Next year's 4th grade teacher is Abbie Richardson. She has been busy the past year earning her administrative degree only to agree to change to another grade. Abbie has coached, been an advisor, and is a PAX partner in the school. She puts student first when planning and delivering instruction. Her service with a smile attitude a is encouraging and uplifting to our students at all levels throughout the school.
The added addition to the front of the school came this summer via the flower fairy. It took some sleuthing and a late night return to school, but it has been determined that Kelly Michaelson was the individual responsible for the beautification effort. She returns daily to keep them in such a wonderful state. Thank you for helping make our school a welcoming place.
Justine Hurley is our 2nd/3rd Grade teacher. She is passionate about student learning and achievement. Her dedication to teaching can be seen in her lesson design and student engagement. She also is our one of our PAX Leaders. Thank you for the varied learning activities for student understanding. She has coached, taken students to Washington DC and supports student activities.
The annual budget adoption meeting for School District 8 is scheduled for Tuesday, August 20, 2024 at 5:00 p.m. for the purpose of adopting the final 2024-2025 school budgets.
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Mr. Ben Houser joined our staff a year ago. The students are fortunate to have gained a supporter of activities, a genius in history and cheerleader in the stands. Ben has taken on coaching, bus driving, and pep bus chaperone like a champion. He requires some critical thinking that challenges our students in daily learning. Your enthusiasm and cheer are welcoming to staff and students. Here we go Hornets!
Kristi Sangray is our district clerk and administrative wrangler. In true school spirit she drives an awesome orange Jeep. She is always looking for ways to get staff and students what they need within our budget. She also helps our music program by accompanying on piano. Thank you for the work you do on our district's behalf. Oh and check out her Jeep ducks.
Interviews for the open paraprofessional positions will be conducted Wednesday, August 7, 2024. Click on the link for more information.
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Please see the link for agenda information for the Special Board Meeting scheduled for August 7, 2024 at 4:15 p.m.
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Parent/Player meeting for football and volleyball will be Wednesday, August 14th at 6:00pm. This includes grades 5th - 12th.
Our next staff member has a history of excellence in our school. She is a word wizard and prose princess teaching 8-12 English. The thing most may not know about her is she is an adrenaline junky, competing in Spartan races, riding the sand dunes in a side by side and playing in the powder on her snow machine with her husband. Kari Leibel is a committed, student-driven educator who makes amazing connections with students. So much so she is teaching next to staff she molded into excellent teachers by being there for them as students. She is also an advocate of student's extracurriculars by attending and encouraging students events. We are fortunate to have Mrs. Leibel in our school.
Adding a different type of celebration. It has been an effort by Head Coach Rodger Shroyer to get lights out up on the Football field. When it says it takes a village it is true. There are many to thank and if anyone is forgotten please contact the school to be included. It is through generous donations, time and work that the lights are shining now. Fisher Electric, Catlin Ranch, Steel Etc, Bill Galt, Shane Sereday, Hill Family, Northwestern Energy, Outback power, Company, Greco Family, Bodell Family, John Michaelson, Rodger Shroyer, and Steven Blair have all been instrumental in the installation. Photos by Carla Manger
Our Family and Consumer Science/ High School special education teacher is Katie Hanson. Katie teaches our students life skills, math, reading and throws in laughter and fun with it. Our students have faired well in FCS competitions under Katie's watchful eye. She cares about our students and their overall welfare. Our students are fortunate to have her as an advocate.
Angie Egeler is an asset to our school. She is our elementary secretary/substitute scheduler/athletic secretary. She is willing to help at a moments notice and is willing to try anything. She is here for the students and staff with a generous smile and heart. She enjoys time with her family, giving to others and of course some Wild Oats coffee. Stop by the office for your dose of cheer from Angie.
We begin our lead up to the 2024-25 school year with staff highlights. We begin with our high school secretary and assistant transportation director. Cheri Larson is an instrumental part of our welcoming crew. She enjoys family, students and some Wild Oats coffee. Please stop in and visit Cheri for your student's needs and concerns. Thank you for your service Cheri!
The Back-To-School packets are ready. If possible, please pick up your child/children's packet at the school office this week (July 29th-Aug 1st) from 6:30-4:30. If they are not picked up by next week, they will be mailed home.
Schedule changes and Work Based Learning will need to be picked up on Wednesday the 7th for high school students who need it.
White Sulphur Springs Schools would like to remind you that your child/children will need to have a sports physical completed before the first day of practice for any sport. If your child/children plan on playing volleyball or football, they will need to have a completed physical before Aug 16th. You may pick up a blank physical form at the school office or forms are provided at Mountainview Medical Cneter.
A Policies Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 29, 2024. Please click on the link for more information.
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White Sulphur Schools are seeking applicants for a paraprofessional for the 2024-25 school year. We are seeking an individual with enthusiasm and energy to help students in a variety of tasks. Please stop by the school for an application.
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July School Board Meeting
A Building & Facilities/Transportation Committee Meeting is scheduled for Monday, July 22, 2024 in the Conference Room. Click on the link to view the agenda.
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