Sparks Learning, Teamwork, and Outdoor Adventures (Session 1, Week 5)
Dear Sparks Families,
Welcome to our fifth week of school! The Sparks had an exciting and action-packed week filled with learning, teamwork, creativity, and plenty of time outdoors.
Monday: Asking for Help and Setting Goals
On Monday, the Sparks:
Started the day with a launch about asking for help.
Set their learning goals and got to work on Core Skills.
Enjoyed outdoor free time in the woods and on the soccer field.
Voted on a few more studio committees.
Wrapped up the day by celebrating a learner’s birthday!
Tuesday: Arctic Animals and Overcoming Our “Monsters”
On Tuesday, the Sparks:
Discussed arctic animals and explored an interesting question: Should we let nature run its course, or intervene when we know an animal might not survive on its own?
Continued working on their Core Skills.
Participated in Writers’ Workshop, where they identified their biggest “monster”—distraction, fear, resistance, or popularity—and wrote three sentences about how to overcome it.
Enjoyed both indoor and outdoor free time.
Wednesday: House Cup and Teamwork
Wednesday was all about learning and working together! The Sparks:
Spent the morning on House Cup activities, starting with Core Skills and then participating in team-building games with their Houses.
Took advantage of the lovely weather with plenty of time outdoors and on the field.
Joined a launch all about vegetables.
Thursday: Persistence and Healthy Eating
On Thursday, the Sparks:
Started the day with a launch about persistence.
Continued working on their Core Skills.
Enjoyed outdoor free time in the woods and on the playground.
Took part in Writers’ Workshop, drawing pictures of their favorite fruits and vegetables and writing about them.
Friday: Staying Motivated and Celebrating Together
To finish the week, the Sparks:
Participated in a launch about staying motivated.
Enjoyed the beautiful weather and spent time outdoors.
Finished working toward their weekly Core Skills goals.
Celebrated with a dance party and team-building games, including Limbo and Statues.
Wrapped up the week with a closing circle and their House Cup activities.
What a wonderful week of learning, growing, and having fun together!
Have a lovely weekend, everyone!
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