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Midland Newsletter
Volume 21, Issue 2158
February 2015
Administrator’s Message
by Superintendent Rodenberg
It has been a unique start to 2015 as far as weather and school related events go. The snow, wind and severe wind chills
during the first week of school was a challenge. We did miss one day, which will be made up on May 22nd.
As most of you are aware, Midland is taking a serious look at how to improve our facilities at the secondary school in
Wyoming. We have contracted with Struxture Architects of Waterloo, Iowa to develop concepts for a major remodeling of
the facility by replacing the classrooms that are currently in the Bronson building. At this time, the plans involve the removal
of the Bronson building. The school has acquired properties south of the school to provide space for the expansion of the
current high school building. A number of residents were invited to community focus group meetings, which were held on
December 17th. The representatives from Struxture met with twenty-four residents at these meetings. Earlier that day the
representatives met with students and faculty as well. The overriding theme of the meetings was that something needs to be
done, but how will it be funded. The School Improvement Advisory Committee (SIAC) met on Tuesday, January 20th to hear
the report back from the architects and will consider the comments made by the focus groups. The SIAC will meet again on
February 3rd at 6 PM to further consider building options and how to finance the project.
The primary purposes for remodeling our current facility and removing the Bronson building are:
 Provide a high quality teaching and learning environment.
 Address the accessibility issue for our students, staff and community.
 Provide an adequate and efficient space for our booster club.
 Improve our restroom and locker room facilities, which are inadequate.
 Improve the kitchen and cafeteria/commons area.
 Create meeting spaces.
 Provide practice facilities so that the Paul Petersen Center can be used as a fitness center, which was its original
purpose.
Funding a project like this is always very difficult. The initial price tag for the concepts presented has been between $10
and 12 million. The only way to raise these funds is to pass a bond issue and/or look at a combination of financing with a
bond issue, using the voted physical plant and equipment levy and the one cent sales tax money. The vast majority of these
funds will have to come from a bond issue since our other funds are being used to pay for elementary remodeling job, buying
buses and to meet our technology needs. In order to finance this project, the public would have to support the bond issue by a
60% majority. The success of such a bond issue rests in the hands of the public who see the need for these improvements to
be done. The bond issue would increase property taxes by a minimum of $2.70 per thousand of assessed valuation or upwards
of an additional $1.35 or a total of $4.05. Our current property tax rate is $10.16 per thousand of assessed valuation, which is
the lowest among conference schools and other surrounding districts.
If the decision is made to move forward with this project and
putting a bond issue on the ballot, community members will be
asked to lead this campaign. It is my hope that those that support
Midland and its students will show their support by working to get
a bond issue passed to create a school facility that we can all be proud
of and know that our students and teachers will be learning and
teaching in a top-notch facility.
This is an exciting time for Midland and this project brings up
many opportunities and challenges. I will keep you informed and
provide more information as we move forward. I want to thank all
of you for the support over the years.
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News from the Nest
Elementary News
February Calendar
February Menu / Book Drive
More Elementary News
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MMHS 1 Semester Honor Rolls
Nurse News
Elem Admin Update / Booster of the Year
PS/K Application / Pizza Fundraiser
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NEWS FROM THE NEST
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VALENTINE’S DANCE
The HS Student Council will be hosting a Valentine’s
Dance on Friday, February 13th from 8-11PM in the
HS cafeteria for HS students only. More details soon.
ENTHUSIASTIC YOUTH PARTICIPATE IN
ANNUAL CHEER CLINIC
DORIAN HONOR CHOIR
Kathleen Stecklein, David
Berryann, Brandon Orr,
Johanna Manders and Ella
Osterkamp were selected
for a prestigious high
school honor choir at
Luther College. Dorian
Honor Choir is one of the
largest honor choirs in the
nation, with over 1200
students from six states
attending.
Students were engaged in high level choral music rehearsals
all day Sunday and Monday with a final concert Monday
evening. Students worked with highly esteemed choral
faculty and had the opportunity to hear Nordic Choir,
Aurora Choir, and Norsemen perform.
TRI-RIVERS CONFERENCE HONOR BAND
Midland High School Cheerleading Squad held another
successful cheerleading clinic on Jan 9th for the youth of
the district. Thanks to all who supported us!
Counselor’s Corner
~ ~ ~ ~
Mr. Ahouse
PH: 563-488-2292 x 2210
https://sites.google.com/a/midland.k12.ia.us/mr-ahouse-guidance/
SENIORS – Scholarship season is kicking into high gear!
Be sure to watch your email for scholarship opportunities or
stop by the guidance office to see what you may qualify for.
Be sure to give your references plenty of time to write good
letters of recommendation for you and give them plenty of
information about yourself including all activities you are
involved in, any work experience, all volunteer info, most
importantly WATCH THOSE DEADLINES!!!
Students from Midland HS took part in the Tri Rivers Honor
Band on Jan. 19th at Maquoketa Valley. The students
arrived at 11 am and started rehearsals immediately with Dr.
Craig Hancock from Wartburg College. The students were
extremely focused all day, they worked incredibly hard and
ended up creating an amazing concert at 7 pm Monday
evening. The number of pieces the students prepared in
about 5 hours of rehearsal time included- The Star Spangled
Banner, Andromeda, Pirates of the Caribbean, Coast Guards
March, Rain, as well as brass ensemble, percussion
ensemble, and woodwind ensemble.
MUSIC FUNDRAISER
Cookie dough lovers look out for the 6th, 7th and 8th
Countdown to college: Parents and students got free
pizza, courtesy of Mr. Ahouse, for attending last weeks
grade band and choir students in the next couple of
"college planning and financial aide night" at the HS in
weeks. We will be kicking off a cookie dough
Wyoming. According to one senior, Halie Gruenwald, lots of
fundraiser at the end of January. The funds raised from
good information was shared. If you do need help with filling
this fundraiser will go directly into the student's
out the FAFSA a College Goal Sunday will be available at
account for their music trip in high school!
the Jones Regional Education Center in Monticello
from 5:30-8:30 on February 23rd. You can call 319-465CREATIVE CURRICULUM
2302 for an appointment.
Ms. Freeman attended Spanish classes recently to teach Mrs.
Submit your completed FAFSA application online as soon
Eckhardt’s students some Spanish dances like the salsa and
after Jan. 1st as possible. Have you and your student go on a
the merengue. The students enjoyed changing things up and
few college visits, see Mr. Ahouse for any advice and forms
expanding their knowledge in Spanish.
necessary. I am also very willing to sit down with you and/or
your student and call any school you’re interested in.
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Eaglet’s Elementary View
Mrs. Clark’s preschoolers have been reading The Mitten by
Jan Brett and performed the play for 1st Grade, Mr.
Wendler, and Mr. Rodenberg. We are working on story
sequencing, main events and the parts of a book.
This winter, Miss Hess' 5th graders learned about using watercolor
paints to create works of art. Each student's artwork included river
birch trees and a fence line. We focused on different strategies used
to blend colors, creating shadows, and adding depth to our images
to make them appear more three-dimensional. The students were
able to choose whether their artwork featured a sunrise or a sunset.
Although some were nervous about trying watercolor for the first
time, they all did a great job! These images feature Rashelle and
Cayden working on their artwork.
On Thursday, January 15, 2015, students at Midland
Elementary dressed in their camouflage and fishing gear,
listened to the real Buck Wilder, also known as bestselling children’s author, Tim Smith. With his books,
Smith’s presentations are geared towards inspiring
students to read, write, use their imaginations and
believe in themselves. He explained the value of hard
work and persistence, but showed that work can be fun
and that growing up doesn’t mean that you need to shut
off your creativity. He also talked about how it’s OK to
make mistakes, and that they can be learning
experiences. He encouraged the assembled students to
use their imaginations and try new things, like he did at
becoming an author at age 50. His message was simply,
“When you try something new, whatever it is, don’t give
up and don’t be afraid, even if someone laughs at
you.” He encouraged the students to try drawing,
bending the paper, folding it or even punching holes to
make a pattern. All one needs is a piece of paper, a pencil
with a big eraser (because everybody makes mistakes)
and a quiet place to unlock your imagination, with TV
turned off.
What new things are you going to try?
A special thank you goes out to PATS for funding this
great opportunity for our elementary students.
On January 9th, State Trooper Dan came to visit the 5th
graders to give a presentation on various topics including:
internet safety, cell phone/electronics safety, and personal
safety. Students saw first-hand how important it was to keep
their personal information private and to not share it with
others. In this picture, Trooper Dan showed the class his
Midland Students and Staff donned their best camouflage,
Taser and discussed its uses. They were really impressed!
hunting or fishing attire or to welcome Buck Wilder!
We really enjoyed Trooper Dan's presentation and look
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forward to seeing him in the future.
February Activity Calendar – see Activity Calendar under
District on website:
http://www.midland.k12.ia.us/pdfs/activitiescalendar.pdf
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bun, Corn chips, Corn,
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Baked beans, Pears
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Meatballs
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cheese, lettuce,
tomato, Applesauce
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Black beans
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Celery, Apple
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Stuffed crust cheese
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Shrimp, Buttered
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Breakfast Menu at the OJ Center
Juice and fruit
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Cereal & cheese stick
OR Oatmeal & muffin
Juice and fruit
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Egg patty, Sausage
OR breakfast burrito,
Hash browns
Breakfast Menu for Wyoming Center
French toast, sausage Pancake/sausage
link, Fruit or Juice
wrap, Fruit or Juice
Juice & fruit
Alternating weeks:
Pancakes OR French
toast OR Waffle
Breakfast pizza
Juice & fruit
Yogurt 2x a month
Juice & fruit
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Eagle Biscuit OR
Omelet, Hash browns,
Toast
Sausage gravy over
biscuit, Fruit or Juice
Breakfast pizza
Fruit or Juice
Eagle biscuits
Fruit or Juice
HELP E.L.M.O. COLLECT CHILDREN’S BOOKS!
BOOK
COLLECTION
Midland Middle School’s E.L.M.O. group is collecting
new and gently used books from Feb. 2-27
You can drop them off at any of these locations:
Lost Nation: Public Library
Oxford Junction: Midland Elementary School Office
Wyoming: Post Office and Midland Middle/High School Office
or call 563-488-2292 x 1270 to arrange pickup with Ashley Marshall
Books will be given to Pre-K thru 5th grade Midland
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to encourage
reading over the summer months. Thanks!
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February 2-6 is National School Counseling Week
Thanks to Mr. Ahouse & Mrs. Hein for all they do for our Midland students!
Mrs. Hein’s Elementary PBIS Update
PH: 563-488-2292 x3250
[email protected]
The Social Skill of the Month for January is Asking Permission. It is important for students learn the proper way to
ask for permission for their own safety and as a way to show respect for others. Kids should ask for permission
before going somewhere in the building at school or before leaving the house or yard at home. This helps the adults
to know where the kids are at all times, which helps ensure their safety. Also, kids should ask permission to use
something that is not theirs to show respect for people and their belongings. At school, kids also ask permission to
leave the group such as going to the restroom, nurse, secretary's or school counselor's office. The steps in asking
permission are:
1. Look at the person
3. Say "May I..."
2. Use a calm and pleasant voice
4. Accept the answer calmly by saying "thank you" or "okay".
KIRKWOOD FOR KIDS
SAVE THE DATE:
Kirkwood will be offering
Kirkwood for Kids June 23-26th
for students currently in 1st-8th
grades. Please share with your
elementary and middle school
counselors as well as those who
send email blasts and website
updates. Information and
registration will be sent to
schools in mid- to late
April. Questions can be directed
to Emily Martensen at
[email protected]
The 2nd grade did a skit at the December assembly. Ms. Scott's class
were reindeer and Mrs. Marshall's class were elves. The elves were making
snowflakes for the holiday and the reindeer came in and messed around
being loud and disruptive. One of the elves made their snowflake and it fell
apart because they didn't make it right. The moral of the story is when you
are messing around in the classroom you not only hurting your own
learning you are causing others to not learn as well.
Classroom expectations: Use materials appropriately, follow directions,
raise your hand, use your time wisely, always give your personal best, keep
your hands to yourself, help and share with others.
PBIS certificates awarded in December to:
Preschool-Corbyn B, Katelyn T, Lane T, Katie R,
Aliyah W, Hadley D
Kindergarten- Alivia B, Elaine T, Laney O, Kelli D,
Khloe K, Dane B
st
1 grade- Dylan, Brianna, Angelica, Gavin, Taylor,
Maylin
Second Grade- Wylde W, Olivia P, Jordin M, Carter O,
Sydnie B, Garrett M
Third Grade- Ty, Jaden, Addisen, Mariah, Carl, Bryleigh
Fourth Grade - Payton W, Jared C, Tylar M, Ben S,
Payton R, Sophia C
Fifth grade - Laura R, Cayden M, Tanner S, Alex G,
Makenzie G, Zach W
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Zach Wilslef wins
the PBIS Golden
Eagle Award in
December for going
above & beyond to
help a student.
Midland Middle/High School – Semester 1 Honor Rolls 2014-15
Superior Honor Roll (GPA = 3.7 or higher):
12th: David Berryann, Kayla Bisinger, Alana Block, Leigh Eggert, Madison Gravel, Halie Gruenwald, Shayna Hilmer, Madison
Markmann, Grant Miller, Shannon Pestka, Mackenzie Petersen, Morgan Petersen, Erin Shoaff, Alexis Taylor
11th: Rylee Andresen, Kali Clark, Ashley Franzen, Kara Gnade, Kristin Guenther, Brittney Hageman, Abigail Kasner, Bailey
Newell, Ella Osterkamp, Mollie Pegorick, Pansy Quinn, Eli Slouha, Ethan Wherry, Sierra Winey
10th: Jaelynn Folkers, Jared Greenfield, Connor Harms, Landon Hunter, Sydney Stender, Libertie Uppena
9th: Callie Feuss, Anna Roseland-Hayes
8th: Griffin Gravel, Nicole Guenther, Emily Hainstock, Ethan Orr, Brett Schoenherr
7th: Kristina Agnitsch, Taylor Bahnsen, Tatem Galloway, Damon Hainstock, Brennah Ricketts, Shianne Rockwell, Miyanna
Rockwood, Alex Smith, Briana Stoll
6th: Gavin Bascom, Aaron Bixler, Brady Digmann, Elizabeth Eckhardt, Arianna Hacke, Carson Hunter, Damon Huston, Madisyn
Kreel, Kole Michaud, Ethan Milder, Jensen Orr, Callie Petersen, Ella Rupp, Hope Saroka, Iziek Soper, Alyssa Streets
High Honor Roll (GPA = 3.3-3.69):
12th: Andrew Arensdorf, Colton Dirks, Levi Dosland, Paige Eggert, Colin Feuss, Connor Fuehring, Brooke Gade, Kyrstian
Heiken, Cale Roelofsen, Trevor Usher
11th: Jadon Dodge, Lauren Oakley, Sarah Power
10th: Breanna Finn, Cole Fishwild, Kaylyn Gent, Trace Jensen, Alex Martens, Skylar Mullins, Cody Tracy, Skyler Tracy
9th: Calli Markmann, Emma Paulsen, Austin Smith, Morgan Strait, Emma Vacek
8th: Joeseph Arensdorf, Hunter Brown, Mikayla Dosland, Emma Dusanek, Lauryn Eganhouse, Jacob Ervin, Serenity Flores, Lily
Gailbrath, Leah House, Drew Jensen, Ethan Kaftan, Sebastian Kreel, Payton Lasack, Avery Martensen, Peyton Rupp, Morgan
Soper
7th: Hannah Chase, Chase Gruenwald, Brennan Hall, Sawyer Hansen, Britan Martens, Kirstin Schaefer, Dakota Trowbridge
6th: Jake Arnell, Faith Beranek, Jacob Fuehring, Connor Martin, Emirha Seifert, Lillian Strait, Jordan Tjaden, Marshall Wallace,
Carly Webb
Honor Roll (GPA = 3.0-3.29):
12th: Alex Franzen
11th: Brandon Dirks, Kathleen Stecklein
10th: Jordan Moyer, Dawson Paulsen, Eli Spilman, Starr Streets, Madison Webb
9th: Joshua Berryann, Fisher Bisinger, Brennan Brown, Elizabeth Otten, Hunter Rushford, Kenneth VanZuiden
8th: Amanda Anderson, Spencer Hansen, Carsen Rupp, Delanie Uppena, Patrick Varela
7th: Wilson Buckwalter, Jensen Dodge, Brayden Gravel, Haley Hilmer, Haley Manning, Hunter Shoaff
6th: Gabrielle Agan-Chase, Felicity Beranek, Owen Doll, Madison Feuss, Sydney Knapp
High School Improvement Honor Roll (Students who had a higher GPA than S2 last year):
12th: David Berryann, Kayla Bisinger, Alana Block, Jacob Crock, Levi Dosland, Leigh Eggert, Paige Eggert, Madison Gravel,
Halie Gruenwald, Kyrstian Heiken, Shayna Hilmer, Landon Holmlund, Madison Markmann, Grant Miller, Shannon Pestka,
Mackenzie Petersen, Morgan Petersen, Cale Roelofsen, Brianna Sanders, Erin Shoaff, Aubrie Soper
11th: Rylee Andresen, Rebecca Crock, Jadon Dodge, Ashley Franzen, Kristin Guenther, Brittney Hageman, Abigail Kasner,
Brandon LeGrand, Jewell Manders, Bailey Newell, Lauren Oakley, Ella Osterkamp, Dakota Parker, Mollie Pegorick, Pansy
Quinn, Eli Slouha, Kathleen Stecklein, Megan Strong, Ethan Wherry, Sierra Winey
10th: Keely Clasen, Breanna Finn, Jaelynn Folkers, Kaylyn Gent, Jared Greenfield, Slayder Hansen, Connor Harms, Landon
Hunter, Jalen Huston, Trace Jensen, Alex Martens, Jordan Moyer, Skylar Mullins, Dawson Paulsen, Eli Spilman, Starr Streets,
Cody Tracy, Skyler Tracy, Libertie Uppena, Madison Webb
High School Academic Award Winners (3.25 GPA or higher; bold = first Academic Award):
12th: Andrew Arensdorf, David Berryann, Kayla Bisinger, Alana Block, Colton Dirks, Levi Dosland, Leigh Eggert, Paige Eggert,
Colin Feuss, Connor Fuehring, Brooke Gade, Madison Gravel, Halie Gruenwald, Kyrstian Heiken, Shayna Hilmer, Madison
Markmann, Grant Miller, Shannon Pestka, Mackenzie Petersen, Morgan Petersen, Cale Roelofsen, Erin Shoaff, Alexis Taylor,
Trevor Usher
11th: Rylee Andresen, Kali Clark, Jadon Dodge, Ashley Franzen, Kara Gnade, Kristin Guenther, Brittney Hageman, Abigail
Kasner, Bailey Newell, Lauren Oakley, Ella Osterkamp, Mollie Pegorick, Sarah Power, Pansy Quinn, Eli Slouha, Ethan Wherry,
Sierra Winey
10th: Breanna Finn, Cole Fishwild, Jaelynn Folkers, Kaylyn Gent, Jared Greenfield, Connor Harms, Landon Hunter, Trace
Jensen, Alex Martens, Skylar Mullins, Sydney Stender, Starr Streets, Cody Tracy, Skyler Tracy, Libertie Uppena
9th: Joshua Berryann, Callie Feuss, Calli Markmann, Emma Paulsen, Anna Roseland-Hayes, Austin Smith, Morgan
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Strait, Emma Vacek, Kenneth VanZuiden
NURSE NOTES
The New Year is a perfect opportunity to determine areas of improvement and a time to set goals.
Resolutions do not have to only be for adults, but children as well.
Here are sample kid-friendly goals:
1. Eat a Healthy Breakfast Everyday
2. Wash My Hands Before Eating
3. Limit Electronics
4. Go To Bed Earlier
5. Drink More Water
THE FLU IS HERE: WHAT SCHOOLS CAN DO
 Be Aware of Symptoms: fever, headache, fatigue, cough, sore throat, and body aches.
 Make sure parents know the symptoms and the district policy on keeping students at home.
 Hygiene: promote covering coughs and sneezes with a tissue or elbow and avoid touching eyes, nose, or mouth.
 Hand Washing: ensure there is time to wash hands correctly and have hand sanitizers available, especially before eating.
 Clean and Disinfect: commonly used areas and frequently touched surfaces. Many bacteria and viruses can live on
surfaces for some time, including those that cause flu.
For more information visit the Iowa Department of Public Health’s webpage: http://www.idph.state.ia.us/cade/Influenza.aspx?pg=FluSchools
Dear Parents:
The cold and influenza season is upon us here at Midland and we are doing what we can during the school day to keep
our students healthy. But it seems to me that many parents and guardians seem to be struggling when and when not to
send their child to school. To make this decision easier, I am furnishing you with the school’s guidelines on when it is
advisable to keep your student home from school.
WHEN SHOULD I KEEP MY CHILD HOME FROM SCHOOL?
The following information can also be found in your child’s student handbook.
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temperature of 100˚ or higher
severe sore throat
vomiting
diarrhea
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undiagnosed body rash
inflammation of the eyes
significant fatigue/tiredness
It is asked by the school district that your child be free of any of the above symptoms for 24 hours before they
come back to school. If your child has a 99.0 or higher temp in the am, PLEASE DO NOT give them fever reducing
medication and send them to school. A low grade temp like that is actually a good thing when a child is on the mend
from a virus. I would much rather receive a note telling me what the temp was before school and the reason why you
decided it was OK for them to attend school. For example; my child denied having a headache or a stomach ache this
AM or my child slept well and ate well last evening. If your child has one or more of the above symptoms, your child
most likely has a communicable infection. For State attendance records it is vital we receive a written note or
phone call from you to define your child’s absence. If your child has been ill it would be so appreciated if you
could also include a phone number that I might reach you at during that day.
Common sense should rule. You know your child best. When your child is not his or her self, is overly tired or crabby,
is suffering from a cold or just a terrible harsh cough, a day resting at home will help their body fight an infection and
get them back to normal quicker. Commonly, when your child feels this way, they get little or nothing out their school
lessons anyway and in the meantime stand the chance of spreading their illness on to another student.
Hope this helps, if you ever have any questions concerning our procedures here at Midland, please feel free to give us
a call.
Christine Gent, BSN RN
Midland Community School Nurse
563-488-2292 Ext 1180
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From The Principal’s Desk
by Elementary Principal Dan Wendler
Happy New Year Midland!
We are off to a great start to 2015, although the "polar vortex" made our first week back from break a bit of a sputtering
restart, we are up and running and looking forward to closing out the second half of the 2014-15 school year strong!
I would first like to thank the Midland parents for their support this year. No doubt, our every Wednesday early dismissal
schedule created many challenges, it has allowed us as a staff to "Sharpen our Axe" weekly and the results in the classrooms
are tremendous! Many Midland teachers were thrilled with student's winter MAP scores. There was a great deal of growth
from fall to winter and we need to maintain that growth through the spring. This is a direct result of the work teachers have
been able to do while collaborating, analyzing assessments and planning for instruction during our Wednesday 2 hour early
dismissals. They truly make us better for your kids!
We recently had a very special guest visit the elementary, nationally known author 'Buck Wilder' came to speak to all of the
Midland Students. 'Buck' is the author of ten different published children's books which focus on camping, fishing, hunting
and the great outdoors. 'Buck' was very entertaining to listen to and taught us all a lot about the outdoors and how hard work
helps you to reach your dreams. Thanks to Ms. Doll for setting up this event and to PATS for supporting our school by
paying for 'Buck' to come.
We are beginning to approach spring (key word, beginning) and with that, it is time to begin thinking about next school year.
We are now taking names for those interested in their children attending our 4 year old pre-school program next year.
Children must turn age 4 on or before September 15, 2015 to be eligible. Half day pre-school (7:45 - 11:30 am) is free. If you
would like your child to attend full days, it costs $150 per month, and there are scholarships available for those who may
need them. We only have 40 slots available and we have been full the past 2 years, so please get signed up as soon as
possible by calling the Elementary and talking with Mrs. Larkey.
The kids at the elementary have had such great attitudes this year at school! For those of you who have spent any amount of
time in the building during the school day, you surely have noticed that the atmosphere and environment are tremendous.
Midland, its kids, parents and staff, make this a great school to be a part of.
Please feel free to contact me any time with questions or concerns.
Sincerely,
Dan Wendler
Elementary Principal
2015 ATHLETIC BOOSTER OF THE YEAR – NOMINATIONS SOUGHT
The Midland Athletic Boosters are looking for your nominations for 2015 Athletic Booster of the Year. This can be a
person, business, organization, etc. that in some way is currently or has in the past helped the Midland Athletic
Program in an extraordinary way. Please submit a short letter of recommendation with the reasons you feel your
nominee should be the 2014 recipient of this award.
Nominations are due by February 6, 2015 to Booster Officers Deb Bisinger or Deanna Martens or you can mail it to
Midland High School, ATTN: Athletic Boosters, PO Box 109, Wyoming, IA 52362.
Previous winners since 1993 include (in order awarded):
John Meyer, Frank Fishler, Craig Muhl, Dave Buchholtz, Larry Meyer, Albert Boots, Ronnie Martensen, Betty
Anderson, Bob King, Rick Westhoff, Wyoming Fair Association, Jerry Sorgenfrey, Walters Lumber Co. (Kenny & Bill
Walters), Ann Reid, Daryl Schepanski, Janet Burke, Michelle Hansen, Paul Petersen Foundation Committee, Midland
Ambulance Service, Kim Buchholtz, Lennie Miller, Casey Huston, Karla Bowen
Please nominate someone who is worthy of this award today, just needs to be in the form of a short letter or email
stating their name, reasons why they should win and your name.
Thanks to everyone who supports Midland athletics in any way throughout the year!
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PBIS PIZZA FUNDRAISER
Preschool for 2015-2016
The Midland District would like to have
information on the number of Preschool students
to be enrolled next fall for the 2015-2016 school
year. A student must be 4 years old by September
15, 2015 to attend Preschool.
Half day preschool (7:45 - 11:30 am) is free. If you
would like your child to attend full days, it costs
$150 per month, and there are scholarships
available for those who may need them. We only
have 40 slots available and we have been full the
past 2 years, so please get signed up as soon as
possible.
Please contact the Oxford Junction Center by
calling 563-488-2292, extension 3270 or email the
information below to [email protected].
Child’s Name
Date of Birth
Parents’ Names
Phone number, Address, City/Zip
Help us raise funds for PBIS by having Pizza Hut do the
cooking. Present the above coupon to them in store or give
them the coupon code if ordering online on Wed, Jan 28th
only at Maquoketa Pizza Hut.
Thanks for your support!
Midland Community Schools
MIDLAND SCHOOL NEWSLETTER
A Tradition of Excellence
Midland Community School
109 Green Street PO Box 109
Wyoming, IA 52362
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