Wednesday, October 28, 2020

 

It's starting to get cold outside, so please dress appropriately! Dig out those cold weather items: coat, maybe a hat, mittens or gloves.

 

A quick reminder that after 7:35 students are not allowed to use their phones again until 2:30.

 

Join the LEAP programs! Find more information on the Wash website and sign up on the board outside the principal's office! Coming up next week on November 2nd and 3rd, you can come and learn about el Dio de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. We will learn more about this special day that originates from Mexico and other Latin American countries. Students will make sugar skull luminaries, a decorative banner, and color pages while watching the film Coco. 

 

Head to the virtual book fair online to stock up your home library. And don't forget to fill out a wish list and email it to one of your librarians to win a great prize!  https://www.scholastic.com/bf/georgewashingtonmiddlesch4

 

Don’t forget that we do not have school tomorrow or on Friday so enjoy the long weekend.

 

We hope that Jaylen Campbell and Maiya Tye all have a screamingly great birthday today while Mira Brock, Carmen Schuster, Brayden Klingman, Caroline McDonald, Davin Adams, Avery Armbrecht, Johanna Flores, Charlotte Chesher, Jeremy Bradford, Pearlynn Jormeia, and Isabella Kieffer enjoy a frightfully fun birthday over the long break!! Happy birthday to all!

 

Monday, October 26 & Tuesday, October 27, 2020

 

Don't forget that 7th and 8th grade girls basketball and wrestling begins this week. Make sure you get your physical on file so you can participate.

 

All the VPA emails are out, so make sure to check your email if you signed up to see what you were placed in this year!  Questions?  See Mrs. Schumacher.

 

Don't forget to sign up for LEAP activities!  There are lots of fun choices coming up!   From homework help to bakeology to do it yourself projects, there's something for everyone out there!  You can sign up outside of the principal's office!

 

There are lots of fantastic books to read in the virtual book fair!  The books in there are SCARY good and decently priced too.  So go to the virtual book fair all this week and fill out a wish list and email it to one of your librarians to win a great prize! For more info on the fair, here's Highlights with Hannan! Find the book fair at https://www.scholastic.com/bf/georgewashingtonmiddlesch4

 

Happy birthday to Scarlett Meier and Kiley Montgomery on Monday and to Dea'Donez Bailey, Anthony Ernst, and Rylan Mueller on Tuesday! May you be the most celebrated students in school today!

 

 

Friday, October 23, 2020

 

Today we are celebrating a guy who gets it done!  Running the school that is!  That's right! We are celebrating Mr. Howes, our fearless leader, because this month is National Principal's Month!

 

Each October, National Principals Month recognizes the important role that principals play in making a school great. Principals are one of the hardest working, yet often least recognized individuals in education.

 

Principals set the academic tone for their schools, and it is their vision, dedication, and determination that provide the mobilizing force for achieving student success. Each October, we seek to honor these unsung heroes for their tireless efforts in pursuit of excellence in education.

 

And especially, to say thank you to our very own Mr. Howes for making our school so great!   

 

If you signed up for VPA, check your school email by Monday of next week for your placement!  It will include the dates and times you will meet for VPA!  If you signed up, but did not receive an email, contact Mrs. Schumacher!

 

Don't forget that 7th and 8th grade girls basketball and wrestling begin on Monday. Make sure you get your physical on file so you can participate.

LEAP activities are happening this month!!!!  There is bakeology with Ms. Lukens and Ms. Schroeder every Wednesday and Thursday through March!  Students will be able to make yummy treats while making some fun do it yourself projects!

 

And if you're really into baking and cooking, then you can sign to join Ms. Lobianco and Mrs. Redfern every Monday and Tuesday through December 12 to make some great recipes that are perfect for the teenage life! 

 

Also happening soon, on November 2nd and 3rd, you can come and learn about el Dio de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. We will learn more about this special day that originates from Mexico and other Latin American countries. Students will make sugar skull luminaries, a decorative banner, and color pages while watching the film Coco. 

Students, remember that parent-teacher-student conferences are coming up next week. Be sure to attend virtually with your parents.

 

And since it's conference time, it is also Book Fair time! This year's book fair is virtual, but you still have a chance to win a prize!  During home base you'll receive a flyer with the fair information as well as a wish list. When the fair opens, go to the website, and look at all the great books. Fill out a wish list for the book fair, take a picture of it and send that picture to one of the librarians via email.  We'll put your name in a drawing to win great prizes. Don't forget to give the wish list to your parents!

 

Happy birthday this weekend to Keana Williams on Saturday and Barrett Reed on Sunday! 

 

And speaking of prizes, the following students are prize winners already for showing their Wash Values!  Congratulations to Gabrielle Brunsman, Wyatt Rhodas, Ava Jenaman, Taylor Gukeisen, Seattle Bontemps and Bela Nanenga!  You will be contacted about receiving your prize!

 

And now let's take a closer look at the man who leads George Washington Middle school to greatness every day…Mr. Howe's!  We decided to do a hard hitting interview and when we asked for volunteers, Mrs. Hefel jumped at the chance to ask the tough questions!  Check out the interview here: https://vimeo.com/471217215/6cab1a201d

 

Thanks again Mr. Howes for all you do for us! 

 

Wednesday, October 21 & Thursday, October 22, 2020

 

LEAP activities are happening this month!!!! And remember all LEAP activities are FREE. There is bakeology with Ms. Lukens and Ms. Schroeder every Wednesday and Thursday through March!  Students will be able to make yummy treats while making some fun do it yourself projects!

 

And if you're really into baking and cooking, then you can sign to join Ms. Lobianco and Mrs. Redfern every Monday and Tuesday through December 12 to make some great recipes that are perfect for the teenage life! 

 

Also happening soon, on November 2nd and 3rd, you can come and learn about el Dio de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead. We will learn more about this special day that originates from Mexico and other Latin American countries. Students will make sugar skull luminaries, a decorative banner, and color pages while watching the film Coco. 

If you signed up for VPA, check your school email by Monday of next week for your placement!  It will include the dates and times you will meet for VPA!  If you signed up, but did not receive an email, contact Mrs. Schumacher! 

You can find more great reads at the virtual book fair in the LRC starting next Monday and going all the way through next week!  Remember book fairs in the past when we had fun contests in the library? Well just because the book fair is online this year, that doesn't mean we still can't give away fabulous prizes!  During home base you'll receive a flyer with the fair information as well as a wish list. When the fair opens, go to the website, and look at all the great books. Fill out a wish list for the book fair, take a picture of it and send that picture to one of the librarians. (khannan@dbqschools.org, mschumacher@dbqschools.org, lvogt@dbqschools.org).  We'll put your name in a drawing to win great prizes. Don't forget to give the wish list to your parents!

 

Students:  Check your email for how to sign up for 7th and 8th grade girls basketball and 7th and 8th grade wrestling! PRACTICES start on Monday and you must have a physical packet filled out entirely before participating!

 

Now for some big birthday wishes for Jan Ibarra, Ari Fair, Alexis Westmark, and Khamari Williams who are celebrating on Wednesday and to Elijah Grayson, who will have an amazing birthday on Thursday! 

 

Monday, October 19 & Tuesday, October 20, 2020

 

LEAP Homework Help has begun each and every day from 2:35-4:00. Space is limited to 9 students for 6^th graders with Mrs. Rothert and 9 students for 7/8^th graders with Mr. Murphy.  In addition, you can join Ms. Lukens and Ms. Schroeder on Mondays and Wednesdays after school for baking, hanging out, and creating do-it-yourself projects. And if Mondays and Tuesdays are more your thing, you can join Ms. LoBianco and Ms. Redfern for cooking and baking for the teenage life. Be sure to sign up outside of Ms. Droeszler’s office as space is limited in each program.

 

Check your email for how to sign up for 7th and 8th grade girls basketball and 7th and 8th grade wrestling! PRACTICES start October 26^th. That is coming up soon!

 

If you want a good book, then head to the virtual book fair.  That's right, the book fair opens on Monday,  October 26th.

 

Happy birthday wishes go out to  Desiree Basten, Lucas Eastman, Owen May, Nazseer Sims, Gwenny Hall, and Colleen Bliss!
 

 

Friday, October 16, 2020

 

LEAP activities are finally here!  If you love baking, hanging out and creating do it yourself projects, you can sign up for some time Ms. Lukens and Ms. Schroeder as they meet twice a week to make yummy treats and create projects!  They will meet Wednesdays and Thursdays through March and you can sign up outside of Ms. Droeszler's office!

 

If Wednesdays and Thursdays aren’t good for you, on Mondays and Tuesdays until December 22nd, you can join Ms. LoBianco and Ms. Redfern as they cook and bake for the teenage life!  Agsin, sign up outside of Ms. Droeszler's office! All LEAP activities are FREE!

 

Check your email for how to sign up for 7th and 8th grade girls’ basketball and 7th and 8th grade wrestling! PRACTICES start October 26^th!

 

Don’t forget the virtual book fair is coming up! That's right, the book fair opens on Monday,  October 26th.

 

Big happy birthday wishes going out to Desiree Basten, Lucas Eastman, Owen May, Nazseer Sims, Gwenny Hall, and Colleen Bliss.
 

 

Wednesday, October 14 & Thursday, October 15, 2020

7th and 8th grade students, you have received an email link to sign up for wrestling and girls’ basketball. The plan is to start practices the week of October 26 and competitions for both sports would start the week of November 16. The seasons would conclude on December 18th. Students will attend practice on their in-person learning day, and online students would be assigned a day for their practice.

Similar to the school day, we will be implementing health and safety guidelines during our sports seasons to include:

· Social distancing when possible

· Wearing masks during identified times

· Washing and sanitizing hands frequently

 

All students need to have a complete physical packet on file at school before they can participate in any sports. Packets can be turned into the main office at any time during the school year. Sports physicals are valid for 13 months from the date of the examination; however, the health intake and concussion forms must be completed each school year. Packets are available in the main office or can be found online under the ATHLETICS tab on the Washington homepage.

 

Students who had their physicals signed on or after July 1, 2019 have received a one-time extension making them valid through December 31, 2020. If you have questions, please contact Mrs. Hefel at ehefel@dbqschools.org  

 

Happy birthday to Sergio Jones-Weeks on Wednesday and to Jaylynn Lambert and Klaira Winger on Thursday! 

 

 

Monday, October 12 & Tuesday, October 13, 2020

 

October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month. Breast cancer is the most common cancer among women worldwide and the second-most common cancer overall.  Wearing pink in October reminds our loved ones to be vigilant about screening for breast cancer and raises awareness on a topic that is not going away, so we are just going to make this day all about the color pink!

 

Here’s a friendly reminder that you must wear your picture ID above the waist every day!  If you do not have it, you must get a sticker from your first period teacher.  Also if you are going to be absent or late, make sure to have a parent call the attendance office as soon as possible!

 

Also, be sure to check in on Infinite Campus each day of virtual learning at home. Either you or your parent can do this on a computer or through the Infinite Campus app on your smart phone.

 

Be sure to take advantage of LEAP homework help. Every Monday through Friday from 2:35-4:00pm, students should meet in the south cafeteria to sign in and get a quick snack provided by LEAP. This year Mrs. Rothert will work with 6th graders and Mr. Murphy with 7th and 8th graders.  Space is limited to 9 students per classroom. 

 

This week is National School Lunch week and we want to give a shout out to our cafeteria staff as they provide us with delicious and healthy lunch options every day! Make sure to thank them!

 

Happy birthday to Liam Chesher, Christyanna Scott, and Catharine Ruden on Monday and on Tuesday to  Ashlynn Thein! 

 

Friday, October 9, 2020

 

If you signed up for VPA, you will be receiving an email soon about your placement!  Be patient as they have many students to cast! If you don't receive an email by the end of October, just let Mrs. Schumacher know.  Just email her at mschumacher@dbqschools.org

 

This coming week is National School Lunch week and we want to give a shout out to our cafeteria staff as they provide us with delicious and healthy lunch options every day! Make sure to thank them!

 

The LRC will be hosting a virtual book fair during conferences at the end of this month!  Stay tuned to future WTV announcements regarding this much anticipated event!

 

LEAP homework help started on Monday. Every Monday through Friday from 2:35-4:00pm, students should meet in the south cafeteria to sign in and get a quick snack provided by LEAP. This year Mrs. Rothert will work with 6th graders and Mr. Murphy with 7th and 8th graders.  Space is limited to 9 students per classroom. 

 

Here’s a friendly reminder that you need to check in on Infinite Campus each day of virtual learning at home. Either you or your parent can do this on a computer or through the Infinite Campus app on your smart phone.

 

We appreciate students showing Wash Values, and here are your Values Drawing winners for the week!  William Fry, Bella Nanenga, Seattle Bontemps, James Saito, Griffin Dement-Graham, and Charlie Ward!  Congratulations!  You will be contacted to receive a prize!

 

Now we will be wishing this Wahawk a terrific day because it's their birthday. Happy birthday to Erik Hefel and Aden BeschFinn today and to Josie Norton, Trequan Watson Addy Finnin, Artavianna Shaw, and Benjamin Blum over the weekend!

 

 

Wednesday, October 7 & Thursday, October 8, 2020

 VPA is up and running!  If you signed up, you will be receiving an email soon about your placement!  Be patient as they have many students to cast.  If you haven't received an email by the end of October, let them know!

 

LEAP homework help started on Monday. Every Monday through Friday from 2:35-4:00pm, students should meet in the south cafeteria to sign in and get a quick snack provided by LEAP. This year Mrs. Rothert will work with 6th graders and Mr. Murphy with 7th and 8th graders.  Space is limited to 9 students per classroom. 

 

Be sure to have your physical packet on file if you are planning to sign up for Girls basketball!  More info will be sent out via email on October 19th! 

 

Happy birthday to Alex Burke, Emma Chesterman, and Kelsie Budde on Wednesday, and to Peyton Gothard and Jordan Plummer on Thursday! 

 

 

Monday, October 5 & Tuesday, October 6, 2020

Today we want to pay tribute to our custodial staff who work tirelessly to clean and maintain our building. We want to show these fellow Wahawks that all they do is recognized and appreciated. If you see a custodian today, say thanks, or if you want, write them a note thanking them for making our school such a nice place in which to learn!  You can drop the notes off with Mrs. Schumacher in the LRC and she will get them to the custodial staff! 

Don't forget that MAP testing is happening this week!  Wednesday, Oct 7 - Hybrid A will take the Reading test and on Thursday, Oct 8 - Hybrid B students will take the Reading test.

 

Fully online students can sign up to take the MAP reading and math tests on Monday, October 5^th at 4PM or Tuesday, October 6^th at 8AM. Contact Lorilee Hamel at lhamel@dbqschools.org to sign up.

 

Make an effort to get a good night's sleep before testing. Try to a get a minimum of 8 hours, but shoot for 9-10.  Set your alarm for a little earlier so you are not rushed in the morning and have plenty of time to eat a good breakfast. 

 

It is very important that you bring your laptops fully charged to school each day but especially important on MAP testing days. Please make sure you plug your laptop in before you go to bed so it's fully charged for testing.

 

Students, please remember to treat your laptop with care. When transporting it to and from school in your bookbag or laptop case, please power off the device. If you have younger brothers or sisters or pets at home, make sure you set your laptop out of reach when you aren't using it. And please be careful not to eat or drink over the laptop. You can prevent accidents by keep all food and drink socially distanced from your laptop.

 

LEAP homework help starts Monday October 5th. Every Monday through Friday from 2:35-4:00pm.  Students should meet in the south cafeteria immediately after school to sign in and get a quick snack provided by LEAP.  This year Mrs. Rothert will work with 6th graders and Mr. Murphy with 7th and 8th graders. 

Space is limited to 9 students per classroom. 

 

We've extended the sign-up for VPA so if that interests you, head to the Wash website and click the link that says click here to sign up.  It's on the homepage under reminders.  Also, if you are inerested in helping out with tech crew for VPA, those sign-ups will happen later in the year!  Keep watching WTV for announcement regarding crew opportunities! 

 

We missed a few birthdays over the long weekend and we wanted to say happy belated birthday to Saanvi Ram, Seattle Bontemps, Isaac Gooch, Walker Newt, and Treyton Orange who celebrated already and to Payton Atchison and Laura Feller on Monday and to Tanner Bush on Tuesday! We are glad you were born!

 

And now for the thought of the day: Opportunity is missed by most people because it is dressed in overalls and looks like work.

 

Thank your custodians today!