Zooming closer to Winter Break! Kicking off the week with wearing your craziest Christmas socks 🧦
Recently students reviewed figurative language in a library lesson with Mrs. Garrett. Then they worked together in groups to complete a Question Trail answering questions centered around different types of figurative language.
Mrs. Garrett works hard to create a fun space in the library and it pays off!
Mrs. Garrett works hard to create a fun space in the library and it pays off!
Mrs. Freeny's and Mrs. Maupins' 7th grade ELA class has been learning about figurative language in songs . Today's song was "Happy" and they danced it out at the end. They even had Mr. S. bust a few moves out, too!!!
8th graders in Mrs. Goodwin’s ELA classes participated in their first Socratic Seminars this week. A Socratic Seminar is a structured student-led discussion that dives deeper in to analyzing text - in this case The Diary of Anne Frank - and collaborating with peers to actively engage in dialogue.
One class also benefitted from the knowledge shared by a high school intern regarding the practice of Socratic Seminars in high school and college level courses. Our intern shared with students how practicing Socratic Seminars now will help prepare them for high school and beyond.
One class also benefitted from the knowledge shared by a high school intern regarding the practice of Socratic Seminars in high school and college level courses. Our intern shared with students how practicing Socratic Seminars now will help prepare them for high school and beyond.
Mrs. Fortino's Health and Wellness class sat together in a circle and passed a ball from person to person, focusing on the importance of communication, teamwork, and trust. As the ball moved around the circle, they talked about how every individual plays a vital role in keeping our “community chain” strong.
Activities like this help us build stronger relationships, practice active listening, and recognize how each one of us contributes to a positive classroom environment.
Activities like this help us build stronger relationships, practice active listening, and recognize how each one of us contributes to a positive classroom environment.
Long miles, big smiles, and a conference Champs to top it all off! We're proud of this team!🏆
Mr Williams’ Life Skills class has been learning some basic life saving techniques- CPR, AED, and tourniquets!
Our student-led No Bully Club is all about kindness, respect, and looking out for each other. Kindness is our rule. Inclusion is our goal 😎
PTO Snack Friday is this Friday 11/21!
Newman Academic Team traveled to Cleveland for OAAC District competition on Friday. They battled tough competitors all day and came out on top! Congratulations to District Champions! Let’s go Bulldogs!
6th Graders have been learning to be Upstanders and not bystanders in Mrs. Postier's Life Skills classes while learning to Stop Bullying Now!! Students created their No Bullying T-Shirt Designs in class and here are the top winners.
Oklahoma Caring Van will be here on Friday to give flu vaccines. Only students with consent forms filled out by parents will receive the vaccine. Forms can be picked up in the front office. Please reach out to Nurse Jennie Gregory if you have any questions. 918-396-2307 jgregory@skiatookschools.org
On Fridays at NMS we work on Leader in Me! Maddi did an amazing job leading her TEAMs class through one of today’s lessons!
Get Ready for the Fall Dance! The Student Council is excited to host our annual Fall Dance—and tickets go on sale Monday!
🥳 Let's Go, Newman Middle School StuCo! 🐾
Our amazing Newman Middle School Student Council is fueled up, ready to roll, and heading to Poteau, Oklahoma for the OAMJHSC State Conference! These incredible students (and their dedicated sponsors!) are not just attending—they're ready to make history as they campaign to take the presidency for the next year! 🗳️👑
Wish them luck as they represent Newman Middle School with leadership, spirit, and a whole lot of Bulldog Pride!
Our amazing Newman Middle School Student Council is fueled up, ready to roll, and heading to Poteau, Oklahoma for the OAMJHSC State Conference! These incredible students (and their dedicated sponsors!) are not just attending—they're ready to make history as they campaign to take the presidency for the next year! 🗳️👑
Wish them luck as they represent Newman Middle School with leadership, spirit, and a whole lot of Bulldog Pride!
Mr. Williams' 6th grade science class is studying waves so they went to the pond and made some!
Starting the week off with a Veterans Program honoring those who served.
What an amazing day with the NE FCS leaders🙌 They led students through fun team-building activities focused on trust, communication, and encouragement.
Bring $10 to purchase your year long hat pass!
Our special education class had a fantastic time at the pumpkin patch recently! Back in the classroom, they kept the fall fun going by making homemade applesauce. It was a perfect mix of hands-on learning and autumn joy!
