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(STEM) Endorsed

September 30, 2019October 28, 2019 / shaunie.owen / Leave a comment

Almost two years ago, one of my co-workers approached me about starting a STEM endorsement with her. It sounded like a great opportunity at first, but I immediately thought of all the reasons why it wouldn't work. I was only a second year teacher (or officially a first year teacher since my internship didn't count … Continue reading (STEM) Endorsed

Mission (IM)possible: Error Analysis

September 28, 2019October 28, 2019 / shaunie.owen / Leave a comment

One of my favorite ways to practice a math skill is to complete error analysis. Regardless of how it is set up, the goal of this activity is to allow students to analyze a problem solved incorrectly, identify & explain the error, then solve it correctly. Even though the concept is the same, sometimes the … Continue reading Mission (IM)possible: Error Analysis

Differentiation Through Games

April 9, 2019October 28, 2019 / shaunie.owen / Leave a comment

I am the teacher who is constantly thinking of ways to shake up the lessons in my classroom. I don't walk down the game aisle or through the Target Dollar Spot thinking about practical life purchases, but instead, I ask myself, "How could I use this in the classroom?" (let's be honest, any classroom purchase … Continue reading Differentiation Through Games

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Seriously... HOW FUN IS THIS?! This year our school has had the opportunity to do home visits. It is so fun to see the students in their element & hear about their life outside of school. We were on a backyard/farm tour with his younger brother when one of my kiddos made his grand entrance on his mule, Skeeter. It was all smiles for this one!! I’ve always wanted to try home visits, but didn’t know where to start. I’m grateful our school is participating in an initiative that allows us to do it in a safe & structured way!! #BESDlearningiseverything #CelebrateNorthPark #movingmountainsedu
After my STEM endorsement, I wanted to give my students more opportunities to design, create, & problem solve. Every Friday we end the day with “creation stations”, but up until this point, the options have been limited. I decided to write a grant last spring to bring in more options & Nucor Steel delivered! We broke into some of our new tools yesterday & I think they enjoyed it!!! #movingmountainsedu #besdlearningiseverything #celebratenorthpark #iteach4th
Did you ever feel alone or like you didn’t have a friend when you were in school? This week the sweet girl on the left noticed her classmate reaching out to those who may have felt that way! I thought she made a good choice to present the quote to the caring boy on the right! #keepthequote #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningisevrerything
A night full of soccer ⚽️ I am absolutely loving this fall weather!! #relationshipsfirst #iteach4th #kidsdeserveit #inviteyoteacher #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningiseverything
Last spring I bought a @breakoutedu kit for my classroom. I decided to give it a go & created a task that would not only allow practice with our current skill, but also spiral previous skills! There was a quiet buzz as everyone worked to figure out the combinations. Nothing I love more than watching students be so engaged they forget they’re learning!! #iteach4th #breakoutedu #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningiseverything
Today’s #KeepTheQuote was probably one of my favorite presentations! We had tears of happiness as the sweet kiddo on the right presented this to her classmate & complete shock from the one on the left! It’s so fun to watch these kids recognize their classmates for the wonderful people they are❤️ #keepthequote #iteach4th #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningiseverything
I probably sound like a broken record, but I love supporting my students outside of the classroom!!! Bear River had a nice win today, and #29 had an awesome 2-point conversion🏈!! #iteach4th #kidsdeserveit #inviteyoteacher #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningiseverything
This summer I decided I wanted to try using a house system in our classroom. I choose four houses... Amicus (kindness), Animo (courage), Viribus (strength), & Quantum (respect)! This kiddo continually talked about kindness & courage this week, but when he was sorted into the house of strength yesterday, he covered his face, put his head down, and slowly walked toward his group. I thought he was upset because he wasn’t in the house of kindess or courage, but when he uncovered his face he exclaimed, “I AM SO EXCITED MY EYES ARE WATERING!” It was the best way to end the first week in fourth grade❤️ #celebratenorthpark ‬#besdlearningiseverything #movingmountainsedu Shields: @miss5th Inspired by @ronclarkacademy
High Five, Nice Try! 🙌🏽 She is headed to the end of the four-square line, but look at that smile!! Our district adopted @playworksut and we’ve completed week 1 with the kiddos. It’s been so fun to see the culture shift at recess... students (& staff) engaged in play, encouraging each other, & automatically playing ro-sham-bo when there is a conflict! #besdlearningiseverything #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #playworks
This is the fourth year I’ve used @miss5th’s #KeepTheQuote in the classroom and I’ll probably never get rid of it! While students will submit & present quotes in the coming weeks, I presented the first one. This week I was watching for a student who was intentionally happy, but truth is, I don’t know that I’ve seen this sweet kiddo without a big smile on her face!! Happiness is contagious and there is nothing like teaching in a classroom full of it 😊❤️ #iteach4th #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningiseverything
If you had asked me four years ago, 4th grade was my dream job!! I’ve definitely grown to love everything 5th grade the past three years, & honestly could have stayed a little longer. That being said, I’m grateful for the people who, with 100% confidence, push me out of my comfort zone... because while change can be hard & uncomfortable, I know with the right mindset it can also spark growth! Ready or not, I’m thrilled to get back in the classroom with my darling 4th graders on Monday🖤 #celebratenorthpark #movingmountainsedu #besdlearningiseverything #iteach4th
Returning from Island Park means one thing: It’s time to get ready for school! I loved spending time with my adorable nieces & nephews, the rainy nights in the camp trailer, floating the buffalo river, & of course, the views❤️ #iteachupperelementary #iteach4th #iteach5th #iteachtoo #iteach456 #teacherofinstagram #UtahTeachers #movingmountainsedu #celebratenorthpark #besdlearningiseverything
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