A heartfelt thank you to the Prunella Family for building our JFG "Almost Impossible Shot" challenge for our PE classes! Ms. Farinella continues to inspire our students by showing them that anything is possible with effort, determination, and belief in themselves! #JustFocusonGrowing
Today's morning announcements were extra special with a fantastic performance by our very own Aiden for both JFG and Washington School students! Keep shining and doing amazing things, Aiden! We're so proud of you! #JustFocusonGrowing
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wkuSC6XtqbY
Today we welcomed Responsive Classroom to work alongside 25+ K-8 educators on teacher/student language. Educators learned activities and strategies that help
students practice core speaking/listening skills, explored and practiced effective teacher
language that deepens student academic engagement and learning and collaborated across building levels in breakout sessions.
Our halls have been transformed into beautiful displays of gratitude and thanks, compliments to the incredible work of our students! Their creative expressions of appreciation fill our school with warmth, positivity, and thankful thoughts! #JustFocusonGrowing
In this season of gratitude and giving, our Fall clothing drive was a success! Our generous donations supported the Strengthen Our Sisters shelter, helping families impacted by domestic violence. We're proud to continue making a difference and grateful to help those in need!#JustFocusonGrowing
REMINDER: We are grateful for our exclusive partnership with CarePlus over the years. Thank you for bringing this parent collaborative to our WWRSD families. CarePlus will host a presentation, Connected Conversations on November 20, 2024 at 6:00pm. This workshop will focus on healthy communication skills, boundaries and connecting with family in meaningful ways. Details in flyer image and link here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1BCXlK7_2l-61qlPhKagJxlNsNZB27VVO/view?usp=sharing
Our 5th grade Peer Leaders are already making a big impact! From leading by example and helping others feel included, they're proving their leadership is about kindness, respect, responsibility, and teamwork! Thank you, Ms. Sparno for guiding them! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our Student Assistance Counselor and Director of School Counseling/Wellness were given the opportunity to connect with Body Positive Works owner and clinician, Melanie. We were in awe of the breadth and depth of services offered to clients of all ages in one place, making accessing support easy and comprehensive. Body Positive Works offers personalized guidance and support to help you achieve your well-being goals. Their diverse services are tailored to your unique needs. We look forward to building our partnership with them.
Our recess stations soared to a whole new level! Our students are weaving rainbow loam designs and practicing math concepts such as measurement, symmetry, and geometry. By measuring the length of their rainbow bands, they have combined hands-on fun with real-world math skills!
Our emerging kindergarteners are thriving each day as they embrace reading strategies, engage in collaborative partnerships, and skillfully incorporate details in their writing! This not only fosters their growth but sparks a genuine love for learning! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our first graders became skilled Word Detectives! By cracking sight words and uncovering word patterns, they are not just learning, they're embarking on an exciting vocabulary adventure with every clue they discover! #JustFocusonGrowing
Today is World Kindness Day. It falls on a Wednesday, providing an opportunity for people to fill their week with acts of kindness and goodwill. This day serves as a reminder of the positive impact that kindness can have on individuals, our community, and the world at large.
We encourage individuals to practice kindness today and every day!
Motivational...Inspirational...Empowering. We proudly welcomed Coach Jim Stroker this morning, whose contagious energy inspired us to recognize that our gifts lie within us. Let's cheer each other's gift on through gratitude, kindness, and respect. #JustFocusonGrowing
Our kindergarten students dove into "Room on the Broom," uncovering the story’s sequence, characters, and vibrant setting. The witch made the experience even more magical, bringing along her enchanting cauldron! Collaboration and engagement at its best! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our 5th-grade Friendsgiving breakfast on Sunday was a wonderful celebration that united our community in gratitude, laughter, and joy! We are truly grateful for the success of this event and the memorable moments we shared! #JustFocusonGrowing
🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃 A huge thank you to all the amazing moms who made our Halloween Staff Snack Boo Cart a spooky success! 🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃🎃 #JustFocusonGrowing
Wishing all our amazing students, dedicated teachers, and supportive families a truly spook-tacular Halloween! With warm wishes from the JFG Staff, School Supplies!
#JustFocusonGrowing
Every day, we champion respect and kindness! Don't miss this heartwarming video showcasing our delightful Cardinals as we work together to achieve the vision and mission of JFG! "It's About Respect, So Check It Out!" #JustFocusonGrowing
https://youtu.be/jaujEQw4NSc?si=E0vEfgTXN2CqxM7D
Mr. D's fifth-graders took the lead in crafting the message for our school’s message board! It highlights the spirit, experience, and positivity of our school community! Check it out next time you pass by! #JustFocusonGrowing
We were thrilled to welcome author M.D. Payne to JFG! The highlight of the visit was an engaging interactive story activity where students collaborated with Mr. Payne to create an amazing tale. His visit was inspiring, and we are grateful for the experience! #JustFocusonGrowing
