April final 3/31/15 - Camas School District

April 2015 Volume 9, Issue 6
Liberty Middle School
1612 NE Garfield . Camas, WA 98607
http://schools.camas.wednet.edu/liberty
From our Principal…
We have much to celebrate at Liberty. Our recent “March
Madness” staff/student basketball game was a huge success. It was
wonderful to see the gym full of laughing and cheering parents,
students, and staff. While the staff officially “won” the game, we were
all winners through that shared, often hilarious experience! Thanks
to all who participated and all who simply joined in the joy and
laughter. Our Knowledge Bowl team missed being League
Champions by just 3-4 points, and had a fantastically successful
season. Science Olympiad’s run ended at Regionals, but many
medals were brought home and the Robotics team is still in
competition mode. Go Lions!
With our 8th graders completing forecasting for their freshman
classes and plans for welcoming our incoming 6th graders this
spring while simultaneously planning for next year, it seems the year
is flying by. In fact, it’s 70% over! Ongoing discussions about the
new standardized SBA test (Smarter Balanced Assessment) are
worrisome at times, but our focus remains on teaching and learning. Students have taken practice tests and are currently taking “interim”
assessments that give us information on how they are performing
now. The summative SBA will provide results within three weeks,
rather than the typical August results from the MSP, so we will now
be able to use that data to inform instruction and hit the ground
running with our specific student needs. Our staff is working
diligently to fully shift to the new Washington State Standards (the
Common Core Standards adopted by the state Superintendent of
Public Instruction), and we anticipate their dedication and passion
will show in our scholars’ test results this spring.
As typically happens in spring, our students are getting a little
goofy. Please help us enforce our dress code as the weather gets
warmer by insuring all skirts and shorts are longer than fingertips
when arms are hanging loosely. We know the students know our
expectations, especially when they begin to tug their shorts down
towards their knees as they approach us.
Our students make this work so gratifying...thanks for sharing
them with us!
Marilyn Boerke, Principal
Marilyn Boerke
Principal, Ext. 78175
Gary Moller
Associate Principal,
Ext. 78433
Stephen Baranowski
Dean of Students, Ext. 79183
Bob Foster
Athletic Director, Ext. 78187
Annie Sumpter
Administrative Asst,
Ext. 78123
Melissa McGuffin
Fiscal Secretary, Ext. 78168
Gail Soohoo
Registrar, Ext. 78047
Penny Harlan, Athletics &
Activities Secretary,
Ext 79919
Open Position
Health Assistant, Ext. 72136
Molly Ndoloum, RN, MSN
Health Services, Ext. 75746
Emily Fitch
A-L Counselor, Ext. 75516
Billie Jo McEathron
M-Z Counselor, Ext. 78128
Glenn Hartman
Intervention Specialist,
Ext. 78407
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Upcoming Events
Mon, 3/30 6:30-7:30 pm: Japan Traveler’s Meeting
Mon, 4/6 - Fri, 4/10: NO SCHOOL - SPRING BREAK!!!
Wed, 4/15 8:00am-2:00 pm: 8th Grade Choral Festival - Ridgefield HS
Wed, 4/15 9-9:30 am: "Perk with Boerke" - Conference Rm #409
Sat, 4/15: Science Olympiad State Tournament @Highline College
Wed, 4/22 & Thurs, 4/23 10:15 am: LATE START! Doors open @ 9:45 am
Thurs, 4/23 7:00 pm: Musical performance - Pirates of Penzance @ CHS
Theater
Fri, 4/24 7:00 pm: Musical performance - Pirates of Penzance @ CHS Theater
Sat, 4/25 1:00 pm: Musical performance - Pirates of Penzance @ CHS Theater
The Dean’s Corner
Welcome to the Dean’s corner! Each month I hope to highlight something that is happening
with our climate and culture here at Liberty.
This month, we are excited to announce that Liberty has joined the social media world! We will
be using social media to capture fun moments, to inform of upcoming events, and to showcase
the great community we have here at Liberty. We hope this becomes a communication tool for
students and parents alike, as we keep everyone current with what is happening in our school.
If you are on Instagram or Twitter, please give us a follow and help us spread the word. Our
Twitter and Instagram handles are: @GoLibertyLions.
Have a great April!
Mr. Baranowski
Liberty Middle School . 1612 NE Garfield . (360) 833-5850
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Spring Break Teen Camp at
JWR Boys & Girls Club
Camps are $20 a day or pay $70 for the week.
Monday April 6th Adventure is out there!
Take a hike… Literally. Together we will hike Multnomah Falls and check out a GIANT
sturgeon at Bonneville Dam Fish Hatchery.
Tuesday April 7th Duct Tape Madness
How many things can you get done with duct tape? Ever tried making a wallet, clothes, or a
mat to carry your friend to safety? Join us for a day of duct tape madness!
Wednesday April 8th Artstravaganza #tagyourshoes
Come and learn how to decorate fabric using different art medias with our tag your shoes
camp. Shoes Provided
Thursday April 9th Master Chef Teen
Ever wanted to make a masterpiece and wasn’t sure how to? Join us to learn during this
Master Chef Teen Camp
Friday April 10th Ball is Life
Join us for a basketball themed camp. Refine your basketball skills and learn from Saints
Head Basketball Coach Geoff Gibor.
For more information call 360-817-9966, click www.bgcportland.org,
or stop by at the Jack, Will and Rob Club at 2033 NE Ione St. Camas, WA 98607
"Perk with Boerke"
Wednesday April 15th 9-9:30am
Conference Room #409
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By the time you read this nearly 200 Liberty students will be practicing
for their first track meet. That is the big one and it’s the first meet of the
season, the Twi-light meet with Skyridge. It starts at 6 pm on April 28th at Doc
Harris Stadium. Track is our final sports' season of the year and will culminate
with the District Track Meet at McKenzie Stadium on May 28. I would urge
all of you to attend a meet or two. We have some very talented athletes at
Liberty.
Liberty offers a wide range of activities and sports for students and they
take advantage of these opportunities. By the end of track season nearly 2/3 of
our student body will have participated in a sport. Participation in athletics
also has led to success in the classroom as well. Liberty student athletes have
consistently held higher GPAs than the school average year after year.
Go Lions!!
Bob Foster
Athletic Coordinator
Skyridge and Liberty Middle Schools
Liberty Middle School Presents
A Gilbert & Sullivan Musical
April 23rd & 24th 7:00pm
Junior
April 25th 1:00pm Matinee
at Camas High School Theater
26900 SE 15th Street Camas, WA
Tickets $5 Adults, $3 Students
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ATTENTION:
Please help your student understand a couple of key rules, especially as it is daylight earlier these days! Liberty is a “closed campus,” meaning that once students are on our campus, whether they ride the
bus, are dropped off, or walk, they may not leave unless picked up by a parent/guardian. This is
located in our student handbook on page 8 and has been stressed throughout the year, but we feel it’s
important that you know as well. If a student leaves campus, a disciplinary consequence is given as safety is
a priority, and when you think your student is at school, we expect them to be at school.
Another reminder is related to water bottles. We know that drinking water throughout the day
is good for our brains, and we encourage students to bring a clear, refillable water bottle to school for their
use. However, opaque water bottles are not allowed. Nor are other beverages beyond water
except in the Commons at lunch. We’re specifically concerned about energy drinks, having seen several
in the last couple of days. Food and beverage expectations are listed on page 10 of our handbook. Our expectations are in place to keep your scholars safe and to provide a positive and nurturing
learning community at Liberty. Thanks for your help with this!
Please join us for our parent book study!
Face to Face: Cultivating Kids’ Social Lives in Today’s
Digital World. Book study will be led by Billie McEathron,
Liberty School Counselor, and will meet at 9 AM on
Tuesdays. We will begin after Spring Break.
“ . . . a great go-to guide for parents, educators, and
counseling professionals to foster empathy, connection,
and emotional resiliency in today’s youth.” This book
addresses healthy friendships as well as peer mistreatment and
offers tools and tips for dealing with the dilemma of digital media
and connecting deeply with kids.
Books are available here:
http://www.family-empower.com
**Please complete the following survey if you would like to be part of the parent book study:
https://docs.google.com/a/camas.wednet.edu/forms/d/
1M4Lg4Tyl7V0KW1ATNmRzmgeCSE9E9RknGbANkivPv_Y/viewform?c=0&w=1
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New Vaccine Requirements for Fall 2015
Students in 7th and 8th grade will be required to have
two doses of Varicella (Chicken Pox) vaccine. This year
only students in 6th grade were required to have two
doses.
If you are unsure if your student will need this vaccine
please call the school nurse at 360-833-5850 ext. 75746.
Green Team Meeting
April 16th 2:15-2:45pm
Liberty Commons
The Middle School Cooking
Contest is approaching fast!
The theme this year is Heart
Healthy Snacks and Appetizers
(Anything!!! Lots of room for
creativity!). Applications are in the
front office and are due April 17th.
20 finalists will be chosen to
participate. Prizes will be awarded.
The Cooking Contest takes place on
Wednesday, May 13th at Liberty.
Questions? Please see Nurse Molly.
Good luck and have fun!
Help make Liberty a
Greener School!
Agenda items:
•
New Membership
•
Incentives to join
•
Fundraising
•
Goals for the remaining year
•
WA Green School Certification
Parents are welcome!
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Math Club is coming to a school near
you! (this one!)
Whether you need a little
help with math...
Or want to try some fun
stuff...
Or both!
Drop by the library after school on Mondays and Wednesdays!
Several Camas High Magnet students will be there for all of your
math-related needs.
Monday is Math Games, Challenging Math and Homework Help and
Wednesday is just for Math Help
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Homework Club
MONDAY-THURSDAY IN THE LIBRARY
Liberty’s homework club meets Monday through
Thursday after school in the Library from 2:45-3:45.
Work on homework, use a computer, or participate
in the following fun, positive activities:
▪ Monday: Math Club-Math games and
challenges
▪ Tuesday: Knitting Club
▪ Wednesday: Writing Club & Math Help
▪ Thursday: Art Club (In the commons)
See you there!
See your counselor or an administrator for more information.
Don’t forget to look in the Lost and Found
this week!
All items left will be donated to Treasure House over
Spring Break!
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Happy Hibernating!
Wed, April 22nd & Thur, April 23rd
Late Start - 10:15 am
Doors open @ 9:45 am
The YMCA Boys and Girls
Outdoor Leadership Development (BOLD & GOLD) Program
is excited to invite students from Liberty MS to join us for
the ultimate summer adventure!
Join us this summer for a one to three week long wilderness expedition that will give you a
chance to camp, backpack, rock climb, play games, have fun and make new friends
with a group of your peers in some of the Pacific Northwest’s most stunning locations!
The BOLD & GOLD program is dedicated to inspiring
courage and leadership in diverse groups of adolescent
boys and girls through outdoor adventures. Our small group
sizes (9 students max with 2-3 instructors) provide for the
perfect opportunity for our participants to learn how to
thrive in nature, make close bonds, have fun with their new
team, and most importantly to be themselves!
Financial aid is available for all BOLD & GOLD programs.
To learn more about our program, our summer schedule, or
our financial aid offerings check out our website at
www.ymcaleadership.com.
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Spirit Wear Order Form
Student Name:
Parent/Guardian
contact email/ph#:
Special Instructions:
Period 1 Rm #:
Gift Delivery? □
• The LMS logo appears front-center on t-shirts and pullover sweatshirts, left-front on vests & zip hoodies.
• Add $5 per item for personalization OR $7 for Glitter personalization.
Pictures at
• Add $4 to zip hoodie price to add a large logo on the back.
www.libertylionspto.com/spirit-wear
• Pullover hoodies run small. Please order up a size for a roomy fit.
Sample sizes can be tried on in Spirit Shack in the Commons during lunch on Fridays.
SIZES: SEE REVERSE/PAGE 2 FOR SIZING
*Personalized items MAY NOT be returned or exchanged due to sizing issues.
**Larger adult sizes available: 2XL-5XL. Please add $1 for every size you go up, e.g., add $2 for 2XL, $3 for 3XL.
Black (B) Red (R)
Personalization* $5
Glitter
Grey (G) White (W)
Size**
Item
Price
Write name to be added
+ $2
T-Shirt
Youth
B
R
G
W
B
R
G
W
Youth
B
R
G
W
Adult
Long Sleeve
T-Shirt
B
R
G
W
Zip Hoodie
B
R
G
W
V-Neck T-Shirt
(Also want back
logo? Add $4)
Hoodie with
front pouch
Fleece Zip-Up
Vest (straight/
loose fit)
Adult
S
S
M
M
Youth
Adult
S
M
Youth
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
$13.00
$16.25
$20.00
$33.50
B
R
G
W
Adult
B
R
G
W
Youth
B
R
G
W
Adult
Black
Grey
B
R
G
LADIES V-Neck
T-Shirt
B
R
G
LADIES Fleece
Zip-Up Vest
B
G
S
S
M
M
Youth
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
L
XL
$33.50
$30.00
Adult
S
M
L
XL
$35.50
W
Ladies
S
M
L
XL
$16.25
W
Ladies
S
M
L
XL
$35.50
Black fleece (8" height)
Embroidered
Black & grey ombre knit (11"
height) with embroidered
w/embroidered pawprint
Beanie
pawprint & "Liberty Lions"
Circle: & "Liberty Lions"
Red, white, and black knit
Pom Pom
(10" height not including pompom)
Beanie
$13.50
$13.50
TOTAL:
Received:
Pymt#:
Ordered:
Delivered:
Make checks to Liberty PTO
Turn in at Sports Window
Please contact the Spirit Wear Team: spiritwear@libertylions.com with any questions.
Subtotal
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Have a Roaring good time
during Spring Break!!!
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Fruits and vegetables are offered
daily on a rotational basis.
Camas School District
MS Lunch Menu
April 2015
Locally Grown items are offered whenever seasonally available
Low Fat Milk included with all meals
Our menus are aligned with the USDA’s
Healthy Hunger Free Kids Act.
Sandwiches
Made-to-Order Subs or Wraps
Week:4/1-Chicken Caesar Wrap
Week:4/6-Spring Break
Week:4/13-Italian Sub
Week:4/21-Crispy Chicken Wrap
Week:4/27-Pizza Sandwich
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All sandwiches served
on whole wheat sub
rolls and meals include
unlimited trips through
the Thrive Garden Bar.
Vegetarian options
offered daily.
BREAKFAST: Hot & Cold Cereal & Bagels are available daily
Breakfast Sandwiches, Pancakes, French Toast, Omelets, etc.
are offered on a rotating basis. Milk, fruit or juice are included
with breakfast.
DAILY CHOICES
Chicken Burger, Cheeseburger, Hamburger (Daily)
Salads
Monday: Cordon Bleu
Tuesday: BBQ Burger
Wednesday: Corn Dog
Thursday: Turkey Burger
Friday: Fish Sandwich
Chicken Caesar, Chef (Daily)
Week : 4/1- Cobb Salad
Week : 4/6- Spring Break
Week : 4/13-Italian Salad
Week:4/21-Crispy Chicken Salad
Week:4/27-Cobb Salad
All sandwiches served on whole wheat buns & unlimited trips through the Thrive Garden
Bar. Vegetarian options offered daily.
UPPER CRUST CHOICE EVERYDAY
Cheese & Pepperoni Pizza (Daily) Meat Lovers (M) Sausage (T ) , Chicken Ranch/BBQ Chicken(W),
Sausage & Olive (Th), Supreme (F)
All pizzas feature low fat cheese, low sodium sauce, & whole grain crusts.
Meals Include unlimited trips through the Thrive Garden Bar.
April’s Fresh Pick of
the Month is
Kiwi!
4/1
Panini & Soup
4/2
Mac & Cheese
4/3
Nachos
Enchiladas
4/6
4/7
4/8
4/9
4/10
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
Spring Break
4/13
Nachos
4/14
Teriyaki Chicken
w/Rice
4/15
Chicken Nugget
Bowl
4/16
Sloppy Joe
4/17
Nachos
Enchilada
4/20
Nachos
4/21
Teriyaki Dippers
w/Rice
4/22
Salisbury Steak
w/Mashed Potatoes &
Gravy
4/23
Chicken
Alfredo
4/24
Nachos
Enchilada
4/27
Nachos
4/28
Yakisoba
Noodles
4/29
Chicken Fajita
Or Taco
4/30
Spaghetti
Meal Prices:
Breakfast Paid $1.50
Breakfast Reduced $.00
Lunch Paid $2.75
Lunch Reduced $0.40
Did you know?? Cucumbers are a member of the gourd family, along with
melons, squash, pumpkins and watermelon.
USDA and this institution are equal opportunity providers and employers.
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Middle School Community Ed Classes
For more information go to www.camascommunityed.org or call (360) 833-5544
CAMAS YOUTH VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE (CYVL)
Girls: Grade 5-8, Be a part of the team this spring and join us in the Camas Youth Volleyball League. All skill levels are
welcome. Our focus is on learning skills, team work, the fundamentals of volleyball and the most important thing, having fun!
Camas High School players will be part of the coaching staff along with other great coaches. Your daughters coach will contact
you before kick-off night. Registration deadline is 3/23. Practices and games will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays
and times will be determined after the registration deadline and the teams are formed.
Fee: $65 includes t-shirt
Class code: Grades 5-6, #2060-15
Class code: Grades 7-8, #2061-15
SEW FUN! A Sewing Class for Youth
Ages: 10-14, Learn how to sew in this fun, supportive environment. Complete two projects as you learn the basics of sewing and
how to use the tools of the trade. The 1st project will be a pillowcase. Bring one yard of cotton fabric of desired print for
pillowcase and thread to match. 2nd project to be determined. Sewing machines will be provided. Minimum 4 students,
maximum 8. Date: Tuesday, April 14-May 5, Time: 4:00-5:30 PM, Fee: $48, Location: Camas District Office JDZ,
Instructor: Lara Harker, Class code: #3017-15
SAFE SITTER TRAINING
Ages: 11-15, Safe Sitter’s Training prepares the student for nurturing & protecting children. Students will learn about babysitting
as a business, child care essentials, safety for the sitter, injury management, preventing problem behavior, choking infant &
choking child rescue. Date: Saturday, March 21, Time: 9:00 AM - 3:30 PM, Fee: $70, Location: Camas District Office, JDZ,
Instructor: Staci Firl, Class code: #2006-15
SUCCESS THROUGH CHESS
Grade: 6-8, Develop critical & creative thinking skills. Learn critical principles, tactics, & strategies. Curriculum developed by
two-time national chess champion Andrew Svehaug. Date: Mondays, Time: 3:30-4:30, Location: Camas District Office JDZ,
bussing is available to JDZ from Skyridge, Fee: $99 for an eight week session, Instructor: Alan Svehaug and others.
KOREAN MARTIAL ARTS
Ages: 7 to Adult, Learn the traditional Korean martial art of Soo Bahk Do taught by nationally certified Moo Kuk Kwan
instructors. Taught in a safe, no-contact environment to insure the best experience for all involved. Immediate family members
receive a $30 discount. Date: Mondays & Wednesdays, Time: 5:00-5:45 PM, Fee: $120 for 13 classes, Location: Camas
District Office JDZ, Instructors: Anna Oulashin & Charles Smith. Call (360)833-5544 for questions.
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Mail registration form and check to: Camas Community Education – 841 NE 22nd Avenue, Camas, WA 98607
360-833-5544
Student’s Name:
Gender: M
F School:
Home Phone: #
Grade:
Parent’s name:
Cell #
Work #
Email Address:
Code
Class Title
Fee
$
$
Total Enclosed: $
has my permission to participate in this CCE activity. I understand the Community Education
program does not provide insurance. I certify that my child is physically and mentally able to participate in this activity. I, intending to be legally
bound, waive and release my rights and claims for damages I may accrue against any and all sponsors of this activity. I understand my child’s
image may be used for promotional purposes for CCE and/or the CSD.
Parent/Guardian Signature:
Date: