Writing workshop is a weekly activity in which the students compose short stories, books, and poetry. Math, science, and social studies are approached through problem solving and hands on activities. During the day students are given time to work alone, in partners, and we often have team work assignments in which students learn to work together on small projects. The use of technology is emphasized through projects, research, and e-pals. During the second semester, students begin to learn the D Nealian style of cursive handwriting.
Second grade is the time for many other new things.
Students are prepared for the two Sacraments of First Reconciliation and First Communion. We prepare for this through our Faith First Religion series, weekly mass attendance, and a short weekly class period with Fr. Holmes or Fr. We work together in small groups for some math classes and science classes and we learn that everyone s cooperation is needed. We ve learned about the States and Presidents.