World Cultures Connection
2020-21
Welcome!
Course Description
HSSD World Cultures Vision
Conversation Starters
- What are some special traditions your family has?
- Why do you think differences are important?
- What is the meaning behind your child's name?
- What makes each of your family members unique?
April
Our kindergarten, first and second graders studied four countries in Europe: Norway, Poland, France and Switzerland. The highlight was definitely the 7 Continents Song! http://www.viewpure.com/K6DSMZ8b3LE?start=0&end=0
Note: Please see below for some pictures from Europe.
Polish traditions and arts!
Fjords of Norway!
March
Note: Please see below for some books we read and videos we watched!
January and February
Note: See below for books that we read!
December
Note: See below for books and images that we studied in December!
October and November
During virtual learning, each school met with their World Cultures classes via Google Meets. Many different topics were covered during this time, including map skills, classrooms across the world, Lunar calendars, Indigenous Peoples' Day, Dia de Los Muertos, (Day of the Dead), Veteran's Day and Diwali. We are so proud of our students for all of their hard work during virtual learning. We know it was not easy to have the in-depth conversations that we would have had in the classroom, but we really appreciate all of you who joined us!
Note: See below for some books we enjoyed!
September
During our time together in September, we focused on Social Emotional Wellness, and the possibility of transitioning to Virtual Learning. We spent time getting to know each other, as well as learning about the 7 Habits of Happy Kids.
Note: See below for some books that we explored in class as well as the 7 Habits.
The Seven Habits of Happy Kids
World Cultures Teachers
Jennifer Allen, Suamico
BS Education, ESL/Bilingual/Bicultural Emphasis
US Peace Corps, Panama
Email: jennalle@hssdschools.org
Nicole Steenbock, Bay Harbor
BS K-6 Education
Volunteer work US, Alberta, Canada and Mahahual, Mexico.
Email: nicostee@hssdschools.org
Genevieve Artel, Forest Glen
MS Library Media Science
MS Educational Leadership
Studied abroad - Edinburgh, Scotland
Email: genearte@hssdschools.org
Facebook: facebook.com/genevieve.artel.7
Magdalena Sander, Howard
MSE Teaching & Learning, ESL/Bilingual/Bicultural Emphasis
Email: magdsand@hssdschools.org
Geena Bieberitz, Meadowbrook
MS Applied Leadership for Teaching and Learning, ESL/Bilingual/Bicultural Emphasis
Email: geenbieb@hssdschools.org