Good Morning,

A want to give a huge shoutout to this week's students of the week, Nolan Grant and Sara Eldridge. Nolan was nominated by both his MS teachers for showing a strong commitment to his education over the past several weeks, and Sara was nominated by her HS Math teacher for winning her division at the state mathletes competition, which also earned her the title of Distinguished Senior for the State of Washington!

In this week's weekly update, we've included a section highlighting important dates between now and the end of the school year, more detailed information about the students of the week, a link to a really important short video explaining the importance of brain breaks in the learning process, and a list of events taking place this week.

To view this week's Weekly Update, please use the following link: https://drive.google.com/.../1mZHYYXOWvqrOPrqLaxx.../view...

Lastly, if you'd like a printed copy of the Weekly Update to hang on the fridge showing what's coming up, please see Tammy or Siehara in the office.

As always, if you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Mr. Moss

Good Afternoon,

First off, a huge congratulations is in order for this week's Students of the Week, Maya Dressler and Hunter Robinson. Maya was nominated by her High School Readiness teacher for always bringing genuine kindness and generosity to class and Hunter was nominated by his Culinary Arts teacher for approaching every task with a level of enthusiasm and determination that is truly inspiring. Great job, Maya and Hunter!

Next, please remember that this Saturday is our Snow Make Up day from 8:20am - noon. Buses will be running on our normal half day schedule. Each grade level is planning something special, and the day will conclude with a BBQ lunch!

Finally, in this week's Weekly Update areas of focus include an article on three simple ways for teachers to build relationships, more information about our students of the week, a reminder that there will be a MS dance this Friday from 6:00pm - 8:00pm, and a list of events and activities happening this week.

To view the Weekly Update, please use the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/10FKOtnESLWG93oL9fRuFtddRPU33CnOP/view?usp=sharing

Thank you and GO RANGERS!!!

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Sean Moss, Principal

It was wonderful welcoming students back on campus and catching up with them throughout the day yesterday! 

I want to extend a huge congratulations to this week's Students of the Week, Kaetyn Riley and Kole Eldridge. Kaetyn was nominated for her hard work in math, and Kole for his ability to bring critical thinking skills to his literature class.  

Next, I wanted to remind families of students in grades 5-9 that  Human Growth and Development Classes are taking place this week. For this, I'd greatly encourage parents to ask their students about what they're learning and taking the time to answer any questions students may have.

On Saturday, 4.22, we'll be having our snow make-up day from 8:20am - noon. On this day, elementary students will be engaged in exciting classroom projects, students in grades 6-7 will be busy working on a special outdoor project, and students in grades 8-12 will be able to opt into a choice learning project of their choice (Raku Pottery Firing, Open Mic Music Time, Linger-Longer Cleanup, etc.). For more information, please see the poster using the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1Faq3S8RqBXo6h28aDgdouWvfG5e9sjGd/view?usp=sharing  Staff assignments will be heading out later this week or early next week.
From the elementary front, Spring Spirit Week will take place April 17th - 21st. On these days, students and staff are encouraged to show their school spirit by dressing up for each day. Please see the poster detailing each day's theme using the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1t0ouSgy47XwWB1K7DNk1LUpvviYf7Do5/view?usp=sharing

Finally, in this week's Weekly Update areas include a great article on the importance of teachers taking the time to let students know you care about them, a special thank you to the Quilcene Lions Club for supporting our students of the week by providing them with free ice cream tickets, a more in-depth highlight of our students of the week, and upcoming events.

To view the Weekly Update PDF, please use the following link:  https://drive.google.com/file/d/1ldfQTraEpAAzxdaADhF8Gaw44GgrUELF/view?usp=sharing

To view the Weekly Update Video, please use the following link: https://watch.screencastify.com/v/FHZ3u18FVKklpxT7o8Ou

Thank you and GO RANGERS!!!

Sean Moss, Principal

We want to give a huge shoutout to our Students of the Week, Jayden Minish and Brianne Evans. Jayden was nominated by his MS humanities teacher for being proactive about his assignment due dates, and Brianne was nominated by her HS Algebra teacher for earning a 100% on her Chapter 6 Test.

Next, as a reminder, conferences are taking place this week. A letter was sent home last week detailing how these look in the different grade levels. Please see me or contact the front office with any questions. Next year's schedule has additional conference time, and we're excited to work with staff and families to discuss how to improve the way that we conference with parents in the future. While conferences are a great way for our staff to meet with parents, please remember that, as a small school, families should feel welcome to engage with their child's teachers at all times.

Finally, in this week's Weekly Update, highlights include a very informative article on how teachers can use ChatGPT to maximize learning time, a reminder that the Snow Make Up day is coming up and will take place on Saturday, April 22nd, a more in-depth highlight of the Students of the Week, and upcoming events (lots of home fastpitch and baseball games this week!).

To view the Weekly Update as a PDF, please use the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1EYwDNKzozf11POb87wac0uxZ_94Hix5v/view?usp=sharing

To view the Weekly Update Video, please use the following link: https://watch.screencastify.com/v/yCUX4thn1GSK6vHOOThv

Thank you and GO RANGERS!

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Sean Moss, Principal

The Quilcene Career Explorations class recently had a visit from FF/EMT Secondez from East Jefferson Fire Rescue who came and spoke to the students about careers in the fire service.

A huge shoutout is in order for this week's Students of the Week, Avana Williams and Kaydence Yeoman, Avana for her work in her MS STEM class and Kaydence for her work in her Visual Arts Class. In addition to being featured in the Weekly Update, Students of the Week are also being recognized in the PT Leader.

This month is Classified Staff Appreciation Week, which is all of our staff other than teachers. We literally would not be able to run the school without these folks, and their work is absolutely vital to our students. In appreciation of these individuals, there will be a Nacho Bar for all staff in the staff lounge during lunches this Thursday. Carrie Thompson is organizing this, so please make sure to thank her when you see her.

Lastly, conferences are coming up next week. Please take a look at the Weekly Update for how these will look for the different grade levels. A letter is also being sent out via Remind and Snail Mail tomorrow.

On to the Weekly Update...

To view the Weekly Update in PDF, please use the following Link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1lcXEmFAyyN2Jp0C0flIprdWVLky_nT58/view?usp=share_link

To view the Weekly Update as a video, please use the following link: https://watch.screencastify.com/v/dxqKQ30uBdW8gmwWvhY8

Thank you and GO RANGERS!!!

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Sean Moss, Principal

Hello Rangers!

We want to give a huge shoutout to Ryder Winans and Drake Johnson who were chosen as this week's Students of the Week. Both students were very well deserving of the award and were each nominated for their leadership in class- Ryder for his leadership in MS Humanities and Drake for going above and beyond in his HS Leadership Class.

Congratulations are certainly in order for Zee Gossette and Claudia Wilcox, who were each awarded a $2,000 scholarship for having their art pieces being chosen as Judges Choice Award Winners in the 2023 OESD Regional Art Competition.

This week's Weekly Update features extended learning about questioning strategies teachers can use to de escalate situations with students, more about our two Students of the Week mentioned above,  pictures of the award winning artwork from Zee and Claudia, a reminder that conferences are just around the corner, and upcoming events which include the start of spring sports.

To view the Weekly Update as a PDF, please use the following link: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1MEsxte6Hrgrxgazy2QF_jsKjhWSx98Tt/view?usp=sharing

To view the Weekly Update as a Video, please use the following link: https://watch.screencastify.com/v/ykjyvtGf97QPFFwxplnr

Thank you and GO RANGERS!!!

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Sean Moss, Principal

The 2023 Olympic ESD 114 High School Art Show Awards have been announced. Congratulations to all of the winners! We want to give a special shout out to our Quilcene students, Zee Gossette and Claudia Wilcox, who won $2,000 CWU Scholarship Awards for their entries.

The full list of winners is linked below:

2023 Olympic ESD 114 High School Art Show Winners