JH/HS and 6th grade Christmas Choir and JH/HS Band Concert December 16th @7pm!
Friday, Dec 20th- Early Dismissal at 12:20 at the Elementary School and 12:30 at the High School. This is the last day of the semester before Christmas Break. School resumes on Thursday, January 2nd, 2025.
In today’s science class, Mrs. Verano guided her students through an exciting exploration of the urinary system, focusing on how it filters blood to keep our bodies healthy. To bring this concept to life, students had the opportunity to dissect pig kidneys. They carefully examined the different parts, learning how each one plays a vital role in the organ’s function. The hands-on activity sparked curiosity, fostered engagement, and gave students a deeper understanding of how our bodies work.
Come sign up for winter CDE's starting in January, and hear about FFA week coming up in February!
7th hour had a Great American Bake-Off on Friday. The entries are as follows; The Perfect S'Mores, Wreck it Ralph, Lotta Love, Monster Mash, Toffee Delight
Mrs. Verano’s Science class had an exciting opportunity to meet Mrs. Tara Nardacci, a Doctor of Nursing Practice and Family Nurse Practitioner. With warmth and expertise, Mrs. Nardacci shared her knowledge of the medical field and even gave a hands-on demonstration of how intubation is performed, a fascinating experience for everyone in the room.
Our students were eager to ask questions, and Mrs. Nardacci took the time to thoughtfully answer each one, fueling their curiosity and expanding their understanding. This visit brought our lessons about body systems to life, giving students a glimpse into how science applies in the real world and inspiring them to explore new possibilities for their future.
Science Fair !
Mrs. Verano’s Science class had the opportunity to meet Mrs. Carly Mudderman, who gave an informative presentation on CPR and how an AED works. She demonstrated the proper CPR techniques and explained what to do if someone is unconscious. The students were amazed and had the chance to practice the demonstrations themselves. This hands-on experience enhanced their understanding of our current lessons on the circulatory, nervous, and respiratory systems.
We couldn't pick just three so here are a few honorable mentions from the coloring contest! Amazing artists!
Bjorn, 1st grade
Arya, 6th grade
Zoe, 6th grade
Joey, 4th grade
Addison, 4th grade
Layla, Kindergarten
Alexa, 2nd grade
Hayden, 4th grade
Yatsuri, 3rd grade
The Elementary School participated in a coloring contest with the High School Creative Writing class and we had some amazing coloring sheets turned in! Thank you to everyone who participated and thank you to Sienna McLaughlin for creating our coloring sheet!The following sheets are our top three! 1st- Nataly, 6th grade. 2nd- Bergen, 2nd grade. 3rd- Addison, 1st grade. Great job!
7th hour FACS class had a small scale cupcake war...we all came out winners in this one!
Mr. Hellman’s 4th graders have been working hard on a research project. The catch, they are not allowed to use any form of technology for research! They have been learning how to use books and encyclopedias to research lesser known presidents. There was hesitation at first but now they are enjoying learning about these important historical figures without any tech to help!
Wrestling season is starting this week! First event of the season is at HOME on Thursday Dec 5!
Is also SENIOR NIGHT! Hats off to Griffin and Trey and stats Jordee, Trenedi, and Halle!
5:00 Willams Co vs Mondak
5:30 Senior Night
5:45 ish Blue Jays vs Williams Co
GameDay Media will be here tonight broadcasting the varsity basketball game tonight against Killdeer.
5:45-JV
7:15-V
Stanley Elementary Dress Up Days for December! 🎄🎅🏻
Winter Cheer meeting will be held on Monday Dec 2 @ 6pm in the commons. Anyone interested in joining Cheer for winter season, and returning athletes please attend this meeting with a parent!
Practice will start Thursday Dec 5th at 4pm.
We are excited to present our first Financial Literacy Boot Camp for high school juniors and seniors on December 4 at Stanley High School. Students will have the opportunity to engage with eight different speakers throughout the morning. The goal of these sessions is to enhance students' knowledge of personal finance and prepare them for life after high school.
Thank you so much to everyone who donated food items to the Sack program!!! We collected over 1000 items along with Mr. Hellman's class raising $1,1667 for him to shave or not shave his beard!! Thank you to Thrivent Financial for matching a donation of 500 items!
December 2-6 Stanley High School will observe Suicide Awareness Week. We come together to shed light on a topic that is often shrouded in silence—mental health struggles and suicide. Every year, millions of people around the world are impacted by mental health challenges, and too many suffer in silence. But we can make a difference by breaking that silence and offering compassion, understanding, and support.
It’s essential that we recognize the signs, open up conversations, and offer a listening ear to those who may be struggling. Whether it's a friend, a family member, or someone in your community, your support can be a lifeline. Sometimes, just asking, "How are you really doing?" can make a world of difference.
During this week, let's commit to raising awareness, reducing stigma, and fostering an environment where everyone feels safe to speak openly about their mental health. Remember, it’s okay not to be okay—and it’s okay to ask for help. No one should have to face their struggles alone.
If you or someone you know is in crisis, reach out. There are resources and people ready to help.
National Suicide Prevention Lifeline (USA): 988
Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741
Lifeline Chat (International): www.iasp.info/resources/Crisis_Centres
Let’s work together to create a supportive, understanding community where everyone knows that they are not alone.
#SuicideAwareness #MentalHealthMatters #YouAreNotAlone
Reminder that there is NO SCHOOL on Nov. 27th, 28th, and 29th for Thanksgiving break. Classes resume on Monday, Dec. 2nd.