Sherman County School District

The favorite part of my day was… Being invited into 4th grade during Geography to see Mrs. Wambold’s students learning about the continents as they created their own pumpkin globes, all the while singing along to a song about all the continents. Such a great example of Mrs. Wambold meeting the needs of students with several different learning styles. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Having our first core review meeting with elementary. While these may not seem like the most glamorous and exciting parts of the school day, this is where some of the most important work happens. Reviewing reading data, student by student, grade by grade with teachers and our reading interventionist/RTI specialist to, to make actionable plans for how to support each and every student in their reading skills as they move through the elementary grades. THIS is what lays the foundation for a successful K-12 experience for students. Families, if you want to know how best to support your student at home, simply start by reading with them. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

Wednesday morning is our 1st Coffee & Conversation!

The favorite part of my day was… Getting our “Norms on a stick” made by Tionie for all of our meetings…to be used as a humorous, light-hearted way to hold each other positively accountable to our agreed upon meeting norms. Being able to laugh and have a good time is so important in order to balance out the countless hours of hard work. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

Husky Helping Hands is starting on Wednesday for 7-12th grade academic support. Students interested in attending will meet afterschool in room 12. Transportation will be available at 5:00.

The favorite part of my day was… Having our first meetings with our newly formed PBIS and Leadership teams made up of representatives from across the school’s departments. Working together to improve student outcomes is some of the most impactful work that can be done, and the most rewarding. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Seeing many of our extracurricular activities in action all in one afternoon. From Gaming Club in Mr. Dearborn’s classroom to the Chess Club running the concession stand during the home volleyball game, to our growing staff ensemble for the national anthem, to our home football game to cap off the night. I love how the school is the hub for the community with a variety of activities offered to students. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Seeing the community’s commitment to our students’ education when I attended the monthly Education Foundation meeting at the extension office. Connecting with some long-standing Sherman county residents carried some extra meaning for me tonight. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Seeing Mr. Owens serving breakfast and lunch in the cafeteria. The kids enjoyed getting their sandwich from the Superintendent. This is just one of many examples of staff pitching in and helping out so far this year. We have a great team. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… These olive fingers at the PTO/Booster meeting this evening. No further explanation needed :) Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Visiting the English 9 class & seeing Mr. Kido working one on one with a student to provide specific constructive feedback, pointing out the strengths & also challenging the student in ways they can take their writing to the next level. Student performance growth is possible with a clearly communicated objective & success criteria, followed by timely feedback. All of the above were evident & in action in my 10-minute visit to this classroom. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Seeing the preschool students out at recess. Talking with one and he asks me “what do you do?” I tell him I’m the principal and I ask him if he’s a student and he says, “no, I work on my black hot rod. I live in Rufus, Oregon.” He then went on to share his full name before turning around and riding his tricycle scooter back inside. Moments like that are impossible not to smile ear to ear. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Gathering with our staff for a staff/family potluck dinner at the Grass Valley park. Big shout out to this lady, Miss Tionie for organizing the meal and helping to bring us all together! Nice way to end another busy, successful day at school. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

Picture Day is tomorrow, Sept. 15!! Bring your picture packet (if you didn't order online) and your best smile. For online orders, go to mylifetouch.com and enter Picture Day ID - EVT93C6VD.

The favorite part of my day was… Watching and listening to Mr. Gronberg and Mrs. Berry play the national anthem at our home volleyball game. It is very common and very easy for schools to play a recording of the anthem, but these two chose to go above and beyond their normal workdays and duties to play at our home volleyball games so far this season, and it’s just a bonus that they are both excellent musicians! Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Watching Ms. Nelson teach. She is our new 2nd grade teacher. She is an outstanding educator with a heart for all students, a perfect fit for Sherman County. We are fortunate to have her! Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

The favorite part of my day was… Delivering gifts to our new staff at the end of their 1st week with students. We have some amazing new educators who have joined our team and are making immediate impact. We are fortunate to have them at Sherman. The other favorite part of my day was watching our Varsity volleyball team make a comeback and beat Wallowa in an exciting finish to game 5. Great week to be a Husky! Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

Join in on the fun! Chess Club starts Monday after school.

The favorite part of my day was dropping in to see our elementary PE teachers, Mr. Lewis and Mrs. Miller, cheering on and encouraging our lower grades in an intense timed running competition in PE. Word in the halls is the girls teams won every race. Principal Fall #EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.

My favorite part of the day was dropping in on Varsity volleyball practice and realizing we get to welcome a new kindergarten class to school while also supporting seniors in their path to graduation. A K-12 school is so wonderful to be able to see the students all the way through. Principal Fall EveryKid.EveryDay.100%.