Library Media Center News
A newsletter for Ryerson students, parents, and teachers
Hour of Code
Stories and STEM:
Highlights
Read for the Record
Fourth Grade Skypes India
Dot Day - Students Make Their Mark
International Dot Day is named for the storybook The Dot by Peter H. Reynolds. The book shares a girl's journey of self-discovery after a caring teacher challenges her to “make her mark.” Under the direction of Media Specialist Mrs. Halstater and Art teacher Ms.Cofone, students were exposed to either a digital or live reading of The Dot. During Art class, students in K-5 created their own dots with each grade level using a different color in the rainbow. In Media students discussed how they would like to make their "mark" this year. Students in grades 3-5 typed their intention and posed for a picture with their statement. Students in grade 2 were videoed stating their intentions. During the week of September 15th (Dot Day) students in 2nd and 4th grade wrapped up their Dot Day celebrations by teleconferencing with schools in Maryland and Georgia via Skype and Google Hangout. Check out the 2nd graders video below.
Author Visit - Andi Green
Library Volunteers
Adult volunteers are a vital part of our Media Center. Our adult volunteers assist with book check in/out, shelving books, and other Media Center related tasks. We are still in need of a few more parent/grandparent volunteers who can donate some of their time to help out in the Media Center. Please email chalstater@wayneschools.com if you are available.
Online Resources
Be sure to go Student Resources to link to district subscriptions to Worldbook online, Brainpop, Raz Kids, Pearson Realize, and more.
Connecting, Collaborating, and Creating
Contact Information
Email: chalstater@wayneschools.com
Website: chalstater.weebly.com
Location: 30 Mc Clelland Avenue Wayne, NJ 07470
Phone: (973)633-3180