Journey Elementary

#JourneySoBright

Ms. Soukup's classroom spent part of Friday afternoon having a “funeral” for fixed mindset. They reflected and wrote all the things they “can’t” do. Afterwards, they put the word “can’t” to rest in their classroom and focused on the power of yet!

FROM THE ART ROOM: Learners are putting their imaginations to work creating cardboard sculptures and painting. #JourneySoBright

Mrs. Parmenter nominated this young lady for the #goodnewscalloftheday. She goes out of her way to listen with empathy and understanding. She does a great job of questioning and problem posing as a new learner to PL when she isn't sure.

A reminder there will be no school on Monday, September 2nd. Enjoy the Labor Day Weekend! 🇺🇸🐯

Our High Five Highlight Friday features one of our 5th grade teachers, Ms. Rieger. You help brighten our Journey community. Thanks for all you do for our Journey team. You help brighten our Journey community. #JourneySoBright

Mrs. Serocki nominated this young man for the #goodnewscalloftheday! He did an excellent job managing his impulses during our morning meeting. He's thoughtful of those around him, respects space bubbles and uses listening ears while others are speaking.

The words that we use with the kids in our lives have power. Let’s build someone up instead of putting limits on them. http://bit.ly/2zsTLNy #JourneySoBright

Miss Soukup nominated this young lady for the #goodnewscalloftheday. She has gone above and beyond to welcome our new student to Journey. She has been a positive leader in the room and around the building in following our expectations. Her positivity has been a radiant light.

This week’s Holiday Holla goes out to Mrs. Wieking, one of Journey’s 4th grade teachers. If you wish to send her a Holla, please email her as to why she is an important member of the Journey Team! http://bit.ly/JourneyStaffListing #JourneySoBright

Mrs. Martin nominated this young lady for the #goodnewscalloftheday for helping one of her classmates transition to lunch. She also listens and follows directions while being a good friend to everyone! She is a good example in the classroom, on the playground, and in the hallway.

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Mrs. Wieking nominated this young man for the #goodnewscalloftheday for his ability to manage his impulsivity & continue to persist to work hard. He is respectful to his classmates and staff. Mrs. Wieking noticed that he is always one of the first one to do something when told.

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Journey will have gym drop-off (learners will go in the gym - 7:50am) due to rain.

Mrs. Jensen nominated this young lady for the #goodnewscalloftheday. She is always ready whenever the class transitions to a new task. Her bravery in the KJL classroom has allowed her to make new friends and try all the fun new things that kindergarteners experience.

Our High Five Highlight Friday features our PE teacher, Mr. Nour. You help brighten our Journey community. Thanks for all you do for our Journey team. #JourneySoBright

There's an app for that! 📱Download the HSD app from your app store. Search 'Harrisburg, SD' and look for the Tiger logo. 🐯

This young man is the first @ElemJourney #goodnewscalloftheday for the year. He did a fabulous job joining a new cohort of learners and went out of his way showering his teacher and classmates with kindness. He did a great job this first day sharing his smile with everyone.

Journey is planning on starting each of our meetings with this video in mind. We all have a choice and we are going to focus on what is right in the world. Life is good. Make sure that every day counts. You choose your disposition. #JourneySoBright https://youtu.be/-VcYu9fZLmk