Art and the Art Institute

Unfortunately, this year we were not able to attend the Art Institute of Chicago for a field trip, however, we brought the Art museum to us today with a video (courtesy of the First Grade teacher):

After the video, the students spent some time coloring Vincent Van Gogh's "Starry Night":

They used a template, and I projected the picture up on the Promethean Board.

Here's how they turned out:

Reminder - Permission Slips

Reminder:

Please send in your child's Field Trip permission slip and $3 for the Zoo trip on May 8th.

Thank you!


On another note, the students have really enjoyed watching the "Liberty's Kids" videos to help us learn about the American Revolution. I own the DVDs, but if they want to watch the videos at home, you can find most of the episodes on YouTube.

"The First Fourth of July" (The Declaration of Independence)

First Communion reminders

Reminder: First Communion Meeting Thursday, April 24th 7:15pm

We are working hard, reading about Jesus and his miracles, and preparing our hearts and minds for our special day on Saturday.

While this will be their First Communion, please help your child grow in his/her faith by bringing him/her to church every Sunday to receive Jesus in the Eucharist.

First Communion Practice

*Important Reminder*

First Communion Practice - Thursday, April 24th - 7:15pm in the church

Please attend. (The students and at least one parent- or godparent- should be present. We will be rehearsing for Saturday, and there will be an opportunity to ask Fr. Felipe any questions you may have.)

Three Trees and God's plans

As we near Easter- and also First Communion- we have been focusing on many stories about Jesus' life. Today's story was The Tale of Three Trees.

We started off watching a video that tells a story of three trees with great plans to hold the world's greatest treasure, become a mighty sailing ship, and grow to be the tallest tree to point up to God. Each tree is chopped down... and it is not used for what it originally wanted... God had greater plans in mind. Watch the video to see what happens:

During the video, we stopped it a few times to have pair share discussions about the three trees, their dreams, and what happened. Afterwards, the students completed a graphic organizer with pictures and written responses. (There was even a word search for early finishers!)

Finally, we ended with a stand-up cross activity. They decorated their crosses to explain how they can show others the way to God.

Have a blessed remainder of Holy Week and a lovely Easter!

Reminders:

*No school Friday or Monday - Easter weekend
*First Communion - Saturday, April 26th - 10:00am (still waiting on news about practice!)

Correction - 1st Communion Time

I apologize, but I made a mistake with the time of First Communion!

It is Saturday, April 26th, at 10:00am (not 10:30 as previously noted). I am sorry for any inconvenience.

More details to come about practices and what time your child should be at the church.

Thank you!

Art Project and Special Visitors

We had a fabulous Friday. The second graders were on their best behavior at Mass. They knew all of the answers to the questions Fr. Felipe asked them about First Reconciliation (Saturday at 6:30pm). They sculpted animals out of clay during Art class. Also, they were on their best behavior for our school's guests from the University of Notre Dame.

You can watch a short informational video about the bus tour visits at the link below. Additionally, please enjoy some photos from the art projects:

Have a great weekend. Looking forward to seeing many families on Saturday night!