Taylor's 5th Grade History Fair

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Students in 5th grade have been studying the history of the United States, as well as informational writing.  Each student completed a research project on an infuential person in American History.  Students presented their information during the annual "Fifth Grade History Fair".  Each fifth-grader completed a research paper, an informational poster, an artifact and presented their finding in a well developed speech for the parents and students of Taylor.  The highlight of the event was seeing the students portraying their historical figure in costume!  

Taylor Traditions at Christmas

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Taylor school's parents are pretty special. During the month of December several classes have invited parents to visit and share special family traditions that are done during the holiday season. This is always a fun time for students to share some of the special things they do in their own homes with each other. Parents have talked about how to make homemade candies, read favorite Christmas stories to students, made gingerbread houses and even shared favorite Christmas drinks! Thank you parents for being so supportive of our school and sharing your family's traditions with us!

Mt. Nebo Jr. High Choir Performs at Taylor!

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Taylor students were delighted to hear a Christmas Choir Concert performed by legendary choir teacher, Mr. Russ Sumens from Mt. Nebo Jr. High.  Students from 4 different choirs entertained Taylor tigers by singing Christmas songs such as "Feliz Navidad", "Rudolph the Red Nosed Reindeer and "Little Drummer Boy".   They also sang some silly songs such as "Grandma's Killer Fruit Cake"  and and a confusing "12 Days of Christmas".  The choir ended their concert by singing a special dedicated song to Kindergarten teacher, Mrs.

Taylor 6th Grade Orchestra Christmas Concert

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Taylor's sixth-grade orchestra students delighted the school with their first parent program. Under the direction of Mrs. Drager, this is Taylor Elementary's largest student orchestra group that is open to sixth-grade students. Students that are involved meet before school starts and are expected to practice each night at home. The school was amazed to hear the talented musicians play traditional favorites as well as a few Christmas songs. Several students were even given the chance to debut as soloists. What a fun musical treat for Taylor School!