Our kindergarten friends wrapped up another ELA unit with an exciting STEM challenge—building houses for the Three Little Pigs! 🏠 🐷 Using toothpicks and gumdrops, they worked in teams to design and construct sturdy homes, hoping to outsmart the Big Bad Wolf’s huff and puff! 💨🐺 Through creativity, teamwork, and a little trial and error, these young engineers put their structures to the test. Swipe to be “blown away” by their innovative designs!
It was an action-packed week at Central! We celebrated the 101st day of school in the most un-fur-gettable way. Our first grade teachers and friends unleashed their creativity and dressed up as Dalmatians. They had a ball participating in a variety of puppy-themed adventures! 🐶 From dog ears to creative crafts and exciting games, it was a paws-itively amazing 101st day of school! 🐾
The 100th Day celebrations continued, and our Roadrunners had a blast designing special crowns and dressing up as if they were 100 years old! They fully embraced the spirit of the day while enjoying exciting themed activities. We are so proud of how much they’ve grown and learned in these 100 days! 🤓
100 Days Smarter! 🎉 Today we celebrated the 100th Day of School in the most fun and creative ways! From dressing up as 100-year-olds to completing 100-themed activities, it was a day full of laughter and memories. Swipe to see students rocking their gray wigs, suspenders, and glasses while counting, crafting, and celebrating this milestone. Here's to 100 days of learning and growing!
Mrs. Neal’s class dove into the wonders of how rivers flow during an engaging science lesson!🗻 Students created paper mountains as models of the earth’s surface and used them to discover how rivers work. Using spray bottles to simulate rain falling on their mountains, they observed patterns of how water moves and shapes the land. This hands-on activity really made a splash in second grade! 🌊
One Book, One School is Back! We’re excited to kick off this year’s One Book, One School program with the inspiring and imaginative story, Crenshaw by Katherine Applegate.
Every student will have the chance to read this heartwarming tale of friendship, resilience, and hope as we come together as a community of readers. Be sure to look in your child’s backpack tonight for materials including books, reading logs, welcome letters, and art contest flyers.
Get ready to start your reading adventure next Tuesday! For more information visit Central's One Book, One School website at: https://sites.google.com/district96.org/centralobos25/home
Let’s make this year’s program unforgettable—happy reading, everyone! 📚
New year, new goals! 🎉 Central Roadrunners are kicking off the new year by setting goals to make 2025 their best year yet! From academic achievements to personal growth, they’re ready to soar to new heights.
Our fourth graders kicked off the season with a Winter Read-In! 📖❄️ Cozy blankets, warm drinks, and some fantastic books filled the room as students dove into their reading adventures. What better way to enjoy winter than with a good book? 📚❤️
Our students truly shined during this year’s Holiday Music Program! 🎶 From festive carols to cheerful performances, they filled the air with holiday spirit and joy. The hard work and dedication from each performer was evident, and it was a heartwarming experience for all who attended. A huge shout out to Mr. Renardo and all students who participated in this wonderful program! 🌟
Our kindergarteners had a sweet time completing various gingerbread-themed activities this season! Gingy, the class gingerbread man, sent letters and crafts from Germany, Mexico and the North Pole. Students explored holiday traditions from around the world, creating German gingerbread men, poinsettias from Mexico, and Polar Express conductor hats. It was a delightful way to celebrate diverse cultures and traditions! 🌟
All aboard the Polar Express! 🚂💫 Our kindergarteners had the most wonderful time at their Polar Express Party! They created fun crafts, enjoyed festive snacks, and watched the movie that brought the holiday magic to life. It was a day filled with laughter, creativity, and unforgettable memories!
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
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* Holiday Cheer: Festive gifts to brighten the season for children and families.
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* Educational Tools: Books, art supplies, and school supplies to inspire learning and creativity.
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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! 🍿
