Author Archives: Mrs. Boyd

Time for our Break!

Posted on December 14, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

During our long break from school please remember to make time for books.  Each of us have different traditions and things we do this time of year, consider books too! Thank you to all of the families and students that … Continue reading →

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A Christmas Carol

Posted on December 8, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

We had the fantastic opportunity to enjoy A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens come to life.  The Greeley Stampede Theater Troupe presented a wonderful musical version of this holiday classic.  All of the students really enjoyed the performance.  At the … Continue reading →

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Partner Poetry

Posted on November 30, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

We have recently started reading poetry with a partner on Friday.  This new activity is a part of building oral expression and fluency as readers.  After partners have gone through the poem a few times, they are able to discuss … Continue reading →

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Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Posted on November 5, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

The Denver Museum of Nature and Science is running a program offering free admission to all school groups until December 2012.  Our class took advantage of this offer and enjoyed a day at the museum. Most students stopped by the … Continue reading →

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Halloween

Posted on November 2, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

Thank you to all of the parents involved in our Halloween celebration.  Students really enjoyed celebrating together. The parade was also fun!  

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Cookie Day!

Posted on October 22, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

On Friday, students created their own cookies.  Each design was unique and special.  These cookies were then used during a persuasive writing activity. Students learned the format of a business letter and wrote the first draft of a letter to … Continue reading →

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History Guest Speaker

Posted on October 10, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

Last week, we had Betsy Chisolm join us as a History Guest Speaker.  She shared great history and knowledge about Fur Traders and Trappers adventuring to Colorado. Betsy also created an interactive two day experience (Mon. & Fri.) in order … Continue reading →

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Track Meet

Posted on October 3, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

Students enjoyed plenty of great exercise outside today. Each 3rd and 4th grade student in our class competed in the Track Meet. Due to the bright sunshine most of the pictures are not clear.  I was able to recover a … Continue reading →

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Class Elections

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

Our class Election Day was this past Friday.  We had 9 students total campaigning to become our class representative (or class president). All 9 of these 4th grade students gave great speeches, each of them are qualified to represent our … Continue reading →

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Track Meet Rescheduled

Posted on September 26, 2012 by Mrs. Boyd

Due to our rain today, the elementary Track Meet was canceled. Fortunately, it has been rescheduled for next week.  Come volunteer or cheer your child on next week, Wednesday, October 3rd, 10:30-12:30.

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