It’s hard to believe that the time has come around again to celebrate our fourth graders. On Friday, October 8, 2010 at 6:00 p.m., fourth graders will gather for an evening of fun in celebration of an important learning milestone. The ”Library Lock-In” is a ten-year-old tradition here at the lower school library that honors the many levels of growth our fourth graders have achieved. Studies suggest that fourth grade is a pivotal stage in a student’s learning experience during which time fourth graders are ready for serious cooperative and …

BOB has begun!
Today, a  library full of 4th and 5th grade students met at lunch to hear all about the Battle of the Books (BOB) club.  BOB, a popular SMES reading club, is in its 4th year at SMES.  During club meetings students play games and discuss BOB books. Already some BOB-ers have decided that Igraine the Brave and Trapped! are their favorites.  Check out the BOB page to learn more about the club and see the full list of this year’s BOB books.
Book clubs are an important part of the …