In Pickaway's first grade, students recently completed a mini-unit on snowflakes. They listened to the nonfiction texts Snow, by Gail Gibbons, and Snowflake Bentley, by Jacqueline Briggs. In addition, they watched several videos about how snowflakes are formed and how they were first photographed. The students learned that each snowflake is unique, but they do have some commonalities. They made connections with math by learning that all snowflakes have six sides like a hexagon. Snowflakes can also be grouped together by similar patterns. The students enjoyed making a plan on how to create snowflakes with the knowledge they obtained through heir learning activities. Then they created unique snowflakes using toothpicks and marshmallows.

Logan Elm High School provides many opportunities for students to explore future careers and opportunities!

Logan Elm High School students who took the ASVAB in January received their score interpretation this week, learning about the many career opportunities available to them that align with their interests!

Several of our juniors have been meeting with Mrs. Summers, our College and Career Advisor through Pickaway WORKS, on Wednesday and Thursday mornings before school, to help them prepare for the upcoming ACT test on February 23rd at AMVETS.

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How do you address online safety with your child? Many adults are unsure of how to begin this conversation with their child and may feel ill equipped in ensuring that their child is practicing safe online behaviors while exploring the internet. As parents, we are one of the first role models who teach our children online habits and behaviors. We also have the ability to assist our child with setting healthy internet boundaries. By allowing open lines of communication, a parent can make digital issues part of ordinary, everyday conversations. For example, talking about subjects like cyberbullying, sexting and gaming will help your child in understanding potential consequences. As a parent, you know your child better than anyone else. This will help you in watching for warning signs that may need further exploration or additional support. Set aside some time to have a discussion with the student(s) in your home so they are prepared and knowledgeable about what to watch for and how to maintain safe online habits. For additional information on this topic, please explore the following website (click here) or contact the school social worker at 740-474-7538.