HAPPY NEW YEAR!

Second grade began the new year with an exciting Christmas Show and Tell. Each student brought something to share from their Christmas break and most brought a gift they received. Students practice their public speaking skills as they shared about their item and were challenged to look their peers in the eyes as they spoke. Everyone did a great job.

Second grade recently learned a new game to practice their spelling words. Two students race to the board to spell a word given by the teacher. Students earn points by spelling the fastest and also for correct spelling. Students then have an opportunity to earn their team an extra point by tossing a paper ball into a basket. This has quickly become their favorite way to spell! This games teacher gross and fine motor control, spelling rules, teamwork and sportsmanship.

Second graders have also been hard at work practicing for the upcoming Spring Musical. This is always the most anticipated event of spring semester. This year’s musical will be Aladdin. Students are learning their singing parts and the dance steps to go along with each act.