October 2: Picture Day.
October 7: Basketball practice starts.
October 7: FFA meeting 4:30pm @ Seward High Room 208.
October 10: Site Council/PTA meeting 6pm @ Seward Middle Library
October 11: No School for students - staff in-service day. 1st Quarter ends.
October 18: Early Release @ 12:45pm.
October 24 & 25: No School - Parent/Teacher Conferences.
📢Important Bus Information
Attention Parents/Guardians:
If your child will be riding a different bus after school, please notify us before noon by calling or sending a note with your child. No bus passes will be issued after lunch unless it is an emergency.
For any questions about bussing, please contact First Student Bus at 224-3559.
📢School Start Time
As we settle back into the school year, we want to emphasize the importance of arriving on time. Please plan to have your student at school by 7:40 AM. We’ve noticed a significant increase in tardiness, and when students arrive late, they miss valuable morning instruction and can disrupt their classmates.
Our front doors will be closed and locked at 7:45 AM, so please ensure your child is here on time. Thank you for your cooperation in helping us create a focused learning environment for all students!
6th Grade Student of the Month
Dominick Ramsey, a 6th grader, is a shining example of what it means to be a model student, always demonstrating kindness and respect towards his peers and teachers. He consistently goes out of his way to be helpful in the classroom, showing a genuine willingness to assist others. Dominic's active listening skills and positive attitude make him a valuable member of our school community and a deserving Student of the Month!
7th Grade Student of the Month
Noah LaRow, a 7th grader, stands out as this month's star student for his ability to work exceptionally well under pressure and stay focused on his goals. His motivation drives him to push through challenges, always giving his best effort no matter the circumstances. Noah’s self-advocacy skills ensure he takes charge of his own learning, asking questions and seeking help when needed to achieve success.
8th Grade Student of the Month
Mia Wallace-Hayes, an 8th grader, stands out for her positivity in every interaction, always greeting others with a warm smile and encouraging words. She consistently goes out of her way to help her peers, whether it’s by offering assistance with schoolwork or providing a listening ear. Mia’s kindness and supportive nature make our school community a brighter place.
📸Picture Day is Coming!
When: Wednesday, October 2, 2024
Order online: mylifetouch.com
Picture ID: EVTKVRBJS
Questions, contact Lifetouch Customer Service: 1-800-736-4753.
*Picture order forms available at the office, please do not send to school with your child before picture day, payment and forms go directly to Lifetouch.
🏀Basketball Information
Basketball intramurals start Monday, October 7.
All fees and paperwork must be turned in to participate in practice and games.
Participation paperwork needs to be completed for each sport.
❓Questions reach out to coaches below:
Boys Coach: Coty Beck Email: CBeck2@KPBSD.k12.ak.us
Girls Coach: Breanna Dodson Email: dodson99664@gmail.com
📢Iron Mountain FFA
Iron Mountain FFA will have their monthly meeting October 7th at 4:30 PM at the HS in room 208. Members will be attending the District Leadership Conference in Soldotna joining three other chapters from across the peninsula on October 9th. They will be participating in a welding workshop and activities to develop leadership skills.
Kimberly 'Kim' Barhaug
Iron Mountain FFA Advisor
Seward Upward Bound/T3 Coordinator
📢Parent/Teacher Conferences
Conferences are Thursday, October 24 & Friday, October 25.
More information will be posted on our school blog when available.
📢We are hiring a school nurse, if you interested apply here: https://www.applitrack.com/kpbsd/onlineapp/default.aspx?Category=Nurse
We do not have a school nurse please do not send your child to school if they are not feeling well or sick with the symptoms below:
When to Stay Home from School Stay home if symptoms include:
- Active vomiting or diarrhea
- Fever, chills, generalized body aches. (Fever threshold will constitute 100.0 degrees Fahrenheit or higher without use of fever-reducing medication like Tylenol or Ibuprofen.)
- Taking the first 24 hours of antibiotic treatment
- An undiagnosed, new and/or untreated rash or skin condition
When to Return to School After Illness:
- May return when fever-free for 24 hours without medication
- May return after taking antibiotics for 24 hours
- May return after free from vomiting for 24 hours
- May return after free from Diarrhea(2 or more bouts) for 24 hours
📢Library
Hello from the library - a great place to find a book or just a quiet space to work, with your teacher's permission. The library is open 7:35-11:05 a.m.
I plan to place an order of new books in the next couple of weeks and I would love to hear from you! If you have a particular book or series or author you enjoy and you think others would love it, too, let me know! I want to make sure I've got books in the library that you want to check out and read.
In addition to the physical books in the library, you all have access to the Sora app, where you can find hundreds of eBooks and audiobooks. Just log in with your student ID and password (the same way you log in to the school computers). You can access Sora through the district website or by downloading the free app on your personal device (school name is Kenai Peninsula Borough School District Main Collection).
I hope your school year is off to a great start!
Mrs. Bamford
Library Aide
(907) 224-9013
📢Tutoring
Students that need help with catching up on homework or just a quiet place to work are welcome to come to after school tutoring Wednesday- Fridays (except for early release days) 2:20-3:20.
Ms. Lizzy
Substitutes Needed
For information check out the KPBSD Substitute Information page. https://kpbsd.org/.../instruct.../hr./substitute-information/
Thank you volunteers!
A huge thank you to all our volunteers who helped supervise lunch! Your support has made a big difference, and we truly appreciate everything you’ve done. We couldn’t have done it without you!
