Have a wonderful summer!
The fourth graders "Passed the Torch" to the third graders last Wednesday afternoon. Representatives from each fourth grade homeroom gave a speech, explaining what to expect in fourth grade, from behavior to special events, to kindergarten buddies. Then they passed a torch with advice and good wishes on it, letting the third graders know that they've got this!
2nd Grade Water Day was a huge success, based on the smiles!
Fourth graders held a special Morning Meeting last Wednesday. They invited their parents/guardians and shared special memories from their time at Willow. Mrs. Henry, the middle school principal, spoke to the students. Both the Honors Chorus and the Honors Orchestra performed. Then the whole class gathered outside for a photo.
Mr. Barrau and Ms. Staes' 2nd grade class sang "Fight Song" at Morning Meeting. Awesome job, Sun Rays!
The Golden Lion has been on the move! Mr. Mert Saygin passed it to Mr. Irvin Lawrence, who gave it to Mr. Craig Wilson, who bestowed it upon Ms. Stewart, who awarded it to Ms. Virginia Hebert. These staff members have been highlighted for all of the Project Pride tenets: kindness, hard work, respect, and responsibility.
K-1 Fun Day! The first grade classes hosted fun stations for the kindergarten students, partnering with them for fun activities. Thanks, First Grade!
Mr. Memo and the Green Thumb Club celebrated the end of a great year in Lagniappe with watermelon, bubbles, and green thumbs!
Lyla and Eva Jane, our 4th grade TAT students, recently checked in with Ms. Flynn's 4th grade homeroom for Thankful Thursday. They were thankful for: dino nuggets, kindergarten buddies, pets, birds, Pokemon, books, video games, friends, cousins, food, water, Minecraft, family, art, TAV, tater tots, cats, Taylor Swift, Chicago Cubs, soccer, school almost being over, school and home families, and white Tic Tacs.
It's time to shine! Mathematicians in Ms. Ruf's room got to get their GLOW on while they reviewed math skills from this year with special neon and glow in the dark materials. Ms. Ruf is so proud - she's glowing!
Mr. Hausman and his Advanced Violin class performed for us on Monday at Morning Meeting. Way to go!
Mr. D's 3rd grade homeroom and Mr. Barrau performed "Don't Give Up On Me" at Morning Meeting. Thanks, Third Grade!
On Thankful Thursday, Eva Jane and Lyla interviewed Ms. Silverman's kindergarten class (over the course of two days, because of rain!). They were thankful for: moms, dads, brothers, sisters, sea turtle class, God, country, friends, family, Minecraft, movies, food, the Willow Community, the air that we breathe, softball, dogs, Earth, my baseball team, animals, teachers, the K team, and all Sea Turtles, past and present.
Last week Willow School 3rd Grade students in Ms. Riggle and Ms. Hassan's classrooms participated in a Living History Museum. Students researched an historical person, created a poster board costume, and performed in character. The students were impressive as they shared what they had learned and did a fantastic job. Nice work!
We are a third of the way to our goal in this year's GiveNOLA Day campaign!!! Please help to get us there! Individuals can make online donations--the minimum amount is just $10. The link to Willow's GiveNOLA page is: https://www.givenola.org/organization/Willow Please share the link with family and friends.Thank you for your support!
Please consider a gift of any size to the Willow School during today's GiveNOLA Day campaign. Every dollar raised today will help support our unique programs in academics, the arts and athletics. Individuals can make online donations--the minimum amount is just $10. The link to Willow's GiveNOLA page is: https://www.givenola.org/organization/Willow Please share the link with family and friends. Thank you!
Mr. Barrau and Mr. D's 3rd grade homeroom sang "I am the Earth" on Monday to celebrate Earth Day. Thanks, third graders!
“If you smile when you see a butterfly, you have happiness in your soul.” — Diana Cooper
We love the butterfly art in the hallway!
It's Thankful Thursday! Charley and Laena, our fourth grade TAT kids, interviewed Ms. Sanders' kindergarten Owls - they are grateful for: family, Taylor Swift, tacos, friends, everything, people, trees, candy, cheese, brothers, 4th grade buddies, the Willow community, pets, toys, mommies, dogs, cats, life, the Owl class, Ms. Kelly and Ms. Sparks, and all of the wonderful students.
Join us today, Wednesday, April 23, from 4-9pm at Raising Cane’s on Claiborne Avenue for a school fundraiser. When you dine during this time, 15% of the proceeds will go directly to support The Willow School – just mention The Willow School while ordering!
So skip the cooking, grab some crispy chicken fingers, and help us raise funds for our school.
Event Details:
📅 Date: Wednesday, April 23rd
🕓 Time: 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM
📍 Location: Raising Cane’s – Claiborne Avenue
🍗 Support: 15% of the profit from each sale will benefit The Willow School
We hope to see you there — thank you for supporting our amazing school community!
