Large tasks can be overwhelming for a student, but when they are broken down into smaller steps the task seems manageable. The super seniors were given a large task this year of making materials for the teachers. They are making life skills task boxes which have many parts. When we … Instructional Highlights – Room 511
This week in 212 we talked all about snowmen. Our students participated in exciting learning activities all week long with snowmen. We read some adventurous and fun books like Snowmen at Night, The Itsy-bitsy Snowman, and If You Are a Snowman and You Know It. We incorporated snowmen into all … Instructional Highlights – Room 212
MIDLANDTIC AIR The students in Mrs. Engelhardt’s class took a virtual trip to the Arctic! The passengers were greeted by pilot Marco as they boarded Midlandic Air Flight 219. Through the aircraft windows, they were able to view some of the arctic animals who live in this cold habitat. Princy … Instructional Highlights – Room 219
Teddy Bear Rice Krispies Treats In Room 218 the students were super excited to go to the kitchen and cook. In the classroom we read the book “Corduroy”. We talked about the little girl in the story, and how she liked the teddy bear despite his missing button. In the … Instructional Highlights – Room 218
The students in Room 217 are enjoying expanding their alphabet knowledge and phonemic awareness using the Learning Without Tears handwriting and reading programs. The Handwriting Without Tears program introduces the character Mat Man who is made using lines and curves which are necessary to form letters. Through a variety of … Instructional Highlights – Room 217
At the Midland School we have an opportunity to assist our students to develop both life skills and career skills. Food shopping can be a daunting experience for a person with disabilities, especially if they struggle with reading. Students in room 220 have been expanding their skills in the Midland … Instructional Highlights – Room 520
It’s going to be a “BANNER” year!!!! You may notice several interesting and informative banners adorning the hallways of The Midland School. Banners are hung on bulletin boards and hallway walls throughout the school to promote special events such as Student Council spirit days, students’ birthdays, holidays, and monthly nutrition … Instructional Highlights – Room 503 Program Center
