Thanks, Deputy Wayne

On Wednesday, May 24, 2006, fifth grade students were recognized for their completion on the DARE program. For the past 9 weeks, students have been instructed by Deputy Wayne on the dangers of alcohol and drugs. We appreciate his work and dedication to such an important program for our students.

DARE GRADUATION

Hands on Learning--Math and Science

Students use marshmallows and toothpicks to construct 3D geometric shapes. Tyler never knew math could be this fun! Whitney and Nathan concentrate on their figures.

We do break every once in a while for some birthday party fun.

Haden and Jeffrey record their scientific observations in their science journals after an experiment on states of matter and physical/chemical change.

Writing Time!

We all really enjoyed our time off for spring break! Whether we went on a trip or just lazed around the house, a week away from school is a nice thing!

We are now making final preps for the IOWA testing next week.

We are improving our writing and language skills by creating our own biographies. Students have written narratives describing important events in their lives. Editing and publishing skills have been practiced as well as typing skills, while using Word Pad in the computer lab. Each student created his/her own cover for their book. Book pages are illustrated with both drawings and photos of students. We are anxious to bind the work into book form.

Ready for the Benchmark!

Our class has worked hard all year with a goal in mind--learning all we can and then showing our stuff on the Benchmark testing! Since the first day of school, reading comprehension and math problem solving have been part of our daily routine. Last week we anxiously awaited the essay portion of the testing process and finished with great confidence! This week we are brushing up on test taking skills to help us in this home stretch since we will be taking the reading and math portions of the ACTAAP next week. But the year is far from over. During the last 9 weeks of school we will continue to focus on reading skills and problem solving, but we will do so through more hands on, indepth study of the science and social studies. We have a great 9 weeks ahead of us.

Homecoming 2006

Weiner School celebrated homecoming last Friday night, January 20, with festivities and basketball games. The Cardinals were victorious over the Swifton Pirates in all 3 games. Alex shows his Cardinal Spirit by sporting the numbers of the Sr. High boys' team.

Pajama day at Weiner Elementary

On Thursday, Dec. 15, our class participated in a school wide day of literacy. Students were allowed to wear PAJAMAS and spent the day involved in reading and writing activities. A break from our regular routine was much enjoyed by students, yet they were still engaged in learning. Who says school can't be fun?!!

School will resume on January 2, 2006. Enjoy the holidays.

Inside an Owl Pellet

Lacey and Katy are eager to discover exactly what is inside their owl pellet.

Lance has carefully picked his apart and found bones of a vole skeleton. Students assembled the bones onto a diagram of a skeleton.