The art teacher also tries to teach different art techniques such as shading and perspective to give students a start to things that will be taught in middle school. The Lowder staff has a history of adding additional funds to purchase needed materials and offer innovative programs by applying for and winning grants. In the past we have won Bright Ideas, Cultural Affairs, HUD, and Vocational Grants. These grants together represent thousands of dollars of supplementary funds for our school. Return to the Top Book Buddies Book Buddies is a program that allows children of diverse ages and abilities to come together for shred experiences in reading, to become role models for one another, and for friendships.
Teachers pair their classes and match up students from each class.
The students work on various reading skills in order to help fellow students and instill a love of reading. Students gain confidence during the visits. Older children who may be as skillful reading, develop success as peer tutors which enhances their self-esteem, reinforces their learning, and have a sense of pride through helping others. They also become bonded with the younger children and very protective of t he children. The younger children, meanwhile, benefit from the attention of the older ones and prepare eagerly to display their abilities.