Enrichment Clusters

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Sunset Park Enrichment Clusters
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Enrichment Cluster Schedule

• As we pilot this program this school year, we
  have set aside time for the clusters according to
  the following schedule
• (Fridays from 130pm-225pm)
• February 20, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 1
• February 27, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 2
• March 6, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 3
• March 13, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 4
• March 20, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 5
• March 27, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 6
• April 3, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 7
• April 10, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Day 8
• May 1, 2009 Enrichment Cluster Celebration

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K-1 Enrichment Clusters
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K-1
Imagination Station Mrs. Hartgrove

• Do you like to create things? Then Imagination
  Station is the place for you! Well see what
  exciting things we can create from junk! Youll
  be able to use your imagination to create
  something exciting. The only rule for your
  creation is that you have fun doing it!

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K-1
Make a Book Mrs. Finley
Join in the fun with favorite childrens
literature. Students will create different types
of books (Pop-up, Pull-down Flap) to retell
stories.
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A Literary Journey into Fantasies, Fables and
Folktales Mrs. Davis
K-1
Do you like adventure? Would you like to go on
a journey? Would you like to meet wizards,
fairies, heroes, or animals that talk? If so
join us for a Literary Journey into Fantasies,
Fables and Folktales. This enrichment class will
analyze the unique qualities of these types of
literature. We will also learn how culture and
tradition are conveyed through folklore.
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K-1
Stir up a Book Ms. Bowman Mrs. Russell
Indulge in a sweet opportunity to feast on
literature, math, and science through the art of
cooking. Read and listen to delightful stories
then prepare thematic recipes to nourish the
brain. Enjoy a scrumptious treat after each
session!
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Its All About Spanish Mrs. Kampa
K-1
Students will engage in the Hispanic culture,
communication, connections, comparisons, and
communities around them. Students will also be
engaged in authentic dances and sample authentic
Hispanic dishes.
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Live from Sunset Park Fairy Tale Theatre Mrs.
Holt
K-1
Students will participate in a Readers Theatre
of classic fairy tales. In addition to having
opportunities to practice reading with fluency,
phrasing and expression, children will also
develop and extend their literacy skills during
the follow-up discussions. A total of 7
different fairy tales will be studied during the
Enrichment Cluster. .
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2nd - 3rd Enrichment Clusters
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Scrabble Babble Mrs. Edwards
2-3
Students will apply strategies to compete at
the board game, SCRABBLE. They will create list
of possible words to use during the challenge and
demonstrate an understanding of the rules of the
game. Students will be able to support and
defend their words, and evaluate the opponents
words. .
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Digital Storytelling Mrs. Phelan
2-3
Students will use computers, pictures, videos,
narration and music to create, share and enhance
stories. Students will select a topic, write the
script, take the pictures/videos, import and
arrange the images, add music and narration, edit
and create a story using Moviemaker program. .
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Creative Dramatics with Puppets Mrs. Shepard
2-3
Students will listen to several short stories
that have been retold. The group will then work
together to write an original script for a retold
story of their choice. Students will then make
puppets and props for the play. Lastly, students
will perform their play and puppets for younger
students.
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Sunset Park Goes Green Ms. Nowell Ms.
Yianopolous
2-3
Students will create, design, observe and
maintain a garden (flower, herb, and/or
vegetable) with a focus on giving back to the
Earth that is attractive and beneficial to the
community. Students will create an earthworm
farm to learn about decomposition and nourishing
the soil. Students will set up a farmers market
to sell flowers and herbs (for Mothers Day) and
vegetables.
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Creative Stitching Mrs. Gray
2-3
Learn the basics used in Cross Stitch
Embroidery. Use your skills and tools to create
a unique design or choose from some pre-selected
patterns.
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Leadership with Style and Character Development
Mrs. Cato and Mrs. Ishmael
2-3
Are you a leader and a good role model? Do you
like to take the initiative to help others? If
so, this is the cluster for you. Students will be
able to creatively learn leadership and character
development skills through fun activities,
speakers, and crafts. Other benefits include
improving listening skills, critical thinking,
communication skills, and social problem-solving
skills through a series of hands-on activities
and discussions.
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Scrappers R Us Mrs. Blackwell
2-3
Come one, come all! If you like photography,
writing, art and scrapbooking, then you are the
person we need. Scrappers R Us will photograph,
journal, and create a scrapbook for teaching
students in our primary grades. If you want the
opportunity to show off your skills, join
Scrappers R Us.
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Junior Achievement Parent Volunteers
2-3
Do you want to be successful? Are you interested
in money? Do you want to own your own business
one day? Well if you do, Junior Achievement is
the best way to learn about money and business as
you make plans to improve the quality of your
life
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4th-5th Enrichment Clusters
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The Great Debaters Mrs. T. Young
4-5
Are you strong willed, with strong opinions and
love to express yourself verbally? Do you have
views or issues that you think are not being
addressed? Then you need toDebate About It!
Come and learn how to effectively have your
opinion heard! You are the voice of the future!
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Sew What? Mrs. Passmore
4-5
Students will be engaged in various hand-sewing
projects using various recycled fabric and
clothing. Example projects are making mittens
from old sweaters and t-shirt pillows.
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Crime Scene Investigation Mrs. Gifford
4-5
Students will solve crimes through observation,
experiments, and deductive reasoning. Students
will work in groups to collect evidence, analyze
it, and eliminate suspects until the culprit is
discovered. Each class will be a separate crime
and each team will compete to solve the crime
first.

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Speedminton Ms. Bundy
4-5
Speedminton is a new racquet sport that blends
the games of badminton, racquetball and tennis.
Speedminton is a high energy game that can be
played at a recreational level or a competitive
level. While fun, speedminton is a fun way to
improve ones fitness and coordination skills.
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Jr. Lego Leagues Climate Connections Mrs. Shive
4-5
Students will conduct research about global
climate change and the problems it presents.
Then, theyll begin an introductory exploration
of physical science and technology elements using
Legos in the search for solutions.
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Tone Chime Ringers Ms. Cooke
4-5
Tone Chime Ringers will learn to play tone
chimes, a beautiful melodious instrument. Each
student will be given a note to play and the
group will work collaboratively to learn several
tone chime pieces.
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Junior Achievement Parent Volunteers
4-5
Do you want to be successful? Are you interested
in money? Do you want to own your own business
one day? Well if you do, Junior Achievement is
the best way to learn about money and business as
you make plans to improve the quality of your
life
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Who dun it??? Are you sure??? Howd ya do
that??? Mrs. Williams
4-5
A mystery. A challenge. But you will love it!!
This cluster is filled with mystery and
strategies. The mystery begins with critical
listening as the audience listens to short 5
minute who-done-it scenarios designed to make the
audience listen for details in thought provoking
stories in order to solve high level mysteries.
Students will have the opportunity to participate
in different strategies which will challenge the
mind in ways of thinking and creativity.
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Hard Hatting in a Geoworld Mrs. OGrady-Jones
4-5
Students will explore the math and science used
in building structures from towers to bridges.
Students will construct their own toothpick
bridge according to specific standards. We will
finish by testing the strength of each bridge.
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Mythology Madness Mrs. Bostic
4-5
If you want to learn about a woman who had snakes
for hair, dogs with three heads, or King Midas
Golden Touch, then you will want to come to
Mythology Madness. Learn about monsters, heroes,
gods, and goddesses of ancient Greece and Rome.
Who were Zeus, Hercules, King Midas and Medusa?
What was in Pandoras Box? What was the answer to
the riddle of the Sphinx? You will create your
own mythical creature, write your own myth, or
trace the family tree of Mount Olympus in
Mythology Madness.
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New York, New York! Mrs. Ducharme
4-5
Can you say Broadway? In this cluster, students
will have a chance to take the big stage while
performing a Readers Theatre production. No
acting experience necessary, but be prepared to
be expressive!
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Pay it Forward Changing the World One Step at
a Time Mrs. C. Young
4-5
Are you a person who likes to help others and
tries to make the world a better place by your
attitude and actions? Heres a cluster for you!
Good ideas inspire more good ideas. Come join
this cluster to learn about and inspire yourself
and others to make social changes that make our
school and community a more positive and caring
place in which to live.
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Culinary Cuisine Mrs. Schlauch
4-5
Do you love to eat? Well why dont you try your
hand at cooking? Students in this enrichment
cluster will design, plan and cook a favorite
dish. We will sample some ourselves and make
enough to share with a local shelter.
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Drama Queens Kings Mrs. Reynolds
4-5
Come and use your drama skills to write,
produce, and star in your very own show. We will
work together to create the best show Sunset Park
has ever seen! You have to be a hard worker who
enjoys fun!
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Multi-Grade Level Enrichment Clusters
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High Tech Treasure Hunts Geocaching Ms. Cagle
2-5
Join me for a modern-day treasure hunt!
Geocaching is a puzzle to solve, a brain teaser,
a hidden treasure. The learning possibilities
involved in geocaching are endless. Youll use
your understanding of latitude, longitude, basic
geography tools, problem solving, and technology
to learn more about the area around Sunset Park.
By using GPS devices, you will use technology
that is fun and useful. Geocaching will exercise
your mind and body. Join me for an adventure
that will last a life time!
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German Videos Your are the Teacher, You are the
Star! Frau Snyder
K-5
Students will audition to be cast in educational
videos that will be used during German class at
SPES. Students will sing, role play and have
conversations with puppets, Frau Snyder, their
classmates and guests.
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Enrichment Clusters Selection Form
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Enrichment Cluster Selections

• Enrichment Clusters will begin soon. Your child
  should select three clusters that interest them,
  though he or she will only be placed in one
  cluster. Students will attend this cluster
  through the completion of the 8-week session
  block.
• To help your students select clusters, we
  suggest that you begin by encouraging them to
  examine clusters about topics that they like or
  that they are interested in pursuing in greater
  depth.
• As we pilot this new program, please note that
  clusters are offered to specific grade levels.
  Placement into clusters will be based on student
  choices and available space and will be conducted
  on a first-come, first served basis.

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Enrichment Clusters Selection Form

• Students Name___________________________________
• Classroom Teacher________________________ Grade
  ________
• Enrichment Cluster Selections
• 1st Selection_____________________________________
  ______
• 2nd Selection_____________________________________
  _____
• 3rd Selection_____________________________________
  _____
• Please return this form to your childs teacher
  by
• January 23, 2009.

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For More Information

• Richard W. Pickering, Sr.
• Accelerated Studies Coordinator
• rpickeri_at_rock-hill.k12.sc.us
• 803.985.3035 Direct Line
• 803.981.1260 Main Office of Sunset Park