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(1/9) Mrs. Collums' classes started the first week of January off right by beginning their Fraction unit. Students rotated through centers modeling fractions. They used fraction strips to help give them the conceptual representation, and fraction mats to help them visualize and model fractions.

(1/8) Congratulations to the following students for receiving positive office referrals this week. Keep up the good work.

(1/8) Students celebrated what would have been Elvis Presley’s 91st birthday by learning about his life, music, and lasting legacy. A fun way to honor the King of Rock ‘n’ Roll! 👑🎶

(1/8) Ms. Shield's students kicked off the new year by reading "One Word for Kids," and talking about how to make this their best year yet! Students chose one word that represents what they want for the year, wrote about it's meaning, and made a bracelet as a daily reminder. Such a meaningful way to start the year!

(1/6) For their first day back, students in Ms. Spicer's class worked on two exciting activities. First, they set a one word goal for the year with their plans on how to execute their goal. Then, they were challenged to solve a mystery to prepare for their next novel study, "Bud, Not Buddy." The book was set during the Great Depression. In order to acquire background knowledge about that time period, the students worked in groups to solve a mystery about what happened a family that left all of a sudden.

(1/6) Hello, Heart Heroes! Are you ready?! The American Heart Association's Kids Heart Challenge is coming to our school soon! We have exciting things planned this year to get us moving, help others and have fun.
Get a head start by signing up today! Visit our school page at http://www2.heart.org/goto/DTCox or download the AHA Schools app! Bonus: Students get a free wristband just for signing up!
More information will be sent home on Monday!

(1/6) Mrs. Kirk’s class kicked off their fractions unit in a fun and hands-on way! 🍕 After reading Fraction Fun by David Adler, students created their own “pizza pies” using paper plates, pencils, and crayons. They practiced dividing their pizzas into halves, fourths, and eighths while discussing which fractions are equivalent. Learning never tasted so good! 📚✨

(1/6) This week, our school counselor has been visiting classrooms to talk with students about the importance of kindness. Through open conversations and age-appropriate activities, students are learning how small acts of kindness such as using kind words, including others, and showing empathy can make a big difference in our school community. These lessons help reinforce positive relationships, create a safe and welcoming environment, and remind students that kindness is a powerful choice they can make every day.

(12/19) DT Cox wants to celebrate our students' achievements!

(12/11) Our fourth graders had an incredible day on Wednesday! 🎶
They attended a performance by the Tupelo Golden Wave Orchestra, where students not only enjoyed beautiful music, but also got to explore a variety of instruments and hear the unique sounds each one makes.
After the performance, students enjoyed a picnic at Ballard Park, and had a blast playing on the new inclusive playground. 🌳✨ It was truly an amazing experience!
A huge thank you to the Tupelo Golden Wave Orchestra for welcoming our students, and giving them such a memorable opportunity! 🎻👏