We all arrived at school at 8:45 and got ready to go. Then we all lined up outside on" the yellow brick road," as Frank calls it. Then we started to head down to the bus stop on Belmont. We boarded bus 75 then we got off at 45th and Harney St. , from there we walked to Erral Heights Park.When we arrived we played a really fun game. We had 2 deer and the rest of us were cougars. The 2 deer stood down at the other side of the park and had there backs to us. We would walk without making a sound and every once in a while they would turn around. If they saw anyone move they wold have to go back to the beginning. It was a really fun game!
After the game we were put into groups and we had a half-hour to explore in those groups. We had a really fun time going through the swamps. We made maps designed on white boards then we copied them into our Field Study Books.We meet back and started to head back to school the same way we got there.
Once we got to Belmont we walked back to school more like ran. Daniel said"that if we got back to school at 12:37 he would get a mohawk." We ran all the way back to school it was so funny I was laughing so hard my sides hurt. It turned out that we did beat Daniel's time and with 5 seconds to spare. He actually has a mohawk! HA HA! The trip was a lot of fun really enjoyed it.
Madeleine
Wednesday, November 19, 2008
Monday, November 17, 2008
Read and Write Around
You and your friends decide to spend the day at the park and, when you get there...
it starts raining. You and your friends run for the nearest tree and take shelter. Your friends wonder how this sunny day turned out to be a rainy day. It stops raining and the sun comes out and makes a rainbow, you and your friend lay out a blanket so you wouldn't get all wet. You brought your camera and took a few photos when all of a sudden you notice a strange little path you hadn't seen before. You start walking and when your friends see you they run to catch up. " What are you doing they ask?" " I noticed this strange little path and thought I'd see where it leads." " You'd better not get lost!" they said. "Besides," they said "you have our lives in your hands." " Hey you guys, hate to break the news, but I think that we really are lost!" The girls had been so into their conversation they didn't realize they had wondered off the trail.
Madeleine
it starts raining. You and your friends run for the nearest tree and take shelter. Your friends wonder how this sunny day turned out to be a rainy day. It stops raining and the sun comes out and makes a rainbow, you and your friend lay out a blanket so you wouldn't get all wet. You brought your camera and took a few photos when all of a sudden you notice a strange little path you hadn't seen before. You start walking and when your friends see you they run to catch up. " What are you doing they ask?" " I noticed this strange little path and thought I'd see where it leads." " You'd better not get lost!" they said. "Besides," they said "you have our lives in your hands." " Hey you guys, hate to break the news, but I think that we really are lost!" The girls had been so into their conversation they didn't realize they had wondered off the trail.
Madeleine
Thursday, November 6, 2008
Oregon Food Bank
The whole class sat down and faced Jeff, the person who was instructing us. He asked what we knew about the
The boxes piled higher and higher. It felt good to know that we were doing some good by helping feeding people who don't get enough food. The class looked happy; we were walking fast across the room to get drinks of water. Our hands moved fast as we worked hard. The room was filled with laughter and the high pitched sound of tape being ripped.
Jeff turned out the lights to get our attention. We had a tour around the building, we went to the freezer where everyone was screaming at how cold it was, and then we went to the fridge where everyone was yelling about the stink of the bananas and other rotten fruit.
We went out to the garden and looked at the chickens and then ate lunch and went back to school…
Wednesday, November 5, 2008
Marquam park field study
On our trip to Marquam park was accompanied by Dave and Michael.
We took the Trimet bus to downtown, there we made a transfer for another bus. We all fit perfectly into this bus, unlike the first bus we were stuffed inside there. People sitting down would have some one's backpack in their face. Anyway, the second bus drove us to the Marquam park water tower. We set down our bags, and went on a search for rocks with holes in them, ones without or any other rock we thought was interesting. We shared our rocks, then walked up to Marquam park. Frank told us to make something creative with the things we found in nature like leaves, sticks, rocks, etc. The leaves were all the colors of the rainbow, (except blues and purples) and everything was wet from the rain. We all took the time to go around and look at every one's creations.
When everyone was done, we split into our walking groups(each group had ether three or four people.) for a hike. Group one went first, they would have note cards and write down each native plant they saw. Here's a list of what was out there.
Douglas fir
English ivy
Big leaf maple
Vanilla leaf
Oregon grape
Holly
Maiden hair fern
Sword fern
Duck foot
*A helpful fact is the difference between Holly and Oregon grape (since a lot of people get them mixed up) is the Oregon grape leaves are flatter and have smaller spikes. The holly spikes stick up and down and are bigger.*
It was really amazing to be on the trail. It was quiet, and a very lush green. Only about twice did we come across a little creek. The trail was along the edge of a slope. You could barely see down the slope, there were too many plants and trees. We didn't see any wildlife except slugs, tons of slugs. The end of the trail lead back to where we ate, we sadly had to leave. We took all our bags and trash and walked down to the bus stop. We waited at least five minutes for the bus. Back downtown we got off the bus early because there was someone in a wheelchair, and there wasn't enough room for everyone. We walked to another bus stop not too far away. We got on the bus, after that we didn't have any more detours. We arrived at school shortly.
Post by,
Isabel :)
We took the Trimet bus to downtown, there we made a transfer for another bus. We all fit perfectly into this bus, unlike the first bus we were stuffed inside there. People sitting down would have some one's backpack in their face. Anyway, the second bus drove us to the Marquam park water tower. We set down our bags, and went on a search for rocks with holes in them, ones without or any other rock we thought was interesting. We shared our rocks, then walked up to Marquam park. Frank told us to make something creative with the things we found in nature like leaves, sticks, rocks, etc. The leaves were all the colors of the rainbow, (except blues and purples) and everything was wet from the rain. We all took the time to go around and look at every one's creations.
When everyone was done, we split into our walking groups(each group had ether three or four people.) for a hike. Group one went first, they would have note cards and write down each native plant they saw. Here's a list of what was out there.
Douglas fir
English ivy
Big leaf maple
Vanilla leaf
Oregon grape
Holly
Maiden hair fern
Sword fern
Duck foot
*A helpful fact is the difference between Holly and Oregon grape (since a lot of people get them mixed up) is the Oregon grape leaves are flatter and have smaller spikes. The holly spikes stick up and down and are bigger.*
It was really amazing to be on the trail. It was quiet, and a very lush green. Only about twice did we come across a little creek. The trail was along the edge of a slope. You could barely see down the slope, there were too many plants and trees. We didn't see any wildlife except slugs, tons of slugs. The end of the trail lead back to where we ate, we sadly had to leave. We took all our bags and trash and walked down to the bus stop. We waited at least five minutes for the bus. Back downtown we got off the bus early because there was someone in a wheelchair, and there wasn't enough room for everyone. We walked to another bus stop not too far away. We got on the bus, after that we didn't have any more detours. We arrived at school shortly.
Post by,
Isabel :)
Friday, October 17, 2008
Wreath and Poinsettia Sale
This sale has been completed. Thanks to those who participated.
Hello 4-8 grade Students, Parents and Teachers!
The Wreath and Poinsettia Sale has begun! Flyers were send home last week and this is a wonderful opportunity for students to earn money to "BANK" toward their end of year - overnight trips.
REMEMBER!!
* Students can bank up to the full amount of their trip.
* Middle School: Any revenue beyond what is needed for their trip can be banked for the following year.
Bankable Amount Per Item:
Small Poinsettia (any color) = You Earn $4
Med Poinsettia (any color) = You Earn $8
Large Poinsettia (any color) = You Earn $10
Mixed Wreath = You Earn $8
Deluxe Wreath = You Earn $10
Garland = You Earn $11
Albert Spruce Tree= You Earn $9
*Gift Shippers: Mixed and Deluxe Wreaths = You Earn $7
As you can see, this is a wonderful opportunity for your child to raise money this year. Flyers are available in the office, and on the bulletin board in the SES hallway. Payment via PayPal will be available on the Sunnyside Website, www.sesptsa.com, for your convenience (COMING SOON). Encourage friends, family members, business owners, and co-workers to participate.
I am also requesting volunteer support for the sale/pick-up day on December 2.
Please email me with any questions you may have, or if you are able to volunteer.
Thank you!
Petria Black
Fundraising Coordinator
petria.b@live.com
*Don't forget to recycle your tree or wreath at the Tree recycling event at SES on January 3, 2009!
Hello 4-8 grade Students, Parents and Teachers!
The Wreath and Poinsettia Sale has begun! Flyers were send home last week and this is a wonderful opportunity for students to earn money to "BANK" toward their end of year - overnight trips.
REMEMBER!!
* Students can bank up to the full amount of their trip.
* Middle School: Any revenue beyond what is needed for their trip can be banked for the following year.
Bankable Amount Per Item:
Small Poinsettia (any color) = You Earn $4
Med Poinsettia (any color) = You Earn $8
Large Poinsettia (any color) = You Earn $10
Mixed Wreath = You Earn $8
Deluxe Wreath = You Earn $10
Garland = You Earn $11
Albert Spruce Tree= You Earn $9
*Gift Shippers: Mixed and Deluxe Wreaths = You Earn $7
As you can see, this is a wonderful opportunity for your child to raise money this year. Flyers are available in the office, and on the bulletin board in the SES hallway. Payment via PayPal will be available on the Sunnyside Website, www.sesptsa.com, for your convenience (COMING SOON). Encourage friends, family members, business owners, and co-workers to participate.
I am also requesting volunteer support for the sale/pick-up day on December 2.
Please email me with any questions you may have, or if you are able to volunteer.
Thank you!
Petria Black
Fundraising Coordinator
petria.b@live.com
*Don't forget to recycle your tree or wreath at the Tree recycling event at SES on January 3, 2009!
Tuesday, October 14, 2008
International Opportunity
The Consulate-General of Japan in Portland is pleased to announce its 20th Annual Origami Workshop and hopes that this will be a good opportunity for the public to become more familiar with Origami, the Japanese art of paper folding. Volunteers from the local community will teach participants Origami, including how to fold cranes.
The Origami Workshop will be held on Sunday, December 7, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Mezzanine Level of Two World Trade Center in Portland. ADMISSION is FREE and NO RESERVATIONS are necessary. All origami materials will be provided. Everyone is welcome to participate in the workshop.
The Origami Workshop will be held on Sunday, December 7, from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., at the Mezzanine Level of Two World Trade Center in Portland. ADMISSION is FREE and NO RESERVATIONS are necessary. All origami materials will be provided. Everyone is welcome to participate in the workshop.
Please see a flyer at: http://www.portland.us.emb-japan.go.jp/tips/2008_Origami_Workshop.pdf
For any further information, please contact the Consulate-General of Japan in Portland at (503) 221-1811 ext. 15 or send e-mail to nalipio@cgjpdx.org.
Thursday, October 9, 2008
Volcano Write-Up
Mt St Helens was a successful trip. We were fortunate to have fabulous weather so that we could see the north face of the mountain and the destruction that took place during the 1980 eruption. Since then, we have discussed geologic features, created murals and are in the process of creating the
To do:
1. Describe the trip to Benson. We want him to know what you got out of the trip to Mt St Helens. The summary of the trip in your field study book is a great place to get this information.
2. Reinforce your ideas of why it important to go outside to learn. Use specific examples from how you learned on the trip.
3. Let Benson know what you learned:
a. Describe how
b. Describe how the tree molds in the Trail of Two Forests were formed (illustration with captions)
c. Describe the events that led up to the 1980 Mt St Helens eruption.
d. Describe volcanic hazards (lahar, pyroclastic flow, ash cloud, lava flow)
4. Inform Benson about the Cascadia Subduction Zone. Draw him a diagram that shows the Juan de Fuca plate, the North American Plate, converging plates (the subduction zone), the Oregon/Washington coast line,
5. Write a 4-5 sentence description of the process taking place at the Cascadia Subduction Zone and how it is related to the volcanoes in the Cascades.
Important: Please include color in your illustrations/diagrams.
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