This week, Mrs. Morgan’s fourth grade class has been learning all about the endings -ed and -ing! 📚✏️
To put their learning into action, students participated in a fun, interactive scavenger hunt around the school. 🔎 Students searched for base words and practiced adding -ed and -ing to create new words with new meanings. Along the way, they also identified the spelling rule used when adding each ending.
As an extra challenge, students collected clues throughout the scavenger hunt to uncover a secret message at the end! 🕵️‍♀️✨
It was a fun way to get students moving, thinking, and applying their word-analysis skills! 💡
#BeTheReason
#BringYourAGame
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Olewnik
A hallway with students lined up, facing away from the camera, and banners with the letters E, T, and F hanging above.
A person holds a paper and pencil, writing on a clipboard, with a yellow and blue banner reading "Learn Today" behind them.
A person writes on a paper attached to a clipboard on a wall. A note reads "Look".
Child holds a clipboard with a pen, working on a recording sheet. They wear a lanyard and a red shirt.
Person writing on a clipboard with a pencil. A note is attached to the wall above.
A person writing on a clipboard against a wall with a yellow sign attached to the wall.
Two students, one writing, in a hallway with a paw print and a sign reading "Ms. Tucker" on the wall.
This week, Mrs. Morgan’s fourth grade class enjoyed reading “Louis Braille: Gift to the Blind.” As we learned about Louis Braille’s incredible contributions and the impact of the Braille system, students had the opportunity to bring their learning to life by creating their own names in Braille! It was a fun, hands-on way to connect our reading to the real world and deepen our understanding.
#BeTheReason
#BringYourAGame
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Multiple strips with colored dots in various positions on a brown surface. Dots are red, green, and yellow.
Two young students sitting at a desk in a classroom. One is wearing a blue jacket and the other a pink vest.
A student uses a pencil to complete a Braille worksheet at a desk, with headphones and another student in the background.
Child seated at a desk with a Braille worksheet, a glass of water, and a pencil.
Person in a dark blue shirt seated, working with a pink item on a desk with papers.
Two children in a classroom. One is applying glue to a paper strip, the other sits nearby.
A boy wearing a navy shirt with red and white trims is seated at a table arranging colored blocks.
Score one for science!
Today, some of our Kindergarten All-Stars kicked off their big game against the elements, diving deep into the playbook on weather and tracking tools.
For their first major play, every rookie on the roster crafted a custom windsock to read the field conditions. The team then headed out to the stadium (the playground) for some live-action testing.
At the 2:00 PM kickoff, scouts reported the conditions were "a little windy"—just enough to get the windsocks into motion! The whistle might have blown for the end of the school day, but the clock hasn’t run out yet. These little athletes can’t wait to check the stats again at their home fields later this afternoon!
#BeTheReason
#BringYourAGame
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Children stand on a path with ribbons, a grassy field and parked cars in the background.
Children in blue shirts and shorts holding colorful ribbons, walking on a pathway in front of a brick building.
Kids sit at a table, creating artwork with colorful papers and craft materials in a classroom.
A line of children in a classroom, each holding a pink tube. Shelves with books and storage boxes in background.
A group of children in blue and orange shirts holding streamers stand in a line on a sidewalk.
Two children seated around a small table in a classroom, working on crafts. Brightly colored papers and materials are on the table.
Three children seated around a round table with books and craft supplies. One child holds up a red paper.
Two children sit at a table with art supplies, including papers, scissors, and crayons. Behind them is a door with an accessible symbol and shelves with boxes and bins.
Child stands in classroom, holding red paper in both hands, surrounded by tables with supplies.
September Breakfast and Lunch Menu
The BEST way to make sure you are WINNING throughout your day is to eat healthy balanced meals.
Here is our breakfast and lunch GAME PLAN for September!
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Olewnik
A chart displaying September's menu with foods listed for each week. The background is orange with sunflowers.
Den Coin Competition Kick Off!
Dens will compete to win the top spot by earning coins.
Score coins through:
~Good deeds in your school and classroom
~Friendly behavior toward peers
~Positive teamwork and helpful actions
Every coin brings your den closer to victory. Show den spirit, support each other, and start earning today!
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Five shields with wolf emblems and text. Names include: Creators, Survivors, Peacekeepers, Patriots, Warriors. Background is white.
Three children stand together in a hallway, each wearing different colored shirts. The background includes a wall with white tiles.
Child in orange shirt and shorts stands on Timberwolves school logo on the floor. Behind the child, a wall with doors.
Three children stand on a floor with a Timberwolves logo. They wear school uniforms. The background shows a door and a mural.
Two young boys stand next to a large paperboard cutout of a lemonade glass with a straw.
Two children stand next to a colorful shelf. One holds a water bottle, the other a pink bag.
Three children in matching green t-shirts, one wearing orange, stand in a hallway. Behind them is a glass door.
A girl in an orange shirt stands next to a black bookshelf with colorful bins in a classroom.
Five children stand on a paw print, each wearing different colored shirts. Behind them is a building with glass doors.
Two boys stand by a shelf with bins in various colors. One wears a green shirt and the other a red one.
Our fourth-grade Timberwolves hit a scientific home run this week by testing gravity and air resistance in a high-stakes physics matchup! The young athletes dropped a golf ball and a ping-pong ball from the exact same height to see which challenger would claim the speed title.
Game Highlights
The Playbook: Students predicted whether the heavy golf ball or the lightweight ping-pong ball would hit the turf first.
The Action: Pairs dropped both balls simultaneously from a measured height to clock their descent speeds.
The Scoreboard: Both balls hit the ground at nearly the same time, proving gravity pulls them equally.

#BeTheReason
#BringYourAGame
about 1 month ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Several students in a classroom are standing and talking. A boy points at a monitor.
Four girls in school uniforms, two holding balls, in a classroom with a desk, trash can, and shelves.
A classroom with students seated and standing; a boy in yellow points to the side. Tables, chairs, and shelves with items.
Three young boys in a classroom with bookshelves; one points to a blue object in his hand.
A child pointing, while another child kneels and a third child sits, in a classroom with desks, cabinets, and bulletin boards.
A classroom with desks and shelves. Children crouch or stand, facing each other in pairs. One boy in yellow crouches, one in blue stands, and two in black crouch.
Five boys in a classroom. One holds up a hand. Desks, chairs, and a table with papers.
Several young students in a classroom, with one student gesturing toward a board and others seated at desks.
Three children in a classroom. One child holds out hands, another crouches, and the third reaches for a counter.
Children in a classroom. One student stands while the others are on the floor. A large board is behind them.
🏆 Fuel Up Like a Champion! 🏆
Our students know that eating healthy is the best way to stay energized, active, and on top of their game! 🥦🏃‍♂️
From slam-dunk veggies to championship-level main dishes, we are fueling our little athletes for a winning school year. Check out the menu on our school Facebook page and encourage your student to try something new.⚽🏀🏈🥎 #FuelLikeAChampion
#HealthyKids
#BeTheReason
#Bring YourAGame
about 2 months ago, Jennifer Olewnik
A young boy holds a tray with food in front of a mural. A girl stands behind him.
Four children at a desk with backpacks, lunch boxes, and various items. Brightly lit room with blue walls and a white floor.
Three children sitting at a table in a classroom, smiling and posing for a picture.
Four children at a table with a bag, cups, and plates of food in front of them.
Three young boys in blue shirts sit at a table with food and drinks, with other children in the background.
Two girls sitting at a cafeteria table with trays of food. A person in a blue shirt sits to the left, and others are in the background.
Three children in blue uniforms sit at a table with trays of food. Behind them are more students sitting at tables.
Three children, two boys and a girl, sit at a table with a tray of food, smiling.
Kids at a cafeteria table with food trays, cups, and a blue backpack. Background includes other students sitting at tables.
Two children sit at a cafeteria table. One holds a sandwich and smiles. Tray contains yogurt, crackers, and a spoon.
Our fifth grade Timberwolves turned into stadium architects this week during the Sports Science Challenge! In class, students teamed up to explore the properties of matter by engineering massive towers using only spaghetti and marshmallows.
#BeTheReason
#BringYourAGame
about 2 months ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Spaghetti Towers while Learning Properties of Matter
Spaghetti Towers while Learning Properties of Matter
Spaghetti Towers while Learning Properties of Matter
Spaghetti Towers while Learning Properties of Matter
Spaghetti Towers while Learning Properties of Matter
What a championship kickoff to the new school year!
We officially knocked this first week out of the park. Our students brought their A-game every single day, crushing their goals, huddling up to make new friends, and tackling every fresh challenge with true MVP spirit. The energy on campus was unmatched, proving that when we work as a team, there is no limit to what we can score.
#BringYourAGame
about 2 months ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Two children in a classroom setting, wearing yellow hats. One has a blue coat and the other a blue dress.
A group of children in blue and yellow shirts forms a circle, holding hands, and looking at a large screen.
Group of children in matching uniforms forming a circle on a carpet with letters, holding hands.
A young boy stands in front of a large banner featuring a cartoon wolf wearing a blue shirt and sneakers.
A group of children, in navy blue uniforms, sit on the floor in a classroom. A woman sits among them.
Young girl stands in a school hallway, holding a large cardboard sign that says "1st Day of School."
A young girl poses in front of a large backdrop with a cartoon fox and a balloon arch.
A young girl holds a sign that reads "FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL" in front of a classroom wall with a colorful "HAPPY" display.
A smiling child holds a sign with the words "FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL". Behind them is a colorful bulletin board with letters spelling "HAPPY POLC".
Two women smiling in a room with tiles and cards on the wall. One wears a yellow shirt, the other a pink one with colorful designs.
Celebrating 25 or more years in the classroom is a massive milestone.
These veteran educators are the absolute MVPs of our school community, bringing unmatched dedication and skill to the team every single day.

Today We Are Honoring Our Education All-Stars!
They are Hall of Famers. Veterans who have spent decades coaching students toward success.
They have a Championship Legacy. We are celebrating the endless lives changed by these dedicated team captains.
They are Ultimate Teammates. We are appreciating the mentorship and steady leadership they bring to our staff roster.

Taylor-White A-Game: Every Day, Every Way
2 months ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Taylor-White Education All-Stars
Ms. Fields - 27 Years
Ms. Kubik- 25 Years
Ms. McKellar- 26 Years
Ms. Meeks- 34 Years
Ms. Michelle- 25 Years
Ms. Peek- 26 Years
Ms. T. Vaughn- 28 Years
Ms. R. Vaughn- 27 Years
Ms. Williams- 25 Years
Learning Launch 2026 :
"Coming together is a beginning; keeping together is progress; working together is success." – Edward Everett Hale

Teachers spent several days this week working together to unpack standards, plan for the new year, write learning intentions and success criteria for their subjects, and build lasting relationships with each other. What an amazing way to start off a great school year!

Taylor-White is bringing their A-Game: Every Day, Every Way!
2 months ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Learning Launch 2026 : Teachers Collaborating to Ensure Student Success
Supply Lists
Thank you so much for helping us make sure your children are prepared to accomplish great things this year!
2 months ago, Jennifer Olewnik
Taylor-White Elementary Supply List for Grade 3
Taylor-White Elementary Supply List for Grade 2
Taylor-White Elementary Supply List for Grade 1
Taylor-White Elementary Supply List for Grade K
Taylor-White Elementary Supply List for Grade 5
Taylor-White Elementary Supply List for Grade 4