Even a week after the book character parade, we're still reeling over the costumes and widespread joy of a day of celebrating the healthy habit of reading. We want to take a moment to thank Mrs. Crystal Johnson for her dedication to decorating seven doors for our Knocktober celebration of reading.
about 2 hours ago, Beverly Hughes
Student dressed as Russell from Up stands beside an adult dressed as Kevin, the colorful bird from the movie, during the Pine Log Elementary Book Character Parade. The student wears a Wilderness Explorer-inspired uniform and holds a book and character-themed props.
Just a reminder that the Celebration Rock is a fun way to celebrate a birthday or celebration of a PLES student or staff member. Contact the PLES PTCO for more information or sign up using the link below.

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about 14 hours ago, Beverly Hughes
The outdoor spirit rock is painted with a large "40," a cartoon alligator, a cornhole board, softball, baseball bat, baseball, Atlanta braves ball cap, a coffee cup, images were spray painted on the rock which is located on a grassy hillside.
Following a recent celebration, we received a balloon donation to be used for the Balloons Over Broadway STEM project. Students in second grade are creating projects to show force and motion. To make sure every second-grade student has a balloon for the parade, we need 32 more balloons donated. If you are willing to donate a balloon for the parade, please send it to school with your child to deliver to Mrs. B. Hughes in the Learning Log by Wednesday, November 11. Here is a link to balloons that might be helpful with your donation:
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1 day ago, Beverly Hughes
A staff member wearing a themed costume poses beneath a large cluster of colorful character and celebration balloons at the front entrance of Pine Log Elementary during a school spirit event.

Congratulations to the 2026-2027 PLES Spelling Bee Winner, Kensley V. She correctly spelled the last word to secure the win. Kensley will compete on December 4, for the district spelling bee. Wish her luck as she studies lots of words for the next month.

3 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A Pine Log Elementary School student stands at a microphone on the cafeteria stage during the school spelling bee. Red chairs line the stage behind the student, and the Pine Log Elementary logo is displayed on the wall in the background.
As a tribute to Charlotte's Web, Mrs. Mealer wore a costume for book character day with "Some Pig" weaved into a net cape on her back and a pink pig prop on her shoulder.
4 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Teacher portrays a character from Charlotte's Web wearing a cape featuring the words 'Some Pig' in white lettering on a black background. She has a pink pig prop on her shoulder.
More pictures from the book character parade:
One student baked up a great costume by creating cookies to represent her book.
4 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Student dressed as a character from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie carries a baking sheet filled with handmade paper cookies during the Pine Log Elementary Book Character Parade.

What a super day for a parade! On Friday, October 30, students and staff participated in the book character parade to celebrate the healthy habit of being a good character.

4 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Student dressed as Superman holds a Superman graphic novel while participating in the Pine Log Elementary Book Character Parade outdoors.
STEM projects provide a hands-on way for students to practice problem solving skills. When our students are creating their own solutions, they are engaged in learning. The PLES STEM Parade is scheduled for Friday, November 20. Volunteers are needed to support students as they finish projects for the next three weeks. Contact Beverly Hughes for more information.
7 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Student uses scissors to modify recycled materials while participating in a hands-on STEM design challenge, wearing a sleep mask to explore problem-solving from a different perspective.
Our volunteers make a positive impact on student learning. Mrs. Lynn Bagwell, retired home economics teacher, frequently lends a helping hand in the Learning Log for STEM projects. Currently, students are working on projects for the STEM Parade on Friday, November 20.
8 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Student and volunteer work together to cut and shape recycled materials for a hands-on STEM engineering project in the school library.
Action! The PLES Production Crew writes their own stories on Wednesdays and records on Thursdays. Under the direction of Mr. Shive, crew members have reported on Book Fair, the BCSS Technology Competition, U.S. Constitution Week, Pink Out, and club updates.
11 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Student sitting on chair in the production room with a green screen in the back, writing with pencil on paper, focusing on a task.
To prepare for the STEM parade, students use recycled materials to make projects related to their standards:
PreK - life cycles
Kindergarten - robot farmers
First grade - weather instruments
Second grade - Balloons Over Broadway, force and motion
Third grade - playground protectors, nest protectors, garden bots, recycling robots
Fourth grade - playground protectors, nest protectors, sanctuary helper
Fifth grade - playground protectors, nest protectors, sanctuary helper
13 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Two students work on STEM builds at a table in the school library. Each student is using recycled materials. One student is wearing a hoodie with "Love" printed.
Students use cardboard engineering to prepare for the STEM parade at PLES on Friday, November 20. This fourth-grade student is using a Beaver Bot, a kid-friendly table saw, to cut through cardboard.
14 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A student uses a kid-safe table saw to cut cardboard in a school library.
Inspired by Balloons Over Broadway about Tony Sarg, students in second grade are making vehicles that demonstrate force and motion. These projects are made possible by donations of recycled materials from Pine Log families.
15 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A student in a red shirt holds an egg carton that he made into a vehicle by adding plastic water bottle tops as wheels and foil on top.
Robot Farmers needed! In order to support the Pine Log Chickens during freezing temperatures, inclement weather, and school breaks, Kindergarten students designed and built robot farmers using recycled materials during their recent visit to the Learning Log.
17 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Student in the school library holds a recycled-material STEM creation made from a red plastic cup and reusable plastic components while participating in a hands-on engineering activity.
In preparation for the STEM parade, first-grade students used recycled materials to build weather instruments. The goal in this build is to support the Pine Log Chickens during winter with sunshine collectors that will supplement the reduced length of day and temperatures.
17 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A group of elementary students in the Learning Log school library create STEM projects from recycled materials. Students use cardboard, paper tubes, egg cartons, and plastic containers while collaborating and sharing their designs around library tables.
Knock, Knock!
Who's there?
It's a reading promotion with a silly ol' bear.
The Learning Log is promoting reading with a schoolwide challenge to decorate any door that is visible to students in common spaces such as hallways and the cafeteria. Staff members are encouraged to pick a door and decorate it with an engaging design so that students will want to read.

The door pictured is by Mrs. Eva Brown.
20 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A classroom door decorated with a tree trunk, Winnie the Pooh, and a message reading, "Any day spent with you is my favorite."
Off to see Junie B! Second-grade classes went to see the production of Junie B. Jones at Woodland High School. Precocious and playful, Junie B. is the favorite character of second graders who read her short novels as they build their reading skills.
21 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A smiling teacher leads students down a school hallway. Everyone is wearing a blue shirt with the letter P in a circle logo.
The annual PreK Pumpkin Patch is ready for viewing. Did you guess correctly? All of the paper pumpkins were decorated by students. Which one is your pick?
21 days ago, Beverly Hughes
A school hallway wall is decorated as a Pre-K pumpkin patch, showcasing dozens of student-created pumpkin crafts displayed among paper vines and branches.
We will celebrate Red Ribbon Week October 26–30.
This year’s national theme is “Make a Difference. Be a Hero. Stay Drug Free!”

Throughout Red Ribbon Week we will encourage our students to make healthy choices, stand up for what is right, and be heroes in our school and community. We look forward to a fun week of raising awareness and promoting a healthy, drug-free future.

Join us as we celebrate Red Ribbon Week with fun dress-up days and activities that encourage healthy choices and a drug-free future.

Monday, October 26 PJ Day
Wake up drug free and put your best foot forward for a bright drug-free future.
Healthy choices help you reach your dreams.

Tuesday, October 27 Colorful Day
Wear your favorite color or as many colors as you'd like.
Bright choices lead to a brighter future.

Wednesday, October 28 - Camo Day or Crazy Hair Day
Wear all things camo or come with crazy hair.
Be unique, be drug free.

Thursday, October 29 Sports Day
Wear any of your favorite team colors, jerseys, or hats.
Team up against drugs.

Friday, October 30 - Favorite Book Character Day
Dress up as your favorite book character.

📚 Our Book Character Parade will start at 9:45 a.m.
Good books lead to a brighter future.

We look forward to a fun week of promoting healthy choices, positive decision-making, and a drug-free lifestyle at Pine Log Elementary. Thank you for helping us make Red Ribbon Week a success! 🎀

Learning Today, Leading Tomorrow
-Mrs. Hammond
22 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Official Red Ribbon Campaign logo showing a bright red ribbon formed into a bow shape on a light gray background. White lettering reads "Red Ribbon Campaign" and "October 23-31," with "NFP" centered on the ribbon. The logo symbolizes the national drug prevention and awareness campaign observed during Red Ribbon Week.
Can you guess what is sprouting on the PreK hall? Check back soon for a fun display of creativity from our youngest friends.
24 days ago, Beverly Hughes
Brown and green paper decorations are attached to a school hallway wall, creating the beginning of a pumpkin patch display for a Pre-K classroom project.