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(9/10): Ms. Swain’s sixth-grade STEM students used JoySchooler to explore the Feynman Technique, learning that explaining an idea in simple words can reveal what they truly understand, where they’re stuck, and how to think more deeply.
Think you can explain it simply? Test yourself at joyschooler.com/course/learning-science/lesson/feynman!

(9/10): Our school is launching a student-led prevention designed to strengthen the school climate, enhance student well-being, and foster a culture of care. The school-wide program component is titled P.A.T.H, which Mrs. Ritchie will discuss in lessons within classrooms.

(9/10): Ms. Swain’s science classes wrapped up Newton’s First Law of Motion with a CRASH!
Students put their engineering skills to the test by designing cars with limited materials, all with one mission: protect the egg during a crash!
The results? About 50% survived… and 50% became scrambled science.
Either way, inertia definitely made an impact!

(9/9): Progress Reports go home with PMS students today.

(9/9): Pontotoc City School District is now contacting parents/guardians when a student reaches 3 or more absences. These communications are intended to provide attendance reminders, support families, and help prevent chronic absenteeism.
Please review the attached Family Guide to Understanding Mississippi Attendance Laws for important information about attendance requirements, referrals, and interventions for the 2026–2027 school year.