The turmoil of Ukraine may be far away geographically, but the warm, supportive thoughts of Columbus Elementary School are with that country. Students and staff teamed up on a beautiful creation: Nearly 800 yellow and blue pinwheels – erected on pencils and with a yellow heart in the middle – were placed on the school’s front lawn. Students wrote messages and prayers for peace to people, especially children, whose lives have been disrupted by the tragic and ongoing war.
Fourth-grade teacher Carolyn Paradiso led the initiative on April 18, and students designed the display on the lawn. Inside the school, a “Sunflowers for Ukraine” art creation also supports those in need. Teacher Alexis Candelario engaged the fourth-grade team to create the “Sunflowers for Ukraine” display and have invited all grades to participate.