Category Archives: Lower Elementary
Plant Unit
First and second grade are near to completing a unit about plants. Students planted seeds that have been growing in a light box in their classroom. Growth has been documented in plant journals during the life cycle which lasts about … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, science
Celebration of Learning
For many McGuffey students, Celebration of Learning is their favorite day of the year. Parents and grandparents visit after school to see their child’s classroom and get a peek into what they’ve been working on. The day of Celebration of … Continue reading
Posted in community, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Primary, Uncategorized, Upper Elementary
Native American History
Lower Elementary had an amazing week prior to Thanksgiving, taking time to explore Native American history and better understand the origins of the Thanksgiving holiday. Having just discussed the indigenous people of Australia allowed students to draw comparisons. Emily Legg, … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, social studies
Time Travel to the 1800s
Primary and Lower Elementary classes went back in time, taking a trip to the early 1800s when most of the modern conveniences we enjoy today hadn’t been invented. Throughout the day, students had a chance to experience a different kind … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, Primary
SOAR
SOAR has begun! SOAR, Students Outside Active and Running, is a Physical Education activity that promotes walking, running and goal setting. Students set a goal for their own mileage and then run or walk during recess for two weeks. They … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, Middle School, physical education, Primary, Upper Elementary
Bread
Both the Primary and Lower Elementary classrooms made bread. Primary students are studying solids, liquids and gas. Talking about how bread rises is a perfect and delicious way to learn. Students also worked together making butter to eat with their … Continue reading
Posted in cooking, Lower Elementary, Primary, science
Chess in Lower Elementary
Lower Elementary students recently wrapped up their study of India in History. It is widely believed that the game of chess originated in India. Students learned about the two main theories about how chess came to be. After introducing chess … Continue reading
Posted in Lower Elementary, social studies
Gardening+Cooking=Pizza
Practical life in a Montessori school is designed to develop independence, concentration, and a sense of responsibility. Practical life activities are different by age range and include self care, cooking, cleaning, and gardening. At McGuffey, each classroom has their own … Continue reading
Posted in cooking, Lower Elementary, practical life
Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day
Walk, Bike, and Roll to School Day was a huge success! We estimate McGuffey had 65–70% participation, especially impressive for a slightly drizzly day. A lot of our staff walked or biked, too, including our head of school, Nancy! Students … Continue reading
Posted in community, Lower Elementary, Middle School, Primary, Staff, upper unit
2022 Egg Drop
At the Last Day of School Picnic, Wednesday, May 25, we will hold our annual Egg Drop. This is a tradition at McGuffey that goes back decades! Prior to the last day of school, students will spend time at home … Continue reading
Posted in announcements, community, Lower Elementary, McGuffey, Middle School, Primary, Upper Elementary
