U.N. Conference

As the culmination of our prejudice unit, the 5th grade enrichment students hosted a "United Nations Student Conference" for their fellow 5th graders and their parents. They shared about various events in history and what we could learn from them, and they also offered suggestions for how we can help to end prejudice in the future. I'm so proud of all their hard work and growth during this semester-long unit!

Architecture Skype Session

Earlier in the fall, the fifth graders read The Wright 3 by Blue Balliett and learned about Frank Lloyd Wright's famous building, the Robie House. We recently had the opportunity to Skype with Don Kalec, a professor emeritus at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago and an expert on Frank Lloyd Wright and historical preservation. We loved having the opportunity to learn more about architecture and ask lots of questions about Frank Lloyd Wright.

Six Thinking Hats

In enrichment, we learn different thinking strategies that help us examine problems and situations from various perspectives. One of these thinking strategies is called "Six Thinking Hats" (developed by Edward de Bono). The third graders recently learned about the "Six Thinking Hats" and practiced using the thinking strategy.

Leadership & Teamwork

4th grade enrichment students have been learning about leadership and teamwork this semester. Here are some pictures from some activities that helped us work on these skills.