St. John’s kindergarten students learn by doing
Check out these little news nuggets about schools in our neighborhood:
- First and foremost: the last day of school is this week, June 5. (But of course if you’re a parent, you already knew that.)
- St. John’s kindergarten teacher Jake Minton teaches project-based learning (AKA “learning by doing”), which teaching the students to be problem solvers and to get excited about the process. For example, after studying sculptures and mixed-media art during a recent field trip to the Arts District, Minton’s class was inspired to create an installation of their own. What became known as the “kindergarten art project” eventually took over the hallway with colorful mobiles hanging from the ceiling. As each child added an element, the installation became a little more creative and involved. (Photo above.)
- Do you have a current 6th or 7th grade boy with nothing to do this summer? Brendan Court Summer Enrichment Program has openings. The program runs from June 8-July 3, and it’s free, although each student must provide his own transportation and bring a sack lunch daily. Once a week, the class goes on an excursion — visiting a museum, rock-climbing, a baseball game, etc. These outings are covered by the program. School runs from 8:30 to 3:00 each day. For more, contact Curtis Smith at St. Mark’s School of Texas: 214-346-8136, or csmith@smtexas.org.
- Earlier this month Bryan Adams High School hosted Operation Meet a Hero, during which former and active duty military personnel met with students to share photos, personal stories and leadership advice. Check out the Facebook photos.
