Glenwood School Canned Food Drive

This year Glenwood School is sponsoring a canned food drive to help support our local community. Please bring non-perishable food items to the school between December 5th - 16th. This year we have set a school wide goal of 750 items. There will be a competition between preschool-5th grade and 6th-12th. The winning group will get a PRIZE!!!! This year the Leadership class will be helping to count and    collect items each morning. Please help out this holiday season by bringing canned goods.

Costumes and Other scary things...

We would like to thank the PTO for another wonderful Halloween carnival over the weekend.  Thanks for the support that you bring for our school.

We would also like to thank everyone who participated in the Costume Contest this year.  Every year we are  amazed at the creativity of our staff and students.  Good Job!

Glenwood in the News

Earlier this month students at the Glenwood schools helped our neighbors at the Conboy Lake National Wildlife refuge.  The folks at Conboy were having an open house to show off their new and improved compound and other offerings.  Our students made several trips to the refuge in preparation for the open house to take hikes, draw wildlife and write poems.  Our artwork was shared at the open house to rave reviews!  We even had students dress in period clothing and share soup and biscuits that were made by our students.  Finally, some students are working on a student film about the Whitcomb - Cole cabin using resources from the original historian on the project.  We would like to thank Shannon and the rest of the crew who helped bring us out to the Refuge.

We would also like to share this link from Terry Richard. (Click on his name)  He is a journalist that covered the Open House at the Refuge.  It has a lot of information about the Refuge and our area so check it out!

Halloween Costume Contest

This year the Leadership class will be holding a costume contest as part of our Student of the Month Assembly on October 31. We will be having the traditional parade of costumes just prior to this assembly. The assembly will start at 9:30 a.m. in the gym. Students will be encouraged to change just prior to the parade. The Leadership class will be the judges for each grade band: Preschool—4th grade, 5th grade through 8th grade, High School and adults (both staff and parents are encouraged to dress up). There will be prizes awarded for Best Costume and Most Unique costume for each group. There will also be a overall winner for Best Costume 2011.

Q&A

With Jay Anderson

Q. Is the first time with the school?

A. I worked here in 1999-2000 as the school administrator.

Q. Is this first time as a teacher?

A. I have taught in various schools worldwide for 26+ years.

Q. Do you like being a teacher?

A. I enjoy teaching

Q.  Do you get along with the other teachers?

A. I enjoy the Glenwood Staff.

Q. When in you where in school what where you good at?

A. I most enjoyed the classes in business

Upcoming Events

Here are some upcoming events.

Oct. 21^st Pumpkin patch fieldtrip

Oct. 22nd-23^rd Senior class wood cutting

Oct. 29^th 6-8 PTO Carnival

Nov. 7^th College fair 9-12

Nov. 10^th 8:10 Veterans' assembly

Nov. 16^th Enrichment day

These are the Glenwood school upcoming events.  

Middle School Community Job Shadows

Group photo at the Flying L

Presentation on what goes on at the BIA offices in Glenwood.

The Middle School students had the opportunity to explore some of the local businesses as part of our advisory program.  The students went to the Mt Adams Lodge at the Flying L Ranch and the Bureau of Indian Affairs offices here in Glenwood.  At each local business we had presenters discuss the jobs that they do on a daily basis, their schooling and background, and what subjects in school that helped them most in their current positions.  It was a good opportunity for our students to see what types of jobs are available in our community.  We would like to thank Tim, George and Raylene for hosting us it was a really great morning!

The Leadership Blog

   We are proud to present the Leadership Blog. The Leadership Students are assigned a topic or event, then create a short Write up and send the finished product to the Manager and Co-manager of the blog.
 Hope you enjoy!

Bus Safety Week

This week is School Bus Safety Week: 10/17/11 to 10/21/11. We had an assembly Tuesday morning where our bus drivers explained bus safety. For example, when getting on the bus and need to cross the road wait until the bus driver waves you across.  Another reminder for the students was to stay seated properly and keep your feet out of the walkway.  Another thing the drivers asked the students was to remind their parents about speeding in and out of the school parking lot.  Drivers need to watch for young kids crossing.  We also practiced the bus evacuation just in case there was an accident, and how to call for help using the GPS trackers.

Annuals for Sale

Annuals are now for sale in the office. These are from the 2010 - 2011 school year.  This year we have 3 options for purchase.  The first option is a black and white inside with a color cover.  This is our least expensive option at $5 each.  The next two options offer full color with different binding options.  One option has a spiral binding and the other is stapled. Both all color options are $20 a piece.  We are taking pre orders in the office through the second week of November.  If you have any other questions please contact the school.

Student of the Month

The Student of the Month for this month is for K-2 is Emily Hasting. She is a young lady who has a positive attitude about her learning and is working very hard to improve academically. For 3-5 is Bella Couch. She is always a positive student and friend. She’s enthusiastic, curious learner who always participates fully and is quick to help others. For middle school is Whitney Feller. She shows enthusiasm for learning and participated well in class. Classroom teachers have been impressed with her positive attitude and willingness to participate in class and returns homework on time. The High School Student of the Month is Perry Wasgatt. He takes his own personal time to volunteer to help teachers here at school. This student is in charge of many things such as the leadership blog, President of the Senior Class, and volunteers with the GEARUP program.

Interview With Tom Anderson

1.       What did you do before you worked here?

Answer: ran own construction business for 16 years and worked in engineering.

2.       Why did you choose to teach here?

Answer:  became aware of the opportunity.

3.       Why did you choose to teach shop?

Answer:  He had the skills, his father was a shop teacher and he doesn’t like the fact that some schools don’t have shop class because hands on learning is important.

4.       Do you live in Glenwood?

Answer: No

5.       What classes are you offering?

Answer: Design, Wood Working, Applied Tech, General shop and P.E

6.       What classes do you wish to offer in the future?

Answer: More advanced wood working and middle school wood working and expand general shop.

7.       Do you have any pets?

Answer: Yes, 2 Dogs and horses

8.       What is your favorite color?

Answer: Black

                                                              Interview Conducted By Kenny Henderson

Class Fundraisers

Seniors- Wood Cutting fundraisers dates have been changed to October 22^nd – 23^rd.

Juniors- Calendar sale, September 19^th – October 2^nd.

Freshman- no –sew blanket raffle at volleyball game on October 24^th

Cinnamon rolls sale at Church Bazaar, October 1^st

 ^{Sophomores: Flower Bulbs, September 26th -October.}

^{8th Graders- Scentsy sale, September 26th –October 10th.}

A Tasty Way to "Go Green"

     On September 14^th the Exploratory Class, taught by Mrs. Webb, conducted a  presentation on solar powered pizza ovens and how they worked. Leading the presentation was Gregory Dechand and Stephen McPherson. After the presentation there was a pizza snack/lunch, which the entire school enjoyed.

MS Volleyball Schedule

Mon. 9/26 Klickitat @ Klickitat 5:00 p.m.

Thurs. 9/29 Lyle @ Glenwood 5:00 p.m.

Mon. 10/3 Cascade Locks @ Cascade Locks 5:00 p.m.

Thurs. 10/6 Centerville @ Centerville 5:00 p.m.

Mon. 10/10 Trout Lake @ Trout Lake 5:00 p.m.

Thurs.10/13 Klickitat @ Glenwood 5:00 p.m.

Mon. 10/17 Lyle @ Lyle 5:00 p.m.

Mon. 10/24 Centerville @ Glenwood 5:00 p.m.

Wed. 11/2 League Tournament @ Klickitat 3:00 p.m.

TLG HS Volleyball Schedule

Tues. 9/27 Klickitat @ Klickitat 6:00 p.m

Thurs. 9/29 Sherman County @ Trout Lake 6:00 p.m

Sat. 10/1 Country Christian Invite @ Country Christ TBD

Tues. 10/4 Sunnyside Christian @ Sunny Side 6:00 p.m

Fri. 10/7 Lyle-Wishram @ Troutlake 6:00 p.m

Sat. 10/8 King’s Way @ King’s Way 6:00 p.m

Tues. 10/11 Bickleton @ Bickleton 6:00 p.m

Fri. 10/14 Klickitat @ Trout Lake 6:00 p.m

Welcome, Mr. Anderson

      This year our school is offering a high school shop class and other industrial art classes. This classes provide education that is needed to develope Life Skilles. Tom Anderson, our new shop teacher, has been a great addition to our school. Some new classes are: wood working, metal shop, And P.E.

Glenwood Community Blood Drive

      On Thursday, October 6^th there will be blood drive sponsored by the National Honor Society. The leadership class, the National Honor Society, and Glenwood High school would like to encourage the community to join in and save lives by donating blood. If you have any questions please contact Bridget McLughlin (509) 364 – 3438 or go online at www.redcrossblood.org; sponsor code Glenwood.

Upcoming Events for Glenwood School

September 27^th Picture day

September 28^th Enrichment Day

September 29^th Hearing tests

September 30^th Student of the month Assembly at 2:25 pm

October 5^th Open house @ 5:30 pm

October 6^th Blood Drive

October 8^th Refuge open house

October 19^th Job Shadow

Congrats Grads

June 4th we had our 8th grade promotion and High School Graduation.  Congrats!

High School Awards Night

On May 25th, the High School awards banquet was held.  Dinner was provided by the Glenwood Homemakers.  It was a very successful evening.  Thank for everyone who was involved.

 

Enrichment Day Activities

Christopher doing landscape painting

Greg and his artwork

Knights in Armour 

We had a very successful final Enrichment day of the school year.  Students K - 12 participated in a variety of activities throughout the day.  The Knights of Veritas came and shared Medieval sword fighting techniques and the Code of Chivalry.  Mrs Allaway helped lead the all school art project.  Mr Jacobson came in and shared his knowledge and love of art and lead all students through landscape painting.  Thanks for all the fun!

Elementary Parrot Paintings

The 4th and 5th graders have created these incredible paintings:

This one was done by Ashley.

This one by Bailey. 

Kinley painted this one.

Here is Brittany's.

Kyle's will hang in the school's permanent collection.

Louden took a slightly different approach by using colored pencil.  He also cut his parrot out and put it on a solid background rather than painting the background.

Madilyn has had a love-hate relationship with this painting.  As you would guess, love won out.

In order to make these, each student found a photograph that they liked.  After taping the paper down, each student drew an outline of the parrot they had chosen (free hand--no tracing!).  Then they used tempera wash to add the color.  

I'm really very proud of these artists, and not just for these paintings.  They have been working so hard, developing strong skills, and enjoying the process, too! 

Mrs. Webb

Calendar of Events for the week of 4/25

Advisory this week will be on Tuesday, so the afternoon classes will 5^th Period    12:04 – 12:43, 6^th Period    12:46 – 1:25, Advisory Period   1:28 – 1:58

7^th Period     2:01 – 2:40.

We will be having an Enrichment Day on Wednesday.

Saturday is Prom which will be held at Hood River Elks @ 8:00PM.

HS Track

Harvey Starr took 1st place in Pole Vault 

Coach Eldred surveys the competition

The TLG track team had a good showing over the weekend.  They had meets on Friday in Goldendale and Saturday in Moro.  The girls took 2nd place at both meets. While the boys took 6th on Friday and 8th on Saturday.  Good Job!

Spring Sports

This week is a very busy week for the middle school and high school track teams.

4/19 - MS track in Goldendale 4:30 pm
4/21 - MS track in Glenwood 4:30 pm

4/22 - HS track in Goldendale 4 pm
4/23 - HS track in Moro 11 am

Student Led Conferences

Student Led Conferences are being held Wednesday evening April 20th from 3 until 8 pm.  Please contact Toni in the office for specific times for your child's conference with their advisor.  These conferences are a time for students to show off what they have accomplished during the school year.  They will be showing off portfolios that they have been working on, as well as, the digital story "My Hope".

During the Student Led Conference time the Seniors will be presenting their Senior Projects in the multipurpose room.  If you are interested please feel free to come in during this time.

Talent Show

Glenwood has some talented performers and that was showcased on April 13th in the talent show.  A wide variety of talents were showcased.  Also during the performance the Music Club was selling Pampered Chef items to help fundraise for the group.  It was a successful night all around.

Career Day

We had several speakers come in to talk about their careers this past Thursday.  We had Paul Satzinger who spoke about Americorps, Adventure guiding and green building.  Next we had Joe Dean came and spoke about being a mobile large equipment mechanic.  Finally, Tina Nakae who is a teacher at Trout Lake school.

Paul Satzinger

Joe Dean

Tina Nakae

It was a very informative afternoon.  After each presentation, students were able to have a Q & A session with each speaker.

Only YOU can prevent Forest Fires

Smokey they Bear visited the K-1 classroom today.  There was a short video on the prevention of forest fires.  Then there was a short discussion on what to do if you spot a fire out in the woods. Finally, our kids were able to ask questions. It was a fun presentation.

Make Change, Beat Cancer

The past few weeks students at Glenwood Schools have been raising money to help the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society by sponsoring a penny drive.  We still have a few days to collect money, but so far it looks like we will far exceed our goal of raising $100.  Thank you for all that have given their change to help such a worthwhile charity cause!!

For more information about this program and other ways you can get involved check out    www.schoolandyouth.org

Glenwood High School Track Schedule

Tue, Mar. 22  Grandview Invitational. Grandview HS, Grandview.  Field 3:30 pm, Track 4:00pm

Sat. Mar 26  Tiger Invite. Battle Ground HS, Battle Ground.    Field 10:00, Track 10:30

Broadway in Glenwood?!!

After weeks of preperations, The Glenwood All School Play was a major success.

High School Track

Thu. 3/17   Mullen Leavit Invite @ The Dalles- Watonka HS, The Dalles    Field: 3:30 pm   Track: 4:00 pm

Sat. 3/19   Simcoe Invitational  @ Goldendale HS, Goldendale    Field: 11:00 am    Track: 12:00 pm

Spring Sports

Spring Sports have started! And as you can see we also have a foot of snow. Good luck to this Spring's athletes. We will have sports schedule updates so you know when to come and support.