Art Literacy - Japanese Printmaker Katsushika Hokusai

On Friday we had our first Art Literacy lesson of the year featuring Japanese Printmaker 

Katsushika Hokusai.  We learned about different kinds of lines and how to use color in prints.  

Then the students got to make and stamp their own prints!

(We have been talking about pumpkins for our upcoming field trip so lots of 

the students were inspired by that).

Thanks to J's parents, Mandi & Don, for hosting this fun and educational event!

I don't have any pictures during the event because all hands were needed but 

here are the impressive results:

Jog A Thon

Yesterday was Terra Linda's first Jog A Thon 

The kids loved the music and excitement and everyone did a great job running!

Class picture before the big run.

Warming Up

 Investigating the lap gateway

Running with Dad

 Keep Going!

Family Support!

THANK YOU to all the parents who participated and sent in pledge money. This is the school's big fundraiser for the year and it was a huge success!

Music Class and Inside Recess

We are having a great start to our year getting used to the classroom routines and learning about fun topics.  It's been too busy for a lot of pictures but here are some moments caught on Camera.

Music Class is fun with Ms. Ritacco! 

She is teaching us rhythm using rhythm sticks and the students are doing great!

This Month we get a special performance by "Franky" when we do a great job.

It rained the other day and we had our first indoor recess. The stage was unavailable so we had a blast in the classroom. Here are a few pictures of the kids playing together:

Glass Art INSTALLATION

Several months ago, all the students at Terra Linda had a unique opportunity to work with Resident Artists and complete 2 glass fusion projects.  One went home as a Mother's Day gift and the second is now incorporated in a beautiful multi-panel display in the lobby. The artists incorporated background that represent Oregon into the layout. Try to find your child!

If you get a chance, you should stop by the lobby to check them out. It's very inspiring!

Terra Linda Field Day

One week before school lets out for summer vacation, we had fun at the Terra Linda Field Day!

Taking a water/snack break.

At the end of the day we had an ice cream social with our 4th grade Play Partners. They are the best!!

Getting some assistance with his ice cream.

We're very lucky to have such great friends!

Special Education Track and Field Day

We had wonderful weather and a great time at this year's Special Education Track and Field Day, put on by Beaverton School District's Motor Team. 

The shirts we tie dyed at the beginning of the year were perfect for the "neon" theme!

First, the big race:

Getting ready:

Go!

We got medals at the end and met the officers volunteering at the event.

On to a variety of other events

Everyone gave the long jump their best try!

Some of us were very excited to meet the Beaverton High School mascot.

Time for a little lunch at our station:

Thank you to all of our parent helpers:

Having fun while waiting for the bus.

What a great day! Everyone enjoyed themselves!