Only At Evergreen Academy Home / About Us / Only At Evergreen Choosing Evergreen Academy We know that parents have a lot of choices for their child’s education. So, why do families choose Evergreen Academy Elementary School and stay with us until their child graduates? It’s because so many wonderful things happen at our private school, #OnlyAtEvergreen. Let us tell you more! What is Launch? Every Monday morning, #OnlyatEvergreen, our students gather together to say the Pledge, share updates for the day, and celebrate their points of pride. Students also learn about the exciting projects happening in all other grades to get them excited for their next year at our school. We call it Launch, because it helps us launch our day on the right foot. Each classroom in our school has the opportunity to lead Launch a few times each year. When it is their turn to shine, the leading class will choose a topic related to our social-emotional curriculum and get their fellow students involved. They may create skits, songs, or even mini art shows to embody key traits. Launch allows us to come together to celebrate what it truly means to be part of Evergreen. Kindergarten Kid Town Kid Town is a way for kindergarten students to learn about jobs in their community. They take field trips to local establishments such as the fire station, grocery store, and pet store. Students then decide what they are passionate about and create their own stores, banks, and public service buildings right in our classroom. When the “town” is built, they staff the stores, earn their own money, and choose how to spend it, building their financial literacy. From fishing in the fishing pond to buying a pizza (pizza-scented Play-Doh), this student-driven experience helps children understand the basic functions of a society. 1st Grade Penguin Study Our first graders learn all there is to know about penguins! They start by packing their suitcases to “travel” to Antarctica by plane (complete with in-flight movie and snacks). They learn about the size of penguins, read and write penguin-focused stories, and even create a life-sized penguin. 3rd Grade Trip to Mount St. Helens The 3rd grade unit of study on volcanoes culminates with a trip to Mount St. Helens. Students camp out as they learn the history of the local volcano and the events that led to its eruption, as well as the aftermath. They also chat with local ranchers and environmentalists to discover more about the local impacts and conservation efforts. 5th Grade BizTown Hosted by Junior Achievement, BizTown builds on what our students learned in the kindergarten Kid Town and 2nd grade farmer’s market units. Students use their own “credit cards”, including managing a credit limit and payments. They learn the importance of voting, and gain an understanding of the role banks and loans play in building a community. They even take part in a mock job interview! From selecting appropriate clothing to answering difficult questions, BizTown helps prepare children for life. Farmer’s Market The Evergreen Academy Elementary Farmer’s Market is a true student-led experience. Students visit local farmer’s markets – including the famous Pike Place – to understand how they are run and crucial elements needed for success. They then organize their own market. They plan vendors, secure space for the market, advertise the event in the community, and manage day-of set up of booths. The entire school supports the 2nd graders by contributing as vendors, selling products based on their class’ unit of study. Some examples include fresh eggs from the chicken coop (kindergarten), bee houses (1st grade), lavender soap (2nd grade), lemonade (3rd grade), coloring books focused on Washington state history (4th grade), and fidget mazes (5th grade). It is a fun experience to educate the students on sustainability. Growing Leaders Our school garden supplements classroom learning, while also providing endless fun for our students! Each classroom is responsible for maintaining their own bed in the garden. Kindergarten students grow wildflowers used for their note cards sold at the farmer’s market. Our 1st and 2nd grade students grow pollinator plants to correspond to their study of pollinators like bees and butterflies. Our 3rd graders focus on sustainability and plant perennials and herbs. Our 4th grade students focus on Native American plants as they study the culture and the significance of the environment to their beliefs. In 5th grade, our students learn about World War II and plant a “Victory Garden” of vegetables. In addition to our garden, we are also fortunate to have an on-site chicken coop which allows us to enjoy fresh eggs and provides hands-on learning about the life cycle of chickens.
