Inside The Classroom
Inside the Classroom
Stories, Photos and Video that Highlight Teaching and Learning Inside Lincoln Public Schools
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Staff Spotlight: Ben Lytle?Teacher of Students with Visual Impairments
on December 1, 2023 at 2:54 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Christie Galati, attendance technician at Lincoln High School.?
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Turley puts name on state map with prestigious geography award
on December 1, 2023 at 2:28 pmChris Turley was honored this fall for pointing LPS students in the right direction in all of his geography classes.
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LPS Family Literacy Program changes lives for Campbell parents, students
on November 30, 2023 at 9:14 pmA Lincoln Public Schools program is changing many lives through family literacy initiatives.
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State group counts Nelson, Kreizel as winners of top math awards
on November 27, 2023 at 3:47 pmTaylee Nelson and Julie Kreizel both received prestigious awards this month for their talents in teaching everything from multiplication to mixed fractions.
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Meet LPS Focus Program Scholar: Sapphire, The Career Academy
on November 22, 2023 at 5:05 pmLincoln Public Schools Focus Programs are a customized high school experience rooted in connection and opportunities. LPS offers almost a dozen focus programs for our scholars to choose their journeys like Southwest High School senior Sapphire.
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Saratoga students leave their print by publishing animal research book
on November 22, 2023 at 2:38 pmSaratoga Elementary School's library will soon feature a new book that has the names of its own students written all over it.
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Staff Spotlight: Christie Galati?Attendance Technician at Lincoln High School
on November 22, 2023 at 2:24 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Christie Galati, attendance technician at Lincoln High School.?
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Lance Ferguson uses retirement to help LPS students soar through substitute teaching
on November 17, 2023 at 6:57 pmLance Ferguson is helping Lincoln Public Schools students fly into successful learning skies as a local substitute teacher.
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StarCare team visits LPS focus program
on November 16, 2023 at 9:51 pmEarlier this school year, the StarCare medical team visited the Bryan College of Health Sciences Focus Program, housed at Lincoln Northwest High School.?
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Staff Spotlight: Amy Hix?School Counselor at Wysong Elementary School
on November 16, 2023 at 8:37 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Amy Hix, School Counselor at Wysong Elementary School.
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Turner helps students succeed in para role at Park
on November 15, 2023 at 6:43 pmTravis Turner has made a major difference for dozens of Park Middle School students with his work as a paraeducator.
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Krueger honored with Nebraska History Teacher of the Year Award
on November 15, 2023 at 3:06 pmJason Krueger was honored for his successful teaching strategies Nov. 14 with one of the most prestigious awards an American history instructor can receive.
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Irvine leaves lasting impression with Veterans Day ceremony at Lux
on November 14, 2023 at 4:39 pmBrad Irvine helped Lux Middle School students learn about the service of others during the final Veterans Day ceremony of his teaching career.
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AVID helps Culler students prepare for college
on November 13, 2023 at 2:39 pmCuller Middle School students gained a glimpse of their future possibilities during a special visit to the University of Nebraska-Lincoln.
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Staff Spotlight: Tommy Bender?English and Speech Teacher at Lincoln Southeast High School
on November 10, 2023 at 7:40 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Tommy Bender, English and speech teacher at Lincoln Southeast High School.
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Veterans Day 2023
on November 9, 2023 at 9:13 pmSchools throughout Lincoln honored service members past and present for Veterans Day. Events included special ceremonies, service activities, guest speakers and visitors. Below are highlights from some of the ceremonies.
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Governor unveils gift to Pershing, encourages bike education
on November 8, 2023 at 11:12 pmNebraska Governor Jim Pillen visited Pershing Elementary School on Nov. 8 to present a gift of 24 new bikes to kindergarten students.
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Staff Spotlight: Ralph Calafiore?Associate Principal at Lefler Middle School
on November 3, 2023 at 2:28 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Ralph Calafiore, associate principal at Lefler Middle School.
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Deb Pohlmann: 25 years building relationships for Pound student success
on November 1, 2023 at 3:01 pmDeb Pohlmann has helped hundreds of Pound Middle School students with her caring demeanor over the past 25 years.
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Spartans, Silver Hawks shine in national speech, debate rankings
on November 1, 2023 at 2:36 pmLincoln East and Lincoln Southwest students have collected A-plus scores on a national scale for their work in speech and debate activities.
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Jochum creates canvas full of winning scenes at Rousseau
on October 30, 2023 at 8:53 pmMonica Jochum has used her educational talents to paint many winning moments as Rousseau Elementary School's new principal.
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Subtastic Substitute Teacher of the Month: Diane Spellman
on October 30, 2023 at 2:42 pmEvery month, we will recognize a substitute teacher who is making sure the learning doesn't stop at Lincoln Public Schools. In October, we are celebrating Diane Spellman.
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Staff Spotlight: Cindy Martins?Computer Technician at Standing Bear High School
on October 27, 2023 at 2:18 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Cindy Martins, computer technician at Standing Bear High School.
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LPS students net winning moments at CLC basketball games
on October 25, 2023 at 3:00 pmStudents from six Lincoln elementary schools are scoring points in the game of life this fall through their involvement in a new youth basketball league.
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Southeast principal Penrod makes waves of success for students and staff
on October 25, 2023 at 2:38 pmTanner Penrod is helping Southeast students and staff swim through winning waters with his work ethic and dedication as building principal.
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Jolkowski, Frost help students succeed with audiology knowledge
on October 20, 2023 at 9:08 pmKristin Jolkowski and Cara Frost have used their audiology expertise to connect LPS students with a world of knowledge.
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Meet LPS Focus Program Scholar: Tucker, Arts and Humanities
on October 20, 2023 at 4:21 pmLincoln Public Schools Focus Programs are a customized high school experience rooted in connection and opportunities.? LPS offers almost a dozen focus programs for our scholars to choose their journeys like Lincoln High School senior Tucker.?
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Staff Spotlight: Nancy Vanderharr?Food Service Manager at Mickle Middle School
on October 19, 2023 at 10:15 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Nancy Vanderharr, food service manager at Mickle Middle School.
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Miller designs winning blueprint for students, staff at Dawes
on October 17, 2023 at 3:16 pmLiz Miller has constructed a prosperous environment for Dawes Middle School students and staff by building positive relationships with LPS families.
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Educational Audiology Awareness Week 2023
on October 16, 2023 at 5:13 pmOct. 16-20 is Educational Audiology Awareness Week, a week dedicated to promoting advocacy and recognizing the important work of educational audiologists and the ways they support students and families.
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Northwest celebrates a year with building dedication ceremony?
on October 13, 2023 at 5:50 pmNorthwest High School invited the community to commemorate a year of growth and the end of construction. The Falcons held their building dedication ceremony Oct. 8. Northwest opened its doors in the fall of 2022 with more than 500 ninth- through 11th-grade students. Now, close to 930 students walk the hallways of Lincoln Public Schools? seventh high school.?
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Independence Academy's new site at Standing Bear opens more doors
on October 13, 2023 at 3:40 pmIndependence Academy students are experiencing new activities with the addition of unified programs at Standing Bear.
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Aladdin actors make magical appearance with Clinton students
on October 11, 2023 at 4:33 pmA pair of "Aladdin" stars shared the stage with Clinton Elementary School students during a special school assembly Oct. 4.
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LPS employees earn Heartland Emmy for heartfelt documentary
on October 11, 2023 at 1:31 amTwo LPS employees earned a Heartland Emmy for a heartfelt documentary in "The Seat Beside You" series.
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Staff Spotlight: Brett Krajewski?Math Teacher at Schoo Middle School
on October 10, 2023 at 8:46 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Brett Krajewski, math teacher at Schoo Middle School.
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Lincoln High students make links to positive futures at college fair
on October 9, 2023 at 2:51 pmLincoln High students linked their future goals with present opportunities at a large college and career fair.
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LPS Honors Cadre students gain confidence at districtwide leadership conference
on October 6, 2023 at 10:16 pmLincoln Public Schools Honor Cadre students gathered at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln College of Business for a full day of leadership activities.
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Staff Spotlight: Meagan Coleman?Recruiting Secretary for Human Resources
on October 5, 2023 at 10:28 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Meagan Coleman, recruiting secretary for Human Resources at the Steve Joel District Leadership Office.
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It's all smiles for "trash"-talking LPS kindergarten students during science lesson
on October 4, 2023 at 4:25 pmLincoln Public Schools students are connecting science with smiles during special garbology lessons this fall.
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Standing Bear students learn financial notes at school concert
on October 3, 2023 at 11:14 pmLincoln Standing Bear students picked up noteworthy knowledge about their financial futures Sept. 22 during a music-themed school event.
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TeamMates of the Month: Christine & Sara
on October 3, 2023 at 9:25 pmChristine and Sara are October's TeamMates of the Month.
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Prescott CLC connects students to agriculture through storytime with Nebraska's first lady
on October 2, 2023 at 8:27 pmNebraska First Lady Suzanne Pillen shared the importance of agriculture with local students Sept. 27 during a visit to the Prescott Elementary School Community Learning Center.
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Beattie students enjoy winning moments at walkathon
on September 29, 2023 at 11:29 pmBeattie Elementary School raised more than $26,000 in its annual walkathon. The students also walked with the Nebraska Commission of the Deaf and Hard of Hearing to reccognize International Deaf Awareness Week.
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History in the making: ?Soda Pop!? debuts on Northwest High School?s stage
on September 29, 2023 at 4:21 pmNorthwest High School hosted its first fall play "Soda Pop!" inside its new performing arts center in September 2023.
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Staff Spotlight: Patrice Rabilal?Assistant Custodial Supervisor at Northwest High School
on September 28, 2023 at 10:31 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Patrice Rabilal, assistant custodial supervisor at Northwest High School.
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Northwest Hope Squad spreads positive messages to students
on September 25, 2023 at 9:24 pmLincoln Northwest students are spreading messages of hope through many heart-filled activities on campus.
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LPS pockets national award for Park Middle School project
on September 22, 2023 at 4:50 pmLPS pocketed a national award this week for a project that is providing healthy outcomes for Park Middle School students.
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Scott students discover starring role of Constitution
on September 22, 2023 at 2:33 pmScott Middle School students celebrated a document that plays a starring role in the United States during a special Constitution Week event on Sept. 19.
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Staff Spotlight: Tayler Mashburn?Kindergarten Teacher at Huntington Elementary School
on September 21, 2023 at 10:39 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Tayler Mashburn, kindergarten teacher at Huntington Elementary School.
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Pershing students set to launch bright year of behavior in Comet Houses
on September 18, 2023 at 2:45 pmPershing Elementary School students enjoyed many brilliant smiles Sept. 8 during a Comet House program sorting event.
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Meet LPS Focus Program Scholar: Miles, Bay High
on September 15, 2023 at 8:13 pmLincoln Public Schools Focus Programs are a customized high school experience rooted in connection and opportunities. LPS offers almost a dozen focus programs for our scholars to choose their journeys like Southeast High School senior Miles. Miles is a talented musician who was introduced to music at an early age. He plays seven different instruments and he?s in four different bands. The young musician was able to incorporate his love for music into his school day by attending one of LPS? […]
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Staff Spotlight: Alison Gillam-Douglas?Kitchen Manager at Kahoa Elementary School
on September 14, 2023 at 9:30 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week, meet Alison Gillam-Douglas, Kitchen Manager at Kahoa Elementary School.
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LPS students awarded Nebraska Seals of Biliteracy for Summer 2023
on September 12, 2023 at 9:52 pmThe Nebraska Department of Education and the Nebraska International Language Association have awarded 101 Seals of Biliteracy to 71 Nebraska students this semester. Seals are awarded for students in Spanish, Chinese, French, Korean and Tamil.
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LPS expands the wonder of reading for students with hundreds of new audiobooks
on September 8, 2023 at 8:34 pmLincoln Public Schools students will increase their star-sized reading talents this year with hundreds of new audiobooks.
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Southwest grads flock back to the Silver Hawks nest as staff members
on September 8, 2023 at 6:28 pmLincoln Southwest alumni Ashlee Wikoff, Alivia Wubbels and Cam Pieper are helping current students succeed in their roles as campus leaders.
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Staff Spotlight: Ron Kellogg III?Community Builder at LPS Community Learning Centers
on September 7, 2023 at 9:43 pmEvery week, we?ll shine a spotlight on one Lincoln Public Schools staff member! Get to know the wonderful people making a positive impact across various areas within LPS. This week meet Ron Kellogg III, Community Builder at LPS Community Learning Centers.
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Humann Elementary focuses on creating connections through restorative circles
on September 5, 2023 at 4:29 pmHumann Elementary students and staff are creating positive connections and behavior in their classrooms this year through the use of restorative circles.
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Learning blooms for Beattie students in garden
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LPS early childhood programs extend reach with new classrooms
on August 25, 2023 at 2:41 pmMore of Lincoln's littlest learners will have chances to grow after the expansion of early childhood programming within Lincoln Public Schools.
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Lincoln Northwest families register happy moments at Readiness Days
on August 11, 2023 at 3:45 pmLincoln Northwest High School students and parents created successful flight patterns Aug. 1-2 as they began to pilot their way through a new school year.
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Robinson students jumpstart their kindergarten experience
on August 10, 2023 at 9:51 pmRobinson Elementary School students sprinted away from the starting line of their Lincoln Public Schools learning journey this summer with three days full of smiling moments.
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Lincoln Northeast High School garden sprouts into a successful venture
on August 9, 2023 at 10:30 pmArea residents learned about Lincoln Northeast's community garden Aug. 2 during a successful Garden Gathering.
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Science Focus Program cultivates future scientists at Malone Center
on August 7, 2023 at 5:56 pmStudent leaders in Lincoln Public Schools? Science Focus Program partnered with the Malone Center?s after-school program to spark students? interest in science early. Each year, the program does outreach for elementary to middle school aged students to engage them in science.
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LPS students compose successful notes at orchestra camps
on August 7, 2023 at 3:45 pmLincoln Public Schools students made the works of Mozart, Handel and Beethoven come to life this summer during several camps for orchestra players.
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LPS Communications Team receives national accolades
on August 3, 2023 at 9:29 pmStaff from the Lincoln Public Schools Communications Team were honored at the National School Public Relations Association (NSPRA) 2023 National Seminar on July 16 for their work over the last calendar year.
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Students showcase technical skills at national SkillsUSA competition
on July 27, 2023 at 8:55 pmDuring the week of June 19-24, students from Lincoln Public Schools competed in the SkillsUSA National Leadership & Skills Conference in Atlanta, Ga. The competition hosts students from across the country as they showcase their skills in various trade, technical and skilled service occupations.
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Lincoln Southeast volleyball team captures national academic honor
on July 27, 2023 at 2:19 pmLincoln Southeast volleyball players secured a national award with their classroom work this year.
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Lincoln Standing Bear High School prepares to open in the fall
on July 25, 2023 at 5:44 pmLincoln Standing Bear staff members will be writing the first lines of the new high school's story this academic year.
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LPS students secure summer school diplomas
on July 17, 2023 at 9:28 pmDozens of Lincoln Public Schools students displayed grins as bright as the noonday sun during the morning of July 13. The high school diplomas in their hands caused them to break out those shining smiles for all to see. A total of 171 scholars in grades 9-12 achieved their goal of a high school degree at the conclusion of summer school activities. LPS teachers and administrators welcomed them to Lincoln High and Lincoln North Star for graduation ceremonies, which were the two sites for summer […]
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Students showcase business savvy skills at national FBLA conference
on July 13, 2023 at 3:12 pmAt the end of June, 20 high school students from Lincoln Public Schools traveled to Atlanta, Ga., for the 2023 Future Business Leaders of America (FBLA) National Leadership Conference. Students qualify for the national conference by placing in the top three for their event at the FBLA State Leadership Conference.
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Finishing strong: longtime educator Denyse Hunsaker helps keep Zeman Marathon going
on July 7, 2023 at 8:15 pmZeman Elementary School?s marathon is a tradition that runs strong. The event started more than 30 years ago with one of Zeman?s first P.E. teachers. Then, two educators decided to take the baton to keep it going. One of them is fifth-grade teacher Denyse Hunsaker. She?s one of the marathon?s biggest supporters.
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Southwest senior captures national recognition for yearbook photos
on July 6, 2023 at 9:14 pmA Lincoln Southwest High School senior was recognized on a national level for her photography skills in the 2023 Walsworth Photo Contest.
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Newly renovated facility provides students lessons towards independence
on June 29, 2023 at 3:30 pmStudents at the Lincoln Public Schools Independence Academy are learning life skills at a newly renovated facility, thanks to a donation from a former LPS teacher.?
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Unique opportunity helps Park students learn about Nebraska?s Indigenous history
on June 27, 2023 at 4:06 pmToward the end of the spring semester, dozens of Park Middle School students deeply explored a facet of Nebraska?s recent history. More than 100 Park eighth-grade students visited the Genoa Indian Industrial School built on the Pawnee reservation, located approximately 100 miles northwest of Lincoln
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Cavett students help fill school library shelves with new areas of interest
on June 23, 2023 at 5:52 pmCavett Elementary students can now enjoy new literature thanks to their peers. The school received federal COVID-19 relief funds to purchase new books. Cavett?s librarian, Heidi Clarke, felt it was only right that the students provided feedback.
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LPS students earn record breaking accolades at National Speech and Debate Tournament
on June 22, 2023 at 11:07 pmSpeech and debate students from Lincoln Public Schools traveled to Phoenix, Ariz., for the National Speech and Debate Association National Tournament, bringing back several record breaking awards and recognitions.
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LPS District Scholar Equity Cadre presents 2023 State of Diversity address
on June 21, 2023 at 9:47 pmLincoln Public Schools continues to uplift student voices to foster equity and belonging. The LPS District Scholar Equity Cadre presented its State of Diversity Engagement address to staff and community members on June 15.
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Longtime educator Nancy Andersen makes a home at Holmes
on June 21, 2023 at 7:35 pmNancy Andersen first stepped foot into Holmes Elementary in November 1985 and never left. The educator has spent her entire career teaching at Holmes ? almost 40 years to be exact.
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LPS scholars earn national academic honors
on June 16, 2023 at 8:01 pmEleven graduating seniors from Lincoln Public Schools earned national academic honors for the 2022-23 school year.
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Kawasaki partners with Lincoln High for residency program
on June 16, 2023 at 4:16 pmLincoln High School is working with a local employer to help develop the manufacturing workforce.? The annual six-week residency program is a partnership between Lincoln High and Kawasaki Motors. Kawasaki employees come and mentor the high school students during the school?s advanced welding class. ?
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Arnold students ?Be the Change? in their school through leadership club
on June 13, 2023 at 8:42 pmArnold teachers are developing future change agents with a new club. This year, they created ?Be The Change? club allowing third through fifth grade students to amplify their voices and practice leadership skills.
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Robotics sparks learning for Lux students
on June 7, 2023 at 3:50 pmLux Middle School seventh-grade students are bringing computer science to life through robotics. The students recently received a new classroom tool ? Edison robots. The devices use sound, light and barcode reading to support STEM learning. They also program the robots by using computer coding.
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Northeast High School?s library renovation is complete
on June 7, 2023 at 3:34 pmNortheast High School?s library transformed over the 2022 - 2023 school year.? Lincoln Public Schools updated the space with a more open and collaborative design. LPS wanted to create an active, vibrant learning space welcoming Rockets to engage and learn together.?
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Huntington helping student leaders to ?soar?
on June 5, 2023 at 3:24 pmHuntington Elementary School revamped its student council this year. The school launched the ?Soaring Eagles? club to develop leaders. The club is open to fourth and fifth grade students exhibiting strong and positive role model qualities.
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Park?s Claudia Perales-Garcia energizes the classroom
on June 1, 2023 at 3:13 pmPark teacher Claudia Perales-Garcia energy and personality are magnetic. She brightens her classroom and influences her students.
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Southwest senior lifts diverse voices in final magazine
on May 26, 2023 at 4:50 pmLincoln Public Schools brought back an annual tradition this spring. After a five-year hiatus, more than 3,000 LPS fifth-grade students packed into Haymarket Park to watch the Lincoln Saltdogs on May 23.
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Northeast senior rockets to the top through AVID
on May 24, 2023 at 10:31 pmThe AVID college-readiness program at Northeast High helps senior Marco find academic success and reach higher ed goals.
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Scott works to build more friendships with new unified classes
on May 17, 2023 at 3:22 pmScott Middle School kicked off the spring semester with a new class. The school introduced Unified Physical Education (P.E.) for its students. The class pairs students with disabilities and their peers together.
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Unified music at East: ?A life-changing experience?
on February 9, 2022 at 8:32 pmThis year Lincoln East High School started a unified music class, which pairs special education and general education students. They sing together, they listen to music together, they get crazy and dance together. But this class goes well beyond music.
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Joy: One hour at Culler Middle School
on January 20, 2022 at 2:22 pmOne music class. One math class. One class for English Language Learners. One common thread of joy in teaching during such a challenging time. One hour at Culler Middle School.
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Pathfinder program another example of LPS dedication to serve all students
on January 10, 2022 at 8:53 pmThe core mission of the Lincoln Public Schools Pathfinder Education Program, which is housed in Lancaster County Youth Services Center is to instill the value of education in detained youth so they can move past the experiences and actions that led them to this place in their lives. LPS worked in conjunction with Lancaster County to design the facility 20 years ago.
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Northeast students immersed in hands-on math and science through new program with UN-L
on December 16, 2021 at 8:11 pmOver the course of a few days in November, about 700 Lincoln Northeast High School students visited the University of Nebraska?Lincoln?s East Campus, where their math and science classes took a hands-on turn.
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LPS preschool prepares students for kindergarten success
on August 25, 2021 at 4:43 pmEvery Lincoln Board of Education meeting begins with a video that highlights the amazing things taking place in our schools. Tuesday?s video featured the first week of school for LPS preschool students and staff.
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Southwest Spanish teacher honored with courage and excellence in education award
on August 23, 2021 at 3:29 pmLincoln Southwest High School Spanish teacher James Hill has been honored with the 2021 Christa McAuliffe Prize for Courage and Excellence in Education.?
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FIrst-year McPhee teacher ready for the school year
on August 13, 2021 at 9:54 pmEvery Lincoln Board of Education meeting begins with a video that highlights the amazing things taking place in our schools. The video from the Aug. 10 video featured a first-year teacher at McPhee Elementary School and how LPS New Educator Week, as well as her colleagues, helped prepare her for the school year that starts Aug. 16.
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Students get a jump on school thanks to JumpStart program
on July 29, 2021 at 5:43 pmStudents get a jump on school thanks to JumpStart program.
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Pandemic Stories: Divide and Conquer
on January 8, 2021 at 7:49 pmThe pandemic has affected education in countless ways for countless people. The following video, filmed during first semester, highlights two teachers at Lakeview Elementary School who are co-teaching their classes - one of them focused on in-person students, the other focused on remote learners.
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Collaboration, creativity and connections at Science Focus Program
on January 6, 2021 at 3:24 pmCollaboration, creative learning and connecting the dots between different subject areas are a few of the hallmarks of the Lincoln Public Schools Science Focus Program. There?s perhaps no better illustration of this than a project ninth-graders at the focus program completed at the end of the first semester.
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Picture this: A more creative way to learn science
on November 17, 2020 at 3:44 pmStudents in Mary Herrington?s eighth-grade differentiated science class combined pictures and words to explain the earth, sun and moon system. The lesson, called Art and Evidence, offers a creative outlet for students to show what they?ve learned
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Irving students use video skills to document school during a pandemic
on November 11, 2020 at 2:55 pmNo one will forget what it was like to attend school during a pandemic. But Madison Granger?s eighth-grade English students will have video proof of their lives at Irving Middle School.