EBOB

Battle of the Books is a quiz-bowl style competition that starts at the district level for both middle school and elementary school students.  Teams consist of up to 12 students, with no more than 6 students competing at one time.    During several rounds of play, students compete against different teams from other schools in our district .  Students answer questions on books from the designated list (see the Media Center page)

Go Far

In the spring of General Greene brought Go Far back as an after school option. Go Far is a 10 week curriculum designed to teach children of all abilities about healthy eating habits, goal setting, and how to train for a 5K. Students, teachers and volunteers spent Mondays and Wednesdays working through the curriculum which culminated in a 5k road race with other clubs from the Triad area. To learn more about the program visit Go Far.

Science and Engineering Fair

Students at General Greene Elementary are expected to participate in a Science Fair project each year. Students in Kindergarten and first grade complete a class project.  If they choose, they can do an individual project or compete in the egg drop challenge.  Second and third graders learn about the scientific method in the science lab and are strongly encouraged to participate in the egg drop challenge.  Fourth and fifth graders are required to do a project at home.  You can always contact your child's teacher for ideas or suggestions.  Projects are due in November.

Science Olympiad

Science Olympiad, is a chance for students who are good at STEM to go deeper into the curriculum than we are able to do in the regular classroom.  (STEM-Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Students learn, study, experiment, build and test, in preparation for competing against other students just like them.  Science Olympiad is amazing because students can shine in elementary, middle and high school!  Fun Fact: We are the ONLY GCS elementary school participating in this program.

STEM Fair

This awesome day is like a giant field trip but at school.  We have members from our community share how science, technology or engineering is used in their career.  Students especially love getting to pet the animals.  Some past presenters include HAECO Americas, Mad Ones Films, Greensboro Police Department, First Lego League, Mortal Coil Serpentry, Greensboro Cooperative Extension, NC A&T Farms and many others.  

Part of the day includes a "playroom" that gives students an opportunity to explore a variety of hands-on technology. Previously, there have been stations that showcase virtual reality, Dot and Dash robots, Osmo kits, Hexbugs, 3D printer and Little Bits. This is a fun-filled day in which students can see science, technology, and engineering in action.