March is Women's History Month, so on the announcements each morning, we are learning about a women who made her mark on history.
Today, students learned about Frida Kahlo.
Frida Kahlo has become known and loved all over the world for her unique artwork and her paintings, particularly her self-portraits, which still draw huge crowds. Frida herself has become even more popular than her paintings, for proving that women can do anything they want to do, despite obstacles, She is admired for her creativity, her bravery, and for following her heart.
March is Women's History Month, so on the announcements each morning, we are learning about a women who made her mark on history.
Today, students heard about Queen Elizabeth I.
Elizabeth ruled for forty-five years. Many people believe that she was the greatest monarch ever to rule England. Where there had been violence and poverty, she created peace and prosperity. She sponsored the arts and the exploration of the New World, starting an empire that would last for hundreds of years. And she did all of this on her own, resisting a marriage that might have made it harder for her to rule in her own right.
Mary Jackson, Katherine Johnson and Dorothy Vaughan were three women who worked at NASA. Originally known as ‘human computers’, they were responsible for calculating complex maths equations for various airplanes and space flights, but all three went on to play a significant role in the Space Race. Their story has recently been brought to light by Margot Lee Shetterly’s book Hidden Figures: The Untold Story of the African American Women Who Helped Win the Space Race which was turned into an Oscar nominated film in 2016.
The Tuskegee Airmen were the first African-American airmen in the U.S. Air Force. They fought in World War II.
Before they served, the military was segregated. Unfortunately ,they faced racism when they came home.
In 2007, they were awarded the Congressional Medal of Honor. Their unwavering perseverance contributed to racial integration in the armed forces, paving the way for equality in the U.S. military.
February is Black History Month, so at Phelps we are learning about someone new each day.
Vini Jr. is a Brazilian professional footballer who plays as a winger for La Liga club Real Madrid and the Brazilian national team.
“The light that guides me is much stronger than the eyes that surround me.”-Vini Jr.
February is Black History Month, so on the announcements each morning at Phelps School, we've been learning about an important figure in history.
Today, we learned about Amanda Gorman. Amanda Gorman is an American poet and activist. She was the first person to be named National Youth Poet Laureate.
“There is always light. If only we’re brave enough to see it. If only we’re brave enough to be it.”
-Amanda Gorman
February is Black History Month, so on the announcements each morning at Phelps School, we've been learning about an important figure in history. Today, we learned about Kamala Harris.
Kamala Harris is the first female vice president and the highest-ranking female official in U.S. history, as well as the first African American and first Asian American vice president.
“The American Dream belongs to all of us”
-Kamala Harris
February is Black History Month, so on the announcements each morning at Phelps School, we've been learning about an important figure in history. Today, we learned about Jesse Owens. Jesse Owens was an American track and field olympian. He won four gold medals at the 1936 Olympics, and broke two Olympic records. “We all have dreams. But in order to make dreams come into reality, it takes an awful lot of determination, dedication, self discipline and effort.” - Jesse Owens
Hello Families: We have some bus changes this afternoon due to a staffing shortage at the bus company. Bus R9 will drive both R9 students and R10 students, which will likely cause a delay in drop off times for these students. Bus R2 will drive both R2 students and R6 students, which will likely cause a delay in drop off times for these students.
February is Black History Month, so on the announcements each morning at Phelps School, we've been learning about an important figure in history.
Today, we learned about Claudette Colvin.
On March 15, 1955 Claudette Colvin was arrested at the age of 15 for refusing to give up her seat to a white woman on a segregated bus.
“I always tell young people to hold on to their dreams. And sometimes you have to stand up for what you think is right even if you have to stand alone.”- Claudette Colvin
I'll be posting each day going forward, and we will get caught up over February break with the ones we've learned about so far. :-)
Hello Families: We try to run car pick up as safely and efficiently as possible. To this end, when picking up, please have your KidAccount card OUT and READY TO SCAN. This will help everyone get home in a safely and efficiently. Thank you so much!
REMINDER: Today at Phelps School is an EARLY RELEASE Day. Dismissal is at 10:45am.
Today is World Read Aloud Day! It is a global movement of readers and writers to come together and honor the joy and power of reading. At Phelps School, we have different reading activities going on across grade levels and classrooms. Be on the lookout for an e-mail today with facts about World Read Aloud Day and ideas to refresh your reading habits at home!
We have a large number of unreturned library books. Notices of missing books went home with students last week. Please remember to send back library books to school weekly. Pro tip: keep school library books in student backpacks so that you always know where they are! Thank you in advance!
Rockland High School Athletic Boosters are hosting the Harlem Wizards. The event is on March 26, 2025 at 6:30pm in the Rockland High School Gymnasium Get your tickets early to secure your spot for the game. For tickets, scan the QR code on the graphic or go to HARLEMWIZARDS.COM and click "GET TICKETS."
Phelps Winter Arts Night is this week! On January 28, 2025 from 5:30-7:30 pm, Art Displays will be available for viewing on the second floor of Phelps School. At 6:00pm, the Phelps Third and Fourth Grade Chorus will perform in the cafeteria! We hope to see you there.
The Special Someone Dance at Phelps School is next week! Here is a link from the PAC to sign up to bring baked goods for sale at the dance, if you are able. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0F4BACAE2CA0F4C34-54649140-bake#/
Early Release TODAY; 10:45am dismissal.
Early release day tomorrow, January 16, 2025. 10:45am Dismissal.
Valentines for Senior Citizens
Our next school-wide project will be creating valentine cards for senior citizens in Rockland. We will be working with the Rockland Senior Center, Meals on Wheels, and the Webster Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center to deliver valentines to senior citizens in Rockland. This project is being organized and run by our Grade 4 Student Council.
How can you help? If you have any valentine or heart stickers, or any other decorative stickers that would be great for our card-making, we will gladly accept donations until Friday, January 17. Please send all donations to the main office. Thanks for helping our students to spread love and kindness to others!
