Dec 28, 2024 | innovative curriculum, Baker Buzz, News, Project Based Learning, Blog, Arts
In our dance studio, under the guidance of professional dancer, Ms. Mary Dow, students embark on a creative journey that goes far beyond memorizing steps. This year’s highlight, “You Are My Sunshine,” exemplifies our unique approach to movement education. Studies by the National Dance Education Organization have shown that dance education improves cognitive development, particularly in areas of spatial awareness and non-verbal reasoning – skills crucial for success in STEM fields.
Dec 17, 2024 | Third Grade, News, First Grade, Second Grade, Primary
Last week, the Baker Primary Team embarked on a powerful learning journey. First through third-grade students engaged in an exploration of empathy, confronting challenging real-world issues, like people experiencing homelessness and the harsh realities of winter for those without shelter.
Dec 10, 2024 | News, Baker Bots, Baker Buzz, STEM
The Baker Bots Compete in the FIRST Lego League Illinois Qualifier: Advance to Sectionals! Coaches Awarded Mentor Award The 2024-25 Baker Bots competed in the FIRST Lego League Illinois qualifier this past weekend and will be advancing to the sectionals....Dec 9, 2024 | News, 8th Grade, Blog
Life Skills and Confidence At Baker, swimming is more than just a physical education activity—it’s a fundamental life skill that we begin nurturing as early as Pre-K. Our beloved pool is a cornerstone of our commitment to comprehensive student development,...Dec 9, 2024 | News, 4th & 5th Grade, Project Based Learning, Science, Blog
This field trip was a wonderful example of utilizing the vast resources we have in our surrounding community to take learning beyond the classroom and extend our inquiry based curriculum to another level.
