Ms. Smith’s 2nd Grade students investigated which kinds of birds are likely to visit a bird feeder based on what they eat. After instruction and discussion, the students first drew their own bird feeder design to attract a specific type of bird. They then built a prototype of their bird feeder using available materials. … [Read more...] about Animal Biodiversity & Engineering

On February 22nd, Lincoln School celebrated the 100th day of school.  Students dressed like centenarians.  Among the celebrations, Preschool students made a pyramid with 100 cups, Ms. DeLuca and Mr. Orlowski's classes designed crafts with 100 dots, and Ms. Risoli’s First Grade class did a writing project, “When I am 100, I will . . . “ … [Read more...] about Lincoln School Celebrates 100th Day of School!

The boys and girls in Ms. LaSpisa’s 2nd grade class did a fun math and writing activity. They figured out if Ms. LaSpisa's "baby bump" was more or less than one meter using ribbon. In addition, students created a picture graph of their gender predictions. Twelve students predicted a girl and four students predicted a boy. In writing, the students created advice for Ms. LaSpisa on how to take care of a baby!  Thank you, Ms. Sommese and Ms. Masiak,+6 for all the planning. … [Read more...] about Ms. LaSpisa’s Class Makes Baby Prediction

Ms. DeBouter's second grade students sent thank you notes to health care workers at John Theurer Cancer Center at Hackensack Hospital.  The letters brought smiles to the faces of many employees.  Other classes sent thank you notes and pictures to the Rutherford Mayor & Council, Police Department, Department of Public Works, Health Department, and Rutherford Community Pantry.   … [Read more...] about Thank You Notes to Health Care and Community Workers