Animal Visitors

The first graders have begun their unit study of Mexico!  Within the past couple of weeks, the first graders have learned about the geographical features, climate and historical information on this beautiful country.  Over this past week, students were exposed to some of the interesting creatures that call this country 'home'.  To help further our inquiry of the animals, 1A high school intern student, Kennady Miller, shared two of her own pets with the class to help relate to some of the animals students had learned about.

Although the hedgehog is not an animal of Mexico, its' external features are very similar to the porcupine, which does make its' home in Mexico.  Students were also overjoyed when 'Stella' the Chihuahua came to visit our classroom!  Students were very surprised to learn that the Chihuahua originated in Mexico. 

Meet 'Nyx' the hedgehog!

 

Kennady sharing background information with the students on the animals of Mexico.

 

 Meet 'Stella' the Chihuahau!

Upcoming Summer Reading Program

The First Graders had an opportunity to visit the Wellman Public Library on Monday afternoon as a kick-off to the upcoming Summer Reading Program, "Every Hero Has a Story" that will be offered!  Students enjoyed a tour of the library, listening to a couple of stories and taking part in a craft.  A cookie snack was also enjoyed as well!  This program is a great way to keep your little one motivated to read through the summer months, as well he/she is continuing to develop those reading skills for 2nd grade!   You will definitely want your little one to take part in this program!

Enjoying a story!:)

Creating their own Super Hero!!

Taking a tour of the library.

Finishing the afternoon with a snack!

Roller Skating

Students at Wellman Elementary have been doing a great job of following our new school wide PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) expectations this year! Last Wednesday, students were treated to an afternoon of skating fun at the Wellman Skating Rink. This was a reward for students' efforts and safe, respectful, and responsible behaviors in the school building. It was a great opportunity to expend some extra energy and get our bodies moving!