Bear Blast
For the Week of Nov 27, 2023
Working together; succeeding together.
Snow Fort Season
We have been pretty lucky this winter. To date we have really only had fall like weather, but the white stuff has slowly started making its appearance. With the arrival of the snow, the snow forts have begun springing up. Nothing brings out the resilience of our students than building, fixing, and rebuilding snow forts. As always we are asking our students to adhere to the PPCS Snow Fort Code. Take some time to review it with your child, the staff will be reviewing it at the school as well. Snow forts are a true staple of winter at PPCS, we look forward to what our students can produce.
Edsby
Edsby allows you to check on your child's current progress in their classes. Check our family handbook (link below) for a key to the completion codes that you will see in Edsby.
If you are having trouble accessing Edsby for any reason, contact the school and we will do our best to problem-solve with you.
Around PPCS
Save the Date (Dec 1)
Grades 7-12.
$30 entry fee (Team of 5 or 6)
Sign up at the office by Nov 21.
Bears Volunteer
Last week our Junior Girls Volleyball team pitched in to help out at the Sunset Club. They gave it a good clean and even put up some Christmas decorations.
Science 7 Solving Real World Problems
In science 7, we have been looking at separating mixtures. We decided to use what we learned as well as some skills they learned in other classes to solve a real world problem. Our custodians constantly battle with the floor sink in their room plugging up with mop fibers. This problem is made worse by the fact that our RO system drains into this as well. If it is plugged and the RO system dumps, the is a very real threat that our gym floor could flood. The students were tasked with designing and prototyping (using our 3D printers) a solution to this problem. They used Fusion360 to design their solutions and then will print and test them out. Stay tuned!
Note: we have actually solved the problem, but the students don't know that yet.
HN and EP are problem solving how to draft a given piece. NC looks on in support.
HH working to create a circle pattern on her group's prototype. AE learns how to run the software.
HN, CG, and AY have a very different approach to the issue.
Are You Worried About Your Kids and Social Media?
We all are. To help us navigate this new world, we have booked Madison Cameron, a renowned speaker on the topic, to speak at PPCS on Dec 13.
This presentation is developed for parents and caregivers to help give them a better understanding of how kids use and perceive Social Media. In this presentation parents and caregivers will gain insight into apps that youth are using that adults may not be aware of as well as some of the ways Social Media can change the way youth perceive themselves and the world around them. It will also highlight that the differences in the human experience between youth and their parents/caregivers is not as great as what many believe. The wants and needs of children and their parents/caregivers (when they were children) have not changed. It is the adult perspective and thoughtful strategies that need to change in order to strengthen connections with those lost in their handheld devices.
This presentation is for parents, caregivers, and community members only. Due to the nature of the content, Madison has asked that students not attend the parent session. Students will have their own session that afternoon.
Next Staff vs. Student is
Family Calendar
Volunteers and Athletes of the Month
Volunteer of the month.
Ms. Fendelet is new to Bears Athletics but has been quick to pick up the ball. She been adding her experience with volleyball by helping out coaching as well as officiating. She demonstrates the benefits of what extra curricular activities can bring to students, school and the building of lifelong relationships. Thank you for your help and good luck in your future in teaching and athletics.
Athletes of the Month
Amanda Mielke is one of our athletes of the month through her outstanding work in volleyball. Amanda is a skilled player but her biggest asset is her attitude, work ethic, refusal to quit, and motivation she brings to her squad. She is the type of player others respect her craft and listen to. Good work Amanda.
Ava Tiedjens is a very hard-working athlete. She always gives her full effort both at practice and during games. She is a positive leader on her team and helps build her teammates up to help them play better. She is always working to improve her play and takes feedback well. Nice job Ava.
Community Events
Hot Lunches
Check Your Punch Card Balance
Please note, as we get used to this new system, please be aware that punch card balances may be up to 1 week behind.
Once you click the link below and find your child's account number, you will see a number to the left of their account number (i.e. 17). That number will not change, so you only have to remember that number going forward.
We hope that this will help our families.
Scan me to check your punch card balance.
Jigs and Carolines are Back
Wednesday - Jigs
Popcorn Chicken & Fries (served with ketchup)
$7.00
Fridays - Carolines
To Be Determined, Stay Tuned.