Full Moon
Red Ribbon Week
Halloween
Thunderstorm
Portable Evacuation
So ... today was interesting. The class actually did a great job of staying calm and being flexible.
This week's soapbox the inability of students to listen . Not just when I am doing a mini-lesson, (which could be low on the entertainment scale); but also when students are given direct instructions (even in a small group). They say "Yes, Ma'am" very respectfully -- but repeat the same behavior whether it's neglecting to regroup or bothering a friend.
When the class had the opportunity to watch a Magic School Bus today, they talked most of the way through it. They weren't talking about other things, they were responding to the video aloud and repeatedly. "Ralphie's so funny", "Seriously?" "Oh, look at that." and repeating snippets of dialogue. 10 out of 21 speakers blocking out the presentation.
I am asking you to observe what your child does at home. It seems like there's a trend for kids and parents to watch TV separately, and so they're not monitoring their behavior for other viewers. If they have to talk and interact with the TV, chances are they're the ones doing it here at school too. The difficulty is that although that is a fun medium of instruction they are blocking out the intended message. Watch something together!
Official report cards will be in next Thursday's folders (November 5th).
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