E.J. Hayes Elementary

In Mrs. Chawla’s class, small group instruction is all about deep thinking, collaboration, and discovery! Using Background Knowledge Builder texts—both in hard copies and through Benchmark Advance, students engaged in higher-level questioning to expand their comprehension. While Mrs. Chawla’s small group worked on complex discussion prompts, other students took charge of their learning through a Novel Study and wetlands research project. Their independent investigations led to the creation of PowerPoint presentations, allowing them to showcase their findings and strengthen their research skills. It’s inspiring to see students exploring, analyzing, and presenting—a true reflection of Going for the GOLD! Keep up the amazing work, scholars!