GREENSBORO — St. Pius X School welcomed some special visitors recently who brought a wealth of interesting science and literature education to students.
On Feb, 12, the Kaleideum of Winston-Salem brought a Star Lab to the school. Students in third, fourth and sixth grades got to crawl into the massive, inflatable Star Lab where they observed the constellations in the night sky, learning the names and myths surrounding these mysterious creations of the universe.
The following week yet another visitor arrived, bringing with him a delightful set of literature in the form of poetry set to novels and picture books, as well as his own writings.
Poet Allan Wolf visited the school to present his poetry to students in second through eighth grades. The students found Wolf to be witty and interesting, as they were able to identify with his poetry’s relevance to their lives.
Eighth-grade students were able to discuss his book “Zane’s Trace,” which they read in class with the poet, while the school’s Battle of the Books Team was able to enjoy eating lunch with him.
Students not only went away from the presentation with signed copies of his latest book of poetry, but with inspiration to write their own poetry about themselves and the world around them.
— April Parker