Our Central Park Germ Fighters (aka students) put together a little video for us today on the importance of washing your hands properly. Stay healthy friends and families and don’t forget to wash your hands! Germ Fighting At Central Park
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We love Science at Rowntree Montessori Schools! We even have a high school grade science lab. Recently, our grade 8s had a lesson on Viscosity where they changed the viscosity of different substances. Students conducted experiments using fluids such as maple syrup, ketchup, and mustard. Students were provided with a control experiment with the use of the fluid. The Grade 8s then made the viscosity higher and lower and noted the change in the fluids. Students worked in teams, which provided them with an opportunity to work on their collaborative skills.
The viscosity and collaborating with condiments experiment is one used in many industries outside of the education sector, including the food industry, with companies such as Heinz and French’s.
This experiment led to a discussion with students about the viscosity of certain liquid products such as hair shampoo, conditioner, gravies, and sauces such as ketchup and barbecue sauce. The students noted that although some brands may be less expensive, these brands tended to “runny” and have a lower viscosity level; whereas, the higher viscosity brands tended to be more expensive, yet you don’t need to use as much so you would save money in the long run.
Science is fun at Rowntree Montessori Schools. Students learn at the elementary level how they can manipulate the size, texture and shape of particles. Students learn that in order to change the viscosity of a substance without changing their states.
When students are able to apply science to “real life”, it helps make learning fun, easier, and more effective. Our students apply their scientific skills and knowledge when finding cross-curricular solutions to real-world STEM (Science, Technology, and Math) problems.
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Please note that all Rowntree Montessori School Campuses are closed from Monday March 23rd to Monday April 6th, 2020, due to the COVID-19 Pandemic. Please note that we are not able to answer phone calls at this time, because our Campuses are closed. If you are a current Rowntree Montessori School Student and you need to contact the school, please do so through your myRMS account.
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We thank you for your patience during this challenging time. From our Rowntree family to yours, please stay safe and healthy during this unprecedented time.
Kindly,
RMS Administration and Management
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Science is fun at Rowntree Montessori Schools!
Teaching the systems of the human body can be a lot of fun. Watching our PrepONE (SK) students become more aware of their bodies and engaged in how it works was an enriching experience. Our Science in PrepOne students were amazed to learn how the blood gets around the body. Blood consists of liquid and solid particles. Blood is a mixture of two components: the liquid portion, called plasma, and the three cellular portions; white blood cells, red blood cells and platelets. Each ingredient in our blood does a special job.
To take a closer look at blood and how it works, we created a Blood Model. We used liquid soap for plasma, small marshmallows for the white blood cells, cinnamon candies for the red blood cells, and sparkles for platelets. Each component of the blood was reviewed as we added the ingredient into our glass jar. The students loved the experiment and had fun learning about the circulatory system.
This hands-on learning PrepOne experience has nurtured our students’ intellectual curiosity. Students acquired new ways of asking questions and understanding how the circulatory system works closely with other systems in our bodies to keep us alive.
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Looking for a balanced academic programme for your children that includes a robust Arts programme? Look no further. At Rowntree Montessori Schools, an Education in the arts is essential to students’ intellectual, social, physical, and emotional growth and well-being. Experiences in the arts – in dance, drama, music, and visual arts – play a valuable role in helping students to achieve their potential as learners and to participate fully in their community and in society as a whole. Watch a wonderful video from our Central Park Prep Campus, celebrating the Arts.
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At Rowntree Montessori Schools, we incorporate “real life” situations into our teaching as much as we can which provides us with an opportunity for cross-curricular teaching. Recently, during a math class, our Senior Kindergarten students used Canadian money to purchase items in their classrooms. This helped students to learn about the different Canadian coins and their values. Students also had an opportunity to test both their addition and subtraction skills, by adding and subtracting by 5s and 10s.
It was wonderful to see the children collaborating while they shopped and practice good citizenship; by using their manners, not pushing, being patient while waiting in line, and ensuring that they paid for all items that they picked out. Children were taught the importance of spending wisely, “saving for a rainy day” and using their money at the right time.
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Our PrepONE students use a hands-on approach to learning Fractions. During Montessori, they enjoy using concrete hands-on materials that make an abstract concept more clear. For example, when learning about fractions, they appreciate the use of the Fraction Circle Box. Additionally, this particular Montessori material has made learning about fractions easy and fun! Students learning about fractions using this Montessori material benefit greatly from the concrete, consistent, and gradual nature of the Montessori approach. This compares to using drawings representing fractional parts. Activities like this help students visualize fractions and understand that fraction segments are equal parts of a larger object. Lastly, this type of lesson teaches skills that are necessary for more advanced fraction concepts.
For some great tips on how to teach fractions to your children, read this great article that provides ideas and fun games to help your little one learn.
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This past January, our grade 3 students completed a STEM Challenge. Students were tasked with solving the problem of Algae blooms polluting our oceans. Our students put together a video with their inventions. Algae blooms are a result of charred vegetation, ash, and soot that get washed into the water bodies. This, in turn, compromises the quality of the water.
Presenting students with an opportunity to stretch their thinking, use the engineering and design process to come up with solutions to problems that occur from natural disasters is a great example of cross-curricular teaching and the use of critical thinking skills
With real world STEM challenges, students enrich their critical thinking and collaboration skills whilst they learn to apply their knowledge to problem solve. This exercise is extended outside of the classroom and into the greater world around them.
Filtering Out Algae Blooms in Grade 3
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In a busy school with a complex curriculum, the ongoing challenge is to ensure that the students understand that everything that they learn is important. In addition to this, we try to teach our students how to apply what they learn in school, to real-life. One way to both find such efficiencies and deepen our students learning is by engaging in cross-curricular teaching and learning. We celebrate Black History Month each February, and instead of simply making posters and morning announcements, we have encouraged our students to highlight the achievements of African-Americans (and Canadians). Students use technology and other skills that they have learned at school to do this.
This year, our Grade 3 classes put their engineering skills to the test by designing a pop-up stage (see below) and by using videos linked through QR Codes to share their Black History Month stories. You can scan the codes below (using a QR-enabled smartphone camera or a QR-scanning app) to see some examples of the students’ work. Through one project, the students have learned about history, inclusion, and public speaking. In addition to this, students used two key components of STEM: Engineering and Technology.
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Our AHA! Moments are special learning and teachable moments that take place in our school every single day.
Recently our Kindergarten students had an in-school field trip visit from Creature Quest, where they had the opportunity to learn why our living world is important and how different animals eat, sleep and interact with the world. Students were able to observe and interact with animals firsthand. Our in-school field trips spark students’ interest in science, while also reinforcing key concepts outlined in our science curriculum.
Students were introduced to a variety of animals, including a tortoise, hedgehog, frogs, small snakes, chinchillas and small lizards. Field trips are an important part of a child’s educational journey and makes learning fun! A great time was had by all!
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