Lots of fun, hands-on learning for Mrs. Melchior’s 1st graders as they enjoyed some Spring STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math)! “We experimented with magnetism and attraction, buoyancy, motion & design, and chemistry reactions to make a Skittles rainbow!” said Mrs. Melchior. See more photos on our Flickr page.
Schalmont 7th graders Elexis Lacy and Apollo Lee worked together to create a video game that used lessons they learned in Computer Science and English! As part of an ELA class unit on Greek Mythology, Elexis and Apollo developed their own myth together for a game called “The Battle of Kaminar & Orestes”. Elexis then …
Mrs. Madej’s kindergartners learned first-hand about rabbits thanks to a visit from Shelby Wimet-Himelrick of Hop on Home Rabbit Sanctuary and two of her fluffy friends! Ms. Wimet-Himelrick read the story “The Bunnies’ Picnic” to students and taught them about the nutrition of rabbits and how it compares to what students eat. “Students asked many …
Mrs. Mankuski’s kindergarten class celebrated Agriculture Literacy Week with some learning, reading and a tasty snack thanks to some special guests! “We were lucky enough to have our homeroom mom, Antonia Giuliano, who works for the NYS Department of Agriculture and Markets, as well as a special guest from Cornell Cooperative Extension, come visit our …
Dear Schalmont families, Schalmont would like to share with our families our plans for Monday, April 8, when the solar eclipse will take place. After considering a number of factors, Schalmont has decided to cancel school Monday, April 8. We will use one of the days we would normally use for a snow day, which …
Patriotic Day was a hit at Jefferson Elementary Thursday as students dressed up to show their love for the United States! View more photos on our Flickr page.
Schalmont Middle School students taught first graders about feelings and connecting those feelings to different scenarios during a visit to Jefferson Elementary last week. The group of Middle School leaders visit Jefferson Elementary throughout the year to work with younger students while also building their own leadership skills. “Students made sensory jars that helped them …
Congratulations to Schalmont High School students Michaela DiCocco and Jacob Sawyer who had their artwork selected for the 25th Annual High School Regional Juried Exhibition! Michaela’s sculpture and Jacob’s digital photograph will be on display at Sage College’s Opalka Gallery through April 13. Only 103 works were selected for the exhibition with students from 28 …
There were plenty of smiles for Hat Day at Jefferson Elementary last week! See more photos on our Flickr page.
