Monday we did a science activity where the students learned about centripetal force–a force that causes a body to move in a curved path. The students got to make their own centripetal force device by putting a penny in a balloon and tying/clipping it off, then making a motion with their hands to get the penny rolling. Then we did … Read More
Testing can be stressful. However, our teachers make sure that our scholars are
Testing can be stressful. However, our teachers make sure that our scholars are relaxed and focused at the start of everyday. The morning crew decorated eggs this morning. What a relaxing way to start the day. Source
After making our Gak, we went outside and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Here t
After making our Gak, we went outside and enjoyed the beautiful weather. Here the students are playing 4-square. Source
For Fun Friday, we did an activity called Gak. This lesson was led by a student
For Fun Friday, we did an activity called Gak. This lesson was led by a student, Brianah. We had a lot of students there and it was a bit wild at times, but for Brianah’s first time teaching she did great! We talked about polymers and then the kids got to make their Gak (slime). Brianah had some great helpers, … Read More
K–12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum Scope & Sequence
Interested in teaching about digital citizenship or becoming a digital citizen yourself? Click for a fun and entertaining lessons for all ages.https://www.commonsense.org/education/scope-and-sequence #digcit#UTExtensionAfterschool #EVSAfterschoolTN K–12 Digital Citizenship Curriculum Scope & Sequence Source
How to Cope With Social Media Peer Pressure
Help the youth in your life deal with the pressures of social media use. Explore quick tips for parents and caregivershttps://www.kidcentraltn.com/article/how-to-cope-with-social-media-peer-pressure #UTExtensionAfterschool #UESAfterschoolTN How to Cope With Social Media Peer Pressure Source
Yesterday was Terrific Thursday! We talked about something terrific that has hap
Yesterday was Terrific Thursday! We talked about something terrific that has happened to us recently, and while the students shared they all had smiles on their faces. We talked about how focusing on positive things instead of negative will help us all feel better about ourselves and have better attitudes. Then we went outside and blew Trouble Bubbles–we thought about … Read More
Our kids are AWESOME! We have OVER 50 eggs for the Clinchfield Senior Center a
Our kids are AWESOME! We have OVER 50 eggs for the Clinchfield Senior Center and they are BEAUTIFUL! Source
Digital Citizenship Resources for the Home | Common Sense Media
Technology is always changing and we can barely keep up! In fact, a lot of our interactions are occurring online. An important lesson to teach children and youth is “digital citizenship,” or how to be responsible and respectful online. Are you and your family members “digital citizens?” https://www.commonsensemedia.org/educators/digitalcitizenshipweek/home #digcit #UTExtensionAfterschool #EVSAfterschoolTN Digital Citizenship Resources for the Home | Common Sense … Read More
Today was Terrific Tuesday at Rise! We journaled and discussed about something t
Today was Terrific Tuesday at Rise! We journaled and discussed about something terrific that happened today but the highlight was going outside and blowing “Trouble Bubbles”. What are trouble bubbles you ask? We thought about things that were troubling us and watched them blow away and disappear! Everyone makes mistakes but it’s what you learn from those mistakes that help … Read More