The core value of the month of December was perseverance: demonstrating determination & resilience in the face of challenges, striving to overcome obstacles. From those who were nominated, the staff voted for Katelyn Carman as our Student of the Month.
"Based upon her 4 years of leadership and consistent work ethic, Senior Emersyn Nelson’s ability to remain a positive force as a volleyball and basketball student-athlete has earned her the recognition as Wethersfield High School Positive Student-Athlete for the month of December. Emersyn’s constant presence as a positive influence on her team and teammates earns her this recognition as she constantly strives to contribute and excel on the court, in the classroom and in the hallways of Wethersfield."
Second grade students in Mrs. Vincent's and Mrs. Woller's class participated in extra activities for exceeding their reading goals during the 2nd quarter. Royal and CeCe sat in on Mrs. Kegebein’s high school art class and participated in a lesson on watercolor painting techniques. Abel, Lawson, and Collin played catch and ran some routes with senior football player Zeb Rashid. Great job to all!
Sophomores are diving into their new unit of study by being stranded on an island. They’re working together to problem-solve and think critically, using teamwork to find creative solutions and benefit the group as a whole. Collaboration and ingenuity are the keys to survival.
Congrats to our 2nd quarter Accelerated Reader (AR) incentive winners! These students have earned 40 or more points on AR. Kassidy Fink - 5th Grade, Royal Wilder - 2nd Grade and Abel Humphrey - 2nd Grade.
K-Kids worked together with other Kiwanis members to put together Goodfellows baskets.
Melanie Lopez finished a solid oak table that has a dovetail drawer. She did a great job!
PATT Fundraiser winners in grades 4th, 5th, and 6th enjoyed a lunch trip to McDonald's! Thank you for being the top fundraisers of your class!
6th grade students tested their earthquake-safe buildings that they created for their Earthquake Project in science class.
Sophomore health students recently completed hands-only CPR training along with AED use training.
Mrs. Addis’ 6th grade class met with their kindergarten buddies for a holiday craft!
It's a DOUBLE VICTORY for the Lady Geese as the Varsity takes down the Rams of Riverdale by a score of 41-39! The JV team was also victorious by a final of 45-37! It's a great night on Goose Island!
Second-grade students worked together to research Christmas traditions from around the world. They created beautiful displays and engaging slideshows to share what they learned. Families joined in the fun by preparing delicious food samples, allowing everyone to 'travel' from country to country to experience and taste Christmas celebrations from across the globe. It was a festive and flavorful day of learning and sharing!
Tonight's FANS of the Game brought the passion and cheers for the Flying Lady Geese!
The boys' basketball games v. Henry today at Wethersfield High School have been canceled due to dangerous road conditions. A make-up date will be announced for a rescheduled date.
We had 4 OUTSTANDING Goose Award Winners this afternoon; Charlotte Smith, Abel Humphrey, Camden Cortes, and Alayna Grier. Absent from the picture was Allison Gibson. Congratulations!
8th grade digital literacy students have been helping second-graders with their Christmas Around the World projects.
The 8th Grade Girls' Basketball season ended tonight at the Sectional Championship game in Shabbona! Our Regional Champ Lady Flying Geese played hard against a tall and talented Putnam County team! We are ALWAYS proud of our Geese!
Wethersfield Elementary dress-up days for next week (12/16-12/20). Next Friday 12/20 will be a 1:45pm early dismissal for staff and students.
Hello Everyone,
Here is the link for the December Newsletter: https://secure.smore.com/n/mrcn7
Have a great evening!
Dr. Brooks