Grade 1/2 Explorers

Risk takers, problem solvers and questioners all on an adventure into inquiry in Gr. 1 and 2 (including Ms H & Ms R) Learning as we go

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

@Amirami03155343 Thank you for sharing it with us Wadeema!! The first of many rainbows along your path! Have a bright and colourful summer🌈

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Quote of the day comes courtesy of O, age 6;

"Tommorow I'm gonna turn my life completely upside down and around." #nevertooyoungforafreshstart

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

We continue to use the @unlearn_com posters as part of our day. Sparking amazing conversations, wonders and ideas. There is always more than meets the eye when the 1s and 2s take a look.@ACPSLibraryLC

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Today was a hard day! We said "see you soon" to our leader, mentor and friend @kellytaylor1977 . Kindness, laughter and genuine ❤. In the words of CB 'I'm sure gonna miss that lady.' Aren't we all! Good luck on your new adventures! But keep @Arnott_Charlton close in thought.

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

@ACPSmistry @kellytaylor1977 @ArnottCharlton Phenomenal. 💛

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

@ACPSLibraryLC @Arnott_Charlton @ForestofReading @PDSB_Libraries Have one ready for us on Monday :)

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Just taking in the beauty of today when H explained "in this class we celebrate each other and all our work is amazing because our art comes from our hearts." Kids just ... 💕💕💕

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Being outside surrounded by nature gives you an opportunity to see a whole new side of kids. Imagination flourishes, confidence soars and quiet voices love to hear their own echo 🌲🍂 @Arnott_Charlton

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

We've begun our first "in depth" investigation of fungi 🍄 ever. Passing them everyday on our walks created a buzz. We carefully and safely collected some wild samples and then we got hands and nose on with some edible varieties @Arnott_Charlton #fungirocks

[Tina Zita @tina_zita]

Watch party ready! Excited to rewatch Reflecting on Anti-Bias Education in and Action: The Early Years & chat with the #PeelEYC crew

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

@Arnott_Charlton after lots of amazing discussions around the importance of orange shirt day, we all decided to create an "orange memory garden' hoping to show our respect and acknowledgement. #OrangeShirtDay2021

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Kids never cease to amaze and inspire us. The power of their words and observations is wonderous. Just when we believe we know how capable and compassionate they are... moments like today happen and it just makes your heart smile

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Quote of the day - outside painting with water, talking about ephemeral art and how the sun makes our art disappear before we can finish, WA lets out a sigh,"phew, life is hard!" @Arnott_Charlton

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

As we begin another new and exciting chapter in our learning story we welcome the chance to continue to learn and grow and be challenged in the best ways. Let's see what the year holds!

[Dr. Kimberly Miles @afewthingsworth]

"…if we don’t create school cultures where people feel valued and free to take risks in pursuit of learning and growth, we will miss out on our greatest opportunity to change how students learn." via @katiemartinedu #CultureOfLearningAndInnovation #BecauseOfATeacher 💚 @gcouros

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

@Amirami03155343 Well hello to you too:)

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Moment of the Day - Friday edition - was hearing about all the Eid celebrations from our students. One of the many highlights was having WA showing off and excitedly exclaiming "TA DA!!!!" when showing off her beautiful outfit(s) @Amirami03155343 @Arnott_Charlton

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Years ago we set out on a journey to do better by our students by just trying one thing. #KarenMurray & #MelanieRileyCase just reminded us to never stop trying. Keep trying, keep moving forward. Keep doing better for ALL our students #peeleyc @Arnott_Charlton

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

#karenmurray so powerful. So much to reflect upon and resonating into our mindsets. But her closing remark just hit it home..... JUST TRY. No excuses. Children should no longer be waiting for change. Anti- Racist Leadership in the Early Years #peeleyc

[Grade 1/2 Explorers @gr2adventurers]

Use your gifts to make change @ltldrum The early years is when the work MUST begin. Do the hard work. Have the tough conversations. Those big questions come to you because your students trust in you @SusanStacey8 #peelEYC