Message from Principal Kuhnert
Dear Stilwell Parent/Guardian,
Hello. We are excited to welcome Superintendent Matt Adams to Stilwell as part of his districtwide “Listening Tour.” Dr. Adams joined West Des Moines Community Schools (WDMCS) this summer, and he is visiting schools across the district this fall so he can hear from YOU, the parents and guardians of our students.
Purpose of Listening Tour
Be prepared to share the following…
Share about your experience with West Des Moines Community Schools.
What is going well for you and your student at Stilwell.
What do you think we should START doing in WDMCS, or at Stilwell?
What do you think we should STOP doing in WDMCS, or at Stilwell?
What questions do you have of Dr. Adams regarding his priorities/goals in his first year?
Stilwell Junior High Listening Tour Details
DATE: 11/10/2022
TIME: 5:00 PM CST
LOCATION: Stilwell Junior High, 1601 Vine Street, West Des Moines, IA
Child care is not provided, but your student is welcome to attend and sit with you. We will not be livestreaming this event. Dr. Adams and I look forward to seeing you in person at Stilwell Junior High.
Thanks
Mitchell Kuhnert
Important Dates
Oct 17, 2022 Picture Retake Day (during school)
Oct 28, 2022 Stilwell Career Day
Oct 28, 2022 @6:30pm School Musical (Sold out)
Oct 29, 2022 @2:00pm School Musical (Tickets Available $5)
Oct 29, 2022 @6:30pm School Musical (Tickets Avalable $5)
Nov 7, 2022 Professional Development Day (No Schoo)
Nov 10, 2022 Dr. Adam's Stilwell Listening Tour (Info above)
PBIS Focus
Understanding Tardies
Students will review the expectations around be to class on time and what happens when students have repeated tardies during the week. Families should know this is something we track weekly and will send letters home for you to see. Families can also look on Infinite Campus to see your students attendance each week. If you ever have a questions about anything we encourage you to contact the teacher first.
Second Step Unit 1 Mindsets & Goals
Students learn how to develop a growth mindset and apply researched-based goal-setting strategies to their social and academic lives. This unit's content helps create classrooms that are connected and encouraging by helping students set and achieve collective and personal goals, learn from challenges, recognize their personal strengths, and explore the unique aspects of their identities.
Access Friday-
Students get to select a fun enrichment activity created by our staff. Access happens once a month at Stilwell.
School Highlights
Security Cameras:
Students and families need to know that over the past week we have been installing new security cameras. These cameras will allow staff to keep our hallways safer by locating student who may be making poor choices. The cameras cover almost all common areas in the building and outside. We thank the District Leadership who has made safety in our school a high priority.
New Roof:
Stilwell and several other school that were impacted by the hail storm in September are getting their roofs replaced the same as many of the surrounding homes. This work will start mid- November and will impact our classrooms with noise. We need to get this done before it gets too cold. The good news the impact to our parking lot and space around the building will remain in the current construction site. We will only be impacted by trucks dropping off materials and the removal of the old roof. Please continue to be patient with all of the construction.
Stilwell Fall Apparel Pop-Up Store
Stilwell Junior High Online Pop-Up Shop Orders
Order Stilwell Junior High Apparel from
10/3/2022 to 10/21/2022
- All orders will be shipped to your home
- All orders support Stilwell PTO
- All sales are final. There are no returns or exchanges
Principal
Mitch Kuhnert
Assistant Principal
David Perrigo