- Use the signs to signify different center areas around the room. Assign a different sign to each of these activities: Literacy center, Math center, directed drawing center, Writing center, Reading Center (put out some snow themed books), etc..If you use your signs this way, students can use the provided checklist and check off each station as they finish.
- Use the signs for student group names.
My New Life Inside a Snow Globe
That’s a wrap on the 2022/23 season– and wow– what an incredible and historic winter to experience as my first at Sugar Bowl. When I got the opportunity to join Team Sugar Bowl last summer, my family and I were excited by the adventure of moving from New Zealand to California. I never imagined our new home would be inside a snow globe. I have never seen or experienced so much snow in my mountain career of 35 years except for those special times I have been privileged to ski on glaciers. Before we jump into our season recap, I’d like to thank you all from the bottom of my heart for welcoming me to Sugar Bowl. It is an honor to be part of this special community.
The 2022/23 winter season was nothing short of wild. From December through March, storm after storm slammed into Donner Summit, stacking up to 797” of cumulative snowfall (over 20 meters). My first introduction to Sugar Bowl was a season that rivaled some of Sugar Bowl’s deepest winters, including 2016/17 (795”) and 1983/84 (829”). And I love it.
All that snow made it rather tricky to get here, but those who could make it were treated to endless powder runs. The big winter allowed us to extend the season until the end of April, and we were proud to spin the lifts over 150 days this season. One third of our operating days were powder days, which is just mind-blowing. At times the storms tested our resolve, and our community had to dig deep, relying on our passion for Donner Summit and all the gifts it provides. After nearly six months of winter, April’s sunshine was a sight for sore eyes. A few blissful weeks of spring skiing were the cherry on top of an exceptionally snowy winter.
Additionally, we were thrilled to open our newest operation, Sugar Rush Tubing, which expanded our winter recreation opportunities to a broader audience. And we also celebrated Royal Gorge’s 50th season. Between Sugar Bowl, Sugar Rush, and Royal Gorge, we are excited to bring three exceptional snow experiences together.
Now that I have a proper Donner Summit winter under my belt, I’m excited to work with our team during the off season to level up the guest experience. I’m thrilled to continue honoring the legacy of Sugar Bowl while pushing to modernize and improve your time at the mountain. Look for many meaningful improvements for next season, both large and small. What those are, I can’t say just yet, but I’m eager to dig in and strategize with the team.
Thank you all once again for a wonderful season, for welcoming my family to Sugar Bowl, and for loving and appreciating our team.
You are all legends,
BRIDGET LEGNAVSKY
Sugar Bowl Resort | Royal Gorge Cross Country
Snow Globe Schedule
The Snow Globe Schedule is your ONE STOP SHOP when it comes to planning this special winter party day. (If you are wanting to plan a Winter Holiday Party, head to this post.) This classroom transformation is full of winter party ideas! Our team has laid out the party for you complete with notes to send home, snack and decor ideas and all the printables you will need for centers, crafts and learning links. Every activity mentioned on this schedule can be found on All Access.
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Plan & Prep
What things can be planned and prepped before the party? Use this section as your Snow Globe Transformation to do list!
Home Note
Sending a note home can help students prepare for the party and keeps parents in the loop. This home note is available in two versions: editable and print and go. The print and go version asks students to bring a stuffed animal as well as a mitten and winter hat for accessories.
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Snow Themed Signs & Checklist
There are 8 different winter themed signs plus a student signs checklist and a Rules & Guidelines sign to post around your classroom. Ideas for using the signs:
- Use the signs to signify different center areas around the room. Assign a different sign to each of these activities: Literacy center, Math center, directed drawing center, Writing center, Reading Center (put out some snow themed books), etc..If you use your signs this way, students can use the provided checklist and check off each station as they finish.
- Use the signs for student group names.
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Certificate & Brag Tags
When the Snow Globe day is complete, send your students home with these cute souvenirs: a Snow Globe Day certificate AND Snow Globe Day brag tags!
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Decor Ideas
The Snow Globe Classroom Transformation resource has SO MANY decor ideas! Some can be printed or student created, so may need to be purchased. The decor list is available on All Access, and can be downloaded below. But, before you run to All Access, here is a categorized list of decor ideas:
On All Access
- Snow Globe Day Banner (Color or Black & White Version-have the students color it!)
- Directed Drawings: have students create these a few days before the party and hang them around the room. Bonus idea: have students cut their drawings out and hang them on string for an oh so cute garland!
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Printable or Crafted
- Paper snowflakes-students can make these and try to use symmetry
- Print off an oversized Snowy Village-put on blue butcher paper and hang on the wall
- Snowmen made out of boxes
- Bring in any snowshoes or skis to prop against the wall. These pros are great for photo ops!
- Fake pine trees-smaller works best
- Project a Winter Scene
- Stuffed Arctic Animals
- Construction paper mittens, hat or scarves
- Penguin Window Clings
- Classroom door Snow Globe-use butcher paper to make the classroom door a snow globe!
Optional Purchases
- Plastic blue tablecloths-put on the tables or lay them on the floor to make them look like skating rinks
- White/Silver confetti for snow
- Spray snow for windows
- White sheets or tablecloths: Hang from the ceiling or to cover tables
- Quilt Batting for snow
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