Fall Break
(10/8) Happy Fall Break! Students will return on Wednesday, October 15th!
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Our Favorite Apples
(10/8) 🍎🍏 Apple Tasting Fun! 🍏🍎
As an extension to their study of apples, Mrs. Andrews’ and Mrs. Hodum’s classes became apple scientists! They explored three delicious kinds of apples — Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady. Students used their senses to observe the color, texture, and taste of each apple, then compared their favorites by creating a picture chart to show their favorite apples.
As an extension to their study of apples, Mrs. Andrews’ and Mrs. Hodum’s classes became apple scientists! They explored three delicious kinds of apples — Granny Smith, Honeycrisp, and Pink Lady. Students used their senses to observe the color, texture, and taste of each apple, then compared their favorites by creating a picture chart to show their favorite apples.
Bright Ideas Grant Recipients
(10/8) 🎉 Congratulations to Mrs. Vineyard and Mrs. Hilliard! 🎉
We’re excited to share that they have been selected as 2025 Bright Ideas Grant Recipients, sponsored by North East Mississippi Electric Power Association! ⚡💡
Their innovative ideas and dedication to engaging students through creative learning experiences truly shine bright. 🌟
Thank you to NE SPARC for supporting teachers who bring bright ideas to life in the classroom! 👏🍎
We’re excited to share that they have been selected as 2025 Bright Ideas Grant Recipients, sponsored by North East Mississippi Electric Power Association! ⚡💡
Their innovative ideas and dedication to engaging students through creative learning experiences truly shine bright. 🌟
Thank you to NE SPARC for supporting teachers who bring bright ideas to life in the classroom! 👏🍎
Multiplication Properties
(10/7) While working on multiplication properties, Mrs. Kirk gave groups problems on paper plates. They could work together to figure out which property was being used.
Limo Rides!!
(10/7) Students who raised $150 or more during our Read-a-Thon fundraiser were treated to a limo ride around town and snow cones from Corner Cravings today! 🎉 The kids felt like movie stars cruising in style! ⭐️ A big thank you to everyone who donated and helped make this special reward possible!
Fall Stories
(10/7) Ms. Griffith’s students used RL.3.7 to turn fall pictures into creative stories! She loved seeing their imagination shine through each one! 🍂📚📝
Read-a-Thon Lunch
(10/6) Today we celebrated our Read-a-Thon superstars! 🌟
Students who raised $100 or more invited a special guest to join them for lunch — and everyone enjoyed a sweet treat to top it off! Thank you for supporting our readers and our school! 📚💛
Students who raised $100 or more invited a special guest to join them for lunch — and everyone enjoyed a sweet treat to top it off! Thank you for supporting our readers and our school! 📚💛
Bullying Education
(10/6) Our school counselor, Ms. Kinnard, and her intern, Ms. Madison McGuirt, are visiting classrooms to share important lessons on bullying education. During these classroom guidance lessons, students will learn how to recognize bullying, how to report bullying, and how to help create a safe and respectful school environment for everyone.
Fun in PE
(10/6) Mrs. Bishop introduced two fun and energetic new games that got everyone moving and laughing!
Builders and Bulldozers and Granny Pants!
Builders and Bulldozers: In this fast-paced game, the class is split into two teams. The Bulldozers work to knock over cones scattered around the gym, while the Builders race to stand them back up. It’s a fantastic game for improving cardio, agility, and teamwork.
Granny Pants: This hilarious game features one student wearing an oversized pair of stretchy pants—aka the “Granny Pants”—while their teammates toss various balls toward them. The goal? Catch as many balls in the pants as possible! The student who catches the most balls wins the round. It's a fun way to work on hand-eye coordination and teamwork, with plenty of laughs along the way.
Both games brought a lot of energy, fun, and fitness to the week!
Builders and Bulldozers and Granny Pants!
Builders and Bulldozers: In this fast-paced game, the class is split into two teams. The Bulldozers work to knock over cones scattered around the gym, while the Builders race to stand them back up. It’s a fantastic game for improving cardio, agility, and teamwork.
Granny Pants: This hilarious game features one student wearing an oversized pair of stretchy pants—aka the “Granny Pants”—while their teammates toss various balls toward them. The goal? Catch as many balls in the pants as possible! The student who catches the most balls wins the round. It's a fun way to work on hand-eye coordination and teamwork, with plenty of laughs along the way.
Both games brought a lot of energy, fun, and fitness to the week!
Scholastic Book Fair
(10/6) The Scholastic Book Fair is coming to DTC October 20-24! Family night will be held on Tuesday, October 21st from 4:00-6:00.