As a result, many kids can read by the end of kindergarten. The other project is run by Laura Anderson, the school's music director, who has quite an undertaking on her hands. She's putting on a musical with all the 7 and 8 graders, nearly 50 students in all, as her Profile of Learning project. The students research the 19th century era, looking into events, costumes and history of the time. For art projects, they make posters for the musical, and there's obviously plenty to do in the music arena.
Teachers say the kids are really involved, and are having a great time while they're learning.
Governor Schunk learns about the school production of Treasure Island from some of the students who make it happen At a forum with students, staff and community members, people asked tough questions about our proposed budget, the Profile of Learning and college tuition costs.