Johnny Appleseed's Birthday

Another treat for the 2nd grade class today; to honor one of America's great legends on his birthday, the 2nd grade teacher brought 3 different varieties of apples to school. The students enjoyed taking an afternoon apple break!

Pinwheels for Peace

The International Day of Peace falls on a Sunday this year, but our students still wanted to leave their mark. Each child brought a pinwheel they created to a short service held at the flagpole. The pinwheels were placed in the ground as the students prayed for peace. The 2nd grade class was treated to a batch of pinwheel cookies made by one crafty mom!

Monarch Time

The third grade is enjoying the first science project of the year - a first hand look at the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a monarch butterfly. The children posed for photos with their class caterpillar yesterday. It wasn't a moment too soon; today, the caterpillar entered its chrysalis stage.

Remembering September 11, 2001

In solemn remembrance of the events of September 11, 2001, our students gathered for a period of prayer and reflection. A short prayer service was held in honor of all the heroes of the September 11th tragedy. While many of the school students are too young to have recollections of the fateful day, they were reminded to remember all those who lost their lives and to pray for peace for all others.

Joined by representatives of the Cape May Fire Department, students gathered around the flag pole holding a small flag. They sang God Bless America then silently placed their flags in the ground where they remained for the day, creating a powerful visual reminder.

Science is fun!

The children have jumped right into their academic routines. Sixth grade enjoyed science lab yesterday. They conducted an experiment designed to teach them about groundwater absorption rates. In a clear container, they layered soil, clay, gravel and sand, then poured colored water into the container and they were able to watch the absorption through the layers of different materials.

Magic and Ice Cream

All students and their families were invited to come back to school on Thursday evening to celebrate the start of a new year. Everyone was treated to mini ice cream sundaes and a magic show by the Great Magician Rich Lessig. Students were able to introduce their families to their new friends and share some laughs, too!

Welcome to the 08-09 School Year!

Even though we have been blessed with beautiful weather this week, students and teachers were happy and excited to return to school. This principal and teacher not only shared the joy of the day, but also share the same great taste in clothing!