The Panther Prowl
8/21/23
Welcome to Mt. Nebo!
Students and Parents,
We feel the school year has started off well and students are ready to learn! We appreciate our teachers for the hard work they have put in to have classes and lesson's ready. The Panther Prowl is a weekly newsletter that is sent out usually on Monday afternoons and includes all the informationa about what is going on at the school! It is sent to all students and parents, who have included e-mail addreses. We would love to have all students and parents follow us on our social media sites:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mt-Nebo-Junior-High/285045584930180
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MtNeboJr
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mtnebomiddleschool?igshid=OGIzYTJhMTRmYQ==
So far this summer we have been introducing our new teachers on our website and social media. If you haven't had a chance to check them out, you can look at: https://mnms.nebo.edu/
How parents can help their student succeed in middle school
In the high-pressure, high-stakes game of school, it can be difficult to know which parenting strategies really promote learning. A successful experience in school is not only about report cards. Ideally your child will learn how to learn, retain information, think independently, ask questions and develop an increasing sense of competence. Here are some guidelines for making sure you start on the right foot and keep enthusiasm and momentum high throughout the school year.
Key Values
There is so much to think about each school year, but above all else, these simple rules can help keep you focused on what’s most important for school success.
Do
- Focus on the process, not the product.
- Encourage kids to self-advocate.
- Keep a long-term perspective.
- Maintain a healthy sleep schedule.
- Love the child you have, not the child you wish you had.
Don’t
- Overschedule.
- Worship grades.
- Encourage helplessness.
- Compare kids to one another.
- Love kids based on their performance.
This is taken from an article called:
How to Help Your Child Succeed at School
By Jessica Lahey
https://www.nytimes.com/guides/smarterliving/help-your-child-succeed-at-school
Bus Reminders
A good portion of our school students ride a bus to and from school. We want to remind parents and students of a few things!
-Know your bus number!
-Line up in the appropriate lines after school.
-Students need to stay on concrete sidewalk.
-No pushing or shoving to get on the bus.
-Be aware and watch for your bus- you will have less than 7 minutes before it leaves.
-Students may only ride a different bus in emergency situations and we must know at the beginning of the day. We need acknowledgement from both student's parents before proceeding.
What Students did in the Summer!
Wyatt Mills
Wyatt went to a secret mining cave! He said it was full of water but super cool!
Irelyn Maloy
Irelynn Maloy went to Girl Scout Horseback Riding Camp for a week and learned all about horses.I also got to do the High Ropes Course and faced my fear of heights!'
Marlee Shakespear
Marlee performed with her show choir at California Adventure this summer!!!
Korbin Duckworth
Korbin “Dutch” and Cooper Duckworth went to London and Paris on a family vacation.
Cooper Duckworth
Korbin “Dutch” and Cooper Duckworth went to London and Paris on a family vacation.
Lexie Adams
Here is Lexie Adams playing in the river in Oregon on their way to an Alaskan cruise!
Tolman Mikesell
Here's a pic of Tolman Mikesell boating and tubing this summer in Island Park, Idaho.
Shad Engh
By the looks of it, Shad Engh should be plenty rested from his summer slumber!
Eli Ugarte
Eli Ugarte hiked and biked Bryce Canyon! We love the shirt! That is a beautiful place to visit!
Attendance Reminders
Absences may be excused either by calling 801-465-6040, replying to the attendance emails, or sending in a note (within two school days).
Important Dates!
Aug. 25th- Picture Day! Bring your smiles.
Sept. 11th through15th is "Kindness Week!"
Sept. 14th Parent Teacher Conference's- 3:30 - 7:00pm
Drama Competition Team
Hey 7th Graders! Wishing you had something fun to do after school? Come audition for the Drama Competition team! Be in a musical number or star in a scene. We compete against other middle and jr high schools in our district - last year we placed in three divisions! Auditions are August 30th. Come be a part of this year's awesome team - See Mrs. Schofield for an audition packet and more details!
Afterschool Clubs
This year's after-school Boys & Girls Clubs will start on Tuesday, August 22, and will run every school day Tuesdays-Fridays starting at 2:45. There are buses that can take students home at 4:40 or you can make your own arrangements for students to get home. Students can participate for free in clubs that include crafts, STEM, underwater robotics, lacrosse, card/board games, ping pong, math, science, rollerblading etc. Students receive snacks before and after the club each day. More details to come! Please register (for FREE) before clubs start at the following website: www.bgcutah.org/mtnebo
If you have any questions, please contact todd.claybaugh@nebo.edu
Question of the Week
For this week's question of the week? What are the 3 options for school lunch on Thursday, Aug. 24th?
Also, we will still accept last weeks pictures! Please send in a picture of what you did this summer! Please include a note on where it was and what you were doing! It can be anything! Even if you spent the summer on the couch! We just like to get to know our students better! Also, those who send in a picture will get a treat!
All answers for the "Question of the Week" need to be sent to Blake.mortensen@nebo.edu
Lunch Menu
About Us
GO PANTHERS!
MNMS adheres to Nebo School District policy in regards to discrimination and/or harassment issues (Spanish version).
Website: mnms.nebo.edu
Location: 851 W. 450 S. Payson, Utah 84651
Phone: (801) 465-6040
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/pages/Mt-Nebo-Junior-High/285045584930180
Twitter: https://twitter.com/MtNeboJr
Instagram: https://instagram.com/mtnebomiddleschool?igshid=OGIzYTJhMTRmYQ==