Paint Club was a huge success among the kindergarten, first and second graders this year. Enjoy browsing through some of their artwork.
Thank you to The Camp for celebrating school based health and sharing their delicious popcorn! 🍿🩺
This week’s student of the week is Ryan Anderson chosen by Ms. Derusha. Ryan is a hardworking student that takes her time to complete any work given to her. She is always wanting to do her best. In class Ryan’s favorite thing to do is centers, but she especially loves to color. Ryan always volunteers to help Ms. Derusha and doesn’t complain about any task given to her. She is sweet and caring, helping her classmates without being asked. Ryan is a great student that Ms. Derusha can always count on to be doing what she is supposed to!
Besides our 100th day team activity to determine the best way to count 100 items, we enjoyed a visit from Ms. Bennett. This time the 13 Moons lesson was about corn. They were able to grind corn and even ate some delicious cornbread.
Mrs. Browning's kindergarten class celebrated 100 days of learning with special crowns and a yummy 100th day trail mix snack. The students carefully filled 10 small cups with 10 snacking items. After counting by 1s and 10s, the students then enjoyed eating their unique snack.
Tahquamenon Area Schools is closed on Monday, February 17, 2025 due to weather that is hitting the district. Please be safe out there.
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Valentine learning. Second grade.
Valentine's Day FUN in second grade! 💌
Happy Valentine's Day! 💕 We enjoyed sharing love and kindness today.
Ms. Derusha's room was full of love today! 💌❣️
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Mrs. Havens' second graders made very special Valentine boxes this year! They had to choose a book to read and design their box based off of something from their book. They also presented their boxes to their classmates and are excited for them to be filled with Valentines! 💌 ❤️
Mrs. Havens' second graders made very special Valentine boxes this year! They had to choose a book to read and design their box based off of something from their book. They also presented their boxes to their classmates and are excited for them to be filled with Valentines! 💌 ❤️
Good things happening in kindergarten and 6th grade. Outdoor and indoor learning, reading buddies, Golden Garbage can award for working hard to improve tidying our room, and good behaviors. 😊👏
PROUD MOMENTS at TAS
1. The district received an email from a referee praising our young ladies and their coaches for their positivity and sportsmanship. "I was so proud of the ladies basketball teams last night. From the coaching staff to all of the players. They showed grit and determination for the love of the game. Rather a call went their way or not, they never complained. They were always positive of the outcome. " "It’s so great to see a group of young ladies and coaches that are so positive towards one goal. Your school and community should be proud of them. "
2. A presenter for the grade 5/6 sent this message. "Yesterday my experience was top notch with Mrs. Frank's classes. Her students were respectful, asked really good questions about the lesson and enjoyed the venison taste testing.
3. Our 8th grade boys basketball team received this praise. "During the game, one of our Rudyard Bulldogs players who has autism, was given
the opportunity to take the court and experience a moment of pure joy. In an
incredible display of sportsmanship, the opposing team joined in, allowing him to
score baskets while cheering him on. Your players encouraged him, the crowd
erupted in applause, and for a few unforgettable minutes, the game wasn’t about
competition, it was about kindness, inclusion, and the power of lifting one another
up." The letter from Rudyard Superintendent is attached.
We are TAHQUAMENON PROUD of ALL our students and are excited that others are seeing how great they are also.
Please note: Dismissal time has recently changed and students are being dismissed 4 minutes earlier than they were before. Mrs. Wallace and Mrs. Feldhusen begin radioing for students out back at 2:52pm. Please adjust your pick up time accordingly. Thank you!
Today was ALPACA DAY! Once a month we will recognize some staff members for being incredible!! Today we recognized the following people by giving 2-3 staff a "shout out" over the intercom and bringing them an Alpaca Pack to their classroom! We have great things going on at TAS and our staff is second to none! Lori Puckett - Lori, you have been so flexible and inclusive with a student who is trying to work their way back to our district from the Learning Center. Your patience, flexibility, and openness are so greatly appreciated.
Sarah Bongard - Sarah, thank you for stepping up and taking on so many "extras" that need someone to lead. I appreciate your dedication and willingness to go above and beyond.
Christina Frank - Congratulations on being recognized publicly by someone from the ISD for the great work you are doing in your classroom. Keep up the incredible work you are doing. Your effort is noticeable when anyone enters your classroom!
Kayla Hoder - Kayla, thank you for always being willing to tackle any challenge or problem that comes your way. Not only do you face the challenge head on, you do it with a smile on your face and a positive attitude! Thank you for being a team player!
Alesha Havens - No matter how tired or challenged, Alesha has her nose to the grind and her classroom runs like a well-oiled machine! To manage 27 students like you do is a testament to what a rock star teacher you truly are! We are lucky to have you!!
Deb Burbach - It is an absolute joy to watch you teach this year! You are so upbeat, cheerful, and it is not hard to tell that you are enjoying your role as the health/PE teacher. :)
Katie Smith - Katie, thank you for being so flexible and understanding when you are moved out of your space without any notification. Your calm presence is appreciated and students absolutely love you!
Jami Raymond - Your professionalism and expertise is top notch. You are a wealth of knowledge and support our staff and students in ways no one else can. Thank you for all you do. Our community is lucky to have you!
Jessica Korenich- Thank you for stepping up mid-year into our online mentor position. Your dedication to students and their success is evident! Students are lucky to have you as a support in their academic studies!
Deb Canfield- A big shout out to Mrs. Canfield who works all hours of the day to make sure our students are set! Regardless if it's helping a student not feeling well, figuring out report cards or trying to figure out the answers to anything that comes at you, you do it all! Thank you for all you do at Newberry, as well as keeping our 7-12 level running!
Ron Frank- Congratulations on being recognized as the Teacher of the month for February by Highline Internet. Your dedication to students is well appreciated!
Hollis Yenna- Hollis, thank you for being a new staff member this year and continuing to rise to the occasion and step out of your comfort zone for our students and staff! You're appreciated!
Christine Rathje- Christine, thank you for stepping up and assisting with extra work and making sure our students do not fall behind academically!
Michelle Clark- Michelle, thank you for taking charge and jumping into your position as counselor. You are very much appreciated for jumping into any challenge and assisting our students with anything they need! We are lucky to have you as a staff member!
Stay tuned for March Alpaca Day to see who gets recognized!!
This week’s student of the week is 5th grade student BettyAnn Brown, chosen by Mrs. Staley. She is an absolute joy to have in class. Her hard work and assignment completion is so appreciated. She is always trying her best and follows directions. If one of her classmates needs help, I can count on her to assist.
BettyAnn’s favorite part about school is Art class. The paper mache project is what she enjoyed the most. She was also selected to be in the Yearbook group. BettyAnn and her team will design and organize our yearbook!
Creativity is not her only passion, she also loves her animals.
When she’s not in school she enjoys chilling in her room with her cat, Stormy.
