4th graders are learning about the 5 senses in order to learn how elephants can sense rainstorms more than 100 miles away.
about 5 hours ago, Jessica Jeffery
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Mrs. Lawson, TES Art teacher, is happy to announce that fifth grader Ava Kirby will have her artwork on display during Youth Art Month. The Youth Art Month exhibition is at the Alice Sabatini Gallery in the Topeka Shawnee County Public Library. The exhibition runs from February 24th - March 28th. Ava's artwork is also entered into the BLICK Youth Art Month Art Competition. Please consider checking out the Youth Art Month exhibition. There is a People's Choice Award that you take part in while at the exhibit. The last day to vote in the People's Choice Awards is March 21st. Congratulations Ava Kirby for having her still life on display.
#YouthArtMonth, #KAEA
about 21 hours ago, Amy Lawson, TES
still life of pears and other fruit in greens, yellows and red. The drawing is done with chalk and oil pastels.
2nd grade students in Ms. Styes' BSP group practice oral reading fluency.
2 days ago, Kris Styes
2nd grade students practice oral reading fluency during BSP  time.
2nd grade students practice oral reading fluency during BSP  time.
2nd grade students practice oral reading fluency during BSP  time.
2nd grade students practice oral reading fluency during BSP  time.
Braves helping Braves! Mrs. Spencer's kindergarten students love when their 5th grade helper practices tricky words and reads with them.
3 days ago, Kelcie Spencer
Student helping a younger student
Kindergarten Pre-Enrollment is NOW OPEN! 🎒✨ Get your future Brave ready for big adventures, new friends, and exciting learning ahead. We can’t wait to welcome our newest students!

Register here 👉 https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSep8EEeh9N0uqz4p2ht1YBLLFR23A1qJavbUJehlVwvMyBbgg/viewform
7 days ago, Matthew Bowers
kindergarten enrollment

Mrs. Jeffery’s 4th graders celebrated Valentine’s Day the best way ❤️ Games, laughter, and plenty of fun — another great day to be a Brave!

12 days ago, Matthew Bowers
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🔐📚 Reading just leveled up! Students in Mrs. Maize & Mrs. Euler’s 5th grade classes tackled a reading escape room this morning — solving clues, cracking codes, and racing the clock. Literacy + teamwork + FUN = a winning combination! 🧠✨
13 days ago, Matthew Bowers
5th grade students reading escape room
5th grade students reading escape room
5th grade students reading escape room
5th grade students reading escape room
5th grade students reading escape room

Kindness in action! Miss Shea’s 4th graders spread some joy by reading with Mrs. Brice’s kindergarten class — and the smiles say it all. Big kids + little readers = the perfect combo!

14 days ago, Jodie Brice
Miss Shea's 4th graders while trying to complete some acts of Kindness asked to read to Mrs. Brice's Kindergarten class. A good time was had by all.
Energy was HIGH when our former Braves — now FCCLA leaders at TMS — visited Mrs. Olsen’s class! 🔥 They shared powerful messages about mental health, making smart choices, and positive leadership. Students inspiring students is what it’s all about!
14 days ago, Matthew Bowers
TMS FCCLA members visiting Mrs. Olsen's class
TMS FCCLA members visiting Mrs. Olsen's class
TMS FCCLA members visiting Mrs. Olsen's class
TMS FCCLA members visiting Mrs. Olsen's class

Big congratulations to Mrs. Jeffery! She was honored as a recipient of the Mollie Mitchell Tickets for Teachers Award this past Saturday, with lunch and a KU win! We’re so proud to see our amazing teachers recognized—thank you for all you do for our students, Mrs. Jeffery!

15 days ago, Matthew Bowers
Mrs. Jeffery at KU game
Mrs. Jeffery at KU game
Mrs. Jeffery at KU game
Mrs. Jeffery at KU game
Cupid called… and STUCO answered! 💘 Next week our STUCO crew is turning up the Valentine’s fun with their annual fundraiser — bringing Tootsie Pops 🍭, awesome stickers ✨, and ALL the sweet vibes to the hallways!
18 days ago, Matthew Bowers
Valentine's Fundraiser
🎉🏈 Mrs. Missy’s class is getting football ready! 🏈🎉 Today we kicked off Super Bowl Sunday celebrations with our own version of football fries! 🍟✨ The kiddos loved tossing, stacking, and decorating their “plays” before enjoying their tasty creations — all while learning about teamwork and excitement for the big game!
21 days ago, Matthew Bowers
Mrs. Missy's class making football fries
Mrs. Missy's class making football fries
Mrs. Missy's class making football fries
Mrs. Missy's class making football fries
Mrs. Missy's class making football fries
Mrs. Missy's class making football fries
Mrs. Brice's Kindergarten class had fun celebrating the 100th day of school! From making fruit loop necklaces with 100 fruit loops, to cup stacking with 100 cups, a fun day was had by all.
21 days ago, Jodie Brice
Mrs. Brice's Kindergarten class celebrating the 100th day of school!
Mrs. Brice's Kindergarten class celebrating the 100th day of school!
Students in Mrs. D's Kindergarten class are celebrating being 100 days smarter!
22 days ago, Madelyn Lewis DeKeyser
Individuals dressed up in different areas of school acting like they are 100 years old.
We loved seeing double the spirit today during the Great Kindness Challenge! 👯‍♀️❤️ We had to do a double take all day long—and loved every second of it.
Tomorrow’s theme: “Dream of a Kinder World” — PJ Day! 😴✨
26 days ago, Matthew Bowers
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
TES Twin Day
So proud to celebrate our very own Michelle Smith! 🎉👏
Congratulations on being named the Tonganoxie VFW and VFW District 1 Elementary Teacher of the Year! Thank you for your dedication, heart, and the positive impact you make on our students every day. 🍎
27 days ago, Matthew Bowers
Michelle Smith VFW Award
Michelle Smith VFW Award
Michelle Smith VFW Award
Huge shoutout to our January Students of the Month! 🌟👏
These students shine through their kindness, effort, and leadership each day. We’re so proud of you—keep being amazing! ❤️🎉
27 days ago, Matthew Bowers
SOTM K2
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So much superhero spirit today! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️ Our halls were full of capes, masks, and BIG hearts during the Great Kindness Challenge. 💥💙
Tomorrow: Double the Kindness—dress like a friend and spread twice the joy! 👯‍♂️✨
27 days ago, Matthew Bowers
TES Super Hero Day
TES Super Hero Day
TES Super Hero Day
TES Super Hero Day
Yeehaw! 🤠💛 We loved seeing all the cowboy and cowgirl spirit today for the Great Kindness Challenge—so much kindness, Western-style! 🌵✨
Tomorrow we trade boots for capes… it’s Superhero Day! 🦸‍♀️🦸‍♂️
28 days ago, Matthew Bowers
Western Wear Spirit Day
Western Wear Spirit Day
Western Wear Spirit Day
Western Wear Spirit Day
Western Wear Spirit Day
Western Wear Spirit Day
Western Wear Spirit Day

In Mrs. Dombeck's art room the Kindergartener explore studios at an expert level. Choosing their studio, gathering materials and creating with others!!
Great job Mrs. Reynold's class!
Next up will be our clay challenges!

28 days ago, Matthew Bowers
drawing using stencils and free hand
building with magnatiles
building with various materials
painting together