What better way to inspire children to enjoy reading than to speak to them as a visiting author who can also share about another culture? Marcus E. Mohalland, author of the “Silly Nomads” series, visited Schoharie Elementary recently, where he read from his books to 5th graders and talked about the writing process. He also …
Our students displayed lots of hard work and inspiration at the 2018 Science Fair. Great job everyone! View a Science Fair Photo Gallery
Just inside the main doors to the Schoharie Elementary School library, a massive map of the United States and its landmarks grows more colorful each day as students “work together to do great things.” “I have a big black and white poster on the wall, and when students have free time, they grab a colored …
How do you catch a leprechaun? Natalie McKay’s 3rd graders are busy creating leprechaun traps that include a wheel and axle, lever, inclined plane, pulley, screw or wedge – simple machines that they learned about in class. Here is an example of the may creations, just in time for St. Patrick’s Day.
March is Youth Art Month, and Schoharie’s students are exhibiting their work in the windows of businesses on Main Street in the village. According to SCS art teacher Jean Scofield, “This exhibit showcases the creative spirit of our K-12 students in a variety of media. Youth Art Month encourages young people to participate in activities …
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Schoharie Elementary students got creative in art class through a host of activities that integrated art, history, culture and creativity in observance of Black History Month. Art teacher Jean Scofield led her classes through a range of activities during the past few weeks. Students recently finished a study of famous black author, illustrator and artist …
The goal was not only building knowledge, but also creating a sense of community when Jenna Marcal’s second grade class delved into their Black History Month studies. “The first couple of weeks of the month, we had read alouds with accompanying discussions about the importance of Black History Month,” Marcal said. “When the children wrapped …
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The 6th annual STEAM Night at Schoharie was a hit, with 130 Schoharie and Duanesburg 4th-8th graders having a great time learning and exploring earlier this month. Each student chose three different workshops from more than two dozen hands-on activities, with topics such as nanotechnology, medicine, bridge engineering, robots and electricity. The event was presented …
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Jeneca Kenny’s kindergartners use iPads to track the whereabouts of a world-traveling gingerbread man. Besides high-tech sleuthing using their own, new devices, the children are learning reading, writing, library, geography, math and social studies skills. The iPads were purchased with state Smart Schools funds.
Schoharie Elementary School hosted players from the Siena Saints men’s and women’s basketball teams on Jan. 8, building on both a positive relationship with the college’s athletics department and children’s skills on the court, and beyond. The players ran skill drills with the students, signed autographs and huddled up for a Siena Saints cheer. The …
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