Hornet Happenings
Mid-March 2018
From the Principal
Learning in Action
Mrs. Dutcher's Science Class
Mr. Weeks' Choir Class
Ms. Madden's Social Studies Class
Counselor's Corner
Transition activities for current 5th graders are being planned and finalized! More information regarding enrollment paperwork, parent night, and middle school visit day will be shared soon.
Responsible Thinking Classroom
America and Me Essay Contest
Top ten “America and Me” essay winners from left to right: Gracen, Madison, Logan, Renae, Tala, Claire, Hannah, Sophie, Gwen, and Aiden.
Steve Berg from Farm Bureau Insurance congratulates first place winner Hannah P.
M-Step Testing
After we return from spring break testing will begin for all students. In many of their classes preparation is taking place for the state mandated testing. We recommend that students get plenty of rest prior to the testing and also have a healthy breakfast.
8th Grade
April 16 - ELA (estimated 2 hours)
April 18 - Math (estimated 2 hours)
April 19 - Science (estimated 45 min)
April 20 - Social Studies (estimated 30 min x 2 parts)
7th Grade
May 1 - ELA (estimated 2 hours)
May 2 - Math (estimated 2 hours)
6th Grade
May 15 - ELA (estimated 2 hours)
May 16 - Math (estimated 2 hours)
February Students of the Month
Math Highlights
Math Counts Team
Third Place Winners in Team Chapter Competition
Individual State Competitiors
Students in 7th grade math classes celebrate Pi Day on 3/14!
School Improvement
Explicit vocabulary instruction is a consistent practice grades 6-8 in all content areas. Teachers and students are using word walls, graphic organizers, and common review practices to support students' reading comprehension.