Weekly Update
August 8th, 2023
A Message from the Principal
Two Weeks Left in the Semester!
We can’t believe it, but there are only two weeks left in the 1st semester! Many families have reached out asking how they can help their student improve their grades — so if you’ve been wondering the same thing, here’s what we’ve been sharing:
1. Come to school.
Attendance is key! You can’t learn the material or get caught up if you aren’t here.
2. Use class time wisely.
Pay attention, ask questions, and use your work time to complete assignments.
3. Turn work in on time.
Use your planner or calendar to track due dates and stay organized.
4. Organize your backpack.
Keep a system for papers you still need to finish at home — it makes a big difference!
5. Do your homework.
Our ASAP program is a great option for this — offered Monday through Thursday until 4:30 PM. It keeps students in the routine of working at school and helps prevent falling behind.
6. Turn in quality work.
Effort matters! Make sure assignments are complete and reflect your best work.
7. Study for tests.
Even open-book or open-note tests require review — make sure notes and materials are easy to find.
8. Don’t wait until the end of the semester to worry about grades.
Starting early gives students time to make meaningful improvements.
Ms. Andrews and I are always happy to meet with students and parents to create plans and routines for success. Please don’t hesitate to reach out — we’re here to help every student finish the semester strong!
Reminder for games ALL students must pay to get in - Admission prices are $5/Adult, $5/Student (K-12)
If your child is planning to attend a lot of the home boys and girls basketball games you might want to look at getting them a pass. A pass for all Middle School games would be $35 and can be purchased from Linda in the office. If you would like a middle school and a high school pass those are $60 for a student.
Girls Basketball-
League Tournament- 7th-grade girls wrapped up their season on Saturday with a hard fight against Atchison, but unfortunately fell short of advancing to Monday's games.
8th-Grade girls beat St. Marys on Saturday to advance to Monday's games they will play at 4:30 on Monday at Hiawatha High School. If they win, they will advance to the championship.
Boys Wrestling-
12/9- League Meet at Perry- the boys will leave at 11:30- they will get a sack lunch from the school if they would like a lunch, if not, please plan to pack them food for the meet.
Wrestling will start at 1pm
Boys Basketball-
Practice will begin on December 10th - all students wanting to go out for basketball MUST have a Sports Physical on file in the office and must pay their athletic fee. Call Linda in the office if you have any questions.
At the conclusion of the first practice on Wednesday, December 10th, there will be a parent meeting around 6 pm at the Middle School- please plan to attend.
Girls Wrestling-
Practice will start on December 10th at the wrestling room- girls MUST have a Sports Physical on file and have their athletic fee paid.
