Mr. R.'s Blog

Monday, 06/22/20

PRACTICE YOUR READING USING KID BIZ!

Practice Reading:

If you are looking for reading opportunities throughout the summer, go to KidBiz / Acheive 3000 to read the articles and complete the related activities Mr. Reiprich has assigned. You need your username and password to access the site. If you do not know your password, ask a parent/guardian to email Mr. Reiprich.

Here is a list of the articles for 6/15 to 6/26:

• Let's Talk About Phones Cell phones have changed a lot through the years. Hear about their history and learn how they got so smart. (Non-fiction)
• The Power of Peaceful Protests People are protesting the killing of George Floyd. They are asking for equal treatment for all. (Non-fiction)
• The Secret Millionaire A man watched every penny he spent. He died a millionaire. So why did he need all that money? (Non-fiction)
• This Museum is for the Dogs The Museum of the Dog opened in New York in February 2019. It's all about dogs! (Non-fiction)
• Twelve Years Old and in College Carlos Santamaría Díaz and Jeremy Shuler were both bored in school. So they went to college…at age 12! (Non-fiction)
• What Koko Taught Us Koko the gorilla, who died in 2018, became famous for being able to use sign language. She also taught people that gorillas can be kind and loving. (Non-fiction)

Here is a list of the articles for 6/29 to 7/10:

• Following the Dream Should the Pinhoti Trail become part of the Appalachian Trail? People in Alabama and Georgia think so.
• The Little Tree House That Could A simple backyard tree house became a big problem for one homeowner.
• A Mammoth Find Workers found bones of Ice Age animals on a farm in Oregon.
• Music-Making Machines Students have created a big band out of robots.
• Now Playing: Sounds From the Past Sounds from the 1800s were heard for the first time in more than 100 years!
• Small Cars Make Big Jumps In Safety New crash tests show that small cars keep people safer than before.
• Wi-Fi Not Wanted A part of Iceland has no Internet service at all. Many visitors want it to stay that way.
• Young Inventors Tackle Big Problems Young people have great ideas! Some are solving important problems. Learn how three teen inventors are making a difference.

Practice Math Facts:

You can continue to use your XtraMath account this summer. Use this link to get faster at facts: XtraMath (You need to have a parent/guardian help you set up access to this site.).

If you aren't fond of XtraMath, you can also practice facts using the games available at abcya or roomrecess.

Thursday, 06/11/20

EVERYONE WINS AT FINAL CLASS ZOOM MEETING!

On Tuesday, June 9th, Mr. Reiprich held the final class meeting of the school year via Zoom. Those who joined the meeting took a virtual field trip to Hersey Park! Congratulations to all those who attended...everyone present won a prize during the festivities! Aiden was the big prize winner. He was randomly selected as the winner of "Lunch on Mr. R." for completing assignments during the final week of distance learning!

Aiden and these folks should watch their mailboxes for a special delivery later this week or early next week:

Adelynn Allison Ava T. Bella Freddie Jamil Michael Shelby

Again, congratulations to all who participated!

DON'T GET "RUSTY" THIS SUMMER!

Practice Reading:

If you are looking for reading opportunities throughout the summer, go to KidBiz / Acheive 3000 to read the articles and complete the related activities Mr. Reiprich has assigned. You need your username and password to access the site. If you do not know your password, ask a parent/guardian to email Mr. Reiprich.

Here are the articles for the next two weeks:

• Let's Talk About Phones Cell phones have changed a lot through the years. Hear about their history and learn how they got so smart. (Non-fiction)
• The Power of Peaceful Protests People are protesting the killing of George Floyd. They are asking for equal treatment for all. (Non-fiction)
• The Secret Millionaire A man watched every penny he spent. He died a millionaire. So why did he need all that money? (Non-fiction)
• This Museum is for the Dogs The Museum of the Dog opened in New York in February 2019. It's all about dogs! (Non-fiction)
• Twelve Years Old and in College Carlos Santamaría Díaz and Jeremy Shuler were both bored in school. So they went to college…at age 12! (Non-fiction)
• What Koko Taught Us Koko the gorilla, who died in 2018, became famous for being able to use sign language. She also taught people that gorillas can be kind and loving. (Non-fiction)

Practice Math Facts:

You can continue to use your XtraMath account this summer. Use this link to get faster at facts: XtraMath (You need to have a parent/guardian help you set up access to this site.).

If you aren't fond of XtraMath, you can also practice facts using the games available at abcya or roomrecess.

Monday, 06/01/20

DISTANCE LEARNING GRID / ACTIVITY CHECKLIST / HELP MEETINGS

I CAN'T BELIEVE IT! IT IS THE LAST FULL WEEK OF THE SCHOOL YEAR! All of the information you need to know for this week's distance learning activities is posted on the DISTANCE LEARNING page. You'll find a link to the last learning grid of the school year, a link to a checklist that lets you know exactly what needs to be turned in and how to do it, and a schedule of Zoom Help Meetings if you attempt an assignment and it just isn't making sense to you.

PAYTON WINS LUNCH AT McDONALD's!

I want to congratulate everyone who worked hard last week to complete assignments! Fifty Providence Pride Awards were earned, just beating out the number of 49 earned the week prior! PAYTON was the lucky individual randomly selected to receive a gift card for lunch at McDonald's compliments of Mr. Reiprich! Check your mailbox Payton - the card is on its way to you!

I also want to recognize all of these folks who were entered into the drawing for completed work!

Adelynn Aiden Allison Ava T. Bella L. Freddie

Izzy G. Jamil Kaydence Michael Payton Shelby Trinity Tristan

Mr. Reiprich will continue to give Providence Pride Awards for Responsibility if all assignments for the week in a given subject area are completed. You will receive a second Providence Pride Award if you have completed all assignments in a given area plus an extension activity in that same area. ONE MORE LUCKY PERSON WILL WIN A $5 GIFT CARD TO McDONALD's!

NEW FLIPGRID: SOON YOU WILL BE A 4TH GRADER!

It's been an unconventional end to your year in 3rd grade. Let's close it on a positive note. For this Flipgrid, share one thing you look forward to for the summer, a great memory from the school year, or just post a "goodbye for now" message. Go to the STUDENT LINKS page to add a post to the last Flipgrid of the year. Thanks BELLA, for being the first to post!

NEW KID BIZ ARTICLES

If you are looking for additional reading opportunities this week, go to the STUDENT LINKS page for a list of Kid Biz articles Mr. Reiprich has assigned.

OUR LAST CLASS MEETING WILL BE HELD TUESDAY, JUNE 9th AT 10 a.m.

Mark your calendars now! You don't want to miss our final class meeting of the year! We'll celebrate the summer birthdays of Ethin, Trinity, Shelby, and Freddie! Plus: Mr. Reiprich has a special suprise in the works for the meeting...and of course there will be the chance to win prizes! YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! I will email log-on information to families the day before the meeting!

Congratulations to the winners at last week's Zoom Class Meeting! Check your mailboxes Adelynn, Aiden, Allison, Ava T., and Cameron!

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Monday, 05/25/20

DISTANCE LEARNING GRID / ACTIVITY CHECKLIST / HELP MEETINGS

All of the information you need to know for this week's distance learning activities is posted on the DISTANCE LEARNING page. You'll find a link to the learning grid for 05/25 to 05/29, a link to a checklist that lets you know exactly what needs to be turned in and how to do it, and a schedule of Zoom Help Meetings if you attempt an assignment and it just isn't making sense to you.

JUST CAN'T HIDE THAT PROVIDENCE PRIDE

Two weeks ago you collectively earned 43 Providence Pride Awards - and this past week, you beat that number, earning 49 awards! CONGRATULATIONS! Each award gives you one chance to win a prize during the drawing that will be held on Friday, May 29th during the last Pride Assembly of the year.

Good luck to the following who are entered into the drawing:

Adelynn Aiden Ava B. Ava T. Bella L. Freddie

Izzy G. Jamil Kaydence Michael

Noah M. Payton Shelby Trinity Tristan

For the last two learning grids, Mr. Reiprich will continue to give Providence Pride Awards for Responsibility if all assignments for the week in a given subject area are completed. You will receive a second Providence Pride Award if you have completed all assignments in a given area plus an extension activity in that same area. FOR EACH OF THE LAST TWO WEEKS, MR. REIPRICH WILL DRAW A WINNER TO RECEIVE A $5 GIFT CARD TO McDONALD's!

REMINDER! END OF YEAR PHOTO OPPORTUNITY!

Before Sunday, May 31st, Mr. Reiprich is asking each of you to have a family member take a photo of yourself getting ready (or already ready...LOL) for a favorite summer activity. Maybe you are on your bike, riding like the wind. Maybe you are wrapped up in a beach towel with sunscreen in hand. Maybe you've got on some sports gear, because you are ready to play or watch a game. Make sure the picture is a close-up! I will be creating a collage of all the pictures you submit. Mr. Reiprich will unveil the collage and we will share our summer plans at our last class meeting the week of June 7th.

NEW KID BIZ ARTICLES

If you are looking for additional reading opportunities this week, go to the STUDENT LINKS page for a list of Kid Biz articles Mr. Reiprich has assigned this week.

NEW FLIPGRID: SOON YOU WILL BE A 4TH GRADER!

It's been an unconventional end to your year in 3rd grade. Let's close it on a positive note. For this Flipgrid, share one thing you look forward to for the summer, a great memory from the school year, or just post a "goodbye for now" message. Go to the STUDENT LINKS page to add a post to the last Flipgrid of the year.

CLASS MEETING ON THURSDAY, MAY 28th FROM 6:30 TO 7 P.M.

I was sorry to have to cancel last week's Zoom Class Meeting, but have no fear! It has been reset for this Thursday at 6:30 p.m.! We will play FIND IT FAST! You will complete against one another in rounds. For each round, the first person to name what appears in two photographs will win the round. Play will continue until we have one person remaining! The winner will receive a $5 McDonald's gift card! YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! I will email log-on information to families today! Test your skills by identifying what appears in each pair of photographs below!

Wednesday, 05/20/20

BIRTHDAYS, BIRTHDAYS, AND MORE BIRTHDAYS!

Mr. Reiprich would like to wish the following individuals a very Happy Birthday! Some have birthdays in May, while others will celebrate their day in June or July. Over the next few weeks at our online class meetings, we will be singing happy birthday again and again! Tristan, bring your harmonica to the meetings if you are able! Mr. Reiprich's harmonica is still in the classroom at school!

Daniel - May 11th (Sorry this birthday wish is belated Daniel!) Izzy G. - May 29th

Ethin - June 11th Trinity - June 27th

Shelby - July 15th Freddie - July 29th

END OF YEAR PHOTO OPPORTUNITY!

Before Sunday, May 31st, Mr. Reiprich is asking each of you to have a family member take a photo of yourself getting ready (or already ready...LOL) for a favorite summer activity. Maybe you are on your bike, riding like the wind. Maybe you are wrapped up in a beach towel with sunscreen in hand. Maybe you've got on some sports gear, because you are ready to play or watch a game. Make sure the picture is a close-up! I will be creating a collage of all the pictures you submit. Mr. Reiprich will unveil the collage and we will share our summer plans at our last class meeting the week of June 7th.

CLASS MEETING ON THURSDAY, MAY 21st FROM 6:30 TO 7 P.M.

I had a great time playing the Mystery Object Game with Adelynn, Aiden, Freddie, Michael, and Tristan last Friday! This week we will play FIND IT FAST! You will complete against one another in rounds. For each round, the first person to name what appears in two photographs will win the round. Play will continue until we have one person remaining! The winner will receive a $5 McDonald's gift card! YOU MUST BE PRESENT TO WIN! I will email log-on information to families today!

JUST CAN'T HIDE THAT PROVIDENCE PRIDE

DON'T FORGET!!! From now until the end of school, I will recognize students with Providence Pride Awards for Responsibility if they have completed all assignments for the week in a given subject area. Students will receive a second Providence Pride Award if they have completed all assignments in a given area plus an extension activity in that same area. Each award gives you one chance to win a prize during the drawing that will be held later this month during the May Pride Assembly hosted by Mrs. Corbin and Mr. Violante! So far this week, I already have 14 Pride Awards prepared for students that have completed all of the assignments for the week in a subject area! Keep working hard! Maybe we will beat the number of Pride Awards given last week (43)! It's all up to you! I will announce students who earned awards in Sunday's blog. I HOPE YOUR NAME IS ON THE LIST!

Sunday, 05/17/20

DISTANCE LEARNING GRID / ACTIVITY CHECKLIST / HELP MEETINGS

All of the information you need to know for this week's distance learning activities is posted on the DISTANCE LEARNING page. You'll find a link to the learning grid for 05/18 to 05/22, a link to a checklist that lets you know exactly what needs to be turned in and how to do it, and a schedule of Zoom Help Meetings if you attempt an assignment and it just isn't making sense to you.

JUST CAN'T HIDE THAT PROVIDENCE PRIDE

From now until the end of school, I will recognize students with Providence Pride Awards for Responsibility if they have completed all assignments for the week in a given subject area. Students will receive a second Providence Pride Award if they have completed all assignments in a given area plus an extension activity in that same area. Each award gives you one chance to win a prize during the drawing that will be held later this month during the May Pride Assembly hosted by Mrs. Corbin and Mr. Violante! The following students earned a total of 43 Providence Pride Awards this past week: Adelynn, Aiden, Ava T., Bella, Freddie, Jamil, Michael, Payton, Shelby, Trinity, and Tristan.

THANKS TO ALL WHO ATTENDED OUR CLASS MEETING ON FRIDAY!

I had a great time playing the Mystery Object Game with Adelynn, Aiden, Freddie, Michael, and Tristan on Friday! Even after 10 questions, no one could guess what mystery object was in another person's bag. Winners, watch for your prize to arrive in your mailbox later this week. OUR NEXT CLASS MEETING WILL BE ON THURSDAY, May 21st from 6:30 to 7 p.m. I'll post more information here and will send log-on information to families via email on Wednesday!

STORYTIME WITH MRS. BURKHART

MARVIN REPOST: KIDNAPPED AT BIRTH

You can still use the link below to hear Mrs. Burkhart share the story of Marvin Redpost, a boy who has never felt like he fit in with his family. When Marvin hears a news report about a missing prince who looks just like him, he knows exactly what happened. Now all he has to do is tell Mr. and Mrs. Redpost that it’s time for him to move in with his real parents at the castle….use the link below to find out what happens!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/11r0rSYACVc_ZFImJuaAis1umQwKP23RgfRWBYnWrk7I/edit?usp=sharing

NEW KID BIZ ARTICLES

If you are looking for additional reading opportunities this week, go to the STUDENT LINKS page for a list of Kid Biz articles Mr. Reiprich has assigned this week.

Wednesday, 05/13/20

OUR CHARACTER COUNTS TRAIT FOR MAY IS...

If you watched the April Pride Assembly online, you know that our Character Counts trait for May is patience! Most people will tell you that patience means you have the ability to remain calm when dealing with a difficult or annoying situation, task, or person. Mr. Reiprich likes to look at patience a different way...he likes to think of patience as waiting with a happy heart. Mr. Violante asks that you check out his website to listen to the picture book Are We There Yet? by Dan Santat to learn a little more about the importance of patience. Use this link to listen to the story: https://provcounseling.weebly.com/character-counts.html.

DON'T FORGET! WE HAVE A NEW FLIPGRID THIS WEEK!

SO FAR ONLY NOAH B. and MR. REIPRICH HAVE TAKEN THE TONGUE TWISTER CHALLENGE!

See how many times you can quickly and clearly say a phrase before stumbling over the words in 30 seconds. There are nine different tongue twisters to choose from! Go to the Student Links page for the code to complete the challenge! You'll can also learn how to post to our class Flipgrid if you haven't done so before.

OUR NEXT CLASS MEETING IS FRIDAY FROM 1-1:30 P.M.

I look forward to seeing you at our Zoom Class Meeting on Friday! Mr. Reiprich will send log-in information to your parents via email later today. We will share our week's highs to start the meeting and then we will play the game below!

Sunday, 05/10/20

DISTANCE LEARNING GRID / ACTIVITY CHECKLIST / HELP MEETINGS

All of the information you need to know for this week's distance learning activities is posted on the DISTANCE LEARNING page. You'll find a link to the learning grid for 05/11 to 05/15, a link to a checklist that lets you know exactly what needs to be turned in and how to do it, and a schedule of Zoom Help Meetings if you attempt an assignment and it just isn't making sense to you.

JUST CAN'T HIDE THAT PROVIDENCE PRIDE

These students demonstrated responsibility and earned a Providence Pride Award by completing most/all of their distance learning activities for the week that just passed: Adelynn B., Aiden W., Ava T., Bella L., Freddie S., Izzy G., Michael L., Payton D., Shelby H., and Trinity M. They are entered for a chance to win a prize during the May Pride Assembly at the end of the month. Congratulations and thank you!

STORYTIME WITH MRS. BURKHART

MARVIN REPOST: KIDNAPPED AT BIRTH

You can use the link below to hear Mrs. Burkhart share the story of Marvin Redpost, a boy who has never felt like he fit in with his family. When Marvin hears a news report about a missing prince who looks just like him, he knows exactly what happened. Now all he has to do is tell Mr. and Mrs. Redpost that it’s time for him to move in with his real parents at the castle….use the link below to find out what happens!

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/11r0rSYACVc_ZFImJuaAis1umQwKP23RgfRWBYnWrk7I/edit?usp=sharing

NEW FLIPGRID: Tongue Twister Challeng

WAYNE WENT TO WALES TO WATCH WALRUSES! WAYNE WENT TO WALES TO WATCH WALRUSES!

See how many times you can quickly and clearly say a phrase before stumbling over the words in 30 seconds. There are nine different tongue twisters to choose from! Mr. Reiprich's video is up! Go to the Student Links page for the code to complete the challenge! You'll can also learn how to post to our class Flipgrid if you haven't done so before.

NEW KID BIZ ARTICLES

If you are looking for additional reading opportunities this week, go to the STUDENT LINKS page for a list of Kid Biz articles Mr. Reiprich has assigned this week.

Friday, 05/08/20

Thursday, 05/07/20

Happy Thursday! I can't believe we are almost through another week! After you finish your work for this week, you will have only 4 weeks left of school.

I have to say that I am impressed with the amount of work that has already been submitted for this week! Many of you have completed almost all of your assignments and have done a good job with them!

I am enjoying your imaginary writing pieces and also the toys that you are creating for the STEM Challenge. I am particularly impressed with those of you who have gone back and redone assignments on Google Forms when your first score was not so great. You are showing PERSEVERANCE and DETERMINATION! Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

I have a feeling I will be recognizing quite a few of you for showing your Providence Pride by demonstrating responsibility! Remember, students that demonstrate Providence Pride by showing respect, responsibility, kindness or courage will be entered for a chance to win a prize during the May Pride Assembly at the end of the month.

AT THIS WEEK'S CLASS MEETING, WE'LL BE PLAYING TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE!

Our weekly Zoom class meeting is set for Friday morning (May 8th) from 11-11:30. Mr. Reiprich has been rotating the time of the meetings, so that all have an opportunity to attend.

This week, we will play TWO TRUTHS AND A LIE. Each person will have the chance to make three statements about himself/herself. Two of the statements need to be true. One of the statements should be NOT true - a lie! Usually, Mr. Reiprich would not recommend lying, but for this game, it is allowed.

You can ask your parents for help with this! You may put your three statements in any order you like. Write the statements down and practice them in front of a mirror. You'll want to watch your facial expressions, to make sure that you do not give away the lie!

After you share your three statements, others will have the chance to guess which statement is a lie. If a person correctly guesses the lie, they have an extra chance to win the weekly prize drawing. If no one guesses your lie, you have an extra chance to win!

Mr. Reiprich has emailed parents log-in information for the meeting.

A MESSAGE FROM OUR SCHOOL NURSE, MRS. TRUITT

Hello all! I miss seeing you at Providence, but I am excited to share two videos made by the school nurses in our district, including me! I hope you and your families will watch the videos together. They can benefit both your health and well-being during this difficult time.

Coronavirus Story with the Solanco Nursing Department:

https://drive.google.com/file/d/1XlzoXJKINjKMi8PqLaUuOeh5a8obTJ5r/view?usp=sharing

Elementary Wellness Tips with Mrs. Truitt & Friends:

https://animoto.com/play/Z9lPxwamk54K5j0p9aWjTQ

INFO ON A VIRTUAL FIELD TRIP AND A REMINDER FROM A FRIEND!

Sunday, 05/03/20

DISTANCE LEARNING GRID / ACTIVITY CHECKLIST / HELP MEETINGS

All of the information you need to know for this week's distance learning activities is posted on the DISTANCE LEARNING page. You'll find a link to the learning grid for 05/04 to 05/08, a link to a checklist that lets you know exactly what needs to be turned in and how to do it, and a schedule of Zoom Help Meetings if you attempt an assignment and it just isn't making sense to you.

JUST CAN'T HIDE THAT PROVIDENCE PRIDE

Even though we are not "at school" right now, you can still be recognized by Mr. Reiprich for showing Providence Pride. Students that demonstrate Providence Pride by showing respect, responsibility, kindness or courage will be entered for a chance to win a prize during the May Pride Assembly at the end of the month.

This past week Mr. Reiprich recognized these students for completing most/all of their distance learning activities: Adelynn B., Aiden W., Bella L., Freddie S., Jamil S., Payton D., Shelby H., and Trinity M.

Congratulations and thank you!

MAY THE 4TH BE WITH YOU

Miss Davies has created a Star Wars-themed set of activities for you this week...May the Force Be With You! Get it?!?!? LOL!!!) These are OPTIONAL ACTIVITIES that you can do if you choose. Here is the link to check them out:

https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1prUaNSzpXEXBgArKztfaxxDh5HwCVrMJnQH7q6Qijs0/edit?usp=sharing

NEW KID BIZ ARTICLES

If you are looking for additional reading opportunities this week, go to the STUDENT LINKS page for a list of Kid Biz articles Mr. Reiprich has assigned this week.

BOATS AFLOAT:

Photos of Student-made Boats from last week’s STEM Challenge

RACE FOR EDUCATION: GETTING PHYSICAL on Friday, May 1st

Friday, 05/01/20

RACE FOR EDUCATION / SPIRIT WEEK ACTIVITIES

Go the RACE FOR EDUCATION page to find the schedule for SPIRIT WEEK! You can also learn how to win prizes from Providence Elementary's Parent-Teacher Organization by participating in the festivities!

Sunday, 04/26/20

ZOOM MEETINGS THIS WEEK!

This week, Mr. Reiprich will host multiple Zoom meetings. Here is the schedule and the purpose of each meeting:

• Tuesday, April 29th: From 2-2:30 p.m. - MATH HELP MEETING -Activity 1: Measuring Capacity; From 2:30-2:45 - READING HELP MEETING - Text Structures
• Wednesday, April 29th: From 6:30-7 p.m. - CLASS MEETING: Weekly Check-in with Friends
• Thursday, April 30th: From 10-10:30 a.m. - MATH HELP MEETING - Activity 2: Measuring Mass / Weight; From 10:30-10:45 - READING HELP MEETING - Text Structures

Before the HELP MEETINGS, you should have attempted the targeted assignments. Read the materials for the assignment. Watch the videos if you are able. Try the practice portion of the assignment. Mr. Reiprich will answer questions you have and demonstrate some sample problems.

Mr. Reiprich will send an email to your families with the Zoom log-in information for the meetings.

RACE FOR EDUCATION / SPIRIT WEEK ACTIVITIES BEGIN MONDAY, 04/27!

Go the RACE FOR EDUCATION page to find the schedule for SPIRIT WEEK! You can also learn how to win prizes from Providence Elementary's Parent-Teacher Organization by participating in the festivities!

NATIONAL SUPERHERO DAY is Tuesday, April 28th!

• Miss Dorsey made a slide show to help you celebrate both superheroes and real-life heroes. To view the slide show, use this link: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1ai-V_tGFK72UEPJqucP6MMS1KtFCChjSZ3bopvPJAMA/edit?usp=sharing:
• Read the KidBiz article: MAKING A MARK. In this article, you'll learn how students in a class in North Carolina become real-life heroes. Find out how they're helping students in South Sudan. Do you remember how we helped families in South Sudan? See the Student Links page to access KidBiz.
• Make a Flipgrid video to tell about a superpower you would like to have and how you would use it to help people! See the Student Links page to access Flipgrid.

Thursday, 04/23/20

ZOOM CLASS MEETING - Fri., Apr. 24 @ 2 p.m.

Bring your funny to this Friday's meeting! Mr. R. has decreed this week's class meeting be known as FRIDAY FUNNIES! I miss laughing with all of you, so come to the meeting ready to share your best joke! I hope to see all who joined us for the first meeting and also some new faces! Mr. R. will email families information to access the meeting later today.

If you need a new joke to share, or you just want to laugh, check out these two sites:

Beano: Jokes for Kids and Red Tricycle: 210 Hilarious Jokes for Kids

MAKE SURE YOU ARE TURNING IN YOUR ASSIGNMENTS FOR THE WEEK

As you work on your distance learning assignments, you need to make sure your effort does not go unnoticed! Mr. R. is required to keep track of the work you are completing at home. There are two ways you can share your work with Mr. R.:

1. Complete the Google Form if one is included with the activity. Mr. R. automatically receives a report of your score and answers when you complete a Google Form. If you are unhappy with your score, you may review activity lesson materials and redo the Google Form.
2. You can share written or project-based assignments by sending a photo of the written work or project you've completed. You may also send a photo that shows you with a completed project.

You and your family can easily see what assignments should be turned in by using the Weekly Assignment Checklist. Here is the link for the 04/20-04/24 checklist:

https://docs.google.com/document/d/1rW_tDB8eNyFmevwxZAAsooCtJJfJMVINVaiI7XhCtVQ/edit?usp=sharing

EARTH DAY CELEBRATION CONTINUES...

Even though Earth Day was yesterday, Wednesday, April 22nd, you can still continue the celebration by engaging in any of these activities:

• View Miss Dorsey's slide show that includes facts about Earth Day / the Earth and ways you can help our planet. To view the slide show, use this link :https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1x7sC-gDowasDpYzsSwoz2y8DfLgumChDBlBWFzhwOVM/edit?usp=sharing.
• Read the KidBiz article: Earth Day Turns 50! See the Student Links page to access KidBiz.
• Make a Flipgrid video to share your wish for our Earth. See the Student Links page to access Flipgrid. Thanks for Shelby and Freddie for posting their wishes!
• Complete the Science/Social Studies Day 3 Activity and turn a plastic grocery bag into something new. Share a picture of your creation with Mr. Reiprich and watch for it to be posted on this page early next week, under the Friend Photos section. See the Distance Learning page for more details.

FRIEND PHOTOS:

Ask your family to snap and share your photo! The photo may show you engaged in a school assignment or a fun activity you are enjoying outside of your learning time.

Sunday, 04/19/20

Did you know that Earth Day is Wednesday, April 22nd? This week, you have lots of opportunities to learn more about and celebrate this important day!

Here are some:

• Miss Dorsey (our new student teacher in 3rd grade) made a slide show that includes facts about Earth Day / the Earth and ways you can help our planet. To view the slide show, use this link :https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1x7sC-gDowasDpYzsSwoz2y8DfLgumChDBlBWFzhwOVM/edit?usp=sharing.
• Read the KidBiz article: Earth Day Turns 50! See the Student Links page to access KidBiz.
• Make a Flipgrid video to share your wish for our Earth. See the Student Links page to access Flipgrid.
• Complete the Science/Social Studies Day 3 Activity and turn a plastic grocery bag into something new. Share a picture of your creation with Mr. Reiprich and watch for it to be posted on this page later in the week, under the Friend Photos section. See the Distance Learning page for more details.

SUNDAY SHOUT OUTS

Have you heard? Payton Dearolf scored the most points in a single given day (April 9th) compared to ALL students at Providence ES using KidBiz. She earned 25 bonus points and an achievement award. Kaydence Halsey scored the most points in a single given day (April 8th) compared to ALL students at Providence ES using KidBiz. She also earned 25 bonus points and an achievement award. Way to go Payton and Kaydence!

ZOOM CLASS MEETING!

Last Friday, we had our first meeting on Zoom. Zoom is a platform where we can meet online to see and talk with one another. It was so good to see Adelynn, Aiden, Allison, Ava T., Bella, Cam, Freddie, Izzy, Jamil, Michael, Noah B., Payton, Shelby, and Trinity!

Mr. Reiprich plans to set-up another meeting for this Friday afternoon at 2 p.m. I hope to see all of those who joined us for the first meeting and also some new faces -- those who couldn't do the morning meeting time this past week. Mr. Reiprich will email families information to access the meeting on Thursday afternoon.

TO DO / CHECK OUT

MEET 3rd GRADE's NEW STUDENT TEACHER, MISS DORSEY:

• Use this link to watch a video of Miss Dorsey introducing herself: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_7xqOF_sWvBh6whEGjYcyWm6VJ4e11dh/view
• Miss Dorsey's read aloud of the chapter book Hour of the Olympics by Mary Pope Osbourne continues through Friday of this week: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zKa4s-dqW68hVtIOxFO6dzqQujMJxueRpM6uSaZS79A/edit?usp=sharing

FRIEND PHOTOS:

Ask your family to snap and share your photo! The photo may show you engaged in a school assignment or a fun activity you are enjoying outside of your learning time.

Thursday, 04/16/20

I can't believe it has been a month since I've last seen you at school! I'm missing all of you! I've heard from some of you that your feeling the same way! Check out our class FLIPGRID for messages from Adelynn, Aiden, Bella, Freddie, Noah B., and Shelby! (For directions on how to access FLIPGRID, check out the Links for Students page.)

If you are missing your friends, I have exciting news! Tomorrow (Friday, April 17) morning at 10:30, we will hold our first...

wait for it...

ZOOM CLASS MEETING!

Zoom is a platform where we can meet online to see and talk with one another. Mr. Reiprich emailed parents/guardians earlier in the week and based on their responses to a survey, chose tomorrow from 10-10:30 a.m. for our first meeting. During the Zoom meeting, we'll spend a little time catching up and play a game. Later today, Mr. Reiprich will email an invitation to parents/guardians about how to join the meeting.

Please take a few minutes to review some basic rules for the meeting by scrolling through Zoom Etiquette document. The rules presented will help the meeting go smoothly and ensure that all who join the meeting will have a chance to participate.

I hope to see many of you tomorrow!

If you can't participate tomorrow, fear not, Mr. Reiprich will set up another meeting next week.

Answer to Monday's Riddle:

On Monday, I ended my post with a riddle. The answer is related to this week's distance learning actitivies in math:

What can fly without wings?

ANSWER: Time!

TO DO / CHECK OUT:

RACE FOR EDUCATION PAGE ADDED TO WEBSITE:

• Even though school is not in session, Race for Education is happening - VIRTUALLY! Go to the Race for Education 2020 page to learn more about how you can join in the fun and maybe even win a prize!

A NOTE FROM MISS HUBER:

• Hello All! Miss Huber (music) here , I hope everyone has been doing well. I’ve enjoyed hearing from quite a few of you. Thank you and keep it up! We, special area teachers, just wanted to send the website link out in case you might need it. I hope everyone has a wonderful week. Please don’t hesitate to reach out to us.

https://sites.google.com/solancosd.org/solanco-sd-elementary-specials/home

MEET 3rd GRADE's NEW STUDENT TEACHER, MISS DORSEY:

• Use this link to watch a video of Miss Dorsey introducing herself: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_7xqOF_sWvBh6whEGjYcyWm6VJ4e11dh/view
• Use this link to hear the daily installment of Miss Dorsey's read aloud of the chapter book Hour of the Olympics by Mary Pope Osbourne: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zKa4s-dqW68hVtIOxFO6dzqQujMJxueRpM6uSaZS79A/edit?usp=sharing

FRIEND PHOTOS:

Ask your family to snap and share your photo! The photo may show you engaged in a school assignment or a fun activity you are enjoying outside of your learning time.

Monday, 04/13/20

Happy Monday! I hope you all had a wonderful Easter with your families! Mr. Reiprich could not go home to be with his family, but we were able to connect via Zoom on the internet. My parents, my sisters and their husbands, and my nieces and nephews are all well! I hope you are too!

This week's distance learning activities were emailed to your families earlier this morning. They are also posted on the Distance Learning Activities page. As we move forward with learning at home, you may find a few of this week's activities will be a review, but for the most part, the 3rd grade teaching team will be introducing new concepts that you have not yet studied this year. DO YOUR BEST! Mr. Reiprich is just an email away, if you need some help!

I am excited share that Flipgrid is up and running! Read below, under the THINGS TO DO / CHECK OUT section, to learn how to use Flipgrid and see Mr. Reiprich and Adelynn's first posts! I hope you'll add your video and voice to our Flipgrid page.

One other thing thing that I am excited to share is that a new teacher has joined Providence's 3rd grade team! Her name is Miss Dorsey. She is a student teacher from Millersville University. Mrs. Burkhart is her mentor, but she will work with all students in 3rd grade. Use the links below to meet Miss Dorsey and hear her daily read aloud.

If you are looking for extra reading material, Mr. Reiprich has assigned three KIDBIZ articles for those of you looking for additional, optional reading activities. You can also find articles on the Scholastic website to read. Both links are available on the Links for Students page.

I'm going to close with a riddle today. The answer has to do with one of the lessons you will complete in math this week...

What can fly without wings?

You will find the answer in Wednesday's blog post! Until then, happy learning!

TO DO / CHECK OUT:

FLIPGRID:

• To learn how to use Flipgrid, watch this short instructional video with an adult at home: https://vimeo.com/398016659
• Then use this link to view the question of the week: https://flipgrid.com/e088e3ce. Your ID/username is your five-digit lunch number. If you are not able to access the question, your parent/guardian did not give permission for you to participate. Your parent must email Mr. Reiprich (matthew_reiprich@solancosd.org) and state that you are permitted to use Flipgrid if you'd like to participate. When Mr. Reiprich receives word from your parent, he will add you to the Flipgrid class. If you are unsure of your five-digit lunch number, ask your parent/guardian to email Mr. Reiprich.
• You can check back into Flipgrid throughout the coming week to see new videos from your classmates by using the question of the week link above.

MEET 3rd GRADE's NEW STUDENT TEACHER, MISS DORSEY:

• Use this link to watch a video of Miss Dorsey introducing herself: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1_7xqOF_sWvBh6whEGjYcyWm6VJ4e11dh/view
• Use this link to hear the daily installment of Miss Dorsey's read aloud of the chapter book Hour of the Olympics by Mary Pope Osbourne: https://docs.google.com/presentation/d/1zKa4s-dqW68hVtIOxFO6dzqQujMJxueRpM6uSaZS79A/edit?usp=sharing

FRIEND PHOTOS:

Friday, 04/10/20

Hello! Good Friday to you!

Friends, I was so sorry to hear yesterday that our school will be closed through the end of the current academic year. However, we will continue to learn and grow through the distance learning activities Mr. Reiprich is working on with 3rd grade teachers from all of Solanco's elementary schools. Next week's Distance Learning Board will introduce new concepts that we have not yet explored in 3rd grade! The board will be available to you Sunday evening.

Today, I am excited to introduce a new way for us to share how and what we are doing in our lives, even though we can't see each other in person. The platform we will be using is called Flipgrid. Each week I will post a question for you. You reply by making a short video of yourself that Mr. Reiprich will review and then share with your classmates. Read below, under the THINGS TO DO / CHECK OUT section, to learn how to use Flipgrid.

I'll close today by wishing all of you and your families a very happy Easter! Please do your best to stay well and safe! I miss all of you!

THINGS TO DO / CHECK OUT:

FLIPGRID:

• To learn how to use Flipgrid, watch this short instructional video with an adult at home: https://vimeo.com/398016659
• Then use this link to view the question of the week: https://flipgrid.com/e088e3ce. Your ID/username is your five-digit lunch number. If you are not able to access the question, your parent/guardian did not give permission for you to participate. Your parent must email Mr. Reiprich (matthew_reiprich@solancosd.org) and state that you are permitted to use Flipgrid if you'd like to participate. When Mr. Reiprich receives word from your parent, he will add you to the Flipgrid class. If you are unsure of your five-digit lunch number, ask your parent/guardian to email Mr. Reiprich.
• You can check back into Flipgrid throughout the coming week to see new videos from your classmates by using the question of the week link above.

KIDBIZ/ACHIEVE 3000:

• Some of you have been asking for additional reading assignments. Starting on Sunday this week, Mr. Reiprich will assign three KIDBIZ articles for those of you looking for additional reading activities. You can also find articles on the Scholastic website to read. Both links are available on the Links for Students page.

FRIEND PHOTOS:

Wednesday, 04/08/20

Hello friends! Happy Wednesday!

I hope you are all feeling good! I am!

I also hope you are all working on the week's distance learning activities. You can access the online version by using the Distance Learning Activities link at the top of this page. Paper packets for this week were placed in the mail on Monday, so you should receive yours today, if you haven't already. Below you'll find some pictures of classmates working in their home offices this week! If you don't see yourself, ask your parent/guardian to send me a photo. Keep those photos coming!

THINGS TO DO / CHECK OUT:

FLIPGRID PERMISSION:

• In Friday's blog, I will introduce a new way for us to communicate. It is called Flipgrid and it will allow us to share video clips of ourselves with each other. So far Adelynn, Aiden, Allison, Ava B., Ava T., Bella, Cameron, Ethin, Freddie, Izzy, Noah B., Shelby, Trinity and Tristan are signed up to participate. If you aren't on the list, ask your parents/guardians to check their email for a message on Flipgrid that I resent today. Your parents/guardians must give you permission before you will be able to use the Flipgrid program.

XTRAMATH:

• I want to send a should out to Aiden! He's been doing XtraMath at home and this week he completed DIVISION 1.5! Way to go Aiden! All students in our class can now practice multiplication facts on the XtraMath site (unless you were given a different challenge by Mr. R.). Information about how to use the site from home was emailed to families on 03/29/20. If your parents/guardians need the access directions resent, ask them to email me.

CHECK OUT THESE COOL LINKS

• NASA - Stem at Home (This is a great way to learn about the United States Space Program! Thanks Trinity!)
• Text-to-Twist (This is a game where you rearrange 6 letters to make as many words as you can! My best score today is 21,000! Thanks Adelynn!)
• Both links can also be found on the LINKS FOR STUDENTS page. If you've found a great website or game/activity online, ask your family to email the link to Mr. Reiprich and you may see it here!

I hope you are enjoying these warm sun-shiny days! Please do your best to stay safe and healthy!

Check out these friends working from their home offices!

Thanks for the pictures Adelynn, Aiden, Ava B., Bella, Ethin, Noah B., and Shelby!

If you haven't seen yourself in a blog post this week, ask your parent or guardian to send a picture to Mr. R.!

Sunday, 04/05/20

Good Day Everyone! Happy Sunday! Sorry I missed posting on Friday!

I hope this finds you healthy and well!

The past week has been a busy one for Mr. Reiprich. I've spent much time in online meetings with Mrs. Burkhart and Miss Davies (see the picture below), as well as 3rd grade teachers from other buildings. We were all working together on the activities you'll be doing during the coming week. The new menu board is now posted on the Distance Learning Activities page. This week's activities are a review of things we've already learned together. Next week (04/13 to 04/17), we will begin to focus on learning new topics!

I'm so thankful to your parents and guardians for sending me pictures of you in your new classrooms! Below you will find a few new photos of your school friends at work. If you haven't seen yourself yet, ask your parent/guardian to send me a photo this week. Keep those photos coming!

I am working on a new way for us to communicate. It is called Flipgrid and it will allow us to share video clips of ourselves with each other. I included information on Flipgrid in an email I sent to parents/guardians today. Your parents/guardians must give you permission before you will be able to use the Flipgrid program.

Time for me to head out on my daily walk. If you are out and about, stay safe!

Wednesday, 04/01/20

Hello Everyone!

Again, I'm hoping this entry finds you healthy and well!

As I write this, I am happy to see the sun trying to peak through the clouds today. I don't know about you, but I sure could use some sunshine! I plan to head outside later to take a long walk!

I've heard from your parents and guardians that many of you have been working to complete activities from the distance learning menu board. I'm proud of you! Keep up the good work!

I'll post again on Friday! Have a great Wednesday and Thursday!

Monday, 03/30/20

Hello Friends!

I hope this entry finds you all well and healthy. I miss seeing you all at school!

I am doing fine.

I've been busy with schoolwork, working with 3rd grade teachers from all of Solanco's elementary schools. Together, we made the distance learning activities for this week. You can get to the activities by using the link at the top of this page.

I've been getting out of my house to get some exercise too. Almost daily, I've been walking 4 to 5 miles. One day last week, I even went for a 20 mile bike ride on the Lancaster-Lebanon Rail Trail. I'm happy to share that my exercising and eating healthier (no sweets) has helped me to get from 222 pounds (Jan. 1st) to 208 pounds (today)! I'm hoping that you are doing your best to stay active and healthy!

I've also been reading! Last week I read 2 mystery novels - a total of 567 pages! I hope you are taking some time to read both fiction and non-fiction books that you enjoy!

I'm going to wrap things up with a few photos! As you work on the activities assigned this week, ask an adult at home to take a picture of you and email it to me. I'll do my best to post photos here!