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Pre-K students in B126 engaged in a study focused on clothes. These Knights began by exploring different types of clothing and what we wear for different occasions and weather. They discussed how to take care of clothes, such as washing and drying them, and even visited the laundry room on campus. The class also learned about how clothes are made and the different materials that can be used. Students received a special visit from a parent who works in the clothing industry, who shared about the work that they have done. To celebrate all their learning, the children designed their own creations and proudly participated in a fun fashion show!
Our Pre-K Knights in B125 have been investigating the topic of wheels. Students discussed the features of wheels, such as their circular shape, as well as where to find them and how they work. Wheels can help move things from one place to another, and can also be used to complete different tasks. This week, our Knights explored the pizza, its wheel-like shape, and how we use tools like a pizza cutter and a rolling pin that have a wheel mechanism. To round out this unit, these Pre-K students made their own mini pizzas as a delicious, hands-on activity.
Lower School News
Students in Grade 3 have been studying historical heroes in their social studies class over the last few weeks. After researching the hero of their choice, students wrote a report detailing the hero's life, accomplishments, key details, and why the person is a hero.
For the presentation portion of their assignment, students dressed up as their heroes and used props, posters, and digital slideshows to help tell the life story of their selected hero. Students reported on the fascinating lives and accomplishments of figures like John Glenn, Sacagawea, Albert Einstein, and more. Through this social studies unit, students learned not only how to conduct research for a project but also what it takes to inspire others and change the world.
Over the last five weeks, students in Kindergarten have studied and observed the metamorphosis of butterflies. They first learned about the four distinct stages of this cycle: egg, caterpillar, chrysalis, and a fully grown butterfly. Throughout this unit, students eagerly awaited each stage and journaled about their findings and the changes that the caterpillar underwent. At the end of the unit, students said goodbye to their pet butterflies and released them to the wild.
Middle School News
In the early morning hours of Monday, May 18, grade 8 students, along with faculty and staff chaperones, left for a week of adventure and bonding in Washington, D.C. This field study trip gives students the opportunity to build connections between their classroom learning and authentic environments and to explore more deeply the concepts covered in eighth grade. The students are immersed in the rich cultural heritage and significant landmarks that make this city a symbol of democracy.
Their days were jam-packed with visits to the White House, Capitol Hill, the National Portrait Gallery, the Washington Monument, the Holocaust Memorial Museum, the Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, Mount Vernon, and many other historical sites and museums, connecting students to the nation's past, present, and future. Students deepened their understanding of our government and the events that have shaped our world. The weather was warm but beautiful as the Class of 2026 formed lasting bonds, traveling together as a class one last time.
This week, grade 8 students experienced the joys and challenges of being a parent through the annual Baby Project in Religion class. This project was a culmination of their final Family Life unit, and they explored important themes such as relationships, communication, trust, and the value of family life.
On Thursday and Friday, grade 8 students were responsible for the care of a baby doll to foster an appreciation of God’s gift of life and all of the commitments that come with it. They learned skills such as how to hold and burp a baby. Students named their babies with significant names, such as the name of a saint that is meaningful to them. They also created a budget for the first year of care, arranged babysitting, and kept a daily care log.
