Week of October 9-13

Week of October 9-13

** I realized I didn’t upload this post as I was writing my latest blog… oops! **

Exciting week in ELA!  One of our 7^th grade teachers created and successfully executed an Escape Room for her students.  The looks of achievement on the faces of her students was priceless!  Sparked a drive in two other ELA teachers, who want to create a room for their students.  #learningISfun

I witnessed an excellent lesson with technology integration in our 8^th grade GT Science class, as students were using Gizmos.  They had virtual fan cars to explore changes in speed/motion. They were able to vary the tracks – incline, starting point, etc. – followed by challenge questions to reflect on the simulation.

Being the last week of cycle one, I’ve spoken with Rachel, to confirm that what I’d like to do in cycle two is release 7^th grade science, as they are above and beyond in their tech integration.  In their place, I will bring in two math teachers who are on the cusp of integration, and simply need the extra boost/support to get them going.  I will continue working with all of social studies as well as 8^th grade science.