How many seeds are in a pumpkin? Mrs. Rumsey’s Kindergarten class estimated then counted how many seeds were in their pumpkins. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Mrs. Mann's class wrapped up our owl unit by dissecting owl pellets! The students had a lot of fun learning about the different types of owls, their habitats, eating habits, and migration. Then, with the help of science we discovered what the inside of an owl pellet looked like and the possible diet from various owl pellets. Who, Who would of thought Owl Pellets were so interesting? #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
FRIDAY
We are wearing our Halloween costumes to school today to "Scare Away Bad Choices!" Thank you for following along with Roosa Elementary for Red Ribbon Week! Enter the Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest to win an iPad and $1000 for our school at www.redribbon.org/contest #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
THURSDAY
Roosa is wearing tie-dye or yellow today because "We're Too Bright for Drugs!" Enter the Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest to win an iPad and $1000 for our school at www.redribbon.org/contest
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WEDNESDAY
Today we are wearing our glasses to show off this year's Red Ribbon Week Theme - "Drug Free Looks Like Me!" Enter the Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest to win an iPad and $1000 for our school at www.redribbon.org/contest
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TUESDAY
Red Ribbon Week! Today we are wearing our sweats or Green because Roosa students "Don't Sweat It" when it comes to drugs and alcohol! Enter the Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest to win an iPad and $1000 for our school at www.redribbon.org/contest
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It's Red Ribbon Week! We are in our PJs today to show that we will "Live our Dreams!" Enter the Red Ribbon Week Photo Contest to win an iPad and $1000 for our school at www.redribbon.org/contest
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Kindergarten welcomed the season with their 🍁🍂 Fall Festival 🍂🍁 The students enjoyed many activities including pumpkin ring toss and holding rabbits and chickens. When the students heard the Rooster crow they broke out into bursts of excitement! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Be the reason someone smiles on National Make a Difference Day. 4th graders took time to clean out the flower beds in the Roosa Outdoor classroom and made a difference in our school. For more information on National Make a Difference Day visit https://nationaldaycalendar.com/national-make-a-difference-day-fourth-saturday-in-october/ #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
5th grade Language Arts class created interesting stories by using story elements and text structure. Using these tools the students were able to make connections, visualize the story and understand the author's purpose. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Roosa Kindergarteners stopped by the Fire Department to learn about 🔥🚒🧯 Fire Safety.🔥🚒🧯 Students saw a fire truck, fire gear and a tour of how a fire truck can saves lives. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
It’s Bus Safety Week and the CPS Transportation Department is introducing their staff and additional safety service for all of our buses - GPS! This technology has been added to all their buses and is now connected to the Stopfinder App which will allow families to get real-time information concerning the bus their child is on.
Watch here ▶https://youtu.be/j1g9sPCWxmE
Transportation webpage ▶https://www.claremore.k12.ok.us/page/transportation
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Mrs. Devers' 2nd grade class incorporated project-based learning during a Geography Unit. They memorized the names and locations of all the 🌎🌊Continents and Oceans 🌎🌊 and then they showed off their knowledge by creating their own world map! They are dedicated to setting high goals and reaching them! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
P.E. Update: Thank you to everyone that purchased a Fun Fitness shirt or hoodie. Those will be handed out to kiddos at Roosa in the coming weeks.
Fun Fitness Friday has been a huge success! Since the weather has been so beautiful we are hoping this Fun Fitness Friday to be able to run/walk using the outside playground area. Our focus will continue to be on pacing and heart rate. Students please make sure to wear your tennis shoes this Friday, Oct 22. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
WIN groups are off to a great start! Our WIN groups offer each student just "What I Need," and right now some are focusing on building strong character. Mrs. Hendrickson has been talking about self-control with her groups. They took time to discuss how Jenga could fit well with building positive character habits, how important it is to have a good foundation, and just how much self-control it takes to pull a piece out without knocking down their tower! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Mrs. Mann’s 2nd grade class read the story Too Many Pumpkins, then identified and wrote about the problem and solution. They ended the book study with their own pumpkin patch. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Mrs. LaValley’s 2nd grade class worked together to solve math equations and create a circle from puzzle pieces. This activity helped them with their math facts, teamwork, and created high level thinking. They stayed actively engaged in their learning and helped other teams when needed. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
1st grade asked the question, will Pumpkin Jack sink or float? They discussed the hypothesis and created an experiment to prove it to be true or false. The outcome was it floats! Some students asked if they brought the pumpkin outside would the outcome be the same? They brought the pumpkin outside and the hypothesis turned out to be the same and led to some great thoughts about the air inside the pumpkin. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
Miss Bart’s 5th grade Math class had a “Safari Restaurant '' where they added decimals in real life situations. Students were given menus with prices. They had to plan out their meal by adding all items including tax and tip. Then determine how much change they were to receive. The lesson ended with real snacks. #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
P.E. had fun playing 🚢 Sink the Ship 🚢 - Four ships adventure out into the gym with their flotation devices or plastic bowling pins. Cannons are all over the place or students on rolling boards equipped with canons or balls. Now they try to Sink the Ship! Students used hand eye coordination and skill to Sink the Ship or Stay Afloat! #CPSZEBRAPRIDE
