encouraging students to become competent 21st Century learners
Photo credit: Nicolas Solop The 8th grade students had a busy 3rd trimester. Washington D.C., Capstone Projects, Drama performances, CYO Track finals, and the list goes on and on. So int he 3rd trimester I told the PodCast group they could do scripted podcasts if they wanted. Solo, duo, or triples. One group of girls... Continue Reading →
Hi! I'm Librarian of the Day. Do you like books? I love books! I can read a 300 page book in one week! By the way, I'm book worm. My favorite genre of book is horror! -Sophia Ramirez 2B
Hello, I am Celeste and I today I am librarian of the day. I have had a wonderful experience here stamping all the books. At first I stumbled a little by stamping the dates backwards, but then I improved a little. Anyway, I recommend the book A Nest for Celeste. Not only does this have... Continue Reading →
The new Learning Commons was featured in this year's auction video. With the auction theme of Back to the 80's our fabulous parents, 8th grade students and Mr. W. made a Breakfast Club inspired video. These videos are always a lot of fun! Great job everyone!
Photo credit: Nicolas Solop Today, March 1 2016, is Super Tuesday! Super Tuesday, generally, refers to a Tuesday during a Presidential primary season where a large number of primaries or caucuses occur. This year Super Tuesday has 12 state contests and a territory. For more information on Super Tuesday click here. We discussed Super Tuesday,... Continue Reading →
In the Primary Learning Center, 2nd grade practiced their researching skills by using the library databases to learn about some famous African Americans. Frederick Douglass, Harriet Tubman, Louis Armstrong, and Jackie Robinson were just a few of the wonderful people second grade were introduced to. I really enjoyed teaching these lessons just as much as... Continue Reading →
Photo credit: Nicolas Solop On Wednesday 2-17-16 the Social Studies Pod Cast recorded a special episode dedicated to the vacancy on the Supreme Court that came about due to the unexpected death of Justice Antonin Scalia. The 79 year old, longest serving, member of the court was a firebrand and major proponent of conservative ideals... Continue Reading →
To begin the Holiday season, the first and second graders listened to the story of The Giving Tree by Shel Silverstein. The classes talked about what they are thankful for and what they can give to others this Holiday season. I was completely taken aback when I realized how kind, generous, and loving our students are.... Continue Reading →
Are you ready for Halloween?! If your answer is no, then don't worry you have lots of company. If you're running low on some pumpkin carving ideas, consider getting inspiration from your favorite book! Here are a few ways you can decorate or carve your pumpkins this year. Do you love fairy... Continue Reading →
We are trying our very hardest to get all the new books processes. It is taking longer than expected but as each new book is entered, labeled, covered and protected we put it on the shelf for you! Many of the books have been checkout right away. I suggest logging into your accounts and putting... Continue Reading →
http://youtu.be/0di0ZicjGIU Here are the twenty finalists for April's Spine Poem Contest. Let me tell you, it was very hard to choose just twenty. Thank you everyone who participated. The winner will be announce at the end of the week. At that time I will also publish the authors of these twenty poems.
Watch the book trailer for Dog Gone by Leeza Hernandez. Do you think we need this book in the library? http://vimeo.com/53712691
The Falcon's Fables 