Monday, December 10, 2012

Sumdog and Math Journals 1 - 5

Website
http://www.sumdog.com/ar



After completing a game and/or games, complete one of the journal entries about the math reviewed in the game:

I learned that ...
I was surprised that ...
I noticed that ...
I discovered that ...
I was pleased that ...


I recommend that you type your journal entry in Microsoft Word then copy and paste it as a comment to this post.  Be sure to include your first name (only) and teacher at the end of your post. 




Wednesday, November 7, 2012

Ozark Water Project Poster

The EAST Class

Wants Your Poster Design for

the Ozark Water Project



 Create a design on 8 1/2” x 11” page that tells about the Ozark Water Project

 

 

Designs are due by November 16th


                                                                                                                                                    
The Ozark Water Project works to dig wells and set-up water purification systems in Kenya and other developing countries.  The project collects donated shoes (sold for 35 cents per pound)

for export to some of the same developing countries.  These countries receive needed shoes at a low cost.  The money collected is used to provide clean water.  Find out more at http://www.ozarkwaterprojects.org/.


Update: Poster Winners Photoshop Collage

Wednesday, October 31, 2012

Computer Lab Spotlight September - October

We would like to spotlight the following classes for computer lab indicators (tidiness, behavior, and NETS) and special recognition as listed below:
 
K
Baker -requested EAST helpers in advance; class waited patiently during transition
Durham – read books at stations until teacher assisted if needed; conscience of lab appearance upon leaving each time; teacher instructed students on how to close all programs with red X; highly engaged in computer activity which they preview prior to coming to the lab;
Mitchell-model behavior each time; engaged but still maintained quiet environment; students encouraged to locate website by themselves first (students were familiar with website from previous visits)

 
1st
Fleming -returned headsets, chairs pushed up, etc.
Howard - returned headsets, chairs pushed up, etc.
Layton –returned headsets, chairs pushed up, etc.; waiting patiently during class transition
Thacker -returned headsets, chairs pushed up, etc.

2nd
McCollough – Shutting down computers at the end of the day; consistently engaged with quiet environment
Williamson – 1stto AR Test; observed model procedures for getting on computers; consistently engaged with quiet environment

3rd
Cagle-returned headsets, chairs pushed up, etc.
Epperson- returned headsets, chairs pushed up, etc.
Fields –planning 3rd Grade and EAST Collaboration (Community: Amazing Facts About Your City: Little Rock)
Hurtado–planning 3rd Grade and EAST Collaboration (Community:  Amazing Facts About Your City)

4th
Fletcher-Observed NETS: Engaged in Professional Growth and Leadership (with Edline)
Allen-Planning 4th Grade Collaboration (Amazing Facts About the States )
Spradlin- Planning 4th Grade Collaboration (Amazing Facts About the States)

5th
Harris –Steered 5th Grade Native Americans Brochure and EAST Collaboration
Thomas –Required students to write and answer questions related to Native Americans to use as brochure content; 1st to reply with two student names as lab assistants/attendants
Rutherford–Worked to reschedule students missing EAST for another pull out
 
Please Remember To:
(1) Use class/school rules and procedures in that lab as they apply.
(2) Use low and calm voices and only necessary movements.
(3) . . . close all programs, put back headphones, push up chairs, and take all belongings/throw away trash (The last class should shut down all computers).


Recognized previously:
K - Mrs. Woods, 2nd - Mrs. Byrd, 2nd - Mrs. Collins, 3rd - Mrs. Fields, and 4th - Mrs. Vanpatter  

If for some reason we missed spotlighting a notable achievement concerning the lab indicators this period, please send an email to deidre.williams@lrsd.org describing the glow for the class/other.





 

Tuesday, October 30, 2012

Clean Water

Read the description below, then create a KWPSL chart about clean water.
K - What do you KNOW already about the term clean water?
W - After ready the information below, tell what you WANT to know about clean water?
Information: The Ozark Water Project collects old shoes that can still be worn and exports them for 35 cents a pound to help provide clean water to developing countries.
P - Why is this project important? If you are not sure, here is a source you can use to help answer this question.
http://littlerock.todaysthv.com/m/news/community-spirit/lrfd-and-ozark-water-collect-shoes-charity/56797
S - Below are a few more sources about clean water. With the time given, read for and list at least 10 things we should know about clean water  under L-learned.  Last, come back to S and list the sources you actually read.
Ozark Water Project
http://www.ozarkwaterprojects.org/
EAST Projects
http://www.eastinitiative.org/ProjectsSchools/Project.aspx?id=906
http://www.eastinitiative.org/ProjectsSchools/Project.aspx?id=1281
Shoeman Water Project
http://www.shoemanwater.org/
Water Facts
http://water.org/water-crisis/water-facts/water/
L- Tell 10 things everyone should know about clean water.
You may write or type your answers.  The final chart should be typed or copied/pasted as a comment to the Clean Water blog post at www.eastatking.blogspot.com .
Be sure to list your first name only and teacher's name at the end of your answer before submitting your post as a anonymous user.

Wednesday, October 17, 2012

EAST Night Out/Edline Night Held Oct. 16

Students, staff, parents, and community members participated in the Annual EAST Night Out (National Classroom Open House), Oct. 16 held in conjunction with Edline Night.  Highlights of the evening included a concession stand provided by PTA and the usual favorite, Augmented Reality (3D Technology).  Special Thanks to Mrs. Hinson for assisting parents with Edline and Mrs. Buck/PTA for providing the concession stand.

Monday, October 8, 2012

Amazing Facts About My City

 
Third grade classrooms are collaborating with EAST to complete research and later products titled, Amazing Facts About My City.
 
  
1-In which state is your city located?
 
 
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2 -  What is the estimated population of your city?
 
 
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3-  In what year was your city founded/
 
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4-  What is the name of the largest park in your city?
 
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5-  What is the name of the largest body of water to your city?
 
 
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6-8 - What are three landmarks in your city?
 
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9-10 List the name of the Mayor and the name and title of one other city official?
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City of Little Rock http://www.littlerock.org/                                                                                                           
 
 
Extension: Make an audio or videotape of your report about your state. Add pictures and any other media.