Third Grade Dives Into Soil
This week they took a deep dive into the amazing world of soil and humus! Learning how decomposers like worms, fungi, and tiny bugs help break down plant matter to create rich, nutrient-packed soil! They were so excited to see how the worm farm helps to create nutrient-rich soil!
HELP! These items are looking for their owners!
These lost items are desperately trying to find their way back home! We've been doing our best to connect them with their rightful owners, and Coach Skelton even shared them during PE. Some have been matched, but SO MANY are still unclaimed! If you recognize any of these items or know someone who’s missing them, please help us reunite them with their owner!
Our 3rd graders are hitting the high notes while learning about lines! They sang along to a fun song all about perpendicular, parallel, and intersecting lines. They’re excited to share how they’re mastering these concepts through music! Math and music make the perfect mix—check out how they’re learning about lines in a whole new way! https://bit.ly/40UoAqr
Mrs. Hayes had a fin-tastic time reading Clark the Shark with our kindergarten friends! They talked about the importance of kindness and how we can all be friendly! Being kind makes the world a better place!
Happy National White Shirt Day! February 11th we’re keeping it fresh and clean with our favorite white shirts! Whether it's a superhero on your shirt or just plain white, let’s show off our style and have some fun!
Fifth Graders in Action!
Our fifth-grade students are diving deep into poetry using the SMILE strategy!
They’re learning how to break down poems by focusing on:
Structure – Analyzing the poem’s form and organization
Message – Uncovering the core meaning and theme
Image – Exploring vivid sensory details
Language – Understanding the power of words and literary devices
Emotion – Identifying the feelings the poem evokes
This approach helps them gain a deeper understanding of poetry and develop strong analytical skills. Keep up the amazing work, students!
White shirt day is February 11th! It's a fun way to show unity and spirit! We can't wait to see how many white shirts we can spot around school!
Happy National School Counselors Week!
We’re excited to celebrate the amazing Mrs. Hayes! Her dedication, kindness, and compassion make our school a better place every day. Mrs. Hayes is always there with a smile, helping our students feel supported and cared for.Thank you, Mrs. Hayes, for being such an important part of our school family! We’re so grateful for you!
Happy National Crossing Guard Day!
Today, we want to give a BIG shoutout our amazing crossing guards who keep our kids safe every day! Her dedication and hard work ensures that our children get to school and home safely, rain or shine. We appreciate her unwavering commitment to safety and kindness in making sure everyone crosses the street with care. Let's show her some love !
Huge shoutout to Ms. Whittaker for organizing an incredible student art show! Every student had the chance to shine with a framed masterpiece. It was wonderful to see the talent of our Colts on display! A perfect addition to STEAM Night!
Hey, everyone! Let’s all wear RED on February 7th to show we care about heart health! We can’t wait to see all your awesome !
It has been a busy week in 2nd grade! Our students explored the 7 continents and 5 oceans through buddy reading, building their knowledge of the world while practicing their reading skills. In math, they tackled fractions beyond one whole, using problem-solving strategies to order and compare numbers. Our Thinking Classrooms were buzzing with collaboration as students worked together on a challenging fraction thinking task, proving that learning is even more powerful when we think and grow together!
Celebrating 100 Days of Learning in Kindergarten! 🎉 Our kindergarteners had an amazing time marking the 100th day of school with hands-on activities and lots of creativity. From dressing up as adorable 100-year-olds to making 100 Fruit Loop necklaces, creating gumball machines with 100 gumballs, stacking 100 cups into towering creations, and finding and counting 100 pennies, they explored numbers in exciting ways. They also collected 100 stickers or stamps, wrote 100 words while making fun hats, and discovered patterns while counting to 100 on a chart. These activities helped our little learners build number sense, explore patterns, and celebrate their growth. We are so proud of their hard work and excitement for learning!
First grade had a paw-some time celebrating the 101st Day of School!From counting to 101 to building with 101 items, and even writing and reading all about the number 101—our first graders made every moment count!
The boxes are filling up, and we are so grateful for all the generous donations so far! Thank you to everyone who’s already dropped off food to help spread the love in our community. Your kindness is making a difference!
But there’s still time to give! The food drive runs until February 7th, so keep those donations coming! Every can, every box, every little bit counts.
There’s nothing quite like seeing students dive into the world of books, each one on a mission to find the perfect read! Whether it’s a thrilling adventure, a mystery to solve, or a story to spark creativity, it’s amazing to watch them discover what excites them. Even better? Sharing what they’re reading and chatting about their favorite books with friends. The power of stories, discussion, and connection—what could be better? Thank you Mrs. Stewart!
Mrs. Larriviere was all in for the fun today during PE class! Our students loved seeing their principal jump right in, helping out with the parachute games, and showing that learning isn’t just about books and tests—it’s about building connections, making memories, and having fun together. Huge shout-out to our amazing PE teacher for making these moments possible and reminding us that school is about more than just lessons. It’s about growing, connecting, and enjoying every moment
Kindergarten Math Adventures!
This week in Kindergarten, our little mathematicians have been busy learning how to build teen numbers as groups of tens and ones. They're also developing their numeration skills by practicing comparing numbers up to 20 using words like "more than," "less than," and "equal to." With a variety of manipulatives, hands-on activities, and fun games, our students are having a blast while mastering these important math concepts!
So proud of our talented Minshew artists showcasing their creativity at the District Art Show! .We have talented and creative Colts!
Shoutout to an Out-of-This-World Teacher!
Coach Skelton is our Out of This World Teacher, who brings endless energy and positivity to every class! She’s not just about fitness; she’s all about creating an inclusive, supportive environment where every student can thrive. From specific strategies that help all kids stay active and engaged, to collaborating with classroom teachers and building strong connections with parents, Coach Skelton is making PE a highlight of every student’s day!
We’re so lucky to have you on the team, Coach Skelton Keep inspiring and making fitness fun for all!
