The Closing Meeting Podcast
Episodes
On today’s episode, we will discuss the origin story of the Closing Meeting Podcast. We will reflect with Ms. Archibald about our highs and lows from the school year. We will give a few shoutouts and thank you's. Lastly, Ms. Archibald and I will answer a question from a school committee member: What would you like to bring with you from the COVID year into next year?
On today’s podcast, fourth graders answer a question from Ms. Corduck, the principal at Bowman School. Students share their excitement to take part in various leadership roles. Students are eyeing Spaghetti Dinner, Nature’s Classroom, and more independence as they get ready to begin fifth grade and head to middle school.
On today’s podcast, students will answer the question, "If your inner voice was an actual person and talked to you the way it usually does, would you enjoy the conversation and keep in touch with them?" The conversation begins with students explaining the positives and negatives of having a friend know their innermost thoughts. Finally, we give our inner voice a name.
On today’s podcast, we will answer the question, “What food is best to eat with chocolate?” Students will discuss the merits of blending chocolate with mint. They will also discuss if chocolate goes better with sweet or savory foods. Finally, the class gets into a heated debate about coconut and nuts with chocolate.
Disclaimer: A lot of listeners have asked, “Is this what a closing meeting sounds like in your class?” and “How are the conversations so smooth?” This podcast was not heavily edited on purpose.
In doing so, you’ll hear more of the natural banter between the students. Year 8 Brufftopians have strong opinions and a great sense of humor. While we may disagree strongly with one another, we do it with a smile and understanding.
In doing so, you’ll hear more of the natural banter between the students. Year 8 Brufftopians have strong opinions and a great sense of humor. While we may disagree strongly with one another, we do it with a smile and understanding.
On today’s podcast, we will answer the question: What’s the best bread for a sandwich? Students will discuss the merits of peanut butter on bread. We’ll debate if a hot dog in a bun constitutes a sandwich. And lastly, we will clearly define what a sandwich is.
On today’s podcast, Mrs. Loof, the Bowman School librarian, and Ms. London, the Bowman School music teacher discuss teaching remote students. We talk about tech issues and ongoing projects. Finally, the two teachers indulge the Brufftopians in a light hearted conversation about the guardians of the underworld ushering in the zombie apocalypse.
On today’s podcast, Mr. Kane, a physical education teacher at Bowman, discusses the challenges of teaching PE to remote students. Throughout our time with Mr. Kane, he talks about his desire to be creative and fun, and finally, Mr. Kane discusses what he has learned about himself teaching remote students.
On today’s podcast, students talk with Ms. Aikenhead, a literacy specialist at Bowman. She will explain how the pandemic affected her role, what it’s like to be a teacher, and one thing she could change about being a teacher.
On today’s podcast, students talk with Mrs. Bennett, a third grade teacher at Bowman. She will relay her tale of education’s Goldilocks and the 3 Teaching Positions. Finally, we will discuss best practices for learning in school.
On today’s podcast, our guest, Mr. Taylor, shares insight of teaching remotely and what his classroom has felt like since the full-return. Throughout the podcast he gives helpful remote learning tips and gives fourth grade students a peek into next school year.
On today’s podcast, Mr. P and Mr. Willis are featured guests on The Closing Meeting. Both, Mr. P. and Mr. Willis, are school counselors at Estabrook School. During the episode we will discuss challenges faced by the school counselors. Most importantly, we discuss the value of persistence and pushing through obstacles.
On today’s podcast, we welcome Ms. Durling, the third grade RLA teacher at Bowman. In the podcast, we will talk about her likes and dislikes of remote learning. Ms. Durling will discuss creative remote learning tips she’d like to see when students return to school full time. Lastly, we will discuss what could make remote learning better.
On today’s podcast, we will talk with Mr. Starr, a Bowman counselor. We will discuss a wide range of topics including: What's it like being a counselor in remote learning? Mr. Starr’s origin story of becoming a counselor, how Mr. Starr works with Bowman students that are remote. Finally, Mr. Starr indulges us on his ideas of the zombies and a possible cat apocalypse.
On today’s podcast, students will answer a question from Mr. Kane, the PE teacher at Bowman. He’d like to know, what will be the most lasting memory of remote learning when students reflect back to this time 15-20 years from now? Also, we will dive into a Brufftopian fringe conspiracy theory.
On today's podcast, you’ll hear from Yasemin, Drake, Alejandro, and Anusha. They will share their opinions on remote learning. For example in our podcast one of the likes of remote learning was that you could read a book without your teacher noticing.
On today's podcast, Ahi, Bennett, Jia, Audrey Y., and Nikita will be talking about tech issues with Mr. Bruff. One issue that will be discussed is network issues. Another topic we will discuss are the problems created by the tech issues.
Today, we will be talking about what subjects are like in remote learning, such as favorite subjects in RLA, and how they are. We'll be hearing a couple of opinions from some students about subjects in RLA. Also, we’ll talk about the hard things and relatable experiences about online assignments, turning them in and tips to help your online assignments go more smoothly.
On today’s podcast, the composer will share his creative process, experience, and give a helpful tip to use Garage Band. Fourth graders will answer a question from Ms. Aikenhead, a literacy specialist at Bowman. What gets you to do your best and your most writing when you’re working from your home learning space? And, how have you been choosing books to read?
On today’s podcast, you’ll get a peek into our daily closing meeting. Students will discuss their favorite graphic novels and comics. Get your pen and notepad ready, you don’t want to miss your chance to write down titles of fourth-grade approved graphic novels.
Fourth-grade students are given an open-ended question where they are expected to reflect on their lives, reflect on remote learning, but most often, students are given something out of this world to consider. With April vacation looming in the near future, we will discuss driving long distances and traveling with family on road trips.
Click to listen to Episode One: Likes and Dislikes of Remote Learning
Fourth graders will discuss a wide range of remote learning topics. First, we will dive into the likes and dislikes of learning at home, next, we will learn what really goes on in breakout rooms. Then, students will give good advice for getting through challenging days behind the screen, and most importantly, we will learn how students connect with friends while learning from home.
Fourth graders will discuss a wide range of remote learning topics. First, we will dive into the likes and dislikes of learning at home, next, we will learn what really goes on in breakout rooms. Then, students will give good advice for getting through challenging days behind the screen, and most importantly, we will learn how students connect with friends while learning from home.
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is recording the podcast? Fourth Grade Remote Learning students in Ms. Archibald's and Mr. Bruff's classroom.
What is The Closing Meeting podcast? It is a fun way for Grade 4 Bowman students to discuss remote learning.
What is The Closing Meeting podcast? It is a fun way for Grade 4 Bowman students to discuss remote learning.