Posts Tagged ‘Education’
Program Update: English with Cilla and Lisa
Sixth Grade In September, 6th graders created a virtual bookshelf. We listed and discussed books we love and, through the process, became a community of readers. Students reminisced about picture books, chapter books, and series books. They had many favorites in common, among them the Warriors series, Wings of Fire, Harry Potter, and the books…
Read MoreIndigenous People’s Day at Explorer West
Monday was a special day at our school as we celebrated Indigenous People’s Day. It’s vital for us to take time to honor and learn about the Indigenous communities we live, work, and learn among. We were fortunate to have Alaina Capoeman and her daughter, Ravena, present at our assembly. Alaina shared some history and personal…
Read MoreProgram Update: Science
7th Grade The seventh graders started the year puzzling over what it means to be alive. They listened to a story about an alien who thought cars were living things, and we explored how cars and other objects exhibit some of the qualities of life but not necessarily all of them. After camping, we started…
Read MoreScience News: Solar Eclipse!
Science News: Get ready for the Saturday, October 14 solar eclipse! Although our October weather is somewhat unpredictable, there is still a real chance we’ll see the partial annular eclipse as the moon passes between the sun and the Earth here in Washington. Things will begin at 8:07 a.m., reach the maximum at 9:20 a.m.,…
Read MoreProgram Update: Notes from the Art Room from Sarah
6th Grade The sixth grade begins the year with an accordion book project. Each page demonstrates a different Element of Art: line, shape, color, value, texture, form, and space. Besides the vocabulary, it’s an opportunity to learn about the many types of 2-D art supplies available in the art room; pencil, pen, markers, paint pens,…
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