Welcome back, and happy New Year! After a refreshing winter break, we were excited to return to school and begin a new year filled with new adventures, learning, and meaningful experiences.

This week, we enjoyed our first dance lesson since November. We began by dancing the two routines we performed for our Christmas show, which helped the students recall familiar movements and build confidence. After revisiting these routines, we started planning to learn a new dance, and the students were eager and excited for the challenge ahead.

In our Unit of Inquiry, we spent time reflecting on our previous unit. Together, we discussed how important it is to express our ideas and feelings using signs and symbols. The students shared thoughtful reflections and demonstrated a deeper understanding of how communication can take many forms.

Music class was also a highlight this week. We started learning a new song on the melodion, practicing finger placement, rhythm, and listening carefully to one another. The students showed great focus and excitement as they explored this new piece.

We were also lucky to experience snow during the first week of the year! The students enjoyed playing outside, shoveling the snow on the ground, and piling it up in the corner of the playground. As the snow began to freeze, the students became curious and eager to break the ice, turning the experience into a fun and hands-on exploration.

We look forward to many more opportunities for learning, creativity, and growth as we continue this new year together! 🌟