Spring Has Sprung
Dear School Community,
Spring is finally here, bringing longer days, warmer weather, and plenty of exciting activities for our students! April is a busy month, filled with opportunities for both learning and fun.
We are looking forward to Field Day, a wonderful time for students to enjoy outdoor games, teamwork, and school spirit. It’s always a highlight of the year, and we can’t wait to see everyone participating with enthusiasm!
April also brings state and state testing, an important time for our students to showcase their hard work and progress. We encourage everyone to come well-rested and ready to do their best. Your support at home—ensuring students have a good night’s sleep and a healthy breakfast—goes a long way in helping them succeed.
As we move through this vibrant season, let's celebrate our students' achievements and continue fostering a positive and engaging school environment. Thank you for your ongoing support, and let’s make this a fantastic month together!
Warm regards,
Dr. Holtcamp, Principal
How Spring Got Its Name 🌸 🌱 🐣
- 🌱 The spring season gets its name from the verb "spring." It's a nod to the flowers and plants springing up, springing open, and bursting into blossom.
- 🐣 The word itself comes from the Old English word "springan," which means "to leap, burst forth, fly up; spread, grow."
- 🌸 During the 14th century, the word came to describe the spring season, the time when plants wake from their winter sleep and bloom.
- 🌅 Before that, the word "Lent" was used to describe the season: "In the past it was the main word for ‘spring.' Lent surfaced as ‘lencten,' that is, ‘lengten': the season got its name because in spring days lengthen." (full article here)
