The self confidence and desire to accomplish the task are a recipe for success in our classroom. Our scholars at Willow Brook Elementary love the thinking boards. Willow Brook Elementary School #ChasingIt

This picture right here is the ultimate reason I wanted to start my Crochet Club. So many character traits are evident here. Compassion, empathy, dedication, commitment, and perseverance to name a few. These two are determined to learn their new stitches. Love their hearts!

Our Crochet Club is in full swing! I want to give a huge “Thank You!” to everyone involved in helping us get started. Your generosity speaks volumes about the district we call home. Willow Brook Elementary School #thestandardisthestandard #ChasingIt Oak Ridge Schools Friends of ORS

These Brain Buddies earned a crown during math today. Our scholars are not only expected to do math, they are also expected to collaborate, give and accept constructive criticism, and have fun while doing it. These 2nd graders are rocking it! Willow Brook Elementary School #ChasingIt Oak Ridge Schools

Investigation, teamwork, collaboration, accountable talk, perseverance, and celebrations were all evident during this lesson on measuring to the nearest cm. A fun learning experience with real world applications. ❤️ Willow Brook Elementary School Oak Ridge Schools @JamiGarner77 Open Up Resources

This is what success looks like when a scholar owns their learning. Zoom in on his work. His evidence is abundant and failure was not an option. Self confidence, pride, and believing in himself were the lessons he learned today. Every child, every day! Willow Brook Elementary School Oak Ridge Schools

Our Crochet Club is in full swing. The kids are working as a team to complete a blanket (in secret) for one of their classmates. We are hoping to have it completed by Christmas break. Not only are these amazing scholars learning a new art, but they are also learning the gift of

We had most of our kids present this morning and they all had their Crochet Club shirts on so we had to snap a quick picture. I want to give HUGE shout out to everyone who has sent in donations to help support these amazing kids! They were thrilled to see the new materials and

Building lifelong friendships along with learning the intricacies of crocheting. Even with knots in our yarn, we find reasons to smile. What a great way to kick off our morning. Willow Brook Elementary School Oak Ridge Schools Friends of ORS

I am LOVING my new glass blackboard, and so are the kids! They were begging me for math problems all day! These 2nd graders are rocking it! Open Up Resources Willow Brook Elementary School Oak Ridge Schools Cherie

Morning shenanigans with our Willow Brook Crochet Club. These kids have picked up the skill amazingly fast. Shout out to Khali O'Connor for helping guide these amazing young people! Willow Brook Elementary School

Had the pleasure of watching these young Willow Brook Bears play in their semi-finals today. Both teams showed great sportsmanship. ❤️

When 2nd grade students have a solid understanding of place value, they can do amazing things. Never limit yourself or your students to the minimum. Ask them to rise above, and they will! Willow Brook Elementary School Open Up Resources Oak Ridge Schools

Some of our amazing 2nd graders chose to spend their recess time getting our garden ready for Spring planting. Mr. Blair is helping to keep this little tradition going. Willow Brook Elementary School

Hard work pays off! Our scholars enjoyed the afternoon being creative and having fun. When you work hard, persevere, and try your best, Mrs. Sensibaugh pulls out the good stuff! Willow Brook Elementary School

Our scholars are hard at work learning how to cite their evidence from the text when answering a quick write about a story. My favorite words to hear from a scholar after I explain their task, “I LOVE doing these!” ❤️ Willow Brook Elementary School DeAnna Okert

I had a fun surprise for my class today! A huge map that included the USA, Mexico, and Canada. The kids have to find all sorts of monuments and historical figures which then inspires rich conversations and research opportunities. They were captivated all day! Willow Brook Elementary School