McKinley Weekly Update

All kinder through 5th grade classes have now been to their first rotation of ceramics with Ms. Kristina!! Kinder has been working on clownfish inspired by their IB unit focusing on the “balance between living things that impacts survival.” We learned about the symbiotic relationship between clownfish and sea anemones and played with clay before creating our own clownfish! We can’t wait to glaze them next class!

Fifth grade students discussed the different roles and components of the ceramics economy as part of the IB unit “How We Organize Ourselves.” We talked about how artists sell their work and learned about Syd Carpenter, a famous contemporary Black ceramic artist, who creates works based on the idea of being a steward of the land on which you live. Students created bowls inspired by Carpenter’s work, decorating them with elements important to the places they’ve lived.

4th grade students studied pottery of the Kumeyaay and worked on creating similar bowls.

Students playing math games to explore number concepts.

Students playing math games to explore number concepts.

This is a chart a teacher used to elevate conversations in the classroom. The goal is to have students listen and to ask clarifying questions.

Thank you to our Jog-a-thon committee for our amazing Wiggle Walkway. We see students are enjoy the pathway during transitions.

Thank you to Barbara Smith for your art.

Thank you for all those who were able to make it.

Families and students enjoying picnic style lunch on the grass field.

Yes, the Little Tomato was out looking for our next Big Tomato. Confused? Scroll down to learn more.

The Little Tomato serving lunch

The Little Tomato showing with our volunteers.

The Little Tomato with our staff.