Indian Trail Elementary School

Our kindergarten students have been participating in directed drawing activities that combine creativity, writing, and learning! ✏️🎨 During a month focused on the school character trait of creativity, students practiced using vocabulary words such as “symmetrical” and “rectangle” while strengthening their drawing and writing skills. Students also worked hard on using capital letters, punctuation, and heart words in their writing. It has been wonderful to see their imagination and confidence grow through both art and academics.

At Indian Trail, students welcomed spring by learning about Hawaiian culture and the meaning behind making leis. 🌺 Through creativity, conversation, and community, students discovered that leis are more than beautiful flowers—they are symbols of love, friendship, celebration, respect, and connection. It was a wonderful opportunity to share culture, build community, and celebrate kindness together.

📚🦬 Our 2nd graders are diving into Module 2 of Wit & Wisdom as they learn about Native Americans and how some tribes used bison to help them survive. Students are building their reading, writing, and critical thinking skills while exploring history, culture, and the importance of natural resources.
Through engaging texts, discussions, and writing activities, students are learning how communities worked together and used every part of the bison for food, clothing, shelter, and tools

🛒💰 Our 2nd graders were busy learning real-life math skills in the classroom! Students practiced identifying coins, counting money, and making purchases while using play food in the classroom grocery store area.
Through hands-on learning experiences, students strengthened their understanding of money, coins, addition, and problem-solving while practicing important everyday life skills. Activities like these help make math engaging, interactive, and fun for all learners!
Great job, 2nd grade mathematicians!

Even on a rainy day, our 2nd and 3rd graders are staying active and engaged during PE! Students work on agility, teamwork, and communication skills through fun activities that kept everyone moving. It was great to see students encouraging one another, cooperating as teams, and showing positive sportsmanship.

There will be no school at Indian Trail May 22–25 in observance of Memorial Day.
We would like to thank all of the brave men and women of our Armed Forces for their service and sacrifice. ❤️🤍💙
We hope all of our students, staff, and families enjoy the 4-day weekend, make great memories, and stay safe!

🐄☀️ Indian Trail 4th and 5th graders enjoyed a great day at the Junior Livestock Show at the Spokane Fairgrounds! ☀️🐖
Students explored the farm-to-table process, visited a variety of animals, and experienced hands-on learning outside the classroom. It was a wonderful opportunity to connect agriculture, learning, and community while also enjoying some sunshine with classmates and staff.
We love providing students with real-world learning experiences and lasting memories! 💙💛

🎨🌸 Spring Art in the Building at Indian Trail Elementary! 🌸🎨
Our hallways are filled with creativity, color, and imagination as student artwork is proudly on display throughout the building! From bright spring themes to unique individual creations, our students have truly showcased their talent and artistic expression.
It’s always a joy to see our school come alive with student work that reflects creativity, effort, and pride. Be sure to take a moment to enjoy the beautiful artwork when you’re in the building!

Thank you to PTO for sponsoring this event! Shirts were awesome and the pizza was great. Ms. Folsom and Ms. Nelson were fantastic in dunk tank. Congratulations to our age group winners! Thank you to all the neighbors who cheered along the route. We are a community!

🏃‍♀️🏃‍♂️ Indian Trail Horse Course is coming up this week! 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️
Join us for one of our favorite Indian Trail traditions—a 2-mile course that starts at the school and winds through the neighborhood! Since 1987, this community event has brought together students, staff, families, and neighbors for a fun and active experience.
This event is proudly sponsored by our PTO with support from local businesses, helping make it possible year after year. One of the best parts? Seeing neighbors out in their yards cheering on participants as they pass by!
Come be part of this special tradition that supports Spokane Public Schools’ mission of real-life, real-world (IRL) and unplugged experiences. We hope to see you there!