Mrs. Sumens Awarded Crystal Apple!
Congratulations to our amazing kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Mindy Sumens! Mindy was nominated by Taylor teachers as someone who represents the education profession in a positive aspect and has a true love and commitment to the students. Mindy has taught K-2, 5th and Reading Recovery. She is currently a teacher mentor at Taylor, student council advisor, and team leader. She is an expert in early education, technology, PLC’s, and is a huge advocate for the education world. She and her husband Russ, and their three children, live in Santaquin. She loves any opportunity to be creative, the warm weather of sunny St. George and anything that involves her kids! Congratulations, Mrs. Sumens!
Meet New 5th Grade Teacher, Ms. Paynter!!
Taylor Elementary is pleased to announce a new addition to our Taylor family. Ms. Meghan Paynter is our newest fifth-grade teacher and has already jumped right in! A Springville native, she has been working at Maple Ridge Elementary as the coordinator for the Volunteer Reading tutor program. She loves the upper grades and has already implemented some fantastic ideas in her classroom. She loves anything Disney (just visit her room), a good Diet Dr. Pepper, and expects a lot of great things from her 5th graders! Welcome to Taylor!
Energy Star Certification
Have you ever looked in the window of Taylor Elementary and wondered what this Energy Star sign is all about? Well let us tell you!
Recently our district applied to earn the Energy Star Certification and out of 44 facilities, ALL 44 qualified! This is amazing feat because in order to qualify a building must score in the top 75 percentile compared against other schools in the nation. We are proud to say Taylor Elementary was one of those 44 facilities in Nebo School District!
"Our staff has embraced the energy conservation program on our campus." said Mrs. Robbins. "We put forth a daily effort to reduce energy use in our building. Simple things like remembering to turn off all technology and turn lights off when not in use has made a huge difference in our building. We have all gained a sense of accomplishment from this recognition. Our students are also learning what it means to preserve natural resources."
We are proud to say Nebo School District has the most certified facilities out of any organization in the state of Utah. We are the Energy Star leader in the state. Taylor Elementary would like to personally thank Mr. Bodie Bradley and Mr. Russell Maughan, our District Energy Specialist, for making this happen!
Shadow Mountain Registration
Shadow Mountain
Summer Camp 2018
Nebo School District Outdoor Education
Who? Fifth grade students currently enrolled in Nebo District are eligible to register.
What? A 3-day outdoor educational experience at Shadow Mountain for 5th grade students currently
enrolled in Nebo School District only. This is not a wilderness or outdoor survival program.
Where? Shadow Mountain is located approximately 13 miles up the Left Fork of Hobble Creek Canyon.
Cost? The $ 85.00 camp fee includes food, lodging, instruction, equipment, transportation, crafts and
a T-Shirt.
When?
Boys Sessions:
1. May 31 – June 2 Thursday - Saturday
2. June 4 – 6 Monday - Wednesday
3. June 7 – 9 Thursday - Saturday
4. June 11 – 13 Monday - Wednesday
Girls Sessions:
5. June 14 – 16 Thursday - Saturday
6. June 18 - 20 Monday - Wednesday
7. June 21 – 23 Thursday - Saturday
8. June 25 – 27 Monday – Wednesday
9. June 28 – 30 Thursday - Saturday
When do we register?
Online Registration will go live Saturday, April 11, 8:00 AM and continue through the month of June. As long as there is a slot available, you may register for that slot. Once you have registered online, any changes must be made through the Shadow Mountain secretary, Linda Mortensen (801-798-4030). The registration link and information can be found at shadowmountain.nebo.edu.
There will be a $25.00 cancellation fee for cancellations after May 12. However, once sessions begin, refunds will only be made in limited circumstances where cancellation is beyond the family’s control, ie. illness, accidents etc.
If you have a question or need additional information, please call Scott Carson or Linda Mortensen at 801-798-4030 (Landmark H.S.). You may email us at scott.carson@nebo.edu and linda.mortensen@nebo.edu.
Camp supply checklists, departure times and locations, and other details may be found on the Shadow Mountain Webpage at shadowmountain.nebo.edu. Beginning this year, all bus pickups and drop offs will be at the Landmark High School located across from the Spanish Fork fairground stadium at 612 S. Main, Spanish Fork.
Shadow Mountain Registration
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Shadow Mountain
Summer Camp 2018
Nebo School District Outdoor Education
Who? Fifth grade students currently enrolled in Nebo District are eligible to register.
What? A 3-day outdoor educational experience at Shadow Mountain for 5th grade students currently
enrolled in Nebo School District only. This is not a wilderness or outdoor survival program.
Where? Shadow Mountain is located approximately 13 miles up the Left Fork of Hobble Creek Canyon.
Cost? The $ 85.00 camp fee includes food, lodging, instruction, equipment, transportation, crafts and
a T-Shirt.
When?
Boys Sessions:
1. May 31 – June 2 Thursday - Saturday
2. June 4 – 6 Monday - Wednesday
3. June 7 – 9 Thursday - Saturday
4. June 11 – 13 Monday - Wednesday
Girls Sessions:
5. June 14 – 16 Thursday - Saturday
6. June 18 - 20 Monday - Wednesday
7. June 21 – 23 Thursday - Saturday
8. June 25 – 27 Monday – Wednesday
9. June 28 – 30 Thursday - Saturday
When do we register?
Online Registration will go live Saturday, April 11, 8:00 AM and continue through the month of June. As long as there is a slot available, you may register for that slot. Once you have registered online, any changes must be made through the Shadow Mountain secretary, Linda Mortensen (801-798-4030). The registration link and information can be found at shadowmountain.nebo.edu.
There will be a $25.00 cancellation fee for cancellations after May 12. However, once sessions begin, refunds will only be made in limited circumstances where cancellation is beyond the family’s control, ie. illness, accidents etc.
If you have a question or need additional information, please call Scott Carson or Linda Mortensen at 801-798-4030 (Landmark H.S.). You may email us at scott.carson@nebo.edu and linda.mortensen@nebo.edu.
Camp supply checklists, departure times and locations, and other details may be found on the Shadow Mountain Webpage at shadowmountain.nebo.edu. Beginning this year, all bus pickups and drop offs will be at the Landmark High School located across from the Spanish Fork fairground stadium at 612 S. Main, Spanish Fork.
Shadow Mountain
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Scott Carson came to tell fifth-grade students about Shadow Mountain. It looks like lots of memories will be made there this year. Camp registration will take place online this year beginning April 11 at 8:00. There are no restrictions by areas for camp dates.
FFA hosts Donkey Basketball to raise funds for Pencils of Promise
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On Friday, April 13, 2018 Donkey Basketball will be coming to Payson High School at 7:00 p.m. All proceeds will be donated to a non-profit organization, Pencils of Promise, that raises money to build schools all over the world. They believe that every child should have the opportunity to have a quality education. Currently they have built 457 schools and have helped 86,021 students get an education.
PHS and the graduating class of 1998 began raising money after an exciting homecoming assembly earlier in the year wish announced the relationship between Payson High and Pencils of Promise. Every dollar that the FFA raises during Donkey Basketball, will be matched by the Class of '98 to help build a school in Central America.
Students, FFA members, community members and teachers/administrators will be competing on the backs of donkeys to raise funds. Tickets can be bought from members of the Payson FFA Chapter at the following prices: Adults $8, Students (7-12) $6, Children $4. An additional dollar will be charged for tickets bought at the gate.
Students and the Payson community are encouraged to come join the fun. This is a great opportunity to show support for the community, school and global education, so come and have a great time!
Double Tied at the Tracks
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Mr. Atkin's put on thir second play of the year. Lots of hard work, great job!
No Missing Assignment Party Winner
March 29th fifth-grade students that had no missing assignments for the 3rd term played a fun Kahoot game with trivia questions about Spring Lake Elementary. The top three then competed in a Breakoutedu game where they had to use info about the school to open 6 locked boxes that contained puzzle pieces. Kaylie Durfee was the first to open all the boxes. She went home with a certificate from Little Ceasars for a free pizza, drink, and crazy bread.
Classified Employee of the Year
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ReNae Baxter was presented with the Classified Employee of the Year for Spring Lake Elementary School by Craig Harvey from Horrace Mann Insurance. Words used by employees to describe her included; positive, professional, patient, kind, and caring. ReNae stops whatever she is doing to help students, parents, and staff. She is loved and appreciated by her Spring Lake family. Congratulations ReNae!
Literacy Week and Book Fair
Literacy Week and Book Fair!
April 9-13
Monday- The Cat in the Hat day: wear your favorite hat.
Tuesday- Favorite Character day: Dress like a character from a book.
Wednesday- Llama Llama Red Pajama day: wear pajamas
Thursday- Fox in Socks Day: wear crazy socks
Friday- Hooray for Hair Day: wear your hair crazy
Reading Contest: The class that reads the most out of each grade for the week will earn a kickball game against the PTA and books for their classroom!
Teachers Love to Read Contest: Can you guess who’s reading what book? Look for the poster in the front hallway. The student who gets the most correct wins a book from the Book Fair!
Parents and Pastries: Come read with your child Thursday night April 12 5:00-7:00 P.M., eat a treat, shop the book fair and enter to win a family reading basket!
Buy One Get One Free Scholastic Book Fair
Book Fair will be open 30 minutes before and after school. *Fair will not be open after school Friday. *Fair will be open during parents and pastries.
*Friday morning fair will be open until 9:30, parents shop while your kids learn!
*Pencil pull is back: For 25 cents you get to pull a pencil and win a prize. All money goes to buying books for our school. Prizes: candy, toy, poster or a free book available before and after school.
Students take Mrs. Stoddard's Job
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You read that right, students took over Mrs. Stoddard's job! These leaders were Principal for a Day. Thanks to the PTA Teacher Coupons that these leaders purchased at the Book Fair. These leaders wanted their shot at being principal and loved it. They did a great job and got to see how fun Mrs. Stoddard's job is.
MNJHS Panthers of the Day - Wednesday, 3/28/18
Hear the ROAR! A Panther is: RESPECTFUL, OUTSTANDING, ACADEMIC and RESPONSIBLE! Congratulations to Isaiah Renteria and Cassidy Shelly for being nominated as our MNJHS Panthers of the Day on Wednesday, March 28, 2018. Isaiah was nominated by Mrs. Nielson for helping someone when they had a problem with the vending machine. Cassidy was nominated by Mrs. Wright for being a great example to everyone.
MNJHS Panthers of the Day - Tuesday, 3/27/18
Hear the ROAR! A Panther is: RESPECTFUL, OUTSTANDING, ACADEMIC and RESPONSIBLE! Congratulations to Alex Bravo and Bryn Staheli for being nominated as our MNJHS Panthers of the Day on Tuesday, March 27, 2018. Alex was nominated by Mrs. Wright for helping take heavy boxes to Mrs. Johnson. Bryn was nominated by Mrs. Harmer for being a great student and being very helpful in class.
Barnett Barker Newsletter- April 2018
Barnett is an Energy Star School
Our school has earned the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) ENERGY STAR® certification for superior energy performance!
ENERGY STAR Certified buildings and plants are verified to perform in the top 25 percent of buildings nationwide, based on weather-normalized source energy use that takes into account occupancy, hours of operation, and other key metrics. ENERGY STAR is the only energy efficiency certification in the United States that is based on actual, verified energy performance.
We’re honored to earn the ENERGY STAR for superior energy performance at Barnett and appreciate the efforts of everyone who has been involved in its efficient operation. Saving energy is just one of the ways we show our community we care, and that we’re committed to doing our part to protect the environment and public health, both today and for future generations.
On average, ENERGY STAR certified buildings and plants use 35 percent less energy, cause 35 percent fewer greenhouse gas emissions, and are less expensive to operate than their peers—all without sacrifices in performance or comfort.
Way to save energy Barnett Bulldogs!
Taylor Teachers Attend Literacy Conference!
Teachers from multiple grade levels at Taylor have spent the last few days in SLC at the ’Literacy Promise’ Conference! The teachers have been learning about the best reading and writing strategies from some of the top experts in Language Arts education from around the country. First grade teacher, Mrs. Mayhew says, “ I can’t wait until we get back from spring break! I have so many ideas I want to do to get my kids to write!“ These teachers have been well trained and are excited to implement their new knowledge!
MNJHS Panthers of the Day - Monday, 3/26/18
Hear the ROAR! A Panther is: RESPECTFUL, OUTSTANDING, ACADEMIC and RESPONSIBLE! Congratulations to Deborah Laker and Jeremy Miller for being nominated as our MNJHS Panthers of the Day on Monday, March 26, 2018. Deborah was nominated by Mrs. Wright for taking responsibility for her own learning every day. Jeremy was nominated by Mrs. Wright for helping take heavy boxes to Mrs. Johnson.
Discounted Lagoon Ticket Offer
For the 2018 season, Lagoon will be introducing the “Summer Fever Fundraiser”. We are hoping to seize the excitement for summer by giving students and families a jump starts on Summer Fun at Lagoon. The Summer Fever Fundraiser will offer an exclusive discount to Utah School Families, and the Education Foundations will reap the benefits!
Lagoon will email a promo code that will allow individuals to purchase a Lagoon Single Day Passport at a discounted rate online. The discounted price ticket is $44.00 + tax (regular price, $58.95+tax) per person, a $15 savings!
Lagoon will donate $3.00 to your school's education foundation for each single day Passport purchased with this offer!
To get your ticket, simply log in to www.lagoonpark.com and use promo code: NEBO18