Oliver Kelley Farm

During our trip to the Oliver Kelley Farm, we had an opportunity to compare the technology of the past to the technology that preceded the late 1800's. In some cases it seemed as though there wasn't a great deal of technology evident however when the production of work was impacted by 2 or 3 times, it became easier to see. Some of the key questions we were asked included, "Does technology make things better?" and "What was the impact of technology improvements...was it always always good?" 

At the farm, we plowed, sewed, fed pigs, made crackers, and shucked corn. It was quite an experience! Oh yeah, we liked the farm cats as well!

 

Is it time for a Shadow?

What is St. Croix Lutheran Middle School like? What are the teachers and students like? Are they nice? Mean? Tall? Short? Would I like it?

These are some of the questions that go through the minds of students considering St. Croix. The thought of something new or different can make the possibilty scary.

At St. Croix we have a way to make things a little less scary...it called shadowing. Students who are interested in St. Croix can come and visit the school and spend a day with a student in the middle school to see what a typical day might be like. Shadows can be selected by parents (if they know a present student) or they can be assigned by the Director. Shadowing allows student to get a "feel" for things and eases some of the concern about the possibility of a new school. Best of all it's FREE!

Call today to set up a time to visit, and see what a St. Croix experience is all about!

Visiting our Pen Pals at Hope!

On October 30th we visited our pen pals at Hope Community School in St. Paul. This is the school where Mrs. Strehlow (one of our teachers) once taught. Prior to visiting the school, the students learned about Hmong culture and art. In addition, they were matched up with 5th grade student pen pals from this charter school which mainly serves the Hmong community of East St. Paul.

We missed our Bus, but we made the most of it. (Above)

Here are some students with a few of their new friends! (Below)

We went out to play "Oh Deer." We learned this game at Eagle Bluff.

(Above)

Following our visit, we went to Swede Hollow. This is the place where many immigrants lived while they worked in Hamm's brewery.

Our last place to visit was Bruc Vento. There we ate lunch, walked, and took pictures.

This trip was a double thumbs up!