Today, 5th graders developed the idea that chemical reactions create new materials that have useful and interesting properties. We learned that fireworks, rubber, and Silly Putty were all results of chemical reactions, some by accident! We experimented by combining different substances and watched for chemical reactions that created goo. Each student then created their own batch of green goo to take home!
The fifth graders took part in Water Across Nebraska, a virtual program for 4-6th graders, sponsored by the Nebraska Extension and the Nemaha Natural Resource District. Our greatest natural resource in Nebraska is water. Through this virtual field trip, we learned the importance of environmental stewardship to protect and properly use our natural resources. We watched a demonstration of a water table to see how surface and ground water are connected and played Water Jeopardy.
We also participated in the following hands-on activities:
Water Detective: How much water does your family use in a day?
When the Rain Water Rolls: We saw how materials can run-off into lakes, rivers, and streams when it rains.
Over the Banks: We compared Nebraska rivers at different times of the year to see how the water levels changed and how that affected the land around the river.
Break the Tension: We observed similarities between a water strider and the number of droplets that can fit on the head of a penny.
These kids took on the 1st and kindergarten in reading 100 books before the 100th day of school.
100 “Thank you’s” to the cooks today, for making breakfast and lunch so fun on this 100th day of school!
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Sheridan County CARE Group delivering a STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Mathematics) lesson to our K-5th grade students. Pictured are Jeanie Snyder, Ruby Tiensvold and Bev Wellnitz. Also, pictured is Alberta Olson who volunteers her time almost every day working with our kids.
1. Valentine’s Day will be celebrated Thursday, February 11th. Students are invited to bring Valentine Cards to exchange with their classmates. If students are attaching a treat to their Valentine, please be sure it is store bought candy only at this time (no homemade treats/snacks.) Individual classroom teachers will send out more information on how their classes will celebrate.
2. Recess Attire – This is a reminder that the Elementary requires students to wear a coat if it is below 50 degrees at the time of recess. It has been an unseasonably warm winter but it is oftentimes not yet 50 degrees when classes attend recess in the morning or at lunch time. Thank you for your cooperation!
Our trout eggs arrived Friday! With the Trout in the Classroom program the fifth grade class received approximately 200 eggs that we will hatch and watch grow into fingerlings. We will also learn about their needs, life cycles, anatomy, and ecosystems.
This program is thanks in part to funding by Nebraska Game & Parks, The Nebraska Environmental Trust, Sports Fish Restoration Program, and Trout Unlimited!
First grade is showing off their Christmas spirit with Christmas socks today!
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