Hydroponic Lettuce Sampling

In science we have been learning about what plants need most for growth. Do plants need soil, water, carbon dioxide and sunlight in order to grow? Which could they do without? We analyzed data from several investigations in which there was a control plant and an experimental plant. For example, experimental plant A was not given any soil. Students had to analyze data from a 4 week period and draw conclusions.
Your child will earn extra credit if they can share answers to the above questions. Simply write a short note in your child's assignment book that they shared.
Today, we sampled lettuce from a local hydroponic farm located in Waitsfield, Vermont. Below are pictures of students sampling the lettuce.

Aquariums Complete

Both classes have worked hard to create their aquarium ecosystems. We are learning about consumers, producers and decomposers in the process and how they all interact within the ecosystem. Below are pictures of students completing their aquariums.

Ecosystems Unit

This week we began our ecosystems unit in science. Students built terrariums with crickets and isopods

Building Terrariums

Teams use Chromebooks to take photographs of steps.

Each student gets a turn at being a photographer.

Team work!

Adding seeds

Coming up with a plan

   

Making sure the seeds are covered with soil

Parent-Teacher Confirmation Forms

Parent-Teacher confirmation forms have gone home. Your child also have the day and time written in their assignment books. Please let us know if you have any questions. We look forward to see you March 23rd.

Parent-Teacher Conferences

Parent-Teacher conference forms went out earlier in the week. A copy of the letter can be found below in case yours didn't make it home. Please return your form by February 14th so we can begin scheduling. There is a place to check if you don't feel you do not need a conference at this time.

Conference Letter

Friendship Day

Due to district policy we will not be celebrating Valentine's Day in school. Rather, we will provide time at the end of the day for those who would like to pass out cards. We ask that it is inclusive and all are considered. Due to classroom allergies, please do not include candy or food. Thank you!

Auction Letter

Below is a link to the auction letter your child brought home today. Again, thank you for all of the donations made at our last auction!

Auction Letter