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Super Citizens:  You Shouldn't Hide Incredible

4/30/2014

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The problem for the Incredibles in the Disney/Pixar movie by that name is that they were hiding their talents.  They suppressed their skills and failed to use them to benefit general society.  Is it possible that we do the same?  No, we don't have literal superpowers, but we do have abilities that we hide.

There has been much talk lately about getting students to take risks.  Some do not understand the idea.  Of course, we do not mean for them to take risks like plunging headfirst into a pit of vipers or jumping in front of a speeding truck.

We mean appropriate, positive risks, like approaching unfamiliar math problem and attacking it with the skills they already have.  By taking a risk, we mean allowing others into our minds by sharing a writing.  We mean not being afraid of jumping into an unknown text and finding the clues to comprehension.

Sometimes, when we fail to take risks, we fail to help others, we fail to wonder, and we fail to move forward.  Sometimes, when we fail to stretch our skills, we do not grow to see our dreams come true.  We fail to be incredible.

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Concerning Distinctive Hoggatteers

4/29/2014

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We recently had some experiences that remind me of what sets our classroom apart from others.

First, on our walking trip to Irving Elementary School, our class was distinctly different from the others who accompanied us.  When the "freeze mob" was complete, Hoggatteers swept into the fourth grade classrooms and met with strangers - the students of Irving.  They looked them in the eyes and shook their hands.  They asked them questions and conducted real, comfortable conversations.

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Next, on our field trip to Jefferson City, Hoggatteers stayed to the right side in the halls and in the stairways, yielded to employees at the state capitol, and greeted our guides and speakers with firm handshakes.  One adult in particular - a librarian in the Supreme Court - was astounded to be addressed with smiles and firm handshakes by mere fourth graders.

Finally, last week we had a visitor to our classroom, a teacher doing observations as part of the requirements of her first year as a teacher.  In reflecting on the things she witnessed, I realize more and more that the atmosphere of a classroom is a very important thing.  She saw some things she would not likely witness in another classroom:

  • music being used to combat a lack of focus
  • tracking (constant eye contact with the speaker)
  • respectful responses to other students' answers
  • safe admission of error and a desire for correction
  • student-led support and celebration of success and improvement
  • music and lights to celebrate a completed and successful lesson
  • students who respectfully greeted our visitor with appreciation and handshakes prior to her exit

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I love to see how my students interact with others.  We must continue to make progress in our mannerly conduct and demeanor.  We must never be satisfied with our current state of knowledge and behavior; instead, we will constantly stretch ourselves forward - students, teacher, and parents - to improve in our relationships.

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Music Appreciation:  Firework

4/28/2014

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Students are often called upon to read "chorally".
That is, they read together simultaneously as a group.

Repeating this practice assists young readers with reading fluency -
the speed, accuracy, and inflection of  oral reading.

Why not, since it's called "choral" reading anyway, actually read the chorus of a song? 
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Super Events Still to Come

4/27/2014

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We are far from finished!

Many events still sit on our horizon in the last five weeks of our fourth grade lives:
  • Math MAP test
  • SOAR Assemblies
  • Smarter Balance field test
  • MAP test reward cookout and movie
  • College Bound trip to MSU in Springfield
  • Safe Room ribbon cutting and cookout
  • "Fly Up" to fifth grade
  • Last day of fourth grade (1/2 day)
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Infographic:  Chances of Success

4/26/2014

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Much has been written about the power of positive thinking.  Check out these notable quotes in regards to our attitudes.
Chances of Success
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Capitol View from the Top

4/25/2014

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I had the privilege of going behind the scenes and beyond the capitol dome, when we visited Jefferson City, last week.  Special keys and a guide were needed for this exclusive trek.  In the end, I emerged atop the dome and looked out over the City of Jefferson in all directions.
Unlocking the "Secret" Door
Beyond the Scenes
Behind the Stained Glass in the House Chamber
Glass Ceiling Above the House Chamber
A Maze of Fencing
Door to the Upper Balcony Beneath the Capitol Dome
Cecil Floyd Students (and Others) Below the Dome
The Interior Wall of the Dome
Winch to Lower the 4,500 lb. Chandelier
The Inner "Shell": Reverse Side of the Paintings Inside the Dome
Uppermost Columns
Narrow Path at the Pinnacle of the Capitol Building
Missouri River to the East
Governor's Mansion from Above
Missouri Supreme Court Building
Jefferson City
Missouri River to the West
Jefferson Landing
Inside at the Top
Uppermost Spiral Staircase as Seen from Above
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Around the Capitol

4/24/2014

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A quick and strenuous walk around the capitol, around the block, and up the yellow brick road (Make that red.) reveals more pieces to Missouri's puzzle:  history, beauty, and architecture.  If only we had more time to explore!
COMING SOON:  STILL MORE FROM OUR FIELD TRIP TO THE CITY OF JEFFERSON
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Outside the Capitol (Jefferson City)

4/23/2014

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The Missouri state capitol really is a sight.  The lawns are manicured, the colors are vivid, the skies are robin's-egg blue (at least on the day we were there), and the sidewalks are bustling with people speeding to and fro with business at hand.  Physically speaking, the capitol building itself is adorned with all the accoutrements of stately splendor:  columns, statuary, and relief sculptures, all capped with a regal dome.
COMING SOON:  STILL MORE FROM OUR JEFFERSON CITY EXCURSION
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Missouri Supreme Court

4/22/2014

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Welcome to the Missouri Supreme Court building, where students were given a short tour of the library (housing the laws of all 50 states) and the courtroom.  Seven justices adjudicate from the big chairs.
COMING SOON:  MORE FROM OUR CAPITOL EXCURSION
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Inside the Capitol

4/21/2014

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Excitement came inside with our class.  Students were in awe at the decor of our state capitol, with one of the most valuable art collections in any of the 50 state capitol buildings.  We weren't allowed to snap any photos in the senate or house chambers while our legislative branch was in session, but we were able to see our senators and representatives at work.  Plus, we were introduced on the senate floor.

The whole day was a whirlwind of activity, with the Missouri museum being the last, brief stop before boarding the bus to return home.
COMING SOON:  MORE PHOTOS AND NEWS FROM OUR STATE CAPITOL VISIT
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The Road to Jefferson City

4/20/2014

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The road from Joplin to Jefferson City is a long one.  Starting before sunrise, our bus ride was pleasant and quiet (and so was the return trip).  A four-hour bus ride with 40 kids can often be a trying time for two teachers, but Mr. C and I came back with our sanity.
Our Capable Joplin School Bus
Departing Under Moonlight
Eager to Explore
Naps on the Bus
COMING SOON:  MORE DETAILS FROM OUR VISIT TO THE STATE CAPITOL
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Irving Elementary and the 2011 Tornado

4/19/2014

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No discussion of Irving Elementary School is complete without its history.  Irving was once located in a different location in town, and a hospital (St. John's) was at the current Irving location.  Built in 1907, the original building was destroyed in the 2011 tornado that carved its way across Joplin.  The new building was completed, this winter, and students were moved into it for the second semester.  Displays within the school reflect the proud history of the school.
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Outside the Window

4/18/2014

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With the new floor (part carpet and part tile) and baseboards in place, the entryway to the new gymnasium and community safe room appears to be nearing completion.
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Tour of Irving Elementary

4/17/2014

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Following our freeze mob and greetings, Mrs. Nicodemus treated us to a brief tour of Irving Elementary School.  We were amazed at the modern design of the new school.
COMING SOON:  MORE ABOUT OUR VISIT TO IRVING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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Conversations at Irving Elementary

4/16/2014

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Last Friday, our fourtth graders walked to Irving Elementary School at 32nd and Maiden Lane.  After successfully conducting a freeze mob, we "unfroze" and scattered to greet our unsuspecting hosts.  Hoggatteers went to work, shaking hands with a firm grip, looking Irving students in the eyes, and conducting real conversations with them - not just shaking and leaving.

The excursion to Irving was a reward for good behavior, but this was the real purpose for the visit.  I wanted to see my students effectively interacting, questioning and responding, conducting sustained conversations.
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COMING SOON:  EVEN MORE ABOUT OUR VISIT TO IRVING ELEMENTARY SCHOOL
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