Birmingham Museum of Art - 3rd grade

Wow!  What a day! April 10th was the field trip to the Birmingham Museum of Art for 3rd grade GATE students.  I am so proud of each and every student!  Their behavior could not have been better, their manners at lunch were perfect, and they knew so much about the artwork because they have been listening in class!  These young ladies and young gentlemen really know how to impress their teacher!  Students and parent chaperones were divided into three groups to tour the museum.  Students were able to see some of the art we have studied in class.  A few of their favorites were Claude Monet, Madonna and Child, the Perseus painting, the Remington sculpture, "Three for Five", and Lady Helen Vincent.

Our etiquette luncheon was held at Oscar's in the Museum.  The tables were beautifully set with black cloths tablecloths and napkins.  Students had made place cards for themselves and their guests.  Our view from the restaurant overlooked the sculpture garden and the waterfalls between BMA and the BJCC.  Our lunch was delicious!  I think we are all ready to go back!   I was so proud to see students standing behind their chairs waiting on everyone to arrive, the young gentlemen pulling out chairs for the ladies, impeccable manners, polite conversation.....what a fantastic group of kids!  I think I will keep them again next year! :)

Thank you to the parents who attended the trip. You were all wonderful - so supportive and so much help!  Our bus driver, Mrs. Wood, was delightful and a safe driver.  All in all it was a wonderful day!  I am so thankful for these students!

Our 4th grade field trip is being rescheduled due to the weather....info coming soon!