Thursday, December 16, 2010

Happy Holidays!!

SOOOOOOOOO PROUD OF YOU!!!

The Christmas concert was amazing! You all performed so well... I took some great photos that I'll show you in the new year. I hope you all have a very Merry Christmas and an amazing New Year!

It was a very CLOSE call, but.............

CONGRATULATIONS to: Marley's Group from Div. 4 and Tyler's Group from Div. 3! You have won a free lunch with Ms. Lee in 2011! Everyone did a fantastic job on your Jack Johnson performances, but these two groups stood out because of their creativity and enthusiasm. I will have all your marks ready for you when we get back.

I can't wait to see you all again. We will be practicing for the upcoming assembly in January (Kids and Jason Mraz), and we will also begin our Music unit!

I'm off to LA to visit my family for the holidays... But feel free to leave a comment!

Peace and Love (always!),

Ms. Lee

Wednesday, December 8, 2010

GREAT JOB!


Hello Everyone!

Look at this adorable picture of bear cubs doing kung-fu! So cute! ---------->

Thanks for doing such a wonderful job on your blogs and reflections... I'm so impressed. I will try to leave a comment for everyone but please don't be upset if I don't... This last week before the holidays is so crazy busy! :) I will definitely have your marks ready for next week.

Remember, the Jack Johnson performances will take place next Tuesday. Please be prepared and ready to go at the beginning of class. I will try to find a video camera to tape the performances and maybe even post them on this blog!

As always, HAVE FUN with this. Feel free to leave me a comment if you have any questions.

All of you have done a fantastic job this first term. I am so proud of you and feel very lucky to be your teacher.

Peace and Love,

Ms. Lee

Thursday, December 2, 2010

Jack Johnson Final Assignment!

Hey everyone!

You still have 4 whole days to complete you blog assignment (see previous posts). I have been checking them online and am so impressed with those of youwho have completed the assignment already. Your marks will be available next Tuesday.

I still need some permission slips back from you re: Media Release for your blogs... Please hand them in asap. Also, I have decided that WE WILL NOT be posting any photos on our blogs.

You've received your final assignment before the Christmas Break. I can't wait to see how each group portrays their song!

FINAL ASSIGNMENT

1) Using your Jack Johnson song lyrics, brainstorm in your group ways you can act out your song. You can use the words "literally" (acting out exactly what is written), or choose to create a deeper story to go with the song (like a music video).
2) EVERY person in the group must participate in some way.
3) Props are allowed.
4) The song will be playing during your skit, so you will be acting without words.
5) If you wish, you may act out a short skit before and/or after the song is played.
6) All groups will receive a copy of your song to read so they can follow along.

Total Group Mark will be out of 4.

RUBRIC:
1 = minimally meets expectations (no clear ideas, unprepared, everyone didn't participate, not enough effort)
2 = approaching expectations/satisfactory (somewhat clear ideas, somewhat prepared, everyone participated but not with enough effort).
3 = meets expectations (ideas communicated to audience in a creative manner, prepared, each group member puts in effort equally).
4 = exceeds expectations (well thought-out and clear ideas communicated to audience, very prepared, entertaining, extra effort from each group member is apparent).

Make sure you have assigned some responsible people in your group to be in charge of keeping the lyrics. I will post links to all the song lyrics below so you can hear them from home.

As always, feel free to ask me questions at school, OR you can leave a comment on my blog.
Good luck and HAVE FUN (this is very important)!

Peace & Love,

Ms. Lee

p.s. Don't forget to check out the MJ video in the post below... It is AMAZING! :)

SONG LYRICS







Michael Jackson Best Dance Moves (A MUST SEE!)

Hello Div. 3 & 4!!

Below is a compilation of Michael Jackson dance moves. I know that most of you learned some moves last year.... maybe you can pick them out?

Michael Jackson is, and always will be, one of the greatest entertainers of all time. His dancing is unbelievable and leaves me speechless every time.

There is no homework assignment for this video, JUST ENJOY! Leave a comment if you want!

Peace & Love,

Ms. Lee

p.s. Elite Beatz... How's that for inspiration? :)