Pancakes and Pajamas

We had SO much fun at Pancakes and Pajamas night on Thursday! The kids caught flying pancakes and I had 5 thrown at me! :) Thanks for coming out and supporting our school!

Pancakes are Back!

Please join us for the evening sporting your pajamas for pancake eating, pillowcase decorating, dancing and reading (with the chance to win some of the many books up for raffle)

Location: Cafeteria of Ellen Thompson
Date: Thursday May 26, 2011
Cost: $5.00 per person at the front desk (tickets can be bought prior to the event at the front desk)
$6.00 per person at the door (children under 2 free)

If anyone took any pictures from Saturday's 5K walk please e-mail them to me at kwoolsey@uprep.com so I can share them on the blog.

Last Week's Visit from The Grizz

The Grizz from Oakland University (My alma matter and where I am currently attending Grad School) came to visit our village as Mystery Reader! The kids enjoyed the story I read aloud for him, all about what its like to go to college at Oakland. After we asked The Grizz questions and took pictures together.

After, our class had a special visit with The Grizz! He gave us a Grizz clock to put up in our room and each student received a Grizz bag with paper, tattoos, and a pencil!

A HUGE thank you goes to my sister Emily for helping me set up the Grizz visit. She works at Oakland University in their admissions department.

(In case you're wondering- she's having a girl in July! I'm going to be an Aunt!!!)

Shining Light

Congrats Tylor! He was our shining light this week! He is working hard in school and continuing to do his best!

2nd Grade Interviews

On Friday, some students interviewed 2nd graders to meet their writing exhibition goal. They did a great job of asking their questions and working together to record their answers. I look forward to seeing this goal represented in their exhibition presentation.

Learning With Hands On Activities

In science we are learning about our Earth. This past week we planted seeds in sand, soil, and pebbles. We are waiting to see which one will grow a plant first.

In math we are learning about fractions. We used graham crackers to show different fractions.

Thirds

Fourths

Half

Also- I just wanted to share some good news I received! Over spring break, as part of my continued education, I took the Michigan Early Childhood Certification Test. I just found out yesterday I passed!

Our Trip to Wayne State's Planetatrium

We had tons of fun today! After our walk, we first went inside the planetarium an learned about the stars and planets.

After the planetarium, we were able to see and participate in some cool physics experiments.

Our Moms got in the fun too! Thanks for joining us today!