On October 31, 2006, first grade students from Mrs. Abt’s, Mrs. Byrne’s and Ms Yegidis’ classes visited the residents of Southwinds Retirement Home. It was an exciting day for not only for the residents, but for the students as well. The children served the residents treats and entertained them with a poem and three songs. All who were present couldn’t help but smile. It was a joy to watch.

The first graders students also learned to formally introduce themselves to the seniors. Throughout the room you could hear children saying,”Hi my name is ____.” “What is your name?” “It is nice to meet you!”

The short hour spent at Southwinds not only had an impact on the students, but the seniors were truly touched by the attention the children showed them.

The teachers and students would like to thank everyone from Southwinds for allowing them to visit. The day was so successful that the three classes are planning another visit in the spring.