Working with partners-Ask me if I took a deep breath? YOU BET I DID! Especially since my randomizing of partnerships joined learners I probably wouldn’t join.😳I found though that if we talk out solutions for potential problems first, students have more success. Apex Elementary

If we want children to learn how to work together and get along, then we have to give themopportunities to practice working together and getting along. Is it easy? Not always. Is it worth it…to help them grow? Yes. Apex Elementary

Did you know that puzzles help reinforce connections between brain cells and improve mental speed? This is why my Cougar Time group that will work with fluency is starting with puzzles. Apex Elementary Collaboration? That’s a beautiful bonus effect.

Student:(after creating the sign) “I’m a part of this business too.” Me: (in my head) Yes you are young lady!! If you wonder if creative play is important, it IS. Building little business owners over here!! ❤️ Apex Elementary

Today was a good day! We loved our Read-In guest!!❤️❤️ We listened to one of my children’s book favorites, Hair Love. Apex Elementary Apex Elementary PTA

If anyone ever questions the importance of cultural arts, I'll show them this. After a lovely performance by Ballethnic Dance, these girls built a stage & had glue stick dancers. 😍 They requested me as their audience & one sang an original song. Thanks Apex Elementary PTA & Apex Elementary!

So proud of Mrs. Caroline Brady and her Apex High School dance program. What these dancers do as leaders in the creation and direction process in the art of dance is incredible! Thanks to all the Apex Cougar Club sports teams that supported the Arts last night and tonight.

My “Plus 1” at the WCPSS NBCT reception. ❤️❤️

Using maps and text features to build excitement Apex Elementary !!! 8days away!! @NCZooSociety

Happy WCPSS AP Appreciation Week to the one and only Sarah Chi !!!@apexescougars

We are pleased to announce Mr. Wesley Clark as our next assistant principal! We are so fortunate that Wesley Clark is a Cougar!! 💛💚🐾

We love our IAs!!! Apex Elementary

Our last Science Spectacular. 😕. Thank you to Mrs. Pritchett- former Apex Cougar. ⁦Apex Elementary⁩

I am so grateful for these SUPER patient PEPI girls!!! They were given a TALL order this year and they represented Apex High School well!!! It wonderful to know that we have such kind and promising youth here in the PEAK!! Yay for the PEPI program. Thx, R. Phelps. Apex Elementary

Interesting info. I surveyed my class and only 33% have been to the public library. 😳 Perhaps this summer that will change this summer. ❤️Teachers, I encourage you to encourage families to visit and attend programs. Apex Elementary wake.gov/departments-go…

Let’s make this dance team happen for ‘23-24 Apex High School! Tell us what we need to do. Signed, Students, Teachers and Parents

Our last circle with Apex Counselor Mrs. Bowman. I am sooooo grateful she has spent time with us growing and learning strategies. We ❤️ you!!

It’s a good day for a field trip! Go PACK!!

What a treat that your veteran dad gets to have a special Apex High School lunch with his three grandkids in honor of all those who serve or have served. I hope this tradition carries on. Well done, Apex. It was a very special day. ♥️♥️

Shout out to Ms. Edward’s for making the effort to develop a meaningful field trip for her Apex High School class. Best Luck to you, Ms Edwards.