Tuesday, April 24, 2012

Science assembly

On Monday, April 17, Billy B came to Timber Lane for an assembly.  He explained the effects of pollution on the environment through song and dance.  Billy B talked to the students about river pollution and its’ impact on fish and insects.  He explained the changes of the seasons and why they happen.  The students and staff really enjoyed his presentation and talked about it all day.
 
 
 

Author visit

The author Kevin O’Malley visited Timber Lane on April 10th.  He presented during two different assemblies.  Mr. O’Malley told stories through drawing.  He also asked the students questions to help drive the story.  This taught the students that they have full control of their own creativity when it comes to their writing.  During each assembly Mr. O’Malley led the students through a full story that they all created together through the use of drawings and creativity.  The students absolutely enjoyed the assemblies and were fully engaged through the forty five minute segments.
 
 

Wednesday, April 11, 2012

Staff Basketball Game

On Friday, March 16, the Timber Lane staff played against the Westlawn staff in a friendly basketball game at Fall Church High School.  The entire gym was packed with fans from both schools.  The half time entertainment included dances by the Timber Lane Kindergarteners and students from Westlawn.  The entire crowd participated in a flash mob started by the staff of both schools.  They danced the Cha-Cha Slide between the third and fourth quarter.   Both teams played well and showed great sportsmanship and school spirit.