2nd Graders had some Halloween fun solving puzzles, unlocking locks and trying to Breakout of Igor's Lab. It was a Breakout Game called Monster Mash and I am happy to report all 2nd graders were able to Escape before the monsters returned.
The 2nd graders also spent time on Halloween parading to Clark Retirement Home. It is a tradition for our students to walk over to the retirement home and parade for the delight of the residents. Back at school we paraded for the rest of the school, and then enjoyed some treats. It was a Happy Halloween!
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