SWE enjoyed Spirit week last week! We look forward to continuing to count down to break this week! #swebruins #spiritweek #countdown
🤖 Yesterday, we visited Southwestern Elementary to see students coding with their new Dash Bots! Thanks to a grant from the CPS Educational Foundation, students are diving into coding during #HourOfCode for Computer Science Education Week. Their excitement was inspiring! 💻
SWE would like to give a HUGE shout out to Kimberly for supporting our PBIS store! These prizes will help our students make positive choices! Thank you so much!! If you would like to donate here's our wishlist: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/1D3UA1BP6FQ57?ref_=wl_share
SWE is counting down to Winter Break! Please join us in spreading cheer with our Holiday Spirit Days!
Our third graders had an exciting day learning about fire safety! 🔥🚒 They explored a fire engine, participated in fun activities, and learned valuable life skills. Thanks to the Chesapeake Fire Department for this amazing opportunity!
🎉 We’re proud to celebrate November’s Power of the Peake winners! Yesterday, we surprised three honorees:
🌟 SUPPORT: Diane Overmiller - Executive Assistant in Human Resources
🌟 TEACH: Rebecca Karch - Teacher at G.W. Carver Intermediate School
🌟 LEAD: Helene Robinson - Principal at Southwestern Elementary
Congratulations to these three exceptional staff members—representing three categories - teach, support, and lead. This award recognizes dynamic individuals and celebrates their inspiring work in our district. #PowerOfThePeake #CPSCelebrates #InspireCPS #EmpowerCPS #engagecps
👉 To learn more about the program and nominate someone to be the next Power of the Peake, visit: https://www.cpschools.com/o/cps/page/employee-recognition
🎥 Check out this video from yesterday’s visits: https://youtu.be/VyTi775Nci4
🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
Reminder: All schools and offices will be closed November 27 - November 29.
🍂 We are grateful for our amazing students, families, and staff who make our school community so special. Wishing you a joyful and restful Thanksgiving filled with love and laughter! 🦃
Mrs. Lofay's fourth graders are ready for the Macy's Day Parade! They created their own floats and parade using stop motion!
We had a magical time today with Sheriff David Rosado! 🦸♀️🦸♂️ His anti-bullying show, "Be a Hero, Not a Zero" was both entertaining and educational. Our students had a blast and learned how to be upstanders, not bystanders. 💪
Thank you to Western Branch High School SCA for the Thankful Bags! We are grateful for you! #swebruins #westernbranchhighschool
Ms. Askew's 2nd graders brought history to life! They learned about the Macy's Day Parade with "Balloons Over Broadway" and then created their own parade with Spike Prime Lego Essentials kits. #STEAM #Thanksgiving #coding
SWE would like to thank our military families and veterans for joining us for our "Camo and Coffee" breakfast in honor of Veterans Day and the Month of the Military Family! #swebruins #monthofthemilitaryfamily #VeteransDay
🎙 Explore how artificial intelligence is transforming education with Maria Kainz, a first-year English teacher at Oscar Smith High, and Andrew LeClair, a technology innovation coach from Hickory Middle. Together, they discuss the opportunities and challenges of incorporating AI into classrooms, offering insights on how it can enhance personalized learning and prepare students for a tech-driven world. This episode highlights their dedication to creating thoughtful, ethical approaches to using AI while inspiring meaningful conversations about its role in education. Listen to the full episode on your favorite podcast platform or visit https://www.cpschools.com/page/amplified! 🎧
🎉 Congratulations to SWE's 2024-2025 Teacher Assistant of the Year, Ms. Christine Coles!
🌟 Katie King is an incredible 4th-grade teacher at Southwestern Elementary and one of this year's #CPSTOY25 Finalists! 🌟
With a B.S. in Liberal Studies (Elementary Education K-6) from Longwood University, Katie has accomplished so much in her first five years of teaching. She’s the science point of contact, mentors practicum students and a student teacher, and leads programs like Girls on the Run and after-school tutoring. Katie believes in empowering her students by making them feel valued and supported every step of the way. ❤️
Her kindness and collaborative spirit shines in her teamwork with colleagues, where she’s always sharing resources. As a leader, mentor, and role model, Ms. King inspires both students and staff every day. She’s known for her structured and organized instruction that helps students meet any challenge head on.
🏃♀️ Outside the classroom, Katie is a long-distance runner, competing in 5-10 races annually and always training for her next big goal. She’s also a music lover, enjoying concerts and festivals with her sister, Darcy. 🎶
Three words that describe Ms. King? Hardworking, genuine, and nurturing. We’re proud to celebrate her achievements! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
🌟 Kathryn King is an incredible 4th-grade teacher at Southwestern Elementary and one of this year's #CPSTOY25 Finalists! 🌟
With a B.S. in Liberal Studies (Elementary Education K-6) from Longwood University, Kathryn has accomplished so much in her first five years of teaching. She’s the science point of contact, mentors practicum students and a student teacher, and leads programs like Girls on the Run and after-school tutoring. Kathryn believes in empowering her students by making them feel valued and supported every step of the way. ❤️
Her kindness and collaborative spirit shines in her teamwork with colleagues, where she’s always sharing resources. As a leader, mentor, and role model, Ms. King inspires both students and staff every day. She’s known for her structured and organized instruction that helps students meet any challenge head on.
🏃♀️ Outside the classroom, Kathryn is a long-distance runner, competing in 5-10 races annually and always training for her next big goal. She’s also a music lover, enjoying concerts and festivals with her sister, Darcy. 🎶
Three words that describe Ms. King? Hardworking, genuine, and nurturing. We’re proud to celebrate her achievements! 🌟 #CPSCelebrates
🌍 Calling all students! Join us for Geographic Information System (GIS) Day with a fun virtual scavenger hunt adventure! Use GIS technology to solve clues and uncover answers along the way. Complete the quest for a chance to win a prize! 🎉
🗓️ The GIS Quest is open now through December 4 and can be accessed using these links:
🔗 Elementary (K-5) Link: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35377731
🔗 Middle/High (6-12) Link: https://www.cpschools.com/events?id=35377710
📍 Don’t miss out on this exciting journey—start your quest today! 🗺️✨ #InspireCPS
🗓 REMINDER! Join us for our Virtual 504 and IEP 101 Training Session this Thursday November 21st, from 6 PM - 7 PM. This session will provide valuable information to help you understand these important educational plans and advocate for your child's unique needs. RSVP to let us know if you can attend, and don't miss your chance to win exciting door prizes!
RSVP here: https://forms.gle/J5K1qv6FAU6pLyKQA
Thank you to the USCGC Spencer Crew for putting together our new picnic tables! We can't wait to use this new outdoor learning space!
