Instructional Assistant Spotlight         Heather Kolich, an instructional assistant at Vickery Creek, recently created an instructional picture book for the KDD class (Kindergarten Developmentally Delayed) using PowerPoint. Heather’s book uses animation to slowly introduce vocabulary and the number three concept. What a great tool to enhance instruction in a very special environment. Keep up the great work Heather!

Internet Site of the Week

Are you a member of a list serv or discussion group?

A great place to start is Teacher-2-Teacher found at http:\\www. teachnet.com.

The front page gives daily updates to the Brainstorm of the Day, Humor, QuickLinks and more.  Be sure to check out  the Take 5 micro activivites, lesson ideas and previous brainstorms of the day.

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Earth Day Everyday
Create your own Earth Day template using the recycle symbol located in Microsoft's clip art gallery. Students can make a sign, newsletter, card or bookmark celebrating Earth Day, April 22.Don’t forget the three R’s…..Recycle, Reduce and Reuse!

You will also find the symbol in Ultimate Writing and Creativity Center.