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Mindful Workshop Activity: Wind Chimes & Yoga Class

A group of people, both adults and children, are seated around a table in a school gymnasium, enjoying a meal together.
Mindful Workshop Activity: Wind Chimes & Yoga Class

Families had the opportunity to participate in a relaxing and creative mindful workshop Tuesday afternoon hosted by Parent Liaison Pamela Valdovinos, along with school counselor & yoga instructor Ms. Trombetta. Families designed and decorated their very own wind chimes, adding personal colors and styles before taking them home. Parents also enjoyed a calming yoga session focused on deep breathing and stress relief.

"The workshop was a great success—families loved the experience and expressed interest in having a second session in the future!" said Ms. Valdovinos.

A group of people are seated on yoga mats in a classroom setting, with a "Word Wall" visible in the background.
A group of people practicing yoga in a spacious studio with mirrors on the walls and various yoga equipment visible.

 

Mindful Workshop Activity: Wind Chimes & Yoga Class
Mindful Workshop Activity: Wind Chimes & Yoga Class

Families had the opportunity to participate in a relaxing and creative mindful workshop Tuesday afternoon hosted by Parent Liaison Pamela Valdovinos, along with school counselor & yoga instructor Ms. Trombetta. Families designed and decorated their very own wind chimes, adding personal colors and styles before taking them home. Parents also enjoyed a calming yoga session focused on deep breathing and stress relief.

NMHZ students create gingerbread houses after reading about them
NMHZ students create gingerbread houses after reading about them

After completing a weeks-long study of gingerbread-themed books, Simone Oliver’s second grade class at Nelson Mandela/Hosea Zollicoffer School celebrated with a gingerbread house making party. The children were excited to bring the stories to life by designing and decorating their own gingerbread houses. 

NMHZ pre-K celebrates "12 Days of Holidays"
NMHZ pre-K celebrates "12 Days of Holidays"

This season, the pre-K class at Nelson Mandela/Hosea Zollicoffer Elementary School is lighting up with festive cheer through their unique celebration of "The 12 Days of Holidays." Created by Pre-K Director Dr. Gayle White, this special event is designed to immerse young learners in the joy of the holidays through themed story days and creative projects.

Mandela Falcons RISE: Building a positive school culture together
Mandela Falcons RISE: Building a positive school culture together

Last Monday, the Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School community came together for a powerful PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Assembly that celebrated the values guiding their journey toward a positive and supportive environment. NMHZ’s rollout of PBIS has been deliberate and intentional, ensuring that every step connects meaningfully to students’ daily experiences.

Student Ambassadors Shine in Pre-K Classroom
Student Ambassadors Shine in Pre-K Classroom

At Nelson Mandela/Hosea Zollicoffer Elementary School, we are proud to celebrate the dedication and kindness of three remarkable students from Ms. Vetere's 4th-grade class. These students have taken on the role of student ambassadors, going above and beyond by sacrificing their recess time to make a positive impact in the Pre-K classroom.

Families tour Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School ahead of student transfers
Families tour Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School ahead of student transfers

Parents got their first look at their new school Wednesday morning, as Nelson Mandela/Dr. Hosea Zollicoffer School hosted a tour for families of students transferring into the school for the 2025-2026 school year as a result of the building reorganization. They also met the incoming principal, Danielle Davis-Marrow, who welcomed families to the school. NMHZ will be a grades preK-6 school in the upcoming school year.