The date for Open House has been set for March 1st. I would like us to create a KGJ Important Book. Each student and teacher will write and illustrate a page to hang on the tag strips outside your rooms for Open House. I would also like this to be an Open House with a twist - more of a student led showcase. For instance, I want some 3rd and 5th graders positioned in the cafeteria to talk about the solar system they created, and more things along that line. With Black History Month here, maybe students can provide a Living Museum of African Americans who have made contributions to STEM fields. Those are just some ideas. We can share and nail down what we can do this week. If you are unfamiliar with The Important Book watch the YouTube read aloud below.
Here is a page from the book and example of a student page from another school. Ms. Teeters offered to create a template for the younger kids to do. I would like 3-5 write or type a page without a template.
Here is mine that I will hang up outside my office:
The important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are
different.
We have morning meetings.
Design challenges are everywhere,
and student ambassadors greet visitors.
Our school has a STEM lab where lots of great technology is
happening.
Students at KGJ rock math and science,
Yes, we teach reading.
But the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we
are different.
#ExploretheWHY
For your response this week, I want you to share your page to our Important Book. This will be due by Friday, Feb.9th at 4 p.m. Please make sure you are meeting this expectation.
Week at a glance:
Wednesday - Iteam Meeting with Mrs. Newton over everything you never knew Aware could do for you.
Principal's Meeting @ Crockett from 9-12 p.m.
Thursday - 4:00-5:00 - Garden Meeting with community volunteer - anyone is welcome to join us to lead the charge.
Update webpages - lesson plans due
Campus Testing Coordinator Meeting 8:30-11:30 a.m. @ WMAB
Friday - Strategic Planning 3:45 - 4:45p.m. Anyone is welcome to join.
Blog response is due by 4 p.m.
The important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we have a STEM Lab.
ReplyDeleteWe explore through computer science, engineering, and biomedical science.
Our learning is collaborative, innovative, and inspiring.
We solve real world challenges.
We create.
But the most important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we have a STEM Lab.
I heart STEM Lab!!!
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ
ReplyDeleteIs that we make learning exciting EVERY day!
We bring our best and expect nothing less
of ourselves, each other, and our charges.
Each day is filled to create and explore. To work hard and learn even more!
But the important thing about KGJ is that we make learning exciting EVERY day!
We definitely have the best teachers at KGJ that bring something unique and special to the table. Glad you are on our team.
DeleteThe important thing about Katherine G. Johnson STEM Academy is that we are a family.
ReplyDeleteWe laugh together.
We cry together (usually over a book).
We are committed to excellence.
We encourage each other to do our best.
We value one another as unique and special individuals.
We build character,
But, the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that
we are a family.
Yeah --- We got yours to post this week! I do feel like we are a family here and I am thankful for each of my staff and students.
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ is that we are innovators.
ReplyDeleteOur students don't sit in desks all day.
We color outside of the lines.
We are listeners.
We are thinkers.
We are explorers.
We don't just teach children, we create future leaders.
But the important thing about KGJ is that we are innovators.
I love this so much!
DeleteThe important thing about Katherine G. Johnson STEM Academy is that we are the lead engineers in our mission to nurture our students and enable them to ignite their path for learning, which is an essential aspect in their academic growth. But the important thing about Katherine G. Johnson STEM Academy is that we are the lead engineers.
ReplyDeleteThis is a great idea! Look at the format and write yours to match the format. You're awesome!
DeleteThe important thing about Katherine G. Johnson STEM Academy is that we are the lead engineers.
DeleteWe nurture our students.
We encourage our Rockets to think outside the box.
We support them in igniting their path for future learning.
We help them achieve their academic growth.
We believe in them.
But the important thing about Katherine G. Johnson STEM Academy is that we are the lead engineers.
The important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are the future.
ReplyDeleteWe explore the why to discover what others have yet to imagine.
We take trash and turn it into treasure.
We discover answers to challenges by thinking outside the box.
We are movers, thinkers, innovators.
But the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are the future.
I love this so so much!
DeleteThis is from Gina - I'm not sure why it didn't show on the blog but got it in my email!
ReplyDeleteThe important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is we're forerunners to something brand new in G.I.S.D
We're asking the whys and discovering what others have yet to imagine.
We're excited about the future.
We're committed to excellence.
We've set goals and work diligently to achieve them.
We excel in our strengths and preserve in our weakness.
We're not perfect, but we're dedicated to being awesome everyday.
But the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is we are ready to soar above everyone's wildest expectations!
This is great, Gina - Just remember the 1st line and the last line are identical.
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we're the Rockets and we "rock it"!
ReplyDeleteWe use teamwork everyday...
Motivation and courage too...
Perseverance gets us through.
But the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we're the Rockets and we "rock it"!
Love this!
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ is that we are a team.
ReplyDeleteWe think outside the box.
We are creaTive.
We are effEctive.
We are innovAtive.
We are comMunicative.
We discover the why when others just pass it by.
But the important thing about KGJ is that we are a team.
Yes, we are!
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we have Grit
ReplyDeleteWe cultivate passion in each other and our students
We persevere in the face of discomfort
We are optimistic through the struggles
We make our dreams and goals a reality
But the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we have Grit
You know I LOVE GRIT!
DeleteThe Important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we strive for excellence everyday
ReplyDeleteWe are pioneers
We collaborate with other to explore new ideas
We give 100%, because that's what our students deserve
We believe our students ideas can one day change the world
But the important thing about KJG STEM Academy is that we strive for excellence every single day
This is great!
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we challenge our students daily to think outside the box.
ReplyDeleteWe are innovators
We continue to brighten the minds of our students
We encourage our students to explore new things
We know that our students have the capability to expand their learning capacity
But the important thing about KJG STEM Academy is that we have the heart to teach and inspire our students to be great!
Love this!!!
DeleteThe important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are thinkers.
ReplyDeleteWe encourage problem solving.
We support one another's original ideas.
We push our students outside of their comfort zones.
We motivate our classrooms to be full of independent learners.
But the important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are thinkers.
Love this!!
DeleteFrom Vanessa: Her's didn't post to blog but came to my gmail.
ReplyDeleteThe Important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are thinkers.
We strive to solve real world problems.
We strive to think outside the box.
We strive to do our very best in everything we do.
But the Important thing about KGJ STEM Academy is that we are thinkers.
Love this,VH. Check with Samantha to see why yours isn't posting :( Thank goodness for the gmail back up.
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