Forms of Energy

Today we began a science unit on different forms of energy. We explored sound energy. Here are just a few things we learned about sound:  sound is a vibration; you can see and feel vibrations; sound is an invisible wave. 

Lego Robotics

As a part of our force and motion unit we had a great time using the Lego robotics. We built a soccer kicker and then programmed it to kick a paper ball. Some teams were even able to improve the kicker's shoe to make him kick even further. 

Pinball Machines

After our study of forms of energy, we used what we learned to engineer a pinball machine. The pinball machine needed to use light, sound and either a push or pull force. It needed to be decorated and fun to play. We had a great time making these machines!  

Candy Cane Engineering

Yesterday we measures how much weight it took to break a candy cane. 

We found the weak point and then engineered a modification to the candy cane to try and make it stronger. Will one of these designs make the candy cane stronger?

Forms of Energy

Today we began a science unit on different forms of energy. We explored sound energy. Here are just a few things we learned about sound:  sound is a vibration; you can see and feel vibrations; sound is an invisible wave. 

November News

Today is Veteran's Day and our students participated in a special Veteran's Day Assembly.  Did you know Mrs. Wohlferd is a veteran of the U.S. Navy? She spoke to the student body today along with several guest veterans including Mr. Lamas & Mr. Salinas, who are parents and grandparents of two of our 2nd graders.  Mr. Salinas came to our classroom to read us a story after the assembly.

In other news: 

             please enjoy the November issue of STEM Magazine by clicking here

             join us on Thursday, November 19th for Family Stem Night

             Thanksgiving Holidays - November 23-27

The Book Fair is Coming!

Can you help out with our Fall Book Fair? Click here to volunteer and help out.  We appreciate your support of our Cannon Library!!

Story Book Pumpkins

Look at these fabulous story book pumpkins our scholars made. Brynn's Cinderella pumpkin tied for 1st place honors! Congratulations to all of these great creations.

Veterans Day

MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR VETERAN'S DAY EVENT ON NOVEMBER 11th We will be hosting a Veteran's Day program at Cannon on Wednesday, November 11th @ 8:30 a.m. Our Cannon Cubs will be participating through singing a song for each of the military branches at this event. We would like to invite all veterans and their families to attend and be honored by our Cubs. Veterans will be invited to come to classrooms to read to students immediately following the program. If you or a family member who is a veteran would like to participate,please complete this form by November 6th, so that we can plan accordingly.

RED RIBBON WEEK! SAY NO TO DRUGS!!!

Red Ribbon Week is Coming!

Next week is Red Ribbon Week!  Cannon students will have the chance to participate in daily activities to encourage everyone to stay drug free.  Below are the letters that will be going home showing each day's activities. In addition to the following Red Ribbon Week activities, we are also having a poster contest. Posters must be on 11 x 17 paper or poster board and should have a message about being drug free.  All posters and Public Service Announcements must be turned in to Mrs. Wohlferd, Mrs. Hall or Mrs. Coburn by Friday, October 23rd.

Cardboard Challenge

Today was the day for the unveiling of the Cardboard Challenge!  Check out the creations of our Dual Language 2nd graders. They were all amazing!  

Big Dig

Did you miss the Big Dig?  Click here to watch a time lapse video of the day.

Busy Week Ahead

We have a busy week at Cannon. Take a few moments to make sure you have marked your calendar!

Monday - picture day & boots (stomp out bullying)

Wednesday & Thursday - early release @ 11:45 for conferences

Friday - cardboard challenge projects due. 

On Wednesday and Thursday we will have time for lunch or snack in the classroom. Make sure your child knows what their plans are for lunch. 

Click the link to read more about the cardboard challenge. http://cardboardchallenge.com/

See pictures of last year's creations. 

https://m.facebook.com/media/set/?set=a.458098977662762.1073741912.150863795052950&type=3

Watch the video to learn more about the boy who created Caine's Arcade. 

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=faIFNkdq96U

We can't wait to see what our scholars create!!

Cannon will participate in the Cardboard Challenge again this year!  We are so excited!  Follow this link for more information: http://cardboardchallenge.com/

Here's a video about Caine's Arcade that you can watch: https://youtu.be/Ul9c-4dX4Hk

STEM Magazine

Click below to view the latest edition of STEM magazine.  There is a great article on page 21 about how every child can, and should, learn mathematics at a high level. There are long term benefits to confidence in a student's mathematical thinking.  Happy Reading!!

Latest STEM Magazine

STEM at the Grapevine Public Library

Check out this great opportunity for a STEM project every Thursday at the Grapevine Public Library. You will want to check this out!!

Curriculum Night

Thanks to everyone who attended curriculum night last Thursday night.  If you were unable to attend, please click here to view our presentation. As always, if you have any questions, please let us know.

What's New in Week Two

Can you volunteer in the Literacy Library? Lisa Brown will be offering a training Tuesday (tomorrow) and Wednesday at 8:00 in the library.  Learn all you need to know to help teachers with this important part of our school.

Real School Garden is coming soon.  If you can help for a few hours, please sign up by clicking here.  Any time you can give to this fantastic addition to our school will help.

Friday is College Color Day.  We are encouraging our scholars to wear a shirt in the color of their favorite college.

Welcome to Second Grade Dual Language!  ¡Bienvenidos al Segundo Grado del Programa Dual!

Mrs. Hall and Mrs. Wohlferd are excited to have you in our classes!  It will be a fantastic year for us all!

¡Sra. Hall y Sra. Wohlferd son entusiasmas de tenerles en nuestras clases! Va a ser un año fantástico para todos!

Here is a link to our websites on GCISD Schoolwires: http://www.gcisd-k12.org/domain/1438