One of our students shared a glimpse of the project she is working on where she is growing bacteria from different swabs around the school. She also has a microscope so you can see the bacteria close up. So neat!
Students investigated the science of sound today in Mrs. K's class! They learned that sound is a mechanical wave that requires a medium to be conducted. They used paper cups and string to represent this. They discovered that the string was the medium for conducting sound through vibrations and had fun experimenting with other classmates!!
The Swans class had fun meeting a student's mule and donkey today named Hank and Willy! It was part of a project called "Project: Me!" where students could tell anything about themselves and their life and present it to the class! As part of one of our Swan student's presentation, students were able to learn about the animals and to ask all sorts of questions. They enjoyed petting the animals and some were able to feed them apples. What an awesome project!
Advisor Jake went to a football scrimmage to watch some of our students! They are all playing on the 7th grade team for the LSH Giants.
Aadin Miller-Maxfield #26 Safety and Wide Receiver
Westin Nytes #52 Tight End and Linebacker
Rhylli Swenson #74 Nose Tackle and Left and Right Guard
William Husfelt #16 Wide Receiver and Cornerback
Reminder that the All School Picnic is tomorrow, Friday 9/16, 5:00-7:00pm at Bender Park - If the weather is bad we will move it inside the High School.
We will be doing prize drawings and Nuts and Bolts will be selling some merchandise which includes Plush Frogs, Yearly Planners, and Car Decals.
All proceeds go to benefit MNCS students!
Reminder: Henderson Food Share is this Thursday, Sept 15 at 4:00pm
In preparation for the BWCA trip we paddled the beautiful Minnesota River. It was very muddy, and a little cold and rainy, but we all had a great time. We were honored to be able to meet up with legendary BWCA author and wilderness / canoeing guide Cliff Jacobson!!
Experience Friday - Brain Science!
Students explored the grey matter between our ears and learned about the anatomy and practices to improve our brain health. They also made their own fidget/sensory objects.
Experience Friday - Vision Boards!
The students enjoyed learning how to create their own vision boards to bring what they are thinking to reality which can help with setting project goals for the school year.
Experience Friday - Dungeons and Dragons 101!
The students had a blast creating their characters and learning how to play this well known adventure game!
Presentation Time... students enjoyed presenting their Timeline Projects to the class!
Students in the Woodland Critters class have been working on their Timeline Projects reflecting on past and present moments. They enjoyed sharing some photos with other classmates and talking about memories! It is a great way for students to learn the passage of time reflected through life events and fun to see all the photos and hear the stories behind them!
Students in the Frogs and Critters classroom colorfully painted with apples today and learned how an apple got it's star, based on the traditional Waldorf Apple Story. Mrs. K read them the story and showed that when you cut open an apple, you will find a star deep inside. Students were thrilled to see the hidden surprise and stamp their own apple star masterpiece!
My name is Lisa Dudley. I am married to my husband Jason and we have two adorable dogs named Mimi and Lucy. I have been in education for 17 years and love that everyday is a new challenge. I love to bake, cook, read, and spend time with my family and friends. I also love to try new things and it is my goal to visit and photograph every state park in Minnesota. I am very excited to be joining the MNCS team and can't wait to see the exciting things that happen this school year!
Welcome to MNCS Lisa!
First week of school means first day of Chess Club! Chess club is held every Thursday at 2pm.
Life Lessons- Exploring Pasta-bilities!
The older MNCS Elementary students enjoyed learning how to make fresh homemade pasta from scratch today for Genius Hour! Students did everything from cracking the eggs, kneading the dough, forming the different pasta shapes, and the best part will be taste-testing! Making pasta is a good way to show students the science behind food in a fun and delicious way!!
On August 19th, MNCS had the great honor of hosting a delegation from Nagoya, Japan. Mr. Tsubota Tomohiro, Mr. Kukita Takahiro, Mr. Miyajima Kenichi and Mr. Iwamoto Ayumi came to learn about Project Based Learning, student support systems and other innovative practices in place at our school.
My name is Lauren Chapman, and this is my 4th year as a school counselor! I enjoy crafting, art, hiking, and watching humor/action/sci-fi/fantasy. I am married to my husband, Ben, and we have a cat (Vida) and a dog (Rosie). I am very excited to continue meeting the MNCS family and making some wonderful new memories!
Welcome to MNCS Lauren!
MNCS All School Picnic
Friday 9/16/22
5-7pm
@Bender Park
My name is Tania Waetjen. I am married to my husband Butch and we have a 10 year old son, Tyler. We also have a naughty cat named Mick! I grew up In Norwood-Young America and now live in Belle Plaine. I enjoy reading, gardening and playing in the woods. I am excited to be a part of such a wonderful team!
Welcome to MNCS Tania!!
