4th Grade Students Showcase Their Talent at the Monthly PTA Meeting

The Payson area monthly PTA Meeting was held on January 11, 2012 at Park View Elementary School.  Mrs. Reynolds took this opportunity to demonstrate how the school is implementing the performing arts.  First, the fourth grade students in Mrs. Blackham’s class, and under the direction of Mrs. Kerri Welton, played “Gently Sleep” on recorders to entertain the attendees.  Mrs. Welton made this observation, "Music is an important part of every student's education.  It is so wonderful for them to experience success learning and sharing music, it helps them develop their self esteem.  Plus, it is fun!"    Then, the PTA Council was shown a video created by the Park View Student Council concerning having empathy instead of engaging in bullying.  In the video, students explained empathy as feeling what others feel.  They used their imaginations and talents to depict examples of name calling, gossiping and physical bullying. Then they demonstrated empathetic responses. Everyone enjoyed the performance of these talented individuals.