Global Horizons: Fifth Grade- Foxworth & Bosch

It’s been a very different kind of day!  We began the morning with a fire drill.  Then all of fifth grade went to the courtyard for a special activity planned by our guidance counselors called the Peacekeepers Fair.  Classes rotated to 7 different stations to hear presentations about conflict resolution, peaceful ways to solve problems, and positive ways to deal with our own emotions when we feel angry.  The presentations were interactive and very helpful. 
In language arts, we are continuing to read Love That Dog by Sharon Creech.  We explored some great poetry websites and students are beginning to write their own poems.  Check out some of these sites: Gigglepoetry, Poetry4Kids, and Shel Silverstein. 
Mrs. Foxworth’s students will have a social studies test tomorrow on World War I.  They have 2 study guide papers and may study online with a Quia Review. Students had 30 minutes of class time today to study for this test.  They also created an Open Mind map this week to organize and study this unit.
This afternoon the related arts teachers sponsored a celebration for those students who did a great job modeling Roadrunner Responsibilities during the 3rd nine weeks in related arts.  The activities included games, dancing, popcorn, slushies, and they were entertained by some special guests.  Check out these lovely ladies! (Click image for larger view.)