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Wyndmere Public School Issue 16, March 2018

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The mission of Wyndmere Public School is to create an environment where students and staff are

safe, respectful, and responsible. The staff is committed to ensure all students are proficient and will graduate with the necessary skills to thrive as

21st century learners, workers and citizens.

WYNDMERE SCHOOL NEWS

From the SuperintendentOur school is not unlike most rural schools in North Dakota. It is an integral part of the community. When we have success, we all celebrate. When we have struggles or are in need, we more often than not have more help or contributions than we know what to do with. The support our families and school have had this past month from not only local but, outside sources, helps reinforce my opinion that living and working in a rural, smaller school setting has many positive intangibles that larger metropolitan areas are not able to replicate. Grieving, celebrating, laughing and crying, we grow together and support one another. Small schools, and small communities, do this best.

The window for state assessment is coming up. A couple of changes are coming for this year in regards to our assessment. A new vendor is providing the assessment. We are unsure as to what this will, mean if anything. Who is tested and how are also changing somewhat. 11 graders will no longer be taking the state assessment. This has been lowered one grade to 10th grade. We also did paper/pencil tests in the elementary and this will no longer be an option with the new vendor. We are confident that our students will perform well.

We continue to compile a list of projects to review for this summer. If you have suggestions, please contact Janet Bell, John Manstrom, or myself. Some of the projects we are looking at are sections of sidewalk to replace, additional storage loft in the cold storage building, bathroom remodel, and add/replace cabinet storage in the high school workroom.

We have had a number of new students move, or petition into our school system. So much so that we will be splitting 3rd grade into two sections next year to better provide for our students. Splitting or combining a class is a decision that comes with a number of ramifications. The decision is not made quickly or off the cuff. This decision was unanimous that we have the resources and can better provide for all by doing so.

If you have any questions or concerns feel free to contact me during school hours.

Dan Dalchow ~ Supt.

Important Dates

Thurs, Mar 1: Spring Elem Pictures Tri-College Math P/T Conferences 3:30-9:30 Fri, Mar 2: No School Mon, Mar 5: BBB Regions @ NDSCS Tues, Mar 6: BBB Regions @NDSCS Wed, Mar 7: End of Quarter 3 Thurs, Mar 8: BBB Regions @ NDSCS Sat, Mar 10: Speech @ Valley City Sun, Mar 11: Daylight Savings Begins Mon, Mar 12: School Board @ 7pm Tues, Mar 13: Acalympics @ Milnor Wed, Mar 14: JH Engineering Day @ Bobcat Fri, Mar 16: Parade of Academic Champs @ State BBB Sat, Mar 17: Parade of Champs @ State BBB (FB Team) Mar 18-19: State FFA @ Minot Mar 19-23: FFA Week Tues, Mar 20: SOTM Luncheon Sat, Mar 24: Speech @ Enderlin Mon, Mar 26: Winter Athletic Banquet Fri, Mar 30: No School Apr 2-3: No School


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High School Happenings 7-12 Principal Report Evan Braaten was named the Student of the Month for February. Mr. Carlson accompanied Evan to the luncheon in Wahpeton. Charlie Moffet received the SRCTC Student Award of Excellence for his work in the Construction Technology Program. Jack Manstrom won the Wyndmere School Geography Bee contest. Congratulations to all!

Congratulations to the newest North Dakota Association of Honor Society members: Jolene Kuchera, Casey Buskohl, Kolten Mellem, Cory Hulm, Laura Gutzmer, and Jessica Kuchera.

Emerson Johnson, Maria Morris, Cayden Smykowski, and Johnny Gutzmer competed at the Richland County Spelling Bee on February 21. Cayden Smykowski won the 7th grade division at the Richland County Spelling Bee, took 2nd place overall, and state qualified. Congratulations to all of the contestants.

At the Wyndmere FFA Competition, the Ag Sales and Small Animal Care teams took first place. Charlie Moffet won the Environmental and Natural Resources (ENR) contest and Sierra Strenge won the Small Animal Care competition. At the Little I competition, the Ag Sales team placed 3rd. The ENR team placed 3rd and Charlie Moffet took 3rd individually. The Small Animal Care team placed 2nd with Sierra Strenge placing 4th, Anne Manstrom placing 7th, and Jolene Kuchera placing 9th individually.

Congratulations to Gabriel Lothspeich on being selected to the 2018 Class B Academic All-State Gold Team. He will be recognized at the Parade of Academic Champions on March 16.

The Tri-College Math competition will be held on March 1st and the Math Counts competition will be held in Hankinson on March 5th. The Acalympic Team will compete at regions in Milnor on March 13th. The 7th and 8th graders will be traveling to Gwinner to take part in an introduction to engineering/STEM Day at Bobcat on March 14th. Mrs. Fyre will be taking the students. The Wyndmere FFA sponsored a Tie-Blanket service project for CHI Home Health Hospice on February 22 during Flex hour.

Activities Director Report It was a great experience watching Jeff Illies get inducted into the Lidgerwood High School Wall of Fame. We wish him the best as he works at making it into professional football. I know he has made Warbird Nation very proud.

Congratulations to the boys’ basketball team on their 18-2 regular season and their #2 seed in the regional tournament. The team earned a first round bye in the regional tournament and will play the winner of the Enderlin-Hankinson matchup. All of the region games will be played at NDSCS.

Congratulations to the Speech team on their 3rd place finish at Northern Cass. Gabriel Lothspeich state-qualified in Radio and EPR. Tiffany Springer placed 2nd and Alexandra Puetz placed 4th in Serious Prose. Kolten Mellem placed 4rd in Humourous. Anne Braun was named the Top Novice in Persuade.

The Parade of Academic Champions will be televised during the state BBB tournament on March 16. The Acalympic team and Gabriel Lothspeich will be honored at this time. The Parade of Champions will be televised during the state BBB tournament on March 17. The football team will be honored at this time.

The Warbirds Winter Sports Banquet will take place in Lidgerwood on March 26 with a 6:00 start. It will be a potluck supper.

#ClawOn #WarbirdNation #itsagreatdaytobeawarbird

Scott Strenge - High School Principal and Activities Director


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Elementary Endeavors

The first graders are once again trying to receive postcards from all 50 states. It's always exciting to receive the different postcards. Mrs. Tompkins has even received from some former students. That was great! We have not received any cards from the following states: Arkansas, Virginia, Tennessee, Michigan, Ohio, West Virginia, N. Carolina, De laware , Connect icut , Rhode Is l and , Massachusetts, Maine, and Vermont. We'd love help from any Wyndmere family, friends, alumni, etc.

As we enter March, we are starting to see a gradual warm-up, which has meant more recess time OUTSIDE!! The students have benefited from this and it helps to break up the days. Even though the temperature is going up, we will still require hats/gloves/snow pants until we see consistent higher temperatures and the snow melts.

This month will be the start of our North Dakota State Testing for grades 3-6. All tests have moved to an electronic format and schedules will be sent out once they are finalized. It is important that you take notice of when your student(s) test. A good night's sleep and a good breakfast can go a long way in helping them do their best!

The Wyndmere grade-level spelling bee winners participated in the Richland County Spelling Bee on February 21st. Local winners were: 5th - Emerson Johnson, 6th - Maria Morris, 7th - Cayden Smykowski, 8th - Johnny Gutzmer. Cayden will be competing at the state competition in Bismarck later this school year. All of our contestants did a great job!

March 7th marks the end of our 3rd Quarter. It is hard to believe we are entering the final push for the school year. Report cards will be sent out on Friday, March 9th. A "Sign-Return" letter will be attached and we ask that you have it returned as soon as you can. You may keep the report card.

The elementary boys will be starting their season and seem excited for the competition. Nathan Brandt will once again be coaching the team and we thank him for his willingness to do so. It has been fun watching the athletes grow in their skills during the Future Warbird Basketball Camps and we are excited to see them take their newfound knowledge of the game to the court.

It is wonderful getting to see the smiling faces of the students in the elementary school each and every day. I feel very grateful to work with such wonderful staff, students, and parents. Our students have a nice sense of community and family, which has been a blessing this past month. I am looking forward to a fantastic spring and ending the year on top of our game!

Mikal Kern - Elementary Principal


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Counselor’s Corner Parents and students: Check out msorgaard.weebly.com or scan the QR code below for the latest scholarships in our area, ACT test information, and student opportunities. The website is the best place to start when you have questions, I work hard to keep information up to date and available for students in the district.

What to do in March? As soon as it is possible, it is wise to submit your FAFSA. If housing and meal plans haven’t been applied for, students need to submit that as soon as they are able. Students should look at the website of their college for school specific scholarships. Local scholarships are soon to be distributed, be sure to get those submitted to me by the deadline in order to be considered. All of the scholarships that come to me are posted on my website and can be accessed at any time. If you have questions about scholarships or financial aid, feel free to call or stop into the office and I will connect you with resources.

Statewide Testing: On March 20th all juniors in the state of ND will be taking either the ACT or the WorkKeys test. In order to prepare for the ACT test, I have provided resources on my website under the “Testing” tab. I love the app Play2Prep that students can download and get 20 free practice questions a day to increase their skills! Also, all students have access to the online study tool Testive.

Summer Opportunities! Many summer experiences available to middle and high school students have begun the application process. Governor’s school, Boys/Girls State, North Dakota Leadership Seminar, Rotary Youth Leadership Academy and many others are looking for interested students to participate. More information and various opportunities can be found on my website and on school bulletin boards.

Alison Orgaard - High School Counselor

Wyndmere School Board Election Filing Date The final date to file for a seat on the Wyndmere Public School Board is Monday, April 9, 2018 at 4:00 p.m. Application forms may be obtained at the Wyndmere Public School Office. The three-year terms expiring on the Board are currently held by John Manstrom and Janet Bell. Both are eligible for re-election. Candidates for the position currently held by John Manstrom must reside in the geographical area of the district that includes the townships of Danton, Liberty Grove, Dexter, Wyndmere and a portion of Sargent County. Candidates for the position currently held by Janet Bell must live in the geographical area of the district that includes the City of Wyndmere. The annual school board election will be held Tuesday, June 12, 2018, with polling time set from 11:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Wyndmere Public School. For further information, interested individuals may call the school office at 439-2287.


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Noteworthy News Honor Society Congratulations to the following students who were recently inducted into the ND Association of Honor Society: Jessica Kuchera, Laura Gutzmer, Cory Hulm, Kolten Mellem, Jolene Kuchera, and Casey Buskohl. Their Induction Ceremony and breakfast was held on Wednesday, Feb. 28 .

Battle of the Books The Battle of the Books begins for grades 5 & 6! Students will be reading from now until April 25 to complete a list of 10 Newbery Award winning books. This is the 28th year of competition at our school.

Mark your calendars for 2pm on Wednesday, April 28 to watch the excitement of the teams competing that afternoon in the school cafeteria.

Bunches of Blankets We would like to thank Project Linus, a non-profit organization that provides homemade blankets to comfort children during difficult times, for providing a blanket to each child in grades K-12. They wanted to blanket our school in hugs, which is exactly what our students needed after an emotional week.

On Friday, February 23rd the Wyndmere FFA chapter teamed up with CHI Home Health (Hospice) to tie 49 fleece blankets together. This project was put together by Zach Even. He, Anne Manstrom and Laiken David were the students who picked out all the fabric. Most of the high school came together that afternoon to tie all the blankets alongside the very appreciative nurses from CHI. The blankets we tied in one afternoon will last over 6 months for the hospice program!


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March 2018

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Music Festival @Hankinson (9-12gr) 4:30

BBB Region Playin Games

NDAHS Induction7:30 am

P/T Conferences No School

SALT Meeting(Lidg.) 3:40

Tri-College MathCompetition

7pm KindergartenRegistration

BBB Regions @NDSCS

BBB Regions @NDSCS

3rd Quarter Ends BBB Regions @NDSCS

Speech @ ValleyCity

School BoardMeeting (7:00)

ELBBB @Abercrombie4:30

JH STEM @Bobcat 8:00-12:00

ELBBB @Campbell 4:30

AcalympicRecognition atState BBB

State 9 ManRecognition atState BBB

ELBBB vs. Milnor4:00

Acalympics @Milnor

FFA @ Minot Spanish CampELBBB vs.Hankinson 4:00

ELBBB vs.Lidgerwood

SOTM Luncheon NDSU Class BIndoor TrackSpeech @Enderlin

Spanish Camp Winter SportsBanquet (Lidg)6:00

ELBBB vs.Richland 4:00

ELBBB vs. FCT4:00

JH Track @NDSCS

Track @ NDSCSIndoor

April 2018

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Track @ Kindred Region Speech@ Enderlin

Father/DaughterDance (5:00-8:00)State FFA HorseJudging @ NDSU

School BoardMeeting (7:00)

JH Track @Lisbon

Track @ Oakes FFA Banquet

ELBBB @ Milnor JH Track @Sisseton

Track @ Lisbon

State Acalympics@ Bismarck

SOTM Luncheon Track @Concordia (TKRelays)

JH Track @Lisbon

Prom and GrandMarch

JH Track @Kindred

Track @ Lisbon JH Track @Milnor ???

Track @ Sisseton????

State Speech @Bismarck

7pm StarsConcert

7pm Elem SpringConcert

JH Track @Wahpeton

Track @ NDSCSO.J.

JH Track @Oakes

Track @ConcordiaState MusicJH Track @Concordia


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How do I help my child

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If they are reading a Fiction book ask them….

Who are the main characters and what traits can you infer about them? How have the characters changed during the book? What questions do you have as you are reading? Is the story written in first or third person point of view? What is the author’s purpose? Persuade, Inform or Entertain? What is the problem in the story? How do you think it will be solved? What do you predict will happen next? Could the story happen in real life? How are you similar to the characters? How are you different? What is the theme of the book? What lesson did the characters learn? Write a summary of the story using Somebody, Wanted, But, So, Then… What was your favorite part and why? Did you like the ending? If not, how would you change it? Write your own ending.

If they are reading a Non-Fiction book ask them….

What do you think you will learn from this book? What do you already know about this topic? What questions do you have as you are reading? What is the main idea of the text? What is the author’s purpose? Persuade, Inform or Entertain? What text features were used in this text? How did they help your understanding? What did you learn from this text? Do you have any questions after reading this? Were there any unknown words in this text? How did you find out their meaning? Where could you find more information on this topic? Write a summary of this text- remember to include the main idea and supporting details.

Help your child become a better writer by encouraging

them to write about what they read!


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Wyndmere Public School PO Box 190 101 Date Avenue Wyndmere, ND 58081

Happy Birthday to our March Birthdays!

19 – Julia Quam 22 – Thomas Pellman Emerson Johnson 23 – Kanella Seelye

Miss Stein 24 – Derek Haertling 25 – Lincon Pellman 26 – Sherilyn Gutzmer Mrs. Luebke 27 – Clay Wyum

1 – Ava Krier 3 – Max Huseth 5 – Mrs. Strege 6 – Mrs. Wittenburg 8 – Reese Hosford 10 – Heather Jordheim 11 – Connor Barton 15 – Bryson McKown 17 – Mrs. (Heather) Haberman 18 – Mason Seelye

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