Software architects from @Hyland came to talk to our 4th graders about coding & guide them through @codeorg amazing programs. The kids' enthusiasm was fun to see, but the biggest payoff was the creative, insightful connections students made! @WestlakeSchools@elementary_wes
I'm so proud of our 4th graders who chose to participate in the Fall @wordmastersllc competition! They all learned new words, stretched their brains and had fun!
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What a fantastic opportunity, having Stephen Schill of Schill Architecture here in Westlaket talk to our 3rd grade math students! He even took the time to review all of their building prints! What a wonderful community we have!
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HUGE thanks to @SceneSallard for coming to talk to our 4th graders about writing. The kids LOVED seeing a real writer in person, and the room was buzzing with excitement about writing! @BernathJen@WestlakeSchools@elementary_wes
Today was the awards ceremony for the International Academics Competition! 75 3rd & 4th graders participated, and over 50 qualified for regionals! Their enthusiasm and support of one another through this experience was amazing. @iacompetitions@WestlakeSchools@elementary_wes
First time beginning a novel study by using @IanAByrd method for determining universal themes. I was a little nervous about tackling something so abatract with 3rd graders, but the students are SO into it, and I am too!
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Today was the history competition for the International Academics Competition! I am so proud of our 3rd and 4th graders who chose to participate in Westlake's inaugural year participating at the elementary level! @iacompetitions@WlakeESPTA@WestlakeSchools@elementary_wes