November 2013

Brockbank Sixth-Graders Learn about Ancient Egypt

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Recently Brockbank sixth-graders learned about ancient pyramids.   They learned about who, what, and why the pyramids exist. They also learned all about the mysterious King Tut. One fun activity they got to do was to create their own sarcophagus out of paper. They laid on the floor while someone traced them and then they used metallic paints and oil pastells to make them dazzling and bright. Another activity they had fun with was mummifying stuffed animals. They took out all the stuffing out and then put them in a box (sarcophagus) wrapped it in toilet paper.

Brockbank Teacher Receives Recognition from Utah Debate Committee

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Brockbank is so lucky to have a great teacher with a passion for debate. Mrs. Kristel Peterson will be awarded the Carol Lynn Ross Award given by the Utah Debate Committee in recognition for being an outstanding debate coach. Kristel has given many hours of her time teaching students how to do research. Students divide into affirmative and negative teams, and spend lots of hours preparing oral arguments. Kristel wants the students to be the ones to do the research and get the answers to any of their questions.
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Picture taken by Spenser Heaps for the Daily Herald

World War II Veteran Keith Gordon Visits Mrs. RaDawn Anderson's Fourth-Grade Class!

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In honor of Veteran's Day this week, Wyatt Rindlisbacher asked his neighbor and friend, Mr. Keith Gordon, to come and talk to his class about being a veteran. Mr. Gordon, a World War II Veteran, came to Mrs. RaDawn Anderson's fourth-grade class where Wyatt is a student and spoke to the students about some of his experiences in the war. Mr. Gordon told the students about his job being on the amphibious crew and that his missions didn't always end up with happy endings. Lots of men lost their lives protecting our country.

Brockbank Fourth Graders Learn about Utah's Water Cycle

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Thursday, November 14, Brockbank fourth-grade students had a presentation from a representative from the Utah County Storm Water Coalition. The primary purpose of this presentation is to briefly review the water cycle and to better educate fourth graders about our watershed area, their role in water use and conservation, and some of the sources of storm water pollution that can negatively affect this resource. Each student recieved an activity book, pencil, and a rubber raindrop to take home.

Brockbank Fourth Graders Perform Pioneer Program

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On Thursday, November 7, the fourth-grade students at Brockbank Elementary celebrated their Utah Heritage with a pioneer program. Students dressed in pioneer/cowboy attaire sang and danced like the pioneers did so many years ago. Parents were then invited to dance with their student for some fun square dancing. It was a fun evening and everyone enjoyed themselves!

Veterans Visit Brockbank!

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Friday, November 8, Brockbank Elementary had some very special visitors come to our school to honor Veteran's Day. We are so proud of all of our veterans and enjoy having them come and talk to us each year. The program consisted of the fifth-grade students singing a patriotic song, a slide show presentation, and each of the veterans introducing themselves and talking to the students. It was a very touching assembly reminding us all why veterans are so important and about all the sacrifices that they have made for us so that we can be free.

Brockbank Staff Spotlight!

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Brockbank is happy to spotlight Mrs. Cheryl Beutler. Cheryl is new to our school this year, she transports lunches for the students and helps serve them their lunches. She and her husband live in Mapleton and have four daughters. Cheryl likes to organize things, zumba dance, and spend time with her family. Some of her favorites are the color green, chocolate, Cherry Coke, softball, any music except rap, mystery and suspense books, the movie, "Harry Potter, Lord of the Rings", and eating at Joe Banditos. Her favorite vacation destination is Disneyland.

Brockbank Halloween Fun!

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Brockbank Elementary celebrated Halloween by having their annual parade around the school.  The weather cooperated so students could show off their costumes to parents, grandparents, and other students. Also to help celebrate room parents came to the school and hosted some fun holiday activities, and brought yummy treats to the classrooms.