Introducing the Living Classroom
A New Specials Class at Bresnahan
We are excited to introduce a new specials class at Bresnahan: The Living Classroom with Mrs. Harding!
Beginning this year, students in grades K–3 will experience Living Classroom as part of their regular specials rotation, alongside Art, Music, PE, Library, and STEM. Just like these other special subjects, Living Classroom will give students dedicated time each cycle to explore, learn, and develop skills in a different setting.
What Is the Living Classroom?
The Living Classroom is a hands-on science and outdoor education class that uses our school grounds and natural environment as an extension of the classroom.
Students will have opportunities to learn through exploration, observation, investigation, and hands-on experiences. Lessons will connect to science standards while helping students build curiosity, confidence, collaboration, and a deeper connection to the natural world.
What Will Students Do?
Depending on their grade level and the season, students may:
Explore Nature: Observe plants, animals, weather, and seasonal changes around our school.
Garden & Grow: Design, plant, and care for native pollinator gardens while learning about life cycles, ecosystems, and biodiversity.
Build Outdoor Skills: Practice skills such as basic navigation, nature journaling, observation, and outdoor safety.
Learn About Our Environment: Explore recycling, composting, conservation, and ways we can care for our school environment.
Work Together: Participate in hands-on challenges and projects that encourage teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and independence.
An Outdoor Classroom
The Living Classroom will make use of our outdoor spaces throughout the school year. With the generous help of the PTO, we also hope to build a yurt on our school grounds that can serve as a home base for outdoor learning, providing a comfortable space for students to gather, investigate, and learn in all seasons.
Our goal is for every Bresnahan student to get outside, get curious, and get hands-on with science.
We are excited to add Living Classroom to our specials program and look forward to seeing our students explore, discover, and grow through this new experience!