The Community GardenBy Bella Goslau

Bella interviewed Mrs. Lindmeier about the Community Garden.

Q: What are you doing with the garden this year?A: I am going to work with volunteers to put together some lessons for teachers to use in the garden this year.

Q: What made you want to help in the garden?A: When I got my masters in education I did a lot of research around kids working and helping in their community and the garden seemed like a perfect fit.

Q: What’s your favorite part about having the garden?A: It gives the community a place to come together.

Q: How many people have plots in the garden?A: There are 30 total plots and there are 44 community gardens so there are 21 community plots, 8 educational plots, which go to schools, and 1 plot for ERPD. The last one is that over 100 volunteers helped build the garden totaling around 3,000 hours worked to complete it.

Q: What types of plants do you want to grow in the garden this year?A: I’d love for the majority of the plants to be edible so fruits and vegetables.

Wildcat Roar April 2017

Holy Cow!By: Brendan Phoebe

During April, most people think the only holidays are Easter and April Fool’s Day but they don’t know that there are many other days to celebrate during this fantastic month.

Now you know! April is a great month and can be celebrated every day of the month!

Grrr8 Staff Member of The MonthBy: Kathryn Parivar

This Month’s staff member of the month is Ms. Swain! She has been helping with testing SO much! She works very hard and is really nice. She also works as a para, that is a very difficult task. She is always happy and ready to help.She is so amazing, and the next time you see her in the hallway say hello and maybe thank you!

1.April fools day

2.Childrens book day

3.Pony Express established

4.First U.S. flag approved

5.National read a road map day

6.North pole discovered

7.No Housework day

8.Trina Schart Hyman

9.National name yourself day

10.National Siblings day

11.National Pet day

12.National grilled cheese day

13.National scrabble day

14.National dolphin day

15.National Tax day

16.Easter/ Wear pajamas to work.

17.National cheeseball day

18.National look alike day

19.National kindergarten day

20.National Earth day

21.National picnic day

22.National Jellybean day

23.National DNA day

24.National pretzel day

25.National Tell a story day

26.National Blueberry pie day

27.National Shrimp Scampi day

28.National Oatmeal cookie day

Student of the MonthCongratulations! These students showed GIRR behavior during the month of April

Mrs. Kanagy: Nick Schneider is a kind and helpful friend to his classmates. He always reaches out when a friend needs help or is sad. Nick takes responsibility in the classroom to do extra jobs. He is a good little student and shows integrity by always doing his best work. I am proud of Nick!

Ms. Manley: Gus Garin. These are the thoughts from his friends...Gus is so nice to all his friends. He is a great teacher because he teaches his friends kindness. He always thinks of others. Gus plays with everyone. He helps his friends when they are sad or hurt. He shows respect, and he loves his school family.

Mrs. Benton: Lexie Hazen has come so far this year. She has shown GIRR in her progress in math and reading. I am also proud of how hard she has been working. Great job, Lexie!

Mrs. Thurling: Nicole Ferreira has shown GIRR by working hard in class and always doing her best. She is kind to her classmates and respectful. I am do proud of her improvement in reading!

Mr. Debonis: Harper Nelson displays GIRR behavior on a daily basis and sets a great example for other to follow. She is a great friend to all and an excellent student.

Mrs. Mitchell: Brynn Mielke shows GIRR nearly all the time! Brynn is generous when she shares her smile and big heart. She acts with integrity by making good decisions on her own. She is responsible when she turns in her work. She shows respect by following directions!

Mrs. Wickland:Evan Worth is a GIRR kind of kid! His friends come first and he is always there to help. He is also a good problem solver.

Mrs. Richie: Donavin Cortese. I can always count on Donavin to show generosity, responsibility, and respect, but I've noticed lately that he's working very hard in writing. He has really shown integrity here. He wants to become a better writer and I see him working to make changes. It makes me very proud. Keep up the good work, Donavin!

Mrs. Goslau: Chris Fisher makes a point of being engaged in all our lessons in class. He actively participates by asking questions and adding to discussions.

Mrs. Langowski: Jarek Niemasz is a helpful and considerate student. He is always willing to help out his classmates, and he is a great peer mediator. We are so glad Jarek is in our class!

Mrs. Grant: Charlotte Baysinger vigorously demonstrates her voice and expresses a heart for doing the right thing. She has demonstrated leadership among her peers. She has won the hearts of her voters by capturing the highly coveted Young Ameritowne Mayor position. She is trustworthy and diligent in honoring her peers, teacher, and other adults. Charlotte is a take charge kind of individual and can be trusted to always do the right thing. I personally congratulate her!

Mrs. Wellman/Karford: Alec Thomson is always the first one to be on task when we transition to a new subject. He is quiet and respectful to both teachers and peers at Wilmot.

Mrs. Whitney: Leah Hartman is a true representative of GIRR. She is reponsible in class, collaborates with her peers, and always has a smile on her face! She is a hard worker and always strives to do her best. Thank you, Leah!

Ms. Bee:Jaiden Barnes shows GIRR behavior everywhere she goes, from Mrs. Goslau's classroom to Spanish class to recess with her friends. I am constantly amazed by her level of responsibility and intergrity. Not to mention, she is down right hilarious. Keep your shades on Jaiden, your future is going to be soooo BRIGHT!!!!

Anonymous Advisor

Dear Anonymous Advisor,Today during lunch, someone took my sandwich and juice box. They did not give it back and there was no teacher around what should I do?

Sincerely, Sad and depressed

Dear Sad and Depressed,Tell them to give it back and if they do not give it back, tell the lunch ladies and they will help you.

Sincerely, Anonymous Advisor

Special Events in May By:Tabitha Parks

May is another special month for everyone. It is sadly the last month of the school year, but I'm sure everyone has a fun and exciting summer break coming up. Here are some special days in May.

● May 2nd: National Teacher Day● May 5th: Cinco de Mayo● May 14th: Mother's Day● May 24th:National Brother Day● May 25th:Last day of school● May 28th:National Burger Day● May 29th: Memorial day● And all of the Wilmot May birthdays

Book RecommendationsBy: Kiley Crownholm

Gianna from fifth grade, recommends: The Red Pyramid by Rick Riordan and Rick Riordan’s mythology books in general.

Mrs. Wellman recommends: Thank you Mr. Falker by Patricia Polacco

Molly from fifth grade recommends: The Magic Treehouse series by Mary Pope Osborne

Alec from fifth grade recommends: Flush by Carl Hiaasen Fiona from first grade recommends: Elephant and Piggy books by Mo Willems

I hope you read these wonderful books!

Ronan Tanner is the first student at Wilmot to participate in the State Geography Bee. What an accomplishment! Here is an interview about the Geography Bee.

Johnny: Were you excited about going on to the State Bee?

Ronan: I was really excited, because I didn’t get in last year, and I had never seen the Denver University before.

Johnny: How did you study for the state competition?

Ronan: I studied by looking at atlases, maps and other resources such as the National Geographic website.

Johnny: Were you excited about Ronan going on to the state bee?

Mrs. Langowski: Yes, I was amazed that he qualified out of so many winners. He was one of the top 100 scorers across the state.

Johnny: Are you excited for the 2018 Geography Bee?

Mrs. Langowski: Yes. It should be great to see who emerges as our new champion. Kids should start studying now.

Colorado Geography BeeBy: Johnny White

Young AmeriTowneBy: Aspen Fisher

On April 28th, the fifth graders went to Young Ameritowne. This special field trip teaches fifth graders how to use money, track how much money they use, and have fun working a job. There was a mayor and a judge. The mayor was Charlotte Baysinger in Mrs. Grant’s class and the Judge was Kileigh Ackerman in Mrs. Karford’s/Mrs. Wellman's class. At Young AmeriTowne students were be able to purchase food and supplies. “We had so much fun!” Says Fifth Grade.