Saturday, December 9, 2017

The Middle Update 12/9/17

We are officially halfway through the 2nd quarter...as I type this there is snow on the ground and our focus on growing our culture of high expectations and achievement remains strong.  This time period, through Christmas break can be stressful for everyone...maintaining a strong routine is so important for our students as we work to set up conditions for their success.  Below is a sample of all that is going on through the holidays.

Article of the Week
Gaining insight to what our students know at any point in each of our lessons is critical to driving the decisions we make in setting up the learning environment for our students.  The short article this week provides maybe some new resources or some solid reminders about effectively using formative assessment.

"Why Formative Assessments Matter"

Community Advisory Committee Update
There is another facility meeting this coming Wednesday.  The upcoming meetings will focus on discussing possible solutions to the needs that have been identified through the facilities study, tour and discussions by the committee.  The meeting this week is at 6:30 p.m. in the High School IMC.  As always, anyone is welcome to attend and contribute.  You can follow the work and discussions of the committee by reviewing the "Facilities" tab on our website.

Student of the Month Breakfast this Thursday (12/14)
Our next opportunity to formally recognize our students is this Thursday morning.  Thanks to Mr. Johnson, Mr. Odden, Mr. Hazard, and Mrs. Weckerly for presenting this month.  Congratulations to this month's recipients:

Melanie Koopmans     Jacob Trudell     Laken Wagner     Brooke Luedtke
Emma McGlynn     Jaydyn Slade     Jeremiah Nielsen     Kennedy Pafford 

Holiday Concert Coming Up...
Our Middle School musicians have been working hard to prepare for the annual Holiday Concert.  The concert this year will be on Monday, December 19th at 7:00 pm in the 1-8 Gym.  The talents of our students are on full display that evening.  Mark your calendars and come on out to enjoy the show.

Additions to the Website
Ms. Niemeyer has updated our website to highlight the student experience.  Check out the link below that prospective families will find as they search for a school district for their children. Thanks Ms. Niemeyer for your efforts on this project!


Duty Next Week
Morning - Lendobeja
Bus - Williams

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The Middle Update 12/9/17

We are officially halfway through the 2nd quarter...as I type this there is snow on the ground and our focus on growing our culture of high expectations and achievement remains strong.  This time period, through Christmas break can be stressful for everyone...maintaining a strong routine is so important for our students as we work to set up conditions for their success.  Below is a sample of all that is going on through the holidays.

Article of the Week
Gaining insight to what our students know at any point in each of our lessons is critical to driving the decisions we make in setting up the learning environment for our students.  The short article this week provides maybe some new resources or some solid reminders about effectively using formative assessment.

"Why Formative Assessments Matter"

Community Advisory Committee Update
There is another facility meeting this coming Wednesday.  The upcoming meetings will focus on discussing possible solutions to the needs that have been identified through the facilities study, tour and discussions by the committee.  The meeting this week is at 6:30 p.m. in the High School IMC.  As always, anyone is welcome to attend and contribute.  You can follow the work and discussions of the committee by reviewing the "Facilities" tab on our website.

Student of the Month Breakfast this Thursday (12/14)
Our next opportunity to formally recognize our students is this Thursday morning.  Thanks to Mr. Johnson, Mr. Odden, Mr. Hazard, and Mrs. Weckerly for presenting this month.  Congratulations to this month's recipients:

Melanie Koopmans     Jacob Trudell     Laken Wagner     Brooke Luedtke
Emma McGlynn     Jaydyn Slade     Jeremiah Nielsen     Kennedy Pafford 

Holiday Concert Coming Up...
Our Middle School musicians have been working hard to prepare for the annual Holiday Concert.  The concert this year will be on Monday, December 19th at 7:00 pm in the 1-8 Gym.  The talents of our students are on full display that evening.  Mark your calendars and come on out to enjoy the show.

Additions to the Website
Ms. Niemeyer has updated our website to highlight the student experience.  Check out the link below that prospective families will find as they search for a school district for their children. Thanks Ms. Niemeyer for your efforts on this project!


Duty Next Week
Morning - Lendobeja
Bus - Williams