STEM Week was a great success. We had some awesome projects turned in. We also did some STEM projects throughout the week as a class. The fourth graders had to make a table out of paper, paper clips, and a limited amount of tape. The table had to support a big book for 6 seconds. They did not succeed with the first table they made, but after evaluating it and making some adjustments, the second table held the book for 8 seconds. Then as a class we had to design a catapult with only popsicle sticks and rubber bands. At first they didn’t think it could be done, but after trying it several times and sticking with it, we ended up with some great catapults. They then had the chance to shoot mini marshmallows throughout the room trying to make it into plastic cups. They had a really great time.
Spelling Bee
Tuesday, next week, is our class spelling bee. Everyone in class will participate. The top two students will advance to the school spelling bee. The school Spelling Bee is on Tuesday, February, 25th.
Valentine’s Day
On Friday the 14th we will have our Valentine’s Day activity. They can decorate a box to bring to school if they would like. We will have time to exchange cards. Then we will have a read-a-thon as well. They can being snacks to share during this time like cookies, chips, veggies, and fruit. They can also bring a blanket.
Chili cook-off
Our class tied for First Place in the chili cook-off! We to earned a pizza party that we will be scheduling soon. I am so proud of the children. They all helped make it and did all the work.