Mr. Mills Blog

It is hard to believe that we are at the midterm already. It all happens so fast…

The third grade are continuing to work on their symmetrical aliens. They have been using scraps of construction paper to add some details. The kids have a lot of fun with this project and I’m excited to see the results.

The fourth grade are going to paint a watercolor still-life. They learned about what a still-life is this week, and then setup a still-life on their table so they could draw it. Next week, the fun begins with watercolor.

The fifth grade began the SmartExplorers project this week. Except for some problems with the buses, everything went smoothly. Thye met their docents and will be with the same docents throughout the project. It is pretty daunting to have to eventually speak in front of your family and friends about a piece of artwork at a museum, but they will be more than prepared. In fine arts, we are doing projects that go along with what they are doing in the museum and in the classroom. We are studying line, color, shape, and space. We really want them to know how to use all of these terms correctly.

The sixth grade students began working on tiles inspired by Frank Lloyd Wright stained glass window designs at the Avery Coonley Playhouse. They sketched some ideas first before starting the process of creating their final piece.

Blogging is also heading in the right direction. I’ve been real proud of the students who have taken it upon themselves to make the blog their own. I knew when I began using the blog with the students, I didn’t know where it would lead. So far, they are really creating a space that defines themselves and their classroom.

Also, here is an article from the USA Today about the importance of technology in college students.

Until next time…