CHAMELEONS

Today some of the boys were interested in finding out more information about Chameleons.  We found this really interesting page on the internet.  Check it out:

http://twistedsifter.com/2012/11/ten-things-you-didnt-know-about-chameleons/

ATHLETICS

Today we practised relays, hurdles, and long jump in preparation for our school athletics day at the end of the term.  Next time we will be trying sprints, discus and shotput.

SKIP COUNTING IN 3'S

Here is your challenge:  How fast can you skip count in 3's from 3-99?  Can you skip count backwards in 3's?  Here is a song to help you:

MATHS WITH THE COLLEGE TEACHERS

Today lots of College Teachers came to our school to learn how to test children's maths skills.  We were happy to help them and share all our numeracy knowledge.

SCIENCE WITH MISS NORTON

Today Miss Norton did a cool science experiment with us.  We observed what happened when you put salt on ice.

$641 RAISED FOR THE S.P.C.A.

Today Helen from the Otago S.P.C.A. came to visit us.  Room 9 and Room 11 presented her with a cheque for $641!!!!  She was very impressed with all the money we raised from our Craft & Bake Sale.  The S.P.C.A. are going to put this money towards the new shelter they are building for the cats and dogs.

LEARNING WITH MISS NORTON

For the next three weeks, our College Teacher Miss Norton is teaching us. We will be learning about writing instructions, the Olympics, athletics and lots of other interesting things.  Yesterday, we learnt how to throw a discus.

HELPING OUR LITTLE BUDDIES

Today we helped our little buddies in Room 5 to make daffodils.  It was lots of fun!

UKE JAM

Milly is off to perform in the Uke Jam today.  She is a superstar at playing the ukulele.  Have fun Milly!

OLYMPIAN ANDY NICHOLSON VISITS OUR SCHOOL

On Wednesday speed skater and pro cyclist, Andy Nicholson visited our school.  He talked to us about the Olympic Games and his experience of cycling around the world.   Andy also encouraged us to follow our dreams and try our best.

FANTASTIC POSTERS

The Super Canine group have been working extra hard at reading time over the last few weeks to create amazing posters about Antarctica.  They will be on our classroom wall soon - come and read them!

NORTH ZONE CROSS COUNTRY

Congratulations to Meg, Issy, Tarrah and Alexis who represented our school in the North Zone Cross Country.  Alexis and Issy were super fast and they have qualified for the Otago Champs.  What a great effort!

THE RIO OLYMPIC MASCOTS

Today we looked at the official Rio Olympic Games website and found out more about this year's mascots Vinicius and Tom.  Please click on the link below to find out more:

https://www.rio2016.com/mascots/#!home

TRAILER OF THE RIO OLYMPIC GAMES

Today we watched the following video to learn more about the Olympic Games:

FRACTURED FAIRYTALES

During writing, we have been learning about 'Fairytales'.  Over the last week we have been learning to retell traditional tales.  This week we are looking at 'Fractured Fairytales'.  This is when you change elements of the tale (such as the characters or the setting) but the storyline remains the same.  We wrote a fun story together using the following website.  Feel free to try it for yourself...

http://www.readwritethink.org/files/resources/interactives/fairytales/

ICE SKATING NIGHT

On Friday 19th August, the PTA will be holding an Ice Skating Night at the Dunedin Ice Stadium.  This will run between 5-7pm.  The entry fee is $10 per person.

CLOSED TODAY

George Street Normal School is closed today (Friday 5^th of August 2016)  due to snowy weather conditions.  

Keep warm and safe,

Mrs McCulley

CROSS COUNTRY

It was a lovely sunny day today for the School Cross Country.  Mrs McCulley was very proud of all the children in Room 11 for trying so hard.  Many students in Room 11 placed in the top ten runners of their age group.  Congratulations to the following children:

Alexis - 1st Year 3 Boys
Luca - 4th Year 3 Boys

Archie - 6th Year 4 Boys
Gabe - 7th Year 4 Boys

Lexi - 7th Year 3 Girls
Milly - 9th Year 3 Girls

Meg - 1st Year 4 Girls
Tarrah - 3rd Year 4 Girls
Issy - 4th Year 4 Girls