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5/14/2009
General News
Carmen and Monica's Students Show Their Creativity
In art, and the art of cooking!
For those who attended the Greenatopia Gala, the beautiful painting created by Carmen and Monica's class will be familiar. Here are some wonderful photos of the students creating the fish in the painting.
Another creative activity ...read more
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5/14/2009
General News
Dental Friend visits Evelyn and Tracy's Primary
Dr. Cashion presented to Evelyn and Tracy’s primary class at the beginning of May. He spoke with the students about dental hygiene and nutrition. The class discussed healthy and non-healthy food choices and how important it is to take care ...read more
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5/13/2009
General News
Evelyn and Tracy's Class Celebrate Mexico
Evelyn and Tracy’s class have been studying Mexico these last few months. Thus far, the students have been learning about the culture and geography of Mexico, Mexican artists Frida Kahlo and Diego Rivera, our Lady of Guadalupe, the Mexican ...read more
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5/12/2009
General News
Great Photos From Isabelle and Syeda's Class
Field Trips, Grandparents Day, and More!
Isabelle and Syeda's class have recently taken a wonderful field trip to the Natural Science Center for a picnic and a visit to the zoo (with the help of some terrific chaperones). Take a look at the wonderful photos!
Other ...read more
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4/30/2009
General News
Toddlers Love Learning!
Denise and Camille's Students Enjoy Classroom Work
Toddler students' love of learning is evident in Denise and Camille's class as the children pursue their interests with enthusiasm and fun!
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4/30/2009
General News
Sweet Peas for Spring - Middle School Permaculture Design
What happens when you give a group of GMS Middle School students a task (create a trellis for peas), four 2x2's, three nails, some nylon netting, and a drill? They create art that's functional!
That's precisely the experience ...read more
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4/27/2009
General News
Evelyn & Tracy's Students Create Birdfeeders
What a wonderful way to celebrate spring! Evelyn and Tracy's students combined some practical life skills with science and art to create hand made bird feeders. The GMS gardens and outdoor work areas are such a perfect setting for lessons ...read more
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4/9/2009
General News
Isabelle and Syeda's Class Egg Hunt
On Thursday, April 9th, Isabelle and Syeda's class, along with some parent helpers and our Middle School Study Buddies, enjoyed an outdoor egg hunt! It was a beautiful spring day, and the children had a wonderful time finding eggs, and having ...read more
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4/8/2009
General News
Lower El Student Visits Primary Class
Anna Katharine Reports on Sea Turtles
Lower Elementary student, Anna Katharine, presented to Evelyn and Tracy's primary class. Anna Katharine, a student in Kaki and Debra's class, gave a book report on sea turtles. The primary students listened attentively and asked numerous ...read more
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4/7/2009
General News
Fare Faire 2009!
5th Levels and Families Host a Wonderful Event
In the GMS Great Hall (gym) the 5th levels and their teachers and families hosted a medieval feast complete with authentic recipes, wooden spoons, and gallant knights and ladies.
The main event of the evening was a play put on by 5th ...read more
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4/6/2009
General News
Kelly and Rhea's Students Create Solar System Work on the Playground
Creative, eager learners at work!
At GMS, students are given the tools to own their learning. They have opportunities in the woods and the playground and the gardens to extend their learning beyond the classroom.
These photos show how several students in Kelly and ...read more
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4/1/2009
General News
Isabelle and Syeda's Classroom Activities
Enjoy some wonderful photos of the students working
Children in Isabelle and Syeda's class have been very busy, and the new classroom camera means we can share some photos! Students have been working in all areas of the classroom, and in the GMS kitchen! There are even a few pictures ...read more
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4/1/2009
General News
Chili Cook-off Winners!
The Arbor Day celebration and Chili Cook-off were a great success. Over 50 trees were planted at the GMS Land Laboratory and 7 teams entered the Chili-Cook-off. All seven teams created wonderful chili including "Chili Blanco" and "Andi and ...read more
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3/26/2009
General News
Evelyn and Tracy's Class - Primary Study of the Human Body
Students at GMS will have a deeper understanding of their education because they use it, feel it, and touch it during their experiences at the Land Laboratory. They will form extraordinary bonds with each other and nature as they become self-reliant ...read more
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3/26/2009
General News
March Land Experience
At the GMS Land Laboratory
Students at GMS will have a deeper understanding of their education because they use it, feel it, and touch it during their experiences at the Land Laboratory. They will form extraordinary bonds with each other and nature as they become self-reliant ...read more
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3/24/2009
General News
The Dimension of Infant Simulation: An Area Which We Call the Twilight Zone By: Haley Hawkins
Even as she prepares to receive a baby, become a single parent, and witness the many cute coos and coughs of a newborn, Julie Canziani knows that she is about to enter into the Twilight Zone. She knows, even now, that this will most definitely ...read more
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3/20/2009
General News
Mary and Dave's Class Celebrate Carnival!
Students in Mary and Dave’s class studied the continent of South America this trimester. They learned about the geography of the area, the flora and fauna, important crops and exports, as well as the various cultures evident in each ...read more
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3/3/2009
Upper Elementary
Upper Elementary continues Battle of the Books
by Will Weaver
This year, the Upper Elementary is participating in Battle of the Books. Battle of the Books is when students read a group of about twelve books and study them as a group once a month. In March, the Upper Elementary students will compete ...read more
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3/19/2009
Middle School
Middle School Rock-A-Thon
By Middle School Staff Writers Sarah Schott and Olivia Meyer-Jennette
On the night of February twentieth, eleven middle school students gathered in the GMS library to participate in a Rock-A-Thon. The Rock-A-Thon is an annual event that raises money for a charity that the participating students choose. The ...read more
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3/11/2009
Middle School
Crime Scene Specialists Present to Middle School
Students Are Studying The Science Behind Forensics
What happened at the Montessori School? Did you see the Crime Scene Van there? Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at approximately 8:15 a.m., students entered the building to find Crime Scene Investigators, Patricia Caffey and Teresa Ketner, working ...read more
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3/9/2009
Middle School
Middle School Physical Education – Modern & Contemporary Dance
To provide a comprehensive and unique program, we introduced dance into the Middle School P.E. curriculum this year. We are fortunate to have a knowledgeable and experienced dance volunteer, Melanie, who attends UNCG in the Master’s of Dance ...read more
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