Friday, May 5, 2017

The Middle Update 5/5/17

Article of the Week
Personalized learning has been a topic of discussion as we look at authentic assessments, curriculum, and "distinguished" characteristics on the domains in Danielson's rubrics.  The article this week provides some more information about making learning more personal in the classrooms.

The Power of Personalized Learning for School Improvement
Carelli Cup Home Stretch
The final event schedule has been adjusted slightly. The last event will take place on Friday, 5/26, with students being released at 2:25 to the 1-8 Gym.  Mrs. Serstad is planning the event.  Feedback or suggestions to make our time together with the kids in the gym fun and memorable is always welcome.  We will present the Carelli Cup to the winning grade after the final event on 5/26.  The winning grade will also receive an ice cream party sponsored by the Parent's Club.

End of the School Year Preparation
The remaining weeks of school will seem to go very fast.  As we plan for the end of the school year, a reminder that our guiding principles (each minute of class time is crucial for guiding students forward) hold true right up until the last minute of class on the last day of school.  We treat the last day/week of school as if it was any other.  We will run this Early Release Schedule on the last day of school with normal classes taking place.

Forward Exam Information
We are finished!  Thanks to all for your flexibility in creating the environment for our students to do their best!

Barn Date- End of the Year Gathering
We have confirmed that we are going to have our annual gathering at the "Barn" on Thursday, June 1 starting at around 3:30 p.m.  Dinner will be at 4:45 p.m. and the presentation to follow.  This is our attempt at having a good time recognizing staff for the school year.  If you would like to be a presenter please contact me.  All staff in the district are invited to attend.  The administration will provide the meat and others can bring a dish to pass.  More information will be forthcoming.

Graduation
All teaching staff are invited to walk in the graduation ceremony.  The ceremony will be on Sunday, June 4th.  The staff will be able to wear robes and hoods again this year.  If you have your own, please wear it, otherwise one will be provided.  Please contact Dr. Hoernke or Mrs. Rylander if you have any questions.

Upcoming Dates
May 5th - Social Studies Department Mtg. - 2:50 - Mr. Kallungi's Room
May 10th - PMS Staff Meeting - 2:50 - Mrs. Anderson's Room
May 15th - School Board Meeting - 7:00 - PHS IMC
May 16th - Home Track Meet
May 17th - Science Department Mtg. - 2:50 - Ms. Schoen's Room
May 18th - MS Spring Concert - 7:00 - 1-8 Gym
May 19th - Color Run -sponsored by PAD Parent Club
May 24th - Middle School Play Performance - 1:55 pm - 1-8 Gym
May 24th - ELA Department Meeting - 2:50 - Mrs. Rogness' Room
May 25th - Middle School Play Performance for the Public - 6:00 pm - 1-8 Gym
May 26th - Final Carelli Cup Event/Trophy Presentation - 2:25 pm
June 6th - 8th Graders Last Day/Field Trip/Dance
June 7th - Last Day - Early Release for all students at 12:30

Duty Next Week
Morning - Johnson
Bus - Frehner


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The Middle Update 5/5/17

Article of the Week
Personalized learning has been a topic of discussion as we look at authentic assessments, curriculum, and "distinguished" characteristics on the domains in Danielson's rubrics.  The article this week provides some more information about making learning more personal in the classrooms.

The Power of Personalized Learning for School Improvement
Carelli Cup Home Stretch
The final event schedule has been adjusted slightly. The last event will take place on Friday, 5/26, with students being released at 2:25 to the 1-8 Gym.  Mrs. Serstad is planning the event.  Feedback or suggestions to make our time together with the kids in the gym fun and memorable is always welcome.  We will present the Carelli Cup to the winning grade after the final event on 5/26.  The winning grade will also receive an ice cream party sponsored by the Parent's Club.

End of the School Year Preparation
The remaining weeks of school will seem to go very fast.  As we plan for the end of the school year, a reminder that our guiding principles (each minute of class time is crucial for guiding students forward) hold true right up until the last minute of class on the last day of school.  We treat the last day/week of school as if it was any other.  We will run this Early Release Schedule on the last day of school with normal classes taking place.

Forward Exam Information
We are finished!  Thanks to all for your flexibility in creating the environment for our students to do their best!

Barn Date- End of the Year Gathering
We have confirmed that we are going to have our annual gathering at the "Barn" on Thursday, June 1 starting at around 3:30 p.m.  Dinner will be at 4:45 p.m. and the presentation to follow.  This is our attempt at having a good time recognizing staff for the school year.  If you would like to be a presenter please contact me.  All staff in the district are invited to attend.  The administration will provide the meat and others can bring a dish to pass.  More information will be forthcoming.

Graduation
All teaching staff are invited to walk in the graduation ceremony.  The ceremony will be on Sunday, June 4th.  The staff will be able to wear robes and hoods again this year.  If you have your own, please wear it, otherwise one will be provided.  Please contact Dr. Hoernke or Mrs. Rylander if you have any questions.

Upcoming Dates
May 5th - Social Studies Department Mtg. - 2:50 - Mr. Kallungi's Room
May 10th - PMS Staff Meeting - 2:50 - Mrs. Anderson's Room
May 15th - School Board Meeting - 7:00 - PHS IMC
May 16th - Home Track Meet
May 17th - Science Department Mtg. - 2:50 - Ms. Schoen's Room
May 18th - MS Spring Concert - 7:00 - 1-8 Gym
May 19th - Color Run -sponsored by PAD Parent Club
May 24th - Middle School Play Performance - 1:55 pm - 1-8 Gym
May 24th - ELA Department Meeting - 2:50 - Mrs. Rogness' Room
May 25th - Middle School Play Performance for the Public - 6:00 pm - 1-8 Gym
May 26th - Final Carelli Cup Event/Trophy Presentation - 2:25 pm
June 6th - 8th Graders Last Day/Field Trip/Dance
June 7th - Last Day - Early Release for all students at 12:30

Duty Next Week
Morning - Johnson
Bus - Frehner


Image of the Week