Congratulations to our September Students of the Month. These students were chosen by their teachers for showing FAIRNESS!
🇺🇸 Remembering 9/11 🇺🇸
5th and 6th grade reflected on the heroes of September 11, 2001. They learned about the Amazing Boat Rescues that safely carried thousands away from danger, and the incredible bravery of Carlos Perez, who put others before himself in a time of great fear.
Through writing, students honored the courage and selflessness of all who stepped forward that day to save others. Their words remind us that even in the darkest times, acts of kindness and bravery shine the brightest. ❤️
You're invited to our Book Fair Kickoff!
The 5th and 6th graders brought plant cells to life today in the most delicious way — using candy and jello to model the parts of a cell. From gummy vacuoles to licorice endoplasmic reticulum's, each piece of candy represented a different organelle. Hands-on learning like this helps make abstract concepts stick - and taste pretty great, too!
Thank you to the Johnson County Cattlemen for grilling hamburgers for our lunch today!!
Field Day (Part 3)
Field Day (Part 2)
Field Day Pics (Part 1)
With the threat of severe weather today, the 7th & 8th grade class chose to stay closer to home for our field trip. Sandy graciously opened up her home for the kids. They baked cupcakes, homemade sourdough pretzels, and chocolate chip cookies. They also enjoyed board games, some outside fun, and playing with the dogs.
Over the last couple of weeks the sixth grade science class has been doing experiments to end the school year. We have tried different designs of paper airplanes on the distance they flew, chemical reactions of vinegar/baking soda, and a few other fun experiments to end the school year.
What is a fun library activity after MAP testing? A scavenger hunt!!
Third Grade Students worked on creating their own zoo, by implementing their knowledge about perimeter and area to make each exhibit for the animals.
One very special class.
During library class, 1st & 2nd grade students began researching animal habitats using the online World Book!
4th and 5th grade worked collaboratively to design a ball launcher and receiver out of limited supplies. They were tasked with launching a tinfoil ball in order for it to land in a receiver without hitting the ground.
Hope to see everyone at the PTO Carnival Friday evening!
Pizza kits will be here on Tuesday, April 1st. They need to be picked up between 3:15-4:00 PM.
4th and 5th grade participated in our annual PB&J sandwich challenge. Each students was challenged with writing out the steps to make the perfect PB&J. Students focused on sequencing and using very explicit/detailed directions. Some students were successful, while others realized their directions left them with an unusual sandwich. By far one of my favorite lessons. 🍞🥜🍇
Our 7th & 8th grade class with sponsors, Mrs Hall & Mrs Allen, attended the UCM Children's Literature Festival on Monday. Students met 3 authors who traveled from LA, Minnesota, & Miami to share their life stories with Shawnee students.
Third grade & kindergarten students learned in STEM how to construct the tallest tower possible when given 10 craft sticks and play dough. Great job future engineers!
