More State Winners!!

Sixth grade students participated in Alabama History Day. This competition is designed to encourage students to explore and research historical themes and present their findings in a variety of ways. This year, students researched the diplomacy and debate used in the work of the Lowndes County Freedom Organization. One group presented a historical performance while another group used an exhibit board. Although they were competing against not only other 6th graders but also 7th and 8th graders, both groups placed in their categories! That means both groups are eligible to travel to National History Day at the University of Maryland. Great job, Montez and Xavier ; Santanna, Harold, and Orianna!

State Winners!

K.I.D.S. entered the state poster/art contest sponsored by the National Career Development Association. This association encourages students in their career dreams. This year, the Gifted Education students entered the mixed media poster category in two age divisions. We have the following winners: Intermediate Division: Jaela -1st place, Trinity - 2nd place, Kyaisha - 3rd place Middle Division: Xavier - 2nd place, Destiny 3rd place Open Adult: Mrs. Westmoreland 1st place. All winners will compete at the national level. Winners will be announced by the end of April.

What's Up With Citizenship?

On our recent trip to American Village, we learned how cooperation, patriotism, and courage played major roles in the formation of our country. But what about now? What do these concepts have to do with our citizenship in America today?

Reflections and Expectations!

Welcome to 2011!! Have you thought about last year? Did you accomplish all you thought you would? Did you make any improvements in your life? Do you see the need for improvements? What do you think about last year and what do you expect from this new year?

FIELD TRIP!

We have just gone on our first field trip of this year. We visited Montgomery and explored the Civil Rights Memorial Center, the Alabama State Capitol building, and the Alabama Department of Archives and History. What did you learn about the history of our state? What was your favorite part? What surprised you?

Our Brain

We are having a wonderful time studying our brain. Did you know we have billions of brain cells? Keeping our brain healthy is essential to our lives. What can we do to ensure healthy brains? Let me hear from you!

We're Learning Spanish!

This year we are learning to speak a little Spanish. We are also learning a little about Hispanic culture. Why? What do you think? Add your comments!

Our Pinatas!