Our S.M.A.R.T. Kids had a fun and spooky Halloween hat contest yesterday!
Today it was our Junior High students' turn to visit the Peoria Riverfront Museum. What a special gift to be able to spend time studying fine art, exploring space and studying robotics!
Our k-2 students had the opportunity to learn from Captain Jeffries about Fire Safety. He reminded the students about the importance of knowing their address and phone number, planning a safe meeting place, and to check their fire alarm batteries. Thanks for coming, Captain!
Our kindergarten students shared what faith means to them.
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Our Junior High students led us in a Living Rosary as we joined in with children all over the world. Through #1millionchildrenpraying, we focused on worldwide unity and peace, remembering that the Rosary can change the world and bring about peace. Hail Mary, pray for us.
Beautiful art created by St. Mark Students for Hispanic Heritage Month.
Fifth grade students practiced weaving as they made a yarn blanket for their llamas for Hispanic Heritage Month.
First Grade makes Mexican ponchos for Hispanic Heritage Month.
As we end our celebration of Hispanic Heritage Month, let's take a look at all the children created! They were inspired by Brazilian Favelas, Mexican Sombreros and Ponchos, patterned rugs, terracotta pots & marigolds, Peruvian llamas, Ecuadorian Penguinos & Chilean Volcanoes.
A few more photos of the preschool students at the pumpkin patch.
Preschool visited Roth Pumpkin Patch yesterday and had the time of their lives! Thanks to all the parents who made yesterday such a success for our Marksmen in grades preschool through second! We are grateful for your support and teamwork!
Even with the wind, it couldn't stop these students from having a blast!
Here are some more photos of the fun at Tanner's!
Yesterday, kindergarten, first and second grade students headed to Tanner's Orchard for a field trip! From the smiles on these faces, it looks like a great time was had by all!
Our art class is celebrating fall with a process art project that inspires creativity and delight. Students use spoons and eye droppers to drip, drop and drizzle bright paint onto a pumpkin. Watching the colors mix and blend, the students explored cause and effect.
SMS 7th grade is learning about Medieval Europe in Social Studies. The last couple of weeks they have been focusing on feudalism. Today, students presented posters giving an in depth look at the characteristics of this social system.
Our 8th grade students have been learning about the original 13 Colonies. Today, they shared their brochures with their classmates.
Our fourth graders enjoying their morning at the Peoria Riverfront Museum!
While at the PRM, the students learned about misconceptions about the Sun, Moon and Earth. They were also able to visit the Mars exhibit and even see some of the rovers!
