Big learning was happening with our littlest Rodgers Cubs today in Kindergarten!
Kindergarten students read The Worst! series by Alex Willan, concluding with Yetis Are the Worst!, and discussed facts vs. opinions along with other story elements.
Then they took on a STEM challenge, building the tallest tower possible so Gilbert the Goblin could find the yetis!
So much creativity, problem-solving, and fun all in one activity!
Then they took on a STEM challenge, building the tallest tower possible so Gilbert the Goblin could find the yetis!
So much creativity, problem-solving, and fun all in one activity!
Fourth grade at Rodgers kicked off their fossil study this week!
Students are learning about different types of fossils, including trace fossils(footprints) and how they tell stories to scientist about how the animals lived and moved! Students got to pick an animal, learn what their footprints look like, and create their own story using only only trace fossils! What a creative and fun way to bring science to life!
Students are learning about different types of fossils, including trace fossils(footprints) and how they tell stories to scientist about how the animals lived and moved! Students got to pick an animal, learn what their footprints look like, and create their own story using only only trace fossils! What a creative and fun way to bring science to life!
4th grade math students at Rodgers had a Fraction Mixer today!
Each student was given a fraction card, and the class used their reasoning skills to work together and order the fractions from least to greatest.
Lots of thinking, moving, and learning! What a great way to make fractions fun and interactive!
Each student was given a fraction card, and the class used their reasoning skills to work together and order the fractions from least to greatest.
Lots of thinking, moving, and learning! What a great way to make fractions fun and interactive!
5th graders at Rodgers had a busy and exciting week in science!
Students worked in groups to sort living and nonliving things after learning about cells, unicellular, and multicellular organisms. They used cards to create posters and explained the characteristics that make something a “living” organism. Then, the next day, students took their learning even further by observing plant and animal cells under the microscope! What an awesome hands-on way to explore life science!
Students worked in groups to sort living and nonliving things after learning about cells, unicellular, and multicellular organisms. They used cards to create posters and explained the characteristics that make something a “living” organism. Then, the next day, students took their learning even further by observing plant and animal cells under the microscope! What an awesome hands-on way to explore life science!
Our Cubs were busy learning and working hard all across Rodgers today!
2nd graders at Rodgers completed their reading logs over Christmas break and earned the chance to move their rocket ships to another planet!
Way to go, Kenzi W, Ryker P, Scott M, Bryson W, and Gabby B! Keep reaching for the stars!
Way to go, Kenzi W, Ryker P, Scott M, Bryson W, and Gabby B! Keep reaching for the stars!
Happy New Year and Welcome Back! Be sure to check out this week's newsletter!
We are looking forward to a new year of learning and growth!
Merry Christmas!
We’re excited to recognize our latest PAWS for Applause winners! These students were nominated for making positive choices and showing behaviors that reflect our CUBS Matrix and strong character. We are so proud of them! Keep up the great work, Cubs!
Ella R - Ella volunteered to go last to hold baby Jesus during Lifewise. She wanted her classmates to all have a chance before she did.
Kenzi W - Kenzi is very responsible. She always follow directions and shows kindness daily without being asked. She picks up the classroom without being asked.
Deaglan G - He said we should all be thankful for our lunch because there are kids to do not have any lunch.
Rodgers Elementary staff and students enjoyed Polar Express Day by coming to school in comfy pajamas—along with a morning dance party to start the day off with lots of energy and fun!
It was a cozy, joyful way to celebrate together!
It was a cozy, joyful way to celebrate together!
1st graders at Rodgers used Legos during media to build homes equipped with chimneys so Santa could visit
Students enjoyed this fun, creative activity while cozy in their pajamas on the last day before Christmas break! It was the perfect way to celebrate the season while engaging in critical thinking!
Students enjoyed this fun, creative activity while cozy in their pajamas on the last day before Christmas break! It was the perfect way to celebrate the season while engaging in critical thinking!
Congratulations to our December Cubs of the Month! These students were nominated by their teachers for demonstrating our monthly character trait (Good Judgement) and being positive leaders in their classrooms and throughout the school. Each student will also receive a special yard sign to proudly display at home!
We are so proud of our December Cubs! Keep shining and showing what it means to be a Rodgers CUB!
Aiden L, Bristol H, Jones H, Noah B, Quinn T, Hatteras V, Carson C, Helena M, Diana S, Sophie H, and Kinslee Lilley
We are so proud of our December Cubs! Keep shining and showing what it means to be a Rodgers CUB!
Aiden L, Bristol H, Jones H, Noah B, Quinn T, Hatteras V, Carson C, Helena M, Diana S, Sophie H, and Kinslee Lilley
Rodgers Elementary 5th graders took a trip around the world by researching Christmas traditions in different countries!
Students created presentations to share what they learned about Mexico, Italy, England, Sweden, Germany, and France. For some countries, they also enjoyed hands-on experiences, such as making Swedish weaving hearts and sampling Swedish cookies, making ornaments, trying German chocolate stollen and gingerbread, and creating a beautiful Bûche de Noël to represent France. What a fun and engaging way to learn about holiday traditions around the world!
Students created presentations to share what they learned about Mexico, Italy, England, Sweden, Germany, and France. For some countries, they also enjoyed hands-on experiences, such as making Swedish weaving hearts and sampling Swedish cookies, making ornaments, trying German chocolate stollen and gingerbread, and creating a beautiful Bûche de Noël to represent France. What a fun and engaging way to learn about holiday traditions around the world!
This week, we had Wisdom Wednesday on 12/17/25 and students in Mrs. Jenkins’ class along with Mrs. Byrum’s, School Counselor, assistance learned why it’s important to pause and think before acting. Stopping to think helps us make kind choices, avoid trouble, solve problems peacefully, and show respect and self-control. We also discussed using Good Judgment and the THINK rule before we speak or act:
💭 Is it True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, and Kind?
#WisdomWednesday #SEL #CharacterEducation #GoodJudgment
💭 Is it True, Helpful, Inspiring, Necessary, and Kind?
#WisdomWednesday #SEL #CharacterEducation #GoodJudgment
Mrs. Smith’s Kindergarten class learned all about the science of rockets today!
Students created reindeer rockets and played reindeer games as they raced to see whose reindeer could fly the farthest. What a fun and engaging way to mix STEAM and holiday cheer!
Students created reindeer rockets and played reindeer games as they raced to see whose reindeer could fly the farthest. What a fun and engaging way to mix STEAM and holiday cheer!
5th grade at Rodgers was given a challenge from Santa in a review of Force and Motion! They were to build a sleigh for Santa to fly down 3 different ramps. While traveling down the ramps, the presents (our duck) could not fall out! Students talked about the effects of gravity, friction, and mass in this challenge!
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4th graders have been learning about animals and their habitats! This week they specifically learned about Reindeer, also known as Caribou, and the type of habitat they live in along with their special adaptations! To make things interesting, Mrs. Jenkins gave the students a challenge… Santa’s reindeer lost their ability to fly and need a way back to the North Pole. The students learned that Reindeer can swim…. But not as far as these deer needed to go! Students were to build a raft to see if it would float the reindeer. The waters were even tested with some wind!
