The grade 3 Discovery students recently completed a project based on Alaska's Iditarod dogsled race. Students designed and built a dogsled out of "found" materials. They also created a poster with information about "The Last Frontier." We all learned that the race start had to be changed from Anchorage to Fairbanks due to a lack of snowpack. Finally, the sleds were tested, using a cup, string, and weights to move them across a smooth terrain (table) and a bumpy terrain. All the sleds survived the tundra! … [Read more...] about The Last Frontier

The grade 2 Enrichment classes went outside to take nature photos.  Using 35 mm digital cameras (purchased with an REF grant), each student took 3 photographs of nature outside Washington School.  Each group's photos were posted on a Google slideshow.  Each student chose 1 or more photos to inspire Haiku writing. … [Read more...] about Nature Through the Lens: Grade 2 Enrichment Students Capture Photos & Create Haiku

Students in Mrs. Fesken and Ms. Parikh’s class brought the classic fable The Boy Who Cried Wolf to life as part of a lesson on trustworthiness. The students took on the role of teachers—sharing a message about honesty with their classmates. This activity not only helped reinforce the importance of character education but also showcased our students’ growth as confident communicators, a key pillar in the Profile of a Rutherford Graduate. … [Read more...] about Trustworthiness

We are so proud of 2nd grader Julian Francobido, who wrote, illustrated, and published his very own book! He had a special opportunity to read The Gingerbread Dino to our preschool class, delighting both the young listeners and his former preschool teachers—Miss Morgan, Miss Juana, and Miss Mamata. It was a heartwarming moment for his current teacher, Mrs. D’Anneo, to see his growth and creativity in action. Way to go, Julian! Keep inspiring us with your storytelling!   … [Read more...] about Washington Student Author Reads to PreSchool

Ms. Rossiter's 2nd grade class hopes to have the Luck of the Irish by capturing a leprechaun in their traps! … [Read more...] about Leprechaun Traps!