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Word Games

10/31/2013

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Our class was well overdue for a reward party (In fact, they are close to earning a second one.  This week, we took the time to play some word games.
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Hoggatt Cave:  Chiroptera

10/30/2013

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Continuing lessons about speleology and bats bring us to our final classification project.  Students split pictures of bats into two divisions:  Microchiroptera and Megachiroptera.  Now, it is time for all students to memorize their parts for the upcoming tours of Hoggatt Cave.
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Students Teaching

10/29/2013

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We have begun a new faze in our Math instruction.  From time to time, students will have the opportunity to become the teacher, guiding their classmates - or allowing classmates to guide them - through problems at the SMART Board.  Our hope is to increase their ability to talk in front of people and their ability to accurately communicate a process.
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Music Appreciation:  The Fox

10/28/2013

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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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Top Secret:  Alien Soil

10/27/2013

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On Friday, those in our class, who have not received an office referral in the last month, participated in a special scientific discovery.  A friend of mine from high school in an engineer for NASA in Huntsville, Alabama.  Returning to work following the recent government shutdown, he and his colleagues found there was more than enough work waiting for them.

One such example is the top secret mission to a previously-unknown planet just outside our solar system.  A probe launched 20 or 30 years ago finally reached the planet, but could not land on the strange soil there.  Instead, the rocket hovered and collected a sample of the soil, and "hyperspaced" it back to Earth.

With the volume of backed-up work, NASA needed to make an alternative plan to report on the planet's unusual soil and propose possible new vehicles that might land on the planet's surface.  Quick studies by innocent fourth graders in Joplin, Missouri seemed an appropriate choice.  After all, who would suspect?

NASA wanted to know if this soil was a solid or a liquid, and it turns out it had properties of both states of matter.  Indeed, this was a unique, non-Newtonian substance!  What possible vehicle could land on such without sinking?
Now that you have read of our investigation,
please promise not to reveal this top secret information to anyone,
domestic or international.
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Watch Like a Reader: Keep America Beautiful

10/26/2013

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When we break apart the skills involved in reading comprehension, we are constantly amazed at how many skills there really are.  We use the same skills when we watch TV shows, listen to music, and view advertisements.

They are everywhere:  in magazines, in newspapers, on the radio, at the movie theater, and on television.  It is important that we protect ourselves from marketing "tricks", which are intended to "hook" the viewers/readers/
listeners.  Perhaps the product is cheaply made.  Maybe it isn't as it appears.  Is it worth the price?  Is it something you need?  Let's dive right in to a commercial and hone our reading skills along the way.

Here is a commercial that was quite effective with its public service message.
QUESTION
What are they trying to sell in this commercial?
Who is the Indian in the commercial?
Does the Native American here represent all tribes?
Do Native Americans still use canoes on the river?

PREDICT
People will dispose of their trash more appropriately.
People will begin to get sick from the filthy conditions.


INFER
The man is tearful because of pollution.
Is the commercial implying that Native Americans care for nature, and people of other races do not?
CONNECT
Sometimes my bedroom is as messy as the highway in this advertisement.
I love nature, and I don't like it when people pollute it.


FEEL
I feel angry when people disrespect nature.
The commercial accurately depicts the sorrow that is felt by people who love the outdoors.

EVALUATE
Does this message depict Indians as weak?
Does this message send the message that Indians care more for the environment than other races of people?
For more information about these six reading skills, see Reading Like a Reader.
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Outside the Window

10/25/2013

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The latest news about our community safe room and school gymnasium is that the four walls are up and the roof is on.  From the door of our hallway, we are watching the construction of the rear corridor.  This week, there has been quite a bit of drilling into our outer wall, installation of steel reinforcements, and pouring concrete to form the foundational walls of the corridor that will connect the school's main building with the safe room.
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Pro Musica

10/24/2013

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Our class was fortunate to hear a mini-concert and musical presentation from the Linden String Quartet, on Wednesday.  These talented musicians came to our school from Cleveland, Ohio.  They have performed for events in important venues including the Kennedy Center, and are performing in a free concert at Ozark Christian College, 7pm, Thursday.  Please take the time out to attend this event with your child, and enjoy a classy event with these world-class performers.  They come to Joplin as a result of the work of Pro Musica.
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Hoggatt Cave:  Still Developing

10/23/2013

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We have a long way to go in developing the tour for Hoggatt Cave.  Students were handed their individual parts a week ago, and they are supposed to have been memorizing their lines.
Cave coral is also known as cave popcorn.
The original entry point for Hoggatt Cave is still visible.
The original entry point can be seen from a first-person point of view.
Only a portion of the bat colony in Hoggatt Cave can be seen from the public tour.
Around 1,000 baby bats can occupy a single square foot of the cave's wall.
The latest additions to the cave are pictured above.  Scroll over the pictures for more information, or click to enlarge.
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Alumni Visit

10/22/2013

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A couple of Hoggatteer alumni came through recently to check up on me.  Last week, during parent conferences, I was thrilled to see SAHARA come through.  SAHARA is an eighth grader and is becoming a beautiful young lady.

Then on Monday, CHRIS visited at the end of the day.  CHRIS has been a part of the work force for a couple of years now, and will always hold a special place in this teacher's heart.

A little closer to home, PAIGE is a fifth grader at our school.  Even when she has so much of which to be proud, she remains humble.  Recently she was elected to the position of secretary-treasurer for the Cecil Floyd Student Council.  She is also one of the school's eLeaders, a group of fifth grade students who can assist teachers with minor technology issues.

PAIGE, CHRIS, SAHARA, and others are what make teaching so satisfying.
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Watch Like a Reader:  Alka Seltzer

10/21/2013

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When we break apart the skills involved in reading comprehension, we are constantly amazed at how many skills there really are.  We use the same skills when we watch TV shows, listen to music, and view advertisements.

They are everywhere:  in magazines, in newspapers, on the radio, at the movie theater, and on television.  It is important that we protect ourselves from marketing "tricks", which are intended to "hook" the viewers/readers/
listeners.  Perhaps the product is cheaply made.  Maybe it isn't as it appears.  Is it worth the price?  Is it something you need?  Let's dive right in to a commercial and hone our reading skills along the way.

The commercial below is for a product that relieves indigestion - Alka Seltzer.
QUESTION
What does mama mia mean?
How many meatballs did this man have to eat?
How does Alka Seltzer work to help an upset stomach?


PREDICT
This ad was popular because it is funny.
People would buy the product because they can relate to the pain the man experiences.


INFER
Overeating always causes indigestion.
Spicy food causes indigestion to be worse.
One must drink the dissolved product.
CONNECT
I have experienced an upset stomach from eating too much.
There are many other products that claim to help indigestion.

FEEL
I started to feel sick, watching the man eat so many meatballs.
I feel sorry for this couple, because they have to redo the scene so many times.

EVALUATE
This commercial could be considered stereotypical of Italian people.
This commercial could be made better by...
For more information about these six reading skills, see Reading Like a Reader.
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Keep a-Goin'

10/20/2013

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If you strike a thorn or rose,
    Keep a-goin'!
If it hails or if it snows,
    Keep a-goin'!
'Taint no use to sit an' whine
When the fish ain't on your line;
Bait your hook an' keep a tryin' -
    Keep a-goin'!

When the weather kills your crop,
    Keep a-goin'!
Though 'tis work to reach the top,
    Keep a-goin'!
S'pose you're out o' ev'ry dime,
Gittin' broke ain't any crime;
Tell the world you're feelin' prime -
    Keep a-goin'!
When it looks like all is up,
    Keep a-goin'!
Drain the sweetness from the cup,
    Keep a-goin'!
See the wild birds on the wing,
Hear the bells that sweetly ring,
When you feel like sighin', sing -
    Keep a-goin'!

-Frank L. Stanton
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One Hundred Percent

10/19/2013

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Dear Parents,

If we all work hard, your children will succeed.  Parent, teacher, community, and child must be engaged.  Because of your attendance at this week's parent conferences, our class had 100% of our students represented.  Thank you!  It doesn't take long to realize you want the best for your children.  Keep reading every night with them.  Continue to make them work on their multiplication skills at home.  Have conversations with them about conduct.  Make them do their paper homework when they have it.  And love them with all your heart!

While I have your attention, I must thank you for all the kind words of encouragement you had for me.  It strengthens my heart and makes me want to keep improving in my career as a teacher of people.  When I hear that my students are coming home with vigor and tell you about our studies, I am encouraged.  When I hear that they love me and talk about me (positively), I am warmed.

A wise man said, "Keep trying - it is usually the last key on the ring that opens the lock."  I suppose that describes what we do as parents and teachers.

Sincerely,
Mr. Hoggatt
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Your Support is Appreciated

10/18/2013

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The 2013 Write-a-Check campaign is underway at Cecil Floyd.  Please help support our students by making a donation, which will help fund the Operation: College Bound program.

No door-to-door sales are required with this fund raiser.  The only thing we the PTA asks is that you write a check to the Cecil Floyd PTA (or collect checks from family and friends).  It's that simple:  no overpriced candy bars, stinky candles, or stationery that you don't need.

For every $5 collected from you child, s/he will be entered into a drawing for donated prizes.

Money may be turned in, next week (Monday through Friday), with the drawing taking place on Wednesday, October 30.  Please note:  all money MUST be turned in by Friday.

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Parent Conferences

10/17/2013

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With the first round/day of conferences complete,
we have had 100% parental involvement.
Let's keep up the attendance, parents!
If you did not receive the note, last Friday,
and you do not remember your scheduled time,
please contact the office at Cecil Floyd Elementary (625-5320).

The secretaries have a copy of our schedule
and can answer your questions.

It is important that ALL students are represented at conferences.

The more involvement you take in your child's education,
the more successful s/he will be.
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