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Grade 1 DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) Program

First Grade had a great time at their first DEAR (Drop Everything and Read) time of the year.  Students enjoyed shared reading of their favorite nonfiction and fiction books ...

Grade 2 Learns About Diwali

2nd grade parent, Mrs. Shah Amin, visited the 2nd grade class during snack time to read a book about Diwali. Mrs. Amin led the students in making their own diyas (Diwali lights) ...

Kindergarten Students Celebrate Diwali

Our kindergarten students embrace all celebrations and today that celebration was Diwali! The children learned that Diwali is a festival of lights celebrated by Hindus all over the world.  Diwali honors Lord Rama’s victory of goodness against evil and light over dark. Diwali lasts for five fun-filled days. The children also learned that Hindu families clean and decorate their homes with beautiful lights and colors. Women make Rangoli patterns to be put outside their houses to welcome the ...

Grade 3 Election Day

The third graders participated in a class vote today in celebration of Election Day! We voted on our favorite candy, and chocolate bars won by a landslide! We learned about what the midterm elections are and what the results could mean for our country moving forward. Don’t forget to go out and vote today! ...

Second Grade Learns About Voting

Second grade took some time during social studies to talk about the importance of voting. The discussion centered around how campaigns work, and the importance of making an informed decision when voting. The students learned about the voting process, and how selections are made at the polling stations. Each child made their own voter registration card to show how good citizens work together, to make their community better ...