Todays math lesson was all about making connections between solving strategies, making estimates and checking our work through inverse operations! The #mathtalk that came from student conversations about their peer’s work was incredible White Oak Elementary

After learning about symbols and traditions of Diwali the last few days during an EL flex week, Ss engaged in a writing piece to explain a symbol that represents positivity and light in their life! I love how thoughtful and personal each response was🤩 White Oak Elementary

There is overwhelming research showing homework does little to improve achievement, especially in early years, and can actually have negative effects. Recess however has many positive effects such as improved self regulation of emotions, improved interpersonal skills and focus!

We sat down with literacy expert Timothy Shanahan to talk about how reading unlocks the doors to social & political power, why kids should learn to read like chemists, and what a true, evidence-based approach to #literacy across grade levels will take. edutopia.org/article/to-imp…

Today we explored the concept of a unit fraction with the help of a tasty treat to end the long week!😋 White Oak Elementary

Today we continued our unit on fractions and practiced determining fractions on a number line! Students had to identify each unit fraction and where their classmates were “standing” on the number line😎 White Oak Elementary

Ramadan Mubarak! We hope everyone beginning their observation tonight has a blessed and meaningful month.

Today we continued our EOG prep with another student led project! Groups created posters focused on one ELA standard, explained how to show mastery of it, and tomorrow will create questions for a text that address their standard for their classmates to answer🎉 White Oak Elementary

Another year, another amazing class that I’m lucky to have taught🫶🏼🤩 Happy Last Day of School everyone 🎉🎉 White Oak Elementary

Summer Fun Learning Opportunities: From WCPSS: docs.google.com/document/d/1xK… From Mrs. Overton: drive.google.com/file/d/18BKRKk…

Hi everyone! Another school year is around the corner and I am so excited to be moving to 4th Grade! I am looking forward to all the learning that is ahead! If you would like to donate anything for my class this year, my list is below #clearthelist2023 amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls…

The research is in: Greeting students at the door sets a positive tone and can increase engagement and reduce disruptive behavior. Read more here: edut.to/3QeDm7L

When math teacher Mark Miller looks back at his students’ major academic progress, “I can say with confidence that it has less to do with the way I teach math and more to do with the way I relate to my students.” edut.to/440vREU

Happy Diwali to our families that celebrate! India’s biggest & most important holiday of the year, Diwali is a celebration that brings family & community together through food, prayers, lights to symbolize victory of light over darkness, good over evil & knowledge over ignorance.