Special events coming up
Posted on March 30 2023March 30, 2023 Dear families, We have a busy week coming up and we wanted to let you know about some new things that have been added to the calendar. Tuesday, April 4 All students…
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2023
Parent Teacher Interviews
Posted on March 27 2023Parent-teacher Interviews will be Wednesday, March 29, from 4 - 6:30 pm at Spring Glen Junior High School. We will have a sign-up sheet at each teacher's classroom, so you can feel free to go visit…
Manners matter: say thank you
Posted on February 28 2023This week's manner from Brooke Romney's book "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens" is: SAY THANK YOU. "There are a lot of people in this world who go out of their way to help you. Expressing gratitude…
Manners Matter: Make a great first impression
Posted on February 13 2023"When you meet someone, shake their hand firmly, smile, look them in the eye, and say, "Hi. My name is..." " This is a skill you can practice! *From Brooke Romney's book "52 Modern Manners for Today's…
Basketball Division Playoffs
Posted on February 10 2023Click here for the schedules for the Division finals. Girls will be at Raymond Junior High on Monday. (Championship Tuesday) Younger Boys will be at Magrath High School on Monday. (Championship Tuesday)…
Ski Trip February 28
Posted on February 1 2023Our annual trip to Castle Mountain is coming up the end of this month. Permission forms have been sent home and need to be signed and in ASAP. We cannot allow a student to ski without this. Costs: Lessons…
Manners Matter: Be a great houseguest
Posted on January 24 2023"Being able to stay in someone's home for an extended period of time is such a wonderful service! It saves so much money, hassle, and time on your part. It also creates a lot of extra work and stress…
2022
Manners Matter: You attract what you put into the…
Posted on December 19 2022This is actually the manner we started our whole program with. It's one of Mr. Barfuss' favorites because it summarizes so much of what manners are about: treating others the way we would want to be treated. …
No Book Fair? No problem.
Posted on December 9 2022It's the time of year when we usually do our Scholastic Book Fair -- but we aren't holding one anymore. Don't worry, we still have a way for you to get new books for all the people in your life and…
Manners Matter: Friendship takes time and work
Posted on November 28 2022"Don't be impatient when it comes to quality connection," Brooke Romney says in her book "52 Modern Manners for Today's Teens". "If you want to build strong bonds, you have to put in the time." She cites…
Manners matter: Be inclusive
Posted on November 21 2022This week we're focusing on making others feel included. Focusing on one or two people in a group makes others feel unwelcome. You can introduce yourself to the whole group, or if you need to talk to…
Manners Matter: Know Yourself.
Posted on November 15 2022Know Yourself! If someone asks you what is new, or what you like to do for fun, have an answer. There's no "right" answer, but come up with something better than "I don't know"! From Brooke Romney's…
Manners Matter: apologize right
Posted on November 1 2022As a perfect followup to last week's manner of taking responsibility for our mistakes, this week's manner is "apologize right" -- be sincere, take ownership for problems, and try to make amends. If you're…
Manners Matter: take ownership of your mistakes
Posted on October 24 2022This week's manner is one all ages can work on: "Take ownership of your mistakes. In a situation that hasn't gone well, take responsibility for your part. Don't give excuses. Don't blame the referee or…
Picture Day
Posted on October 19 2022We will be starting with our photographer by 9 am!
Basketball season
Posted on October 18 2022We are gearing up for basketball season! Practices will begin in early November. A schedule will be posted as soon as it is created. Please be sure to get permission forms in early -- students without…
Manners Matter: Acknowledge adults
Posted on October 17 2022This week's manner is "Acknowledge Adults." It might seem easier to avoid your friend's parents, or let mom do the talking in social situations with adults. But you show kindness and maturity when you…
Manners matter: Be Aware
Posted on October 11 2022This week's manner is about watching out for each other. When we're little, we tend to tell adults everything. As we become teenagers, we often say less to adults about what's going on. That's okay, but…
Crazy Hair day Thursday
Posted on October 3 2022Wear a wig, break out your best bedhead, or use up the hairspray! Everyone will be sporting fun hairdos Thursday, October 6.
Manners Matter: Be on time
Posted on September 26 2022Being on time shows good time management, responsibility, and consideration for others. Plan ahead. Set reminders. Let people know if you’re behind. Everyone’s time is valuable. *From Brooke…