Spotlight on: Yoga and Creative Movement Class
During our creative movement and yoga classes, Pk-1st grade students work on coordination, self- expression, and channeling their energy and feelings into dance. They use a variety of music, simple movements, balance poses, and props during class. Classes focus on process over product. While working on yoga poses, the students are truly learning and practicing mindfulness techniques, self-regulation, and developing a deeper sense of self. While engaging in creative movement, they are developing sensory awareness and learning to tune in and recognize visual, auditory, kinesthetic, and tactile sensations. Students are also working on communicating ideas through dance and movement, spatial awareness (where the body moves), effort awareness (how the body moves), and relational awareness (relationships the body creates). Ms. Mendez and our Julliard advisors have created a whole-child educational experience that ignites creativity in our students and allows them to take ownership of their learning, which is then reflected in all academic subjects.
Upcoming Dates
- February 14 - Valentine's Day – Students will participate in games or crafts related to friendship. Families do not need to prepare cards at home or bring a shared snack. Students may wear a Valentine’s Day or friendship themed shirt.
- February 22 - Anti-Bullying Day – We will wear pink-colored shirts to stand against bullying.
- February 25 – Fun Run – Don't forget to sign up for the Fun Run and come run with other families and friends!
- March 31 – Field Day (Please contact Ariel Weissburg if you’d like to volunteer to help!)
- March 17 – End of Term 3
- March 18 – 60th Anniversary Celebration
- March 23 and March 29 – Parent Teacher Conferences (We’ve added additional conference times on March 23. More information will be shared in the beginning of March.)
Updates and Reminders
- This month, PreK-1st grade SEL classes are focused on empathy and 2nd-5th grade classes extended their unit on collaboration.
- We’ll celebrate Valentine’s Day by engaging in activities related to friendship. There won’t be a shared snack. If a family decides to send cards, candy, or small non-editable items then all students should be included. These items will be sent home to be enjoyed.
