Creative Arts & Sciences

Yesterday, May 11th, the second graders were treated to a taste of fresh honey during a visit from local beekeeper Birgit De Weerd, who showed the children a honeycomb, live…

Today, the Third Graders enjoyed an interactive classroom called" Native American Perspectives". Using a TIPI as the classroom, the teachers dressed in clothing of the western plains of the 1800's…

Ocean Exploration at Countryside! Today the Kindergarteners enjoyed an educational visit from Ellen Goethel, a scientist at "Explore the Ocean" in New Hampshire. She taught them about echinoderms such as…

Today(4/10) Michael LaFosse, an internationally renowned origami master, presented to each of the 4th grade classes. Throughout his presentation, Mr.LaFosse engaged the students by having them describe the geometric properties…

Today, April 10, the second grade enjoyed a memorable "Day in Ghana" presented by Joe and Vida Galeota. The presenters took the children on an imaginary day trip to Aburi,…

Today, Will Broussard from the Mount Washington Observatory visited our 5thGraders to give them an in-depth view of what it is like to observe the weather at the top of…

Today the fourth graders saw a one-woman play about Eleanor Roosevelt presented by Sheryl Faye. Faye is dedicated to presenting strong and positive role models to children. Eleanor Roosevelt is…

On Tues, March 7, the first grade classes enjoyed a Creative Arts and Sciences presentation by author Matt Tavares. He walked them through the process of writing, editing and illustrating…

Today, Wednesday November 30th, Countryside’s 2nd graders met children's book author Suzy Kline. Ms. Kline is the author of more than 40 books, most notably the Horrible Harry series. Suzy…

Friday, January 13, 2017, was a lucky day for the Fifth Graders at Countryside.  They were treated to an interactive presentation about electricity by Tom Wahle, educator, science enthusiast and…