Elective class creates beautiful and functional works of art
During the Nature’s Creations elective taught by volunteer Julie Aiello, students designed and crafted their own individual small occasional table. The purpose of the elective was to expose students to the variety in nature and to provide a unique craft experience.
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Linkers go for the gold!
In the spirit of friendly competition, Linkers strove to prove their academic prowess and aptitude as they contended “for the gold” in Link’s second annual Academic Olympics earlier this month. Working in eight teams which crossed grade levels, students prepared for the “games,” which covered the core areas of study – math, science, English, and history. read more
Science in the sun!
Nine Link students are learning about sustainability and marine biology/ecology at The Island School in Cape Eleuthera, The Bahamas this week. Additionally they are engaging in expeditionary learning – snorkeling, kayaking, and beach camping. read more
From Farm to Table
In an 8-week organic garden elective class, a group of Link students learned gardening techniques and explored how food grows. Instructed by volunteers Julie Aiello and Wanda Knapik (Farm the Earth) students connected with nature. They planted seeds and seedlings in raised bed boxes in the school’s courtyard, watched them develop into mature plants, and ultimately harvested the food to taste and take home.
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