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FIVE For Friday the 13th 5. Digging It-- Spent a decent chunk of time working with Alison Muka digging through some data and planning some great staff PD. I'm continuously impressed by the staff and resources that TK has in place. 4. Olympic Spirit-- On Tuesday I had the joy of watching Mrs. Shipley and her students with Mrs. Williams participate in a 'field day' with students from McFall and Lee as well. The weather forced it inside, but that didn't put a damper on the excitement and the wonderful job that everyone did! 3. Journey Through The Center of The Earth-- I was able to catch an AWESOME (and tasty) lesson in Mrs. Smith's class. While our 4th grade science classes are busy learning about the changing shape of the earth, the rock cycle, weathering and erosion (See #1) Mrs. Smith found a great way to hit it with a simulated 'fossil' dig through some delicious cupcakes! 2. Can't Stop the Beat-- WOW ...

FIVE HIGHLIGHTS FROM ANOTHER AWESOME WEEK AT PAGE! 5. Avengers Assemble - I had fun being part of this video to promote our upcoming Walk-a-Thon. Washburn and Hammer were hilarious, and the kids of course were priceless. Don’t take my word for it, check it out for yourself: 4. Keep the Good News Coming - The Good News Call of the Day has been a huge hit. I’m so grateful for all of the teacher support for this project. Mrs. Makarewicz, the district’s communication director has been putting them out on Facebook too! What a great way to make the positive so loud no one can hear the negative!  3. Thinking Out Loud - Cool example of collaborative thinking in Mrs. Sikkema’s class.  Students were working on story problems involving a bakery and multiplication. Students tried to construct models to answer the questions, then paired up and explained their model and solution. Great way to allow for gradual release of responsibility, model problem solvi...