In our music class, students engage in a variety of fun, hands-on activities designed to strengthen their understanding of rhythm, pitch, and tempo. Through interactive games and movement, students explore musical concepts in an engaging way. Some of our favorite activities include moving creatively with scarves, keeping a steady beat using drumsticks, and practicing tempo with egg shakers. These experiences help build foundational music skills while encouraging creativity, coordination, and a love for music. … [Read more...] about Hot off the Press from the Kindergarten Center

Before the Weekend: Claim Your Kid's Clothes.  Please take a look at the MANY items that are looking for their owners!  Thank you!   … [Read more...] about Help Us Help You. Is This Your Kindergartener’s Gear? 👒

Students have been actively engaged in lessons that highlighted the 6 Cs: Collaboration, Citizenship, Critical Thinking, Creativity, Character, and Communication. As part of our narrative writing unit, students began an author study on Christian Robinson, exploring both his stories and his unique collage style illustrations. Through thoughtful discussions and observations, students used critical thinking and communication skills to analyze how illustrations help tell a story. Students were so inspired by Robinson’s work, they used their creativity in the art center to design and create their … [Read more...] about Hot off the Press from the Kindergarten Center

From sounding out words to sharing stories with friends, our kindergarten students have made incredible growth as young writers. These moments capture their creativity, collaboration, and confidence as they continue learning that their ideas and voices matter. … [Read more...] about Hot off the Press from the Kindergarten Center

Channeling the energy of the upcoming World Cup, our kindergarten staff was celebrated as world-class educators and the true MVPs of our team during Staff Appreciation Week! That spirit of teamwork shined through to our students as they participated in the Apex Leadership fundraiser.  Not only did the spring weather make the Fun Run that much more enjoyable, the spring weather  called us outside to play and get creative with friends through imaginative play and building!  The excitement for all things kindergarten is felt inside and out, however, as the month drew to a close, we paused to … [Read more...] about May Moments