February Fun in 1C
February is a super busy month and even though it's short, it's filled with tons of fun lessons! We started off the month by learning about Punxsutawney Phil, the most famous groundhog, and the legends behind the mammal who predicts our . . . read more
We Are 100 Days Smarter!!!!!
1A Celebrates the 100th Day of School
100th Day On Friday January 29th, students in Mrs. Hollands 1st grade class celebrated 100 days of hard work and learning. Too start the day off, students counted 100 pieces of their favorite cereal and enjoyed a kid . . . read more
1A's Teddy Bear Picnic
First Grade Teddy Bear Picnic On Friday January 15, 2010, Mrs. Holland's first graders all brought their favorite teddy bear to school for the day. Their teddy bears were invited to join them for a very special Teddy Bear . . . read more
Measuring Mass in Science
The students in Ms. Epperly's science class are learning about the Properties of Matter. Today the class rotated in groups to different stations in order to measure the mass of different objects using a balance. Students made . . . read more
"Mad Science" at Erie Elementary
The students at Erie Elementary were entertained by Carrie Healy on Tuesday, November 24th. "Creative Carrie" is part of Mad Science of Peoria. She performed many wacky science experiments based around . . . read more
Third Grade Learns About Rocks
Third Grade had a special guest speaker on Tuesday, November 24th. Mr. Ron Vail brought many rock samples from his rock collection. The students have been studying rocks and minerals in their science . . . read more
1A Dives Into The Blue
First grade learns about Earth's oceans
This week in language arts, Mrs. Holland's 1st grade class read a story titled "What A Trip!" This nonfictional story included detailed photographs of animals that inhabit the deep sea and students were inspired to learn more about . . . read more
Bats, Bats, and more Bats!!!!!
First grade gets an up close look at real bats
During the month of October, students in Mrs. Holland's first grade class discovered the amazing world of bats. Students learned many interesting myths and facts about bats, made bat books, created bat art, and read many fictional . . . read more
Red Ribbon Week
Ms. Epperly's class enjoyed Red Ribbon Week. The students participated in the special dress up days, quilt contest, and assembly. They especially liked the treats and prize. This year's theme . . . read more
Third Grade Field Trip to QC Botanical Center
QC Botanical Center 10-20-09 Third grade took a field trip to the Quad City Botanical Center on October 20, 2009. The students were split into groups and rotated to three different . . . read more
1st Grade Field Trip
On October 15, 2009 the Erie Elementary first graders headed to Geneseo, Illinois for a day full of fun. Students were excited for their very first field trip of the year. Once we reached our destination, Happy Joe's and Lee's . . . read more
1A Celebrates Johnny Appleseed!!
Granny Smith, Golden Delicious, or Red Delicious....... which is your favorite? Well, I bet Johnny Appleseed love them all!!! Students in Mrs. Holland's 1st grade class have been learning about Johnny Appleseed and his love of . . . read more
Apple Fun
Ms. Epperly's students had an apple fun day last week. The class listened to the story Johnny Appleseed, by Steven Kellogg, and learned all about this legendary hero. Students constructed . . . read more
Way 2 Go First Grade!!!!!
Students in Mrs. Holland's first grade class are off to a great start this year. It only took 3 weeks for the class to fill the good behavior jar with popcorn seeds!!!! Students are working hard, following directions, and . . . read more
Third Grade Students Enjoy Ag in the Classroom
The students in Ms. Epperly's third grade enjoyed having Mrs. Clodfelter from Ag in the Classroom visit their class today. They learned about the importance of agriculture and all about apples. . . . read more
4th Grade Cleans Up For Earth Day
Earth Day 2009 read more
2B Newsletter
2B Happenings October 2, 2008 Upcoming dates to mark on your calendars: Oct. 3--Early Dismissal at 11:05 Teacher Inservice Oct. . . . read more
