The second graders are completing an insect research project. They are working very hard and are looking forward to having 48 newly published insect books to read!

The third graders were very excited to learn about the different types of communities last fall. They even had the opportunity to cheer on the DePaul Blue Demons in a soccer match in an urban environment. We also traveled to the Botanic Gardens where we explored plant life and did hands-on experiments. They loved dissecting all the different parts of a flower! After a trip to the Adler Planetarium, students started working on a planet research project. After many days of research and hard work, they wrote their final papers, made posters, and presented to the class. Everyone learned so much and did an excellent job presenting!

Fourth graders enjoy the Cubs' dugout.

The fourth grade recently completed their second round of country reports. Every fourth grader participates in the group project throughout the course of the year. Students pick a country from around the world and present on its culture and history. The students are also working on artist biographies where they research prominent artists and present on their findings. The year will finish up with two field trips to the Morton Arboretum Nature Center and a tour of Wrigley Field.

Fifth grade attended the last all school Mass with their Pre-K "Mass buddies." We also spent an afternoon shadowing the sixth grade to help prepare for the transition to middle school. We celebrated the end of a great year with a field trip to Navy Pier. We took the SeaDog architecture cruise and learned fascinating facts about some of the great architecture in Chicago.

The sixth graders just experienced a fun-filled trip to Medieval Times! After seeing an action-packed show, the students took a tour through a daunting dungeon. Each student left with a little more insight and knowledge from the time period, as well as many souvenirs! Now, the sixth graders are wrapping up the year with several projects and papers. We are looking forward to the end of the year celebration at Oz Park and a special treat from Milk&More. We are so proud of the sixth grader's success and completion of their first year of middle school!

The seventh graders hosted the Graduation Breakfast for the Class of 2013, and all the time and hard work they put in paid off. The eighth graders were pleased with the celebration that included elaborate decorations, great breakfast food, entertainment, awards, and a Breakfast Book with letters from the eighth graders' parents, all the teachers, and all the classes. Now, the seventh grade is looking forward to a simple day of fun at Lincoln Park Zoo to finish off the year on a positive note!

The eighth graders wrapped up their academic work with a series of final papers projects, and exams. They enjoyed celebrating all of their hard work with a week in Washington, D.C., where they had a chance to spend time together and enjoy our nation's capital. It was a whirlwind, but wonderful experience, followed by an exciting week of graduation festivities! The students spent some time reflecting at the graduation retreat and sharing memories and accomplishments at the graduation honors assembly. The seventh graders hosted a lovely breakfast in honor of the graduates, and their graduation week culminated with the graduation ceremony on Friday, May 31. Congratulations, Class of 2013!