Using manipulatives in math helps students make abstract concepts concrete. When students can see, touch, and move their thinking, understanding deepens, and learning sticks.
Our 5th graders went vertical today—and the learning went up with it! Using wall space to share thinking led to stronger conversations and better understanding. Love seeing students learn from each other!
2nd graders showing their math thinking using place value blocks—explaining, questioning, and learning from each other through rich conversation. #WeAreDES
We hope you had a wonderful break.
JAN. 5 we welcome our HIGH SCHOOL students back to class. It is an A Day.
Jan. 6 ECC, EL and MS students return. It is a B Day at EL & MS.
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JAN. 5 we welcome our HIGH SCHOOL students back to class. It is an A Day.
Jan. 6 ECC, EL and MS students return. It is a B Day at EL & MS.
Sync calendars at go.FZSD.us/SyncMyCalendar
Tuesday, December 16th, is Dine to Donate at Papa Johns. Don't forget to mention the school's promo code SSD when placing your order.
Don't underestimate the power of the simple whiteboard! It gives every student a voice to share their thinking, and gives the teacher a quick visual snapshot to assess understanding instantly. Engaging everyone, every time!
Why do student conversations matter? Because when students own the discussion, they own the learning. #KnightStrong
Love seeing this math collaboration! Our 5th graders worked together at the whiteboards to solve tough division problems. They are using their multiplication skills to decompose numbers and conquer complex math. Deep thinking in action!
A huge shout out to O'Fallon Christian Church for their generosity today! Gift Mart supported our families this holiday season!!
Snowman Day was so much fun for our staff! #WeAreDES
A high-five may seem small, but its impact is big. It recognizes effort, encourages learning, and builds belonging.
Sometimes, the simplest things matter most. #WeAreDES
Sometimes, the simplest things matter most. #WeAreDES
The holiday season has officially arrived at Dardenne! Our staff joined in the fun with themed spirit days throughout the week, spreading cheer, smiles, and lots of laughter.
#KnightStrong
#KnightStrong
Tuesday, Dec. 2, 2025, will be an AMI day in Fort Zumwalt School District. Students grades 6 - 12 should log in to Canvas. Students grades Pre-K - 5 should complete AMI packet No. 1. Remember, AMI Days do not have to be made up. Get all you need to know at go.FZSD.us/AMIDays.
Our kindergarten mathematicians explored shapes—counting sides, finding vertices, and discovering how fun geometry can be! #KnightStrong
Fort Zumwalt School District recommends that all age-eligible children have a developmental screening, yearly, to assess progress in all areas of growth and development, including problem-solving, communication, personal/social-emotional development, motor skills, health, vision and hearing. You can make your December appointment now for students ages 3-years to Kindergarten to help them be ready for school. https://bit.ly/4ppN4Cz
Great night at the Grow Your Own Teacher Trivia Night! #WeAreDES
Thank you to all of our families that dropped off turkeys for the No Hunger Holiday Turkey Drive! #WeAreDES
Congratulations to Mrs. Mosley for earning the November Triple E Impact Award! #KnightStrong
Our Knights are leveling up their skills as they learn how to insert images into Google Slides. #KnightStrong
At Dardenne, our teachers seize every moment to support and strengthen student understanding. #KnightStrong
