encouraging students to become competent 21st Century learners
In case you haven't heard, Drama Club has been working hard on a virtual production of the musical Now. Here. This. The show, written by Hunter Bell and Susan Blackwell, with music and lyrics by Jeff Bowen, is a reflection on life in our society and the experience we have with school, friends and family.... Continue Reading →
This month our TK-2nd Graders read Dr. Seuss's How the Grinch Stole Christmas, and 3rd Grade read A Christmas Carol. Although they go on different journeys, they both have dramatic changes of heart and these grumpy characters aren't so different. With the help of our students, we can compare and discuss these Christmas curmudgeons (a... Continue Reading →
I'm sure many of the books and movies on this list won't be surprising to you, but I thought I would put together a list of books and movies for you to enjoy over Christmas break. One of my favorite things to do is to compare books to movies (spoiler, the book is usually better).... Continue Reading →
We're very happy so many of you wanted to participate in this. Great job to everyone who entered! Wishing you and your families a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year~ Ms. Natalie and Miss Leah And now, our top 5 winners for the "Disguise a Gingerbread Contest"! The winning submissions are featured below, and... Continue Reading →
Ms. Natalie and Ms. Leah are happy so many of you wanted to participate in St. Philip's first ever Disguise a Gingerbread Contest! We know you've all been working so hard this school year, and thought a Christmas themed activity would be fun. Even if you didn't enter the contest, we hope you enjoy seeing... Continue Reading →
Each year the 7th grade creates book trailers for their favorite books. It's a fun project that combines reading comprehension and technology to make a book trailer that will entice students to read the books. This year is even more fun because the new Destiny Discover allows us to add digital reviews for all users... Continue Reading →
A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens When I was little, I loved watching Mickey’s Christmas Carol. I finally read the book in high school, and it has become one of my favorite Christmas stories. Last year, 3rd grade read a play version with me and we talked about how Ebenezer Scrooge’s character changes throughout the... Continue Reading →
The Gingerbread Man needs your help! He’s looking for the perfect disguise so he won’t be recognized and eaten this holiday season. You all did such a great job with the pumpkin decorating contest, so let’s kick-off the holiday season with another one! There’s no baking required, just follow the guidelines below and get creative.... Continue Reading →
It was a quick round of voting this year. So without further ado, here are the top five winners. Your prize will be available for pick up in the school office starting Monday November 9, 2020. Congrats to everyone! The pumpkins were fantastic. Harry Potter by Sonora Landa Baby Yoda by Willam Loftus Dog Man... Continue Reading →
St. Philip the Apostle School students have participated in their 4th annual book character pumpkin decorating contest.
It's time for our 3rd Annual Book Character Pumpkin Decorating Contest. While we won't be able to see the pumpkins in person everyone at SPAS definitely still wants to hold the contest. We love seeing the colorful pumpkins decorated as book characters! Not to be deterred we came up with a plan to hold the... Continue Reading →
Ok Falcons, now that we have two weeks of school done I wanted to put together some brain break exercises for you. These are great ways to stop and reset after you have been on virtual learning. You might feel you need to do this after one class or after a few classes. Either way,... Continue Reading →
