Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

On a warm spring day a few weeks ago, the Panama City Renaissance School Enrichment (after school) Program students learned about gardening. The kids had a great time digging, planting, and watering. What a beautiful addition to the front of the school. Now everyone that drives down Baker Court can see the vibrant colors of pansies. Thank you Mrs. Estes and Ms. Harwood for coordinating this wonderful project.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

Science was part of the preschool Spanish class last week. The kids mixed vinegar and water and then added baking soda very slowly. It bubbled. When the bubbles settled they added a little more baking soda. Finally they added some fruit, vegetables and bits of spaghetti. These items sank to the bottom, then rose to the top, then sank to the bottom again. It was an acid-base reaction that produced carbon dioxide. The carbon dioxide attached to the objects and pushed them to the surface, releasing the carbon dioxide to the air, which allow the objects to sink again. What fun!

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

What a fun day! On Friday, the preschool, kindergarten and first grade students participated in egg hunts. The kids loved collecting the brightly colored eggs and opening them to see what was inside. For the spectators, it was wonderful to watch the the array of colors as the students ran past with their colored baskets. Then it is was a treat to watch the older students race while they tried to balanced eggs on spoons.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

On Monday, the Spanish classes helped the Panama City Renaissance School ring in spring with singing, dancing and an art show. The younger children had a great time looking at (and touching) the art pieces the older children had created. The masks and wreaths were some of the students’ favorites. And everyone loved the Spanish song about the mouse in the house and the special presentation the preschool children made. In addition to all the fun, it was a great opportunity for the students to practice making public presentations in Spanish.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

On Wednesday, preschool and elementary school students from the Panama City Renaissance School attended the National Tours version of Annie.  The fast paced musical was a hit with the kids and parent chaperones. The PCRS wants to give National Tours a special thank you for providing reduced price tickets for the school.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

On Monday, the Panama City Renaissance School students celebrated Lantern Festival. Lantern Festival is a Chinese holiday celebrated on the fifteenth day of the first month of the Chinese calendar. During this festival, children go out at night carrying paper lanterns. This holiday officially ends the Chinese New Year celebrations. As part of the Panama City Renaissance School festivities, the students made colorful, paper lanterns.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

On the Friday before Valentine’s Day, the school was filled with hearts and Valentine’s Day regalia. The kids colored pictures, decorated hearts, exchanged cards and gifts, hung hearts on their cubbies and had in-class parties.  It seemed like the school was covered in pink, red and white.  The students had a great time celebrating this holiday with their friends and teachers.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

On Presidents Day the Panama City Renaissance School (PCRS) honored the nation’s Presidents with classroom activities. As part of the curriculum, the first grade PCRS students learn all the Presidents. As a result, this was a great day for them to show what they had learned. In the preschool and kindergarten classes, the students colored pictures of the Presidents, made Lincoln penny puppets and flags. The older students discussed Presidents Day in their history classes.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

Preschool • Elementary School • Middle School

Math • Visual Arts • Science • English • Physical Education • Mandarin Chinese • History • Spanish • Community Service • Geography • Performing Arts

Don’t miss the Panama City Renaissance School Open House on Tuesday, February 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and the Explore the School Day on Thursday, February 4 from 9:00 am to noon. Come learn about the nationally recognized program; fun, nurturing learning environment; top curricula; outstanding teachers; daily Mandarin Chinese and Spanish instruction; small classes and physical education, arts and community service activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to participate in classes, tour the campus, ask questions and visit with parents, teachers and administrative staff. For more information call 215-8712.

Outside the Box – Juliann Talkington

Preschool • Elementary School • Middle School
The Panama City Renaissance School is hosting an Open House on Tuesday, February 2 from 5:00 to 7:00 pm and an Explore the School Day on Thursday, February 4 from 9:00 am to noon. Come learn about the nationally recognized program; fun, nurturing learning environment; top curricula; outstanding teachers; daily foreign language instruction and physical education, arts and community service activities. Don’t miss this opportunity to tour the campus, participate in classes, ask questions and visit with parents, teachers and administrative staff. For more information call 215-8712.