Week 23: NLSW and Ski Trip!!

  HAPPY NATIONAL LUTHERAN SCHOOLS WEEK!!

From the Class Bloggers: Niko & Jake
This was such a fun week. We are sad that it has to end. We dressed as older and younger people, we wore our pajamas and dressed up for holidays. It was also fun to watch the volley ball game and the pizza eating contest. Also we got all you can eat pancakes.


 Holiday Day and our Collaborative Devotion with Emmanual Lutheran in Catonsville, MD
 

 PANCAKES!!!
 

 CLASS BREAKOUT - the Anti-"LOVE HOMEWORK" Potion

 



BOX TOPS CONTEST!!

Between now and February 22, all box tops collected by your class will be totaled up. The class with the most will win a classroom treat.

Week 22: It's WINTER!

From the class bloggers: Niko & Noah

This week was an exciting week. We had a field trip to the Sheldon Theater. It was one the sound and science of music.
Next week we have open house on Sunday. We also have National Lutheran Schools Week. On...

Monday: You dress as a tourist.

Tuesday: You dress up in your favorite holiday

Wednesday: Pajama day plus free pancakes

Thursday: Circle of life day ( dress up as any age)

Friday: Its SPIRIT DAY!!!

Last but not least we have our Hidden Valley Ski Trip on FriYAY. Make sure to get to school at 7:45a.m. So we can leave at 8:00a.m.  

From Mrs. R - we are excited for a fun week!  We will also participate in a class devotion with a school in Maryland, a PANCAKE BREAKFAST on Wednesday sponsored by PTL, the teacher/8th grade volleyball game on Thursday and an online mission to Peru.  Praise God for the gift of Lutheran schools! 

Acting in Lit

Shopping in G-Math

Calculating unit cost and finding the best buys!

At the Sheldon

Using a deck of cards to learn Improper Fractions and Mixed numbers

Ski Trip Friday -  

Please note, it is looking colder for our Hidden Valley Trip.  Although 2 layers (long sleeve shirt,  sweatshirt) are good under your winter coat, be sure hands, heads, and feet are well covered.  Socks with a blend of wool are much warmer.  Snowpants, ski bibs, or a waterproof layer over leggings/long underwear/sweats etc. are better for legs.   Here are other tips for the cold.

Old Man Winter

Here are some tips on how to beat the old fellow at his own game, while you enjoy the great snow conditions that usually exist when it is cold.  

You head is an escape valve for more than 50% of your body heat. Keep your head and ears covered by a warm cap. Remove metal earrings.

Your face should also be protected. Use lotion to give your face protection from the wind and sun. You’ll be amazed how much warmer and comfortable you’ll feel if your face is protected. In fact, protecting your face can make a big difference in how you feel and how much you enjoy the day. Sunglasses also help protect the face and keep eyes from watering.

Your hands may be better protected by mittens than gloves. Perhaps the most important thing to know is that the rope tow will be very hard on gloves. Consider putting a cheap pair of work gloves over your regular gloves.

Your feet will be warmer with wool socks. Cotton socks will soon be wet from snow and perspiration and not help keep the feet warm. If you can’t wear wool socks, bring a spare pair and switch at lunch time.

Pant legs should be loose enough to fit over the outside of your plastic ski boots. Denim is not a warm material. It gets wet easily and lets the wind through.  Ski bibs, snow pants, or a waterproof/quick drying outer layer are helpful.

Wear as many layers as you can. When you bend over, be sure you don’t come untucked at the waist. Loose clothing assists circulation.  If the day warms up you can always remove a layer or two for comfort. Bring a light outer jacket or coat that you can wear all day. Your rope tow pass will be attached to it. Snowmobile suits generally don’t work well for skiing.

See Hidden Valley’s website for more beginner tips!

http://www.hiddenvalleyski.com/

Week 21: Donuts for Dads

From the class blogger: Noah and Gideon


On Monday and we got to play in the snow as long as you brought snow boots. On Tuesday we started reading the play Phantom Tollbooth. On Wednesday we had donuts with dads and a cool dads chapel service. on Thursday we had a transition math test, a geography test, and a small science test and snow is running low. On Friday we had the spelling bee- sadly both of are contestants Nathan Quentin got out.  Maiya in eighth grade won the spelling bee. Maiya will represent Zion Lutheran. In art we are learning Pop art.                                                                                            


From Mrs. R:

* Book orders will be placed Saturday after noon if you still wish to order
*  Next week Thursday is our Sheldon Field Trip to see/hear the Science of Music.
*  Watch for permission slips and further information to come home next week for the Ski Trip
*  Did you sign up for 7th grade?  Enrollment opens to the public next week.  Details are on Sycamore.


Class Highlights:

We have been studying Jesus' Sermon on the Mount with small group Bible study and students creating skits to apply Jesus' teachings to our lives today.  It was neat to see the kids taking God's Word to heart and finding ways that we might encourage one another to follow the Spirit of God's Law - showing the loving intentions of our loving Father.

In Second Step, Ms. Bethany Andrews has been guiding our discussions of bullying.  We've looked at physical and social bullying.  We talked about bystanders and strategies of using our assertive skills, looking at other's perspectives, and being empathetic.  We know in this sinful world, we are all guilty of treating someone unkindly.  With God's help we can all find a way to be part of the solution instead of the problem!   How wonderful it is that we can go to one another as brothers and sisters in Christ, help each other recognize a wrong, confess, and FORGIVE as Jesus forgives us!

Enjoying time with Dad

G-Math uses Froot Loops to discover ratios

Analyzing a photo of a bully situation

Discussing positive strategies for peer relationships

Zion Spelling Bee

T-Math uses manipulatives to explore Fractions, Decimals, and Percents

Practicing a challenging memory verse for Tuesday

Week 20: Lots of News!

Thanks to parents for adjusting your schedules for our early dismissal.  We had a busy day, but it was good to get home before the roads got bad.  Hope you can enjoy the snow with your kids this weekend!  Read on to find about lots of upcoming events.



DONUTS FOR DADS - Wednesday
Wednesday Jan. 16 we invite dad, grandpa, or a special guest to come with your child to the church basement to enjoy a donut treat before school/work and let us thank you for being part of our lives.  Come between 7:00 and 7:45 a.m.  If you can, stay for chapel at 8:10.  We'll grab you from the back of church as we go to chapel and you can sit with our class.  

CHAPEL IN THE GYM??

This week was our Faith Family Chapel Activity.  We started in the gym as Zion's Sanctuary is being re-carpeted.  Then we moved to Faith Families for a devotion time.  Kids learned about Bible Journaling.  Bible Journaling is a way to gain a deeper connection to a Bible verse.  The students made a bookmark with a verse and illustration.  We then created butterflies to be used for our All School Cross for National Lutheran School’s Week. What a blessing to be able to gather with different students around God’s Word and have fellowship that builds our community.

LOVE AND LOGIC Tips of the Week - RESPECT

GRANDPARENTS DAY - SAVE THE DATE - Friday, March 8
For Grades 1-8
 
Grandparents’ or Special Friends’ Day is scheduled for Friday, March 8th from 8:00-11:00.  Please plan on having a grandparent or special guest attend.  Your child must have an adult present that day. 
 
8:00 - 8:30     AM      Arrive anytime between 8:00 - 8:30 with your adult.     
8:00 - 9:45 AM          Guests and students stay together and spend time at various activities.  
                                 A map will go home with students and extra maps will be available that day.  
                                 Family units decide where they want to start.   
 
*ZION ASKS YOU STAY TOGETHER AS A FAMILY UNIT FOR PROPER SUPERVISION*
 
9:45 - 10:00 AM         Guests and students travel to church sanctuary
10:00 - 11:00 AM       Closing program and chapel 
11:00 AM                   Dismissal (from the church sanctuary)



COMING JANUARY 27-FEB 1 - National Lutheran Schools Week

During the last week of January, Zion joins Lutheran Schools around the world to celebrate our unique mission.  We have lots of special activities planned, including special dress days.  Start planning now!  (Students who chose not to dress with the day's theme may wear regular standardized dress that day.)

Monday: Tourist Day

Travel back to your favorite destination, enjoy sight-seeing, or wear a favorite shirt you purchased on your trip.

Tuesday: Holiday Day

Dress as your favorite holiday...no matter what time of year it is!

Wednesday: PJ Day

Wear pajamas/sweats

 Thursday: Circle of Life Day

You can be as old (or as young) as you want to be today. Baby? Grandparent? Be any age you want.  

Friday: Class Choice Day DRESS LIKE A SKIER!

This is our HIDDEN VALLEY field trip. Come dressed to go!

Mark Twain Books (grades 4th-6th)
*If you read at least 4 of the 2018-2019 Mark Twain Books you can vote for your favorite on February 28th and enjoy an ice cream treat.
*If you read all 12 books by May 1st you will be entered into a drawing for a $25 Amazon gift card.