Tuesday, October 25, 2011
Post Fellowship Meeting
Tomorrow, we will be meeting with other Fund For Teachers Fellows to discuss our summer experiences and our classroom plans. We are excited to share what we learned on our journey and how we plan to use it! For those teacher friends who follow our blog, the 2012 FFT Fellowship Application is now available. It is due January 27, 2012. To see if you qualify, visit http://www.fundforteachers.org/apply.php. Individual teachers may request up to $5000, and teams of two or more may request up to $10000.
Sunday, October 2, 2011
Ludwig II and Neuschwanstein Castle
Diana found this great video history of Neuschwanstein. This nicely sums up much of what we learned about Ludwig II and this castle from our guides.
Saturday, October 1, 2011
Reunion with Stephanie!
A digital reunion, that is!
Friday was an exciting day in both classrooms as we both had the opportunity to chat with Stephanie from Germany via Skype and got to introduce her to some of our students.
Stephanie visited with Ms. Bright's 4th hour class first. Stephanie shared with the students about her childhood in Germany, how German schools differ from US schools, and the history behind some German traditions, such as Oktoberfest. In a reflective writing after the call, Robert stated, "One thing I learned about Germany is that there are 16 states there, and Oktoberfest is a celebration for a marriage [of a Bavarian king]." Johnny stated, "I learned that she is just like us." Ms. Bright's favorite part was when Stephanie said reading was very important to her because reading has the power to take you on any journey you choose - what a powerful statement for the students to hear! The students enjoyed the call and hope to visit with Stephanie again soon!
Later that afternoon, Stephanie met the Lords and Ladies of Ms. Blair's Fairytale Kingdom. The 3rd graders learned that there are 20,000 castles in Germany, what schools are like in Germany and France, and about how Stephanie grew up in East Germany. They even learned some German words! Next week, they will do some nonfiction writing related to today's experience.
We both appreciate Stephanie for volunteering her time for this unique learning experience for our students!
Stephanie visited with Ms. Bright's 4th hour class first. Stephanie shared with the students about her childhood in Germany, how German schools differ from US schools, and the history behind some German traditions, such as Oktoberfest. In a reflective writing after the call, Robert stated, "One thing I learned about Germany is that there are 16 states there, and Oktoberfest is a celebration for a marriage [of a Bavarian king]." Johnny stated, "I learned that she is just like us." Ms. Bright's favorite part was when Stephanie said reading was very important to her because reading has the power to take you on any journey you choose - what a powerful statement for the students to hear! The students enjoyed the call and hope to visit with Stephanie again soon!
Later that afternoon, Stephanie met the Lords and Ladies of Ms. Blair's Fairytale Kingdom. The 3rd graders learned that there are 20,000 castles in Germany, what schools are like in Germany and France, and about how Stephanie grew up in East Germany. They even learned some German words! Next week, they will do some nonfiction writing related to today's experience.
We both appreciate Stephanie for volunteering her time for this unique learning experience for our students!
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