Our school observed a moment of silence before the Pledge of Allegiance on September 11. Then, our 5th grade students students participated in a variety of activities which helped them gain a deeper understanding of why our country’s history is important and how it affects the decisions made by the government and its citizens. Students then made some links between safety and their community, and they decided they wanted to thank the Lawrence first responders for being available to keep them safe.
Students in each of the thirteen 5th grade classes wrote notes on red, white, and blue links and joined them together.
Representatives from the Lawrence police and fire departments attended the 5th grade morning meeting on Thursday, September 18. Students explained the project and surrounded the first responders with their chains of good wishes.
We were thrilled to receive a photograph of the chains hanging on the walls of the police station.
Thank you to Mrs. Van Treuren for coordinating this activity. Thanks to all of our 5th grade students, teachers, and the Lawrence first responders for participating in this meaningful assembly.
