AR Sled Riding

What a great day of sled riding.  I want to thank our staff and students for a terrific day on the hill sled riding.  It was definitely a fun time.  I think the teachers had as much, if not more fun than the students.  Special thanks to Mrs. Flerlage, Mr. Molino and the rest of the AR Team for organizing such a great day.  The snow squalls made it even better.  Please check out the pictures I took below.

AR Reward Day

The 5th and 6th grade students that met their AR Goal for the 1st semester will be treated to an afternoon of sled riding on the hill at the high school.  It looks like it will be a great day for sled riding.  They will also get to drink hot chocolate and eat donuts from Dunkin Donuts. Congratulations to all our students that made their goal.  Check back for some pictures.

High School Report Cards

The report cards for 7th - 12th graders will be sent home tomorrow.  Please make sure you ask your child about their report card.  Congratulate them on their efforts and discuss with them ways they can improve their grades as well.  Discuss the report card calmly and set a plan together on ways they can improve their grades.

Please become active in your child's education.  Check their homework, email their teachers, and talk with your child everyday how their day at school was.  An active parent is very important in a successful education system.  

All report cards must be signed and returned to your child's 1st period teacher by Wednesday, February 4th.

AR Reward Day

Congratulations to the approximately 100 5th & 6th grade students that achieved their AR goal for the 1st semester. We are looking to do the AR Reward sometime next week (weather permitting). Get your sleds ready because the sledding will be fast, furious and fun.

I also want to thank my friend Mr. Fausnaught from Loyalsock for allowing Mr. Nunkster and myself the opportunity to come over and share ideas. You have a great school and a great staff. Keep up the good work. It was great to see all the great things you are doing.

Finally, I want you to check out this great audio clip Mrs. Pardoe sent to me. If your a Steelers fan you will enjoy it. It is called Stairway to Seven. Go to: http://richbanks.com/uploads/Stairway_To_Seven.mp3

HERE WE GO - PITTSBURGH'S GOING TO THE SUPER BOWL!

The Pittsburgh Steelers are going to the Super Bowl! What a game. The defense stood out again and dominated the Baltimore Ravens. Next up - The Arizona Cardinals. The hottest team in the NFL against the most dominate team in the NFL. Enjoy the video from my visit to training camp this summer. I am sorry the song is old, but I will update it when the new one is released. GO STEELERS!

7th & 8th Grade Dance

The 7th & 8th Grade Student Council held their Winter Dance on Friday Night. It was a fun night had by all. Special thanks to Mr. Rodgers and Mr. German for helping get the dance organized. I had a couple 7th grade students take some pictures for me at the dance. Thank you Kiersten & Bayli for being my photographers. You did a great job! Check out their great work!