Cursive Signatures using Quill and inkwell

Students had an opportunity to practice writing their signatures using a quill pen and ink. The delegates used similar writing utensils when they signed the Declaration of Independence . 

It took patience, practice, and lots of inky blubs until we were confident in our handwriting. 

Candle Making

While the students made candles using twenty-first century tools and materials, they learned the value of light for families during the Colonial Era. Living on the frontier required homesteads to use tallow, or animal fat, or beeswax dipping the wick until a solid candle was formed. This process took hours before the family had enough for the month. Wealthy homes would purchase the premade candle from a local chandler. 

This process was not easy as it required us to be patient in making sure the melted wax was at a specific temperature before it would adhere to the wick. Perseverance was key!

Wampum Weaving

The importance of wampum in Native culture

Wampum, small beads made from shells (especially the quahog clam and whelk shells), held great cultural, spiritual, and economic significance for Native American tribes in the northeastern parts of North America.  Students learn how to design and weave using pony beads. 

Inter-curricular math concepts such as tessellation and symmetry were included as students made their own designs promoting peace, pride, and friendship. 

LCTI

Student visit our local technical school.

The multimillion dollar labs draw attention as students tour the different opportunities available - from welding to veterinarian studies.

Veterans Day

Cadet Peters from the Steel Battalion Visits

Students learned the importance of recognizing our veterans and active service members. Cadet Peters also spoke about the benefits of serving. 

After trying on some of gear, we made our way outside and placed U.S. flags along the entryway to remind our veterans that we are thankful for their service.