Meriwether Lewis Elementary School Classroom Notes

Happy March! The old saying, “In like a lion…” seems to be holding true. Please remind your child to bring a warm coat to school, as it has been chilly outside during breaks and recess! We have a lot happening this week. (We always do!) In reading, we are paying closer attention as we...
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Thank you so much for all your generous contributions to our Project Second Wind food drive! This class filled boxes and boxes with donated food. Thanks to you for making such a difference for the Oregon Food Bank. Grandparents and Special Friends Day was a huge success! It was wonderful to have so many...
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Goodness gracious, we are so busy in Room 22! Last week we completed our study of Lewis and Clark and took the post-test. Students did well, and although it was one of our shorter units, students have a strong understanding of why the expedition was an important event in our nation’s history. It was...
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Music Notes:This week we have a special visit from the Sellwood Advanced Band. If it is anything like last year we are in for treat. •5th grade music we continue to exploring the blues and the art of the solo.   •4th grade music we are working through connections to traditional American folk songs to...
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On Monday we were presented with a puppet show by Metro. It was all about compost. It was a lot of fun. See if your kiddo can remember what can go into the compost pile and what is a “no-no.” Last week we planted seeds in the classroom. We will begin our month long...
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We did many fun activities last week for our “Communities Near and Far” Unit. Mr. Post used to live in Japan and has family there now, so he shared some of his photos, videos, and experiences. Students learned how to make origami “Oni” (ogres or devils), we hung them around the room, then threw...
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Last week was a very exciting week; we celebrated 100s day and had several grandparents and special friends come in to help celebrate Dr.Seuss’s birthday. We really appreciated everyone who was able to come in, the children had a wondeful time. This week, we will be continuing our March calendar that is focusing on...
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Last week was a very exciting week; we celebrated 100s day and had several grandparents and special friends come in to help celebrate Dr.Seuss’s birthday. We really appreciated everyone who was able to come in, the children had a wondeful time. This week, we will be continuing our March calendar that is focusing on...
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