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(8/28): We are proud to recognize students who have gone above and beyond to show kindness to their classmates. From offering a helping hand to sharing words of encouragement, these Warriors are making a positive difference in our classrooms and hallways each day. Congratulations to our students for leading with kindness and setting a wonderful example for others—keep shining, Warriors!

(8/28): Mrs. Ritchie, our school counselor, went into 5th grade classrooms this week and talked with students about the role of the counselor, best times to see the counselor, emergency situations, and confidentiality. Students also had the opportunity to learn more about each other by tossing and catching a thumb ball and telling their classmates about themselves.

(8/27): The National Beta School of Distinction Award is an honor for Beta clubs striving towards academic achievement, exemplary character, demonstrated leadership and service to others. With an ongoing quest to instill these qualities in more students, the National Beta School of Distinction Award is designed to award those schools that show an increase in membership for the current school year. National Beta is proud to recognize an outstanding 2,946 schools as 2024-2025 National Beta School of Distinction recipients.
Join us in celebrating the special 22% of Beta Clubs from across the Nation who earned this award by increasing their club membership 10% from the previous school year.
Award recipients receive a congratulatory letter, a digital badge, press release, and a National Beta School of Distinction banner to proudly display in their school.
Congratulations to the 2024-2025 School of Distinction Winners.

(8/27): Mr. Anderson’s fifth graders have been reading Number the Stars, a powerful story set during World War II. After completing the novel, students took an Accelerated Reader (AR) test to check their comprehension and reflect on the book’s themes. The story has sparked meaningful discussions about courage, friendship, and history, while also helping students grow as thoughtful and independent readers.

(8/26): Mrs. Corley’s fifth grade students are diving into an exciting novel study with I Survived the Eruption of Mount St. Helens. Through this book, students are building reading comprehension skills, expanding vocabulary, and making connections to history and science. The adventure of the story is keeping readers engaged while also sparking great classroom discussions.