Monthly Archives: March 2007

[I'm on spring break here, but because of the timely nature of this
project, I'm sending it out so people can plan ahead if they want to
join in...]

On Tuesday April 3rd, 2007, David Michayluk’s grade 6 class at Jack
Hulland Elementary will be blasting off into space. This 12 hour
simulated space mission, designed by Sara Tillett, gives students the
experience of what it is like to be an astronaut or work in Mission
Control. Dave’s class has been working on a Space unit since Christmas
to prepare for this event. Students needed to go through an application
process to become part of the Space School and have been learning about
the solar system, history of space exploration, conducting space-related
experiments and following a strict astronaut physical training program.

On April 3, our astronauts will liftoff to experience the wonder of
space exploration while carrying out many of the functions most
astronauts do. They will exercise, conduct experiments, keep journals
and much more under the guidance of our Mission Control team. We invite
participation from other classes and interested members of the public.
You can simply observe throughout the day , or interact with the
students by either asking questions or joining the discussion area.
Educational links will be posted on the website to help organize space
activities surrounding this activity.

For further information please contact either
david.michayluk@yesnet.yk.ca or cam.good@yesnet.yk.ca
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The URL: http://dl1.yukoncollege.yk.ca/zenith/

List member pfadoul found this interesting collection which inspires the reader with, “A tree is a wonderful living organism which gives shelter, food, warmth and protection to all living things. It even gives shade to those who wield an axe to cut it down.” -Buddha.
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The URL: http://www.neatorama.com/2007/03/21/10-most-magnificent-trees-in-the-world/

Whether it’s required training, meeting a district goal, or even elective coursework, professional development has become a fixture on the school-year calendar. In districts large and small, iPod is helping educators meet requirements and promote teacher growth efficiently and affordably. You can download a free copy of this white paper to learn more about it. They do ask for a lot of information but you can opt out
of being contacted.

The URL:
http://insideapple.apple.com/redir/1143636/WP/407827637e5287511847ac3b14bf74b1

I got this one from List member, Jennifer Hodges. ArtPad is a fun flash-based art activity that students may use to create whatever their imagination holds. When finished, they can add a frame and display it in a gallery. Careful – this one is as bad as freecell…!

The URL: http://artpad.art.com/artpad/painter/>http://artpad.art.com/artpad/painter/