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4th graders Maureen Nesselrode are learning how to use mind maps to be creative, organize their thinking, and share important information about themselves on their first day of school. @APSGifted CampbellArtAPS

First graders Maureen Nesselrode created their own book pages using nonsense rhyming words inspired by the book, The Hungry Thing. APS Elementary ELA @APSGifted

5th graders Maureen Nesselrode have been learning about growth mindset and the experimental method. @APSGifted Shannon O'Connor (she/her) @APSscience

First community meeting of the year

5th graders created mnemonics to remember all the SEM-R reading strategies they will use to become better readers Maureen Nesselrode @APSGifted Renzulli Center for Creativity, GiftedEd, & Talent

Zero the Hero and her assistant help our VPI and K students learn about counting and place value. It also provides a leadership opportunity for our 5th graders Maureen Nesselrode EL Education @APSGifted Lauren Kleifges Campbell Counts APS Math Office

Students Maureen Nesselrode presented a readers theater of “The Day the Crayons Quit.” They used an Affective Jacob’s Ladder reading tool to discuss the most effective ways to share feelings and why considering the perspectives of others is important. @APSGifted

4th graders Maureen Nesselrode estimated the number of jelly beans in the jar just like the character Peter did in “Tales of a 4th Grade Nothing.” These two estimated 210 and the actual number was 211! Their prize was a turtle, like Dribble from the book. @APSGifted

5th graders at community meeting reminding us it’s Hispanic Heritage Month! 🇧🇴 🇸🇻

Zero the Hero and her assistant say “Happy 20th Day of School!”Maureen Nesselrode APS Math Office @APSGifted

Parents and students Maureen Nesselrode experienced some of the creativity, problem solving and teamwork which are the hallmarks of Odyssey of the Mind during tonight’s info session. @APSGifted NovaEast 11 Odyssey

Thursday, October 12 was the 30th day of school Maureen Nesselrode, so Zero the Hero and her assistant celebrated with our VPI and Kindergarten students. @APSGifted Mee Kim

We love a good Pamela Clark math lesson! ✖️➗

Yesterday, first grade kicked off their fall expedition by visiting staff Maureen Nesselrode who each shared interesting facts about the human body! EL Education

Check out these 4th graders Maureen Nesselrode who are reading mystery novels and participating in SEM-R book clubs Advanced Academics and Talent Development.

Our 5th graders Maureen Nesselrode presented at their fall expedition showcase this morning. EL Education Advanced Academics and Talent Development

Ron Berger’s unwavering dedication to high-quality student work continues to inspire us all. His keynote at #ELNC24 was a powerful reminder of the transformative impact excellence and craftsmanship can have on student learning. Learn more about his legacy: eleducation.org/news-and-event…

We celebrated the 80th Day of School with Zero the Hero and her assistant counting with K and PreK students ⁦Maureen Nesselrode⁩

We kicked off the new year by doing a schoolwide growth mindset activity Maureen Nesselrode EL Education