Tag: Classroom Updates

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First Graders Explore Science Through Stations

Both first grade classes are wrapping up their unit on matter, sound, and light with two days of hands-on science stations. Students put their learning into practice as they measured with different tools, used their five senses, listened for pitch, explored shadows, and discovered more along the way. These engaging activities gave our young scientists […]

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8th Graders Prepare for Grandparents Day

With Grandparents Day just around the corner, Epiphany’s 8th graders rolled up their sleeves today to help get the school ready for tomorrow’s celebration. Students decorated the hallways, adding a festive touch to welcome grandparents onto campus, and pitched in to organize craft supplies for the day’s activities. It was a great example of our […]

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Kindergarten Explores Responsibility Through Story and Craft

Kindergarten students dove into a great read this week with Ryan T. Higgins’ book, We Don’t Lose Our Pet Goldfish. The story sparked a meaningful class discussion about responsibility — what it means to take care of something (or someone!) and why it matters. After talking through the lessons from the book, students got creative and […]

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Kindergarten Begins Poetry Tea Time

Kindergarten students began Poetry Tea Time today, a special weekly gathering that brings learning and hospitality together. Using real china teacups and cloth napkins, students practice table manners and pouring skills while building confidence in trying new things. Each tea time also introduces the class’s weekly poem, creating a memorable moment for listening, learning, and […]

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Building Strong Writers Across Every Grade

On Monday, September 21, Epiphany Lutheran Church & School English Language Arts teachers set aside dedicated time for vertical alignment work. Working collaboratively across grade levels, the team focused on helping students build naturally from foundational writing skills to more complex and sophisticated techniques each year. This shared planning helps create a clear, encouraging path […]

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First Graders Celebrate with a Sweet Friday Treat

Our first graders celebrated the end of the week with a sweet treat at an ice cream party! This joyful gathering was made possible by the Neang Family, the winning bidders for a class ice cream party at last year’s End-of-Year PTO Auction. SJ and his classmates had a wonderful time sharing their frozen treats […]

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First Grade Learns the Power of Teamwork

First grade students are discovering that teamwork helps everyone accomplish more. Working together, they created and solved poster puzzles that celebrate the value of cooperation. These colorful puzzles will hang in the classroom as a daily reminder that when we encourage one another and work as a team, great things can happen.

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First Grade Lets the Light Shine

First Grade explored the science of light today! Students observed how light reflects off objects and helps us see the world around us. Using flashlights, they worked together to reveal mystery images. It was a fun, hands-on way to learn, wonder, and let their curiosity shine.

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8th Graders Step Back in Time as Colonial Americans

8th grade U.S. History students recently brought the English colonies to life through an immersive role-playing activity. As part of their unit on colonial America, students were transformed into colonists for the day — each assigned a job, a political affiliation, and a specific colony to call home. Students got to choose their own colonial […]

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Epiphany Middle School Musicians Join the CLHS Pep Band

On Friday, September 11, 2026, Epiphany middle school band students Koi and Rylee joined fellow Lutheran middle school musicians and the Concordia Lutheran High School pep band for the CLHS home varsity football game. With guidance from Epiphany Band Director Mrs. Kellie Hill, Koi and Rylee became part of the combined band’s brass section, bringing […]