Grandparents Day was successful once again.
At Barstow, lower school students celebrate their grandparents through a special day. Even though Grandparents Day may seem like it is just for little kids, anyone can enjoy this event. Grandparents come to school during their day to see their grandchildren sing, do activities, or even just watch the students work in their classroom.
Following the signing, there were refreshments in the hallways. Students and grandparents could grab some while they walked to their classrooms. This included doughnut holes, scones, and muffins. “I loved seeing my grandkids’ classrooms, and of course this!” Cindy Stilngngley says while eating a scone. “These treats are delicious to children and grandparents!”
“I really liked hearing the finale,” Jennie Robinson, a Barstow grandparent, says. “It was nice to see my grandson sing.” Many students’ and grandparents’ favorite part of the ceremony is the performance. Preschool through twelfth grade all have a song to perform. For example, the third-grade class sang “Happy Together”. At the end, all of the students sang together. This part of the ceremony is most grandparents’ favorite part. Each class sings a different song that they have been practicing just for the event.
Once everyone had made it to their classrooms, students would collaborate on a project with their grandparents. For example, Ms. Stallings’s third grade class played a dice game. The game helped students ask their grandparents questions. Cindy Stilngnley also explains, “ I enjoyed coming to my grandkids’ classrooms and playing games.” This helps students learn how to build relationships by connecting with their grandparents. Students love showing their classrooms off, as when showcasing recent projects and work.
Overall, Grandparents Day is important for learning about our families, connecting with adults, and learning how to perform for an audience. “ I love being with my grandparents when I’m in school,” says student Silvia Bittle. Engaging and showing off work to loved ones can provide encouragement to students to keep trying hard. By doing this, we grow and learn about our family history and celebrate those who were here before us.
