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Thank you to Mrs. Poss, Mrs. Weis, and Ms. Sampson for your dedication to helping our students succeed. Your tireless efforts in coaching and guiding them have truly made a significant impact on their academic growth and confidence.

To celebrate their success last weekend, students were given a pizza party lunch for all their hard work preparing for the Brain Bowl competition. The students also enjoyed the movie Zootopia!

The Akron H.S. Knowledge Bowl team won the Region 7 1A division on Saturday. This will automatically qualify them for State Knowledge Bowl. Members of the Knowledge Bowl team are Elyse Jackson, Haylee Roseberry, Carl McGuire and Shirley West.

Great job Rams! We are proud of you!!

This week our preschool had a special visitor, Ms. Holly, that taught us about taking good care of our teeth and what foods are healthy and not so healthy for our teeth.

Today, the elementary enjoyed the Book of the Month, "Be Kind". This moving story explores what kindness is, and how any act, big or small, can make a difference, or at least help a friend.

Winners of the free copy of "Be Kind" were Axzel Vasquez and Solace Summers.

On Blue Friday, we held our monthly Big Buddy groups. The Town of Akron asked if our student body could help them with a project by providing their idea of a "Dream Park". The students used a large puzzle piece and magazine clippings to create a wish list of items they would like to see in their park.

Students also worked together to contribute to the heart tree bulletin board, by writing their name and a few things they love about the Akron School on a heart.

The 4th graders got their game faces on for a Super Bowl showdown! They were divided into two teams and racked up points throughout the week! After a crazy competitive race all week the Kansas City Chiefs emerged victorious and snagged their “Super Bowl Rings” along with the Vince Lombardi trophy!

The Akron kids did well in the Regional Spelling Bee that was held on Wednesday in Brush. They had some very tough competition! Izzy Hill tied for 4th. Elijah and Abigail Ewell were given challenging words in earlier rounds, and Marret Caraway was ready in case she was needed! Overall, we are very proud of our Akron spellers!

Mr. Johnson's building trades class has been showcasing their cabinetry skills, by constructing a new countertop/cabinet area for Neighbors Hardware here in Akron. Pictured are owner Steve Albert, Anderson Filla, Wesley Lewis and Terran Couch.

Akron FBLA had a very successful day at the District 3 Leadership Conference.

District 3 Leadership Results

$250 Scholarship

Carley Hase

Accounting I

Zach Bowin- 6th

Accounting II

Caleb Poss- 3rd, Anderson Filla- 4th and Tyler Murphy- 6th

Agribusiness

Anderson Filla- 7th

Business Communication

Shirley West- 10th

Business Management

Parch Lozano-2nd

Business Plan

Shirley West-4th and Alex Galindo-5th

Client Service

Malia Dracon-2nd

Computer Problem Solving

Kason Brent-6th

Cyber Security

Clay Axtell-5th, Jace Curtis-7th and Jakzon Livesay-10th

Economics

Alex Galindo-2nd

Electronic Career Portfolio

Joy West-1st

Sierra Brown-3rd

Financial Math

Caleb Hansen-2nd and Merek Charney-3rd

Future Business Leader

Carley Hase-1st

Impromptu Speaking

McKenna Lucero-3rd

Introduction to Business Concepts

Parch Lozano-1st

Introduction to Business Presentation

Payton Marshall, Kolten Randel, Madison Woods-7th and Jax Kusel, Kyle Cline-9th

Introduction to Business Procedures

Kyle Cline-5th, Josie Shook-6th, Kaisey Eidsness-7th and Kolten Strand-10th

Introduction to Event Planning

Mackenzie Fincher, AnnMarie Stahn-3rd and Kaisey Eidsness, Mason Garrett-7th

Introduction to Financial Math

Zach Bowin-4th

Introduction to Information Technology

Eli Hart-1st and Kason Brent-3rd

Introduction to Parliamentary Procedure

Josie Shook-5th

Introduction to Public Speaking

Molly O’Neil-1st and Kashlee Randel-2nd

Personal Finance

Clay Axtell-10th

Public Speaking

Caleb Poss-4th and Taylor Benish-7th

Sales Presentation

Jace Curtis, Caleb Hansen, Jakzon Livesay-8th and Terran Couch, Darin Knutzen, James Vorce-10th

Sports and Entertainment Management

Edward Brush, Carter Lucero, Mikenna Weers-5th

Spreadsheet Applications

Merek Charney-1st

UX Design

Aubree Bulik-6th

The MS Lady Rams hosted Caliche on Wednesday. The A and B teams played with heart and hustle, but couldn't overcome the Buffaloes . Overall, it was a great team effort for all involved!

The girls will travel to Fort Morgan on Monday, starting at 4:30.

The MS wrestling team continues to shine on the mat, demonstrating impressive skills and sportsmanship throughout the season. Their hard work and dedication have not gone unnoticed, and they are eager to showcase their talents in their upcoming tournament.

The MS Akron Bash, which will be hosted by our team on Monday, February 10th, starting at 1 PM.

Last Friday, the Pom team held their winter mini pom clinic. They had 22 girls who learned a routine to "Favorite Hits of Grease" mixed by DJ Eat My Beatz and choreographed by Coach Brie Sampson.

Way to go girls!!

Akron will host Regional Wrestling, today, February 7th and tomorrow, February 8th starting at 9am.

Come out and support our Ram wrestlers as they take on the best in the region. Let's pack the gym and cheer them on to victory! Go Rams!

Last Friday, the Rams faced off against SedgeCo. The JV Boys, Varsity Boys, and Varsity Girls all showcased their skills and determination, putting forth great effort on the court. Despite their hard work, the teams were unable to secure a win.

This week, the Rams hosted Haxtun, where all levels had the opportunity to gain valuable experience. Both varsity matches were thrilling, with each ending in a nail-biting 1-point loss at the buzzer. The close scores reflect the teams' resilience and potential as they continue to develop throughout the season.

The Rams will travel to Byers on Friday afternoon to take on the Bulldogs.

Mark your calendars for next Thursday, February 13th, when the Rams will host a "Battle of the Rams" against Merino, starting at 4:00 PM.