Central Elementary

This week, our 1st graders embarked on their second Math in Action adventure, and it was a camping extravaganza! 🏕️ Students dove into the theme, working together to brainstorm and plan three exciting math camp activities. To make the day even more special, they rotated between all three first grade classrooms for a variety of exciting games and crafts. In Ms. Cohen’s room, desks transformed into cozy tents, where flashlights helped illuminate the fun as friends worked on these engaging activities!

Important message from our Student Council! Get ready to spread holiday cheer during Central Spirit Days next week! ✨ Show your festive holiday spirit by participating in these fun-filled days leading up to winter break. ❄️

Fourth-grade friends had a heartwarming visit from Lily, the adorable therapy dog! 🐾 Lily will be joining us throughout the school year to help spread joy and confidence among our students. One of her favorite roles? Listening to students read aloud! 📚 With her wagging tail and calming presence, she is the perfect companion to help make reading fun, relaxing, and encouraging for everyone. This paws-itively amazing program is all about boosting confidence in the most comforting way. We can’t wait for Lily to bring more smiles and inspiration to our Central family! 🐕

Last call for Candy Cane Grams! ❤️ Central Elementary Best Buddies is committed to brightening the lives of families in need within our school community. With your support, Central Elementary Best Buddies can provide: * Holiday Cheer: Festive gifts to brighten the season for children and families. * Winter Essentials: Cozy blankets, warm clothing, and essential hygiene items to keep everyone comfortable. * Educational Tools: Books, art supplies, and school supplies to inspire learning and creativity. * Nourishing Meals: Food vouchers to ensure families have access to nutritious food. Together, we can make a difference and create lasting memories for those in need. Donate today to support Best Buddies and spread holiday cheer! ✨ Complete the form below ⬇️ English: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSc2VxLLhG2NmbtESZkdKy5S1JWY7Yj9Z--7u_9Sr-ZnY92TXQ/viewform Spanish: https://forms.gle/pkQy19UgbKBLTZh56

SEL Trait of the Month: INTEGRITY Integrity means doing the right thing, even when no one is watching. It's about staying true to your values, being honest, and making choices that reflect your best self. This month, we encourage our students to: * Speak and act with honesty. * Follow through on promises and commitments. * Stand up for what is right, even when it’s hard. Let's work together to build a school community full of integrity and positivity! 🌟

Gobble Gobble! 🦃 Central students took a moment to reflect on what they’re thankful for this season. Students shared sweet and thoughtful responses, from family and friends to special memories. They participated in games, crafts, and turkey-themed activities. Gratitude is in the air as we celebrate the things that bring us joy! Wishing all of our wonderful Central families a Happy Thanksgiving! We are so grateful for your support and for sharing your amazing little learners with us. This season, we reflect on the many blessings in our lives, and we’re thankful for each of you! Enjoy the holiday with loved ones, good food, and lots of smiles! 😊 🧡

Decomposing turkeys! 🦃 Mrs. Tinkoff's class had a blast making turkeys to five! They started by shaking and spilling red and yellow counters, then used them to fill their five frames. Next, they built their way to make five using turkey feathers, and created the cutest little turkeys to show off their hard work. It was a fun and creative way to practice their math skills while celebrating the season! 🍂

Last week, Central's first grade classes teamed up with the fifth graders for a special buddy reading activity! First graders proudly shared the informational paragraphs they wrote about the human body to wrap up their unit. Students had so much fun having the older students celebrate all the amazing learning that’s been happening. Moments like these show how collaboration can make learning even more meaningful! 📝✨

Kindergarten classrooms are poppin'! 🍿 Students concluded their ELA unit on the 5 senses with a fun and delicious popcorn taste test! Students got to experience popcorn in a whole new way while they air-popped the kernels and used each of their senses to describe what they saw, smelled, heard, tasted, and touched, creating an anchor chart of their findings. Check out their creative popcorn crafts, which made this activity even more special. Such a tasty way to celebrate the culmination of their ELA unit! 🍿

First grade classrooms had the honor of welcoming parents from Room 100 who work in healthcare to teach about their amazing jobs last week! They had a neurologist, an OBGYN, a paramedic, a retired nurse and a nutritionist come in to share about their important and inspiring work. Students got to color pictures of the human brain, take home tongue depressors, and ended the day sharing what they are grateful for and watching Macy's day parade. This was a perfect way to wrap up their unit on the human body and its systems! A big shoutout to these parents for sharing their time and expertise with our little learners. 🚑 🏥

This week, kindergarteners explored their sense of taste and touch! They learned how these senses not only help us enjoy the world but also protect us from harm. 
Students participated in a taste test and sampled sweet, salty, bitter, and sour treats, rating their favorites and discovering how each flavor is unique. They also engaged in a touch challenge! With blindfolds on they practiced identifying objects by touch alone, sharpening their sensory skills and having a blast in the process!

Our 3rd graders celebrated the end of their Animal Classification unit in the most creative way — with a Writer’s Rainforest Cafe! 🌴 Students showcased their published writing during an inspiring gallery walk, sharing their hard work and fascinating animal facts. They also left kind compliments for their peers, fostering a supportive and uplifting community of young authors. Take a look at the incredible rainforest vibes and the thoughtful words shared. Way to go, 3rd graders — your hard work and kindness truly shine!

Ms. Cohen’s class had a fang-tastic time celebrating Halloween! From crafting skeletons out of Q-tips to playing Halloween Bingo, solving spooky math fact families, and joining the parade and party, it was a day filled with learning, laughter, and a little Halloween magic! 🧙‍♀️🕸️🧛‍♂️

4th grade students students have outdone themselves this fall with their creative Pumpkin Book Reports! 🎃 Each pumpkin was transformed into a character from their favorite books, bringing stories to life in the most gourd-geous way. These pumpkin characters are a true testament to the imagination and love for reading in our school. Swipe through to see their amazing designs!

This year for Halloween, teachers stepped straight out of the pages of beloved stories and into Central School! From magical worlds to thrilling adventures, their creative costumes brought smiles, laughter, and a little extra magic to our school. ✨A huge shout out to our amazing staff for inspiring us all to keep reading and imagining! 💕

Mrs. Mazza’s fifth graders celebrated Hispanic Heritage Month by diving into the rich cultures of Latin America! Each student created a vibrant travel brochure showcasing a country of their choice. From stunning landscapes to delicious cuisines, they explored it all! It was a fantastic way to learn and appreciate the diversity of our world.

Central students at the Metra Train Safety Presentation Assembly, where they learned important train safety tips! 🚂 This valuable experience helped inform and encourage safe behaviors around trains.

Go for the Gold! 🏅 Central’s kindergarten students celebrated the culmination of their nursery rhymes and fables unit in ELA by participating in the exciting Nursery Rhyme Olympics! The events included the Humpty Dumpty Puzzle Race, Jack Be Nimble Candlestick Hurdles, Little Miss Muffet Musical Chairs, and the Baa Baa Black Sheep Wool Spoon Race. It was a day filled with fun and creativity as students brought their favorite nursery rhymes to life!

First grade math in action! This week, students designed and planned three different kebabs, each featuring 10 pieces of fruit. To make it more interesting, no two kebabs could be the same, and each had to include at least three different types of fruit. After creating their designs, the students chose their favorite kebab to make and eat today. It was a delicious way to apply math skills! 🍓🍊🍍

Riverside School District 96, will be hosting a Parent presentation of "Keeping Our Kids Cyber Safe" presentation on the following date and times: This event will take place tonight, October 17th, 2024 in the Hauser Junior High Auditorium from 6:00PM-8:00 PM. All parents, guardians, teachers and grandparents are welcome to attend as well. Det. Richard Wistocki, nationally recognized High Technology Cyber Crimes Specialist, will be presenting proactive strategies, expert insight, and invaluable resources designed to empower you to combat Cyber-Bullying Vaping, and Sexting. This morning, Hauser students saw an age-appropriate version of the presentation.