Quest Postcard Project

Quest Postcard Project 

This year in Quest we have received a wonderful variety of postcards from all over the country and world. We love receiving mail each day and sharing it with our classmates. We are learning all about the different places around the world. This has been a favorite unit of study by many. "Oh the Places We Can Go!!"

PLE Quest.... How Does Your Garden Grow?!

PLE Quest.... How Does Your Garden Grow?!

PLE Quest has been eagerly awaiting to see our garden grow and to be able to harvest some delicious vegetables from it. We have planted bok choi, collards, and two different varieties of kale. Here are a few pictures of our garden and how well it is producing vegetables. 

Star Party 2018

Our Quest students and parents enjoyed an evening of star gazing, and learning so much about the planets and stars that make beautiful constellations in our night sky. We would like to thank, Dr. John Grant and Bill Nix for coming out, setting up the telescopes, and informing us on new and interesting facts about our galaxy. We had a great time and look forward to the next 

"Star Party".

Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf

By: Lois Ehlert

After reading Red Leaf, Yellow Leaf By: Lois Ehlert students learned the technique of leaf rubbing and created beautiful masterpieces. Check out our class video below. 

Quest Goes to NASA

Mrs. Holly Johnson’s 2nd grade Quest students have been learning about space and the many things that make up our Solar System and galaxy. Upon completing a unit entitled, “Mission Space”, the Quest students traveled to The Infinity Science Center at Stennis, and toured the NASA test sites where the rocket engines are tested. The students have enjoyed this unit of study and many have even said they want to be an astronaut when they grow up, and travel to Mars.

Garden News 

Our 2nd grade Quest classes have worked hard to get our fall and winter vegetables in the ground and ready for harvest within the next several months. Students have learned all about what it takes to care for plants, and how to properly plant them so that they will be productive plants. We have planted kale, collards, cabbage, and bok choi. These plants were started from seed and donated to us by Dr. John Braswell, retired horticulturist with MSU extension services. We are looking forward to observing the growth process and harvesting these healthy vegetables. After harvesting, we will prepare a feast for sampling how these vegetables can be a part of our everyday diet. 

#healthychoices

Dash and Dot Robotics 

We are so excited to work with Dash and Dot from Wonder Workshop. Dash and Dot are robots that connect with blocky and java script on the tablet. Students were amazed at how Dash and Dot worked and couldn't wait to give them a try. Students have learned how to code and use computer programming to send the robots to their destination. Here are a few pictures from our first run with Dash and Dot. We look forward to many more missions. 

Galaxy in a Bottle

Anti-Gravity S.T.E.M. Experiment

2nd grade Quest students made galaxies in a bottle and experienced the awesomeness of what it looks like in our galaxy called, "The Milky Way." This S.T.E.M. experiment took students on a journey that allowed them to see the forces of gravity and how they work with certain liquids. The materials used to make our galaxies in a bottle are the following…..

* Clear bottle with ¼ filled with water

* Baby oil or cooking oil - fill bottle ⅔ full (leave space at top)

* Food coloring (We used dark blue)

* Glitter (That was our favorite part)

Then you are ready to cap your bottle and shake it around to see what happens to the different liquids and glitter inside. We had a blast!!

Mission Space Projects

Mission Space Projects 

Our Quest students are having a blast as they learn about our solar system and everything that is in it. 

Look at all of these amazing projects that our students have been working on and bringing into class to share with everyone. We would like to also give a big shout out to the wonderful families that help make these projects possible. 

Solar System Sun Catchers

Fair Art

This year for the county fair, we created solar system sun catchers. We have been learning all about the different planets and used regular, day to day household items to create works of art. The students used a coffee filter and markers to create their own planet. After completing each coffee filter, the students sprayed their filters with a few blasts of water. We let them dry, and now look how amazing they turned out!! We were so proud to enter these creations in our Pearl River County Fair. 

Mission Space

2nd grade Quest classes are blasting off to a great year with our Mission Space Unit. The students are so excited to be learning so much about space and the galaxy we live in. During this topic of study, we will learn all about the planets, constellations, sun, moon, galaxy, space missions, and so much more. Here is a picture from our talking planetary mat that helps us go on galactic adventures. 

Brain Stations 

Brain Stations are a time for us to think outside the box and ignite our minds. Students are finding ways to become amazing problem solvers and didn't even realize it could be so much fun!! Here are some pictures of the cool things our students are working on. 

The titles of these brain station activities are: Hoppers, Rush Hour, Square Up, Pattern Play, OSMO, & Crankity. 

Saving Sam

Saving Sam is a S.T.E.M. challenge that requires students to work together to formulate a plan on how to rescue Sam and get him into his life preserve without falling into the water. The hardest part, was that students couldn't touch Sam with their fingers. They could only use paper clips to maneuver him around and free the life preserve from underneath the boat. The students loved this project and all agreed that several failed attempts made them stronger, and realized the importance of task commitment and communication.

Animal Habitats 

Our 2nd grade Quest students have been learning all about animals and their habitats. This unit of study has really helped our students learn about different species of animals, how they adapt and survive in the wild, where they live in the world, and so much more. Each student chose an animal of their choice and became an animal expert. After each student created and presented a slide show about their animals, we took a field trip to the Hattiesburg Zoo where we learned all about some interesting animals that are native from various places around the world. Here are some pictures from our trip. We had a great time and made many wonderful memories. 

Quest Garden Celebration 

Quest classes have been growing a spring garden and learning all about what it takes to raise fresh and healthy vegetables. The garden contains tomatoes, lettuce, spinach, yellow squash, collards, cabbage, bell peppers, and a variety of herbs. The garden has helped students see first hand where real food comes from. As an end of the year harvest celebration, the students came together and created their own salad. The students were so impressed with how fresh the salad tasted, and how easy it was to grow the vegetables themselves. We’re looking forward to continuing to grow seasonal vegetables in our garden each year, and raise awareness for healthy lifestyles.