As I reflect on our day, the staff at Bryant, and the leadership of our school, my anticipation for the 2014-2015 school year grows. Today we came together as a staff, set sail on a new voyage, and have amazing adventures in our sights. Teachers embraced the motto, “Teach like a Pirate” and spent the day exploring what that really meant. In a technological age teachers have to work harder to ‘hook’ and engage students with meaningful learning experiences that develop the deeper learning that the Common Core State Standards set. We have committed as a staff to personalizing learning to meet the needs of all students on the path to learning. Teachers had the opportunity today to dive into many technology applications, devices, and websites that will enhance learning experiences for Bryant’s students this year. Follow us on our voyage as we teach with the passion and enthusiasm that can only be found at Bryant!
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| Kobe “Bryant" |
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| Dr. Nelson, Miss. Sanchez, & Miss. G. |
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| Pirate Treasure Hunt |
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| Mrs. Broadnax, Mrs. Gonzales, & Mrs. Nielsen |
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| Mr. Brennan leading his crew through the treasure map |
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| Teachers learning how technology can enhance learning |
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| The use of a QR code to send ‘selflies’ of monkey faces |
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| Taking selfies |
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| Working collaboratively to crack the pirate code |
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| Puzzles to the next location on the map |
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| Using Snapguides for learning |
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| Miss. Fithian’s group successfully used a Snapguide to make a foldable |
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| Selfies |
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| Selfies |
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| Selfies |
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| Selfies |
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| Selfies |
