Comments for Sixth Grade Teachers

Comment on A Word: Beginner by Alicia

Alicia — Fri, 07 Nov 2008 19:09:54 +0000

I can really relate to what you wrote- it is HARD being a beginner- at anything- so often we forget that. I thnk as adults deep down we know it – that is hard, challening, even scary to start something new, try something different, or to just plain get out of our comfort zone. I wonder how often we really try to do that- especially as educators to remain grounded in the visceral and emotional feelings we all have at the beginning of something and the very different emotions when we reap the great reward from sticking with the process to achieve a desired result.

I have not noticed the poster- I will look for it and remember. Alicia

Comment on Intro to Blogs: Read, Explore, Investigate by Jennifer Ewing

Jennifer Ewing — Thu, 30 Oct 2008 22:01:35 +0000

Hey there, Trinity School 6th grade! My class of 5th graders took up blogging last year, and we used the great writing of your students to inspire us. We loved how they actually WROTE, not just gave a report of the day’s events. I used their posts as examples for my students, but it seems that you’ve deleted last year’s class. Do you all archive former blogs or delete them? I wish I had printed some off last year so that my current class could read them. Oh well, hopefully your class this year will be as talented!

Sincerely,
Jennifer Ewing

Comment on Global Awareness: Making Decisions by Angel Kytle

Angel Kytle — Mon, 29 Sep 2008 13:12:36 +0000

This looks like a wonderfully fun and interesting assignment! Please know that I am thinking of all of you from miles away!

Comment on Trinity Tablets: Nervousness, Enthusiasm, Confidence by Mariam

Mariam — Sat, 27 Sep 2008 01:46:25 +0000

I remember when I first got my tablet. I felt the same anxiety that I’m sure these new sixth graders feel. But as one of the students demonstrated, we get less nervous and more excited overtime. It’s how we learn. Before we get into a pool, we dip our toes in the water to test the temperature. It is always cold, so we gradually ease into the water, at our own pace. Over time, our body temperature adapts, and we feel more comfortable with our surroundings. It’s the same with learning. The same with going into a new grade. The same with becoming the leaders of a school. The same with going to a new school.

*Mariam*

Comment on Trinity Tablets: Nervousness, Enthusiasm, Confidence by M Berry

M Berry — Mon, 25 Aug 2008 01:11:03 +0000

Growth. We could learn a lot from our Sixth Graders. Forge ahead when we are anxious. Gain enthusiasm because of our efforts and willingness to risk. Develop confidence to fuel future new steps.

M. Berry

Comment on Time to Think by M Berry

M Berry — Wed, 30 Jul 2008 15:56:25 +0000

Changing and shifting – it requires thought, flexibility, and wisdom. You are up for the challenge with all the right stuff to make it happen! Can’t wait to see where you lead the students in 2246. How I love that number!

Comment on Warming Up… by Mariam

Mariam — Sat, 26 Jul 2008 03:20:43 +0000

Aw, your dog is so cute, and the mohawk even better! It’s good to read a blog for the first time in a few months. I’ll be looking forward to reading the future blogs this upcoming school year from the new 6th grade students! Hope all the Trinity teachers are having an amazing summer!
*Mariam*

Comment on Warming Up… by Laura Deisley

Laura Deisley — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:34:37 +0000

Yep, WK would know a mohawk…you’ll have to ask him about that sometime…

Looking forward to BLC–

Comment on Warming Up… by Willy

Willy — Fri, 11 Jul 2008 01:00:27 +0000

Yes, that would be a mohawk. Have fun in Boston.

Comment on Trinity’s Adventures in Africa by Hayley

Hayley — Tue, 20 May 2008 06:52:09 +0000

Hi! My name is Hayley. I come from New Zealand. My class is having a competition to see who can get the mosr comments from around the world, so please leave me one! Thanks

P.S. that trip in africa looked like it was a lot of fun!