We are thrilled to announce that Mrs. Jennifer Patterson is JFG's Governor's Educator of the Year! Her unwavering passion for igniting a love of learning in her students, combined with her dedication to creating engaging and impactful experiences, truly distinguishes her as an inspiration in education. Join us as we celebrate Mrs. Patterson for this well-deserved recognition!
Today, we had a special guest at our school, Colonel, the district’s therapy dog! Thank you, Dr. Gluck, for bringing Colonel to spend time with students, spreading smiles, and bringing comfort through our halls. He helped kick off another amazing week at JFG! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our second graders rotated through math stations! By using hands-on practice with base-ten blocks, applying mental math techniques, and participating in fun interactive games, every student had the opportunity to explore their math skills in an engaging way! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our Grade 1 students had an incredible experience today on a scavenger hunt! They eagerly searched for sentences and effectively utilized the CUPS tool to enhance and edit their writing. It was the perfect mix of adventure and learning! #JustFocusonGrowing
Check out the exciting new additions to JFG's playground! We've enhanced the fun with a Funnel Ball, engaging STEMplay zones, and a Freedom Swing designed for ALL students to enjoy! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our young leaders powerfully demonstrated the impact of gratitude by sharing their peers' "Thankful Thoughts." The JFG Gratitude Jar will be a meaningful symbol, continually reminding us of all the wonderful things we have to appreciate! #JustFocusonGrowing
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Thank you, Ms. Mele, for bringing laughter, joy, and fun through our halls! #JustFocusonGrowing
Our JFG school-wide Thanksgiving BINGO was an outstanding success! The energy and enthusiasm buzzed through our halls as students cheered and rushed to the main office to claim their prizes! This has become a cherished tradition at our school, fostering school spirit and joy!
JFG had a great time playing "Turkey In My Pocket!" Participants aimed to keep possession of the turkey until the final bell, those who succeeded entered for a chance to win a special prize during Wednesday's announcement. Congratulations to Mr. Donatello, Ms. Scappi, and Ms. Giordano on winning Dunkin' Donuts gift cards! Enjoy your treats!
Our incredible Community Reader event inspired our own JFG Gratitude Jar! A HUGE thank you to all our readers for helping us nurture an attitude of gratitude! Your involvement made our students feel truly supported and cherished by the amazing community that surrounds them!
Mrs. Incredible was spotted in our halls, helping our kindergarten students on their exciting letter walk! Together, they explored JFG, discovering pictures and categorizing them by their long and short "Ii" sounds. Creativity makes our students thrive!
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
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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!
