Ms. Koziokas "does it all". She wears so many hats! She has been a big help to Lieb this year being an instructional assistant, a substitute, and sometimes even jumping into teachers' classrooms to give an extra hand! Thank you, Mrs. K for being a part of our Lieb Family.
Meet Mr. Beemsterboer (Mr. B)! He is the Coordinator for Student Services in our district. We are so thrilled that his office is at Lieb. Mr. B is a master at not only assisting with students in Special Education, but also any child that may need accommodations or modifications.
Ms. J is the most recent staff member to join our Lieb family and we are so glad that she did! In addition to helping out in the classroom, Ms. J helps out at breakfast and makes sure kids get a good start to their day.
Ms. Barrientos is a wonderful asset to Lieb School! She works hard to support students in the classroom, during lunch/recess, and (as shown here) outside in the cold. She always has a positive attitude and never complains. Great job, Ms. Barrientos!
We know that the guidelines for COVID-19 has limited parents in our building. We wanted to take a minute for you to meet our secretaries: Ms. Hamad & Ms. Wierzbicki! They are so important to the function of our school and serve as the frontline. The office is open from 8-4, M-F.
Ms. Barragan works with small groups to support them in ELA. Her calm & encouraging demeanor has blossomed huge growth in her students!
Ms. Niceforo is our school librarian. She spreads her passion for books & learning & is always willing to jump in and lend a hand.
The 5th grade students did a great job at their first band concert this month! This was a long time coming and we are so proud of their dedication, confidence, and hard work. A big thank you to Mr. Hostetler & Ms. Berger!
Our music teacher, Ms. Torrey and Kindergarten were working with scarves this week. Students learn about patterns of 3, internal pulse, expression, and coordination.
Ms. Shalabi is our permanent substitute at Lieb School and is a gift! She is flexible, professional, and a great problem-solver. She never hesitates to jump in where needed. Thank you!
Ms. Schmitz and Ms. Garoufalis do great work alone AND together! Whether it's supporting students speech and building their confidence to helping families who need more assistance, this duo is not to be stopped! This week, they were teaching how to show good manners.
Ms. Ghosein is working with her students using our new phonics curriculum, FUNdations. It's so FUN!! Ms. Ghosein can switch out one letter (ex: rap and rat) and the students tap it out to read the word. It's amazing!
Ms. Freeman and the 5th grade students are working hard this week, making edits to each other's work. Thankfully, our technology helps make this an interactive, real-world practice. Students use google suite to edit each other's work.
Ms. Grela was reviewing "unique" as a vocabulary word. Students got to draw and explain what makes them unique as an individual. Ms. Grela teaches academic and important self-love and kindness concepts. Thank you, Ms. Grela!
Ms. Reed not only teaches dribbling and coordination, but she also reminds kids about their left vs. right hand. PE covers so many important concepts while keeping kids active and healthy! Thank you, Ms. Reed!
1st grade students are working with Ms. Shehadeh on matching pictures and vocabulary that rhyme! Students sound out the word using the tapping technique in Fundations. Ask your Kindergartner or 1st grader to tap out a word to you today!
Mr. Volpe is doing close reads with students this week. Today, students were learning how to use context clues to interpret different vocabulary.
Ms. Meyer does a great job pushing into classes and pulling students for small group attention. You can see her and Ms. Devries giving "unicorn" signs with the students to show they are finished with the problem and ready to move on. Ms. Meyer is such a good sport!
Ms. Litchfield never hesitates to work with students all over the building! You will see her in the classroom, in a corner in the hallway, and even in the cafeteria. No obstacle gets in the way of our teachers being there for our students. They are awesome!
Students work hard to learn their multiplication equations with Ms. Liceaga completing an Equation Hunt Challenge! Ms. Liceaga loves working in small groups with her students to push their academics.
Major fun happening in in 4th grade Science! Mr. Kooyman's students are learning about circuits, energy, batteries, voltage, and so much more! Students are loving creating their own circuit and learning how energy travels.
