As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 27, 2024 through Friday, November 29, 2024 for the Thanksgiving holiday.
We hope you have a happy and safe Thanksgiving!
Donation – Members of the Old School Car Club donated Thanksgiving Dinners to five families at South Boston Early Learning Center. The members include Frank Drumright, David Humphrey, Sr., David Humphrey, Jr., Mike Drumright, Demetrius Walton, Brad Miller, Curtis King, Dale Miller, Larry Miller, Darnell Barksdale, Vinnie Whitlock, Bernard Logan, Henry Medley, Gregory Yancey, Gary Yancey, Joe Morgan, Ricky Carr, Henry Boyd, and Craig Logan. Priscilla Price, Principal, accepted the donations on behalf of the families.
Ms. Lee's class spelled their names with precut turkey feathers to create their own gobbler. They practiced letter recognition and identified patterns. They also used fine motor skills to remove the glue top and place the glue on their turkey accessories.
I Am Thankful For……
The students in Mrs. Young’s class talked about the people and the things that we loved and are happy to have in our lives. The people and the things that we love were then related to the things that we are thankful for. We discussed how families get together and eat turkey and a lot of other foods on a special day called Thanksgiving to celebrate the things that they are thankful for. The students were given thankful coloring pages and crayons to color however they would like to. Once they were done coloring, they had to tell the teachers what they were thankful for. The teachers wrote the students’ responses at the bottom of the page. The pages were laminated and turned into placemats to use during Thanksgiving dinner or any meal time.
Ms. Shelton's class decorated the letter N with noodles. Some students even made a pattern out of their colored noodles.
“Thanks and Giving” Campaign - Long & Foster of South Boston honored teachers in Halifax County Public Schools through a “Thanks and Giving” Campaign. They awarded one random teacher from each school in Halifax County $100 in cash. Michelle Hackney’s name was drawn as the winner for South Boston Early Learning Center. They also provided Windmill cookies for all the faculty/staff as a small token of gratitude for all they do for our schools, students and community. We would like to thank Long & Foster for this generous campaign.
South Boston Early Learning Center Visits Richmond Metro Zoo - The students from South Boston Early Learning Center traveled to the Richmond Metro Zoo for a fun and educational field trip. The students spent the day exploring the zoo's many exhibits, observing a variety of animals including giraffes, lions, and other exotic species. Without a tour guide, students and their chaperones were encouraged to explore at their own pace, discovering the animals and learning about their habitats. The trip provided a hands-on opportunity for students to connect with nature, fostering a deeper understanding of wildlife and the importance of animal conservation. The visit was both an enjoyable and enriching experience for all involved.
Creating and Extending Patterns: - Students in Mrs. Edmunds and Mrs. Carr’s class used fine motor skills and hand eye coordination to string various color beads to create and extend patterns. They also used cards to match color and shape beads to the beads seen on the card.
Writing and Our Senses - The students in Mrs. Crews' class practiced writing the letter of the week (N) in shaving cream. Not only are we learning the alphabet, but we're also engaging our senses of touch and smell.
Fine Motor and Name/Letter Recognition Activity - The students in Ms. Hackney's class worked on developing and strengthening their problem-solving and fine motor skills. They matched the letters in their first and last names. They practiced letter recognition and letter matching by matching handmade alphabet clothespins to the letters in their names written on sentence strips.
As a reminder, all schools and offices will be closed Monday, November 11, 2024 in observance of Veterans Day.
Building Activity - After listening to The Three Little Pigs' story, the students in Mrs. Ford's class at South Boston Early Learning Center completed a house building activity using fine motor skills to complete a brick, straw, and a stick house using various craft materials.
South Boston Early Learning Center Hosts Fall Festival for Students and Families
- South Boston Early Learning Center celebrated the season with a Fall Festival on
November 4, 2024, bringing together students and their families for an evening of fun
and learning. The event featured a range of activities, including fine motor skill games,
pumpkin decorating, and sensory games, designed to engage young children while
promoting important developmental skills. In addition, each student received a book to
encourage a love of reading. Families were also treated to a pizza dinner, creating a
festive atmosphere and an opportunity for the community to connect. The Fall Festival
was a wonderful way to celebrate the season and foster a sense of togetherness at the school.
Donation – The faculty/staff at South Boston Early Learning Center donated $282.00 to the Halifax County Cancer Association.
Election Day - The students in Mrs. Watts' and Ms. Putnam's class at South Boston Early Learning Center learned about the importance of Election Day. They participated by listening to a story "Election Day is Coming", cast a ballot and voted on their favorite snack, colored a hat showing "I Voted", and enjoyed the winning vote of chips for snack.
Field Trip to the Pumpkin Patch: A Day of Fun and Learning - Students recently enjoyed an exciting field trip to The Junction in Buffalo Junction, VA, where they kicked off the day by meeting up with their families. After everyone gathered, the students split into groups to explore a variety of engaging activities at different stations. The day included a thrilling adventure through a challenging corn maze, fostering teamwork and problem-solving skills. Students also took a hayride through the pumpkin patch, playing an I Spy game to enhance their observation skills. Other highlights included diving into a corn pit, bouncing on a massive bouncy pillow, and racing down a thrilling slide. Throughout the day, students interacted with various games that encouraged physical activity and friendly competition. This memorable outing not only celebrated the fall season but also provided opportunities for outdoor learning and fun. A big thank you to everyone who helped make this trip possible for the students at South Boston Early Learning Center!
Student of the Month - Students that attend South Boston Early Learning Center received Student of the Month awards for the month of October.
Students in Ms. Shelton's class worked together to create a poster in celebration of becoming members of the Investigator Club.
Ms. Lee's students participated in various pumpkin centered activities. They used fine motor skills and hand-eye coordination to complete each activity. Students matched upper and lower case letters. They practiced one-to-one correspondence using pumpkins and pumpkin shaped candy. They also used early math skills to identify shapes and create their very own shape pumpkin.
The students in Mrs. Young's class spelled their names with precut circles to create bubbles in their name brew. They used fine motor skills to remove the glue tops and place glue on the back of the green circles. They were encouraged to use their names written on the black cauldron as a guide to spell their name correctly.
