Teaching Kids to Code
Isn’t it amazing to see young kids with tablets and computers? They know how technology works and they absorb information so fast! We are so connected to technology now and kids are just born into it. Kids like to build…
Third Grade Celebrates Famous Women
On May 20, the Third Grade honored notable women by presenting their annual Famous Women Courtyard Conclave. As a culmination to their studies on Biographies, the girls were asked to choose a Famous Woman in history, and learn about that woman’s life…
Track Members Move on to Archdiocesan Championship
We would once again like to congratulate members of the Villa Track team for representing us at the Area A track meet yesterday. Girls who qualified at the regions moved on to participate yesterday against 37 schools from the Chester,…
Varsity Lacrosse Team Named 2016 GCAL Champions
On May 16, Villa's Varsity Lacrosse Team became the undefeated 2016 GCAL Champions! Both Villa and Notre Dame were both undefeated going into the game, and despite not having home field advantage, the efforts and dedication of the girls showed…
Villa Preschoolers Integrate Technology Into PE Class
On May 17, Villa's Preschool 3 students integrated technology into their physical education class with the use of Wii Just Dance for kids! "Tuesday is EVERYONES favorite day of the week," said Threes teacher, Mrs. Guenthner. "Mrs. B always plans super…
Track Team Places at Region 17 Championship Meet
Congratulations to the members of the Villa track team. Yesterday, our girls participated in the Region 17 championship meet. All of our girls put forth their best efforts and the team had a fantastic day on the track. We would…
Reading Olympics Competition in Fifth Grade
On Tuesday, May 10, the fifth grade traveled to St. Aloysius Academy to participate in the “Reading Olympics” Competition. This project began in the fall, when the students were asked to read nine books in preparation for this collaborative event…
Fifth Graders Accepted for Poetry Contest Publication
Congratulations to Fifth Grade teacher, Mrs. Maureen Wible and 27 of her students that were accepted for publication in Creative Communication's Spring 2016 Poetry Contest. Creative Communication has been working with schools and teachers in promoting writing for over 20…
Kindergartners Visit Apple Store and Learn to Create iMovies
On May 10, Villa's Kindergarten class visited the Apple Store for a out-of classroom experience with technology. This free program offers students a fun learning experience focused on collaboration and creativity. The girls got to partner with each other and…
Seventh Grader Finishes Top 10 in IHM Math Contest
Congratulations to seventh grader, Mary C. who was one of the top ten winners of the IHM Math Contest! The IHM Math Contest evaluates students’ understanding of complex mathematics concepts and is considered to be one of the most rigorous…