DISTRICT NEWS

Written by: Clayton S., Ian A., Franco B., Teddy B., and Hayden W. Did you know that we have a pond behind Horizon? Sadly, instead of enjoying it, some people are throwing rocks at the animals and putting trash in the water. This can harm the pond and everything living in it. Our first reason for keeping the pond clean is that it is part of nature. Nature is already being damaged in many places, so we need to do our part to protect it. For example, you can help by not throwin

Written by Logan D., Austin G., and Sterling K. Is indoor or outdoor recess better? That is a big question for many 5th graders! We surveyed 154 students to find out what they think, and the results were very close. Survey Results Outdoor recess was the winner with 82 votes (53.2%). Indoor recess was close behind with 72 votes (46.8%). Even though outdoor recess won, many students shared strong reasons for liking both options. Why Students Like Indoor Recess Some students pre

What they are and how to make your own Written by Cadeon W. A lava lamp is a glass container filled with colorful liquid and wax that moves up and down as it heats, resembling flowing lava. Lava lamps were invented in 1963 by Edwin Craven Walker. People like lava lamps because they are bright, slow-moving, and relaxing to watch, and they can even help you feel calm. Did you know you can create your own lava lamp at home? It’s a fun and simple science experiment! Materials: A

How learning helps you shine now and in the future By Madison T. and Aarohi P. Lights on. Curtain up. It’s showtime! Believe it or not, school is like a stage where you practice the skills you need for the future. Every subject helps you get ready for your big performance in life. Here are just a few of the many learning opportunities and experiences for students. Building Social Skills At school, you learn how to talk, listen, and work with others. These skills help you

A look at what it takes to make the show happen Written by Maevyn M., Hadley P., Soronorah T., Tyler J., and Hayden W. Have you ever wondered what happens behind the scenes of the 5th Grade talent show? Each year, Horizon’s talent show gives 5th graders a chance to share their talents and celebrate their final year of elementary school. From singing and dancing to jokes and instruments, the show features exciting performances. But it takes a lot of hard work from teachers to