hard work with several weeks of creative and interactive projects across grade levels. From geography and art to science, classrooms were alive with color, curiosity, and collaboration - hallmarks of the Veritas approach to joyful, hands-on learning.
In 5th and 6th grade, students concluded their Explorers Unit by creating detailed salt dough maps of the Earth. Using salt dough, paint, and imagination, students shaped continents, mountain ranges, and oceans to represent the routes of famous explorers. “It was very messy, and I like messy,” said 5th grader Brantley Wiberg.
Meanwhile, in Mrs. Buller’s 2nd-grade classroom, young artists traded their pencils for paintbrushes as they recreated Vincent van Gogh’s famous sunflower paintings. Students studied the artist’s bold colors and expressive brushstrokes before producing their own masterpieces inspired by his style. The classroom was soon filled with bright yellows and swirling patterns, a cheerful reflection of both art and autumn.
At the upper end of the school, 7th and 8th graders wrapped up their science unit by mapping weather systems using real-world data. They located weather stations in the local area using National Weather Service information and utilized their data to create weather station models.
From explorers and artists to budding meteorologists, Veritas students ended the quarter with projects that blended knowledge and creativity. These activities not only celebrated what they’ve learned but also showcased the school’s commitment to nurturing curiosity, craftsmanship, and critical thinking.
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