Middle Schoolers Mentor 4th Grade
On Monday, May 16, 2016, the sixth-grade Class of 2022 gathered on campus with the fourth-grade Class of 2024 to share a picnic and some wisdom with the rising Middle Schoolers. The picnic was divided into stations of sixth-grade advisory groups, and each fourth-grade student was paired with two sixth-grade buddies for advice and insight on the transition from Lower School to Middle School. After sharing lunch, they completed various team-building exercises, including constructing giant sculptures from newspaper and packing tape.
The event idea began when the sixth grade advisory representatives challenged their students to come up with an on-campus project in service to the community. Once they decided to focus on an event with the rising fifth graders, the boys started planning. They determined the schedule and how the activities were organized with the goal of providing a fun and meaningful afternoon.
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The event idea began when the sixth grade advisory representatives challenged their students to come up with an on-campus project in service to the community. Once they decided to focus on an event with the rising fifth graders, the boys started planning. They determined the schedule and how the activities were organized with the goal of providing a fun and meaningful afternoon.
"I think this picnic provides a great deal of fun for the boys and could become a tradition at the School,” said sixth grade Humanities teacher and Class Sponsor Rebecca Jenkins.
Middle School is often seen as one of the biggest transitions for Marksmen. They are awarded much more freedom, collaboration with the Upper Schoolers, and exposure to more class options. As they transition into Middle School, it is helpful for them to have an understanding of their exciting new environment.
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Fourth and sixth graders complete a team-building exercise.
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St. Mark’s School of Texas
10600 Preston Road
Dallas, Texas 75230
214-346-8000
Dallas, Texas 75230
214-346-8000
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St. Mark’s School of Texas is a private, nonsectarian college-preparatory boys’ day school for students in grades 1 through 12, located in Dallas, Texas. St. Mark’s aims to prepare young men to assume leadership and responsibility in a competitive and changing world.
St. Mark’s does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
St. Mark’s does not discriminate in the administration of its admission and education policies on the basis of race, color, religion, sexual orientation, or national or ethnic origin.
