Waldeck School May Newsletter Waldeck Elementary & Junior High School May 3, 2016 #1 Warrior Way, P

Waldeck School May Newsletter Waldeck Elementary & Junior High School May 3, 2016 #1 Warrior Way, P. O. Box 90, Waldeck, SK. S0H4J0 Phone: (306) 778 - 9292 Fax: (306) 778 - 3577 Web Page: http://chinooksd.ca/school/waldeck Waldeck School May Newsletter

Congratulations to the Cast of Waldeck School’s Motto: Pride—Tradition—Excellence “MURDER Runs in the FAMILY” Mission Statement: Junior High drama had a KILLER performance! Our murder, mystery, We will strive to achieve the highest comedy play was a hit!! Our dress rehearsal on Thursday, April 21st was ap- academic learning for all students. Individuals will feel safe, valued and preciated by the students. We had a GREAT turnout for our evening perfor- become active in and around our mance on Friday, April 22nd. Their 5 weeks of hard work paid off! school community. Special thanks to the Grade 9’s for setting up the stage and our audience who supported us so generously in our silver collection! Value Statements: We strive to teach and model the One more round of applause for the Cast of Characters: following values: - We will demonstrate our belief and Jack Sparks ...... DWAYNE SHEA expectation that all students can achieve Heather Pallfeather ...... JUSTINE BIJOU their personal best in all areas of learning. Montgomery ...... ZACH GLYDON - We will ensure students learn the Mirium Pallfeather ...... EMILY MATISHO desired outcomes by helping them to Claude Purdy ...... NOAH STEINLEY develop their unique gifts and Patricia Purdy (shared by) ...... ZACK PAINCHAUD abilities. - We will commit to modeling and ...... CARTER WILLIAMS encouraging positive attitudes and Maxine Pallfeather ...... ERIN ANDRES actions that demonstrate respect for all! Kathleen Pallfeather ...... JESSICA MORSTAD - We will create and maintain an at- Aunt Zelda ...... AURORA BENGRY-NICKEL mosphere where al individuals have the opportunity to demonstrate their Leo Burdette ...... CARSON LETKEMAN strengths, abilities and opinions. Messenger ...... JAYDEN STOLHANDSKE-DALE - We will lead our students to opportu- Policeman ...... JAYDEN STOLHANDSKE-DALE nities that encourage active involvement in our local and global communities.

Vision : Waldeck SCC presents: Get Your Read In Gear… Our school, with the support of parents and community, will strive to build a legacy of confident lifelong Dr. Seuss Style!! learners.

Vision Statements: Can you read like a fox? Can you read in a box? Can you read with a cat? - Foster the development of moral Can you read in a hat? Can you read in a tree? Can you read in a T? Can intelligence. - Strive to develop in you read in a crown? Can you read upside down? Can you read on a pole? students a “love of learning” and the Can you read in a hole? Our last Warrior challenge this school year…WE self-motivation to be successful learners. WANT TO SEE YOU ENJOYING READING!! Take pictures of you reading Dr. - Empower students to be difference- makers in the school, local and global Seuss Style! BE CREATIVE! GET CRAZY! USE YOUR IMAGINATION! The sky communities. is the limit!! Print your pics at home and bring them to the school or send - Continually celebrate individual them by email or on a memory stick and we’ll make sure they get up on uniqueness and diversity. the reading wall of fame! Let’s go WARRIORS! WALDECK SCHOOL MAY NEWSLETTER PAGE 2

Public Speaking Day - Friday, April 29th Elementary Speaking

The Grade 1-6 students started off our Public Speaking Day with presentations in the Library. Thank you to all the parents and grandparents who came out that day for this special event. The students were so pleased to have you attend and happy to perform for an audience!

Our Grade One students recited poems. Van Bender - Dirty Clothes Barret Leisel - A Foolish Cow Taylor Blades - Sardines Maci Martens - Jump Rachel Cornelson - I’m Waiting for a Rainbow Bentley Nickel - Frog Cafe Jordan Burdick - Hair Kayel Pinsent - My Little Brother Milah Dirkson - My Woolen Sweater Bently Tienkamp-Pulvermacher - A Fabulous Machine Colin Laing - Five Little People Bryson Wiche - I’m a Piglet

The Grade 2 & 3 students recited poems as well. These students presented in the Library: Boone Bender - My Smartphone Isn't Very Smart by Kenn Nesbitt Elayna Britton- Wet Pets by Loris Lesynski Mila Cairns - I Like the Floppy Dog Downstairs by Jack Prelutsky Riley Dyck - I Spied My Shadow Slinking by Jack Prelutsky Amalia Letkeman - Boa Constrictor by Shel Silverstein McKenna Moen - I Rode a Rainbow Unicorn by Kenn Nesbitt Eric Shea - Willoughby Wallaby Woo by Dennis Lee Rylan Steinley - Monkey See, Monkey Do by Dennis Lee Jack Unger - Smart by Shel Silverstein Erin Gray - I Tried to Do My Homework by Kenn Nesbitt Ivy Huxted - Eighteen Flavors by Shel Silverstein Charmayne Martens - I Wear the Most Amazing Shoes by Jack Prelutsky Karter Petras - Alligator Pie by Dennis Lee Logan Spate - Really Fast by LeUyen Pham Jerry Martens - Bear in There by Shel Silverstein Nathan Williams - When I Grow Up by Jack Prelutsky Michael Fehr-Klassen - I Tried to Ride a Skateboard by Kenn Nesbitt

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Elementary Public Speaking continued...

These Grade 2 & 3 students performed in the classroom: Milana Dyck - Eight Balloons by Shel Silverstein Skylar Wiche - You're Eating Like a Pig Again! by Jack Prelutsky Nate Widdup - My Neighbor's Dog is Purple by Jack Prelutsky Kayde Mielke - The Purple Cow by Gelett Burgess Levi Hildebrand - Captain Hook by Shel Silverstein Kierstin Dahlgren- I Know All the Sounds that the Animals Make by Jack Prelutsky Hunter Bartlett- Tree House by Shel Silverstein Skylar Pulvermacher - Minecraft Mike by Ken Nesbitt

The grade 4 class recited poems and the five students were chosen to say their poems in the library. Mya Wiens - Pizza Themes & Variations Tylan Mielke - Crocodile's Toothache Kinsey Bender - Kidnapped Ryley Burdick - I Dreamed of Chickens Last Night Janelle Stolhandske-Dale - Smart

The Grade 5 students had the chance to pick one of their favourite picture books. Each of them did an excellent job memorizing and presenting them to the class. The following students bravely and confidently presented their books in front of a large audience! Congratulations to Kadey Patzer (If You Give a Cat a Cupcake), Tori Hansen (If You Give a Pig a Pancake), Zealand Rayner (Parts), Lincoln Martens (More Parts), and Kaylee Klassen ( I Have to Go!)

This year the grade six students did biographies of famous Canadians. They worked hard at pro- ducing some quality work and presenting their biographies in front of their classmates. Six students from the class were chosen to present their biographies in the library in front of a large group of elementary students, parents, grandparents and siblings. The following students who presented in the library and their topics were: Carter Williams presented on Kris Kunitz who plays for the Pitts- burgh Penguins. Allison Laing spoke on Howard Cable, a musician, composer and writer, who may

be most noted for writing the tune for Hockey Night in Canada. Chase Martens presented Amber Marshall, an actress on the T.V. program Heartland. Matthew Unger spoke on Tim Horton's, the man behind the Tim Horton's franchise, and a Toronto Maple Leafs player. Cortney Berge told about the life of country musician Paul Brandt and finally Morgan Coward told the life story of teen age girl heartthrob, and musician, Justin Beiber.

Great job on your presentations grade six! WALDECK SCHOOL MAY NEWSLETTER Page 4 Junior High Public Speaking Congratulations to all junior high students for preparing and presenting speeches in their class- rooms! So many interesting topics and a good effort by all students! On Thursday, April 29th we held a public speaking competition with 3 students from each of the grades presenting their speeches in the gym. “How Fashion is Crippling Creativity” by Robin Matisho (Gr. 9) “Feminism” by Jessica Morstad (Gr. 9) “What is the Meaning of Sponsorship” by Tori Rempel (Gr. 9) “Speaking in Public” by Noah Steinley (Gr. 8) “The Game of Hockey” by Austin Coward (Gr. 8) “Exit Signs” by Alex Chilson (Gr. 8) “Helen Keller” by Emily Matisho (Gr. 7) “Brad Paisley” by Jesse Patzer (Gr. 7) “Weston Dressler” by Carson Letkeman (Gr. 7) The results of the public speaking competition that afternoon were: Jessica Morstad (Gr. 9) and Emily Matisho (Gr. 7) tied for 2nd place. In first place was Robin Matisho (Gr. 9). Congratulations!!

Warrior Badminton 2016! Badminton has been in full swing this month as our Waldeck Warriors Badminton team has trav- eled and competed at three different schools. Our first location was at Herbert where we had an opportunity to get our feet wet and compete against their teams in some friendly badminton matches. Our second location was at Hazlet and once again they were great hosts. It was an excellent opportunity to play at a different school and to work on our skills that we have been de- veloping in practice. Our last location was at Wymark where we challenged the Wolverines. Mr. Jago was a gracious host. Again, it was a chance to fine tune our skills and get us ready for the sub-sectional tournament at Gull Lake on Saturday, April 30.

The following players participated in the sub-sectionals at Gull Lake this past weekend: Kendra Laybourne, Amber Hansen, Tanner Gray, Zack Painchaud, Landis Lang, Carter Williams, and Austin Wiebe. They represented Waldeck School very well and came away with many awards! Good job Warriors!

It should also be mentioned that it has been a fun group of players to coach this year. All of you have had good attitudes and have really improved in your skills.

Finally a big thank you to Mrs. Wiebe who was a wealth of knowledge as she helped co-coach the team!

Mr. Parschauer, Badminton Coach PAGE 5 WALDECK SCHOOL MAY NEWSLETTER

Division II Assembly - Thursday, May 19th

Grades 4, 5 and 6 students and teachers invite you to the Division II As- sembly on Thursday, May 19th from 2:20 - 2:50 in the gym.

Everyone is welcome! We hope to see you there!

Burger Food Sale - Thursday, May 12th ME to WE Canteens

For the month of May we will be having a BBQ With the warm spring weather the Burger Sale on Thursday, May 12th. Me-to-We Canteen will be selling popsicles and ice cream treats on Students may order a BBQ burger for $3.00 each. Fridays at lunch. We are opening The dessert will be long johns for $1.00 each. the canteen to elementary and jun- **Please ensure that your child’s order is placed ior high students. The options right by May 10th. now are ice cream sandwiches, rain-

bow pops and chocolate fudge bars. If your child wishes to purchase ice cream they do not need to order in advance. They can jut line up at the canteen in the CA Room on Friday at

lunch.

As a final fundraiser the We-to-We students will be hosing a Hat Day on Friday, May 6th. For $2.00 your Band News child will receive a stamp that allows May 2 - Instrument testing for prospective him/her to wear a hat all day on that Friday. The money can be paid Fri- band students. day morning at the start of the day. May 5 - Sr. Band Tour to Lethbridge (Leaving May 4th after school to May 6th). Mrs. L. Geiger, ** No Full Band rehearsals on May 5th. Me-to-We Advisor May 24 - School tour to Success, Cabri and Stewart Valley for all band students. May 28 - Junior Band Tour to Regina. June 2 - Prairie West Band Final Awards Con- cert at SCCHS Cafeteria 7 p.m. Everyone Wel- come! WALDECK SCHOOL MAY NEWSLETTER PAGE 6

Mosiac and Genius Hour

Mosaic: Over the last weeks, the grade 8s have been working hard on their Cultural Mosaic project that sees them pick a country, research it in depth, and create a presentation that includes a variety of information, and the best part, food! Please come and join us on May 10th at Waldeck School from 6:30-7:45pm to enjoy the culture of many Nations and the hard work of the grade 8 students!

Genius Hour: Genius Hour is a 4 month project that allows our grade 9 students to research in depth on any topic of their choosing. Mr. Martinez and Mr. Skelton act as facilitators, with owner- ship of learning put on the grade 9’s. This project contains only three guidelines. It must be researched, it must have a driving question, and it must be shared or presented. With this in mind, the grade 9s will be presenting Genius Hour on May 10th from 6:30-7:45 at Waldeck School in the gym. Please come out and support these young innovators as they share new knowledge of their own interests!

Elementary Track and Field It's that time again...Grade 1-6 Track and Field is quickly ap- proaching! Please join us on May 27th to watch the students compete in a variety of running, jumping, and throwing events (alternate date is May 30th). The meet will be held at the Swift Current Comp Track. The day will get underway around 9:30 am. A canteen will be available at lunch if you or your child wants to purchase food. More information regarding transportation, events, and groups leaders will be sent home later in May.

Junior High Track and Field Junior High Meets—Dates and Locations: Rolling Hills Sectional Meet—Thursday, May 19th at Swift Current. Schools participating from Gull Lake, Herbert, Hodgeville, Stewart Valley, Swift Current Comp, Waldeck, Wymark, Ponteix, Vanguard and O. M. Irwin. District Meet—Wednesday, May 25th at Swift Current. Provincial Meet—Friday, June 3rd and Saturday, June 4th at Yorkton. Good luck to all Warrior athletes in your events! Go Warriors!!! WALDECK SCHOOL MAY NEWSLETTER

Grade 1 and 3 Parenting Study Group Swimming Lessons Promoting healthy parent/child relationships with respectful May 16—20 and communication, co-operation, responsibility and encourage- May 24, 25 27 ment. Based on teachings of Alfred Adler and Rudolph Dreikurs. Grade 1 10:45-11:30 Tuesday, May 10 – Parenting Study Group and Tuesday, May 24 – ADD/ADHD Information & Support Grade 3 10:00—10:45 Time: 7:00 – 9:00 at Irwin School (2nd Floor Art Room) Call 306-626-3317 for more information.

St. John Ambulance is offering “Babysitting Basics” Saturday, May 2nd and Saturday, June 6th from 9:00-4:00 p.m. in Swift Current. Cost is $40.00. For children 10—16 years old.

“Home Alone Course” Saturday, May 28th and Friday, July 11th from 9:30—12:00 p.m. Cost is $25.00. For children 9 years of age and older.

Upcoming Events... (Registration forms available at the school office.)

MAY JUNE May 2 Band Recruitment (pm) (Grade 4) June 1 Hodgeville Track Meet at SCCHS Track May 10 Mosiac & Genius Hour 6:30—7:45 p.m. (for qualifying Gr. 4-6 students) June 2 Prairie West Band Awards Concert May 12 Burger Sale at SC Comp May 16-20 Gr. 1 & 3 Swimming Lessons June 9 Grade 5/6 Hot Dog Sale Trip Fundraiser May 19 Division II Assembly (2:20-2:50) June 20 Junior High Awards Assembly 2:00 p.m. Rolling Hills Sectional Track Meet (7-9) Parents Welcome at SCCHS Track June 21– 24 Junior High Exams May 23 Victoria Day Holiday June 27 Grade 9 Grad 6:30 p.m. May 24-26 Grade 1 & 3 Swimming Lessons Waldeck Gymnasium May 25 SWAC Meet in Swift Current (7-9) June 28 Waldeck School SCC BBQ May 27 Gr. 1-6 Track and Field Meet in SC & Elementary Awards Assembly (SC Comp Track) (alt date—May 30th) Last Day of Classes for students Report Cards Web page: http://chinooksd.ca/ school/waldeck June 29 & 30 Administration Days - No school for students