A first-grade student competes in the "Long Jump" as part of Morris Elementary's inaugural Math Olympics, which was held at the Lenox Community Center.
LENOX, Mass. — Principal Brenda Kelley shared that Morris Elementary first graders recently demonstrated their math skills at the school's inaugural Math Olympics.
Approximately 50 first-grade students were joined by teachers, math coaches, and several parents at the Lenox Community Center to participate in the Math Olympics.
Students competed in six math-centered events, all of which were aligned to an area of the Grade 1 math standards. Some events included the "Long Jump" to measure non-standard units, the "20 Yard Dash" to find numbers on a 120 chart, as well as "Math Musical Chairs."
Students also participated in a game called "The Lunge" – a version of the game "Hungry, Hungry Hippos" – where students laid on scooters and collected balls marked with numbers. After collecting as many as possible, students then put them in order from least to greatest.
After students competed in all six events, the group walked back to Morris. All students received a gold medal for their participation at a grade-wide assembly later in the day.
"We wanted to hold this event because when we add movement and fun into our core academic content, kids get excited and want to participate. The kids had a blast doing math – maybe they didn't even realize that they were doing it," said Grade 1 Teacher Shannon O'Brien. "We are so thankful for the support of the Lenox Community Center and the adults who helped us to pull off such a fun event. Not all kids love math, but the hope is more do now!"
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Lenox Memorial Middle School Presents 'Honk! Jr'
LENOX, Mass. — Lenox Memorial Middle School students will perform a musical adaptation of "The Ugly Duckling" at the Duffin Theater on Friday, June 14 at 6 pm and Saturday, June 15 at 1 pm.
According to a press release:
"Honk! Jr." is a heartwarming celebration of being brave, bold & different that is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its witty dialogue, delightful dancing & memorable score.
Ugly looks different from his duckling brothers and sisters. The other animals on the farm are quick to notice and ridicule. Being bullied and feeling rather foul about himself, the little waterfowl finds himself on an adventure of self-discovery. Along the way, Ugly meets a whole flock of characters and finds out that embracing your differences and being uniquely yourself is an extraordinary thing to be! The story teaches us compassion, the power our words have on others and the lesson to never judge a book by its cover. For anyone who has ever felt different, this play is for you.
Suggested donation is $10 for adults and $5 for students and senior citizens.
Tickets will be sold in person, 1/2 hour prior to each performance at the door. A bake sale and a gift basket raffle will be held after the show.
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