Valentine Party Pics and Fun With Mentos!

February is racing to a close, it seems, and we are doing our best to keep up in fifth grade!  Maybe this snow day helps provide a few extra moments to devote to that science fair project, studying for the science test, reading that awesome book that was just checked out, researching the issue for the research-based argument essay...working on the classroom blog...

We are really excited to welcome an education student from Washington University this semester, who is working in our classroom with us.  Miss Konowitz is joining us about twice a week to learn about elementary classroom teaching, and will be helping us with our upcoming American Revolution unit due to her expertise in history.  Maybe you already met her at our Valentine party?

Speaking of our Valentine party, thank you so much for volunteering your time, snacks, and energy to helping us have a fun Valentine celebration!

This week we are wrapping up our time working with Mrs. Hwande in the science lab.  She has been AMAZING, getting us so excited about our science learning!  What better way to celebrate our time together than with chemical reactions?  Specifically, the Mentos and Diet Coke variety...in slow motion so you can really appreciate the full effect...

Of course, why stop at two pieces of candy in a smallish bottle when you can do more?

Our assessment over our Mixtures and Solutions unit will be tomorrow.  The class is well-prepared and ready to show all their learning, but it wouldn't hurt for them to spend some time reviewing today, paying special attention to the ratios of concentrations.  Make sure you leave yourself plenty of time to enjoy your day off, too!  See you tomorrow!

Coming Attractions...
2/29 - Mix It Up Day
3/4 - PTO Movie Night at 7pm
3/7 - Science Fair Projects Due
3/10 - Field Trip: Walk to Wydown Middle School for the Spring Musical
3/11 - Early Release Day
3/12 - District Science Fair at Clayton High School 9:30-11:30am
3/14-3/17 - Parent Teacher Conferences
3/17 - Early Release Day
3/18-3/27 - Spring Break!