It is hard to believe it is already this time of year.  Wow!  I hope you all had a wonderful Thanksgiving day.  I often reflect on the many things that I am thankful for.  One of those things is the opportunity to have a job that I love, to be a teacher.  Despite the challenges and sometimes tough days, I really do love what I do.  The biggest reason for that, is the kids.  I'm thankful for such a great group of students to work with in my classroom.  As a new father (Brodie is over 8 months old now!) I am gaining an even better understanding of the work that goes into raising a child.  So, at the end of this Thanksgiving weekend, I must also give thanks to you, the parents and families of these young children.  I truly believe that you are the greatest educators of the children.  Mahalo for all that you do!  See below for a few pictures of some great kiddos.

Students in room E-104 have been getting some great hands on experience with metamorphosis.  Students have been taking care of mealworms and observing them go through 3 out of their 4 stages of metamorphosis (egg, larva, pupa, adult).  Check the posts below for some pictures of some of our scientists hard at work.