The fun filled event began in the morning with the second and third graders and their teachers entertaining the first graders by singing and dramatizing a selection of songs learned from Spanish classes during the year. Senor Moraga, a native Chilean and professional singer who teaches Spanish at Southeast and Vinton Schools, accompanied the children on his guitar. The second grade classes had lots of fun breaking open the beautiful pinatas made by Senora Silander's Spanish class at E. O. Smith High School. For over 20 years, our Physical Education teacher Mr. Dean has offered a giant slip and slide for our students, parents and families. Two separate 100 foot pieces of plastic are placed on a hillside behind Goodwin with water provided by the local volunteer fire department.
Students take turns sliding down the hill in the stream of water.
Several parent volunteers and staff help with the organization and safety. Jazz Alive Goodwin was entertained by the body-grooving, toe tapping sounds of Jazz Alive. The five talented musicians taught our children about the roots of jazz and gave them an appreciation for the jazz style of music. Mrs. Pagoni's 2nd graders and Ms. Toffenetti's 4th graders got together for a joint performance adventure. The concept was a circus, an extravaganza of loud circus music, silly acts and ridiculous jokes.