What We’re Learning explores lessons and classrooms throughout District 45 to show how creativity, purpose, and fun can combine to ensure high levels of learning.
JACKSON CARNIVAL
Seventh-grade math students at Jackson Middle School explore probability by hosting a student-led Probability Carnival. Learn how Math Teacher Cassandra Emerson inspires creativity by using carnival games to make learning math fun and engaging.
WESTMORE MUSIC
Fifth graders at Westmore Elementary transform a classic nursery rhyme into a complex performance. Learn how Music teacher Jake Prosek emphasizes collaboration and student choice as students incorporate reading, singing, instruments and movement.
STEVENSON ELA
Stevenson Elementary kindergarteners are developing a love of reading. See how teacher Sarah Mixa helps create a culture of reading through read-alouds, reader’s lab and writing.
SCHAFER ARRAY BAKERY
Second graders at Schafer Elementary see their classroom transformed into an Array Bakery. Learn how Lauren Wegner and her students culminated their math unit on arrays with a sweet and memorable classroom lesson.
JEFFERSON STARS MONEY MATH
Jefferson Middle School STARS program students learn money math by identifying bills and coins, budgeting, calculating taxes and rounding up. See how STARS teacher Leslie Hiquiana leads students through community-based instruction as they apply their skills at a local Walmart.
YORK CENTER SEL
Students at York Center Elementary participate in Morning Meeting and Closing Circle as part of their social-emotional learning. Learn how third-grade teacher Jennifer Parde integrates social-emotional skills with academic skills to create an environment where students can do their best learning.
JACKSON FCS
Students at Jackson Middle School learn teamwork and gain kitchen experience as they make air fryer donuts during their Family and Consumer Science class. See how educator Tony Manata gives students choices as they create within a working kitchen.
NORTH ART
Third-grade art students at North Elementary create secondary colors while learning about American author, designer, and illustrator Eric Carle. See how educator Laura Allan helps students connect art with the rest of the world and guides them as they pour, mix and paint colors.
ARDMORE PE
PE students at Ardmore Elementary take on teamwork challenges while learning sportsmanship and good communication. See how educator Jon Kueper helps students have fun while getting their muscles moving.
