Reid SchoolOutstanding Academic Achievement | NAAS AccreditedPrograms Nationally Validated by the United States Department of Education
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Shakespeare FestivalAll students are in the Festival events in March. Middle School students not in the play rehearsals participate in science and special music classes. Mathematics CompetitionsState and National Mathematics Contests and Math Counts (state-wide competition events) keep math students and Mrs. Barlow and Ms. Openshaw busy! |
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Chess ClubChess instruction twice-a-week and annual competitions for all grade levels. Mondays and Wednesdays, 7:30 a.m. Sponsored by Mr. Gardner Reid. Volleyball and LacrosseCo-Ed Volleyball and Girl Lacrosse teams compete with other teams in Salt Lake County. Sponsored by Miss Taylor, P.E. teacher, and parent groups. | |
Roots and ShootsInfluence positive change for communities, animals and the environment, and connect with students in almost 100 countries. Meet twice a month after school. Sponsored by Mrs. Paulding, Mrs. Sossenheimer, and Mrs. Witmer. Geography BeeStudy the geography of the world. School, State, and National Competitions. Grades 4 and up. Sponsored by Miss Israelsen. |
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Yearbook Student and Parent Staff(Two parents from each Home Room) Preserve school memories. Thursdays, 7:30 a.m. Organized by Mrs. Barlow and Mrs. Reid. Linnie Fisher RobinsonFoundation for Literary ArtsSchool-sponsored Poetry and Short Story competitions for students. Cash and certificate awards. | |
Penmanship and Poetry ContestsStudents compete in school, state, and national poetry and penmanship contests. Sponsored by all Reading/English teachers. Poetry Recitation CompetitionsSeptember and October memorizations are judged by a panel of recognized drama and literary specialists. |
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Mini-mini OlympicsMini-mini Olympics in September bring teams of one student from each grade level in games of fun. Mock TrialExperience the roles of attorney, witness or bailiff as you contest both sides of a court case against other participating schools. Twice a week after school with attorney coach, Ed Brass, and Miss Israelsen. | |
“Get-togethers”September Parent and Student Get-togethers welcome newcomers, form bonds of friendship, and develop plans for the year. National Junior Honor Society (NJHS)A select group of excellent Middle School students as they participate in discovery field experiences, service and social opportunities. Wednesdays at lunch. Advisor, Mrs. Barlow. |
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Halloween CarnivalAnnual evening dinner, booths, spoof alley and more. Parents, students, staff, and alumni make the event outstanding. Halloween “Parade”“Parade” in the Auditorium for Elementary students; preschoolers parade in the classrooms; Middle School students enjoy partying at Fat Cats. | |
Thanksgiving FeastStudents in reading/English, as they learn to follow written directions, contribute one food item for the school’s feast. Preschoolers re-enact the first Thanksgiving. School ProgramsPrograms of instrumental and vocal music (all students participate) celebrate the Winter and Spring seasons, Veteran’s Day and the Fine Arts Fair. |
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Valentine’s DayValentine parties for Preschoolers and Elementary students. Middle Schoolers are served an “elegant” lunch following lessons on etiquette and learn some new dance steps. Fine Arts FairLast school day in February four or five pieces of art for each student are displayed; “Best of Show” winner honored; gallery walk for parents and visitors; Fine Arts Anthology distributed; poetry and short story winners announced. | |
Extracurricular Activities Flyer 2009-2010 | ||