Breakout EDU

Gold Medal Worthy Breakout EDU Challenge"Olympic Dreams"
Students from Ms. C.M.'s and Ms. Sitak's grade 3 classes used their collaboration skills, worked together and never gave up! Using their background knowledge both teams worked efficiently without anger or frustration.  They were challenged to use clues, critical thinking, common sense and collaboration to solve puzzles and open a variety of locks on the BreakoutEDU boxes. The theme was "Olympic Dreams" and this competition against the clock sure put these young minds to work!

Technology Essential Questions
Why is exploration an important part of learning?
How can an "escape room" experience motivate students and inspire active participation?How can an "escape room" experience inspire critical thinking, collaboration, communication & creativity?

SPS Podcast

New Episodes Have Dropped!BE SURE TO CHECK OUT THE SPOFFORD POND SCHOOL PODCAST:

 The Great Polar Bearier Riff (link)
 Students in Mrs. O'Brien's and Mrs. Cronin's 4th grade classes have been investigating the regions of the United States and the Native Americans who lived in these areas.  They have been learning various features of the regions that affected the way these first peoples lived.  They have also been investigating the culture and traditions of the Native Americans.  
Here is a glimpse into Mrs. O'Brien's "Scenes from the Past" series:

Here is a glimpse into Mrs. Cronin's "A Day in the Life" Series:

For more episodes, follow this link to find our podcast directly at Anchor or you can search for "The Great Polar Bearier Riff" and listen to our podcast on the following apps:

Podcasting Essential Questions:

How can we infuse classroom curriculum with technology that is easily accessible and simple to use?

How can we use this technology to delve deeper into subject matter?

How does this technology strengthen research, writing and collaboration skills?

How does this technology strengthen speaking and listening skills?