by Jung | Sep 29, 2017 | Third Grade
Third Graders Making a Difference is a year-long program created by third grade teachers, Ms. Kanter and Miss Sussmann. It is grounded in the spirit of kindness and how good it feels to help others. Now in its fourth year, third graders have demonstrated the...
by admin | Apr 21, 2017 | Fourth Grade, Third Grade
By fourth grade students, Melissa and Alia This year the third and fourth grade students were lucky enough to have special ping pong lessons. These lessons were sponsored by the Chinese Affinity Group. We were so lucky that the parents who are part of this group...
by admin | Mar 17, 2017 | Fourth Grade, Second Grade, Third Grade
There is never a shortage of memorable moments from the annual Lower School spring concert, and this year was no exception. In fact, it had its own special charm, focusing on music celebrating the spirit of America and showcasing this country and the Lower School as...
by admin | Oct 28, 2016 | Third Grade
Roni Kanter and Michelle Sussmann “He!” [pronounced “Hay!”] means “Hello!” – from the Lenape languages of Munsee and Unami. In conjunction with our study of the Lenape Native Americans, third graders visited Winakung at Waterloo Village, in nearby Stanhope, New...
by admin | Oct 14, 2016 | Third Grade
Submitted by Ms. Kanter and Ms. Sussman Three years ago we began our Third Graders Making a Difference program. It was born from the idea that it is never too early for children to think of others and to make a difference – both large and small; near and far. It was...
by admin | May 13, 2016 | Third Grade
Contributed by Miss Michelle E. Sussmann This month Third Graders Making a Difference culminated their yearlong work of helping others by holding the annual used book sale. This is a much-loved tradition that has taken place for over ten years. The whole Lower...