As a fun experiment for St. Patrick's Day, the Second Grade experimented with Skittles! To begin this science experiment, they first explored what happens. For this, the girls were asked to make predictions of what they thought would happen when the…
On March 17, the PreK students had a blast visiting the "big school" to collaborate with the Kindergarten class for a fun STEM activity. "They got to experience what happens when you get to Kindergarten," said Mrs. Albanese. "Miss Beck…
The Preschool children have been enjoying a Favorite Tales and Nursery Rhyme Unit. Last week, they started working with Goldilocks and The Three Bears. "We have watched the children move from the ability to identify basic facts from the story…
In Art class, First graders just finished working on oil pastel pieces with Mrs. Sturm. The girls learned how to blend colors and increase their vibrancy by coloring over white pastel.
On Saturday, March 11, the Villa Maria Forensics Team members competed at the annual Ancillae Assumpta Academy speech tournament. Gianna C. placed 6th in the Poetry competition. MaryKate D. placed 6th in the Prose competition. And Amanda T. won 1st…
The Villa Quiz Team had another amazing tournament at Wilmington Charter, and did even better than last year! This year, the team came home with both the 1st and 2nd place trophies in the novice division! "With a mere 5…
Congratulations to the Varsity Basketball Team who clinched GCAL Championship with a win over NDA last Wednesday! Villa defeated NDA 54-42 to win the playoffs. We are so proud of our girls and their coaches. The girls were regular season…
Second graders recently learned about some of the most important symbols in the United States of America. Their teachers, Mrs. Grieves and Mrs. Thompson introduced what a symbol was and talked about various types of symbols, even symbols we have…
On Wednesday, March 15, seven students will be representing Villa Maria Academy in the annual Archdiocesan Choral Festival. Congratulations to 5th graders: Addison E., Lorelai K., Brianna R., Amanda R.; 7th graders Skylar K. & Vanessa M.; 8th grader: Mary C. …
Third Graders have spent the past few weeks learning about organisms and their environments. Last week, the girls went to the computer lab to investigate different animals and what adaptations they use to help them survive in their environments. They…