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first day of gate!
first day of gate!
Today the 3rd graders started their day getting acquainted with the classroom and their classmates.
Today the 3rd graders started their day getting acquainted with the classroom and their classmates.
Their main piece of work revolved around Habits of Mind. Each team was secretly assigned a Habit of Mind. They brainstormed scenarios where they might put that Habit into action. After discussing common teamwork pitfalls as well as solutions to combat them, the 3rd graders used craft supplies to create a sculpture that represented that Habit of Mind, had their classmates guess their Habit, and later explained their interpretation. The creativity and positivity was out of this world!
Their main piece of work revolved around Habits of Mind. Each team was secretly assigned a Habit of Mind. They brainstormed scenarios where they might put that Habit into action. After discussing common teamwork pitfalls as well as solutions to combat them, the 3rd graders used craft supplies to create a sculpture that represented that Habit of Mind, had their classmates guess their Habit, and later explained their interpretation. The creativity and positivity was out of this world!
Next week, we will continue to get to know our new classmates and complete an introspective activity that will help students think deeply about their strengths and areas for growth.
Snack Donations Appreciated!
Snack Donations Appreciated!
With such a late lunch (1:00pm) I highly recommend that you send your child with a snack to eat at morning recess. It would also be a huge help if a couple parents would be able to donate some snacks that I could keep in the classroom for kiddos who don't or can't bring a snack. Dairy-free and peanut-free are preferred, and gluten-free is a bonus! Some suggestions are: Kashi bars, Chewy bars, popcorn, CLIF bars, or anything else you can find that is relatively filling and not too sugary. Thank you!
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IMG_4011.MOVGATE SNEAK PEEK ROUND 2
GATE SNEAK PEEK ROUND 2
This Thursday is Lowell's Back to School Night. Since I have so many students, I can't offer a polished presentation about curriculum and expectations for everyone, but you are welcome to use it as a second Sneak Peek, where you can see the classroom and say hello if you weren't able to attend last week's Sneak Peek. Back to School Night is for adults only, so we will honor that for the GATE Sneak Peek Round 2.
WHO: GATE Parents/Guardians
WHEN: 6-7PM, Thursday August 25th (This time frame is different than I shared on Instagram!)
WHERE: Lowell Elementary Room 203
WHY: To say hello, ask basic questions about the program, set up a time to meet later to discuss specific student needs
Consider Donating to the GATE Classroom
Consider Donating to the GATE Classroom
As we begin our school year and face new challenges, we are seeking new ways to enrich your child's education both in person and virtually. Our current wish list includes a set of classroom cameras (~$100 ea), our own set of 6 classroom Tello drones ($150 ea) that we don't have to share, Rubiks Cubes ($12), and a hand-held vacuum cleaner! The 6th graders will also be going on THREE field trips this semester, and we will need one of the bus trips (~$100) covered by Foundation donations. Please click on the link below to donate to my Boise Foundation Account. [LOWELL/GATE/GABRIELLI,AUDREY]
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR THOSE WHO ALREADY DONATED!
IT WILL BE PUT TO GOOD USE RIGHT AWAY!
Follow our daily classroom adventures on Instagram!
Follow our daily classroom adventures on Instagram!
(I'll start posting as soon as I have confirmed which students from each school are on the No Photo List. Thanks for your patience!)
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