Sunday, July 26, 2009

A Visit from our Featured Artist

Martin Horspool a New Zealand artist who creates 3D sculptures of robots from recycled junk. Today he visited us and talked about his robots, how and why he makes them. He also spoke about creating balance and personality in his robots.

Thursday, July 23, 2009

Bryan tells us about TEACH

This term we are learning about the inquiry process. T stands for "tune in". Its about asking questions and getting all the information you need. E stands for "explore", researching information and using effective key words. A stands for "acquire", gathering information. C stands for "communicate", choose and sort your information and credit your sources, and present your information creatively. H stands for "how did it work", "have I answered my questions? How well did I do it? And all the letters stand for T.E.A.C.H.

By Bryan

Friday, July 3, 2009

Trash 2 Fashion



Thanks to Westpac who helped sponsor this show and great supporters of the Team 17 digital classroom.

Wednesday, July 1, 2009

Choir at Dress Rehearsal

During our school Trash to Fashion rehearsal, the middle syndicate choir members performed a song they are singing on Thursday night.