Monarchs Take Flight
First-graders in Mrs. Biro’s class witnessed the miraculous transformation of monarch butterflies in enrichment class taught by Sr. Barbara Soplata, SND.
In honor of Notre Dame Elementary School’s 60th anniversary, 60 caterpillars were collected from the butterfly garden and hay fields on the NDES campus. Each week, the students observed changes as the caterpillars grew into beautiful monarchs. The butterflies will be set free to make their long migration to Mexico for the winter.
Students Take Procedure Challenge
Mrs. Niksa’s fifth-graders are learning the basic concepts of the scientific process. The procedure challenge invites students to practice writing detailed experiment procedures. In doing so, they learn the importance of clear communication in scientific exploration as well as all disciplines.
Big Bubble Experiment
Eighth-grade students in Mrs. Long’s class used the scientific method to find out how big bubbles are made. The day before the big experiment, students worked collaboratively to construct a hypothesis. Then, they applied their research, tested their solutions and found answers to their “mind bubbling” questions.
Toddler Time
Notre Dame Elementary Preschool is now accepting registrations for the fall session of Toddler Time. The parent-child class offers a fun, enriching experience for children 18 months to 3 years old.
Classes will meet weekly from Oct. 5 to Nov. 17 on Thursdays or Fridays from 1–2 p.m. Cost is $90.
Register at ndes.org by Sept. 29. For questions, contact Kristy Kolschetzky at 440-279-0575 or kkolschetzky@ndes.org.
