Lansdowne Friends School

We're reading and discussing The True Definition of Neva Beane in the sixth grade book group. Get a copy of the book and join us in a student-led discussion on Tuesday, February 22 at 7:00. More information will follow in Weekly Notes.

Teachers and students found ways to connect with classmates who were home in quarantine this week. Here two second graders play addition top-it together.

41 UNICEF boxes returned! This second grader's sign reminds you that money donated to UNICEF goes to provide clean water, vaccines, nutritious food, and schools to children in need. If your child wants to donate but has not yet returned their box, take this second grader's advice: "Remember to remember about remembering!" Second graders will be counting all donated money next week in math class.

26 UNICEF boxes have been returned! Thank you to those who sent in a donation. Second graders hope others will bring in their boxes this week to support their service project and help children around the world.

Many thanks to LFS parents, Amy, Rafaela, and Marina for celebrating St. Lucia with Tr. Jill's first and second grade class. The moms shared a book with the class and shared special treats including Lussekatts, buns flavored with saffron and dotted with raisins.

The pre-k children learned about St Nicholas as part of their Holidays Around the World theme. They created Miters, similar to one St Nicholas might wear. They learned about how kind he was. They put their shoes in the hall during rest, and were excited to see St Nicholas visited and left a treat.

We hope to see you tomorrow!

5th/6th grade students are involved in a Journeys theme. Tr. Neal had fun today exposing the students to non-European and women explorers throughout history who are often left out of history books.

More first/second haiku for you today. the ground is damp tulips in bloom the spring air... sitting with my friends on a tree writing haiku

Native plants are in bloom!

Sharing two 1st/2nd haikus today. Enjoy. Still treehouse Kids writing haiku While rain falls... A step of tears the crush of a slug Oh! The humanity!

LFS 1ST AND 2ND GRADERS are learning about Japan. They "went to the airport" with passports and boarding passes, had a snack when they arrived, and are experimenting with Japanese calligraphy. #LFSeducation

Seen on campus this weekend - William Edmonds '18, and Trey Cooke '18. Is that a future LFS student I see?

Tr. Jen's 5th grade math class learns tricks and shortcuts for estimating division problems. Not an easy concept, but they are getting it. #LFSeducation

After their time together on campus, Tr. Zak gathers the 4th graders to explain the assignment and hand out packets. #LFSeducation #LFSoutdoors

Join us for a virtual Open House, tomorrow at 9 am. Take a tour of the campus, and see images of students learning, laughing, and experiencing. #LFSeducation #LFScommunity

LFS Kindergarteners enjoy their first hour together on campus during Distance Learning. They love to be together and play together outdoors--and so far, one hour a week is enough to get through the at-home learning. #LFSeducation #outdoors

Join our Director of Admissions for a Virtual Tour of Lansdowne Friends School, Tuesday December 8, 9 am. Our program builds on the natural curiosity our children have for their immediate surroundings and supports exploration of their ever unfolding world. #LFSeducation #LFScommunity

On the first day back in Distance Learning, Tr. Mingh works with her kindergarteners learning the calendar--weeks and months. #LFSeducation #LFSmanystrategies