A scene from the spring musical, "Annie Jr."
Week of May 6th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we highlight the arts at Sligo Middle School with the production of our Spring Musical! The student director and cast were phenomenal- the choreography, singing, acting, and design were impeccable. Thank you as well to our staff who led students in this effort, Mr. Kelsey (Chorus teacher/co-director), Mr. Davis (Theater teacher/co-director), and Ms. Parks (Music teacher, sound director). The Sligo Theater Company hopes to see you at shows again next year!
Student Spotlight
This week, we celebrate ALL of our students who did an excellent job during MCAP Math and ELA state testing. Three days of morning and afternoon test sessions meant we had some extra fun on Friday. Shoutout to our team leaders for organizing and teachers for leading activities of interest for our students purely in the name of fun! Examples including vision boards, different sports, comic-con, and even sneaker cleaning! GREAT JOB ALL STUDENTS WITH TESTING!
Students in the "sneaker cleaning" Fun Friday group pausing the scrubbing for a photo!
Teacher's Appreciation Week! Join us in supporting and celebrating all Sligo Staff!
Week of April 29th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we highlight ALL of the fabulous teachers, counselors, support staff, and more who make our school run at a high level each and every day. This week was our celebration of Teacher Appreciation Week!! Thank you to our amazing PTSA for their support and all of the planned activities, treats, and positive moments. Teaching and working in a school is a challenging profession and is powered by a love and passion for empowering and educating young people. We are beyond thankful and appreciative of all teachers and staff that make Sligo Middle School a great place to be each and every day.
Student Spotlight
This week, we celebrate our students who are dedicating their time in extracurricular activities to pursue passions of theirs outside of the classroom. This ranges from athletics, to leadership activities, to clubs where SSL hours can be earned for service, such as Ms. Cassagnol's Environmental Club! Students weekly make our school grounds and local watershed a better and healthier place. Stay Green, Stallions!
Students in the Environmental Club gaining SSL hours cleaning up campus!
Students and staff working together during a tactile lesson.
Week of April 22nd
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we saw teachers across the building finding ways for students to have hands-on experiences and work together. Seen left is Ms. Anderson and Ms. Radushkovsky working with students about the sequence of steps/actions to take to build a peanut butter and jelly sandwich, breaking down the project into small pieces. Creativity in our instruction is alive and well to create opportunities for all students!
Student Spotlight
This week, we celebrated our Honor Roll and "On a Roll" students for their achievement and/or growth during the third quarter. We are excited about a strong fourth quarter and finish to the school year! One way our students show their academic commitment is by working hard during class time and collaborating with their peers, which was done masterfully during an Algebra lesson to solve a mystery case using quadratics.
Students working together to solve the clues!
Ms. Cassagnol showing students different mystery minerals!
Week of April 15th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we saw our teachers in various spaces use real-life objects and hands-on experiences for students to use in their learning. In 6th grade science, Ms. Cassagnol brought out her extensive collection of minerals as models for students to use in experiments about mass, volume, and density. Students were excited and asking so many insightful questions about all of the "cool rocks" they were seeing!
Student Spotlight
This week, Sligo Administration was roaming the hallways and heard the beautiful sounds coming out of the band room. Concert Band, and all of our music courses, are hard at work preparing for differnet end-of-the-year performances. Practice makes perfect, and thank you for making our hallways sound amazing!
Concert Band rehearsing!
Students safely viewing the eclipse!
Week of April 8th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we saw our teachers take advantage of the astronomical phenomenon of the solar eclipse as a teachable moment. This past Monday afternoon, ALL students and staff were able to view the solar eclipse safely thanks to our Science Content Specialist, Mrs. Taylor-Rubin, who worked with the National Science Foundation, to acquire them for our school free of charge. Pictured here to the left is some our teachers and their students enjoying the moment!
Student Spotlight
This week, Sligo 6th grade students took a field trip to the Smithsonian National Museum of American History where they learned about a variety of topics. Students were able to see primary and secondary sources in person and utilize their social studies thinking skills in action. One highlight was ¡Presente! A Latino History of the United States. A sincere THANK YOU to our 15+ parent/caregiver volunteers and our teachers for ensuring students have opportunities for real-life learning experiences.
Students using an interactive tool in an exhibit
Students in Grade 6 having a blast in PE!
Week of April 1st
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we saw how rain or shine, our Physical Education teachers ensure students have an opportunity to move and engage in sport each and every day. Pictured are 6th grade students mid soccer game. There were some great shots and defense all around! Students have choices in what they do in Physical Education classes and we ensure that all students have a role in participating and play through the Sport Ed Model of instruction.
Student Spotlight
This week, Sligo 7th grade students got a taste of the arts and opportunities at one of our feeder high schools, Albert Einstein HS! The "Titans on Tour" came and performed various elements of music, dance, cheer, and chorus. Their performances cement our belief in arts programming at Sligo and where it can take our students in the future. We hope to see more of our alum in future "Titans on Tour" assemblies!
A snapshot from Titans on Tour!
Teachers and Admin wearing #RedforED - we are in this together!
Week of March 18th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we saw excellent teaching all over the place- from our wonderful STEM educator to prepare students for STEM Night, to our Physical Education teachers for promoting activity in the staff vs. student basketball game, and much much more. So, we highlight ALL of the fabulous educators who work at Sligo whose goal is to make your child's experience great each and every day. Here is some of our staff wearing #RedforEd at our recent staff meeting!
Student Spotlight
This week, we saw Sligo students succeed in the classroom, on the court, and on the stage! Shoutout to all who participated and worked hard to prepare for STEM Night, our young athletes, our 8th grade Book Wars champions, and our Band and Orchestras for both getting superior ratings at county adjudication this year. All in all, Sligo students are growing and learning and we can't be more happy!
STEM Night from above!
Students working outside in the sunshine this week in the courtyard
Week of March 11th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we saw numerous teachers take advantage of the first glimpse of spring weather and utilize our outdoor learning spaces. Pictured here is Ms. Manganiello's World Studies 6 class, who took their notes and study sheets about the Etruscans and Early Rome out to the courtyard.
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight many of our Global Humanities 7 students who participated at the Montgomery County level National History Day Competition. Students who finished in 1st place in each category at the school level were invited. We even had one student move on to the Maryland State competition in the individual documentary category!!
Some of our students and families posing for a photo after the competition
Students practicing new vocabulary in sentence form with partners.
Week of March 4th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we highlight more collaborative effort in our classrooms. This time, we saw Ms. Maffeo's Spanish classes practicing their oral skills and building conversational knowledge of what they have learned in class. Our students in Spanish classes don't just learn the language as content, but also have opportunities for practice and usage in simulated real-life situations.
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our hardworking 8th graders as they completed the first part of yearly MCAP state testing. This week, they completed the MISA (Maryland Integrated Science Assessment) and worked diligently. In addition, all students shared their feedback about their experiences in school both to the state via the Maryland School Survey and internally with our Sligo-specific survey. We utilize student voice to make adjustments to our instructional program!
MCAP Testing will resume for ALL students in May for English and Math, and Social Studies for 8th grade only.
Students learning about cyber security, coding, and online safety.
Week of February 26th
Career Day Spotlight
This week, we recognize all of AMAZING Career Day volunteers and presenters. Ranging from medical professionals, to scientists, law enforcement, to those involved in the literary arts, there was something for everyone to learn about. Our students and staff are beyond appreciative of our "guest teachers" from Career Day. So, THANK YOU to all Career Day speakers on behalf of our whole community for your time today. Special shoutout to our Career Day Committee teachers for all their preparation!
Student Spotlight
This week, we hosted several volunteers for Career Day. Our students showed off their active listening and asked stellar questions to learn and engage with our presenters from various discplines. With hands-on opportunities, kids jumped into the learning and hopefully got some great ideas and interests to pursue in their futures.
Students learning from a cardiologist about artificial heart implants and technology.
A student-generated warm up on African American History in Advanced English 7
Week of February 19th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we recognize all of the efforts for our teachers and staff to recognize, celebrate, and educate around Black History Month. From our spirit week this week, to texts covering the subject in classes, to student-generated warm ups in Ms. Simmons' Advanced English 7 class, learning was everywhere! From these questions, students joined in rich discussions and reflections that promoted awareness and made connections to the modern day.
Student Spotlight
This week, we played our final two basketball games of the year. The girls played both at home, including a double overtime thrilling victory over Newport Mill MS, with the Girls Basketball Team from Albert Einstein HS in the stands to see and cheer for their future teammates from both schools. The Sligo Girls Team ended the season undefeated at 6-0 and the Sligo Boys Team ended a strong 3-3, with a 31 point win in the last game of the season. GO STALLIONS!
The Sligo MS and Albert Einstein HS Girls Basketball Teams on court after a tough win!
Students categorizing the components of Health in 6th grade.
Week of February 12th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we are highlighting collaboration in the classroom! In 6th Grade Health, Mrs. Kapoor led a lesson where students were in charge of their own learning. They discussed personal wellness and the 3 components of health- physical health, social health, and mental/emotional health. Students worked in small groups to categorize different behaviors into the 3 health components and how to achieve wellness by balancing the 3 components. Amazing!
Student Spotlight
This week, we saw students working hard in various classes. We listened to them when they told us in school surveys they wanted to work more with their peers- and our teachers are delievering! Students have been observed asking challening questions, dialoguing with each other, and sharing positively towards a common goal. This was on display in Ms. Shuchatowitz and Mr. Hoben's Math 7 class, seen to the right.
Math 7 students working hard to match written descriptions, written equations, and tape diagrams that all represent the same equation!
Students browsing the book fair!
Week of February 5th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our Media Center and English/ELD teachers for engaging all students in the Scholastic Book Fair. From manga to young adult drama, historical fiction to sticker books, and so much more (with a fun pen or two on the side), the book fair spreads the message from many of our teachers and staff that reading is ESSENTIAL and FUN!
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight the majority of our Stallion Students who made the Honor Roll or "On A Roll" lists for Quarter 2. These groups were celebrated in the cafeteria with a morning treat and some fanfare to celebrate their continued success and growth. Above 60% of students in each grade level made the Honor Roll, and we celebrated additional students who showed the most growth from Q1 to Q2 and are truly "On A Roll!"
A snapshot from an Honor Roll party this past week.
Our ELD, World Languages, and Music Department engaged in professional learning.
Week of January 29th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our ELD, World Languages, and Music Department for their high engagement and participation in our schoolwide professional devleopment this week on Kagan Structures for collaborative learning (part 2). They jumped in and practiced some new strategies to implement and made plans for how students can work together more in their content areas. Kudos!
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our historians, also known as students in Global Humanities 7 who presented their final National History Day projects to judges and their peers this week. It was outstanding to see such in-depth research, professionalism, and content knowledge on display. From documentary films, to exhibit boards, to performances in song, students showed off their learning in immense detail!
A snapshot of some student exhibits from National History Day.
Students collaborating in French class; evidence of Kagan Learning Structures in action.
Week of January 22nd
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we found many Sligo teachers putting our in-house professional development on collaborative learning structures to use! Once such example was in French class, where student "captains" asked questions at their tables and students recorded responses on whiteboards while other students were able to provide feedback. Then, the roles changed so all could participate equitably.
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our future Stallion engineers and STEM explorers! 6th graders in the elective rotation participate in one quarter of Coding and Game Development. One of the students' favorite projects is building robots where, of course, they must race! This week, students worked hard to ensure their robots were primed for success, programming and all.
Students in Coding and Game Development working on the finishing touches of their robots before the race!
Mr. Mohamud leading the huddle and drawing up a new play during a timeout.
Week of January 15th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, even though we were only in the building for one day, teaching and learning were all over! This time, we saw it on the court, as we hosted our first home basketball game. Both the boys' and girls' teams were victorious! Effective teaching takes many forms, including coaching! Thank you to our teacher/coaches for basketball, Mr. Mohamud and Mr. Davis.
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our Stallion Cheerleaders! The newest club at Sligo has 43 students who show their school spirit, rhythm, and enthusiasm adding such positive energy to the crowd at our home basketball game. See them at events moving forward!
The Cheerleading Club pauses for a fun photo!
Students in Ms. Chichester's class working on National History Day projects.
Week of January 8th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, while walking the hallways, we came across the Global Humanities 7 classes, taught by Ms. Chichester, working diligently on the final steps of their National History Day projects. Ms. Chichester leads students through a dense research project over many weeks, culminating in student presentations at the National History Day at Sligo on February 1st. Seeing such collaboration, attention to detail, and dedication to learning was a joy!
Student Spotlight
This week, we spotlight our FUTURE Stallion Students! Our Sligo team went out to Glen Haven, Flora Singer, and Woodlin Elementary Schools to talk about what middle school will be like and sign up for elective classes. The excitement, inquisitive questions, and positive energy in room made us excited to welcome them next year!
A snapshot from Sligo's visit to Glen Haven ES to speak to 5th graders! Incoming Parent Night and Registration are this week!
Students in Ms. Lubitz's Algebra I class working together on their assignments to prepare for collaboration!
Week of January 1st
Teaching Spotlight
This week, Algebra I students participated in a uniquely fun activity to learn about expotential growth and decay equations. Students wrote an equation on a headband and played an interactive game where they had to ask questions. Students wrote scripts to share that included their starting point and rate of change. Math takes many forms here at Sligo, thank you to Ms. Lubitz for implementing such an interactive learning opportunity!
Student Spotlight
This week, many students were nervous (or excited) about dissections in science class! 7th grade students participated in a lab dissecting cow eyes this past Friday. Many found it fun, challenging, and maybe a little slimey. However, we celebrate all students for trying something new and taking responsible academic risks for something out of their comfort zones in the name of learning about biology! Go Stallion Learners!
Students cleaning up and sharing about their expeirences after the cow eyes dissection in Ms. Sayed's 1st period class.
Students from Mr. Hansen's 7th Grade Science class participating in a lab activity.
Week of December 18th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we shine a light on laboratory science experiments that students engage in on a frequent basis during their science classes. In 7th grade science on Tuesday, students made hypotheses about which joints in the human body would allow for a paper ball to be thrown the farthest (wrist, elbow, shoulder, etc.). Students tested their hypotheses in the hallway in groups. Thank you Mr. Hansen for encouraging collaborative lab work and making it fun!
Student Spotlight
This week, we had our annual Battle of the Classes in PE class- and a spirit week to encourage friendly competition and school spirit. We are always trying to create engaging and fun activities for students to make them excited to come to school. Throughout the week, students participated in various spirit activities- from "Maryland Monday" to holiday color days and more! Our students showed their spirit well!!
Students participating in the Battle of the Classes- some fun on the last Friday before Winter Break!
Ms. Jackson working with Math teachers during professional development last Wednesday.
Week of December 11th
Teaching Spotlight
Each month, Sligo MS teachers engage in professional learning created in-house by our Staff Development Teacher, Ms. Jackson. As a former English Content Specialist, she knows how to lead our teachers in their own learning and focus on their continuous improvement. This month, teachers learned about Kagan Learning Structures to add more collaboration in lessons, while keeping all students accountable for their work. These new strategies are coming to a classroom near you!
Student Spotlight
This week, our fantastic band, orchestra, and choral music students took to the stage (literally in the spotlight) at this year's Winter Concert. The performances were outstanding and showed off their hard work. Thank you to all who attended- it was a pretty full house- and the support you showed our students makes a profound impact!
Combined Chorus, plus some alumni from the audience, performing Carol of the Bells at the Winter Concert!
A snapshot from the Media Center during Erin Yun's visit this past Tuesday.
Week of December 4th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we had a special guest teacher come to the Media Center! Erin Yun, an author whose Pippa Park series focuses on Asian American and Pacific Islanders main characters, spoke with students from English classes. Shoutout to our amazing Media Specialist, Ms. Natale, and our Media Assistant, Ms. Henley, for the work behind bringing these engaging experiences to our students!
Student Spotlight
This week, our teachers became students this week! At our monthly staff meeting, we focused on staff wellness and engaging activities led by our own staff. From athletics to yoga, and art to drum circles, many of our staff became students in a fun subject of their choosing. As educators, we are always learning and seeking new knowledge!
Teachers (or are they students?) working in the art room!
Students in Global Humanities 6 engaging in activity during a guest speaker visit.
Week of November 27th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we had a special guest teacher in World Studies! We thank a parent volunteer for coming to 6th Grade Global Humanities classes this week and speaking about their role as a diplomat and work with the United Nations. A fantastic connection to a further Model United Nations simulations students will work on later this year. Thank you to our community members for sharing their expertise!
Student Spotlight
This week, our SGA sponsored a Multicultural Night- an evening full of activities, food, and cultural performances that show off why Sligo Middle School is truly a diverse community in so many ways. Many students made posters, displays, or helped make the night a success!!
A snapshot from Multicultural Night this past Friday at Sligo!
A moment to thank all our families and teachers for excellent conferences this week!
Week of November 20th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we celebrate the collaboration and teamwork seen by our teachers and families/caregivers at our annual Parent-Teacher Conferences this past Monday. Our teachers were excited to meet you (or see you again) and discuss your student's progress this year. Parents and caregivers have an essential role in their students success and we value your partnership! (Now, off to a well-deserved Thanksgiving Break!)
Student Spotlight
This week, our students participated in the annual Staff vs. Students Volleyball Game, a pre-Thanksgiving break tradition. Teams worked together well to try and take down the undefeated Stallion staff, yet were once again the second place finishers. Shoutout to all our teacher and staff who participated, and the PE/Health Department for organizing fun opportunities for students!
An action shot from the annual Staff vs. Student Volleyball Game
A snapshot from the Latino Parent Partnership meeting last week.
Week of November 13th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, our teaching and learning extended to parents and caregivers. At our monthly Latino Parent Partnership meeting, school staff (Ms. Burgos, Ms. Ferman, and Mr. Imamura) presented information about school safety, conflict resolution, and upcoming parent-teacher conferences. Our partners at Identity also presented on student mental health.
Student Spotlight
This week, our 7th grade Stallions attended their first field trip this year to the Baltimore Aquarium. Students explored multiple exhibits and were able to have lunch with their peers. Experiential learning is paramount to student success (and wellbeing) and our 7th grade students did a great job! Shoutout to their teachers and chaperones, too!
7th graders pausing for a photo at the harbor view room in the Baltimore Aquarium.
Counseling Department posing during a breakfast for staff this past Friday.
Week of November 6th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, our Counseling Department crafted a series of daily themes, lunch time events, and more for both staff and students in recognition of Mental Health Awareness Week here at Sligo. We thank our amazing school counselors, social worker, and counseling office secretary for all their dedication and care for our students.
Student Spotlight
This week, our Stallion actors and actresses took to the stage (theater in the round, at that) in two stellar performances of "Alienated," our fall play. The students were engrossed in their characters, showed off their performance abilities, and had the crowd laughing throughout. Amazing work Stallions, and our theater teacher and director, Mr. Davis.
A snapshot of a scene from "Alienated"
PE/Health teachers taking a moment to pose for the camera while supervising Fitness Fun Day!
Week of October 30th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on our PE/Health Department and our AMAZING PTSA for a fantastic Fitness Fun Day this week on Friday. Our PE/Health teachers promote physical fitness and wellness every day, but a special emphasis on this day full of activities outdoors!
Student Spotlight
This week, our Stallion students participated in Fitness Fun Day through their PE and Health classes on Friday. Students participated in running laps, playing soccer, shooting baskets, dancing, and even a friendly game or two of tug-o-war!
7th grade students participating in a dance battle during Fitness Fun Day!
Some of our staff and community volunteers who made Outdoor Education a shining success this week!
Week of October 23rd
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on Outdoor Education! The vast majority of activities are run solely by Sligo staff, many of whom go beyond the extra mile, and amazing community volunteers. See the photos on the left for some instructional moments.
Student Spotlight
This week, our 6th grade Stallion students attended Outdoor Education and had a BLAST! Many of whom tried new things, met new friends, and made lasting memories! Outdoor Education is a highlight of the school year for many, and we are so pleased with our students and their behavior and participation overall!
Students having a fantastic time at Outdoor Educaiton this past week!
Students working hard on their chromatography lab in 7th grade science class.
Week of October 16th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on the laboratory experiences our students experience frequently in science class, such as the studying why the leaves change color in the fall through a chromatography lab. Labs are highly collaborative and involve all students, such as this photo from Ms. Sayed's class.
Student Spotlight
This week, our Stallion musicians and singers were on display at the annual fall concert. Thank you to Ms. Parks and Mr. Kelsey, and the wonderful performances put on by the Concert Band, Concert Orchestra, and 7th and 8th grade Chorus. Also, thank you to our audience for supporting the arts at Sligo!
Concert Band performing at the Fall Concert!
A snapshot from Sligo's work during the MCPS Districtwide Professional Learning Day. Sligo Staff are here for continuous improvement!
Week of October 9th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on ALL our teachers, but specifically on Ms. Jackson, our Staff Development Teacher, and members of our Instructional Leadership Team, who implemented professional development on the MCPS Equitable Teaching and Learning Framework, support for our Emerging Multilingual Students, and connected equity work to our school improvement plan. Teachers also individually reviewed student voice data.
Student Spotlight
This week, our students participated in several collaborative activities to bolster their learning. One such example is a "thrash out," where students choose one side of an argument and provide evidence and reasoning to prove their argument is right! Ms. Chichester arranged a thrash out in Global Humanities 7 this week about how should the Aztec Empire be remembered.
7th Graders in Global Humanities exchanging evidence and reasoning to prove their side in the Aztec Empire "Thrash Out" activity.
Group work in Math 7- Jenga, whiteboards, calculators- materials galore!
Week of October 2nd
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on the creative ideas our teachers come up with to make lessons more engaging, such as in Ms. Vaughn and Mr. Hoben's Math 7 class, where unit rate and what are "better buys" were studied using Jenga and group work! We are ALL math people and math is everywhere, even in games!
Student Spotlight
This week, our wonderful Stallion student-athletes took the field at home for this first time this school year. Pictured are some cross country runners with some student audience members. Our softball teams also took the field this week on the diamond! Go Stallions!
Students pausing to pose for a photo at this week's cross country meet.
Students in Spanish 1A learning about research and citations in the Media Center for their Hispanic Hertiage Month projects.
Week of September 25th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on the collaborative work between our staff- such as Ms. Monroe's Spanish 1A classes being co-taught this week with Ms. Natale, Sligo's Media Specialist. Students were all highly engaged in self-selected research and learning how to conduct research and appropriately site their sources.
Student Spotlight
Over the past two weeks, all of our Stallion Student Scholars demonstrated their knowledge and academic growth in MAP testing in Reading and Math. We want to applaud our students' dedication to academic success and growth, and special shoutout to our staff who go above and beyond to recognize their accomplishments.
Some very happy English 8 students with their teacher, Ms. Trone, celebrating growth on MAP-R with a sweet treat!
7th grade students collaborating together during the Anti-Bullying Lesson.
Week of September 19th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on our amazing Counseling Department! Each year, our school counselors conduct lessons in the classroom on a variety of topics. This week, they presented on Anti-Bullying in all world studies classes in each grade. Thank you Mr. Chambers, Mr. Cherif, and Mrs. Bacon!
Student Spotlight
This week, our 6th grade science classes conducted the popular "Oh Deer" simulation to learn about the carrying capacity and limited resource use in different ecosystems. The tennis courts were an imaginative field for our "deer" to participate in the simulation.
Students engaged in an active role-play in 6th grade science class.
Our 6th Grade Chorus taking a brain break with their best rock and roll pose!
Week of September 12th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, the spotlight shines on all the fun things our teachers do to ensure students learn and have fun at the same time. Our choral music teacher, Mr. Kelsey, pulled out some costume items for fun in Chorus 1 class this week.
Student Spotlight
This week, our SCB (School Community Based Program) students learned about Leonardo da Vinci, then tried their hand out at making a class painting. If you ask us, it's museum quality!
SCB students during their art class working together with paint
Madame Della and some students in French 1A practicing counting to 100.
Week of September 5th
Teaching Spotlight
This week, we highlight student engagement in our World Languages classes. Madame Della, our French teacher, leads students in song to learn the counting basics. Our teachers often provide creative ways for students to master new concepts in class.
Student Spotlight
At the beginning of each quarter in Physical Education classes, students complete their fitness testing. In the famous "pacer test" today, some students made signs cheering on their classmates with their Chromebooks! We love the encouragement and team spirit!
8th grade students cheering on their peers. Some completed over 100 pacer laps!
Teachers working to pull weeds, place new stones, and beautify the Outdoor Classroom
Week of August 28th
Teaching Spotlight
While we have SEVERAL opportunities to shine some light on our teachers this week, please see some of our staff working to beautify our Outdoor Classroom! Thank you to Ms. Cassagnol for your hard work on this amazing space for our students to learn outdoors.
Student Spotlight
Students in Mr. Gordon's math class were asked to fill in the blank circles so that each side had the same sum. Students then worked together to discuss their thinking, and explain why their strategy was a potential solution.
Students making their thinking visible in math class
Teachers engaged in learning and a little fun while preparing for opening day!
Week of August 21st
Teaching Spotlight
We welcomed back our Sligo staff for Pre-Service this week! All staff engaged in professional learning, classroom set-up, and much more! Shoutout to the PTSA for a delicious lunch on Wednesday. We are ready to receive all of our amazing stallion students on Monday!
Student Spotlight
It was amazing to see the smiling faces and positive energy of our incoming 6th graders and new 7th and 8th graders at New Student Orientation this past Thursday!
