Jeff the Nature Guy and Bitterroot School!!

Special Treatment for the Bitterroot Bobcats!

So we had an absolute blast and because we are Jeff's biggest fans we got some special treatment and behind the scene footage. Here we are all taking a turn going into Smiley the mule deers exhibit and petting his soft fur and fuzzy antlers. We later learned that a wild bear actually got into Smiley's pen and attacked his mate and killed her. So, now Smiley is being introduced to a new friend. Sad!

Ready or Not Jeff...Here We Come!

Tomorrow is Red Lodge...rain or shine

Please don't forget:

1. Apply sunscreen BEFORE school

2. Hat

3. Closed Shoes

4. Weather Appropriate Clothing...Layers are best

5. Electronics for bus

6. Bag or backpack

7. LUNCH

8. Money for gift shop if want

Mrs. Hankins called up and here are some items in the gift shop that might interest your child.

Shirts-$15

Postcards-15 cents

Keychains-?

Wooden Snakes-$2 or $4

Stuffed Animals-$4 to $10

Plastic Butterflies-50 cents

Jewelry- $4-$6

Again, gift shop is optional.

Cya tomorrow!

States and Caps Test Tomorrow!

Tomorrow is our Rootbeer float party. We earned it for having the most participation in the spirit days this year. Student Council is putting it on for us!! All those careers and crazy hair-dos paid off! Go Team Erickson!

Thursday is our trip to Red Lodge. We will go rain or shine. Remember to pack a lunch, sunscreen, a hat and wear your walking shoes. No flip-flps please. Kids may also bring money to shop in the gift shop if they want to. Thanks Mrs. Fiene, Mrs. Bell, Mr. and Mrs. Davis, and possibly Mrs. Jensen??? for agreeing to chaperone. Sweet!

Tomorrow is the states and capital test for the West region. Last week we made flash cards. Kids practiced them on the bus ride to Bridger and today we reviewed together. Those that participated seemed to have a good grip. Those that spaced out...well I hope they focus tomorrow.

Please continue to remind students that they need to finish up strong!! I need them focused and on top of their game for 7 more days!

Have a great sunny night!!

PS. Jacob I hope that you are having a great birthday!

Jeff the Nature Guy and Bitterroot School!!

Ok...how cool is this? We are famous!!! Here is the video we did with Jeff the Nature Guy from Red Lodge's Beartooth Nature Center! After you watch this you will understand why we had to change our field trip plans. He is going to be amazing as our tour guide around the zoo this Thursday! I can't wait to hear all the cool facts he has in store for us! We are AWESOME!!!

One Amazing Woman!

Today we had a very special guest, Ms. Diane. She was born with CP just like Petey in our read aloud book. Kids got to interact with her and ask questions of all kinds. She was amazing and one of the most positive people I have ever met, Just like Petey!! What a great connection for the kids. Thanks Mrs. Hankins for setting this up and allowing us to join in!

We Did It!

WOOHOO!!! WE made change happen! I am so, so, so proud of my class. The process was long and required a lot of research and patience, but we did it! We got the people that have the power to change procedures to understand that the current trays used in our cafeteria are horrible for the Earth and it's environment. Now, we are piloting a basket tray, and today it went great. We also discovered that instead of 1 and a half bags of garbage it only took up 3/4 of a small garbage can. Again...WOOHOO!! Anything is possible if you just BELIEVE!!