Outstanding Artwork Recognition!

One of our very own room 22 artists was recognized last month for her outstanding artwork! We couldn't be more proud of Serena-Rae! What an exciting achievement.

Social-Emotional Learning

Thoughtfulness in Friendship

Students have shown inspiring acts of kindness within our Room 22 family. During outdoor play, students sit on our buddy bench on the playground if they feel left out or are in need of a friend to play with. Several of my thoughtful kindergarteners go right over to the bench and make the friend feel included. During indoor play choice, students have demonstrated acts of selflessness by leaving their play choice to join a friend playing alone. It really is true, that "kindness begins with me."

Kindness

This past week the Darcey School community has focused on kindness. At our Darcey town meeting, kindergarteners shared a kindness mantra: Kindness Begins With Me. We also shared a beautiful poem, or kindness pledge. Students were so proud to share this poem with others and represent ways that they have demonstrated kindness to others.

Building Community

Each day we build our classroom community by greeting and welcoming members of our classroom and by developing connections with others throughout play and academic tasks. Students' thoughts and ideas are valued, giving them the feeling of ownership of their environment, and a drive to be invested in their learning. Together we formed our classroom rules, valuing being safe, being kind, being respectful and being responsible. Classroom jobs have also been implemented and everyone has been very eager to take on their new role each week! I am looking forward to continuing to build our classroom community throughout the year and getting to know my room 22 family!

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is integrated throughout each and every one of our school days here at Darcey School. We incorporate "mindful moments" at the close of our morning meetings and at the start of our closing circles, each day in room 22. We get our minds and bodies ready for our day of learning and development with deep, calming breaths and sharing in positive energy with a goal or mindset. These brief but powerful moments help our children to become aware of, and channel their energy and emotions.

Mrs. Caruso's Kindergarten class