Third graders plan a Get Well Soon message for classmate Vaughn Reardon
Throughout the week our third grade class has been preparing a box of goodies and a wave of caring for Vaughn Reardon, a classmate having surgery next week. The students collaborated with Mrs. Beilharz, a developing skill practiced in many subjects and one at which they are becoming proficient! In this case, the subject was planning the types of goodies and cards that went into the box which was sent yesterday, with the expectation that it will reach Vaughn before his surgery. There were generous and numerous contributions from families and classmates. Thank you so much! This morning, the Third Grade's Wave of Get Well Soon was videoed in our commons along with individual's good wishes and "I miss yous". Caring and sharing was very evident in the hearts and voices of our third graders this week. Look for our Wave of Get Well Soon video on the website or linked to the Third Grade blog.
Spending time in classrooms is impressive for a number of reasons. The structure of the learning activities gives evidence of well planned lessons that take into consideration a myriad of suitable objectives, not the least of which is working responsibly and cooperatively. Highlights of the first four weeks include getting to know one another through writing and dialog, learning routines that set the stage for cooperative and productivity in classrooms. First and second grade students have been evaluated for reading levels; they are almost experts now in guided and independent learning in centers. Second grade students are in the midst of studying marine mammals and have created architecutres of favorite venues from recycling materials. As third graders wrap up a science unit on sound, fifth graders are experimenting with electromagnetism. Its fun to sit with third and fourth graders who are expanding their use of addition, subtraction, comparing numbers, and developing the concept of estimation. Fourth and fifth graders are writing everyday with emphasis on personal narratives and developing style and voice. Fourth and fifth graders are also concentrating on comprehension strategies to understand literature and non-fiction text more personally and deeply. The first field trip of the year by the fifth graders focused on teamwork, communication, cooperation, life and work skills needed in a positive learning environment.
Every classroom is humming with activity, thinking, and making connections between the two. The Lower School is a busy happy place!
You may have seen these events on other grade level blogs, but with the intent of communicating often and various ways, the dates and descriptions are listed here, too!
Important Upcoming Events
Throughout the week our third grade class has been preparing a box of goodies and a wave of caring for Vaughn Reardon, a classmate having surgery next week. The students collaborated with Mrs. Beilharz, a developing skill practiced in many subjects and one at which they are becoming proficient! In this case, the subject was planning the types of goodies and cards that went into the box which was sent yesterday, with the expectation that it will reach Vaughn before his surgery. There were generous and numerous contributions from families and classmates. Thank you so much! This morning, the Third Grade's Wave of Get Well Soon was videoed in our commons along with individual's good wishes and "I miss yous". Caring and sharing was very evident in the hearts and voices of our third graders this week. Look for our Wave of Get Well Soon video on the website or linked to the Third Grade blog.
Spending time in classrooms is impressive for a number of reasons. The structure of the learning activities gives evidence of well planned lessons that take into consideration a myriad of suitable objectives, not the least of which is working responsibly and cooperatively. Highlights of the first four weeks include getting to know one another through writing and dialog, learning routines that set the stage for cooperative and productivity in classrooms. First and second grade students have been evaluated for reading levels; they are almost experts now in guided and independent learning in centers. Second grade students are in the midst of studying marine mammals and have created architecutres of favorite venues from recycling materials. As third graders wrap up a science unit on sound, fifth graders are experimenting with electromagnetism. Its fun to sit with third and fourth graders who are expanding their use of addition, subtraction, comparing numbers, and developing the concept of estimation. Fourth and fifth graders are writing everyday with emphasis on personal narratives and developing style and voice. Fourth and fifth graders are also concentrating on comprehension strategies to understand literature and non-fiction text more personally and deeply. The first field trip of the year by the fifth graders focused on teamwork, communication, cooperation, life and work skills needed in a positive learning environment.
Every classroom is humming with activity, thinking, and making connections between the two. The Lower School is a busy happy place!
You may have seen these events on other grade level blogs, but with the intent of communicating often and various ways, the dates and descriptions are listed here, too!
Important Upcoming Events
Friday September 30th – 12:00 PM dismissal for all students. Please note that the entire school, including ECC will be dismissed at 12:00 PM on Friday September 30th. Extended Day child care services are available so please contact Christina Lennon directly if you will need child care on this day. Please be patient during carpool on this day, it will take twice as long to get all the children loaded safely, all teachers will be on carpool duty.
Christina Lennon can be reached at: 816.268.6536
Thursday October 6th – ECC (T – K) Parent Brown Bag Lunch at 11:30 AM. This event will be held in the Garden Room located on the first floor of the church, just next to the Parish Hall. ECC parents are encouraged to bring a lunch and join Ms. Barnes and Mrs. Abio to see how things are going for your little ones at St. Paul’s. This time provides parents with an opportunity to hear directly from the head of school and to ask questions specific to the ECC division.
Friday October 7th – 8:30 AM Pet Blessing. The Pet Blessing will take place on the upper field and this event also serves as our all school chapel on this day. All students participate in this event. Toddler, Preschool and Prekindergarten students are allowed to bring a favorite stuffed animal. Kindergarten – second grade students are allowed to bring an actual pet, with their parents assistance of course. Everyone is welcome to bring a photo of their pets. All pets will be blessed by Chaplain Nolan on this special day!
Friday, October 14th - Buddy Run
Two sessions will be held for the Buddy Run. The first will include the younger students being supported by their older buddies while running with them. The second session will be for the older buddies to be cheered on by the younger students. Everyone runs with their buddies, from a little lap on the upper field to a large lap for the older students. For more information on how to support the Buddy Fun Run (fundraiser) go to the website.
Friday, October 14th - Buddy Run
Two sessions will be held for the Buddy Run. The first will include the younger students being supported by their older buddies while running with them. The second session will be for the older buddies to be cheered on by the younger students. Everyone runs with their buddies, from a little lap on the upper field to a large lap for the older students. For more information on how to support the Buddy Fun Run (fundraiser) go to the website.
Thursday October 27th – No School because Parent/Teacher Conferences are being held– Extended Day child care is available, contact Christina Lennon to register.
Child care during your conferences will be available also through Extended Day on both days.
Friday October 28th - – No School because of Parent/Teacher Conferences –
Extended Day child care is available, contact Christina Lennon to register.
Extended Day child care is available, contact Christina Lennon to register.
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