From History.com:
Memorial Day, which falls on the last Monday of May, commemorates the men and women who died while serving in the American military. Originally known as Decoration Day, it originated in the years following the Civil War and became an official federal holiday in 1971. Many Americans observe Memorial Day by visiting cemeteries or [...]
Monthly Archives: May 2010
The History of Memorial Day
Totem Poles
From fifth grade reporter Luis:
The fifth grade is studying Canada. The fifth grade had to do beautiful totem poles like Eskimos from Canada. We had to pick five animals for our totem poles and the animals had to be stacked up on each other. I made a totem pole and the whole class did too. [...]
Alain L. Locke Elementary Celebrates Fleet Week
From fourth grade reporter Rodney:
You won’t believe who came today! The navy came to our school and they were talking about the ship. Some of our students asked, “What do you have on your left chest?” and they said it was an award.
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NYC International Polar Festival
NYC International Polar Festival
Saturday, May 29
12–5 pm
Kaufmann and Linder Theaters and Grand Gallery, first floor
Free with Museum admission
In conjunction with the opening of the exhibition Race to the End of the Earth, the Museum of Natural History presents the NYC International Polar Festival, a family-friendly program featuring performances, films, talks, demonstrations, and the chance [...]
Wii Go Hard Party at PS 208
Fifth grades students celebrated their upcoming graduation from Alain L. Locke Elementary with a “Wii Go Hard Party.” Activities included singing karaoke, dancing, and playing skeeball.
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Urban Adventures: Paley Center For Media
From fifth grade reporter Monet:
During Urban Adventures we went on a cool trip to The Paley Center For Media. Some of us got to do sound effects and the others acted. The teachers there recorded it so now we’re getting a CD and we can share it with our parents. We had lots of fun!
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OASIS Presents “Trouble in Olympus”
On Wednesday, May 26th at 6PM OASIS afterschool program will present a Motown musical titled “Trouble in Olympus.”
When Zeus and Hera have an argument, Hades sees an opportunity to create trouble. Join Hermes and the Muses as they try to keep Olympus from falling apart.
There will be special performances by surprise R&B artists.
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New York Cares at Alain L. Locke Elementary
PS 208 partnered with New York Cares for a very special afternoon. Volunteers visited Alain L. Locke Elementary to paint a beautiful new mural on our playground and play kickball with students. Watch students help the volunteers warm up!
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Parent Reminders
Every Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday 3PM-5PM
Science Afterschool Program for Grade 4
Tuesday, May 25th at 9AM
Parent Workshop- “Using Television Wisely”
Wednesday, May 26th at 9:30AM
Parent Workshop- “Transitions to Middle School”
Wednesday, May 26th at 6PM
OASIS Presents a Motown Musical- “Trouble in Olympus”
Thursday, May 27th at 5PM
IMPORTANT Fifth Grade Parent Meeting
Monday, June 7th
New York State Science Exam [...]
PS 208 Trip to Roller Jam USA
Students at Alain L. Locke Elementary visited Roller Jam USA to celebrate their good behavior. On roller skates and roller blades, students had a wonderful time! Follow the link below for video from the event.
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