LaPerche school celebrated the beauty of their diversity today with a Celebration of Nations Parade. Students dressed to represent their heritage. Germany, Nigeria, Italy, Laos, Portugal, India, Guatemala, Portugal, Sweden, Denmark, Japan, Ireland, Columbia, China, and England are some of the countries represented. One student shared that it is important to learn about other cultures so we respect them. Another shared how her heritage represents multiple countries because her ancestors are from multiple places. Student shared some of the differences from their ancestors countries compared to America where they live today. We also celebrated how we are all American. LaPerche is a wonderful place to learn and grow!
First graders use Make 50 Cards to add two digits. They worked with partners to determine if the two cards they pulled equaled 50, was less than 50 or more than 50. Partners helped each other determine how much was shown on each card and what the total was when they added the two cards together. The students used a variety of strategies and specific math vocabulary.
The two fourth grade classrooms came together for their math mini lesson today at LaPerche. During the warm-up or the Launch, they were challenged to create an addition equation and a multiplication equation to match the tape diagram displayed. They shared the equations with their partners to ensure they had the same answer. If they didn't, they discussed and figured out the errors. Fourth grade is full of mathematicians at LaPerche.
In second grade at LaPerche, partners read part of the story, Change Makers, and worked together to answer the close read questions. Partners support each other as they read by finding the answers in the story together, ensuring all voices are heard and helping a friend sound out words when needed. When partners support each other, everyone learns!
During Library media class, fourth grade students read The Boy who Harnessed the Wind. They were challenged to build a windmill to save a Lego figure from a flood as the boy built a windmill to bring electricity and running water to his village. The students used recycled materials and collaborated with their team to design their windmill. They tested their inventions, failed, and made improvements as needed. What creative students who persevered through the challenge!
During recess, fourth graders have the option of coming to the music room and playing a song on the recorder for Miss Casey. If they have note accuracy and rhythm accuracy, and their fingerings are correct, they earn their next karate belt. Check out the bottom of your child's recorder to see how many belts they've earned. Way to go fourth graders!
In first grade art class, students painted landscapes showing depth with foreground, middleground, and background. The class looked at the house across the street and saw how small the houses are when they're far away. The lesson was conducted using guided drawing as the teacher modeled each part for the students. The results were masterpieces!
In fourth grade, mathematicians were renaming mixed numbers as fractions greater than 1. After students solved the problem, they shared with their partners, and then were challenged to solve it another way.
LaPerche students had a blast in the snow today with their friends. Spending time outside, playing in the snow, enjoying nature and being creative was a great way to spend recess!
On Thursday, January 30, LaPerche hosted the school spelling bee. 8 fourth and fifth graders competed to represent LaPerche at the district spelling bee. Congratulations to Arianna and Mikey who were our top two spellers. The best part was each class celebrating their amazing spellers. Congratulations!
In first grade students are reviewing digraphs, two letters that make one sound. Students searched for th, sh, ch and ck. First, they find the digraphs in the story and highlight the words. Then, they read the story to a partner. Finally, they illustrate the story to show they comprehend what they read. First graders are readers!
In fourth grade students are working on multiplying in unit and standard form. The students had their individual whiteboards which significantly increases engagement. Everyone worked at their own pace and were able to show what they know. This allows the teacher to do a quick check to see who understands the concept. Go fourth grade mathematicians!
It's station time in second grade. Some students are at word work, others at book bins, some are working with the teacher, and others are working at their own level on our reading program, Lexia. Station time is the perfect opportunity for teachers to work with a small group of students. What focused, hard-working the second graders!
Visit Smithfield HS for the Sentinel Showcase to learn more about our Career & Technical (CTE) programs, our top academics, athletics, & clubs. Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 6-8 p.m. Middle school students and families are encouraged to attend. Open to all grade levels at SPS.
The SHS Sentinel Showcase is Tuesday, Dec. 3 from 6-8 p.m. A great opportunity for middle school students & their families to see what Smithfield High has to offer. Middle & High School students from other districts are welcome to attend if interested in our CTE pathways.
Thank you to all of our students, staff, & families for donations of food. The SHS Football team donated frozen turkeys. Pictured at OCRS are Ryan, Ben, Joe, & Ralph. We had a tremendous outpouring of support this year!
Third graders read the story, Brave Girl, the story of Clara Lemlich, who helped bring awareness to the conditions girls were facing working in garment factories in the 1900's. The third graders worked in groups to determine the effects of the 1909 strike. Third graders will tell you that the strike helped increase the hourly wages and make the working environment safer for for women and girls.
Second graders are focused readers. First, they read through the play themselves. Then they partnered up and supported each other as they read. They switched from being the teacher to the student. The kids used inflection, recognized punctuation and practiced their fluency. Second graders at LaPerche are Reading Rockstars!
Second graders are focused readers. First, they read through the play themselves. Then they partnered up and supported each other as they read. They switched from being the teacher to the student. The kids used inflection, recognized punctuation and practiced their fluency. Second graders at LaPerche are Reading Rockstars!
We had an amazing Veterans Day ceremony today at LaPerche today where 21 Veterans were honored. The Veterans shared many lessons with the students, including the importance of having a strong work ethic and being disciplined, being trustworthy and dependable. They shared stories about missing their families when they were deployed, meeting people who became lifelong friends and all of the exciting experiences that come with being in the military. LaPerche students understand how lucky they are to live in a country that is free. We are the home of the free because of the brave. Thank you for your service and sacrifice!
