All kids need is a little help,
a little hope,
and someone who believes in them.
--Magic Johnson
Students exhibiting reading accuracy/phonics deficits receive small group instruction, 4 times per week, using the REWARDS program.
During reading, students are learning to take notes by first determing what is important.
WAR:
While learning about the Revolutionary War in classrooms, we decided to investigate what war is like from the perspective of those on the homefront.
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Mrs. Carse, who was a young women during World War II, shares what life was like in Chicago.
What causes some to sacrifice so much for others?
From this book, we learned of the many sacrifices the Revolutionary War soldiers made
Wise advice from a military veteran to Justice Bussell, a 5th grade student.
Thank you for your service!
Military veterans visited our class to share their experiences, as well as the lessons they have learned as a soldier.
(Left to right) Mr. Boyd Beck, Vietnam War; Mr. Ben Sunds, 32 years service; Mr. Doug Simms, 27 years service, and Mr. John Lichtenaur, Vietnam War veteran.
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The Art of the Possible
Our art teacher, helped students to think about how they can merge writing and art. Students discussed the "nuggets of wisdom" they learned from the our veteran interviews. Miss Newman then challenged them to think of how they can convey those messages via art. It was so fascinating to listen to student ideas that involved symbolism, empathy, creativity, and critical thinking.
After analyzing our interview notes, we began to draw conclusions. "What pieces of wisdom can we pull out of our time with veterans?"