O.B. students participated in Abilities Awareness week. The week was planned by a committee of teachers who designed lesson plans that focused on different learning needs, ability awareness, and empathy.
Special visitors came with Noah and Tabby, the comfort dogs, specially trained to work with individuals who may be going through a difficult time in their life. Students learned the difference between a comfort (therapy) dog and a service dog.
Students paired up with other first grade classes and learned about fears and phobias with Mrs. Arnold, Down's Syndrome with Senor Martin, and sensory needs with Ms. Wilfhoft.
The week culminated in a Field Day focused on ability awareness and empathy. Students participated in Field Day with their O.B. school family. This family consists of students from Kindergarten through 4th grade and an O.B. staff member. Coach Jander and Coach Prange planned the field day activities. The activities were led by many "actual" O.B. parents. 😀 The kids really enjoyed the time with their O.B. family.
Thank you to the coaches and all the parent volunteers!
Thank you to the coaches and all the parent volunteers!
It was a jam packed fun-filled week of learning!
