Students in Mr. Hardy’s 7th Grade Math Class were provided an authentic learning experience. Students were offered three projects to explore: Given the opportunity, how would you redesign our school’s cafeteria space to improve traffic flow and the overall atmosphere? What would you propose to do with the vacant space encompassed by our community walking path … Continue reading GEMS 7th Graders Engage in Authentic Learning Experience
The Sound in Music
GEMS was recently honored to have Ray Cornils, Municipal Organist for the City of Portland Maine, as a guest in the elementary school. As artist in residence for the education programs of the Friends of the Kotzchmar Organ, Mr. Cornils lead a program featuring a portable, demonstration organ, which was designed and built by David … Continue reading The Sound in Music
Makers, Creators, and Doer’s: 100+ Students Participate in First-Ever Georgia Elementary Maker Faire!
What is a Maker Faire? A Maker Faire is an opportunity for discussion, expression, creativity, and FUN! The expression on the faces of both adults and children show it all! On a February school night, the GEMS cafeteria was elbow-to-elbow as parents,children, and students attended the maker event with enthusiasm and excitement. Everyone was given the opportunity to create, … Continue reading Makers, Creators, and Doer’s: 100+ Students Participate in First-Ever Georgia Elementary Maker Faire!
GEMS First Graders Explore Vermont’s Amazing Animals
GEMS First Graders in Mrs. Mackenzie's class are exploring Vermont animals in winter. These students are curious how these animals survive the harsh winter weather conditions in Vermont. Students are learning about non-fiction text features and how to use many forms of text both digital and print to gather information on our animals. As part of … Continue reading GEMS First Graders Explore Vermont’s Amazing Animals
A Cappella Music Comes to GEMS
On the last Friday of January, students at GEMS were regaled with the sound of A Cappella music. Traveling from southern Vermont and New Hampshire, the Honeymooners led three performances for fifth, sixth and seventh grade students. The group, composed of two married couples, entertained as well as educated students in the nuances of unaccompanied harmony … Continue reading A Cappella Music Comes to GEMS
Cross Hallway Learning Opportunities at GEMS
The Georgia Elementary School is trying to break down the traditional walls of providing teaching instruction by implementing educational learning opportunities that are more appropriate for specific audiences. We know that children develop socially, emotionally, and academically at different rates, throughout their lives, and that such growth occurs at different times throughout the calendar year. … Continue reading Cross Hallway Learning Opportunities at GEMS
GEMS First Graders Set Goals, Make Resolutions for New Year
Many times throughout the academic year students take time to reflect on their studies, participation, and overall efforts. At the start of each school year children create goals to share with their teachers who assist them with developing a plan for individual growth and success. Teachers meet with students often and discuss with them their thoughts on … Continue reading GEMS First Graders Set Goals, Make Resolutions for New Year
GEMS 7/8 Graders Pilot Elementary Spanish Program
This year our 7/8th grade students studying Spanish will sign up to teach a Kindergarten six week session. From January through February, two classes will take place from 12:30-1pm on Fridays. One set of students will teach in Mrs. Tougas's class and another will work with Mrs. Heth's students. After the February break, two new sessions will begin - this … Continue reading GEMS 7/8 Graders Pilot Elementary Spanish Program
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