November 2017

Recently, fourth graders were privileged to have a Native American Presentation and hear about the culture and customs.

On Tuesday, November 21st, upper-grade students had the opportunity to travel by bus (fancy buses at that!) to BYU, to watch the women's basketball team play against Weber State.  Students had fun watching themselves on the jumbotron, dancing to the music, cheering on their team of choice and eating lots of fun snacks.  The highlight of the field trip was watching Mrs. Sandberg's third grade class do the chicken dance on the court.  Mrs. Sandberg was even fortunate enough to get some extra special attention from Cosmo the Cougar.

The day before the Thanksgiving break, students from all grade level participated in the annual Gobble Off.  One representative from each class was chosen, and then performed their 'gobble' for the rest of the school over the intercom.  Every class voted on their favorites.  The winners were:  Reed Ryskamp, Spencer Smith, and Brayden  Cardon.

Becky Manning, our facilitator at Maple Ridge, recently was awarded the Crystal Apple Award from Horace Mann.  Craig Harvey from the Horace Mann Agency awarded Becky Manning with the Crystal Apple Award.  The Crystal Apple Award recognizes excellence in education by honoring those making a significant impact in the lives of children.  Becky was recognized because of her dedication to helping her fellow teachers, and because of her professionalism in all asp

The Chinese acrobats performed for students at Maple Ridge Elementary on Thursday, November 16th.  Students were amazed and astounded at the many feats these acrobats could perform.

You can watch here.  https://youtu.be/7MRFqIp5qoI

Students at Maple Ridge were honored to hear from several veterans, and learn about the history of the Star Spangled Banner on Monday, November 13th.  Several of the veterans are relatives of the faculty and/or students of Maple Ridge.

On Wednesday, November 8th, members of the Maple Ridge student council attended a leadership conference at BYU.  These student council members were able to hear inspirational talks, and learn about how to be a good examples and leaders in their schools.  

We would love to have you join us on Thursday, November 16 from 5-8 p.m. if you are able and willing!  20 % of that evening's sales will be donated back to our school!

On Tuesday, October 31st, students continued witht the Red Ribbon Week activities, and Halloween, by having a school-wide parade through the school in their costumes.  The theme for Red Ribbon Week was "HOCUS POCUS, don't let DRUGS BE THE FOCUS.  Drugs are SCARY!" Students were encouraged to wear their costumes.    Throughout the day, most classrooms celebrated Halloween with parties and Halloween related activities.  Teachers throughout the school chose to wear costumes based on Mario, Trolls, and yes, even CACTI!  

It is a fun Maple Ridge tradition to send 'Ghost-O-Grams' to other students in the school.  The student council sold Ghost-O-Grams in the morning over the course of three days before Halloween.  The Ghost-O-Grams were delivered to other students in the school with a little treat attached.