4th Grade Teacher Sasha Courtney was nominated for the Illinois State Board of Education (ISBE) 2024 Those Who Excel & Teacher of the Year Awards. She was honored with the Award of Meritorious Service.
Educators presented with the Award of Meritorious Service have shaped their school community for the better. These educators frequently employ their talents and passions, but also strive to be of service in unfamiliar domains. They have taken on leadership opportunities and their accomplishments are known and valued by multiple populations: colleagues, students, parents, and school leaders.
Congratulations Ms. Courtney!
Ed Cockrell, a former paralympic competitor, came to speak to Mrs. Runyon's 6th grade classes as they begin their study of Ancient Greece. He shows his memorabilia and a DVD of competition in Athens, Greece where he earned a Silver medal.
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Last week Mrs. Liszewski's 5th grade class prepped for the Super Bowl by using their inferencing skills to find out who stole the jinxed jersey. They also added and subtracted fractions in order to uncover who she was cheering for at this years Super Bowl. While completing these tasks, they also learned fun facts about the Super Bowl. There was even a halftime show!
Last week in STEM...6th Grade made model seismographs, 3rd Grade stacked cups and 1st and 4th grades made hexbug mazes.
Mrs. Carter's 2nd Grade art students finished their paper mache mask-making project this week! They did an amazing job creating animal faces!
Friday was 1st Grader Beckett's last day of chemo! 1st Grade celebrated with donuts and a Fire Truck! Students & Staff were encouraged to wear red (Beckett's favorite color) or their "Beckett's Battalion" shirts to show their support! Congratulations Beckett!
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We're excited to encourage children in our community to unlock their creative potential this #summer at @CampInvention! Coming to Smithton School from June 3 to June 7, 2024, this #STEM program fosters self-confidence and gives children the resources to explore their big ideas! To register, visit invent.org/mylocalcamp. New Registrants can use code SUM25 to save $25 and Alumni can use code SUM35 to save $35! Discount ends 2/15.
Persevering through Puzzles in January. A Character Council challenge.
Registration Now Open!
Today is Safer Internet Day. Safer Internet Day aims to not only create a safer internet but also a better internet, where everyone is empowered to use technology responsibly, respectfully, critically and creatively.
https://saferinternetday.us/family-program/
Here can find a free virtual session titled "Smart Digital Parenting: Navigating Screens with Children & Teens" that you may find beneficial as well as other resources and activities.
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Mrs. Carter and the Art Club hosted their Snacks and Splatters fundraising event last week for grades K-2. The students had so much fun painting and eating snacks with friends. Thank you to everyone who participated!
Cougar Trivia information for grades 5-8. Forms can also be found on the Virtual Backpack.
Next Friday February 9th!
1 week from today - Wednesday, February 7th is World Read-Aloud Day. Come to school dressed as your favorite book character!
Now hiring for the 2024-25 school year!
Last Week in STEM... 1st Grade experimented with magnets, Kindergarten made insects from play-doh, 6th Grade 3D printed dinosaurs and 7th grade built notecard towers.
As part of our auction, our 2nd grade teachers offered a PJ's, pizza & movie night. Thursday evening was the night of fun and the kids had a blast! They even did a little dancing at the end. What a great night!
To foster teamwork & creativity, Character Council challenged classes to work together to create a unique puzzle. Here is a peek at Ms. Hedrick's class!