Virtual field trip with the Field Museum learning about Sue!!

We made our moon phases come to life! I’m so proud of how well Ss worked on this project! You’re the smartest kids I know to the moon and back. #engage142 Kerkstra Elementary

Today a student in #room29 gave every one of her classmates a personalized hand-drawn picture that she made for them based on what she knows they like. Outstanding kindness, creativity, and thoughtfulness, Milena! I have the absolute BEST students! #engage142 Kerkstra Elementary

How cool is this?! Our district is purchased PD books of our choice and delivered them to us! Plus they came with a handwritten note from Liz Ehrhart. Thank you Forest Ridge SD142! Can’t wait to Teach Like a Pirate because my Kids Deserve It! #room29 #engage142

Lauralee Johnson Forest Ridge SD142 You are an amazing teacher! I hope you find those little glimmers of inspiration in both #kidsdeserveit and #teachlikeapirate.

Liz Ehrhart Forest Ridge SD142 Thank you so much! I feel so blessed to work for such a supportive district.

Ever wonder how a rainbow is made? Today room 118 found out in a Mystery Science mini-lesson just in time for St. Patrick’s Day! Then we used different materials to make our own rainbows 🌈

Please take a moment to read our latest March Community Update. d142.org/apps/news/arti… #engage142 Ridge Early Childhood Center Kerkstra Elementary Foster Elementary Hille Huskies

Couldn’t be more true. Proud to be a part of Forest Ridge SD142 TEAM and work along side Paul McDermott Heather Rose, CPA Liz Ehrhart Lori Leppert Kathy Davis Mr Kulik, Mr Beringer, Mr Orth, Mr Nagle and Mr Beaver. #engage142

We're so excited about our Earth Day programs coming up!! Each student & staff will be getting a small pack of seeds to plant at their home (or can give it to someone else to plant). Seeds will be distributed next week.

I am pretty lucky guy that the #SkibsKids like helping me out with jobs at ⁦Forest Ridge SD142⁩. Over break they unboxed 190 ⁦⁦Apple⁩ #iPads and ⁦Brenthaven⁩ cases. This weekend they disassembled two #MacMini labs to be used as larger classrooms spaces.

Great turnout for running club. Beautiful day to be active. 😃

This week in Social Studies, Ss are writing a newscast about a current event! With their scripts completed, some Ss have started filming their news reports using green screens! We ❤️ technology integration and creative learning! #room29 #engage142 Kerkstra Elementary

A huge thank you to Megan Prendergast, author of “Included” for taking the time to read her book virtually to Lee R Foster Lions! She answered questions, mentioned student’s names, and taught an amazing lesson about inclusion. Foster Elementary Forest Ridge SD142 #included #author

Don't forget Friday is Principal Appreciation Day!!! Wear your principals favorite team or their colors to show your appreciation

Loved seeing this message when I stopped by Kerkstra Elementary! It stuck with me all day. Definitely going to be my mantra as we finish up this school year strong Forest Ridge SD142. #engage142 #chasingextraordinary

The sun is shining. ☀️ The stage is set. 🎤 What a perfect day for Hille Huskies 8th Grade Graduation. Looking forward to see you starting at 6:00pm at Ozinga Field or watch it live at youtube.com/watch?v=mQVqP_… #engage142 #8thGradeGraduation #Classof2021

The deadline to sign up for Summer Learning and the "Our Kids Read" Summer Reading Challenge is today. For more information copy the link: d142.org/apps/news/arti…

Good morning! I've been doing this for a few years, a passion project of mine, really. Feel free to check out the link to my podcast and all things Summit Hill School District 161. spotifyanchor-web.app.link/e/5IsdaJwaBAb