First graders celebrated growing as readers by celebrating Read Across America Day! They met in the gym with flashlights and glow sticks to read, read, read!
First graders enjoying virtual “guest readers” this week to celebrate Read Across America!
First graders are celebrating Read Across America week, and being a reader for a lifetime! We started the week by showing off our speaking and listening skills while sharing our Pocket Poems!
First graders are celebrating Read Across America week, and being a reader for a lifetime! We started the week by showing off our speaking and listening skills while sharing our Pocket Poems!
First graders are celebrating Read Across America week, and being a reader for a lifetime! We started the week by showing off our speaking and listening skills while sharing our Pocket Poems!
Today first graders enjoyed Friday Fun by playing Red Light, Green Light, and drawing with chalk! We are grateful for the sunshine!
First graders are learning about equal parts and fractions, and today it is making all of us hungry!
Kindergarten students work on strategies they can use while they are waiting
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Chatting online can feel just like talking to someone in person, but it's actually quite different. It's all because of something called the "online disinhibition effect," which makes us more likely to share/communicate differently than if in person.
Family Tip 6: Review worst-case steps.
Walk through what to do if your kid is being bullied online. First, step away. Ignoring a bully can be very effective. If the bullying continues, take screenshots or print out evidence. Then block the person. If it gets worse, report the behavior to a trusted adult. Talk about who those people are and make sure your kid has their contact information.
Pre-k is learning how to rhyme!
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There are A LOT of "social media" sites out there. You know about Twitter & Facebook, but what about Reddit, TikTok, Twitch, Sarahah, or Discord? Educate yourself with this list of short explanation videos from Common Sense media!
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For kids, miscommunication is a common occurrence online and on social media. Plus, being behind a screen makes it easier to say things they wouldn't say in person. So how do we help kids avoid the pitfalls of digital drama? Hear it from the source!
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Family Tip 5: Take breaks.
Notice your kid getting pulled into digital drama? Help them take a break. They may determine for themselves when they need to step back, but they might need some help setting limits. Putting devices to bed at a specific time can help kids recharge.
Pre-K is working on learning letters!
2nd Grade has been celebrating Black History Month by researching African Americans who have made an impact in our world. We love to celebrate diversity each and every day!
First graders LOVE 2nd Step with Mrs. Ruppert!
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Digital harassment happens when teens use texts, instant messages, emails, and social media posts to keep tabs on or threaten someone else. It usually involves two people in a close relationship. Here are four ways to help teens avoid digital harassment.
2nd Graders practiced their speaking and listening skills by
sharing their animal habitat research and diorama projects!
