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Fourth Grade Preview for 2010-2011

Mrs. Ireland — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 12:27:21 +0000

Be ready to work hard and have fun in music this year. Our main focus is playing the recorder and I know you guys will be great! Each week, the fourth grade classes compete to earn the GOLDEN RECORDER. The class who works hard, meets expectations, and is respectful earns this award. The 4th grade teachers LOVE it when their class earns GOLDEN RECORDER so GO FOR THE GOLD! We will also be playing a new monthly clue game ( like last year’s “Where in the World” game ). It is called “Time Traveler.” Get ready to go back in time and learn about American music and culture in the 20th century!

“Blue Kangaroo” Song Honors Mrs. Mikesell!

Mrs. Ireland — Sat, 05 Jun 2010 22:36:31 +0000

Our wonderful librarian, Mrs. Mikesell, was honored at the school picnic with an original song written by the 1st and 2nd grade students. Check out the lyrics of the “Blue Kangaroo!”

THE BLUE KANGAROO
lyrics by Holmes School 1st and 2nd Grade
Dedicated in June, 2010 to our wonderful librarian – Mrs. Mikesell

Oh I’m a blue kangaroo. All my books are gone.
What should I do? Where did I go wrong?
Oh I’m a blue kangaroo and its library day. What will Mrs. Mikesell say?
Oooo - I’m a blue kangaroo. ( 4 times )
Oh well she looked at me and then she said,
“Better go back home and check under your bed!
The Library Dragon comes out in May, and YOU will have to pay!”
Oooo – Overdue! ( 4 times )
I tried to think back and retrace my steps.
The books were in my pouch. But what happened next?
I was jumping with koala and my brother too. What am I gonna do?
Maybe – the books bounced out. ( 4 times )
Weeks had passed and still no books.
Mrs. Mikesell’s going to call me a crook!
Then koala came over to play one day. This is what he had to say:
“Hey —– I found your books today!” (4 times )
So I returned my books. I’m not feeling sad.
Mrs. Mikesell did not even seem mad!
All my troubles are gone. I’m not singin’ the blues. I hope this never happens to you!
Ooo – I don’t have to sing the blues! (3 times)

4th grade concert – May 6th

Mrs. Ireland — Wed, 05 May 2010 02:06:15 +0000

All 4th graders will play recorders, perform original compositions, and sing in the High School Auditorium this Thursday – May 6th at 7pm. Please wear nice school clothes and bring sunglasses if you have some. I will have the recorders for you in your line up room.

Line up time – 6:50pm.
BAND ROOM – Ms. VandenBosch and Mrs. Smits
CHOIR ROOM – Mr. Overway and Mrs. Marcus

4th Graders perform at Link Up concert

Mrs. Ireland — Thu, 22 Apr 2010 01:41:44 +0000

We had a wonderful trip to the Frauenthal Theater to sing, play, and listen to the West Michigan Symphony Orchestra. This concert really “rocked.” Two of our classes were chosen by the symphony as winners in the video composition contest. Congrats to Mrs. Smits’ class and Ms. VandenBosch’s class. Our Star Student, Hanna Zimmer, was featured on the stage with the orchestra during the performance of “A Simply Melody.” I am proud of the efforts of all our 4th graders!

To see photos of this event, click on the small photos in the lower left column. This will take you to my flickr photostream.

Class Compositions – a great success!!!!

Mrs. Ireland — Mon, 29 Mar 2010 01:10:41 +0000

Each class created a musical composition to record and videotape for the West Michigan Symphony “Link Up” program. The musical learning and teamwork needed to do quality work on this project has been amazing. I am excited to have the kids share their work with you as part of their Spring concert on May 6th.

Upcoming event – APRIL 21st – Link Up concert 10am – Dress nicely that day!

TALENT SHOW – THURSDAY, FEB. 18th

Mrs. Ireland — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 04:02:34 +0000

Join us as over 70 Holmes students show their talents in the Spring Lake High School auditorium at 7pm. Performers and emcees will meet Mrs. Ireland and Mrs. Berry in the seats on the right hand side at 6:50pm to get ready.