Minshew Elementary

Celebrate Library Month with Us! ✨ This Library Month, we’re celebrating the magic of books and reading! Join us for a month full of exciting activities and events that highlight the power of libraries and the joy of reading. Every student will be entered into a drawing for a FREE BOOK just by participating in the fun! Let’s make this Library Month one to remember!

This week in Kindergarten, we've been diving into an exciting STEAM lesson with LEGO Education, introducing the fundamentals of coding. Our students are learning to program their trains using "action bricks" to perform various tasks. We started by asking the students if they've ever taken a train, subway, or tram and where they went. Then, we played the choo choo train game, where students lined up, put their hands on the shoulders of the person in front of them, and moved around the classroom like a train, stopping when we said "red light." Next, we explored building models using printable model cards or the LEGO® Education Coding Express set. Students worked together to build a double-ended track, starting at the train station and using a LEGO® DUPLO® figure as a passenger. They helped the passenger get to the harbor by programming the train to stop using red action bricks. We explained the different ways to stop the train and discussed the function of red action bricks. Students built longer tracks and created more stops, using green action bricks to see how the train reacted. Throughout the lesson, we evaluated students' progress by observing their collaborative efforts, algorithm creation, and use of action bricks to complete tasks. This hands-on experience has been a fantastic way for our students to learn coding fundamentals while having fun! What a week of learning and discovery!

2nd Grade Learning in Action This week in 2nd grade, they are’ diving into exciting topics! First, they explored the fascinating world of animal behaviors and structures! The students are learning how animals' behaviors and body structures help them survive and thrive in their environments. They’ve been investigating how animals adapt in unique ways to their habitats! Next, it’s time for some math fun! They’ve been practicing multiplication by using arrays to better understand how numbers fit together. Students are building their arrays by grouping objects and visualizing how multiplication works—making it easier and more fun to learn! This combination of science and math is keeping our students engaged and excited to learn! Keep up the great work, 2nd graders!

First Grade is Crushing the ST Math Puzzles! They’re leading the lower grades with the most puzzles completed and showing no signs of slowing down! To keep the momentum going, they got a special visit from Jiji to help motivate them and keep that lead strong! Keep it up, First Grade!

Heads up, Colts! The STAAR test will be taking place on the following dates.: April 10 Reading 3rd -5th April 17 Science 5th grade April 22 Math 3rd -5th In order to give our students the best environment for success, the campus will be closed to visitors during these days. Let's keep the focus strong and make sure our Colts can do their absolute best! We appreciate your understanding and support. Let’s show them what we’re made of!

PACK WEEK McKinney ISD Health Services will be participating in our annual healthy eating initiative called PACK (Pack Assorted Colors for Kids) during the week of April 7th through April 11th. The focus of PACK Week is to eat a wide variety of colorful fruits and vegetables, as each has its own nutritional benefit. Each day during PACK week has been assigned a different color, and we are asking you to help your child eat the color of the food for that day. All forms count: fresh food, dried food, canned food, or even 100% juice! It’s easy to eat more fruits and vegetables each day. Don't have that color of food? NO problem! Here are some other ways to participate: • Look a food up on the internet and discuss its benefits, texture and taste. • Draw or color a picture of the food. • Check out the PACK WEEK website for fun activity pages here. • Wear the color for the day!

Hurry! Only a Few Days Left to Order Your Yearbook! Don't miss out on preserving all those memories! The clock is ticking—order your yearbook today before it’s too late. Deadline: April 15th Order Link: https://bit.ly/24-25MINYB Make sure you don't miss out on this keepsake

We can't wait to see you atl Open House! Join us to celebrate the incredible growth and progress of these amazing students! It's a time to reflect on their hard work and achievements this year. And, don’t forget to visit the Book Fair —a great way to support our library and find some new favorite reads! See you there!

We’re learning about many different cultures here at Minshew as we prepare for Culture Night on April 15th. Here the first graders are practicing hard for their Culture Night performance!

Read Across America was a day to remember for our Minshew Colts! A huge thank you to all the amazing readers who took the time to come and share stories with our students. Your presence made a lasting impact, and we’re so grateful for your support! A special shoutout to Ms. Moody and her incredible team for organizing such a fantastic event for our Colts. Your hard work and dedication made this day unforgettable for both our students and staff

A huge shoutout to our out-of-this-world teacher of the week, Ms. Moody! 🌟 Thank you for your hard work and dedication in making Read Across America such a fantastic experience for our Colts! 📚 Your passion and commitment to bringing in wonderful readers and sharing amazing stories did not go unnoticed. We truly appreciate all the time and effort you put into making this event a success! Our Colts are so lucky to have you guiding them.

Minshew students come to art class once each week where they draw, paint, sculpt, and more. But did you know that we also have an after school club? Students in 4th and 5th grade have the opportunity to join our photography club. Here you see some of our students working on outdoor portraits.

It's Coming! Our Spring Book Fair is almost here! Preview Days: Thursday & Friday First Day to Shop: Monday, March 31st eWallets: Available now on the Book Fair homepage! Shop Here: https://www.scholastic.com/bf/minshewelementary

Have you ordered a yearbook? Make sure to get one before March 31st for 20$! Don't miss out on capturing all the special moments from this school year! Be sure to order your yearbook by March 31st to get your hands on a keepsake full of memories, smiles, and milestones.

Our second graders were hard at work last week learning all about multiplication! They explored the concept of repeated addition and equal groups to master this important math skill. Keep up the great work, second graders!

Last week, our kindergarteners had an exciting time learning about data analysis and geography! They started by collecting data on their classmates' favorite ice cream flavors. After gathering the information, they created a picture graph and answered questions about which flavors had the most and least votes. In social studies, we introduced the concept of geography by teaching that maps represent places. Whether it's a map of our school or a map of the United States, maps help us find locations and navigate the world. After reading books and viewing examples, the students drew their own maps, showcasing their understanding of how maps work. It was a week full of discovery and creativity!

Time is running out to order a 2024-2025 yearbook before the price increase! Don't miss out on capturing all the special moments from this school year! Be sure to order your yearbook by March 31st to get your hands on a keepsake full of memories, smiles, and milestones. You can order at bit.ly/24-25MINYearbook

Hello Minshew families! Don't forget that tomorrow is our Spring Picture Day! All students will be taking a class picture and a spring individual picture. The Lifetouch photographers will start bright and early as soon as the bell rings! You may order online by visiting www.mylifetouch.com and entering the school code EVTKNZXS4. We can't wait to see our Minshew Colts in their picture day outfits!

Our fabulous first grade students were tasked with describing and recording the observable characteristics of weather as well as describing the patterns of the seasons. Check out the windsocks they created to demonstrate their learning.

There are only a few days to order a 2024-2025 yearbook before the price increase! Reminder: Order Your Yearbook Before March 31st for 20$! Don't miss out on capturing all the special moments from this school year! Be sure to order your yearbook by March 31st to get your hands on a keepsake full of memories, smiles, and milestones.