Poplar Springs Elementary

Panda Press Poplar Springs Elementary Winter 2012 Carnival of Animals Jan. 11 MCT2 Parent Workshop Magnolia Courts Jan. 12 Cultural Arts due The Puppet Arts Theatre returned Jan. 13 Harlem Renaissance to PSE through a mini-grant funded by 5th Graders the MS Arts Commission. On Jan.20 “Junie B. Jones” November 16, students learned about 2nd Grade classical music and puppetry through Riley Center this performance. The artists Jan.24 Science Fair K-2 discussed construction and Jan. 24 Science Fair 3-5 manipulation of the puppets at the Jan. 31 Open House Prospective Students conclusion of this performance. Many Feb.1-10 Ballroom Dance common household items were used in 4th Grade the construction of these puppets.

Mithril On Friday, December 9th, PSE students were given a gift by the Meridian Symphony Orchestra Association. Our students were treated to a concert by the Celtic group, Mithril, guest artists for the MSO Peppermint Pops concert. Students enjoyed a variety of songs while learning about the Celtic instruments and culture. Thank you MSO!!!!! Students participating on stage with Puppet Arts Theatre. receive instruction by local ballroom dance instructor, Leslie Lee Marshall, during PE class. Students learn 4 types of ballroom dance, manners of the dance as well as history of the dance. On February 14th a Valentine’s Dance will be held as the culminating activity.

PSE is the recipient of a $700 Target Field Trip Grant to fund 4th grade LINKUP project!!! Kay Thomas, Watch for Jeans Days to Fund our arts initiative! Visual Artist Our visual artist in BBQ for ARTS coming in residence, Kay Thomas, March, 2012! will return the week of January 30-February 3 to Square One Fundraiser for work with all students. the Arts will return in Mrs. Thomas will also April. provide staff development to teachers focusing on integrating language arts and visual art. This project is funded through Dancing a MS Arts Commission Project Grant. with the 4th

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It’s back!!!! Dancing with the 4th graders will return in February. Our 4th grade students will Ms. Brent and students work with Kay Thomas.

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