2-10-10 Flowers delivered to Strehle teachers and staff from Dianne
Friends:
Wednesday was my last day for my Story Fest Residency at Strehle. It was the day my upper grades performed: third, fourth, and fifth. First, my fifth graders performed for second grade. They did a great job and the second graders loved their performances. Two out of my three fifth classes performed their entire story without scripts. It was so cool to see the students rap and dance to the beat of a “beat master,” who created a beat with a pencil and a fist on a desk.
2-10-10 Ms. Walter's 5th grade class performs The Ant and the Grasshopper
Next my third graders performed for PK and Kindergarten classes. They did a great job and I loved seeing their stories come to life. It’s amazing that I only had three 45 minute periods to pull these performances together. I love how my method of story theater fosters cooperation, communication, and collaboration.
2-10-10 Ms. Guidry's third grade class performs The Turtle Who Could Not Stop Talking
After lunch, my fourth graders performed. After struggling with some of the classes in rehearsals, they surprised and delighted me with incredible performances. “The Little Red Hen” and “The Tortoise and the Hare” had great beats, cool raps that the students created, and fun dance moves that had the first graders practically on their feet! It was a magical moment to see my performing students connecting with their audience. I loved it!
2-10-10 Fourth graders perform for first graders on Story Fest Day
In the afternoon, PK did their annual Mardi Gras parade through the halls for all the students. It was so cute. They beat drums, wore crowns, and threw beads to spectators. Laissez les bon temps rouler! Let the good times roll!
2-10-10 PK marches the halls in their Strehle Mardi Gras parade
I treated the teachers to Krispy Kreme Donuts and had flowers delivered to thank them for having me at their school. I love the teachers and staff at Strehle. It feels like a second home to me!
2-10-10 (L-R) Fourth grade teachers, Ms. Landry (sitting), Ms. Till, and Ms. Creecy
I appreciate all the work the students of Strehle put into their performances. It was a blast and I loved every day I spent at the school.
2-10-10 A fourth grade student takes a picture with Ms. Dianne
Good work and I hope to see you next year, Strehle! You are stars!
Until next time…
Warmly, Dianne
