A Tradition of Excellence since 1871 Volume 24, Issue 2

Spotlight on AdnaSpotlight on Adna

ADNA SCHOOL DISTRICT #226 November - December 2015

ADNA ELEMENTARY BOND INFORMATION

Adna provides a Highly Capable program for qualified students. The revised WAC 392-170 moved highly capable programs into basic education. The legislature determined that access to accelerated learning and enhanced instruction is access to basic education. As a result, school districts will identify and serve highly capable students in grades k-12 during the

school day.

During the 2014-15 school year all students were given a screening test (CogAT 7). This year, kindergarten and new students will be screened and parents of students who quali-fy for further testing will be notified to obtain permission for evaluation. In addition, teachers, parents or students can nominate a student for the program. Nomination forms are available from the principal. Multiple factors, including assessment data, are used to determine eligibility. A Highly Capable Program selection committee makes the final deci-

sion.

If you have questions or need a nomination form, please

contact your students principal.

Reid Caviness, Nate Scheuber and Gabriella Solem learning about architecture with Adna elementary architect Trent Hart of Tovani-Hart Architects as part of the Highly Capable Program.

The Adna School Board of Directors is looking to address several needs at the rapidly aging elementary. The District is asking for voter approval in the November 3rd election for an 8.1 million dollar Construction Bond that would expand and remodel the Elementary School. The projected tax rate is $1.97 per $1000 assessed value. The bond would allow for the modernization of all classrooms, restrooms, kitch-en area, office spaces, asbestos abatement, building systems and upgrade student security measures. This bond would fund a dedicated student lunchroom, gymnasium, additional parking and address the aging roof. Adna Elementary was built in 1980 for approximately 200 students, while today it serves 247 students. Classes currently use spaces designed for storage and meet in portables. The expansion

would create four new classrooms, which would accommodate all current students and prepare the district for continued growth.

The Adna Citizen’s Committee (ACC) has committed to aide the district in helping provide information to our community regarding the No-vember 3rd election. The ACC wants you to have more information regarding bonds and levies so you can make the best decisions for our children and community. If you would like additional information regarding the ACC, please contact Jennifer Krueger at krue-

ger.jennifer@yahoo.com.

HIGHLY CAPABLE EDUCATIONAL PROGRAM

Seadog Spirit Phone: 748-7029

Fax: 740-9419

Office Hours: 8:10 AM-4:00 PM

School Hours: 8:30 AM-2:40 PM

V o l u m e 2 4 , I s s u e 2 P a g e 2

AES NEW STAFF

Mrs. Kelly Prouty comes to us from the Boistfort School District where she at taught both the fourth and fifth grade levels. We would like to wel-come her as the newest member of our second grade teaching staff. If you

would like to contact Mrs. Prouty please call the school

office or email her at proutyk@adnaschools.org.

Welcome to the Adna School District!!

Emergency Closure Notification - The District uses a variety of media: television, radio, district website, email, automated phone messages, and optional text messaging to inform parents, students, and staff of emergency school closures and delays. For additional

info contact school offices.

Fire District 6 Safety Days

Each year the students enjoy visiting our local fire sta-tion and learning about safety from the men and women at our local fire department. The firefighters do an out-standing job of teaching our students the importance of

fire safety.

Thank You District #6

Parent-Teacher Conferences

November 10th & 12th-13th

(Early Release Days AES 12:10pm - AMHS 12:30pm)

Please remember to communicate with your child(ren’s) teacher regarding your conference time and come prepared to ask questions. Our teachers en-joy meeting with parents; however, they have limited time during conferences. Therefore we ask that you are mindful of the appointment following yours.

IXL MATH For the past few years Adna elementary has been a part of a web-based math resource tool known as “IXL Math”. Students are able to access this resource at home and practice an unlimited amount of mathematical skills and questions. The site’s resources are aligned with the Common Core Standards and allows each student to learn at their own pace. Your elementary child should have the necessary information to log-on and practice from home. If you have any questions please

call the office at 360-748-7029.

Students Learn About the History of Lewis County

The fourth grade students were given the opportunity to learn about history in their very own community. The experience took them through historical down-town Chehalis, which will help them prepare for their end of the school year city reports.

POSITIVE BUS RIDERS

The Adna bus drivers would like to thank the following students for having a positive attitude on the daily bus ride as well as helping the driver when needed during the months of Sept/Oct! Great Job!

~Rt 1 Colby Braaten & Kaidan Perkins; Rt 2 Lorelei Graham & Madison Grimes; Rt 3 Kasey & Kenzie Davis; Rt 4 Preslee Hellem & Jack Moerke; Rt 5 Jaxson Long & Raegan Sherman; Rt 7 Olivia Dail & Nicholas Cruz.~

IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER

November 17, Picture Retakes

November 17th, 5th Grade Girls Health Talk

November 18th, Book Bingo

November 19th, 5th Grade Boys Health Talk

December 15th, Christmas Concert

P a g e 3 S p o t l i g h t o n A d n a

Pirate Pride Office Hours: 8:00 A.M.— 4:00 P.M. School Hours: 8:25 A.M.— 3:00 P.M.

Phone: 748-8552 Fax: 748-1625

AMHS NEW & CHANGING STAFF

This year we are pleased to announce Mr. Luke Salme as a our new high school English teacher and senior project adviser. He comes to us from Olympia High School where he taught grades 9 thru 12 and was

the head varsity boys basketball coach. To contact Mr. Salme please call the school of-fice or email him at salmel@adnaschools.org

Mr. Todd Penman has joined our staff to teach science. He comes to us from the Roch-ester School District where he completed his student teaching in science and biolo-gy. To contact Mr. Penman please call the school office or email him at pen-mant@adnaschools.org.

WELCOME!!

2015 Homecoming Court

Senior Court - King, Tyler Olson & Queen Melyssa Nocis; Kelsey Aselton, Genevieve Carney, Macy Moon, Alden Latimer, Phoenix Millhollen-Elwood, and Josh Nocis

Attendants - Freshman - Chance Fay & Samee Jo Moon; Sophomores - Cody Young & Jenikka Poppe; Juniors - Brandon Apperson & Jessica Kiser

Vocational Education Expansion

Our District is so pleased to announce that the vocational building expansion

is complete. It has

been a goal of the

District’s to provide

additional vocation-

al offerings for our

students. The ex-

pansion is the final

project from the

three year capital

projects levy that

voters approved in

2011.

Adna High School Band Student Selected for

Western International Band Clinic

Adna High School band student Rachel White recently auditioned for and was selected to participate in the Western International Band Clinic (WIBC) honor band on November 21-24 at the SeaTac Doubletree hotel. The audition process included each student recording two pieces of music that were evaluated by a panel of professional musicians and educa-tors at the WIBC who selected the participants. During the 4-day clinic, students play in one of four bands directed by world renowned composers, educators and conductors. The culmination of the clinic will be a gala concert of the honor bands. Students from across the

United States and international students audition for this event. Congratulations Rachel!!

2015 Veteran’s Day Assembly - Invitations for the this year’s Veteran’s Day Assembly were mailed out last week. This year the assembly will be held on Tuesday, November 10th and will begin with a spe-cial breakfast for our veterans at 8:00 a.m. in the middle/high school library. If you have not yet re-ceived an invitation in the mail we would love to hear

from you and re-serve your place of honor with us for this special day. For additional

information or to confirm your attendance please contact Alden Latimer at (360) 748-8552.

Students of the Month Since the first day of school several stu-dents have made a positive impact at the school. They have shown exceptional qualities in either character and /or aca-demics. They are: Freshman, Matthew Schueber - Sophomore, Aaron Slape - Junior, Mckayla Dawes - Senior, Macy

Moon. ~ Keep up the great work!

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P.O. Box 118

Adna, WA 98522

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The Adna School District appreciates your comments and feedback. Please direct your input or inquiries to LeeAnn Parker, Adna School District, P.O. Box

118, Adna, Washington, 98522, Phone 748-0362.

The Adna School District #226 complies with all federal and state rules and regulations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sexual

orientation/gender identity or disability. This holds true for all students who are interested in participating in education programs and/or extracurricular activities.

Inquiries regarding compliance and/or grievance procedures for Title IX/RCW 28A.85 Officer and/or Section 504/ADA may be directed to the Adna School District

at Adna School District #226 P.O. Box 118, Adna, WA 98522, Phone 748-0362.

In This Issue

Elementary Bond ~ Page 1

Seadog Activities ~ Page 2

Pirate Activities ~ Page 3

Community Bulletin Board ~ Page 4

Board of Directors: Bob Fay, Chair

Terry Bower, Vice Chair Jennifer Collins Melissa Ryan

Stan Long Jim Forrest, Superintendent

Ph: (360)748-0362 Fax: (360)748-9217

Office Hours: 7:30 - 4:00

Throughout the school year, we like to take pictures of our students participating in various school activities. Often we publish these pictures as a means of sharing with the community what goes on in our schools. Such publications include, but are not restricted to, the Adna School District newsletter, The Chronicle, and the Adna School District Website. If you wish that your student not be photo-

graphed, please contact the school office or district office.

November

11/03 - Election Day

11/03 - ASD Board Mtg @ 6:30pm

11/03 - 7th-12th Band Concert

11/03 - HSGS Districts @ Centralia HS

11/04 - HSVB Districts, TBD

11/05 - MSGB @ Napavine, 5:00pm

11/06 - HSFB Crossover, TBD

11/07 - HSXC State Finals, Pasco

11/07 - HSGV Districts, TBD

11/07 - HSGS Districts @ Centralia HS, 12:00pm

11/09 - MSGB vs Pe Ell, 5:45pm

11/10 & 12,13 - Early Release, AES 12:10 / AMHS 12:30

11/10 - Veteran’s Day Assembly

11/11 - No School, Veteran’s Day

11/12 - MSW @ Adna

11/12-14 - HSGS First Round State Finals, TBD

11/13-14 - HSVB State Finals, Yakima

11/13-14 - HSFB Districts, TBD

11/16 - HS Winter Sports Practices Begin

11/17 - AES Picture Retakes

11/17 - 5th Grade Girls Health Talk

11/17 - ASD Board Mtg @ 6:30pm

11/18 - AES Book Bingo, 6:00pm

11/19 - 5th Grade Boys Health Talk

11/20 - HSGS State Semi-Finals, Sumner

11/21 - HSGS State Finals, Sumner

11/20-21 - HSFB Districts, TBD

11/25 - Early Release, AES 12:10 / AMHS 12:30

11/26-27 - No School, Thanksgiving Break

11/27-28 - HSFB Semi-Finals, TBD

December

12/01 - NO ASD BOARD MTG

12/01 - College Prep Financial Aid Meeting @ AMHS, 5:30

12/05 - HSFB State Finals, Tacoma Dome

12/05 - Senior Class Parents Applebee’s Fundraiser, 8:00am

12/08 - 6th & Jazz Band Concert

12/10 - 7th-12th Band Concert

12/14 - MSBBB Practice Begins

12/14 - ASD BOARD MTG @ 6:30PM (MONDAY)

12/15 - ASD BOARD MTG - MOVED TO 12/14/15

12/15– AES Concert @ middle/high school commons

12/18 - Early Release, AES 12:10 / AMHS 12:30

12/21-1/1 - No School, Winter Break

**For more district activities and events, click the “Events Calendar” on the districts’ website.**

www.adnaschools.org **For complete Adna Athletics schedules visit

www.2bcentral.com

ANNUAL NOTIFICATIONS

Attendance Law Public Notice on Truancy - According to the Washington State Code as stated in Adna School District policy, “Parents of any child eight years of age and under eighteen years of age shall cause such child to attend school and such child shall have the responsibility to and therefore shall attend for full time when such schools may be in session unless the child is enrolled in an approved private school, an educational entity as provided in RCW 28A.205 or is receiving home-based instruction.” The superintendent may grant exceptions under certain specified conditions. According to statute as stated in policy, “Any law enforcement officer authorized to make arrests can take a truant child into custody without a warrant and must then deliver the

child to the parent or to the school.

Title I, Part A - Highly Qualified Teachers - Parents of students attending a school that receives Title I funding under the No Child Left Behind Act have the right to request information regarding the professional qualifications of the

students’ classroom teacher from the Adna School District (360) 748-0362

Section 504 - Free and Appropriate Public Education - Section 504 infor-mation regarding free and appropriate public education for any qualified stu-dent with a disability is also available from the student support office, which

may be contacted at (360) 748-0362

Special Education Program - Any application and any required poli-cies/procedures related to special education programs are available from the

student support office, which may be contacted at (360) 748-0362