Happy National School Social Work Week to our very own Lisa Barnett!
1 day ago, Sara Holt
A smiling woman wearing a red T-shirt stands in a school hallway holding a large bouquet of pink lilies, roses, and greenery in a glass vase. Behind her are wall displays of colorful painted handprints on white tiles, each labeled with a student’s name and age, framed in bright yellow. She wears a lanyard with keys and an ID badge, and the hallway wall is made of light gray cinder blocks.
Math with Mrs. Hill, our amazing instructional coach!
1 day ago, Sara Holt
Two children work at a gray table in a classroom. On the left, a boy with dark curly hair wearing a "South Pride" graphic t-shirt looks down at his paper. On the right, a girl with light brown hair and glasses wearing a gray sweatshirt holds a pencil and writes on her paper labeled "Plate Boundaries Practice," containing twelve questions about plate tectonics, boundaries, and geological features. Between them on the table are two small whiteboards, two black markers, two black erasers, a blank white paper, and a teal mesh pencil holder filled with yellow pencils and writing tools. In the background, another child with blonde hair works on the floor. An adult's legs are partially visible in the upper left corner. Gray metal filing cabinets, additional tables, chairs, a black trash can, and colorful supply containers are visible throughout the classroom with a tiled floor.
Three children sit on a light-colored tiled floor in a school hallway or classroom engaged in an activity. On the left, a boy wearing a peach-colored hooded sweatshirt with a crown design holds a pencil. In the middle, a boy wearing a camouflage hooded sweatshirt and black shorts holds a small whiteboard and marker while looking upward. On the right, a girl with glasses wearing a black jacket, white shirt with red detailing, and black and white checkered pants is tying her black and pink athletic shoe, with her dark hair pulled back in a ponytail with a green elastic band. Papers with printed text and some sections highlighted in yellow, small whiteboards, pencils, and blue erasers are scattered on the floor around them. A white shelving unit with clear bins is partially visible on the right, with a light beige brick wall and brown door visible in the background.
A teacher wearing glasses and a dark green shirt kneels on a floral-patterned rug with three students sitting around her on the floor. The students—two boys and one girl—are engaged in a learning activity using small whiteboards with markers. One whiteboard shows "4x3 = 27," another displays "AND OR x+y," and a partially visible whiteboard shows "4x3 =." The girl wears a light-colored shirt and pink pants. One boy wears a blue shirt with an Under Armour logo, and the other boy wears a black and pink Messi #10 jersey. Papers, pencils, and markers are scattered on the rug. In the background, a white brick wall displays a large paper chart, filing cabinets, and a trash can are visible.
Three children sit on a black rug patterned with green and light green succulent designs, engaged in a learning activity in a classroom. A blonde girl wearing pink pants and white high-top sneakers with pink polka dots writes on a small white dry-erase board displaying "AxD 9x3 = 27 Comprehension." One boy wearing a black and pink striped soccer jersey with glasses holds a pencil while looking at a worksheet. Another boy wearing a blue t-shirt with an Under Armour logo also studies a worksheet. Pencils and small black erasers are scattered on the rug among their papers. In the upper left background, part of an adult's legs and a red classroom chair are visible along with a light-colored tiled floor.
Our February Bus Riders of the Month 🚍
4 days ago, Sara Holt
Seven elementary school students stand in a school hallway holding red “Bus Student of the Month” certificates. They are lined up in front of a bulletin board that reads, “Each of us is like a single note …” decorated with colorful musical notes. Above them, framed artwork displays painted handprints with students’ names. The students smile proudly while posing for the photo.
We are so thankful for our Student Council members for putting up and taking down our flags each day.
10 days ago, Sara Holt
An adult in a blue jacket and a child in a brown hooded coat stand at the base of a flagpole in front of a brick school building, raising a North Carolina state flag. The flag displays the dates "MAY 20TH 1775" and "APRIL 12TH 1776" along with "N * C." Two other children are visible in the scene: one child with a backpack walks away on the left, while another child in a brown hooded jacket with a camouflage backpack runs on the right. Red paw prints are painted on the concrete pathway. The warm lighting suggests early morning or late afternoon, casting a golden glow on the brick building's wall.
Two adults prepare to raise or lower a North Carolina state flag at an outdoor flagpole in front of a brick school building. A man in a blue jacket stands near the flagpole base while a woman in a purple/pink long coat holds the flag with him, with a third person partially visible behind them. The North Carolina flag displays a vertical blue stripe with a gold star, the letters "N C," and two banners showing the dates "MAY 20TH 1775." In the background, the brick building features large windows, white pillars supporting a covered entrance, and is illuminated by warm sunlight. Bare tree branches are visible on the right side. A concrete pathway with red and white painted paw prints leads toward the building, with a wooden post decorated with white and red/black bows visible on the right edge. The sky is clear and blue.
100 days of learning, laughter, and growth! We're so proud of our students and staff for all they've accomplished in the first 100 days of school!
11 days ago, Sara Holt
An elementary school student and a female staff member stand side by side in a school hallway. The student wears a gray leopard-print hoodie, light-wash ripped jeans, and brown boots, smiling slightly at the camera. The staff member wears a white long-sleeve shirt, black puffer vest, plaid pants, and black shoes. Behind them, colorful student projects about notable historical figures are clipped to a bulletin board on a cinderblock wall.
Five young elementary students and two adults pose together in a classroom. One adult is dressed in a floral dress with a red bonnet and glasses, holding a handbag, while another staff member stands beside the group wearing a white graphic shirt and lanyard. The children smile at the camera, wearing casual school clothes in bright colors. Classroom tables, chairs, posters, and storage bins are visible in the background.
Two elementary students stand close together in a classroom, smiling at the camera and wearing paper celebration hats. One child wears a colorful “Happy Birthday” crown with the name “Keelan” written on it. The other child wears a hand-colored paper hat that reads “100 Days Brighter!” with a rainbow design. Classroom storage bins and folders are visible behind them.
Two young girls stand side-by-side in a school hallway smiling at the camera. The girl on the left wears a black t-shirt with an axolotl design and "100 DAYS IS ALOTL SCHOOL" text, paired with a light blue and pink fleece jacket and colorful sneakers. The girl on the right wears glasses and a purple tie-dye t-shirt with "100 DAYS OF SCHOOL" text, paired with a black cardigan. Behind them, the hallway features light-colored tiled floors, white block-patterned walls decorated with student artwork with red accents, and an EXIT sign visible above.
A teacher and three young children pose together in a classroom for a "100 Days of School" celebration. The teacher wears a grey shirt reading "HAPPY 100TH" with educational symbols. The children wear festive shirts: one with googly eyes and a monster mouth, one with "100 DAYS SMARTER" in colorful letters and pencil designs, and one with a purple monster graphic reading "I'VE SURVIVED 100 Days." Behind them, a whiteboard displays alphabet letters with picture cards, an EXIT sign is visible, and a nameplate reads "MRS. DECENOR." The brightly lit classroom has tiled ceilings, a pink table, storage bins, and educational displays.
Seven people—six children and an adult teacher—pose in a classroom dressed in creative costumes for a "100 Days of School" celebration. Children are dressed as elderly characters, a sparkly astronaut, and other creative outfits, many holding books. The teacher wears a white shirt with a large "100" graphic and colorful checkered hearts. Behind them, a blackboard reads "TO THE adventure BEGIN..." with student names listed. Classroom posters display the alphabet, sight words, and motivational phrases like "Our little SEEDS grow mighty TREES." An EXIT sign is visible, and a red rug is on the tiled floor.
Four young kindergarten students celebrate the 100th day of school in a classroom. From left to right: a girl wearing a shirt reading "100 days of school" with gift box graphics; a boy wearing a hat reading "I'M [sun graphic] 100 BRIGHT"; a boy wearing a "RAMEN LIFE" shirt dressed as an elderly person with a plaid shirt, glasses, and walking stick; and a boy wearing a shirt reading "GOOD GOOGLY MOOD 100 DAYS OF SCHOOL" with googly eye graphics. Behind them, the classroom displays an American flag, a purple bulletin board labeled with "MATH FOUNDATIONS," "READING," and "SCIENCE/SOCIAL STUDIES," a circular welcome sign reading "WELCOME TO Ms. Giles' CLASSROOM K," a blue alphabet chart, and a "Class Jobs" chart.
A blonde teacher wearing glasses and a pink sweater stands behind four young students in a brightly lit classroom. The children are dressed festively, with one boy wearing a red stylized "100" t-shirt, another child wearing red-framed glasses and multiple pearl necklaces, and a girl in a red shirt with a heart design. In the background, classroom elements are visible including a February calendar with dates 1-26, an alphabet chart showing "Ww Xx Yy Zz," an American flag, an EXIT sign above a door marked "47," a "Pledge of Allegiance" poster, a "MINDSET IS EVERYTHING" poster, and a "COOL KIDS" sign. Another student is partially visible seated at a desk in the far left background.
A smiling adult woman with blonde hair, glasses, and pearl necklaces stands with her arm around a young girl in a classroom. The girl is dressed in costume as an elderly person, wearing a gray wig, chain-link glasses, pearl necklace, dark floral dress, light brown leggings, and brown ankle boots while holding a black cane. The woman wears a light blue and white striped cardigan, dark pants, and light blue sneakers. Behind them, the classroom features a light pink patterned bulletin board displaying "VOWEL BABIES" and "CONSONANTS" with phonics cards, a poster reading "YOU CAN DO HARD THINGS," a dark circular chair, a small wooden desk, black storage bins labeled "QUIET BOOK," and other children visible in the background.
A young boy with braided dark hair stands in a classroom looking over her shoulder, wearing a white t-shirt covered with white cotton balls creating a textured appearance, blue jeans, and brown boots. She stands near a round wooden table in a bright, light-tiled classroom. The walls behind her are extensively covered with educational charts including phonics guides with sound-making faces, consonant and vowel blends, and a large alphabet chart with sight words and student names listed below each letter. An apple-themed decorative border runs along the bottom of the charts.
Our kindergarten friends practiced "heart" words, letter names and sounds in Ms. Fargis' class this morning ❤️
12 days ago, Sara Holt
Three young students sit on a colorful classroom rug shaped like a tree with alphabet letters on each leaf, working together to match letter cards with picture cards. The children are arranging the cards on the floor in front of them. Classroom shelves, bins, and small wooden steps are visible in the background.
A teacher sits at a small group table with several young students during a literacy activity. The students use dry-erase markers and small manipulatives on laminated worksheets labeled with tasks such as “Tap It,” “Map It,” “Graph It,” and “Zap It.” Clear plastic bags and classroom materials are spread across the table while the teacher guides the lesson.
Saturday mornings look a little different when your heart is in it for your students. We are grateful for our teachers who give up their weekend to dig into data, collaborate, and make sure we're meeting the needs of every student. That's dedication. ❤️🐾❤️
14 days ago, Sara Holt
Collage of six photos showing school staff gathered for a meeting and meal. In several images, staff members sit together at long cafeteria tables in the evening, eating and smiling at the camera with plates and drinks in front of them. Other photos show staff seated at tables in the school library, some working on laptops and others listening, with bookshelves and classroom displays in the background. The overall scene captures a friendly, collaborative staff gathering in both the cafeteria and library spaces.

Leadership on wheels! 🛼 So much fun seeing our Assistant Principal rolling with us at PTA Skate Night!

17 days ago, Sara Holt
Assistant principal skating on a roller rink floor during the school’s PTA Skate Night, smiling and interacting with students under colorful rink lights.
.Assistant principal wearing skates and rolling across the rink at PTA Skate Night while students skate nearby and families watch from the sidelines.
We honored our amazing and dedicated bus drivers last week during Love the Bus Week🚌 We are so thankful for them each and every day. ❤️🐾❤️
18 days ago, Sara Holt
A group photo of four adults — three women and one man — standing shoulder-to-shoulder and smiling. They wear matching black school-themed T‑shirts showing a yellow school bus with paw prints and a kitten peeking from a window. Above them, a string of colorful paper cutouts shaped like pencils and crayons hangs in front of a large window with horizontal blinds. The room has light-colored tile flooring with a red mat on the left and a light-colored door on the right. Visible text on the shirts/readable signage includes: "CUBS", "SEE ME", "ROLLIN'", and "THEY WAITIN'".
Was it really just a week ago that our school staff celebrated with a "Souper" Bowl party?
22 days ago, Sara Holt
Four people sit around a white rectangular cafeteria table beneath large multi‑pane windows showing bare trees outside. From left: a dark‑haired woman with glasses (dark vest, grey shirt, maroon pants) smiles with her chin on her hand; across from her an older blonde woman in a patterned top waves and holds food; on the right two younger women in light baseball caps and sweatshirts smile while eating. Trays with partitioned food, red and green plastic cups, a soda can, a tumbler, and a smartphone sit on the table. Empty cafeteria tables and light tile flooring are visible in the background.
Five people sit along two long dining tables under large windows. On the left are three women (one in pink holding a bottle, an older blonde woman, and a dark‑haired woman eating from a tray). Facing the camera on the right are a smiling man in a light grey hoodie and a woman in an olive sweater. Multiple compartmented food trays, small bowls, plastic Coca‑Cola bottles, a red cup, and a teal thermos are on the tables. The mood is relaxed and friendly.
A busy communal meal in a large dining hall: about 20–30 adults sit at long tables with attached stools, eating and socializing under recessed ceiling lights and high multi‑pane windows that show trees outside. People in the foreground smile toward the camera; tables hold plates, trays, cups and bottles. Light cinderblock walls and a colorful wall decoration are visible, giving the scene a warm, social atmosphere.
Indoor community meal with buffet: three women sit at a table in the foreground eating from trays and drinking from red plastic cups (one woman wears a colorful beanie and smiles). Behind them, two servers stand at a buffet table draped with a green “GAME TIME” cloth—one wears a camouflage jacket, the other a sweatshirt reading “CAROLINA.” Wall posters read “BULLY FREE ZONE” and show a school app QR code and contact info. Slow cookers and serving dishes are set up, and other attendees sit at tables in the background.
First full day back and our teachers and kiddos are working hard at Central Elementary 💯 Happy heart ❤️🐾❤️
24 days ago, Sara Holt
A classroom during a math lesson: a teacher in a black top and skirt stands left of a large projected screen showing a word problem—“There are 7 children at the playground. More children join. Now there are 13 children. How many joined?” with the equation “7 + ____ = 13.” Students sit on the floor facing the screen; desks with markers, containers, and worksheets fill the foreground. Walls display an alphabet chart, a February calendar, a class schedule, and posters. A whiteboard lists “Lunch: 11:15–11:45” and “Specials: 12:20–” with names. Date and time on the board read “2-11-26” and “12:06.” A bulletin board with phonics notes is partially visible.
Small-group phonics activity at a round table: a teacher in a red-and-white striped sweater writes on a laminated sheet while four young children follow along with their own laminated sheets and markers. Classroom walls show consonant and phonics posters (e.g., “sh,” “ch,” “th,” letter charts). Shelves with colorful bins, desks, and a child lying on the floor are visible in the background. Red cups hold writing utensils on the table.
Flat lay of student materials and shoes: two pairs of children’s high-top sneakers (navy/black with orange accents on left; white/red patent on right) arranged on a wooden surface. Below the left shoes is a book titled “Who Is Michael Jordan?” Two identical worksheets with an outline of a high-top sneaker and blank writing lines sit to the right. A yellow sticky note with a short list of names is in the top right corner.
Classroom reading area with alphabet and sight-word charts: wall charts show letters paired with student names and many sight words (e.g., “are,” “me,” “they,” “where,” “who”) plus phonics cards and picture cues. Three children sit on floor chairs reading and one child sits at a round table with supplies. A book display rack holds children’s books; labeled storage bins list student names.
Math center at a round table: a teacher and several children sit at a round table working together. Walls are decorated with a number line (0–100), a “MATH” banner, number-word cards (one–eighteen), a shapes poster, and a 1–100 chart. A hand-drawn sun, puppet theater, bookshelf with a globe, and classroom bins are visible; windows show paper snowflake decorations.
Whole-group instruction on the floor: a female adult in a white sweater with red hearts sits on the floor leading children who raise hands; a male adult stands nearby. The room shows an alphabet border, a vowel chart, a whiteboard, a “FEBRUARY 2024” chart, an American flag, and a ceiling-mounted projector. Desks with colored supply containers and student storage pockets appear in the foreground.
Students aren't the only ones who enjoy a good snow day! Our staff had the best time taking a short break outside on our work day.
about 1 month ago, Sara Holt
A large group of adults stand smiling outside a brick school building on a snowy day, bundled in winter coats and hats. Several people hold colorful plastic sleds—red, blue, and green—while snow-covered grass and bare trees are visible in the background.
A close-up selfie of a smiling woman wearing glasses and a winter jacket, laughing excitedly in the foreground. Behind her, a group of adults pose with colorful sleds in the snow outside a brick school building, dressed in winter clothing and smiling.
Mark your calendars!

Kindergarten registration will open on March 30th for students who turn 5 years old on or before August 30, 2026.
about 1 month ago, Sara Holt
Colorful flyer titled “Flying Into Kindergarten.” Illustrated directional signs point to text reading “Join us for… Kindergarten Registration.” Registration begins March 30, 2026, for students who will be 5 years old on or before August 31, 2026. A yellow sign says “Scan this QR code to access more information about kindergarten registration,” next to a QR code. The background features a globe, airplanes, a suitcase, passport, boarding pass, and travel-themed graphics. At the bottom, contact information reads: “Questions? Contact Leslie Coleman-Cassell at (336) 627-2686.”
Spanish-language, colorful flyer titled “Volando hacia Kindergarten.” Illustrated directional signs read “Los invitamos a… Registración de Kinder.” Text states that registration begins March 30, 2026, for all students who will turn 5 years old on or before August 31, 2026. A yellow sign says “Escanee este código QR para obtener más información sobre la inscripción de kindergarten,” next to a QR code. The background features a globe, airplanes, and travel-themed illustrations including a suitcase, passport, and boarding pass. At the bottom, contact information reads: “¿Tiene preguntas? Comuníquese con Leslie Coleman-Cassell al (336) 627-2686.”
Mrs. Hill, our instructional coach, taught a professional development workshop at this year's Ignite and Inspire Conference. We are so thankful for her knowledge and willingness to help teachers learn new things!
about 1 month ago, Sara Holt
teacher stands in front of active board with a screen "Ready, Set, Spike!" and holds a box of Legos
Congratulations to Ms. Sanchez.📣She won the DKG grant that will help support literacy in her classroom. We are so proud of her. ❤️🐾❤️
3 months ago, Sara Holt
An elementary classroom where several students sit at desks coloring drawings. A teacher wearing a festive holiday sweater and a bright green beanie stands smiling near the students. The classroom includes colorful rugs, posters, and learning materials on the walls.
Three adults stand together in an elementary classroom smiling for a photo. The person in the center holds a paper or certificate. Behind them are classroom supplies, a brick wall, and educational posters.
A teacher wearing a holiday sweater raises both arms excitedly while students continue working at their desks coloring pictures. The classroom features a colorful rug, desks with pencils and crayons, and learning displays on the walls.
Winter Literacy Night was a success! Students visited each grade level for festive holiday read-alouds, and our teachers dressed to match their books. A magical night of stories, smiles, and school spirit! ❄️📚
3 months ago, Sara Holt
Classroom scene with students and adults seated at individual desks facing the front. Overhead are fluorescent lights and two wooden ceiling fans. In the foreground a young person in a dark jacket and glasses stands facing the room; nearby a student with reddish-brown hair wears a purple long-sleeve shirt patterned with small white Jack Skellington–style ghosts and sits at a front desk facing away from the camera. Adults sit among the students — one with long gray hair and a beard at center-right, another with dark hair seated beside a baby in a black car seat or stroller. On the far right an individual dressed as a festive elf in a red suit with white trim and a pointy hat is seated on a shelf or counter. Light-colored walls surround the room; the left wall features a large whiteboard with a projector above it and a long strip showing a number line and alphabet. To the right of the whiteboard are decorated bulletin boards, shelves, and an American flag. The floor is light tile.
A classroom decorated with colorful holiday string lights and a large projected fireplace scene. A teacher sits on a chair at the front of the room holding a picture book, smiling as several young students sit on a rug facing her. Some students wear festive pajamas and one is wrapped in a blanket. The room is dimly lit except for the fireplace projection and string lights, creating a cozy, warm atmosphere. Classroom furniture, posters, and cabinets are visible in the background.
Bright elementary classroom during a group reading or storytelling session. In the foreground about 15–20 young children sit on a colorful rug, facing several adults dressed as elves; two elf-costumed adults sit at the front (one on the right is holding an open book and appears to be reading) while a third elf stands at left holding a baby. One child stands at left wearing a blue Sonic the Hedgehog onesie. Overhead fluorescent lights and a ceiling-mounted projector illuminate the room.
Seven women pose together in a brightly decorated elementary classroom, dressed in coordinated holiday-themed outfits that resemble snowmen (white tops with large black “buttons,” scarves, pom‑pom headbands, and a black top hat on one wearer). From left to right they wear combinations of white tops, black pants, a gray knit dress, a cream sweater, and a blue denim jacket with bright pink pants; several wear headbands or festive accessories and one woman has an identification badge. They stand on a dark green rug in front of classroom displays and furniture; behind them are shelves, a patterned bench, and bulletin boards decorated with stockings and a pink owl cutout.
A classroom portrait of an adult woman and a young boy standing side by side. The woman on the left wears a tall white chef’s hat, glasses, a black long-sleeve sweater, dark gray pants, and a white apron; she smiles and holds two small yellow rectangular boxes. The boy on the right wears a blue-and-white Sonic the Hedgehog patterned full-body pajama suit and smiles at the camera. Behind them are light-colored student desks with black chairs on a beige tiled floor.
Four women stand side‑by‑side in a school hallway, smiling at the camera. From left to right: a woman with light hair pulled back wearing a red/black/white plaid shirt, wooden‑bead necklace and red/yellow patterned earrings (ID badge visible); a woman with long dark wavy hair wearing a blue/white plaid shirt over a dark top; a woman with lighter hair wearing a brown/white plaid shirt and a watch; and a woman with long brown hair wearing a black/white plaid shirt over dark pants. They stand in front of a white brick wall decorated with a colorful triangular‑flag bunting and student artwork flags that repeat the phrase “ALL ABOUT ME” (the leftmost flag reads “MY FAVORITE…” with a drawing).
Interior classroom scene with adults and young children gathered for a group activity. In the foreground several adults sit at small dark-wood tables with green stools or on the floor; one adult wears patterned pajamas, another a red-and-black plaid shirt, and a third a pink shirt reading “UNC HEALTH Rockingham.” Children and more adults sit on rugs and low wooden-stump seats in the midground facing a woman leading the activity. The room has light gray walls, a tiled floor with visible bear-paw footprints, fluorescent ceiling lights, and a large whiteboard at the back framed by an alphabet chart (“Aa Bb Cc … Zz”).
four parents stand at the back of a classroom listening to a story
computer screen shows image of three teachers dressed as elf on the shelf
Teacher stands at the front of the room and reads a story while students sit in chairs listening
We are so proud of our third-grade students! They put on a wonderful performance for their peers, our staff, and their families. We’d also like to give a special shout-out to Ms. Huss for all of her hard work preparing our students for the big night.
3 months ago, Sara Holt
A large group of third-grade students stand on risers on a school stage, singing during a performance. Two boys stand at microphones in front of the group, reading or speaking from a music stand. In the foreground, many younger students sit on the floor watching the performance. The background includes black stage curtains and a light-colored brick wall.
Here is alt text for the image: **Alt text:** A large group of elementary students stand on risers in a school gymnasium, performing together while an audience of students sits on the floor watching. Several students in the front row of the performers have stepped forward and are doing hand motions as part of the performance. Above the stage, two banners hang on the brick wall reading “School of Distinction” and “School of Honors Excellence.” The gym is brightly lit with exposed ceiling beams.
A large group of third-grade students stand on risers on a school stage, singing during a performance. Four students stand at microphones in front of the group, reading or speaking from a music stand. In the foreground, many younger students sit on the floor watching the performance. The background includes black stage curtains and a light-colored brick wall.
A large group of third-grade students stand on risers on a school stage, singing during a performance. In the foreground, many younger students sit on the floor watching the performance. The background includes black stage curtains and a light-colored brick wall.
Thanks to our wonderful PTA for organizing and running this year's Holiday Shoppe.
3 months ago, Sara Holt
Three adults stand in a classroom. One is helping a female student purchase items in the holiday shoppe. The other two are standing and talking to each other. A female student stands behind them looking on.
Parents and students are seen shopping the Holiday Shoppe in a classroom.
Two women stand, leaning together, in the holiday shoppe. There is a table in front of each filled with merchandise for students to purchase.
Prior to our snow days, we had three students who had the opportunity to participate in our District Science Fair. We are so proud of these Panther cubs.
3 months ago, Sara Holt
“Three young children stand side by side against a beige wall on a polished brown floor. The child on the left wears a pink jacket, patterned leggings, and tan boots with white fur trim. The child in the middle wears a camouflage-print shirt over a black long-sleeve top, light jeans, and black shoes. The child on the right wears a black hoodie with a geometric design, black pants, and black shoes. All three children are smiling and facing the camera.”
After reading Balloons on Broadway and learning all about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, our second grade students created their own balloons and had their own parade.
3 months ago, Sara Holt
A large group of elementary-aged children stand together on a gymnasium stage, each holding a colorful balloon decorated with different drawings and designs. The kids are smiling and raising their balloons high in the air. Behind them hangs a curtain, and above are school banners recognizing distinctions and honors. An American flag stands to the right side of the stage. The gym floor and walls are visible in the foreground.