Knowledge brought in

It is always exciting to go on a field trip. In fact, the 4th grade just returned from the Lynden Pioneer Museum on Wednesday where they expanded their knowledge and study of Pioneer America. Field trips are a great way to expand our students’ knowledge of a particular subject matter. But another way we do this is by bringing experts into our school.

This week we had two dads visit that are also scientists (one is a geologist and one is a neuroscientist). Having someone who is an expert in the field of study allows our students to hear real world applications of their learning and have the opportunity to ask questions. Often our visitors bring real tools from their job to show students. Being able to touch a rock pick is much more fun than reading about one!

No matter if it is a field trip to learn about a time in history or a visit from a real scientist, bringing the outside world into the classroom is a great addition to any unit of study and is usually the part that our students remember the most.

If you have a talent that relates to something your child is learning, please let your child's teacher know -- we are always looking for guest speakers!

Mother's Day

With Mother’s Day fast approaching I want to share with the parent body that I too, will be becoming a mother soon. My husband and I are expecting our first child in October. I will be returning to St. Paul’s Academy next year and hope to return back to work as soon as possible after the birth.

Those of you who know me, know that children bring me immense joy. I am so blessed to have a job I love. I think that each child is truly special and I am so glad to be part of your child’s life.

I am also so grateful for all of the wonderful mothers we have at our school. Know that the energy and effort you put forth is noticed and appreciated. I hope that when the time comes I will follow in the footsteps of all the great mother role models we have here.

Have a wonderful Mother’s Day! You deserve it!