Grades: 1-8

Come learn to play Chess or refresh your skills with Coach William Morrison. Coach Morrison is an internationally recognized chess master, teaching chess for over 20 years.

 

Dates: 9/23, 9/30, 10/7, 10/14, 10/21, 11/4

Grades: 1-3

Get ready for some fall adventures that get students reading, building, and innovating. Each day we will listen to a read-aloud story that sets the stage for a STEM challenge. Students will brainstorm, plan, and create to solve a task using different materials. Come boost your STEM skills in a fun and engaging environment.

 

Dates: 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29

Grades: 2-5

Do you enjoy the Butterfly Garden outside the music room? Come join us as we plant another new native garden in the LS! We’ll select the right plants to benefit wildlife, prepare the beds, and plant everything in the ground - plus a few garden-themed crafts. Gardening gloves and tools provided. Prepare to get a little dirty!

 

Dates: 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29

Grades: 3-5

Join us for a captivating story time as we read aloud the classic Mrs. Frisby and the Rats of NIMH by Robert C. O’Brien. This beloved tale is packed with adventure, memorable characters, and an awesome science fiction twist. Perfect for young minds, this book has wonderful reviews on Common Sense Media. Let’s lean into our love of books with some fun and calm story time!

 

Dates: 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29

Grades: 3-5

Linguistics is the science of languages and it plays a large role in our lives. Did you know that linguistics is used to develop AI programs including Alexa, Siri, and Google? Or that linguistics can be used to solve crimes? There is even an international linguistic olympiad every year! This Gateways will let you learn about how linguistics is used every day and some of the rules that only exist in certain languages. Every session we will work together to solve a puzzle using our knowledge. Maybe we’ll even try to solve a crime…

 

Dates: 9/24, 10/1, 10/8, 10/15, 10/22, 10/29

Grades: 1-5

All things relaxing! If you need a moment in the middle of the week to recharge and relax, this is the Gateways for you. Crafts, coloring, music, meditation, and more - anything that helps us feel calm!

 

Dates: 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30

Grades: 3-5

Unleash your creativity with our Perler Bead projects! Whether you stick to the basics or get imaginative with keychains, picture frames, or tissue boxes, the possibilities are endless. Come join the fun and let your artistic side shine!

 

Dates: 9/25, 10/2, 10/9, 10/16, 10/23, 10/30

Grades: 2-5

Get ready to swing your partner and promenade! Join us as we explore folk dances from around the world, including lively circle dances, reels, and line dances. Come experience the joy of movement and rhythms!

 

Dates: 9/26, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14

Grades: 2-5

Join Ms. Dixon for relaxation and self-care! Each week indulge in activities like making DIY face masks, scrubs, hand soaps, personalized nail art, and exploring aromatherapy. Discover healthy snacks and hydration tips while enjoying “spa treatments” and relaxation techniques.

 

Dates: 9/26, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14

Grades: 3-5

Join the Lower School news team! Each week (3:30-5:00 pm) we will record a broadcast to be shown in homerooms on Monday or Tuesday morning. The news will cover things like weather, lunch menus, Lower School events, interviews with teachers and students, and so much more. Bring your own ideas to the team… And action!

 

Dates: 9/26, 10/10, 10/17, 10/24, 11/7, 11/14

Grades: 1-8

Come learn to play Chess or refresh your skills with Coach William Morrison. Coach Morrison is an internationally recognized chess master, teaching chess for over 20 years.

 

Dates: 9/27, 10/4, 10/11, 10/18, 10/25, 11/1