Over the past few weeks, our preschool students at St. Bernard School have had a truly unforgettable experience. As part of their science exploration, they spent time learning all about how chickens hatch from eggs, and they even got to watch it happen right in their classroom!
It all began with a group of eggs carefully placed inside an incubator, kept warm under a light. The students took their job of monitoring the eggs very seriously, checking in each day to make sure they were safe and cared for. As the days went by, excitement filled the room as the children began to notice tiny cracks forming on the eggshells. It was a magical moment when the first chick started pecking its way out, and before long, more followed, each one greeted with cheers and wide smiles from our young learners.
Once the chicks were big enough, each student had the opportunity to take a turn holding one of the fluffy, curious babies. It was a special moment for every child, one that combined wonder, care, and responsibility.
This project was much more than just a fun activity; it was a valuable, hands-on learning experience that brought science to life. At St. Bernard, we believe in the power of play-based learning, and our preschool programs for both 3-year-olds and 4-year-olds are designed to incorporate faith, exploration, and discovery into every day.
The chick hatching project is just one of many experiments and hands-on activities our preschool students experience throughout the year. Through projects like these, our youngest learners develop a sense of curiosity, responsibility, and awe for the world around them, all while growing in their faith and love of learning.
St. Bernard Catholic School is part of the Green Bay Area Catholic Education (GRACE) School System. It is a private Catholic school that serves preschool and elementary through 8th grade (PK3-8) with open enrollment. St. Bernard’s provides an individualized education in a faith-based environment. Each child is supported not only academically, but spiritually.