Author: Tech Helper

November / December

2018

Thunderbird Beat

ISD 435

Youth Frontier Student Retreats

Inside this issue:

School Forest / Grandfather Teaching	2
Waubun News / Cyber Safety	3
Dollars for Scholars / Sno-Daze	4
Ojibwe Poem	5
Superintendent News	6
New Staff	7
M/W Cheer Team	8
Ogema News / Toys for Tots	9
Ogema Specialists	10
Thoughts from 3rd Grade	11
Senior Student of the Month	12

On December 6th and 7th all the 7th-10th graders at Waubun participated in the Youth Frontiers Respect and Courage Retreat. Youth Frontiers provides schools with experiences that inspire character, civility and community so that our next generation of leaders is grounded in character. Youth Frontiers’ dynamic retreats inspire students to live out the values of kindness, courage, respect and leadership in their personal and school lives. Last school year, the nationally renowned nonprofit held 861 retreats for more than 127,000 students and educators. Since its founding in 1987, Youth Frontiers has reached more than 1.7 million through its character development programs.
Youth Frontiers offers grade-specific student retreats, each centered around a developmentally appropriate theme. Youth Frontiers did two retreats at Waubun. One for Junior High students to help students learn how to find courage to stand up for others; the other for all Waubun 9th-10th graders to help expand their understanding of the importance of respecting others and taking ownership to make their school and community better. Each retreat is high-energy retreat uses games, music, small-group discussions and inspiring stories to engage students’ hearts and break down walls between young people. Throughout the retreat day, students begin mending relationships, respecting themselves and others more and committing to acting with character.

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Waubun School Forest News

The School Forest Ski Hut is now open daylight hours weekends and school holidays. It will be open every day of Winter break. There is cross country ski equipment, snow shoes and sleds for your family to use. It is your responsibility to clean up after yourself and return items to where they belong.
The School Forest is located 9.2 miles east of Waubun at 2541 State Hwy 113. An open house is being held Sundays Jan 13, 20, and 27th from 1-4. Come and ski or just stop by to see what we have for the community to use. Snacks are provided by Thrivent. We will have someone to help new skiers get started. The ski hut isn’t opened if it is colder than -15.
The Community School Forest Project is part of the Waubun School District so all school rules apply. This facility is provided by the school district and volunteers. We will need people to help when elementary students come out during school day. We also need someone at the hut on Sunday afternoons to help new skiers get started. Call Loree at 473-2575 if questions or if you are interested in helping. Call the school at 473-6100 to schedule school day groups. You can check the school website for updates.

Seven Grandfather Teachings

The Seven Teachings, also known as Seven Grandfather Teachings, are a set of principles we conduct towards other people. These seven teachings encompass virtue among the Anishinaabe or Ojibwe culture and are similar in nations and reservations across the United States. We propose to nominate and honor students in Waubun School who demonstrate one of the Grandfather teachings in their home, school, or community.
Nibwaakaawin—Wisdom: To cherish knowledge is to know Wisdom. Wisdom is given by the Creator to be used for the good of the people. In the Anishinaabe language, this word expresses not only "wisdom," but also means "prudence," or "intelligence." In some communities, Gikendaasowin is used; in addition to "wisdom," this word can also mean "intelligence" or "knowledge."
Zaagi'idiwin—Love: To know peace is to know Love. Love must be unconditional. When people are weak they need love the most. In the Anishinaabe language, this word with the reciprocal theme /idi/ indicates that this form of love is mutual. In some communities, Gizhaawenidiwin is used, which in most context means "jealousy" but in this context is translated as either "love" or "zeal". Again, the reciprocal theme /idi/ indicates that this form of love is mutual.
Minaadendamowin—Respect: To honor all creation is to have Respect. All of creation should be treated with respect. You must give respect if you wish to be respected. Some communities instead use Ozhibwaadenindiwin or Manazoonidiwin.
Aakode'ewin—Bravery: Bravery is to face the foe with integrity. In the Anishinaabe language, this word literally means "state of having a fearless heart." To do what is right even when the consequences are unpleasant. Some communities instead use either Zoongadikiwin ("state of having a strong casing") or Zoongide'ewin ("state of having a strong heart").
Gwayakwaadiziwin—Honesty: Honesty in facing a situation is to be brave. Always be honest in word and action. Be honest first with yourself, and you will more easily be able to be honest with others. In the Anishinaabe language, this word can also mean "righteousness."
Dabaadendiziwin—Humility: Humility is to know yourself as a sacred part of Creation. In the Anishinaabe language, this word can also mean "compassion." You are equal to others, but you are not better. Some communities instead express this with Bekaadiziwin, which in addition to "humility" can also be translated as "calmness," "meekness," "gentility" or "patience."
Debwewin—Truth: Truth is to know all of these things. Speak the truth. Do not deceive yourself or others.

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Waubun School News Principal Eric Martinez

During this season of giving, I want to take some time to focus on appreciation and giving thanks. I want to thank all of our students, our parents/guardians, our staff and our community.
I am very thankful for what our students bring to our school and our community. If you have been to any of our sporting events and concerts, you have witnessed our students’ talents. Our students are also caring and compassionate. They have volunteered and coordinated activities for a number of events such as food drives, the backpack program and the blood drive to name a few. Our students by and large continue to meet our expectations in our Make Every Day Count campaign and the rigor in our classes. Our students give all that they have in their efforts. Our students are a great source of pride for me and our school.
Additionally, I appreciate our parents and guardians. Our continued success with our students largely relies on the support we are given by them. Their concern, guidance and participation continues to help us reach our goal of student success.
Our staff helps in various ways. They expect the best of our students and are at the ready to do whatever it takes to help them succeed. Their time and efforts help us provide many things for our students and community.
This first half of the year has proved how great of a community we have. There are numerous volunteers, supporters and members of our community that are invaluable to our school and its mission. I am very grateful for our community and its support.
Our students, parents/guardians, our staff and our community make up our team. I want to thank each and every one of you for helping us in our pursuit of our goal of achieving student success. It is through all of your efforts that we continue to make great strides in this area and will continue down that path until our goal is reached for every student.
Have a great holiday season!

Apps for parental controls:
Dinnertime app
Dinner time plus
Safesearchkids.com
Apple’s supportapple.com
Mamabearapp.com
Mobicip.com
Mspy (for snapchat monitoring)

It can be intimidating for a parent with all the social networking that kids use, and it is a growing market so we as parents must be knowledgeable about what apps or networking our children are using. It isn’t as difficult as it may seem to understand the apps for parental restrictions, monitoring apps or filters for phones, I-pads, computers, smart t-v’s, and gaming devices. Many phones have the restrictions on the “settings” that parents can enable and change with their “secret” code.
It generally works better to talk with our kids. As for our job as parents, it’s important to keep the lines of communication with your kids as open as possible, and to work together to figure out what’s appropriate for them, their safety, and privacy.
What’s essential is to help kids develop critical thinking skills so they think about what they’re doing, protect their privacy, security, and reputation, and keep an eye out for scams and things that may not be what they seem.
No matter what option you may use, it is important that you discuss your expectations before giving your child a cell phone. Help them to understand that a cell phone is for communication and that you as a parent have every right to control.
For more information, updated news, tips, newsletters, & parental support see connectsafely.org

Cyber Safety Tips
by School Nurse, Annalee

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Inside Story Headline

The Dollars for Scholars committee would like to thank alumni, businesses and our supportive community members for the generous donations our organization has received!! Donations go directly to our graduating seniors at Waubun High School each year to assist them financially as they continue their education.
When you make a donation, your name or a memorial will be displayed on a plaque in the Waubun School by the Superintendent’s Office. The following are emblems/donations that are displayed on the new plaques: leaf-$25, blossom-$100, Bomber Blue Bird-$250, apple-$500 and a branch-$1,000.
Donations can be payable to “Dollars for Scholars” and sent to Waubun School in c/o Laurie Johnson. Please indicate the name(s) you would like displayed on the plaques.
If you are a student looking for our Dollars for Scholars chapter scholarships on the website, just click "Student and Parent Login" to begin filling out your student profile -- not only will you find and apply for our scholarships that way, you'll also discover scholarships from across the Scholarship America network that you may be eligible for.
Application deadline is April 14th.

Visit our website!! www.waubun-ogema-whiteearth.dollarsforscholars.org

Attention Seniors!

All seniors who wish to apply for a 2018-2019 Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Dollars for Scholars scholarship will need to apply on-line through our website. Seniors are encouraged to start the on-line application process in January so it can be completed before the April 15th deadline.
www.waubun-ogema-whiteearth.dollarsforscholars.org
If you have questions, you can contact Laurie Johnson, President of the Waubun-Ogema-White Earth Dollars for Scholars Chapter.
E-mail: lauriej@waubun.k12.mn.us

Sno-Daze January 7-11, 2019

Congratulations to our 2019 Sno-Daze Court
7th Grade: Connor Adams and Leah Kent
8th Grade: Braylen Heisler and Taylor Johnson
9th Grade: Tanner Pazdernik and Elayna Toczek
10th Grade: Noah Schneck and Danielle Richey
11th Grade - Noah Paul and Gabby Bellanger
Program Attendants: Logan Stech and Brittany Lefebvre
King Candidates: Will Bly, Chase Dorman, Doug McArthur, and Logan Pazdernik
Queen Candidates: Maria Fatz, Anna Paul, Lizy Reich, and Haley Skramstad
Coronation will be Friday morning, January 11th at 8:30.
Weekday Events
America Monday
Trashbag Tuesday
Wacky Wednesday
Thursday: Crocs, Mocs, & Dudes Day
Friday: Spirit Day

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T’was the Night Before Ojibwe Christmas By Tara Prindle

T’was the night before Niibaa-anama’egiizhigad1, when all through the wiigiwaam
Not an awakaan2 was stirring, not even a waawaabiganoojiinh3;
The moccasins were hung by the smoke hole with care,
In hopes that Miigiwe Miskwaa Gichi Inini4 soon would be there;
The abinoojiinhyag5 were nestled all snug in their nibaaganan6,
While visions of ziinzibaakwad7 danced in their nishttigwaan8;
And nimaama9 in her moshwens10, and I in my makadewindibe11,
Had just settled down for a long biiboon zhiibaangwashi12
When outside the wiigiwaam there arose such a clatter,
I sprang from the nibaagan6 to see what was the matter.
Away to the waasechigan13 I flew like inaabiwin14,
Tore open the shutters and threw up the gibiiga’iganiigin15. The dibik-giizis16 on the breast of onaaband17
Gave a shine like duct tape to objects zazagaamagad18,
When, what to my wondering nishkiizhigoon19 should appear,
But a miniature toboggan, and eight tiny waawaaskeshi20,
With a little old driver, so lively and wajepii21,
I knew in a moment it must be Miigiwe Miskwaa Gichi Inini4.
More rapid than migiziwag22 his coursers they came,
And he whistled, and biibaagi23, and izhi-wiinde24 by name;
"Now, Bimibatoo! now, Niimi! now, Babaamishimo and Moozhikwe!
On, Anang! on Zaagi! on, Animikii and Wawaasese!
To the top of the porch! to the top of the wiigiwaam!
Now Bimibide! Ipide! Ombibidemagad!"25
As dry leaves that before the wiindigoo26 fly,
When they meet with BIA, mount to the sky,
So up to the apakwaan27 the coursers they flew,
With the tobaggon full of toys, and Miigiwe Miskwaa Gichi Inini4 too.
And then, in a twinkling, I heard on the apakwaan28
The prancing and pawing of each little inzid29.
As I drew in my iniji30, and was turning around,
Down the chimney Miigiwe Miskwaa Gichi Inini4 came with a bound.
He was dressed all in gipagawe31, from his head to his foot,
And his clothes were all tarnished with bingwiand32 and soot;
A bundle of toys he mangiwane33 on his back,
And he looked like a adaawewinini34 just opening his pack.
His ishkiinzigoon35 -- how they twinkled! his inowan36 how merry!
His miskwanowan37 were like roses, his nose like a choke-cherry!
His droll little indoon38 was drawn up like a bow,
And the beard of his chin was as white as gichimookamaan39;
The stump of a opwaagan40 he held tight in his wiibidaakaajiganan41 ,
And the smoke it encircled his head like a miskwaanzigan42;
He was full up on frybread with little round belly,
That shook, when he laughed like a wiigwaasinaagan43 of jelly.
He was chubby and wiinin44, a right jolly old elf,
And I giimoodaapi45 when I saw him, in spite of myself;
A wink of his ishkiinzigoon35 and a twist of his mangindibe46,
Soon gave me to know I had nothing to gotaaji47;
He ojibwemo48 not a word, but went straight to his work,
And filled all the moccasins; then turned with a jerk,
And laying his ibinaakwaanininj49 aside of his nose,
And wewebikweni50, up the smoke hole he rose;
He sprang to his toboggan, to his waawaaskeshi20 gave a whistle,
And away they all onjinizhimo51 like the down of a thistle.
But I heard him biibaagi23, ere he drove out of sight,
"Happy Niibaa-anama’egiizhigad2 to all,
And to all baamaapii52."

Christmas
creature
mouse
Gift Red Spirit Man
children
beds
candy
heads
my mom
handkerchief
black hat
winter sleep
window
lightning
window
lighting
December moon
very broken
eyes
deer
quick
many eagles
shouted
called them
Fly away to a certain place!
winter spirits
the roof
roof
Foot
Breath
unknown
unknown
threw
merchant
eyes
unknown
cheeks
chin
all white people
pipe
false teeth
round cloud
birchbark container
fat
laughed secretly
big head
be afraid of
spoke no Ojibwe
finger
nods head side to side
went quickly
good night

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Grateful and Blessed! Lisa Weber, Superintendent

My wish for you all this holiday season is that you are filled with gratitude and are showered with many blessings in your life. We use the saying, “grateful and blessed” quite often. This time of year can be very difficult for people as we remember the losses we have experienced or are reminded of what we do not have. Most people do not live the “Hallmark Christmas special” life! It is sometimes difficult to be grateful and hard to find the blessings.
So, what does it mean to be grateful? Thankfully, it doesn’t mean convincing yourself of some bogus notion that life is great and everything is going to be ok. Living your life with gratitude means choosing to focus your time and attention on what you appreciate. The goal is not to block out difficulties, but to approach those difficulties from a different perspective. Appreciation softens us. It means that no matter what is happening in your life that you make an effort to focus on the people and things that you value and bring you pleasure. When life is “rocky” and “out of sorts”, gratitude slows us down and soothes our turbulent minds. Gratitude connects us with the wonderfully ordinary things and (maybe even people) that we usually would take for granted.
Go ahead and try practicing to be grateful! To many of you this is nothing new, just a reminder of the benefits of focusing on gratitude.
Think of anything at all in your life that you can feel thankful for: a best friend or sibling who is always there to listen and support; a spouse who runs errands for you or does most of the cooking, or shoveling, car maintenance, cleaning, etc; maybe a child who helps without having to be told; or always says they love you; a parent or grandparent who reads books with you; a roof over your head; a car that runs; or people who are willing to help when you need it. When we are thankful, there is a change in how our whole body and mind responds. There is a sense of lightness and warmth. Expressing gratitude can change our outlook. If you continue practicing gratitude it will eventually lead to feelings of happiness.
Gratitude can help us see that not everything is terrible—not all the time, anyway. Practicing gratitude can keep our hearts open to the little joys that are in our daily experiences. There are so many things to be grateful for. Learning a new skill in class. That “I get it!” moment. I used the example of a car that runs earlier in the article as a gratitude moment. You are never so grateful for a car that runs than when you are sitting on the side of the road in a car that doesn’t. Practice recognizing what is good while it is good. Don’t pass by the opportunity to live a life of grateful living.
This can also be a time of indulgence. Wanting more, needing more, feeling bad we can’t give more. My sincerest wish for you and your family is that you take some time to practice gratitude for each other and the things we have in our everyday life. It will lead to a more joyful holiday season and you will be amazed at all the blessings in your life. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, and Happy New Year!

“Christmas is a necessity. There has to be at least one day of the year to remind us that we’re here for something else besides ourselves.” ―Eric Sevareid

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District 435 Welcomes New Staff!

Heather Berry began November 12 as a Special Education Paraprofessional in Ogema

Loreen Stanley is welcomed as our Student Success Coordinator

Steve Ferencik started October 10 as the Lead Custodian in Ogema

Renee Herrmann started September 13 as a 5th & 6th Grade Paraprofessional

“My idea of Christmas, whether old-fashioned or modern, is very simple: loving others.” ―Bob Hope

Need Christmas Ideas?
Gift Certificates!
The Waubun School Store has what you need.
Purchase your gift certificates
In the Superintendent’s Office today.

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Mahnomen/Waubun Cheer Team Update

Before tryouts in March, the call went out to anyone in our community to learn and create new motions to a new fight song. The moves are all their own creation taking beloved moves from each school’s fight song and incorporating them into the new one. We take pride in seeing the Thunderbird fans do some of those moves with the team at games and pep fests. In conjunction with learning and altering the many cheers taken from each school, the team also created many new cheers to go with our new Thunderbird identity. This took cooperation and, in some cases, letting go of old cheers.
Our official season began in August at a three day UCA camp in Minot, North Dakota. There we learned new stunts, cheers, and the basics of what eventually became our homecoming routine. Six hours a day for three days was tiring, but so worth the journey Practices began after that with learning cheers at the forefront of our objectives.
We spent hours learning and altering the homecoming routine because of injuries. We are unique in that we utilize all of our team members all of the time. When one is down for the count we have to readjust dance and stunt formations and in some cases when the stunt group is new, we have to relearn the stunt. Each cheerleaders role is unique and in many cases irreplaceable. Each cheerleader adjusted and were willing to out in the extra work.
The many locker and commons posters, as well as the breakaways, were done by hand. In a couple of cases the Thunderbird mascot and wording were done freehand, no tracing. The time it takes to make each and every detail stand out is something the cheerleaders take pride in.
We were honored to be a part of the tackle cancer game where, in combination with the Student Council, we raised $329.24. To win the Viking’s contest that evening as well as the game was just icing on the cake!
We want to thank the football team for including the cheer squad as part of their tradition in singing the fight song after a home field win. That one small gesture makes a huge impact!
This cheer team did great keeping up with their school work. Not once did we have to bench even one because of grades or discipline. There are a couple that would willingly tell you how belonging to a squad that relies on them and caring about their success outside of cheer has helped them reach toward their potential.
Cheerleading is a lot about the team that they are rooting for. The game or match is an important part of what they do. The 2018 cheer team made this devotion clear as many of them tried very hard to learn the finer details of football. I’ll never forget a cheerleader remarking, “oh, that’s what the numbers on that sign are for” in learning about the downs. It was awesome to hear technical vocabulary coming from them as they learned about penalties and particular plays.
Thanks again for this opportunity to toot the horn of this amazing group. It was our privilege to be on the sidelines while history was in the making. Because of the efforts of the football team, we were able to show off our hard work at halftime! That moment will forever be embedded in our hearts!
Thunderbird Cheer Awards -
Most Spirit/Enthusiasm/Energetic - Amber Kologi for all those high kicks and beginning the ‘Here we go Thunderbirds’ cheer!
Megaphone Award - Abigail Baker and Makenzie Lee because no matter where we were standing we could always hear them!
Outstanding Leadership - Carissa Kent and Arianna Anderson - Together they are unstoppable! They also took the initiative to speak to the Waubun school board about getting winter cheer for the schools.
Most Behind the Scenes Dedication - Arianna Anderson and Carissa Kent for all the hours spent on revamping and creating new cheers as well as making sure everyone who wanted to fly got an opportunity. And Justice Alvarado for sharing with us her amazing artistic talent!
Hardest Worker - Makenzie Lee who was willing to try and learn new stunts and new cheers, and work with a new coach, all without hesitation!
Most Encouraging - Leah Kent who always had a smile for everyone as they tried new things. And Elayna Toczek for always being willing to help someone learn new cheers or remember old ones.
Best Teamwork - Abigail Baker who was always willing to base because she wanted to make sure everyone got a chance to shine!
Most Tenacious - Alyssa Anderson who took on the ‘hitch’ stunt when we needed her without any complaints and learned to trust us after last year!
Best Smile/Facials - Leah Olson - does she ever stop smiling? She brightens up every room!

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Ogema School News Principal Laurie Johnson

Dear Students, Parents and Guardians,
Season’s Greetings! We are thankful for the many activities we had in November that staff, students and families participated in, including parent-teacher conferences, a successful Book Fair, and our Veteran’s Day program. December is proving to be just as busy with the PTSO sponsored Jingle Shoppe, Gingerbread House decorating, our Holiday Program, and field trips.
Our new district website is up and running! We are sharing information and pictures on the website (https://www.waubun.k12.mn.us/), Facebook (Waubun Public Schools), and our new app (search in the app store for Waubun Ogema Thunderbird). Check them out for updated information from Ogema!
With the weather changing, please make sure your children have coats, hats, mittens, boots, etc. Unless the temp/windchill dips below 0, we send students outside for recess each day. We strongly recommend that you label your child’s clothing as many students have similar items.
Drop off times are between 7:30-8:00 a.m. each morning school is in session. We need to ensure that we have adequate supervision and appreciate your help in dropping off no earlier than 7:30. This time frame also allows students to have breakfast before classes start at 8:15 a.m.
We know that mornings are a busy time. We continue to have students dropped off by taking the loop from the upper parking lot down by the gym and having students exit to the sidewalks.
Buses pull around past the main entrance to drop students off in the morning and pick students up in the afternoon. Please remember to yield for buses as they drive around .
Our school office continues to be a busy place and the end of the day can be especially hectic as we say goodbye to our 340+ students. If your child’s end of the day transportation should change, please notify us before 2:00 so we can safely ensure that teachers receive the messages and all students get home or to their appropriate destination. Thanks in advance for your cooperation!
As always, please call our office with any questions, comments or concerns (218) 473-6174.
Happy Holidays, Laurie Johnson
Ogema Elementary School Principal

Happy Holidays
from the White Earth Reservation Tribal Council, White Earth Community Council

White Earth Community Toys for Tots

White Earth Community
Toys for Tots pick up
Sunday, December 23, 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Monday, December 24, 1 pm to 5:30 p.m.
White Earth Community Center

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News From The Ogema Elementary Specialists

Art
Mrs. Walker
All Ogema Elementary students have been introduced to very basic Color Theory learning by reviewing primary and creating secondary colors. This involved hands-on color mixing using washable markers and color diffusing paper. If you have coffee filters at home and washable markers, have your students show you what they learned by using two primary colors on a coffee filter and spraying it down with water to watch the colors mix. Their Color Theory projects will be on display as Christmas ornaments for the Christmas Program.
Music
Mrs. Champa
In music we have been singing a variety of songs while learning vocabulary and rhythms. After the Holiday Concert, we will practice note names and sing about each letter of the alphabet! We will be running our “Pennies for Patients” fundraiser through the month of January to raise money for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society!
STEAM
Mrs. Fabre
This year I am teaching Kickstart - 4th grade STEAM classes. We have been learning about ecosystems, animals, & the 5 senses. We are now into solar systems, building towers and catapults, and learning about hibernation, migration and adaptation of animals. We are always looking for donations like toothpicks, straws, marshmallows, pipe cleaners, empty toilet paper rolls and paper towel rolls. Watch your students backpacks for take home creations!
P.E.
Mr. Kemper
In P.E. students have been working on overhand throwing.
Starting soon students will begin their basketball unit, where we will work on the basic fundamentals of the game.
Please encourage students to wear their boots to school and bring shoes for gym.
Ojibwe
Ms. Lhotka
In Ojibwe we are working our way through the seasons using words and stories connecting us to culture and language. In kickstart we are using TPR to learn new words. In Kinder and 1st grade we are working on skills for handwriting and tpr for using language and in 2-4th grade we are journaling using pictures and language to tell a story of what we are talking about during our time together. Look for my Ojibwe newsletter each week!
G&T
Mr. Peterson
1st Grade: Adding/Subtracting numbers through 20.
2nd Grade: Adding/Subtracting with regrouping and borrowing. Reading “The Boxcar Children”.
3rd Grade: Comparing Fractions. Reading “The Mouse and The Motorcycle”.
4th Grade: Equivalent Fractions and Reducing Fractions. Reading “The Westing Game”.

Art - Music - STEAM - P.E. - G&T - Ojibwe

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Thoughts From 3rd Grade

Third grade teachers asked their students if they could give one wish to every child in the world, what would it be and why. Here are their responses.
I wish for every child to be healthy because there is strongness inside of them. When they are strong, they will be able to share joy with the world. - S.S.
I wish all children can go to school because they can get smarter, make friends, and go to college when they get older. -J.R.
I wish every child to have a warm meal, clean water, and a loving family. I would give this to them because some children do not have a family and every child deserves all of those things. -C.M.
I wish for every child in the world to have a very Merry Christmas. I wish this because not one child should be sad on Christmas and Christmas should be about happiness and joy. -R.L.
I wish for every child to have parents because some people do not have a parent and they have to go to an orphanage. -S.S.
I wish for every child to have someone to love them because everyone needs love. -A.R.
I wish is to give all the children a cake, so they can eat something good. -M.D.
I wish for every child to have food and water so they can survive and be happy with their family and friends. -M.S.
My wish would be for every child to have a home. So that no child would be homeless. -T.H.
I wish for each child to have the best holidays. Why you ask? So, if one kid has the best holidays well then everyone should have the best holidays. -D.J.
I would wish that all the children in the world had food to eat so nobody would be hungry anymore. -J.M.
I would wish that all the children had homes. Why? Oh, so they don’t have to be cold when they go to sleep and for them to be cozy at night. Goodnight! -D.J.
I wish every kid in the entire world had a family, a nice home, toys for entertainment, three meals a day, and love. -J.B.
My wish would be for every child to get a good Christmas with their family because some kids don’t get Christmas with their family every year. -K.E.
I would wish for every child to be happy and healthy because they deserve that. Everybody does. -E.W.

New Thunderbird gear!!
Waubun school store is selling Thunderbird shirts, pants, and hats! Come in! Buy some gear!
Support Mahnomen-Waubun Thunderbirds!

Congratulations to the following students for being selected into honor bands...
MBDA Regional Honor Band: Abigail Baker, Mackenzie Lampton, and Lizy Reich
BSU Honor Band: Mackenzie Lampton, Nathan Nelson, and Lizy Reich

Free Guitar Lessons!

Have you always wanted to learn to play the guitar?
Beginner guitar lessons for 5th-12th grade will be held in room 109 (Ms. Baker's room) on Mondays after school from 3:30-4:30.
Guitar lessons are free of charge and include independent and group practice.
Students must bring their own guitar.

ISD 435

Non Profit Organization
U.S. POSTAGE PAID
WAUBUN, MN 56589
Permit No. 1

One Team ~ One Goal

PO Box 98
1013 3rd Street
Waubun, MN 56589

Phone: (218) 473-6173
Fax: (218) 473-6190
www.waubun.k12.mn.us

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Senior Student of the Month

Rachael McArthur

Parker Syverson was chosen Waubun Senior Student of the Month for October, Rachael McArthur for November, and Will Bly for December. These students are selected by the entire teaching staff and administration in the Waubun Ogema White Earth School District based on a range of positive role model characteristics and humanitarian acts. Congratulations, Parker, Rachael, and Will! It is our hope that you continue to model good citizenship throughout all areas of your life!

Parker Syverson

Will Bly