Mrs. Berry's 8th graders recently gave speeches in class. They took on the role of abolitionists, who wanted freedom for all people in slavery, invited by the Northern delegates to the Constitutional Convention. They gave speeches to their classmates (playing the role of the delegates) to convince them to end slavery with the creation of the new U.S. Constitution.
Do you know someone who would be interested in a long-term substitute position? Please forward them our way!
See our website for more information and our current vacancies for next school year!
Mark your calendar for these yummy breakfast items coming during National School Breakfast week March 4-8th!
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Get ready - our Book Fair starts TWO weeks from today!
Boys grades 3-5 - sign up for Let Me Run!
This Sunday...
Thank you Officer Harris !
Spring Picture Day is NEXT THURSDAY, Feb 22nd, mark your calendar! Ordering online is easy, visit inter-state.com/order using Order Code 85571EF.
6th grade finished their unit on Ancient China last week and celebrated Chinese New Year on Monday with tea and fortune cookies and a chopstick competition.
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!
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!
See our Reels for a great video!
Mrs. Carter's 2nd Grade art students finished their paper mache mask-making project this week! They did an amazing job creating animal faces!
Last week in STEM...6th Grade made model seismographs, 3rd Grade stacked cups and 1st and 4th grades made hexbug mazes.
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.
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.
