Reardan Weekly

Bus driver Tom Tuter happily greeting students before his afternoon run.

Things are growing nicely in the greenhouse thanks to the care of students and teachers.

There is a lot of focus and concentration that goes into Lego robotics.

Tip for Improving School Attendance:

Establish a consistent morning and bedtime routine to help your child get enough rest and start the day smoothly. Set out clothes and pack backpacks the night before to reduce stress in the morning. A well-rested, prepared child is more likely to have a positive attitude about going to school every day!

Elementary Attendance Data:

Officer Jon taking time to hang out with Mrs. James 3rd grade class.

We did a glow day last week. For this game we turned out the lights, danced with our glow bracelets and then froze when the music stopped to read a cvc word on the board (which glowed). Then I called on a student to use the pointer and find the picture.

Our class is also doing a “Screagle of the week”. This student works hard all week to stay on task, do their best work, participate in group discussions, take care of their supplies and just all around be a good kindergartener. They get a stuffed eagle to sit at their desk for the week, along with a hat and a certificate to take home. And they get special privileges like using markers and glittery glue on their work. It’s a coveted prize in my room. This week it’s Aubrey Tapani.

This has been an exciting week for sports in Reardan; today we did a spirit tunnel for our State bound wrestling team, and both of our HS basketball teams earned a spot at state playoffs as well. Our middle school students love participating in spirit activities and seeing the hard work of athletes pay off. Spring sports will be right around the corner at the end of March, and there is no better way to build strong relationships and a positive attitude toward school than participating in some kind of extracurricular activity. Email Principal Newsum dnewsum@reardansd.net or Athletic Director Kenton Clairmont kclairmont@reardansd.net with any questions!

Students in Ms. Koch’s ELA classes were totally engaged in building critical thinking skills using a hexagon building activity to discuss The Outsiders novel and focus on communication and collaboration skills. Students were spiritedly debating connections between themes and characters in the novel and were excited to share their thoughts with the whole group. Mrs. Hamilton’s health class had students working on a group activity that involved putting puzzles together with zero talking and no idea of what the finished product would look like. They had to really focus on nonverbal communication and loved this engaging contest. Ms. Nurvic’s geography class is busy planning a cross country road trip as a fun way to learn geography. Ask your children about their favorite thing they learned today and see what they come up with!

MS GOAT games champ this week!

Dear Families,

As we move through the third quarter and head into March, we want to take a moment to emphasize the importance of regular school attendance. March can feel like a long month, but every school day counts!

Chronic absenteeism is defined as missing 10% or more of the school year for any reason—excused or unexcused. In a 180-day school year, that means 18 or more absences can put a student at academic risk. Research shows that chronic absenteeism is linked to lower grades, lower test scores, and an increased likelihood of dropping out.

We appreciate your partnership in ensuring students consistently attend school. If you have any concerns about attendance, please let us know—we’re here to support you!

Thank you for your continued commitment to your child’s success.

JoLynn Ray

Principal

Senior Spotlight: Gabe Branstetter

Plans After High School:
"I am going to be attending Eastern Washington University to major in Nursing and receive my BSN."

Favorite Memory of High School:
"State Track—when I broke the 51-year Reardan High School state record in the 800!"

Advice for Younger Students:
"Turn in your homework and you will do just fine in school. Also, use your class time wisely!"

Teacher or Staff Member Who Made a Difference:
"Mr. DeWalt helped me throughout my high school running career by giving me lots of advice. He also helped me become a better potter."

Congratulations, Gabe! Wishing you success at EWU and beyond!

Senior Spotlight: Jakari Singleton

Plans After High School:
I plan to play basketball in college and continue chasing my dreams on and off the court.

Favorite Memory or Part of High School:
The best memories were on the bus before games—nothing beats the energy and excitement with my teammates!

Advice for Younger Students:
Have fun and put yourself out there! You never know what opportunities will come your way if you take a chance.

Teacher or Staff Member Who Had a Positive Impact:
Mr. Smedley made me enjoy literature and helped me appreciate school in a whole new way. His passion and support made a huge difference in my experience!

Congrats, Jakari! Wishing you success in basketball and beyond!

Options Spotlight: Katie Lear

We're thrilled to have Katie join the Reardan School District Options Program as a paraprofessional and enrichment class facilitator this year! When she's not working, you'll find her hiking, working out, or exploring with her husband and twin boys. Katie was drawn to the district by her desire to be involved in her children's education and contribute to a close-knit community school. Fun fact: she has identical twin sons (age 6) and an identical twin sister! Katie's talent and spunky personality make her a great addition to the team!

Monthly Progress Reviews

It's that time again! February MPR forms are due by February 25th for review. In lieu of our regular meeting, please also complete the math and ELA grade level checklists for your students that were emailed to you. This will assist us in tailoring academic support. Any questions or concerns arising from the checklists should be noted on the MPR form.

Enrichment Classes

Our classroom is buzzing with anticipation as we witness the incredible transformation of our trout each week! Raising trout in the classroom offers students a unique, hands-on experience in observing the life cycle of fish and understanding aquatic ecosystems. From hatching eggs to releasing fingerlings, students gain valuable insights into biology, environmental science, and the importance of conservation through the classroom trout program.

Kindergartners and 1st graders learn a surprising amount when building a snow fort! It's not just about fun (though that's a big part of it!). Here are some of the skills learned:

• Problem-Solving - figuring out how to move large amounts of snow efficiently
• Fine Motor Skills - packing snow into shapes and smoothing services refines hand-eye coordination
• Social/Emotional Skills - working together to achieve a common goal

Come and support our girls and boys basketball teams this Saturday @ West Valley High School. All-League teams and coach of the year will be announced during the half time of the games.

Girls 2:30pm in the Main Gym

First Team All League

Tenice Waters

Rylynn Green

Second Team All League

Chasyn Waters

Boys 4:15pm in the Main Gym

First Team All League

Jakari Singleton

Rysen Soliday

Maverik Sobotta

Coach of the Year

Jake Green

If you can't make it to the game, catch the action on the NFHS Network.

Hope to see you at the game.

Go Screaming Eagles!!

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