Like to Ski?

4th and 5th graders get to ski free this winter.  Check it out!

http://www.goskimichigan.com/michigan-ski-programs/michigan-ski-cold-is-cool

In case you missed it...

Here is the link to listen to Mrs. Haddas talked about our Code Talkers project.  If you are short on time, her interview takes place within the last 15 minutes.

SciFri

Got Talent?

2^nd Annual

A2STEAM Variety Show

Who and When?

On December 18, 2015, A2STEAM students in 2^nd through 7^th grade have the chance to perform in the 2^nd annual variety show.  There will be two performances.  Look for more details about times soon!

All grade levels will attend a variety show! (There will be two) 

How do I sign up?

Each act must audition to participate in the show.   Auditions will take place the week of December 7-11 during lunch recess.

Audition Schedule:

Monday – 4^th-7^th grade during their lunch recess

Wednesday – 2^nd- 7^th grade during their lunch recess

Friday – 2^nd- 7^th grade during their lunch recess

What will the auditions be like?

Each act will fill out a form before their audition.  The acts are expected to be performance ready at the audition.  That means the students should be prepared to do their full act on stage when they audition for Ms. Huckabone and other teachers.  Auditions will take place in the music room.

What do I need to prepare for my audition?

If your act has words (like a song or poem) you must bring a lyric sheet to your audition. 

Your act should be completely performance ready for your audition.  If you need background music or props they need to be present at the audition.  Talk to Ms. Huckabone BEFORE your audition if you need help.

Do I have to be in the Variety show?

No, it is your choice if you would like to prepare an act for the show!

What should I do for my act?

Something you love to do and want to share with the school.  Be creative!

*Do not forget, your act has to be appropriate for school. 

*Each act must be 2 minutes or less. 

I have some questions.

Talk to Ms. Huckabone

The “B” Hive News #11 November 16, 2015

Scholastic Book Fair

Preview Day - Tuesday, December 1 at 2:30

Purchase Day - Thursday,  December 3rd at 8:30

Support our school by purchasing a book or two or ten.  :)  

Students will have an opportunity to preview the books before they bring money to purchase.  

Expo is THIS Wednesday!

4th grade will be presenting from 4:30 to 5:30.  Dress is “business casual.”

We’ve started a new PBL Unit and we’re having a lot of fun.  

Have you checked us out on Twitter?  Our unit is called Energy Collisions and it’s a fantastic exploration into types of energy and problem solving.  Our new driving question is:  How can we create a transportation system that will transfer a passenger safely? The students will get to create a safety restraint system while learning about specific forces.  

Weekly Focus

Reading - Reading and responding to fiction texts (Read aloud The Tiger Rising)

Next book will be The One and Only Ivan

Writing -Revising and reflecting on our Expo presentations

Math - Fraction fun (it really is)

PBL - PLTW Energy Collisions

Word Work - No spelling this week!

We filmed two of our presentations on Friday.  The rest will be filmed this week.

Questions to ask…@ EXPO

What constraint did you team have to work with?

What is the science behind your system?

What was the hardest/easiest thing about working in a team?

What would you do differently next time?

Why does your system work better than other systems?

The B Hive Week 11

The “B” Hive News #11 November 16, 2015

Scholastic Book Fair Preview Day - Tuesday, December 1 at 2:30 Purchase Day - Thursday,  December 3rd at 8:30 Support our school by purchasing a book or two or ten.  :)  Students will have an opportunity to preview the books before they bring money to purchase.	Check out Our Blog!  It will be updated at least once a week.   http://bertelsonsteam.blogspot.com/ Check us out on Twitter!  We’re always sharing our learning!         Follow me @ bertelson2!
Expo is THIS Wednesday! 4th grade will be presenting from 4:30 to 5:30.   Dress is “business casual.”	Thanksgiving Assembly Dress Rehearsal Friday, November 20th at 8:25 Assembly Tuesday, November 24th at 2:00 Don’t worry if you can’t come.  The assembly will be videotaped.
We’ve started a new PBL Unit and we’re having a lot of fun.   Have you checked us out on Twitter?   Our unit is called Energy Collisions and it’s a fantastic exploration into types of energy and problem solving.   Our new driving question is:  How can we create a transportation system that will transfer a passenger safely? The students will get to create a safety restraint system while learning about specific forces.	Weekly Focus Reading - Reading and responding to fiction texts (Read aloud The Tiger Rising) Next book will be The One and Only Ivan Writing -Revising and reflecting on our Expo presentations Math - Fraction fun (it really is) PBL - PLTW Energy Collisions Word Work - No spelling this week! We filmed two of our presentations on Friday.  The rest will be filmed this week.
Questions to ask…@ EXPO What constraint did you team have to work with? What is the science behind your system? What was the hardest/easiest thing about working in a team? What would you do differently next time? Why does your system work better than other systems?	If you have any questions or concerns, never hesitate to email me.  I read often and respond quickly.   Regards, Mrs. Bertelson

Don't Miss Out! Check out our Fall Expo Teaser....

Please vote for our friend Enzo!

One of the 4th graders in Ms. Huntley's class submitted a design for the Manchester Water Tank and was chosen as a finalist out of 600 applicants!​

Vote for Enzo’s design here!!

His entry is #1, the big green tree. We’re very excited for him!

Learn more about it:

From the City of Ann Arbor government page:

The City of Ann Arbor will be painting the Manchester elevated tank near the corner of Washtenaw Avenue and Stadium Boulevard, and the public has an opportunity to select the winning design. Almost 600 entries were received from students and other Ann Arbor residents for the Art in the Sky contest conducted by the city in summer 2015. A panel of judges from the community then narrowed the list to five finalists. And now, the public will make the final selection … The winning artwork entry will be incorporated in the Manchester elevated tank repainting, as the tank’s coating has reached the end of its service life. Online voting, athttps://www.surveymonkey.com/r/ArtintheSky, opens today, Nov. 9, and will remain open through Dec. 15, 2015.