Wrapping up the school year

 It seems like the past few weeks have been full of fun events at school. They had Creative Arts week where they studied different countries and made some sort of craft or had an activity based on what they learned. This included things like an international picnic, a giant water fight, and special art projects. Haleigh's teacher took a lot of pictures of all the fun activities!

Hallway decorations

Everyone had a squirt gun...and there were several of these water trucks on the field!

Haleigh and Mallory...I have no idea what's happening here..

They learned about a lantern festival in Germany and made their own lanterns.

The following week was the Mother's Day Tea in Lydia's class. The other girls made some special presents for me at school as well. They are so creative! 

Annaliese started swimming lessons as part of the fourth grade swimming program. Twice a week they walk down the street to a local gym and get lessons! 

They had a Spring Concert with the entire elementary school. They've been practicing for weeks and were so excited to perform. It was fun to see all the kids together and I was shocked at how many people attended the concert (especially since it was at 1:00 on a Friday afternoon!)

Haleigh's class (with other 2nd graders) She's wearing a teal shirt, fourth row down.

There have also been field trips; Annaliese's class took a trip to Bellingham Bay and learned about marine life. They identified sea cucumbers, clams, and barnacles among other sea creatures. Thankfully, it was a beautiful day and it sounded like the trip was a lot of fun!

Haleigh's class went to Maberry Farms and Edaleen Dairy. She came home with stories about pruning berries and all the things they make from the milk they get at the dairy (besides ice cream!) They also had a lovely day and a great time. 

There are still a few fun activities coming up over the next two weeks. Hopefully, I will be able to get a few pictures, but we'll have to see how the schedule works. In the meantime, I attended a parent meeting for incoming fifth graders- we're able to transition into middle school life!