Mrs. DeRosa’s class participated in the Hearts Around the World project by collecting Valentine’s Day Cards from family and friends to promote learning geography as well as practicing using tally marks. The class was thrilled to surpass 100 cards on the 100th day of school with 113 cards from 33 U.S. states and 13 different countries!
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Washington School celebrated its 100th day of the school year with excitement and fun! Students and staff came together for a day full of activities to mark this milestone. From creative projects to math challenges, the 100th-day celebration was a memorable event that showcased students' learning and achievements. It was a fantastic way for the school community to reflect on the hard work and growth over the past months and look forward to the remaining days of the school year. Here's to 100 days of learning, laughter, and success at Washington School! … [Read more...] about Happy 100th Day of School!
Lunar New Year
Gung hay fat choy! Ms. Rossiter's class embraced the spirit of the Lunar New Year with a fun and creative celebration. Students learned about the traditions and significance of the holiday while making colorful dragons and lanterns to symbolize good luck and prosperity. Through hands-on activities, they explored the culture of the Lunar New Year and the values of family, renewal, and joy. It was a fun, engaging way to learn about the traditions of another culture. … [Read more...] about Lunar New Year
Compound Word Snowball Fight
Our second graders had a blast learning compound words through an interactive and engaging activity! In Mrs. D'Anneo's class, students participated in a Compound Word Snowball Fight- but instead of real snow, they used words! Each student crumpled a word into a "snowball," and tossed it into the pile. Then, they each picked up a "snowball", flattened it out, read the word, and searched for their matching partner to create a compound word. It was a fun and hands-on way to reinforce their learning. This activity also aligns with our Profile of a Rutherford Graduate competencies such as … [Read more...] about Compound Word Snowball Fight
Dream Flowers
After learning about Dr. Martin Luther King's life, legacy and the importance of dreaming big, students in Mrs. DeRosa's second grade class created their own dream flowers. Inspired by Dr. King's vision, each student created a "Dream Flower", expressing their personal hopes and dreams for the future. These colorful and heartfelt creations are now proudly displayed in the classroom, serving as a reminder that Dr. King's dream lives on in the hearts of our young learners. … [Read more...] about Dream Flowers