Author: Jennifer Stortini

For many young children, some of the best memories of their academic journey are made on field trips. They combine the excitement of exploring new places, participating and engaging in new activities, and creating with the joys of learning and education. Though children usually enjoy them, the social and educational benefits of field trips can’t…

March is Reading Month March was designated National Reading Month in honor of Dr. Seuss’ birthday on March 2 and encourages readers of all ages to read daily and engage in reading and other literacy activities outside for fun.During the month of march we celebrate all things reading in the classroom! Children listen to and read…

Teaching Science to young children is exciting and fun! Preschool aged children learn about science and the world around them through inquiry (exploring). Just as listening to stories and learning the alphabet introduces young children to the world of literacy, inquiry science gives children the building blocks to learn how to observe their world, ask…

What does preschool writing look like? Working on writing in preschool takes many forms! Drawing, letter recognition, name writing, labeling, and listening to stories are just a few ways that young children are exposed to and begin practicing writing. As children grow and develop they move through the following stages of writing: Preschool teachers help…

On Thursday, December 21st classrooms were full of fun and educational activities as preschool families from across the district participated in Cotter Early Childhood Center’s annual Winter Fair! Children worked on patterning, letter recognition, counting, and hand eye coordination while enjoying sweet treats and a festive atmosphere. Wax paper skating and the obstacle course room…

Mrs. Hancock and Ms. Amin Becker Elementary GSRP Here at Becker, we are working on building letters using straight and curved lines. We are also working on writing during all parts of our school day! Ms. Cousino and Ms. Chokr Oakman Elementary GSRP In Ms. Cousino’s classroom we are busy creating patterns with cars, finger…

Ms.Villiard and Ms. Saab Geer Park Elementary GSRP Ms. Villiard & Mrs. Saab’s Preschool class at Geer Park are enjoying some fun Fall activities inside and outside. Mrs. Samojeden and Ms. Samad Mrs. Vasas and Mrs. Beydoun Long Elementary School We were so lucky to have some special guests come visit us from fire station 2 this…

Mr. Liepe and Ms. Hazamy – Whitmore-Bolles Elementary During class we used a clear sheet protector and dry erase marker to draw each others faces. Students had a ton of fun and used lots of descriptive language about how their friend was feeling. One artist even captured the teacher and reminded him that he is an…

Ms. Bass – River Oaks Children in my class LOVE the snow!  We have been practicing social skills like sharing and turn taking with our sleds.  Children are learning about different types of snow and how it effects sledding and building snowmen.