On May 5, 2016, we had the opportunity to share our growth with our visitors – Dr. Miyashiro, our Superintendent, and School Board member, Jo Alegria.  Our visitors observed students from TK to 5th grade using Chromebooks to access teacher created materials published via Google Classroom and Blendspace. Jo Alegria experienced the Star Lab brought on campus by Mrs. Spohn. Mrs. Spohn’s students were connecting their research about Greek myths to the constellations and the night sky.  Our librarian, Debra Davis, supported teachers by teaching research skills during library time.  Mrs. Davis taught students how to cite sources, determine website credibility, use the library system, and checkout multi-user ebook titles, which are digital books every student can read at the same time. Our counselor, Mrs. Clinger, taught classroom lessons about respect, empathy, and study skills.  Mrs. Clinger also supports our recess Peace Keepers, who provide positive behavior reinforcement to students at recess and lunch.  Our morning Crest TV broadcast, run by 4th and 5th graders, highlight weekly events and recognitions. Students in all grades volunteer for an anchor position to announce lunch for the day.  We are all very excited about the positive changes happening at Crest Elementary.