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Thank you, Ms. Mele, for bringing laughter, joy, and fun through our halls! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our JFG school-wide Thanksgiving BINGO was an outstanding success! The energy and enthusiasm buzzed through our halls as students cheered and rushed to the main office to claim their prizes! This has become a cherished tradition at our school, fostering school spirit and joy!
JFG had a great time playing "Turkey In My Pocket!" Participants aimed to keep possession of the turkey until the final bell, those who succeeded entered for a chance to win a special prize during Wednesday's announcement. Congratulations to Mr. Donatello, Ms. Scappi, and Ms. Giordano on winning Dunkin' Donuts gift cards! Enjoy your treats!
Our incredible Community Reader event inspired our own JFG Gratitude Jar! A HUGE thank you to all our readers for helping us nurture an attitude of gratitude! Your involvement made our students feel truly supported and cherished by the amazing community that surrounds them!
Mrs. Incredible was spotted in our halls, helping our kindergarten students on their exciting letter walk! Together, they explored JFG, discovering pictures and categorizing them by their long and short "Ii" sounds. Creativity makes our students thrive!
A heartfelt thank you to the Prunella Family for building our JFG "Almost Impossible Shot" challenge for our PE classes! Ms. Farinella continues to inspire our students by showing them that anything is possible with effort, determination, and belief in themselves! #JustFocusonGrowing
Today's morning announcements were extra special with a fantastic performance by our very own Aiden for both JFG and Washington School students! Keep shining and doing amazing things, Aiden! We're so proud of you! #JustFocusonGrowing
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Today we welcomed Responsive Classroom to work alongside 25+ K-8 educators on teacher/student language. Educators learned activities and strategies that help
students practice core speaking/listening skills, explored and practiced effective teacher
language that deepens student academic engagement and learning and collaborated across building levels in breakout sessions.
Our halls have been transformed into beautiful displays of gratitude and thanks, compliments to the incredible work of our students! Their creative expressions of appreciation fill our school with warmth, positivity, and thankful thoughts! #JustFocusonGrowing
In this season of gratitude and giving, our Fall clothing drive was a success! Our generous donations supported the Strengthen Our Sisters shelter, helping families impacted by domestic violence. We're proud to continue making a difference and grateful to help those in need!#JustFocusonGrowing
REMINDER: We are grateful for our exclusive partnership with CarePlus over the years. Thank you for bringing this parent collaborative to our WWRSD families. CarePlus will host a presentation, Connected Conversations on November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm. This workshop will focus on healthy communication skills, boundaries and connecting with family in meaningful ways. Details in flyer image and link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BCXlK7_2l-61qlPhKagJxlNsNZB27VVO/view?usp=sharing
Our 5th grade Peer Leaders are already making a big impact! From leading by example and helping others feel included, they're proving their leadership is about kindness, respect, responsibility, and teamwork! Thank you, Ms. Sparno for guiding them! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our Student Assistance Counselor and Director of School Counseling/Wellness were given the opportunity to connect with Body Positive Works owner and clinician, Melanie. We were in awe of the breadth and depth of services offered to clients of all ages in one place, making accessing support easy and comprehensive. Body Positive Works offers personalized guidance and support to help you achieve your well-being goals. Their diverse services are tailored to your unique needs. We look forward to building our partnership with them.
Our recess stations soared to a whole new level! Our students are weaving rainbow loam designs and practicing math concepts such as measurement, symmetry, and geometry. By measuring the length of their rainbow bands, they have combined hands-on fun with real-world math skills!
Our emerging kindergarteners are thriving each day as they embrace reading strategies, engage in collaborative partnerships, and skillfully incorporate details in their writing! This not only fosters their growth but sparks a genuine love for learning! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our first graders became skilled Word Detectives! By cracking sight words and uncovering word patterns, they are not just learning, they're embarking on an exciting vocabulary adventure with every clue they discover! #JustFocusonGrowing
Today is World Kindness Day. It falls on a Wednesday, providing an opportunity for people to fill their week with acts of kindness and goodwill. This day serves as a reminder of the positive impact that kindness can have on individuals, our community, and the world at large.
We encourage individuals to practice kindness today and every day!
Motivational...Inspirational...Empowering. We proudly welcomed Coach Jim Stroker this morning, whose contagious energy inspired us to recognize that our gifts lie within us. Let's cheer each other's gift on through gratitude, kindness, and respect. #JustFocusonGrowing
Our kindergarten students dove into "Room on the Broom," uncovering the story’s sequence, characters, and vibrant setting. The witch made the experience even more magical, bringing along her enchanting cauldron! Collaboration and engagement at its best! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our 5th-grade Friendsgiving breakfast on Sunday was a wonderful celebration that united our community in gratitude, laughter, and joy! We are truly grateful for the success of this event and the memorable moments we shared! #JustFocusonGrowing
