Led by her student teacher Miss Brumleve, eighth grade students in Mrs. Deters's Communications classes are working through a narrative unit. As part of the writing process, students interviewed an adult in their lives about a specific story that they would like to retell. This week, students engaged in a 'Concentric Circles' activity to practice telling their story to classmates, and they started working on their rough drafts yesterday while enjoying the beautiful weather.
In Mrs. Oseland's math class, students worked together by thinking as a whole group. Students raced to figure out a pattern to get from 1 to 100 first.
Over the past few days, Mr. Pals' eighth grade science classes learned how to fly drones. They first learned about safety and the recreational flying guidelines. After watching a few short videos on how to code the drones, students used school iPads to code their movements for flight through an obstacle course. They had to navigate the course and successfully land their drone on a small landing area. Students also learned how to manually fly their drone without the use of coding. A huge "THANK YOU" to the Teutopolis Education Foundation for funding these drones! TJHS students loved this activity!
Bikes, bikes and more bikes! The last "Bike to School" event was held today. Thanks to all the students who participated! It was a great time!
Each year our 7th grade students participate in an Americanism Essay Contest. This year's theme was "Why Am I Proud to be an American?" Our students write a 500 words or less essay about this topic which are then judged by our local American Legion Post 924 members. First place went to Lillian Miller. Her essay went on to the district level where it received 3rd place. Second place went to Bennett Schumacher, and third place was Molly Manuel.
The Teutopolis High School Softball Team paid a visit to the junior high this morning for "High Five Friday." Thanks for helping us start the day off with some excitement!
Congratulations to the following 8th grade students for winning awards at the Effingham Art Guild Children's Art Show. 3rd Place: Carly Witges Honorable Mentions: Alexis Bloemer, Addison Meyer, Ozzie Pals, Bo Kreke, Abigail Zane, Isabella Niemerg, Sam Wente, and Blake Young. Not Pictured: Elle Ruholl.
It's that time of the year.... frog dissection time!
Students in Mr. Niemerg's science classes are spending the next several days opening up the cavity of a frog and learning about all of it's organs.
These students received a first rating at IESA Solo and Ensemble contest on Saturday, March 16th at St. Anthony Grade School. Audrey Runde & Maddie Repking-Vocal Duet, Jackson Meyer-Saxophone solo, Jack Hartke-Trombone solo, Taylor Hoene-Clarinet solo, Vincent McLellan & Anderson Goeckner-Brass duet. Congratulations for your accomplishment!
Teutopolis Junior High School selected Jack Hartke & CeCe Passalacqua as the January & February "Kids Have Talent" award winners for excellence in band sponsored by Tingley Insurance. Pictured with Jack and CeCe is Chris Tingley who presented the awards.
Congratulations Jack and CeCe!! A great award for great musicians!
Two more students were chosen for this month's "kindness initiative" at TJHS.
Alexis Bloemer genuinely cares about other students and staff members.
Jackson Meyer is always very polite and is very patient during the lunch line.
Both were treated to Subway during lunch with two of their friends. Way to go you two! We are extremely proud of both of you!
Two more students were chosen for this month's "kindness initiative" at TJHS. Brody Schmidt and Aiden Bloemer went above and beyond to help certain teachers complete various tasks. Both were treated to Subway during lunch with two of their friends. Way to go you two! We are extremely proud of both of you!
As Valentine's Day has come and gone, TJHS hosted "Book Speed Dating" for our students. Students recommended books they have read and enjoyed. Mrs. Wakefield and Mrs. Goeckner pulled these books off our shelves and placed them on various tables in the library. Students rated each date (book) by first impression (cover), by flirting (reading the summary), and by getting to know you (reading the first couple of pages). If the student was interested in a second date (checking out the book), he/she placed his/her name on a post-it note in the book so it could be checked out. Huge thanks to Mrs. Wakefield and Mrs. Goeckner for making this happen for our students!!
TJHS students were surprised today with a Valentine meal from Joe's Pizza and Pasta. All students and staff members enjoyed spaghetti, breadsticks, salad, and fruit. A great surprise for great kids! We hope everyone has a terrific Valentine's Day tomorrow!
Two students were chosen for this month's "kindness initiative." Blake Newlin was a tremendous help to a substitute teacher, and CC Mattox showed kindness towards several students at the school dance and during her PE class. Both were treated to Subway during lunch. Way to go you two! We are extremely proud of both of you!
TJHS students who participated in the Rebecca Caudill program voted on their favorite book today...and enjoyed a donut for their hard work! The Rebecca Caudill Young Readers' Book Award is an annual award given to the author of the book voted most outstanding by children in grades four through eight in participating Illinois schools. The award is named in honor of Rebecca Caudill who lived and wrote in Urbana, Illinois, for nearly 50 years.
Congratulations to Cecilia Donsbach and Eric Weidner on being selected as the "Best Fans" during the junior high girls basketball season! Each was awarded their own personal Wooden Shoe fan. Thanks to all who supported the girls basketball teams this season!
TJHS students loaded the buses today to go cheer on the 7th grade girls basketball team at the state tournament in Auburn. They enjoyed some bowling and laser tag in between games. Great fun with great kids!
Congratulations TJHS 8th grade girls basketball... regional champions!
Way to go Lady Shoes!!
On Saturday, November 18th, four TJHS students will attend Eastern Illinois University for the ILMEA District Festival. They will rehearse with other students from all schools in district five during the day and perform a concert that afternoon. Audrey Runde will perform at 3:00 p.m. with the junior choir in the Grand Ballroom in the MLK Student Union. Taylor Hoene, Jack Hartke, and Cece Passalacqua will perform at 3:30 p.m. at Doudna Concert hall with the junior band. Such a GREAT honor!
