Reardan Weekly

Save the date: November 20th will be a fundraiser for the Reardan music program!

Book fairs are such a great way to inspire a love of reading and learning in people of all ages!

Dates and hours:

November 18th, 19th, 20th, & 22nd from 8am-2:30pm

November 25th, 8am-3pm and 4pm-7pm (during conferences)

November 26th, 8am-11:30am (during conferences)

You can create an eWallet for your student(s) so you don't have to worry about sending them to school with cash. Plus, eWallets can be shared with and added to by family and friends wanting to support your student(s).

Book Fair Homepage: https://bookfairs.scholastic.com/bf/reardanelementarybookfair24

Can't wait to see you there!

The Fifth Grade wrapped up their Natural Disasters Module for reading and had Patrick Thomas, Meteorologist from KREM 2 TV in to teach students about weather.

As the weather continues to change, we wanted to remind you to dress your child in layers to ensure they stay comfortable throughout the school day. Mornings can be chilly, but temperatures often rise by the afternoon, so layering is a great way to keep kids cozy and ready for anything!

Additionally, please remember to write your child’s name on their sweatshirts, jackets, and other outerwear. This small step helps us return lost items to their rightful owners. Without names, items often end up in our overflowing Lost and Found!

We also want to remind you that Fall Conferences are scheduled for:

• Monday, November 25th – 8:00 AM - 7:00 PM

• Tuesday, November 26th – 8:00 AM - 11:30 AM

You can schedule a conference time with your child’s teacher through Skyward Family Access or contact the elementary office at (509) 796-2511 for assistance.

• November 25-26: No School due to Fall Conferences

• November 27-29: No School for Thanksgiving Break

Middle School Girls’ Basketball is off to a great start. Our girls are working hard along with Coach Krupke and Coach Sprecher. It is great to see their growth from last year to this year. Check the calendar on our website for games and join us in cheering on our players!

Speaking of sports, did you know that playing racket sports is a workout for your brain as well as your body? Studies have shown that activities like tennis, pickleball and badminton improve the brain’s processing speed, decision making, and also reduces stress–keeping young minds sharp and resilient. Students in our Physical Education classes are working on a unit in badminton currently and having lots of fun with that.

In other health news, Mrs. Hamilton’s Family and Consumer Science classes are working on a health and nutrition unit. Students worked in groups to plan a balanced meal that included all of the food groups. They chose a recipe and then created a shopping list and worked cooperatively to cook their meal. Students enjoyed tacos, spaghetti, tomato soup with grilled ham and cheese, and even elk tacos. They had one class period to prepare and enjoy their meal and also clean their kitchen afterwards. Their cooperative learning was impressive.

First quarter report cards were mailed out on Thursday, November 14th. Please contact Christina in the HS office if you do not receive yours in the next few days. Along with the report cards are students’ fall data sheets with details about assessment scores, attendance, and more. Please take a look at the report card and data report and decide if you would like to schedule a conference with your child and all of their teachers as a group, or if you would like to drop in and visit with a few teachers individually. We are scheduling conferences for the mornings on November 25th and 26th, and holding open the late afternoon and evening hours for drop-in conferences at your convenience. Please email Principal Newsum if you would like to schedule a conference or discuss any other school concerns. dnewsum@reardansd.net

• Winter Sports Practices Begin
  Monday, November 18th
  Please ensure Final Forms are updated and sports fees are paid.

• Native American Cultural Assembly
  Friday, November 22nd, 2:00 PM

• Parent-Teacher Conferences
  Monday, November 25th & Tuesday, November 26th
  Call the High School Office at 509-796-2701 to schedule a conference.

• Thanksgiving Break - No School
  Wednesday, November 27th - Friday, November 29th

Thank you to students who are serving on the Strategic Planning Committee- Your insight and participation is greatly appreciated.

(not pictured Kelsey Koch and Wyatt Colvin)

Did You Know?

The Options Program is recognized as a standalone school in the Reardan-Edwall School District. We are publicly funded basic education and therefore subject to all the requirements of basic education.

Upcoming events:

Don't forget to join us for a hot cup of coffee on November 22, 2024 at the Options Village. This event is for Options guardians only and will be a great opportunity to chat and share ideas! (flyer attached)

Field Trip:

Recently the K-8 Options students went on a thrilling skate adventure to Pattison's North Roller Skating Center. The field trip offered hours of educational fun on the roller skating rink and a day of laughter, friendship, and unforgettable memories!

On November 13, 2024, Noelle Raczykowski signed her letter of commitment to play soccer at EWU! We are so proud of her dedication to her school and team these last 4 years. Good luck moving forward Noelle!

It started with a banana split in half, then topped with yogurt, fruit, granola, and sprinkles. Yummy!!

Route 1: Four Mound (Bear Bus)

Bus Driver: Josie Barnum

Favorite food: Roast chicken, mashed potatoes & gravy, and biscuits

Favorite color: Grass green

Favorite animal: Dog

Job wanted as a child: Architect

Hobbies: Camping, fishing, gardening (growing roses)

Route facts: Average of 27 students ride every day for a total of 52 miles

Route win: Students are at their bus stops on time

Favorite part of being a bus driver: Talking with the kids

A HUGE shoutout to those helping with the strategic plan. We held our second meeting this month, with 34 people engaged all day combing through literally hundreds of pieces of data and feedback. This team is comprised of teachers, admins, paras, bus drivers, counselors, nutrition services, parents, board members, students, and community members. We are now ready to break into committees and draft goals and key action items to focus district resources and move us forward into the future.

If you have a senior who is getting ready to attend college, please plan on attending our Financial Aid Night, November 20th, to get all the information you need for filling out FAFSA forms and other scholarship information.

Don't forget to sign up for a Thanksgiving and Christmas Dinner Box.