Northern Hills Elementary School

Due to the threat of severe weather, all Edmond Public Schools will move to remote learning for Monday, November 18. Students should refer to information sent by their school site for assignments that will need to be completed for attendance to be counted.

🎉 Student Spotlight: Mrs. Winkler's Class Persuasive Writing! ✍️✨ We’re so proud of the hard work and creativity from our third graders in Mrs. Winkler’s class! 🏆 Today, one of our shining stars is sharing their final draft of a persuasive writing piece. This student has worked hard to make their arguments clear, convincing, and powerful. 💡👏

🧠✨ Mrs. Winkler's class had an exciting visit to the Care Room to learn about the brain and how we can self-regulate our emotions! 🌟 The students explored how our brain works and discovered helpful strategies to stay calm and focused when faced with big feelings. They practiced deep breathing, mindfulness, and other tools to help them manage stress and stay in control. 🌈💡 A big thank you to the Care Room team for such an engaging and educational experience! 🙏 We can't wait to put our new skills into practice. #BrainScience #SelfRegulation #Mindfulness

🌟 Ms. Barnett’s class is hard at work this week, sketching their designs for their science projects! ✏️📚 They’re learning all about materials and their properties to get ready for next week when they’ll start building their towers. Can’t wait to see these creative designs come to life! 🏗️💡 #STEM #ScienceProjects #BuildingTheFuture #LearningThroughPlay #MaterialsAndProperties

Ms. Barnett is feeling so incredibly thankful for her amazing class! 💖

🌿 Celebrating Native American Heritage Month at Northern Hills 🌿 This November, we were honored to host a special presentation that celebrated the rich traditions, history, and culture of Native American communities. The event was a meaningful opportunity to learn, reflect, and appreciate the enduring contributions of Native peoples to our shared history. Thank you to everyone who participated and made this event such a success. Let's continue to honor and celebrate the diverse cultures that shape our world!

🧪✨ Mrs. Tanksley's class is diving into hands-on science! Students are exploring the strength of different materials – spaghetti, craft sticks, and foil – by measuring how much weight each can hold. 📏🔬 They’re testing and experimenting to see which material stands strong under pressure! 💪 #STEM #HandsOnLearning #YoungScientists #ClassroomExploration

🐾✨ A Day of History with Our Husky Pups! ✨🐾 On Tuesday, our 3rd grade Husky Pups took a step back in time on an exciting field trip to the Harn Homestead in OKC! 🏡🕰️ The students had the chance to explore history first-hand, stepping into the shoes of pioneers and learning about life on the homestead. From hands-on activities to fascinating stories, it was an unforgettable experience that brought history to life for our young learners! 📚🌾 #HuskyPups #FieldTripFun #HarnHomestead #LearningThroughHistory #3rdGradeAdventures

🧪✨ Science Fun in Mrs. Tanksley’s Class! ✨🧪 This week, Mrs. Tanksley’s class dove into the world of absorbency! 🧫💦 The students explored different materials to see which ones soak up the most water. From sponges to fabrics, each group tested and measured how well each material absorbed liquid, making predictions and drawing conclusions along the way! 📊🔍 It’s amazing to watch these curious minds at work as they learn the science behind materials and experiment hands-on. 🌱 #ScienceIsFun #YoungScientists #AbsorbencyExploration #STEMLearning #MrsTanksleysClass #CuriosityInTheClassroom

All schools will be CLOSED today, Monday, November 4. All activities are cancelled. Please stay weather aware.

🌟 Check out these awesome first graders honing their sorting skills! Today, they're sorting different animals by their skin covering—furry, scaly, and smooth! 🐶🐍🐢 It's amazing to see their excitement and teamwork as they explore the animal kingdom. Keep up the great work, little learners! 🦁✨ #FirstGradeFun #LearningThroughPlay #SortingSkills

Picture retakes October 30, 2024

🎃📚 It’s beginning to look a lot like storytime at the library! Every shelf holds a tale, and we’ve got some enchanting pumpkin creations by our Husky Pups! Check out the magic of stories and see their artistic flair! 🌟 Don’t miss out—we are still accepting creations until the 30th! 📖✨ #StorytimeMagic #HuskyPups #PumpkinCreativity

Red Ribbon week still going strong at The Hills! Featuring our RED OUT day where the students wore red in support of living a healthy lifestyle.

🌊✏️ This week, Mrs. Paul's 5th grade class wrapped up their unit on the Pilgrims and Puritans with a fun art activity! They followed a tutorial to draw the iconic Mayflower and then added their own colorful touches. 🎨🌈 It's amazing to see their creativity shine as they connect with history! #LearningThroughArt #PilgrimsAndPuritans #CreativeClassroom

✨🐾 Red Ribbon Week kicked off with all the glitz and glamour at Northern Hills! Our Husky Pups shone bright in their elegant attire, showcasing their style and spirit. Check out these fabulous looks! 🌟❤️ Let's keep spreading the message of healthy choices and making this week unforgettable! #RedRibbonWeek #HuskyPups #GlitzAndGlamour

🏐🎉 On Saturday, October 19, Northern Hills dominated at the UCO volleyball game and secured a fantastic win! 🎊👏 Huge congratulations to the team for their hard work and dedication! Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪💙 #NorthernHills #Victory #GoTeam

Red Ribbon Week starts 10/23/24 Here are the dress up days!

S.O.S. (Support our Schools) night S & B Burger-Tuesday 10/22

🎉 We're having a blast and learning so much at our Professional Day here at The Hills! 🌟 We kicked things off with a friendly scavenger hunt and dove into topics like effective PLCs, team planning, self-care, and supporting our school community. Plus, we shared awesome strategies we use in our classrooms! 📚✨ Check out a few pictures from our day! 📸💙 #ProfessionalDay #Teamwork #LearningTogether