Reardan Weekly
April 14th, 2024
Volunteer Electrician NEEDED!
We are looking for a certified electrician to get the greenhouse project to the finish line. If you are interested or know someone who is, please reach out to Facilities Director Jim Porter at jporter@reardansd.net
Grants!
Middle School Update
We want to thank our parents for taking time to review their student’s take home conference data and reflection pages and for giving us great feedback. We have about 80% of the sign off sheets returned and Mrs. Vesneske is compiling all of the feedback data for review at our next staff meeting. Please remember you can schedule a parent teacher conference at anytime by emailing Debi Newsum, MS Principal, at dnewsum@reardansd.net. We love partnering with our families to plan for success. Third quarter has ended and report cards will be printed on April 19th. Let’s work together to have a successful and strong finish to our school year.
Students enjoyed their March end of the month celebration and awards ceremony. We held an all school assembly and awarded I.M.P.A.C.T. awards in partnership with the Spokane Tribe. We want to thank them for their generous support of Reardan students of all ages who are making a difference through their actions and accomplishments. Once each month students are awarded beautiful plaques and Visa gift cards. Thank you Spokane Tribe!
Upcoming Important Dates:
Band:
5/14 @ 6:30 PM Spring Concert, 5/18 @ 7:30 PM Lilac Parade, 6/1 @ 8:30 am Reardan Mule Days Parade
Spring Testing (SBA and WCAS):
May 7,8,&9–ELA SBA testing for 7th and 8th grade
May 14 & 15 WCAS state science test for 8th grade
May 21 & 22 math SBA testing for 7th and 8th grade
Field trips:
Monday, April 22nd, science classes to Audubon Lake (walking trip)
Friday, May 17th, 7th graders to EWU
Thursday May 23rd, 8th graders to Silverwood
Message from the Reardan Police Department
Please help the School District and Town with Parks and Recreation Planning!
Community Survey - https://forms.gle/KMmnQXAwtnw57A8f8
Youth Survey - https://forms.gle/SeSwkx48Bhn8Xi4Z9
Elementary Update
Our annual sixth grade trip to Camp Casey is just around the corner. Information packets went home with students this week. Parents - please make sure you see this information as there are a number of pages that need to be completed and returned in order for your child to participate in this wonderful program. If you need to have this packet mailed to you please call Pam in the Elementary Office at (509) 796-2511. An informational meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, April 17th at 5:30 PM, in the Elementary Library.
The deadline to order this year’s Elementary/Middle School Yearbook is April 24th. The order form and $20 must be received by the office by April 24th.
Reardan’s Early Learning Round-Up is scheduled for Wednesday, May 1st at 5:30 PM, in the Elementary Library. The Early Learning Round-up is for incoming Preschool, Transitional Kindergarten, and Kindergarten students for the 24-25 school year. Please join us to learn more about each program, receive registration information, and meet the teachers!
We would like to invite all parents, family members, and friends to our annual Kindergarten - 4th grade Spring concert on Wednesday, April 24th from 1:30 PM to 2:30 PM, in the Smith Gym. Our annual 5th grade - 12th grade Spring concert will be Tuesday, May 14th at 7:00 PM, in the High School Gym. These events are wonderful opportunities for our students to showcase their musical talents and hard work throughout the year.
Mrs. Preeo’s kindergarten class has incorporated STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics) activities into their Monday science rotations. Students will visit two centers each Monday over the course of 4 weeks for a total of 8 centers. These eight centers include using dominos to make a maze for a leprechaun, legos to build a storm shelter, cubes and cups to make a basketball hoop, math manipulatives to make bird houses, pattern blocks to make insects, and pipe cleaners to make flowers and paper windmills. STEM activities are incredibly valuable for kindergarten students. These hands-on, interactive learning experiences help young children develop critical thinking, problem solving, and creativity skills that are essential for their overall academic and personal growth.
Evanfia, Westley, and Amelia were recognized as the Elementary recipients for the IMPACT Award for the month of March. These students have truly embodied the values of the IMPACT Award, showcasing their outstanding contributions to the school and community. Their achievements serve as an inspiration to their fellow students.
Want to use a school district facility?
If you are looking to use our athletic facilities please contact Kenton Clairmont (Kclairmont@reardansd.net). Christina Casselberry will help you when you want to schedule use of our nonathletic facilities (Ccasselberry@reardansd.net) and Brad Eylar (Beylar@reardansd.net) will be working with both Kenton and Christina in regards to doors being unlocked and facilities open. Please call 796-2701 option 4 if you have any questions
Athletics Update
Spring sports are going full force now. Weather has been a challenge but it looks to be changing in our favor this next week.
This weeks schedule:
Saturday 4/13 Track travels to Cheney High School to compete at the Van Kuren Invitational, events start at 9:00 am
Tuesday 4/16 Varsity Baseball and Softball travel to Kettle Falls. Boys play at Gibson Baseball Field and Girls play at Fox Field. Games start at 2:00
Tennis is headed to Kettle Falls also, matches begin at 3:00
Track will be at Valley Christian for a 1B/2B League meet starting at 3:30
HIGHLIGHT: 5th Grade Salish
This semester, our curious 5th graders have embarked on a journey to explore the Salish language! Every week, they dedicate 20 minutes to learning basic greetings, numbers, and cultural words in Salish, all thanks to a fantastic partnership with the Spokane Tribe.
Dionne Abrahamson, Amelia Mendoza, and Roni Wynecoop come to our school each week to lead these engaging lessons. This program aims to expose students to the rich heritage of the region and the importance of language preservation. Through interactive activities and the expertise of the Spokane Tribe's educators, students are not only acquiring new vocabulary, but also gaining a deeper appreciation for the Salish language and the Spokane Tribal culture.
Who knows, maybe they'll even impress you with a "hello" or "thank you" in Salish next time you see them!
Nutrition Highlight: Pizza Lunch
Student Support and Behavior Committee
Huge thank you to parents, staff, and community members who participated in the committee meeting on Wednesday. We look forward to continuing our work on improving student supports and behavior/discipline policies and practices.
Security Update
Dear parents,
When schools give students access to devices and online accounts, an incredible world of learning opportunities opens up — as well as potential dangers. Digital safety is critically important to the Reardan-Edwall School District, which is why we use Bark for Schools to help us protect our students both online and in real life.
Bark monitors for signs of potential issues like:
● Cyberbullying
● Suicidal ideation
● Sexual predators
● Threats of violence
● And more
Alerts at the first signs of danger
When possible dangers arise on school-issued accounts, Bark for Schools sends us alerts so we can address the situation in a timely manner. These alerts also give us insights that help us promote the wellness of the entire student body.
Sign up to get alerts with Parent Portal
Kids use their school-issued accounts both at school and at home, and families are often in a better position to respond to urgent alerts after hours, on weekends, and during breaks. Soon, you will receive an invitation to create your free account for the Bark for Schools Parent Portal. As soon as you opt-in, you’ll be able to receive after-hours alerts if Bark detects potentially time-sensitive issues.
Check out these parenting resources
● Visit the Bark Blog to stay informed on all things kids and tech.
● Download this guide for helpful tips on talking to your child about common issues.
● Join the Parenting in a Tech World Facebook group and connect with other parents raising kids in the digital age.
● FAQ https://support.bark.us/hc/en-us/articles/360050031672-FAQ-Parent-Portal#01H41BDXA3PEZPCBD65B27Q468
Learn more about Bark for Schools — including their commitment to student privacy. If you have additional questions, please contact me.
Officer Brad
High School Update
Dear Families,
I wanted to inform you of the upcoming state testing dates for our 10th-grade students.
The English Language Arts tests will be administered on Tuesday, April 23rd and Wednesday, April 24th. It is crucial that students are well-rested and present on these days to perform their best.
Thank you for your support in ensuring our students are prepared for these important assessments.
Warm regards,
JoLynn Ray