The Montclair Art Museum guided students to create their own animal-inspired installation, with the theme of animals in the sky, on land, underwater, and underground by reusing items that may have previously been discarded. Old books, bottle tops, paper scraps, and paper roll tubes were some of the materials used to create jellyfish, groundhogs, birds, and octopus, each with their own unique touch! Check out these mini-masterpieces! … [Read more...] about Trash to Treasure
Archives for May 2021
Kinder “Garden”
Every child is a different kind of flower that blooms at their own special time, making the "Kinder-garden" Center a beautiful place! We have enjoyed watching the students blossom throughout this school year!
Though times may have been challenging, together we were united in ensuring your child had a positive start to their academic journey! It is hard to believe that we are looking ahead to next year. Letters from your child's first grade principal will be sent home on Monday, May 17th, inviting parents new to Lincoln School or Washington School to their New … [Read more...] about Kinder “Garden”
Ramadan
Muslims around the world have been celebrating Ramadan. As the month-long holiday of Ramadan comes to an end, it is celebrated with the large and joyous celebration of Eid ul-Fitr, which lasts for three days. These students are showing off their culminating activity from their lesson on Ramadan. … [Read more...] about Ramadan
Thank You, Nurse Erica!
Today is National School Nurse Day. While this effort to recognize our school nurse would be important in any year, it is especially timely this year given the crucial role school nurses everywhere are playing in ensuring safe and sustainable in person learning in our schools. Nurse Erica has been a valuable resource to parents and educators and we appreciate all she has done!
This is also Nurse Erica's last week at the Kindergarten Center! Nurse Erica is expecting the birth of … [Read more...] about Thank You, Nurse Erica!
Spring Reminders
The Kindergarten Center is a buzz with excitement as the weather warms up! Just a few reminders as we transition to warmer weather. All shoes must have backs on them. Shoes such as flip flops and slides are considered unsafe for our students. Please do not wear them to school. Rompers often pose a challenge for students when toileting. Please be sure your child can independently navigate their clothing. Dress in layers. Running around outside has them work up a sweat but inside can be cooler. Send a larger water thermos or send two to school. Water-fountains are not available … [Read more...] about Spring Reminders