5, 4, 3, 2, 1! Happy Summer, everyone!
2nd Water Day is always a hit!
Mr. Barrau and Ms. Staes's second grade class performed for us on Thursday morning, singing "See You Again." Thanks, Sun Rays!
The fourth graders "Passed the Torch" to the third graders on Wednesday afternoon. Representatives from each fourth grade homeroom gave a speech the class had written, 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!
Wednesday morning was a special morning meeting for the fourth graders, as they get ready to move on to middle school. Students shared favorite memories and special morning meetings from the past, and they explained how they were going to pass the literal and figurative torch to the current third graders. Ms. Henry, the principal from the middle school, and Delilah, an upcoming seventh grader, welcomed them to the Marsalis campus next year, reminding them how much will still be the same. We ended with singing "Learning the Willow Way" and wished the students well on their new ventures!
The first grade hosted all the kindergarten classes for a K-1 Fun Day on Monday! They played games, enjoyed popsicles, and made connections with friends as they celebrated the end of the year and the kindergarteners got ready to transition to first grade. What a great day!
What a special Morning Meeting we had today! The seniors, our Class of 2024, came over to the Williams campus so the Lower School students could celebrate them and so they could reminisce about their younger days. After singing "Learning the Willow Way" and receiving their graduation caps made by the kindergarten and fourth grade buddies, the seniors toured the school and played on the playground. Congratulations, Seniors!
What a wonderful show from the Drama Company on Friday! Thanks to Ms. Michele and Ms. Tara and a talented cast and crew for sharing "Monsters Great and Small" with us!
Meteorologist Amber Wheeler from Fox 8 stopped by to share her expertise with our Willow School 2nd graders. Second grade has been researching different weather phenomena this quarter.
We were celebrated for our amazing donations from the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Way to go, Willow School!
The fourth grade TAT kids checked in with the parents for Thankful Thursday, who were thankful for: easy traffic and getting to school on time, special teachers raising their kids to be good people, kids who knew to use water guns outside only, Minecraft, cookies, and amazing children. Thanks, parents!
Thank you for joining us at our annual Arts Happening on Thursday! It was a beautiful celebration of art, collaboration, and community. Many thanks to all the people who helped make it happen!
The 4th grade TAT students checked in with our awesome cafeteria and custodial staff for Thankful Thursday! Here are some things they were thankful for: Starbucks, family, being with all y'all and getting to spend every day with good people, my job, granddaughter, getting up to come serve you healthy breakfasts and lunches each day, all the teachers, and family. We're so thankful for YOU!
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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/Willow Please share the link with family and friends. THANK YOU!
The Willow Lower School Arts Happening is May 9 from 4pm-6pm! The Lower School will dismiss at 1pm on this day, in preparation for the big night! This year, Pepperoni's will be on site selling pizza and soft drinks! This will be CASH ONLY! Pizza slice (cheese or pepperoni)- $3; Soft Drinks (water, coke, sprite, diet coke)- $1.
Lost and Found is overflowing! Please encourage your child to visit the spot in the cafeteria to locate any missing items.
Mr. Hausman was joined by some special guests to sing a jazzy song and help us start the day in a festive mood!
The TAT students were back for Thankful Thursday, checking in with the Support Staff. Some things they were thankful for: cool breezes, daughters, sunflowers, hot chocolate, music, nachos, friends that make hard tasks easier, happy students, kind hearts, and coworkers that make us laugh, friends, and family.
Please vote for My-Anh Holmes to win high school Athlete of the Week. Willow tennis two-time state champion singles tennis player who won the Division II finals. Her combined efforts with younger sister My-Linh Holmes helped Willow win the team state championship. Please ask family and friends to vote, as well.
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