Yahoo! Floyd's new playground equipment was ready for play last week.
This lovely group of Floyd Elementary readers competed in the first Battle of the Books competition of the season today. The three teams are each hoping to earn a spot in next week's battle by scoring in the top half of all participating teams. We are so proud of their dedication and drive. 🖤💛
Floyd students wrapped their festive week up with a campfire in the snow, a sing along with local author (and Mrs. Diaz's uncle) Mike McMath, and class parties. So many reasons to smile!
Floyd families and friends were treated to a beautiful singing program this afternoon led by Mr. Jerashen. Our young 5's, kindergarteners, first and second graders didn't disappoint. We're thankful for this opportunity to come together.
Our Floyd first graders learned more about our universe today with a visit to the Delta College Planetarium. They returned to school with a better understanding of how Earth, moon and sun work together.
Floyd first graders had a magical visit today. Thank you Kiwassee Kiwanis friends. We can not thank you enough for the joy brought us this afternoon. ❤️
Floyd kindergarteners from Mrs. Stark's room and third graders from Mrs. Diaz's room came together today and played board games. It was a fun way to practice taking turns, learning directions, and how to be a good winner or loser.
Floyd Elementary conducted a safety drill on Monday, December 16, 2024 at 9:30 AM.
A huge thank you to Northern Lanes for helping Mrs. Chaffin bring bowling to Floyd Elementary. The students were able to celebrate the end of their lessons with a glow bowl!
Congratulations to Floyd's Lego League team for all the work they put in to be ready to compete in this last weekend's competition. It was great to see the teamwork as they problem-solved between matches. Thank you also to the coaches and parents who helped make the return of Floyd's Lego League happen. We're already looking forward to next season!
Mrs. Diaz recently challenged her Floyd third graders to build a bridge and record the number of pennies it could hold in an effort to find the strongest structure. Another day, the class worked together to make butter.
Floyd students in Mrs. LaCourt's room recently invited guests in for a breakfast visit. Thank you friends and family for finding time to join the students and share the start of the school day.
Floyd teachers, Josh Wright and Jenny Smith, had special guests recently for a flag etiquette presentation. The Great Lakes Veterans Coalition spent time with both classes and taught the students about United States flag history, representation, and etiquette. The students also learned how to properly fold an American flag.
Carri McGuire and Tina Pretzer have been awarded a Schoolyard Habitat Grant. This will be a habitat restoration that includes native plants and grasses at Floyd Elementary. Today was the first meeting with the Floyd team, the Chippewa Nature Center, and the US Fish and Wildlife Service. We're beyond excited to add this space to our nature area.
Gobble! Gobble! Floyd 2nd graders in Mr. Gusler's classroom spent time learning about turkeys with CNC naturalist, Mr. Ian. Once outside, kids were challenged with giving their best gobble as they moved through the woods.
Congratulations to Floyd Cross Country runners Maverick McGuire, Jack McGuire, and Iden Morgan for being Jack Pine Top 10 Finishers. They’ve continued running and recently qualified to run in Kentucky this weekend through the Cross Country Coaches National Youth Qualifier. We are proudly cheering you on!
Floyd students created a mini golf course in gym and practiced their putting. Such creativity!
Floyd students participated in a Kindness Week activity that had them eating lunch with different friends and playing a conversation game as they ate. A big thanks to our 5th grade Kindness Team and Mrs. Clark for facilitating this activity.
Floyd first graders did some cardio drumming in gym with Mrs. Chaffin today. The music and exercise were both irresistible!
Floyd students in Mrs. White's second grade classroom recently studied the Hopi and then made a pueblo to celebrate their learning.
