FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 13 AT 8AM IN MISS JACKSON'S ROOM.
Peru Trip, Depot Connections, Fires Anniversary, 100th Graduation Project and more important topics will be discussed. Don't Miss it!
Friday, September 6, 2013
Tuesday, May 28, 2013
Sign up by May 31st!
ALL THOSE INTERESTED IN GOING TO PERU IN 2015: Don't forget to sign up by May 31st to lock in your trip price and to stay in contact with Miss J and Seniorita for summer bagging opportunities.
Countdown: 748 days!
Lima, Peru
Cuzco, Peru
Countdown: 748 days!
Lima, Peru
Cuzco, Peru
Check Us Out at the Depot!
Throughout the school year, History Club members have visited the Depot in Moose Lake and helped with various projects. All of their hard work culminated with the finishing of the Country School Project this last week to be displayed over the summer at the museum.
Students researched various country schools that eventually fed larger area schools over the years (Willow River, Moose Lake and Barnum). Schools currently on display:
1-Education in the Territory of Minnesota (general introduction to education in the state in the 1800s) by Miss J
2-Kettle River School by Libbie Ring, Taylor Miller and Kayla Radel
3-Kalavela School by Mercedes Moffett
4-Birch Grove/Split Rock School by Alexis Babcock and Merissa Stevens
5-Denham School by Maddie Ross and Tayler Smith
6-Moose Lake School (1954) by Payton Grescyzk and Maddie Geil
A big thanks to Natalie, Dean and the rest of the Depot crew for all of their help as well as motivation! Feel free to head over the Depot and Fires of 1918 Museum to check out the History Club's work!!
Students researched various country schools that eventually fed larger area schools over the years (Willow River, Moose Lake and Barnum). Schools currently on display:
1-Education in the Territory of Minnesota (general introduction to education in the state in the 1800s) by Miss J
2-Kettle River School by Libbie Ring, Taylor Miller and Kayla Radel
3-Kalavela School by Mercedes Moffett
4-Birch Grove/Split Rock School by Alexis Babcock and Merissa Stevens
5-Denham School by Maddie Ross and Tayler Smith
6-Moose Lake School (1954) by Payton Grescyzk and Maddie Geil
A big thanks to Natalie, Dean and the rest of the Depot crew for all of their help as well as motivation! Feel free to head over the Depot and Fires of 1918 Museum to check out the History Club's work!!
Monday, May 6, 2013
State History Day 2013!
The History Club and specifically, the History Day girls, had a big day this last Saturday. The History Day competition is an intense research project (including a process paper and annotated bibliography) that focuses on a topic within a given theme. This year's theme was "A Turning Point in History". 30,000 students from across Minnesota complete projects each year. The regional competition was held in mid-March in Duluth. Moose Lake had four students compete at regionals this year. In her first year, Maddy Gamst did an exhibit board titled, "Dorothy Molter: The Root Beer Lady and the BWCWA." In their second years, Nicole Tekippe completed a documentary titled, "Sister Kenny: A Miracle for Polio" and Ellie Riihiluoma and Lauren Ross completed a documentary titled, "No Smoking or No Service: Establishing Non Smoking Restaurants in Minnesota." Ellie, Lauren and Nicole moved on to the state competition which was held this past Saturday at the UofM-Twin Cities. Only 1,200 students move on to the state competition and only 30 each in the documentary category.
At state, students present at first round judging that includes a number of questions from judges. Then, you wait. And wait. And finally, they project a list of students who make it to second round judging. (This is huge as all students who make second round will either place or receive honorable mention.) Second round judging is intense and an interesting process. They have three rooms. A first place room, which includes all those projects that scored first in first round judging, a second place room and a third place room. From there, two from the second place and one from the third place room flood into the first place room in which they are judged in competition to the first place projects. Nicole made second round and was placed in the third place room. Ellie and Lauren's project was placed in the first place room. They only had to show their project once. From the second and third place rooms, they only take three projects which then move on and need to be presented AGAIN. Nicole's project was selected to the first place room!! Essentially, what this means is that both projects were in the top 8 in the state!!!!! From judging, we headed to Williams Arena where the awards ceremony was held.
I'm soooooooo proud to announce that Nicole received an honorable mention (top 8!!) in the senior individual documentary category this year. Her documentary is awesome and has Minnesota connections. Lauren and Ellie received THIRD PLACE which is an ALTERNATE TO NATIONALS held in Washington, DC!!!! They competed in the senior group documentary category. Their video focused on Art's and Moose Lake as being a catalyst in the no smoking in restaurants movement in Minnesota. These are huge huge huge accomplishments and if you see the girls, please congratulate them. They truly put Moose Lake on the radar by placing these last few years, especially considering most History Day participants have History Day in their schools as part of their curriculum, not to mention most are huge metro schools like DeLasalle, the Blake School, Minneapolis South, etc. It's seriously crazy!! It was a very exciting day and I'm extremely proud of them.
At state, students present at first round judging that includes a number of questions from judges. Then, you wait. And wait. And finally, they project a list of students who make it to second round judging. (This is huge as all students who make second round will either place or receive honorable mention.) Second round judging is intense and an interesting process. They have three rooms. A first place room, which includes all those projects that scored first in first round judging, a second place room and a third place room. From there, two from the second place and one from the third place room flood into the first place room in which they are judged in competition to the first place projects. Nicole made second round and was placed in the third place room. Ellie and Lauren's project was placed in the first place room. They only had to show their project once. From the second and third place rooms, they only take three projects which then move on and need to be presented AGAIN. Nicole's project was selected to the first place room!! Essentially, what this means is that both projects were in the top 8 in the state!!!!! From judging, we headed to Williams Arena where the awards ceremony was held.
I'm soooooooo proud to announce that Nicole received an honorable mention (top 8!!) in the senior individual documentary category this year. Her documentary is awesome and has Minnesota connections. Lauren and Ellie received THIRD PLACE which is an ALTERNATE TO NATIONALS held in Washington, DC!!!! They competed in the senior group documentary category. Their video focused on Art's and Moose Lake as being a catalyst in the no smoking in restaurants movement in Minnesota. These are huge huge huge accomplishments and if you see the girls, please congratulate them. They truly put Moose Lake on the radar by placing these last few years, especially considering most History Day participants have History Day in their schools as part of their curriculum, not to mention most are huge metro schools like DeLasalle, the Blake School, Minneapolis South, etc. It's seriously crazy!! It was a very exciting day and I'm extremely proud of them.
Lauren Ross and Romelle, who is featured in their documentary
Lauren and Nicole at the Awards Ceremony
Putting Moose Lake on the map!
Nicole, Lauren and Ellie at State History Day 2013
Nicole, first round judging
Lauren, second round judging (Ellie had to leave for the play!)
Awards ceremony at Williams Arena
Nicole receiving her honorable mention medal!
Lauren receiving her 3rd place medal!
Monday, April 29, 2013
State History Day!
State History Day
THIS SATURDAY, May 4th at the University of Minnesota-Twin Cities.
Nicole Tekippe, "Sister Elizabeth Kenny: A Miracle for Polio", Documentary
Lauren Ross and Ellie Riihiluoma, "No Smoking or No Service: Establishing Non Smoking Restaurants in Minnesota", Documentary
Wednesday, April 17, 2013
Spring 2013 Updates!
Wow, the year has flown by! Unfortunately, instead of flowers and green grass we find ourselves greeted by snow and clouds. But no worries, there is a reason to smile again. The History Club has been busy with loads of activities! Here are some updates and information on upcoming events.
1. HISTORY DAY
This is the third year, Moose Lake students have participated in the Minnesota History Day Competition. Four students took part in the regional History Day event at UMD on Saturday, March 16. This year's theme was "A Turning Point in History". All students did an incredible job! Maddy Gamst, a seventh grade student, created an exhibit titled, "Dorothy Molter: Root Beer Lady and the BWCWA." Nicole Tekippe, a ninth grade student, created a documentary on "Sister Elizabeth Kenny: A Miracle for Polio." Finally, Ellie Riihiluoma and Lauren Ross featured a local story, and created a documentary called, "No Smoking or No Service: Establishing Non-Smoking Restaurants in Minnesota."Nicole, Ellie and Lauren are advancing to the state competition on Saturday, May 4th at the University of MN-Twin Cities. If you see any of the girls, be sure to congratulate all of their hard work!!!
You can view Lauren and Ellie's video here:
Lauren and Ellie's History Day Doc 2013
You can view Nicole's video here:
Nicole's History Day Doc 2013
2. THE DEPOT
There will be a History Club meeting THIS FRIDAY at 8 am in Miss J's room. We will be discussing the Depot and activities there. Students have been working (or need to get working!) on their exhibits on country schools for the Depot. This Friday, we will be going to the Depot to do further research. Students should finish their projects by the end of May to coordinate with the opening of the museum!
HC MEMBERS---MEET AT THE DEPOT AT 5:30 (OR AFTER SPORTS PRACTICE)
3. PERU!!
History Club members, along with Spanish students and Seniorita, have an opportunity to travel to Peru June 9-15, 2015. There will be an informational parent meeting on THURSDAY, MAY 9 at 5:30 in Ms. Olson's (Seniorita's) room. Please attend if you are interested....it's going to be a great trip!!
1. HISTORY DAY
This is the third year, Moose Lake students have participated in the Minnesota History Day Competition. Four students took part in the regional History Day event at UMD on Saturday, March 16. This year's theme was "A Turning Point in History". All students did an incredible job! Maddy Gamst, a seventh grade student, created an exhibit titled, "Dorothy Molter: Root Beer Lady and the BWCWA." Nicole Tekippe, a ninth grade student, created a documentary on "Sister Elizabeth Kenny: A Miracle for Polio." Finally, Ellie Riihiluoma and Lauren Ross featured a local story, and created a documentary called, "No Smoking or No Service: Establishing Non-Smoking Restaurants in Minnesota."Nicole, Ellie and Lauren are advancing to the state competition on Saturday, May 4th at the University of MN-Twin Cities. If you see any of the girls, be sure to congratulate all of their hard work!!!
You can view Lauren and Ellie's video here:
Lauren and Ellie's History Day Doc 2013
You can view Nicole's video here:
Nicole's History Day Doc 2013
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| Maddy Gamst at the Regional History Day Competition 2013 |
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| Maddy and Nicole and the token "thumbs up" for History Day! |
There will be a History Club meeting THIS FRIDAY at 8 am in Miss J's room. We will be discussing the Depot and activities there. Students have been working (or need to get working!) on their exhibits on country schools for the Depot. This Friday, we will be going to the Depot to do further research. Students should finish their projects by the end of May to coordinate with the opening of the museum!
HC MEMBERS---MEET AT THE DEPOT AT 5:30 (OR AFTER SPORTS PRACTICE)
3. PERU!!
History Club members, along with Spanish students and Seniorita, have an opportunity to travel to Peru June 9-15, 2015. There will be an informational parent meeting on THURSDAY, MAY 9 at 5:30 in Ms. Olson's (Seniorita's) room. Please attend if you are interested....it's going to be a great trip!!
Monday, February 11, 2013
History Club Visits the Minnesota History Center!
Last Friday, students in the History Club had the opportunity to do primary and secondary research at the Minnesota History Center in St.Paul. It was an amazing experience as students were expected to act and think like historical researchers. They were able to request and reference various primary sources only available at the History Center. When students weren't conducting research on their Country School project for the Depot or their History Day projects, they were able to explore the History Center's many exhibits. It was a great day!
Leah watching a film on Hubert H. Humphrey for her HD project.
Maddy Gamst, Kayla and Libbie looking through books from the early 1900s.
Maddie Ross and Tayler excited to be in St. Paul!
More research on the country schools that eventually made up Moose Lake Schools
Leah and Maddie G model the original Beats
Alexis and Maddie G hard at work
The whole crew
At the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul
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