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What Would You Try if You Could NOT Fail?

5/23/2018

I have been so proud of your efforts over the past few weeks, you are showcasing a growth mindset in class. As a class, you are truly kind, caring, and compassionate. You work hard in class and stay focussed. I have been incredibly proud of the dedication and effort that you put into the robots, the excitement and engagement I’ve seen as you take on difficult math problems, as well as your efforts for your breakout rooms last week! Thanks so much for being so great. As we think about inspiration, iteration and ideas of pushing ourselves forwards let’s continue that idea for your blog post. I want you to think to yourself, what would you try if you could not fail? What would you try that was different, what would you be, how much further could you go if you knew that you couldn’t fail? Is fear of failure or rejection stopping you from accomplishing something you’ve always wanted to do? Shoot for the stars and this week, tell us,

“What would you try if you knew you couldn’t fail?”

Respect!

5/17/2018

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We had a conversation this week about respect and how it’s the most important rule that we follow in our classroom. I want you to take some time to think about what does respect look like in the different places in your life. When you’re with your friends outside, it’s different than when you’re in a classroom or when you’re at home. It’s sometimes really hard to figure out what is expected in all the different places we exist.
For your blog post this week, I want you to think about the two months we have left together, this is it, it’s only seven weeks and then our lives will head in different directions. Can you write down what three things you will do, in class, on a regular basis that will continue to make this class and this year an incredible one? What can I expect from each of you to make our final months amazing, filled with learning, and respectful? What are you going to do to make a difference in a positive way?
Think about it and write a paragraph telling us what we will see from you!

Look UP! Be a Part of the REAL World!

5/10/2018

Watch the above video (please excuse the one curse word but the video was too good not to share, and I’m sure you’re mature enough to deal with it). I found the story that the man told so powerful. I had tears in my eyes at certain parts (especially the parts where they have a new baby). With the story that is told in the video, the poet also offers a very clear message about technology and how “social media” is making us less social. I really liked the idea in this message as I’ve been noticing at home, with Vera and Stella, that even when they watch tv, they both like to pretend they have a cell phone in their hands. As cute as it is, it’s also very scary to me because she’s copying MY behaviour and if this is what I’m showing to her, then I’m missing out on opportunities to be in the moment with her and my family. This video has inspired me to try and put my phone away when I get home from school and only check it 3 times during the night. I hope that this allows me to be more in the moment and not miss out on great opportunities with my family.

After going to the the ReWired conference a few weeks ago and listening to the dangers of multitasking, of not giving our full attention to one thing at a time, I want you to think of how you’re focussing on your events!

For you blog post this week, I’d just like you to post a reflection on the video. What did you think of it? How did it make you feel? What thoughts do you have now that you’ve seen it? Does it inspire you to do anything now that you’ve seen it?
For your writing you can answer, some or all of the questions or add your own ideas. I just think it’s really important that we watch this video and think about it.

Completing Character Stories!

5/3/2018

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For your blog post this week, your task will be to write a final chapter of your character’s story. What happens after their conflict with their classmate and how is it resolved? How does your character’s first week of grade 5 end? This is not to be a 90 page chapter! Please keep it sharp, well written, and of an appropriate length that we can read everyone’s stories :)
As a reminder, in class we learned about conclusions and the different types that we read in stories. Here are the various kinds of conclusions that we covered in class for you to consider for your story:

Surprise
Moral or lesson
A reflection
Funny
Warm & fuzzy
Cliffhanger

Have fun writing this and remember to turn boring words into fancy words! Be creative! I can’t wait to read your endings.

What Would You Try if You Could NOT Fail?

Respect!

Look UP! Be a Part of the REAL World!

Completing Character Stories!

Mr. Steltman's Class

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