From fourth grade reporter Jamel:
In fourth grade science afterschool we’re learning about metamorphosis. For example, a tadpole doesn’t look like its parents. Another example is how a caterpillar doesn’t look like its parents. Also, a baby mouse doesn’t look like its parents. Those are all examples of metamorphosis.
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Alain L. Locke Elementary hosted a school-wide celebration of Earth Day this past April. Students shared their feelings about Mother Earth and watched portions of a documentary all about dirt. DIRT! The Movie, tells the amazing and little known story of the relationship between humans and living dirt.
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From fifth grade reporter Erick:
In social studies and science cluster we are learning about the food groups and staying healthy. Ms. Chukwukere has us bring our science textbooks to learn the importance of having a balanced life style. We learn about the vitamins we need to stay healthy. Stop by her room to see our [...]
Read and listen to Maya Angelou speak about her poetic inspirations. Don’t forget that April is National Poetry Month.
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Have you ever visited a museum that made you feel like you stepped back in time? The Louis Armstrong House Museum is truly a one-of-a-kind experience! Located in the former residence of this music legend, hear Louis Armstrong tell you himself what his life was like.
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Did you know that April is National Poetry Month?
Established in 1996, the mission of National Poetry Month is to, “increase the visibility and availability of poetry in popular culture while acknowledging and celebrating poetry’s ability to sustain itself in the many places where it is practiced and appreciated.”
Learn more from the Academy of American [...]
From fifth grade reporter Jamel:
The fifth grade at Alain L. Locke Elementary are working on Feature Articles this month. The work so far is fantastic! They are researching about Smoking, Sports, Economy, and Healthy Eating.
One of the students (Nyashia) came up with a title called Junk In THE Trunk! Her article is about eating healthy [...]
Thank you family and friends for coming out yesterday in support of our students! The Fourth Annual Alain L. Locke Content in Arts Festival was a wonderful event!
View a slideshow of pictures taken from the event at our:
Picasa Web Album Site
Videos of select performances will be shared in the near future.
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Students at Alain L. Locke Elementary School visited the New York Historical Society’s exhibition on Lincoln in New York. Using items in the galleries as primary source documents, students examined and analyzed illustrations and portraits of the 16th president. Located on the Upper West Side, this museum has many family friendly exhibits and programs.
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From fourth grade reporter Ke-yara:
My class has been learning about the colonial times. In class we have been gathering information about people that lived during the colonial time period. One person is Molly Pitcher, another person is Phyllis Wheatley. In a few weeks you can see our narrative biographies hanging in the hallway!
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