A lot of work has been happening in Room 20. Students are settling well and it is as if we have always been together!
Homework is a cause for concern as many students are not completing it. This term was to be a trial. If homework was carried out well then I would reinstate the rewards programme. Thinking about this I have decided that I will start it in Term two. It will mean that each week that homework is completed will see students earn a step towards the final reward. e.g. Week one earns the first step to being able to watch a video chosen by the class. Week two confirms that the students will be able to watch the video. Weeks three and four earns popcorn, and so on until week nine. Students who complete homework for all nine weeks earn the last week of term with no homework.
PE gear needs to be at school every day. Dance/Drama requires PE gear to be worn and other events arise that also require PE gear to be worn. Sincere thanks to those who have been doing this already.
Uniform is usually a high standard with just a few slips. Canvas shoes are NOT to be worn at any time. They are not supportive and they smell in the wet and the heat. Try working in a classroom with them! Maeroa uniform requires sandals or lace-up shoes and socks. Having sustained a serious injury to my foot I realise how good a decent shoe is.
Thinking like a Scientist
The school focus is Thinking like a Scientist. It applies to all that we do as the students are challenged to look past the obvious in what they are doing. Creates some really amazing discussions!
This week will see us take part in the Science Roadshow and then we will be taking part in the school Science Night. I will be asking for volunteers to support our table on that night. This week will also see us carrying out some amazing experiments - watch this site for photos of what we do!
