Monday, November 23, 2015

Feasting on Food Idioms

IDIOMS can be the most confusing part of any language. Idioms are sayings that have hidden meanings. The expressions don't mean exactly what the words say, like “cool as a cucumber” has nothing to do with food, but refers to a calm person. A number of English idioms revolve around food and names of food items.
During the month of November, students have been feasting on food idioms. 
Students tested their knowledge with our hallway display. They discovered the origins of some food idioms are a piece of cake to figure out; they just had to use their beans. Other idioms were so bizarre students went nutty trying to decipher them. The idiom meanings were written on the napkins. There are so many food idioms, we would be out to lunch if we tried to list them all, but here are a few student samples that are the cream of the crop.  





Students had a great deal of fun with idioms and we're confident no one bit off more than they could chew during this idiom lesson.
During this holiday season, I give thanks for this group of students. They truly are the icing on the cake Their pure energy and smiles make learning  fun.    
Enjoy the holiday break! 

Wednesday, November 18, 2015

Geography Awareness

Every year, GIS Day is celebrated on the Wednesday of Geography Awareness WeekFifth grade students celebrated GIS Day and Geography Awareness Week at Northeast's Lifelong Learning Center. Everyone was intensely engaged. Students wrestled with the content, a raft of skills, and some pretty compelling GPS.  

GIS Day is One Fun Day to
  • Celebrate GIS (geographic information systems)
  • Discover and explore the benefits of GIS 
  • Showcase the uses of GIS

Wednesday, November 11, 2015

Veterans Day

Through special events and acts of remembrance, we recognize the sacrifices our Veterans made.
The National Constitution Center in Philadelphia provides an opportunity for youth to send postcards to express messages of thanks to those who served in the military. This learning activity allows youth to actively remember the sacrifices and achievements of Veterans.

Our postcards will be distrubuted to Veterans through the Center's Thank a Vet Program.






Thank you, Veterans,  for serving!

Monday, November 9, 2015

World Kindness Week



Throughout the week, JOOI Club members are asking NMS students to help in our little corner of the world. 
If everybody gives a little, together we can give a lot!
Donations for the week include:
Monday: spare change to support Mercy Meals
Tuesdaycanned/boxed (non-perishable) food for the Norfolk Food Pantry
Wednesday: school supplies for children in need
Thursday: new or gently-used hats, gloves, and scarves for The Salvation Army
Friday:  bring any of the above donations


Each day a student particpates a colorful "Do Kindness" bracelet will be given. Simply wear the wristband with pride, saying,  "I support world kindness."