Sunday, May 8, 2022

The Middle Update 5/8/22

Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers out there, and to everybody's mom as well.  It is looking to be a hot week this week...we'll see how any complaints of the cold turn into complaints of the heat when the mercury reaches the mid 80's.  No matter the weather, we control the energy and atmosphere inside each classroom and the school.  Let's make it another great week at PMS.


Resource of the Week

As we look ahead to taking the next steps to being part of high functioning PLC's that move the mark on student achievement in our classrooms, we'll continue to explore the characteristics of effective collaboration.  The article this week takes a deep dive into the characteristics of effective Professional Learning Communities.  The heart of each meeting should center around at least one of the 4 critical questions 1.  What do we want students to know?  2.  How do we know if they know it?  3. What do we do when they don't learn it?  4.  How do we do, or how do we extend, when they do learn it?

The article this week takes our learning further.

"Is Your PLC Ready to Succeed?" - Bobb Darnell, Association for Middle Level Learning (AMLE)


PLC's Taking the Next Step

I was able to sit in for part of the 5/6 ELA PLC meeting, and it was exciting to see their plan for the next month of school.  After reflecting with them, the video we watched at our last In-service stuck with them, and they created a common assessment centered around a specific area they, as a team, felt students needed the most improvement.  They planned for when they would administer the assessment, and how, and also when they will review the results as a team and plan for instruction to address areas of need.  This is exciting work (theory in action).


HUGE News!  Our Math Teams Continue Their Dominance!

Congratulations to the following students who took FIRST PLACE in the STATE in the Wisconsin Mathematics Council Math Meet - Class C.  However, not only did Poynette take first in the Class C division, the team also came in 2nd place out of all of the Class AA, Class A, and Class B teams.  Fifteen teams competed from across the state.  The Poynette Math Team consists of eighth graders Aaron D., Emma L., Capri L., and Jameson M. along with seventh graders Avalyn A., Addysen B., Jacob D., and Katelyn M.

Named to the 1st Team All State is Aaron D., Capri L., and Emma L.  Named to the 2nd Team all-state is Jameson M. and Jacob D.  Congratulations Mathletes!




STAR Testing Window

The Spring STAR Testing Window opens on Monday, and students will be taking the Reading and Math tests in their respective ELA and Math classes.  Most of these days are on the calendar and do not affect others besides the class they are taking the tests in, however, it's just good to be aware these important assessments will be taking place.  We'll be sharing overall results, along with growth measures before the end of the school year.


22-23 School Supply List

I wanted to reshare an email that was sent by Marie Klink about the 22-23 school supply lists.  Please update the lists for the areas in which you teach.  Thank you!


Please take a moment to review the school supply list that's on the website and make the necessary changes for the 22-23.  The school year currently showing on the list will be changed when all updates are completed.


Final Carelli Cup Event

We are in the beginning stages of planning for a larger Olympic-style Carelli Cup final event.  We are tentatively planning for the afternoon of Friday, May 27.  Mrs. Moe, Mr. Williams, and the Student Leadership team are shaping up to be the planning leaders, but everyone ideas and feedback are welcome.  Our mission is to have each Homeroom have a rep to participate in a whole variety of competitions (academic, artistic, athletic, creative, etc.) that will take place, with each member contributing in some way.  We'll keep track and find a winning team at the end.  More information to follow.


In Case You Missed It...

A nice ARTICLE in the Portage Daily Register about the upcoming leadership changes in our school district.


Assembly Fun!










Images from the Week

Twins!




















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The Middle Update 5/8/22

Happy Mother's Day to all of the mothers out there, and to everybody's mom as well.  It is looking to be a hot week this week...we'll see how any complaints of the cold turn into complaints of the heat when the mercury reaches the mid 80's.  No matter the weather, we control the energy and atmosphere inside each classroom and the school.  Let's make it another great week at PMS.


Resource of the Week

As we look ahead to taking the next steps to being part of high functioning PLC's that move the mark on student achievement in our classrooms, we'll continue to explore the characteristics of effective collaboration.  The article this week takes a deep dive into the characteristics of effective Professional Learning Communities.  The heart of each meeting should center around at least one of the 4 critical questions 1.  What do we want students to know?  2.  How do we know if they know it?  3. What do we do when they don't learn it?  4.  How do we do, or how do we extend, when they do learn it?

The article this week takes our learning further.

"Is Your PLC Ready to Succeed?" - Bobb Darnell, Association for Middle Level Learning (AMLE)


PLC's Taking the Next Step

I was able to sit in for part of the 5/6 ELA PLC meeting, and it was exciting to see their plan for the next month of school.  After reflecting with them, the video we watched at our last In-service stuck with them, and they created a common assessment centered around a specific area they, as a team, felt students needed the most improvement.  They planned for when they would administer the assessment, and how, and also when they will review the results as a team and plan for instruction to address areas of need.  This is exciting work (theory in action).


HUGE News!  Our Math Teams Continue Their Dominance!

Congratulations to the following students who took FIRST PLACE in the STATE in the Wisconsin Mathematics Council Math Meet - Class C.  However, not only did Poynette take first in the Class C division, the team also came in 2nd place out of all of the Class AA, Class A, and Class B teams.  Fifteen teams competed from across the state.  The Poynette Math Team consists of eighth graders Aaron D., Emma L., Capri L., and Jameson M. along with seventh graders Avalyn A., Addysen B., Jacob D., and Katelyn M.

Named to the 1st Team All State is Aaron D., Capri L., and Emma L.  Named to the 2nd Team all-state is Jameson M. and Jacob D.  Congratulations Mathletes!




STAR Testing Window

The Spring STAR Testing Window opens on Monday, and students will be taking the Reading and Math tests in their respective ELA and Math classes.  Most of these days are on the calendar and do not affect others besides the class they are taking the tests in, however, it's just good to be aware these important assessments will be taking place.  We'll be sharing overall results, along with growth measures before the end of the school year.


22-23 School Supply List

I wanted to reshare an email that was sent by Marie Klink about the 22-23 school supply lists.  Please update the lists for the areas in which you teach.  Thank you!


Please take a moment to review the school supply list that's on the website and make the necessary changes for the 22-23.  The school year currently showing on the list will be changed when all updates are completed.


Final Carelli Cup Event

We are in the beginning stages of planning for a larger Olympic-style Carelli Cup final event.  We are tentatively planning for the afternoon of Friday, May 27.  Mrs. Moe, Mr. Williams, and the Student Leadership team are shaping up to be the planning leaders, but everyone ideas and feedback are welcome.  Our mission is to have each Homeroom have a rep to participate in a whole variety of competitions (academic, artistic, athletic, creative, etc.) that will take place, with each member contributing in some way.  We'll keep track and find a winning team at the end.  More information to follow.


In Case You Missed It...

A nice ARTICLE in the Portage Daily Register about the upcoming leadership changes in our school district.


Assembly Fun!










Images from the Week

Twins!