Pierrepont School's fifth graders were asked to assist the Civil Rights Commission in creating the first student-produced holiday wreath for the commission's contribution to the Kip Center's Festival of Trees. The theme of "Diversity" was used as a discussion point in class lessons during the Week of Respect . Students researched the traditional costumes of their cultural heritage and decorated popsicle people. Fifth grade teacher, Mrs. Margit Smith and art teacher, Ms. Stephanie Natiello collaborated to combine over 200 popsicle people into this beautiful wreath. … [Read more...] about Diversity Wreath
Author Matthew Payne Comes to Lincoln
Michael Payne created quite the buzz when he entered the building. Students listened to Mr. Payne share his writing tips, inspiration and book excerpts. He also answered some students' questions. Mr. Payne signed over 250 books ! … [Read more...] about Author Matthew Payne Comes to Lincoln
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Mystery Science
Just in time for Halloween, students in Ms. Hetzel and Mrs. Podolanczuk's 3rd-grade class investigated the question "What would happen if we didn't have a skull?" As part of the Mystery Science program, students watched and discussed a short video on the purpose of a skull, then continued to build their own skulls from a paper mask. Of course, there were a few "BOOS". … [Read more...] about Mystery Science
Exploring Camouflage
Students in Ms. Campo’s class were busy in science class today! They learned about animals surviving in their habitats and focused on the term, camouflage. Scientists created moths to camouflage in the “classroom habitat." Students then used VR goggles to look for animals hidden in a rainforest. … [Read more...] about Exploring Camouflage