So proud of these reader leaders!

LBNE Arts Day was a smashing success! The crowds loved Sarah Dippity, The Columbia Marionette Theater, and the Blythewood HS Drum & Dance ensemble LonnieBNelsonElem

Nothing like the comfort of pajamas to inspire some creative writing! Dr. Fleming’s students embracing their inner authors today and “writing on their pajamas.” Who says you cannot mix work and play? ⁦⁦The Academy for Civic Engagement⁩ ⁦Twanisha Garner, PhD⁩ ⁦Dr. Sharon Fleming⁩

Big shoutout to our amazing 2nd grade readers who are using some very specific reading strategies to tackle challenging texts. So proud of their determination and hard work. Keep up the great reading, everyone! ⁦LonnieBNelsonElem⁩ ⁦Twanisha Garner, PhD⁩

Today Mrs. Hobert’s class observed compost. It is amazing to see how our food scraps have turned into rich, nutrient-filled soil! They learned sustainability and reducing waste.⁦Hobert's 4th Grade Honeybees⁩ ⁦⁦The Academy For Civic Engagement⁩

We had a great time at the SC Economics Awards Ceremony. ACE had 2 students win the poster contest, 2 students win a young entrepreneur of the year award, our 2 fifth grade teams placed first and third in the state for the spring Stock Market Game. Way to go! Richland School District Two

Thank you Richland School District Two for the great R2 Ready to Read books for our PK-2nd grade students! They had a blast “shopping” LonnieBNelsonElem

Miss Gamecock was the guest speaker for the end of the year mentor groups celebration. Her talk on success and how students can build their own achievements was incredibly inspiring and informative. #BeYou! ⁦Twanisha Garner, PhD⁩ ⁦LonnieBNelsonElem⁩

SOAR is off to a fantastic start! The enthusiasm and engagement displayed by our teachers and students have set the tone for an incredible month filled with hands-on learning and collaborations! Twanisha Garner, PhD LonnieBNelsonElem Stephanie Harrell

A huge shoutout & heartfelt thanks to Spring Valley Rotary for honoring LBNE with a generous grant! Thanks to their support, we will put new books into student hands, igniting their love for reading and expanding their imaginations.⁦Spring Valley Rotary⁩ ⁦Twanisha Garner, PhD⁩ ⁦⁦

Dancing in the rain was a delightful way to celebrate another successful week of SOAR! ⁦LonnieBNelsonElem⁩ ⁦Twanisha Garner, PhD⁩ ⁦Stephanie Harrell⁩ ⁦Homad's 5th Grade Hive⁩

As a thank you for participating in this year's Fireflies Reading Program, the Fireflies are offering FREE student admission on Marvel's Defenders of the Diamond Night. All students must be accompanied by an adult. Please share LonnieBNelsonElem The Academy for Civic Engagement fevogm.com/event/Readingp…

ACE teachers spent the day reflecting and planning for a great year! We are excited to continue growing financially responsible, servant leaders in ACE. Richland School District Two Barbara Turner Magnet Schools of America

The PVC phones in this first grade classroom have been game-changers for student focus and attention as they intentionally listen to their own voice during independent reading! Look at that focused learning and joy! Stephanie Harrell Twanisha Garner, PhD

"Teacher Tip: Enlarge and laminate your writing paper and use it to display a sample piece of writing! Either one you model for your class or a shared writing piece that students can refer back to." —Former teacher Kylie Barragan

We love participating in Jumpstart’s Read-for-the-Record Event each year ⁦⁦LonnieBNelsonElem⁩ #ReadfortheRecord2023

The New Bees LonnieBNelsonElem had fun playing Rockin’ Robin! Who says adults can’t have fun playing games? 😊 Twanisha Garner, PhD Alexis Black, Ed.S Shawna Moore #YOUTWO

Community readers are the real MVPs! 🌟 Whether they've just returned from across the country or around the world, they consistently make time to build relationships with children. Their dedication makes a difference in shaping young minds. Spring Valley Rotary Lindsay Agostini