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DESTINATION IMAGINATION

Missed the Destination Imagination kick start parent meeting?!?   NO WORRIES!  You can still get matched up with a team!  Please complete the interest form link below so that your child can be matched up other teams and interested families.  

https://forms.gle/kCDz9kY3GrvznMQn7

Thank you,

Kayla Myers 

UP Destination Imagination Rep

[email protected]

4th Grade Explorations

This Friday, the 4th grade Explorations students will be hosting NuMinds for an in house field trip.  During our two hour class, students will participate in the following sessions:


o A demonstration of a variety of robots, which could include motion-control special effects camera systems used in Hollywood, and the latest, upgraded version of NuMi, our exclusive AI robot.

o Work in teams or on their own to build their own monster robots, using a variety of materials, technology, and creative embellishments.

o Animate and program their monster robots using block coding techniques, micro-controllers, servos, processors, and flashy lights.


The visit will be flexible and tailored to appeal to the individual interests and passions of each student. For example, pre-built robots will be made available for students who prefer to focus on coding. Or, students who are more interested in the design aspect of the project will have the opportunity to focus on that.  

We will not be able to accommodate parent visitors with the space we have and all the moving parts, but I will be sure to take plenty of pictures to post on our class instagram account, uptagmyers.  

Attention 2nd grade explorations parents

Please join us for the Curiosity Expedition led by 2nd grade Explorations students in the TAG classroom on May 23rd at 2:15.  Hope to see you all there!

Thank you :)

Thank you all so much for the best teacher appreciation week!  I have lost count of the thank you notes, flowers, and hugs!  I am feeling very loved and appreciated.  You all make me feel appreciated all year long so this is just an extra special week.  Thank you for the most wonderful year!  

Attention 3rd Grade Explorations Parents- TOY PANEL NEEDED

Please let me know if you are available on April 17th to participate in our 3rd grade explorations Toy Panel.

When & Where: April 17th 2pm-3pm TAG Classroom

What & Who: a panel of parents/grandparents/family members taking turns showing their favorite childhood toy/game to 3rd grade Explorations students and answering questions from the group of students about the toy (you can use a picture from the internet, if you do not still own this toy)   

Why: The students ask questions to investigate timeless toys and games of past decades to discover how toys reflect the environment of each decade.   If you still have a childhood game/toy that is now just a part of history, we want to see it! Even after the Toy Panel discussion, students will continue their research of toys from different decades and what impact technology or interests of different generations plays in the toy business.  Later they will use this research to guide their own toy production.

Again, thank you for showing interest in this project.  Please email me at [email protected] if you are able to participate in the 3rd grade Toy Panel on April 17th or have any other questions.  

Thank you, TAG families, for the thoughtful surprise!  You really made my day with this one.  I am one lucky teacher.  

Reminder 3rd grade Explorations parents

The heart fair is open to all third grade TAG explorations families this Wednesday, 2:15, TAG classroom.  See you there!

Reminder* Second grade explorations parents

The invention convention is open to all second grade TAG explorations families this Thursday, 2:15, TAG classroom.  See you there!

FRIDAY 1/11 DEADLINE FOR MATH MENTOR/MENTEE SIGN UP!

FRIDAY DEADLINE FOR SIGN UP FOR THIS SESSION OF MATH MENTORS!!!!  
 
Hello TAG Math parents,
 
I would like to start an after school opportunity to match up TAG math students with each other based on individual needs and skills.  Any given time throughout the year your child can sign up to have an opportunity to receive help as the MENTEE or provide help as the MENTOR in these once a month skill based after school meetings.  If I notice a student needs some extra guidance in the skill area, I may even reach out to you specifically to have your child attend for extra practice.  The first Math Mentors meeting will be held January 15th from 3:15-3:45 in the TAG classroom.  The skill that will be reviewed is number sense (multiplication and division review).  Please talk this over with your TAG math student and sign up!  Please note that if Mentor spots fill up your child may be asked to wait for the next opportunity as I would like a one to one ratio of Mentor/Mentees. 
 
Mentor Form
 
Mentee Form

Thank you and Happy Holidays

Thank you so much for the generous holiday gift!  I am so grateful for all of you and your wonderful children.  Everyday, I feel like the luckiest teacher in the world to come to work with each and every one of my students.  Thank you so much and enjoy your holiday break!
 
Kayla Myers

3rd grade Explorations formal invitation to parents coming home today.

Third Grade Explorations 2018-2019 Presents:

The Heart Fair

When: Wednesday, January 30th 2:15-3:15 pm

Where: TAG room- room 310A

All 3rd Grade Explorations parents are welcome!