Paper Airplanes Take Flight: Testing the Scientific Method
Ms. Demetriades' 5th-grade science class used the scientific method to answer the question, "Will a narrow or wide paper airplane fly farther?" They made and flew the paper airplanes to test their hypotheses! … [Read more...] about Paper Airplanes Take Flight: Testing the Scientific Method
Tiny Art Gallery
The Pierrepont Arts & Crafts Club is creating its very own Tiny Art Gallery! We started by talking about museums and the different types of art displayed in them, then explored how artists use symbolism to express ideas and feelings. With fall as our inspiration, students created their own mini gallery pieces based on what this season means to them. We have loved seeing how each student interpreted fall in their own unique way! [Read more...] about Tiny Art Gallery
Honoring Our Heroes for 9/11
In honor of September 11th, Ms. Dehnert, Mrs. Barone, & Mrs. Colucci's class took time to recognize and thank some of our local heroes. Students wrote heartfelt thank-you letters to first responders in our community, including some who are also parents in our class.
Through their letters, students expressed their gratitude for the service, courage, and dedication these heroes show every day to help keep our community safe. We are proud of our students for taking the time to honor those who serve and protect others![Read more...] about Honoring Our Heroes for 9/11
Our One Word for 5th Grade
Mrs. Philp, Ms. Frazier, and Ms. Zak's class kicked off the new school year by choosing one word that represents who they want to be and how they want to grow this year. Students reflected on their strengths, set a personal goal, and selected a meaningful word to guide their choices and actions for their 5th-grade school year.[Read more...] about Our One Word for 5th Grade