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Dix Street Elementary – Fall 2014 Activities We had a fun-filled fall at Dix Street Elementary! The annual Fun Run was October 2nd. This fundraiser has become an exciting event for the students, with High School cheerleaders and other athletes visiting to encourage the students on their run. Otsego’s Mascot, the Bulldog, visited and was a great surprise for the kids!
Paint like an Artist Earlier this year our students had a rather unique opportunity to complete their art project. Mrs. Rachel Helder, our art teacher, had students really get into the shoes of one particular artist– Michelangelo!
Open house was held on October 16th. Again this year, stylists from Perfect Image Salon provided free haircuts. We also offered family access to the Otsego Clothes Closet. One change this year was a hot dog picnic provided by the PTO. Along with the food were lawn games hosted by the Dix Street staff on the lower elementary playground. The building was then opened for classroom visits. A special thanks to the Dix Street staff and PTO for the hard work they put into these two fun events!
Students were asked to create a piece of artwork in a similar way to which Michelangelo would have completed the ceiling of the Sistine Chapel– lying on their backs. Mrs. Helder leads a fantastic art program here at EMCS full of creative and unique student projects! Students were not let down as once again they were presented with an opportunity to create with such a fun, hands-on approach.
Know by Heart...It doesn’t always take your eyes and ears... Earlier this school year students and staff were blessed with the opportunity to worship with students from Jamaica.
Mrs. Wubben, who teaches our choir and band classes, organized a chapel for our students in which they were able to meet and worship with students from a Jamaican school for the deaf. These students come to the United States each year and travel the country praising God through their dances, lifting their hands in praise to the King. This worship experience was such a blessing to our students and a great reminder that worship can take many different forms.
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The St. Stanislaus Catholic School (Dorr) 7th & 8th Grade students recently performed Blind Sight the Musical. Blind Sight is a story about Simon - a man of faith and only his blindness keeps him from realizing his dreams. Simon not only meets Jesus and is healed, but he is called upon to defend his new found faith in Jesus. Simon acts as an inspiration to all Christians. Each year, as part of a long tradition at the school, the students perform a Christian based musical. The students are asked to step out of their comfort zone and perform, which includes singing, in front of a live audience. The students continue to amaze us each year!
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Architects Design Buildings and Homes!
Have you ever wondered why a building looks like it does or who planned the school or home that you’re in? Who makes your building safe and strong? The answer to those questions is Architects! Architects are trained to do all those things! First, the architect and their client discuss what the client wants to build. The architect helps decide if the project would work and if it’s safe for the environment it’s going to be in. Then the architect creates drawings for the client to review. If the ideas work (and they may have to be done more than once), the architect will then make up the final plans. Sometimes they are involved in all stages of the construction of the building or home. The final plans
show what the building will look like and how to build it. The drawings will show the beams that hold the building up, the furn a c e , ventilating systems, air conditioning, electricity, plumbing, windows, doors, fixtures, appliances, elevators and more. Sometimes the architect uses paper and pencil to draw their plans and sometimes they are computer generated. Usually working in their office, there are times that an architect needs to be on building sites to see how the project is going. They work at least a forty hour week but at deadlines, they may have to work nights and weekends. Architects must be licensed before they can practice. What is needed is a degree in architecture. Courses include theory, building design, science and math. After that, there’s an internship. The final phase is to pass all sections of a license exam. Architecture is a career that at times requires new classes to keep skills fresh. To be an architect, you must be able to visualize and communicate visually. You need good people skills, creativity, to be able to speak in public, write and be computer literate.
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Did You Know The Hippopotamus Is Related To The Whale?
• The hippopotamus (Hippopotamus amphibius), from the Greek word hippopotamos, (hippos - meaning “horse” and potamos meaning “river”), is often shortened to “hippo”. It is one of the two species in existence in the family Hippopotamidae - the other species being the Pygmy Hippopotamus. • The hippopotamus is semi aquatic, living in rivers and lakes in sub-Saharan Africa in large groups of up to 40. During the day, they remain cool by staying in the water or mud. They emerge at dusk to graze on grass. While hippos rest near each other in territories in the water, grazing is an alone activity. • Despite their physical resemblance to pigs - whales and porpoises are their closest living relatives. The earliest known hippopotamus fossils belonging to the genus Kenyapotamus in Africa, date to around 16 million years ago. • Hippo childbirth occurs in water and as soon as the infants are born, they must come up for air. • The hippopotamus is known for its barrel-shaped torso, enormous mouth and teeth, hairless body, stubby legs and tremendous size. Only elephants are consistently larger. Despite its stocky shape and short legs, they can easily outrun a human. Hippos have been clocked at 30 miles per hour while running short distances. • Very popular in zoos and portrayed at times as lazy, the hippopotamus is among the most dangerous and aggressive of all animals. Because of their enormous size, hippos are difficult to weigh
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Enjoy Skiing and Snowboarding!
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Ulysses S. Grant 18th President of the United States 1869-1877
Hiram Ulysses Grant was born in Point Pleasant, Ohio on April 27, 1822. He was raised in Georgetown, Ohio on a farm. He was the sun of a tanner and merchant. Grant was schooled locally, then attended the Presbyterian Academy before he was appointed to West Point. When he graduated from West Point in 1843, he was placed in the infantry and was stationed at Jefferson Barracks, Missouri. On August 22, 1848, he married the love of his life, Julia Dent. They had 4 children. He was a devoted father and husband. President Grant loved horses and was probably one of the greatest equestian in U.S. history. He was a fearless rider with phenomenal endurance and speed. He was also an accomplished painter and was known to pay attention to detail. MILITARY CAREER: • 1846-1847 - fought under General Zachary Taylor in the Mexican War. • 1861-1865 - fought in the American Civil War. In 1862, he captured Fort Donelson, Tennessee which was the first major Union victory. • 1863 - named Major General in the U.S. Army. Victories included Vicksburg, Lookout Mountain and Missionary Ridge. • 1865 - accepted the surrender of Confederate General Robert E. Lee at Appomattox, Virginia. • 1867-1868 - served as Secretary of War. • 1869-1877 - President of the United States. He was a Republican. SOME MAJOR EVENTS WHILE IN OFFICE • Reconstruction was one of the largest issues of his presidency. He continued having federal troops occupy the South. His administration fought hard against the states who denied blacks the right to vote. The Fifteenth Amendment was ratified in 1870, which provided that no one could be denied the right to vote based on race. • The Transcontinental Railroad was completed in 1869. • Black Friday Scandal involving James Fisk and Jay Gould (September 24, 1869). These two speculators tried to buy up enough gold to corner the market. They were driving the price of gold up very quickly. When President Grant realized their scheme to corner the market, he authorized the Secretary of the Treasure to sell enough gold into the market to wreck their plans and bring down the price of gold - but many businesses and investors were ruined because of this scheme. • President Grant settled claims against Britain in 1872 for damage done during the Civil War by British-built Confederate warships. • The Panic of 1873 was an economic depression that happened and The American car: few things define an individual better than the car they drive and nothing better defines a movie or TV series than the car the lead character drives. For years people from all walks of life were known by their cars and that recognition spilled over into TV shows and movies in a big way. WHAT WERE SOME OF THE ICONIC CARS OF THE 60’s? • SCOOBY-DOO – 1963 FORD ECONOLINE CUSTOM VAN • GOLDFINGER – 1963 ASTON MARTIN DB5 • THE LOVE BUG – 1962 VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE • THE GREEN HORNET - 1966 CHRYSLER IMPERIAL • BATMAN – 1955 FORD LINCOLN FUTURA CONCEPT CAR
lasted for five years. Many businesses failed and there were large amounts of unemployed persons. • The Whiskey Ring Scandal - 1875. Many distillers and federal agents were keeping money that was being paid as liquor taxes. Grand called for their punishment but protected his own personal secretary. After he retired from the Presidency, he and his wife traveled throughout Europe, Asia and Africa. In 1881, Grant bought a home in New York City. At the advice from his son, he invested money as a silent partner in an investment banking partnership with a man named Ferdinand Ward. Ward swindled Grant and others investors. They lost all their money and were forced to go bankrupt. Ward fled (later jailed) and President Grant lost all his money. Grant had forfeited his military pension when he assumed the office of President. So, he wrote his memoirs in a book for money to help his wife out financially as he had found out he had cancer. He finished his book July 19, 1885 just a few days before he died. His memoirs became a best seller. His body lies in New York City’s Riverside Park beside that of his wife in what is known as Grant’s Tomb.
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Pine Trails Elementary Pine Trails Elementary - "Making Christmas Decorations"
Fourth graders in Mrs. Hilsbos’ art classes have been busy making decorations for the Christmas trees in downtown Allegan. Look for them soon in front of various businesses! Pictured making wreath ornaments are: Hailey Fuller, Ashtyn Jurrians, Aubrie Evans, and Thorton Adamczyk.
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Dawson Elementary Dawson Elementary - "The Spirit of Giving"
Students in Mrs. Norland’s kindergarten class at Dawson Elementary organized a toy drive. Instead of doing a gift exchange in their class this year, students donated gifts for the kids that will be in Bronson Hospital or attending the Bronson Children’s Cancer Center during the holidays. Students from Ms.Tibbitt’s and Mr. Beauregard’s classes donated gifts as well. They found it to be a very rewarding experience while learning the importance of giving instead of receiving.
Pictured from left to right with gifts: Makenna Engel, Genesis Hanse, Nathan Martinez, Kailey Klinkhammer, Kenna McHerron, Levi Creguer, Angel Rivas, Addison Wallace, and Grace Kelley
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West Ward Elementary - "The Domino Effect"
Count the dots…. and you will see the years of experience our staff at West Ward Elementary has! For Halloween this year, staff dressed up as dominoes, each wearing the number of dots to represent their years in education. As you can see, West Ward is lucky to have such an experienced staff—with 36 staffers totaling over 424 years of combined teaching experience!!!!!
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Held on Friday, November 21, the all-school Family Fun Night at North Ward Elementary was a huge success. Stations included: dancing, face painting, a magician, making balloon animals, a cotton candy machine, and lots of other activities for kids and their families! This event was sponsored by the North Ward APT parent organization. Many thanks to all the volunteers who made it possible!
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Here are a few special gifts you can make for the holidays! Snowman Soup
Assemble in a small zipper food storage bag the following ingredients: • 1 individual pack hot chocolate mix • 3 chocolate kisses • 10-15 mini-marshmallows • 1 small candy cane Print the poem below. Cut it out and staple the tag to the top of the Snowman Soup baggie. Another idea you can do is to fit the baggie into a mug to add to this gift. Snowman Soup Was told you’ve been real good this year, always glad to hear it! With freezing weather drawing near, you’ll need to warm the spirit. So here’s a little Snowman Soup, complete with stirring stick. Add hot water, sip it slow, it’s sure to do the trick!
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This is a great gift you can make for the holidays! Get a clear wide mouth canning jar and make sure it’s clean! It must have a lid with a ring around it. Cut a ribbon and tie it directly under the lid when you close it and if you want - tie a gingerbread cookie cutter onto the jar with a ribbon and your message! Ingredients you will need: • 2 cups all-purpose flour • 1 teaspoon baking powder • 1 teaspoon baking soda • 2 cup packed brown sugar • 1 1/2 cups all-purpose flour • 2 teaspoons ground ginger • 1 teaspoon ground cloves • 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon • 1 teaspoon ground allspice
Instructions: Mix 2 cups of the flour with the baking soda and baking powder. Mix the remaining 1/1/2 cups of flour with the spices. In a one quart, wide-mouth canning jar layer the ingredients starting with the flour/baking powder mixture, then the brown sugar and finally the flour and spice mixture. Close the jar tightly. Attach a card to the jar with the following directions: 1. Empty the contents of this jar into a large mixing bowl. Blend together thoroughly. 2. Add 1/2 cup softened butter or margarine, 3/4 cup of molasses and 1 slightly beaten egg. Mix until completely blended. Dough will be very stiff, so you may need to use your clean hands. Cover and refrigerate for one hour. 3. Preheat the oven to 350 degrees. 4. Roll dough to 1/4 inch thickness on a lightly floured surface. Cut into shape with a gingerbread cookie cutter. 5. Place cookies on a lightly greased cookie sheet about 2 inches apart. 6. Bake for 10 to 12 minutes. 7. Decorate as desired.
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Lets Visit Switzerland! Switzerland is multilingual and has four national languages: German, French, Italian and Romansh!
• Switzerland is a landlocked country of 7.5 million people in Western Europe with an area of 15,940 sq mi. • Switzerland is a federal republic consisting of 26 states called cantons. Berne is the seat of the federal government and de facto capital, while the country's economic centers are its two global cities, Geneva and especially Zürich. • Switzerland is bordered by Germany, France, Italy, Austria and Liechtenstein. • Switzerland has a long history of neutrality – it has not been at war since 1815 – and hosts many international organizations, including the Red Cross, the WTO and one of the U.N.'s two European offices. • Switzerland comprises three basic topographical areas: the Swiss Alps, the Swiss plateau or "middleland", and the Jura mountains along the northThe Matterhorn! western border with France. The Alps are a high mountain range running across the central-south of Switzerland’s Most the country. Among the high peaks of the Swiss Alps, the highest of which is the Dufourspitze at 15,203 ft. The most famous mountain is the Matterhorn (4,478 m) in Valais and Pennine Alps bordering Italy. Famous Mountain The highest mountain, the Dufourspitze (4,634 m) or Monte Rosa, is close to the Matterhorn. • The more populous northern part of the country is called the Middle Land. It has greater open and hilly landscapes, partly forested, partly open meadow, usually with grazing herds, or vegetables and fruits growing, but it can still be somewhat mountainous. • Banking, tourism, pharmaceuticals, and chemicals are important industries in Switzerland. The manufacture of precision instruments for engineering is important, as is watch-making, and the biological sciences industries as well, enjoy a high place in the Swiss economy. • Electricity generated in Switzerland is 42% from nuclear and 53% from hydroelectricity with 5% of the electricity generated from conventional power sources (thermal etc.) resulting in a nearly CO2-free electricity-generating network. • Switzerland is heavily active in recycling and anti-littering regulations and is one of the top recyclers in the world with 66% to 96% of the different recyclable materials being recycled.
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