First and second graders enjoyed their latest lesson with Ms. Michelle, our wonderful school counselor. All year they've had a series of group lessons based on social and emotional wellness. They've learned how to work and work play within a group, how to be kind even when someone has a different opinion or idea, and how to respect other people. This week, they heard the Dr. Seuss book "The Sneetches". Some of the Sneetches have stars on their bellies, and they have to learn that this does not make them better than the other Sneetches. After discussing the meaning, first and second graders decided to take on the "kindness challenge". They plan to reach out to someone new this week or be extra kind, and they can choose to report their kindnesses next week. Already, we saw a few new groupings at recess and lots of peaceful playing! 

Kindergarten will do this fun project with Ms. Michelle on Monday!

K,1,2 students have been working on core strength and balance and some tumbling skills. This week we worked on fitness training.  We will continue to work on fitness and strength training next week.

3,4,5 students worked on fitness training and cardiovascular endurance this week and next.

6,7,8 students have also worked on fitness training and cardiovascular endurance as well.

7/8 Elective - Outdoor Adventures Winter Edition 

We have started to snowshoe this week and hopefully we will be able to be outdoors over the next week.  My plan for the class is to be outdoors as much as possible.  If the weather cooperates students might not need snow pants. However,  I would recommend bringing snow-pants, jacket and gloves in case we are rolling around in the snow. 

We are planning on going to the Nordic Center & getting on the Harrington Hill this semester. We are also planning on building some igloos some fun things out of snow as well.