Catch-Up Before Fall Break

Rusty Ruff

Ruff ruff! Hey there, Ruff Pups and proud pack parents! Ready for a fur-filled episode? All right, here we go—what do you get when you cross a snowman and a dog? Frostbite! Ha! Gets me every time, Mrs. Ruff.

Mrs. Ruff

Oh, Rusty, you always start us off with a giggle. Hello, wonderful listeners! I’m Mrs. Ruff, and we’re so glad you’re tuning in for our “Catch-Up Before Fall Break” episode. It means so much that you join us each week to celebrate all things Room 210. Whether you’re in our class or just part of our extended "paw-cast" family, we can’t wait to share the highlights and happiness from this week.

Rusty Ruff

Absolutely, Mrs. Ruff! There’s a lot to “dig up” before fall break—you could say we’ve been busy as terriers in a tennis ball factory!

Mrs. Ruff

Let’s get started with a huge round of “paws” for our Top Dog of the Week: Ethan. This week, Ethan has really stood out—not just because he’s always ready to learn, but because he brings such thoughtful ideas to our discussions. He listens, he asks great questions, and I’ve noticed the whole class thinks a little deeper when Ethan shares his thoughts.

Rusty Ruff

Oh, I noticed that too! Every time Ethan joins in, it feels like the room just lights up. Kinda like when you find out your walk is gonna be a double loop around the block. He’s focused, kind, always responsible—and a fantastic friend to everyone. Way to go, Ethan! I hope you’re wagging your tail extra proud this week.

Mrs. Ruff

And, you know, it wasn’t just Ethan showing kindness. We’ve seen Henry spreading those happy vibes all around the classroom—his good mood is honestly contagious. And Priyanka, she’s always making sure everyone’s included and feels valued. Those are the kind of moments that make this pack so special!

Rusty Ruff

That’s PAW-some to hear. As we said before—kindness really does ripple through the pack. Love seeing our “positivity challenges” from earlier episodes keep showing up in new ways.

Mrs. Ruff

Alright, let’s talk about some “tales from the pack”! So—our class has been buzzing with something new: the Anti-Six-Seven Movement. This movement got started because a few students wanted to change the way we talk about, um, a certain...number combination you find all over social media. They actually made their own badges to wear and are, really respectfully, helping us notice that we don't have to say six seeeeven every time the numbers come up..

Rusty Ruff

Oh, I’ve seen those badges! I might need one for myself because, confession—I still end up giggling when I see that number come up on a worksheet. I just can’t help it! But seriously, that’s leadership. Taking the initiative to start something, and doing it kindly? That’s what being a Top Dog’s all about.

Mrs. Ruff

Absolutely! And we can’t forget the amazing Halloween party. Thank you to all our families and helpers for turning Room 210 into a place full of games, giggles, and, okay, just a little too much candy. It made the day so special for everyone.

Rusty Ruff

That party was the highlight of my week!

Mrs. Ruff

Now, for a learning roundup—because we’ve had some awesome academics happening! We just finished “Thunder Rolling in the Mountains.” This week, students are looking closely at Chief Joseph’s Lincoln Town Hall Speech—comparing what he believed with what the U.S. Government believed. The way everyone digs for evidence and connects ideas makes me so proud!

Rusty Ruff

You’ve got real super-sleuths in there, Mrs. Ruff! And it’s not just reading, right? I spotted lots of fraction action around the room—I mean, adding, subtracting, even those tricky mixed numbers. You should’ve seen me try to split a pizza into five equal pieces once. Turns out, fractions are harder when you’re hungry!

Mrs. Ruff

Fractions definitely test our brains, but these Ruff Pups are mastering them—now if only we could conquer those tricky word problems! In science, things have been extra creative: we’re “cooking up” food web restaurant menus. Each student picks an environment, researches all the critters living there—producers, consumers, decomposers, scavengers—and comes up with delicious dishes for each kind of organism. It’s food and science all in one!

Rusty Ruff

I love that! It’s like being a chef for science class—“Tonight’s special, fresh pond algae on detritus toast!” Ha! And you can’t forget Genius Hour—everyone’s picking topics they want to know more about, making plans, and, from what I hear, the ideas for sharing what they learn are “genius” all on their own.

Mrs. Ruff

Genius Hour is honestly the highlight for so many. Watching students dive into what excites them—whether it’s history, science, or a special talent—I know I'm going to learn something new right along with them. I really can’t wait for their presentations after break.

Rusty Ruff

Before we wrap up—I wanna say, I’m thankful for every laugh, learning leap, and tail wag in this classroom pack. And, okay, I’m grateful for sunny days—perfect for chasing tennis balls, even the soggy ones!

Mrs. Ruff

I’m so thankful for all our students and families. Your support, your kindness, and the way you make our learning community strong—it inspires me every single day. As we head into fall break, remember to relax, recharge, and maybe spread some extra kindness at home too.

Rusty Ruff

This was a PAW-some episode! Thanks for letting us share your stories, Ruff Pups. We’ll be back after the break with more tails and more tales. Ruff ruff—see you soon, Mrs. Ruff!

Mrs. Ruff

Bye for now, Rusty! And to all our listeners, remember: Don’t say anything to yourself that you wouldn’t say to someone else. Take care, and have a wonderful break, everyone!