Week 6: Walkathon!

 

By: Lucas and Skyler Z.

This week we worked on texture burgers for art. Both P.E. times we 

had this week we did kickball. On friday (today) we are going to do the 

walkathon supporting Kimber Cares [An organization by Mrs. 

Graham(a previous Zion teacher)]. Some of the students said that 

mac&cheese was their favorite lunch this week. For chapel donations 

we are at $1,500. Our goal is to hit $3000 to buy coats for Bethlehem.

From Mrs. R. - 

 

Midquarter is upon us this coming Monday.  It’s amazing how well students have 

transitioned into our school routine!   I am loving this class and the fun discussions coming 

in every subject. “Making Friends” was our 2nd step topic as we practiced empathy and 

listening skills in giving advice to kids struggling with making friends.  We've been acting in 

Soc. Studies and securing our knowledge of the basic math operations as we apply that 

knowledge to decimials. And I loved to see the enthusiasm for our walkathon project. All of

 the students did a fantastic job with running/walking as well as getting the word out about 

the Kimber Cares mission. Thank you for all of your support! 

 

Parenting Corner: Encouraging GRIT in our kids (taken from Love and Logic:Instiders Club)

True achievement comes through struggle and perseverance, which is the key to building grit. There is no doubt that kids who develop grit through experience will lead happier and more productive lives than those who don’t. Listed below are few “grit stealers” with corresponding “grit builders.”

Grit Stealer:  Micromanage or rescue your kids.
Grit Builder:  Allow your kids to make affordable mistakes and live with the consequences.

Grit Stealer:  Constantly tell them that they are bright, gifted, or exceptionally talented.
Grit Builder:  Celebrate effort, hard work, and perseverance.

Grit Stealer:  Immediately gratify their desires.
Grit Builder:  Let them wait for what they want.

Grit Stealer:  Talk badly about yourself.
Grit Builder:  Show your kids that you maintain a positive attitude when you make mistakes.

Grit Stealer:  Model perfectionism
Grit Builder:  Let them see you make mistakes.

Grit Stealer:  Try to always keep them happy. Give them the impression that life should never be upsetting or stressful.
Grit Builder:  Allow them to experience a natural and full range of emotions. Show that you care by expressing empathy.

Teaching perseverance isn’t complicated. It requires a willingness to allow kids to experience healthy challenges as they grow. It also requires that we let them to see that they have what it takes to cope with life’s challenges.   https://www.loveandlogic.com/

 

 

Concert band gets us revved up for the Walkathon!

Around the room math review

What does Population Density mean?

Acting out different climate zones

Mr. Weinhold gets the kids ready to run

Mr. Graham and Luna came!!

On your marks, get ready, GO WALKATHON!!

Everybody loved the Snack Shack!

Week 5: Walkathon News

 From the class bloggers:  Lila and mystery partner

On Monday, we had an English test. On Tuesday, we did dodgeball in PE. 

On Wednesday we had chapel and got to sit with our Faith Families along with

 computer lab. On Thursday, we had dodgeball in PE again! Today, we began

 our texture burger project!

 

From Mrs. R.

We have been busy with tests and quizzes! We have a LONG FIRST QUARTER.   If you have not been on Sycamore yet to check grades, think of doing that in the next week and help your child reflect on his or her progress.  (Please give teachers until the school day ends on Monday to update scores from this week .  Also please ask your child first about a particular grade before contacting me, as they likely have information about it. )  

When Friday papers come home, encourage your child to pick the work they are most proud of and share with you why.   Also look for something which they might set a goal:  reading directions more carefully, studying vocabulary, asking questions in class, neater handwriting, taking an A.R. test.  Every child grows at a different pace and we can celebrate the learning that takes place each day!  

Please don't hesitate to contact teachers with questions you may have.  Waiting until our Oct. 27 conference at the end of the quarter is not ideal if we can address a question sooner! 

 

WALKATHON IS FRIDAY!!

Dear parents,

 

Our Walkathon service project takes place next Friday, September 23rd. The students are always excited for the fun afternoon we have planned for them. Pray for a beautiful weather day for us!

 

The Walkathon is our unified service project for grades 6th - 8th. This project includes the fundraiser (happening now), writing cards of encouragement to cancer patients (Winter time), and a children’s book drive (new books) in the Spring.

 

This year, we are sponsoring Kimber Cares (https://www.kimber-cares.com/) in honor of Mrs. Graham. This organization supports Small Cell Ovarian Cancer research as well as the two schools Mrs. Graham worked at, Beulah Ralph Elementary and Zion! Our donations will go towards an outdoor classroom at Zion and support at Beulah Ralph and cancer patients as well.

 

We have set our goal to surpass last year's donations of just over $7,000 and we would love to see 100% participation form our junior high students! Look for a purple pledge sheet that was sent home a couple of weeks ago and help your students do what they can in order to raise some money for a great cause. Donations are due September 30th.

 

There is a Chick-fil-a lunch incentive for an individual from each homeroom who raises the most money, and for one who runs the most laps. 

 

On the day of the Walkathon, students can wear spirit shirts and athletic bottoms. Plan to have your child wear sunscreen as well. All students should bring a reusable water bottle.

 

Thank you for being a part of our mission this year. We couldn't do it with your support.

 

Blessings,

The Junior High staff

 

 

Acting out physical features

How do you show an isthmus??

Turning your paper sideways creates columns for long division!!

What's a climate graph?

2nd Step!!

Working on communication skills

How can we build a tower if ....

I can only touch paper...

he can only touch scissors....

...she can only touch the tape and he the paper clips??

Line art

Recommending AR reads

Week 4: 2nd Step

 from the class blogger: Lila

This week, we had a day off on Monday! On Tuesday, we, at long last, got

 our lockers, and had volleyball in PE! On Wednesday, we had computer lab 

and got to use typing.com. On Thursday, The internet was out! So some of our

 plans were messed up, and Mrs. Donner had a sub. And today we began our 

bible perspective art project!

 

2ND STEP
Today we began the Second Step program. The program focuses on skills that will help your child succeed in school and in life. These skills include:

• Empathy 
• Communication
• Perspective taking
• Respectful disagreement
• Assertiveness
• Emotional management
• Problem solving
  

Students had a chance to consider their hopes and plans for middle school as

 well as consider the challenges ahead.

 

 

 

Zion Lutheran Junior High Students and Staff are

hosting their annual WALK-A-THON

Friday, September 23rd, 2022.

 

 

Pledge sheets came home this week!!

 

 

Science WIsh List link

 

 

HOW WAS YOUR DAY? (8 minute read) Even though it came out last fall, this is 

a great blog post for parents to help their kids communicate. and connect with their emotions. 

 

Working in teams to identify emotions with facial expressions

Recess fun!

Internet out?  No digital math games available?

We played PEMDICE with order of operations and DOMINOS with algebraic expressions

Taking a break in infection tag

 More pictures to come!  I forgot to grab the iPod.  Sorry photographers!!