Brockett Bulletin

Superintendent Communication: May 19, 2023

Science Experiences!

Grandhaven’s kindergarten classes visited Miller Woods this week for a sunny look at animal habitats.

See the MSD Facebook page for more photos!

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Magnifiers help get a close-up look at the lemon balm.

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Super exciting to catch a Cinnabar moth!

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A walking stick was found in the pond!

Mac High Engineering Fair

On Thursday, May 18, students in the Engineering and Aerospace Science Academy (EASA) shared their capstone projects for the year as part of the Career Pathway Showcase.

See more photos on the MSD Facebook page!

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Student projects included an assembly line with individual components created by seven different teams.

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Another project featured a prototype haptic VR glove.

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Students were on hand to explain their projects and answer questions.

Career Pathway Showcase

Students in various MHS Career Pathways showcased their work and staged a sale of goods produced. Items for sale include artworks, ceramics, metalworks, wood projects, plants and more.

The sale continues Friday, May 19, from 4 - 8 p.m. and Saturday, May 20, from 8 a.m. - noon.

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Horticulture students grew seedlings in the greenhouse.

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Health Services students provided free blood pressure testing.

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Fabrication students created a variety of sculptures, plant stands, rebar key rings and more.

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Wascher Library Upgrade

Shoutout to Wascher for winning $5,000 from the Laura Bush Foundation for America’s Libraries! The grant will be used to revitalize the school’s library collection.

Find out more here.

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Can You Feel the Love Tonight?

Students from music teacher Tegan Johnson’s afterschool theatre program at Grandhaven staged a spectacular production of “The Lion King” this week!

Supported by funds from The Keikis and the McMinnville Music, the 4th and 5th grade students were involved with every aspect of the production including creating the props and artwork. Congratulations, thespians!

Patton's Production of "Frozen, JR."!

With a large cast, including several students from district elementary schools, and audience participation activities (including pre-show "Royalty Party"!), Patton staged a fabulous production of the beloved story of two sisters and their brave quest to save their kingdom.

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Families of 5th Grade Students

Don’t forget next week’s Family Open House at Patton and Duniway for rising 6th grade students on Tuesday, May 23 from 5:30 - 7 p.m.

The event is intended to help families understand what to expect in middle school. Earlier in the day, students will have visited the school for tours and other information, but they are welcome to attend the evening event as well.