Welcome back to G.A.T.E. 2013-2014!

Our essential concept/theme for this school year will be "Celebrating our Differences!"  Through research using the IIM (Independent Investigation Method), art endeavors, and technology adventures, GATE students will have the opportunity to learn about cultures and traditions from around the world.  Students will also have the chance to learn about their own personal learning styles and personalities.  Through these explorations, we hope to CELEBRATE OUR DIFFERENCES and APPRECIATE others!

AES is fortunate to have our Chinese teacher, Mrs. Lakur Yu, back on our campus for this year.  Mrs. Yu has many interesting stories to tell about growing up in China.  I look forward to her visiting our GATE classes to share about the culture, the language, and - of course, ORIGAMI!   One of our 3rd grade moms has offered to share with the students about her experiences living in Japan.  I know we will learn a great deal from her!  Also, we hope to learn from our friends who have family in Mexico about traditions and customs there.  This year will be enlightening for all of us as we find similarities with others and CELEBRATE the differences.

As usual we will continue different art activities as well as learn many new applications on our MacBooks.  I am excited to see my 4th graders who became part of my GATE family last year and I look forward to getting to know my new 3rd graders next week!

Welcome back to GATE!