Sixth grade science students had to be resilient as they learned about competing organisms in an environment! They learned how some organisms are better suited to gathering resources like food by engaging in a simulation with dry beans.
We developed models of the nervous system in STEAM lab by using musical marble runs--it was a perfect way to engage these young scientists and help them better understand sensory input, processing, and reactions.
This week the Positivity Project (P2) focuses on: LEADERSHIP “The greatest leader is not necessarily the one who does the greatest things. He is the one that gets the people to do the greatest things.” -RONALD REAGAN
After watching a video about robot artist Robin Davis in STEAM, sixth graders collaborated to construct their own free-standing robots with our rigamajig kits.
Mrs. Richardson showing and modeling for our 5th graders the science behind dyeing yarn!
Dear North Families,
Can you believe it is already May? We have a lot of important dates coming up so please pay close attention to The Buzz and Teacher Newsletters over the next few weeks! If you have any questions, please reach out to the North Office.
April Students of the Month! These amazing students have been striving for excellence the entire year! Congratulations!
Fifth graders experimented with reverse engineering today in STEAM. Thank you to everyone who donated old appliances and electronics--we loved using our problem solving skills to discover how these items could be taken apart!
This week the Positivity Project (P2) focuses on: ENTHUSIASM “Each one of us has a fire in our heart for something. It’s our goal in life to find it and keep it lit.” -MARY LOU RETTON
We had many visitors to our room on Friday during Grandparents/VIP day and it was so wonderful to welcome them to our school! Our students truly appreciate the experience and having the chance to showcase our current learning projects.
4th graders are going to miss Ms. Raymond and Ms. Anderson! They have been great student teachers for the last 16 weeks!
Thank you to Matt & Kari Vernon for donating the funds to purchase blanket kits. The 3rd graders enjoyed making the fleece blankets for Gratiot County Hope House. Community service and community partnerships at work supporting great causes.
April 28th is the last day to order your North Elementary yearbook!
Grandparents Day/Special Person Day will be this Friday, April 28th from 1:00-2:30 PM. Grandparents/Special Persons are to report to the North Gymnasium at 1:00 PM. Please do not arrive before 12:50 PM.
5th grade walked to the Courthouse in Ithaca today. We were inspired by all of the workers as we learned what it takes to be a productive citizen in society. Thank you to Gratiot County for allowing us to visit!
North Elementary Invention Convention will be set up in the gymnasium on April 27, 2023 from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for families to come and see all the wonderfully imaginative inventions
4th grade celebrated Earth Day by making a bird feeder, grass people (the grass will grow as hair) and an Earth with ways we can help take care of it!
This week the Positivity Project (P2) focuses on: PURPOSE “Align your personality with your purpose and no one can touch you.” -OPRAH WINFREY
Each month we look forward to the conversations with our "Heroes in the Hive" at North. The students are building positive relationships with our community members and also engaging in opportunities to be our best!
Congratulations to Clare Resiterer for a 1st place and Ashlynn Skeith for a 3rd place finish in the Alma Elks Americanism Essay Contest. Both essays were then sent to the district, where six different Lodges sent their top three entries. While Ashlynn did not place at district, Clare came in first.
Both are invited to the Alma Elks' flag day ceremony after which will be presentations honoring the essay winners.
Ithaca North is proud to honor Clare and Ashlynn for their excellence and citizenship!
