopted for the holidays. We were blown away with kindness, generosity, and overall support. When I announced to the class that we raised an incredible amount of money, way more than we expected to raise- this was the look on their faces. Emotions. Excitement. Kindness at its finest. I truly believe the lessons they have been learning will be paid forward in their lives and the lives of others. 

Student Led Food Drive

Student Led Food Drive

Random Acts of Kindness

The students gave up part of their time to make cards for Military men and women around the world. 

"The soul is healed by being with children."

Social Studies Weekly & QR Codes

Love using QR codes! It makes the educational experience so rich. 

Reading with Purpose

Students worked to identify a purpose, then they used their iPads to read an article highlighting the 'purposeful' parts. Love seeing this hard work taking place after a long break! Go fifthsters! 

American History Presentations

The students worked independently to create presentations, here are a few!

(Click the link!)First Presentation on American History

(Click the link!) 2nd Presentation on American History

QR Codes for Research

The students used these three QR codes to gather research on the 1780's-1800's. They were guided through a web quest series of what life was like during those times. 

Flag Display

We visited the Flag Display and learned about the different types of flags throughout history in America.

 I had the kids take photos using their iPads.  

Latin American Countries & Hispanic Heritage

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Hispanic Heritage Month

We had a fabulous month becoming educated on Hispanic Heritage. We ended it with a 'fiesta.' We did all of our assessments in the morning and then had some fun in the afternoon. We showcased our projects on our various countries. Then, we Skyped three Hispanic people who have had great influence in our world. Finally we worked collaboratively as mini-groups to create our very own versions of homemade salsa. The students had to visit each ingredient station, then revist a specific station if needed. They had to write down each specific ingredient and then creatively name their salsa. We called judges in from the school to judge. It was a great day!