Overview
In the third grade, life takes on quite a different quality as the children begin to hear the stories of the Old Testament, their first introduction to history. These powerful stories closely parallel the child’s own experiences, whereby he or she has left behind the “paradise” of early childhood and is becoming more aware of good and evil…Read more →
Yesterday, the Grades children had the wonderful opportunity of experiencing a performance of dance and music by the Attack Theater and members of the Pittsburgh Symphony Orchestra. This 45 minute dance and music concert included Stravinsky’s A Soldier’s Tale . Our … Continue reading
On Wednesday, December 21st the Grades will host a Holiday Sing-Along at 11:00 am. Parents are encouraged to join in and sing with the children. Be sure to bring your singing voices and plenty of yuletide cheer!
With the winter holidays fast approaching it is the time for presents. Our early grades have been learning and practicing handwork for a few months, and so many a beautiful handmade treasure has been created. Some of these lovely handmade … Continue reading
The Grades Program is seeking musicians to help with our annual Holiday Sing-Along. If you play an instrument and would like to join us for festive revelry at 11:00 on Wednesday, December 21 in the auditorium, please email James Hare … Continue reading
St. Nicholas, also known as Nikolaos the Wonderworker, is a 4th century Christian Saint. Believed to be the inspiration for the modern Santa Claus, St. Nicholas was known for leaving gold coins in the shoes of children as a special … Continue reading
Last Thursday, October 27th, the Grades program held its annual Halloween Hoe Down. Students in grades 1-5 dressed in hoe down regalia and participated in fun folk dances such as Jolly is the Miller, Old Brass Wagon, and Here Comes … Continue reading
