In Math we continued our work on third grade number sense concepts. After a pre-assessment to “Show What You Know,” the Temescal mathematicians are working in smaller groups. One group reviewed all the ways to make 10, which we call “Friends to 10,” and played King 10. Two other groups added two-digit and three-digit numbers with and without […]
It was fun spending time with Temescal families surrounded by Redwoods and under a sunny/starry sky. As one parent put it, the class campout was a lovely “antidote to normal life.” Thank you to the parents who organized the event and for everyone who contributed to our feasting. We ended last week with Beach Day and […]
We look forward to seeing you all in the classroom for our final Celebration of Learning on Monday, June 6, from 8:45 until 10:15. The morning will include a potluck so watch for an email on how to sign to bring some end-of-the-year goodies to share. Last Friday, art and science converged as we explored […]
We look forward to seeing you all for the TBS annual K-5 Spring Sing. Call time is 6:40 in the classroom and the performance will begin at 7:00. Temescalians should wear blue! Julianne and Emily been teaching the third grade artists about the technique of painting, pointillism, and they tried it out on card making for Mother’s Day […]
On Step-Up Day, third graders got a glimpse into what it will be like next year, and we enjoyed some time with the current second graders. Temescalians spent a morning in a 4/5 classroom buddied up with a current fourth grader for games and learning activities. These visits are not their classroom assignments for next year. Watch […]
Before we take off for Spring Break, April 11-15, we have a few special events to keep us even busier. All week is the Readathon, which culminates in a day of reading in the classroom on Friday. Students are welcome to wear pajamas and bring a portable stuffed animal or two, as well as a pillow […]
This Thursday night from 6-8 pm is the opening of the 14th Annual Art Show entitled “SPARK* Ideas. Ignite!” There are also gallery hours on Friday (8:30 am-6 pm) and Saturday (10 am-2 pm). Get ready to be inspired and amazed! Big kudos to Julianne and Emily for all of their dedication and guidance of the Temescal […]
The Coyote Hills field trip is happening tomorrow rain or shine, so Temescalians should check the weather that morning and come prepared for it with raincoats, layers, and hats. Don’t forget to pack a lunch, water bottle, and have your child wear comfortable walking shoes for our trek to the Ohlone site. Thank you in […]
Students received their local ecosystem assignment for the 1,000s project and began brainstorming and planning at school. Please remember that they are individual projects, and that family member are welcome to help their Temescalian along the way as they learn more about the bay, grasslands, woodlands, or wetlands in our area. Projects are due to be […]
Our days in Temescal start with a morning message with information on how to start the day. Often the notes are tied in with the curriculum and have interactive data gathering. We also go over the schedule of the day and make announcements before moving into learning by 8:45. Thank you for your efforts to get your child to […]
