Fourth graders in Ms. Edick’s class not only learned how to make pastel ghosts for a fun Halloween-themed activity but shared their knowledge with younger schoolmates! “Students created a ghost template, used oil pastel colors, and smudged the colors with a tissue,” explained Ms. Edick. “We invited Mrs. Cole’s first graders to our classroom and …
Third graders in Ms. Shafer’s class finished up their math lessons last week with some collaborative, creative fun! Students used tape diagrams throughout the week to solve word problems. On Friday, they worked in groups to answer Halloween-themed word problems and then created posters to display their answers. “We really focused on completing quality work …
Mrs. Madej’s kindergartners and Mrs. Edick’s 4th graders worked together this past week for a fun, collaborative pumpkin project! “As a group, buddies worked together in Pumpkin Exploration,” explained Mrs. Madej. “Students helped each other determine their pumpkins size, measure their pumpkins height with cubes, tested if they thought their pumpkin would sink or float, …
Jefferson Elementary helped raise awareness for Breast Cancer Awareness on October 20 by celebrating Go Pink Day! More photos
PE classes got even more fun this week at Jefferson Elementary where students enjoyed Halloween-themed activities! On Tuesday, students took turns rolling each other on scooters across the gym floor to pick up bean bags and balls from jack-o’-lantern buckets, pretending they were their favorite candies. Teacher Ms. Stadel even got in some Halloween safety …
Jefferson Elementary held Fire Prevention Day this week where students learned about fire safety. Thank you to the South Schenectady Fire Deptartment for speaking with our students and helping to keep them and our community safe! More photos
Ms. Edick’s 4th grade class enjoyed working together to solve several STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) challenges recently! The Longest Chain challenged students to create the longest chain using only glue, scissors and a piece of construction paper. Helping Harry had students building a tall perch for Harry to see over their heads. Saving …
Third graders in Mrs. Wood’s class practiced working in cooperative groups recently through a science challenge called Saving Fred. Using only a paper clip, students were challenged to flip a boat (cup) over and rescue a gummy worm and life preserve (lifesaver gummy) by putting them inside the boat. Students who accomplished the task then …
