It was wonderful to see so many of you last week at Student-led conferences. I hope you enjoyed hearing about all your third grader has been learning and doing this year!
There is a great deal of information to get out to you, so I apologize in advance for the length of this post- and thank you for reading it all!
UPCOMING EVENTS and DATES to REMEMBER:
2/16 President's Day, no school
2/19 Slim Goodbody (play) field trip (THURSDAY) - see below for details
2/26 Money envelopes for Jump Rope For Heart are due to Mr. Weaver
2/27 Sights and Sounds ON CAMPUS field trip (FRIDAY)- see below for details
3/2 Battle of the Books battles begin this week!
3/5 Family Reading Night
3/12 Fort Vancouver field trip (THURSDAY)
Slim Goodbody Field Trip (2/19/15)
Bodyology is a 1 hour theatrical show that explores the inner workings of the human body along with the health practices required to care for it. The National Bodyology Tour is an exciting new Musical Show starring PBS's Slim Goodbody.
The show is:- Standards-Based
- Interactive
- Cross-Curricular
- Multi-Media
- Innovative
- Information-Packed
What are the program objectives?
The main objectives of "Bodyology" include:- Teaching students how their amazing body works
- Encouraging students to make better health choices
- To help students attain competencies related to national education standards
What topics does "Bodyology" cover?
During the show students learn about:- Cells
- The Brain and Nervous System
- The Senses
- The Heart and Circulatory System
- The Lungs and Respiratory System
- The Digestive System
- The Muscular / Skeletal System
- Good Nutrition
- Hygiene
- Fitness
- Obesity Prevention
- Drug and Smoking Prevention
- Self-respect
How is the information presented?
Bodyology relies on five basic program components:- Original Music
- Audience Involvement
- Large-screen projections of astounding and diverse visuals
- Slim's incredible rapport with student audiences
- Relecant, exciting content
Is Bodyology cross-curricular?
In addition to the health sciences, Bodyology weaves together language arts, history, math, physical education and geography.- Story telling
- New vocabulary and word derivations
- Video re-enactments of historic medical discoveries
- Mathematical calculations involving cell division, heart rate, reaction speed, daily food requirements, etc.
- Audience fitness challenges
Is Bodyology standards-based?
We have correlated Bodyology to all state standards and will be happy to provide state specific correlations upon request. The chart below is meant to serve as a general over-view of the standards addressed.
K-4 Standards Correlations:- Health
- Language Arts
- Mathematics
- Science
- Social Studies
- Physical Education
- Arts: Dance
- Arts: Music
- Arts: Theatre
- Arts: Visual Arts
I need 5 adult chaperons for this trip. Please sign up here if you can help with this multi-grade (2nd, 3rd, 4th) trip!
Sights and Sounds On-campus Field Trip
We will we on-campus most of the day, with a short walking trip across the street to visit NW Eye Care Professionals. Students will be rotating through several stations, exploring the eye, light and optics, the ear, hearing, and sound. Students will need to bring a sack lunch, as the lunchroom is not open on Fridays. Regular school hours and uniform .
Family Reading Night/ Dr. Seuss' Birthday
March 5, 2015
6:30 – 8:00
You are invited to join the CHPCS community for a free night of literacy fun! Each classroom teacher will be reading a fabulous book and leading a fun project for families to enjoy. Sign ups will go out soon via email and teacher blog. Based on feedback from last year, we will be trying an electronic sign up option. Families will be able to fill out the form online or in hard copy. Sessions will be filled on a first come, first served basis, so sign up early. Once your form is turned in, either electronically or hard copy, you will receive an email confirming your selections or letting you know the session was full.
This night is NOT just for primary students and middle school students are encouraged to attend. Also new this year, we will be holding a teacher vs student Battle of the Books battle at 7:30. 3rd– 8th grade students may sign up by the gym to be on the student team.
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