https://youtu.be/YP0Cg9JSSeE
4/3/2020 Morning/Afternoon Announcements! I have been busy arranging for a Shed Delivery! After announcements go to the YouTube link below to see a better view of that video.
https://youtu.be/tzudEfVYvNs SHED
Dear K-2 Students, Parents and Guardians,
Beginning March 31, all schools in Illinois moved from ‘Act of God’ days to “Remote Learning”. What does this mean?
Remote Learning is defined as: An educational program designed to provide continuation of learning for students under conditions that prohibit the learner and instructor from being in the same physical space.
While we would much rather be here in the building all together every day, we have had to figure out a way to provide a meaningful education for your children to prepare them for when we return to school. Because this new way of teaching and learning has everyone trying to figure out what they NEED to do, what they SHOULD do, and what they WANT to do. I am outlining the responsibilities of everyone below. *Note: Some of the outline below is taken from the Pana CUSD#8 Remote Learning Plan on the panaschools.COM website. I don’t want anyone to miss out on what they need to do to be a successful student and eventually be ready for the next grade. We all have to work together to provide what these kids need to meet their physical, emotional and educational needs.
Teacher Responsibiities:
• Make remote learning activities available to parents each day.
• Provide a range of meaningful learning opportunities that meet the needs of all learners (pencil and paper, electronic opportunities for experiences, opportunity for Google Meets/Hangouts so kids can see their classmates and teachers, etc.).
• Provide regular feedback to students on their progress.
o This includes asking for work samples (photos) to determine if students need additional guidance with work or are on the right track.
• Students should not be engaging in more than 90 minutes of work daily.
Student/Parent Responsibilities:
• Read every day!!
• Make arrangements to pick up work packets at the school so you have the resources you need to complete assignments.
• Connect to DoJo daily to review the assigned work. Just check in- you do not have to sit all day at the computer, just check in to let them know you are ok or you need help with the assigned tasks.
• Teachers are available in the DoJo classroom between 8:15-1:15 daily. If that does not work in your schedule, respond anyway and they will get back to you the next day.
• Complete and respond back to any work requested by the teacher.
• Ask questions when you need help or don’t understand something.
• Be respectful to yourself, your teachers, and your peers.
• If you know someone who is NOT connecting- tell them to call the office to get help 562-7500.
Attendance:
• Your response back to your teacher is an indication that you are working and engaged in your learning.
• Attendance to learning is mandatory. If your child is not engaging in learning, they will not be ready for when we return (whether this school year or next is still up in the air- it depends on ensuring the health and safety of everyone).
Grading:
• The purpose of grading is to provide meaningful feedback to students to help them grow.
• Your responses allow teachers to see if you are on the right track or need help with skills.
• Grading for the 4th quarter will be S (satisfactory) or I (incomplete) and IS based on your participation in your learning.
** Please look on the panaschools.COM website for these documents:
1. The school closure extension letter from Mr. Bauer.
2. The Pana CUSD #8 District wide remote learning plan.
3. A sign up for the Grab and Go meals being provided to ALL students in our district.
Additional Packet distribution:
April 14th 1-3 at Washington School- Same drive up routine as the last time!! Arrive from the south with your passenger window to the door and I will hand you your packet of materials.
*Do not hesitate to call or message me if you need assistance or questions.
Be safe and be healthy until we are ‘back to normal’.
Love,
Mrs. Wysong
You can now order 2019-2020 Yearbooks online! https://yearbookforever.com/schools/pana_high_school_buy_yearbook_9924/uEze9YFn0x49cbl54sYaXgIK
Mrs. Crawford’s kids working on their school work, doing science experiments, & channeling their inner artist at home! Miss you guys so very much❤️
SORRY- copy and paste the link into your browser WITHOUT the "for our kiddos!" portion.. apparently it smashed that all together when I posted it :0(
https://youtu.be/PGqQDdF9o4M
FOR OUR KIDDOS!
Mrs. Morrell’s class met today on Zoom to play mystery number. They had to use their knowledge about numbers to guess what Mrs. Morrell’s secret number was. Mrs. Dilley even joined the class! She is missing working with the kids!!!
Mrs. Wysong has been spreading the love at Washington School! She painted hearts on all the classroom windows to tell all of our families how much we love and miss them! Here is Natalie sending love back to all of us! Thanks Natalie and Mrs. Wysong!
When you get to virtually read Hamlet together... 💕
3/32/2020 Morning Announcement at Lincoln Elementary
https://youtu.be/pDa3dEO53Fw
This morning, Mrs. Lehn's class met on Zoom to discuss their reading story for the day and play a game of virtual four corners!! What fun!!!
Parents and Students: Here's your quick start guide on joining a Google Meet. If you've never tried it and aren't sure where to start, check out this easy step-by-step guide. Stay safe and thank you for connecting virtually!
https://5il.co/ehij
Lincoln Learners, keep ROCKING your work. Check out this video from a few people who miss you and are proud of you!!
https://youtu.be/mrI1HjR1_BU
Mrs. Cross's 5th grade students at Lincoln Elementary completed a science experiment online with the help of her little ones!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class is having fun learning new things at home. They are coloring, doing crafts, and reading upside down!
Mrs. Lehn loves getting pictures of her students working hard at home! Keep them coming!
6th Grade Parents:
If you are not signed up for Remind, please do so using the attached directions. We will be sending out daily information for you to refer to in connection to assignments.
https://bit.ly/3dHYi1p
Mrs. Smith loves receiving pictures of her students working and playing! I miss you all!
One School - One Book - PJHS Students
Chapters 6-7 are now available. Links are also available through the PJHS Help Desk and PJHS Reading teacher's Google Classrooms
https://bit.ly/pjhsreadaloud
3/31/20 Morning Announcements with Dripple the Turtle from Mrs. Cross's Class!
https://youtu.be/nBd1lvj_ilo
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
Pick up meals at the PHS between 8-10. If you are on the bus route these meals can be delivered between 8-9. You need to sign up only one time and anyone is eligible
It’s the beginning of a new learning from home week and Ms Hahnenkamp’s class went on a virtual field trip with #LearnAroundtheWorld to learn about the Brooklyn Bridge. Thanks @GeoBrandon for being our tour guide!
One School - One Book
PJHS Students - Chapters 4-5 are now available. Use this link to access the file to where you can listen and then participate in a school-wide discussion. https://bit.ly/pjhsreadaloud
A few more pics from PJHS's Virtual Spirit Week
3/30/20 Lincoln Elementary School Morning Announcements from outside with the packet PICK UP line!
https://youtu.be/Vadtu8Dd6VE
All set up outside and waiting on you to come pick up your packets at Lincoln School. We will be here until 3:30. Come an git em!
Just a little something to keep everyone connected while we are apart. Keep sending those pictures to kmillburg@panaschools.com
https://youtu.be/VDP1vKZ10Fk
Attention Parents of Lincoln Elementary Student. A second "Packet Pickup" for 3/30/20, will be from 7:30-3:30. Like last time, enter the bus lane from the SW corner of 2nd and Spruce and stay in your car. Someone will come to your car bringing the packet out to you.
Mrs. Schmitz’s class has been working hard at home.
Mrs. LaMarche's first graders not only work hard from home, but they are saying the Pledge of Allegiance each day with Mrs. Wysong and crafting hearts to thank those front line workers.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class had 2 opportunities for virtual field trips hosted by @learnaroundtheworld 1st to learn about the Wright Brothers & 2nd to a coral reef in Indonesia.They met in between on Zoom w/Mrs Tynan& Mrs Bowker to drum & dance. Lots of fun & learning!
Mrs. Reynolds’ class has been on a 3D shape hunt at home!
New employment opportunities are available:
https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
One School - One Book:
PJHS Students-Your reading teachers have put together a read aloud for you to enjoy at home. Use this link to access the file to where you can listen and then participate in a school-wide discussion.
https://bit.ly/pjhsreadaloud
Mrs. Schmitz’s class had a challenge to show ways to prevent the spreading of germs. Alyvia drew a picture to show how to wash your hands, Harrison showed us how to wash, and Meyer showed hand washing and social distancing from his twin sister!🤣
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBs…/viewform
Pick up meals at the PHS between 8-10. If you are on the bus route these meals can be delivered between 8-9. You need to sign up only one time and anyone is eligible
Students in Mrs. Sloan’s class getting creative!!
March 26th, 2020
Dear K- 2 Students & Families,
(PK students teachers are contacting you for information and activities thru dojo- you do not need to come get packets)
1. The K-2 packets of instructional materials that you will need to go along with your assignments for March 31st-April 7th will be available for pickup Monday, March 30th at Washington School. Below, I have outlined the details:
• Kindergarten @ 9:00-10:00;
Grade 1 @ 1030-11:30;
Grade 2 @12:00 -1:00
• In order to make this less crowded, we ask that you follow the schedule, arrive from the south (just like the busses do) and stay in line. (please be patient). By coming in this way, you will be arriving at the back door with your passenger side window toward the building. I will run in and out of the back door to hand you the things that you need. (if you need any additional school supplies, message me on dojo and I will add them to your packet of learning materials)
• If you are unable to come to pick up your packet, send me an email at cwysong@panaschools.com and we will figure out other arrangements, but I would appreciate only having to figure this out for the truly in need- 300 separate arrangements is not an efficient way to do this. (Thank you)
• YOU DO NOT need to return your other work when you come….…. there are things in the first packets that will be needed for the next wave of assignments :0) Watch for guidance from your teacher of which things she wants you to send pictures of.
• If you have more than one student at Washington, please message me (before Monday) in dojo and tell me what time you are coming and I will have all your packets ready to go in one bag!! And if someone else is picking up your children’s packets, let me know that also (with time) and I will put your things with theirs so we can do this in the most efficient way possible….
2. Note: The state has determined that we will be moving from the ‘Act of God’ days to a ‘remote learning’ designation. What does this mean for us? It means that YOU have been doing an awesome job doing your work and asking questions when you need help. It means that WE will continue to support your child’s learning. It also means that we must continue to take attendance based on you picking up assignments and responding (we are aware that you may be doing this outside the ’normal school hours’, that is ok- we will still count you as in attendance if you are responding and turning in work.) This is a new way to teach and to learn for all of us, so please continue to work hard- we do not know at this time how long this will last, and we need to make sure that you are ready to finish the year strong!! This will continue to evolve but is so very, very important in your child being ready for the next grade.
3. Grab and Go meal pickups are currently occurring in the circle drive at the High School and coming on the busses daily from 8:00 -10:00 A.M. If you have not signed up but would like to, please go to www.panaschools.com to sign up. If you have already done this, the list will continue and you do not need to sign up again. *****NO meals (delivery or pick up) and NO instructional assignments will be sent out on dojo for April 9th, 10th or 13th. This is our designated spring break and that cannot be changed on the school calendar, and at this time no changes have been made in dates like the last day of school, High School graduation, etc. There are a lot of ‘wait and see’ things this year.
4. Should the closure extend past the April 7th date, I will provide you with additional information concerning details of plans for another round of instructional materials and how this will continue to evolve. (some of you already have that- just in case)
THANK YOU ALL for your patience and understanding as we navigate this unprecedented time in education. We will continue to communicate via class dojo, email, social media, and Lumen notifications. If you have additional questions, please contact the office at 562-7500. Office hours will remain 7:30AM-3:30PM Monday through Friday.
Sincerely,
Mrs. Wysong
Mrs Patton held individual conferences with Comp kids today about their research papers. Students are doing a wonderful job working on their papers!
PJHS Students and Parents: Please read the following letter carefully for information regarding extended Distance Learning Days.
Mrs. Hrabak's Class shared their signs of Spring pictures and made a 3D shape for math.
Lincoln Elementary ztudents and Families please see the attached letter being shared today with the most up-to-date information regarding our school closure and our next wave of packet pick up procedures for Monday March 30th.
Mrs. Lehn hosted a Google Meet with a few of her students this morning during which we did a virtual show-and-tell! It was so nice seeing and talking to each other!! I sure do miss all of my second grade friends!!
PHS Students & Families,
Please see the attached letter being shared today with the most up to date information regarding our school closure.
Several of Mrs. Lehn's second graders are spreading kindness by creating hearts to hang in their windows to honor and support all the heroes in our wonderful town! Thanks to Ms. Blessman for the great idea!
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Mrs. King has a class meeting for a read aloud!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s kids read a story about a girl going to a beach. Look 👀 who had a picnic “at the beach” 🏖 today.
Mrs Morrell’s Second Graders read a story today about a girl going to the beach for the first time. Of course that means we had to have a picnic lunch at the beach.
Some of Ms Hahnenkamp’s kids went on a virtual field trip to Indonesia to learn about Komodo dragons with #GeoShows. Thanks GeoBrandon for being our guide. And someone in our room was on the top of the Kahoot leader board!
Mrs. Epley had fun catching up with four of her students this morning. They played an indoor scavenger hunt.
Mrs. Smith’s Kindergarteners have been looking for signs of spring, and showing their appreciation for all of our essential workers!
Mrs. Rodman, Mrs. Lehn, Mrs. Morrell, and Ms. Hahnenkamp have a special message for their second friends. ♥️
Mrs. Schmitz’s class is working hard and showing their appreciation for our community workers!
Daily dose of PJHS positivity...the sun is out, the sky is blue, and the grass is green!
Art Challenge for 6-12 Art Students! We may have talked about the color wheel. Please find items that are neutral colors
Black - Brown - White - Gray. See what you find in your house or outside of your house! :)
https://docs.google.com/…/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBs…/viewform
Pick up meals at the PHS between 8-10. If you are on the bus route these meals can be delivered between 8-9. You need to sign up only one time and anyone is eligible
Mrs. Holman challenged Washington School students to make a color wheel out of items they could find around their house. Check out this one by 2nd graders Ryan, Norah, and Lucas! Super cool!! Mrs. Lehn is so proud of you three!
Look how hard these kiddos from Mrs. Lehn's class are working at home! They continue to be "ready to learn" even away from school!
Mrs. Lehn's class has been keeping very busy while learning at home. Several students completed her scavenger hunt challenge and had lots of fun in the process!
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Mrs. Brinkoetter prepares her class for a Social Studies read aloud that is also an AR book!
3/25/20 Wednesday's Spirit Week at Lincoln Elementary will be - Jam in your jammies. Post a picture in Google Classroom jamming to your favorite song in your jammies!
Mrs. Morrell and Ms Hahnenkamp’s classes had a Google Meet today. The kids were able to chat and see each other. The teachers were able to ask questions as a review to check on what the students have been learning. It helps to see our friends!!
Mr. Sanders asked all of his students today on Google Classroom to post a picture of some "off the couch" activity. Click the link to see one that got submitted from the Zoology & Botany class...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NUOk_Zef0ek&feature=youtu.be
I miss my students, but I love that they send me pictures!!
Look what Mrs. Foster has been up to at Lincoln Elementary!
Some PJHS students are creating artwork on their windows so passersby can enjoy!
Mrs. LaMarche is super proud of how hard her students are working at home! Keep up the great work!
Several of Mrs. LaMarche's first graders met in a Google hangout meeting. We celebrated Kaydence's birthday with Koo Koo Kangaroo, and talked about our spelling words. Even Mrs. Wysong joined in on the fun!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
Pick up meals at the PHS between 8-10. If you are on the bus route these meals can be delivered between 8-9. You need to sign up only one time and anyone is eligible
Mrs. Reynolds took the eggs home that her class was hatching. Yesterday they started to hatch! There are 8 fluffy yellow babies!🥚🐣🐥
Lincoln Elementary School
Mrs. Schmitz’s class has been having fun making Gack, doing sand art, and learning about rainbows!
PJHS Spirit Week Day #1-Day 2 is SUPERHERO DAY! Send your pic to Mrs. Ellis at jellis@panaschools.com.
One of our positive posts from Monday during spirit week at Lincoln Elementary from Kenley. Today's activity is wearing favorite sports apparel/post pics of playing any game like Davontae Harris suggested in our shout out to Mackenzie below. https://youtu.be/FATRL4tos1A
Mrs. Crawford tried out a Zoom video chat with some of her students. It was successful and was great to see them virtually! We will be using this more often😁.
Mrs. Crawford’s kids are getting creative and working hard at home! Keep it up! I miss you all!
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
Pick up meals at the PHS between 8-10. If you are on the bus route these meals can be delivered between 8-9. You need to sign up only one time and anyone is eligible
I hope everyone is staying safe and warm! A reminder for Grab & Go lunches:
Pick up is at the High School Circle Drive from 8 - 10 am. Bussed meals will be delivered between 8 & 9 am.
Anyone age 3 to 18 is eligible to sign up no matter what school or their household income. You need to sign up only one time:
Form is here: https://bit.ly/grabgolunch20
Mrs. Rodman’s kids have been working very hard on their daily lessons. They are also having a lot of fun doing extra projects such as: Science and cooking with their parents, making a journal just like Junie B., and reading their favorite books.
Mrs. Morrell’s class finished their Iditarod Unit by answering questions about their musher they followed and doing a STEM project. They did a great job creating a dog sled.
Davontae Harris NFL cornerback for the Denver Broncos and former ISU college football player, gives an encouraging shout out to Mackenzie Harris and Lincoln Elementary as we go through social distancing together! (CameoVideoShoutouts n Tammy Grotts)
https://youtu.be/FATRL4tos1A
Family Art Challenge....make a color wheel from things around your house!! Post your color wheel!!
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Mrs. Maxedon shares pictures of her say with her kiddos!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class was asked to post pictures of what makes them happy.
Mrs. Schmitz’s class is working so hard at home!
When school has to happen at home, some parents get really creative. Blakey had to avoid “laser beams” while walking down her hallway. What a fun P. E. activity!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class is working hard. Lots of reading and math happening at home.
Pick up meals at the PHS between 8-10. If you are on the bus route these meals can be delivered between 8-9. You need to sign up only one time and anyone is eligible. https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
The 6th graders have been studying diaries and writing in a daily diary. Liberty Law recorded a video sharing one of her diary entries and diary writing tips for her classmates! We will keep recording history!
These kids from Ms Hahnenkamp’s class are showing off their art work and looking for signs of spring. So excited to see them learning at home! Thanks parents for helping me continue to teach your kids during this time.
These kids from Ms Hahnenkamp’s class are showing off their art work and looking for signs of spring. So excited to see them learning at home! Thanks parents for helping me continue to teach your kids during this time.
Ms Hahnenkamp had a great time catching up with her students today. Ms Blessman and Mrs Morrell also joined. Thankful for technology bringing us together!
Mrs Patton met with her Intro to Lit class to discuss times to meet and discuss Hamlet.
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Mrs. Matthews, our Title Math teacher connects with Mrs. Sloan's class
Hey Lincoln Learners! Let's keep each others spirits up and have some fun this week!!
Attention PJHS...let's have a little fun this week! Show your spirit!
Make sure to tune in to the Lincoln Elementary YouTube page each day for morning announcements with Mrs. Millburg!
Lincoln Elementary will be handing out a second round of packets on the 30th. More details to come as that date gets closer.
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Mrs. Sloan uses Google Meets as a way to have class meetings!
Please see the latest information from Superintendent Bauer concerning school closings and safety measures from Governor Pritzker.
Mrs. Morrell’s Nearpod lesson for today was about spring. The students were then asked to go outside and look for the signs that spring is here. They drew pictures of what they observed in their art books for our Afternoon Activity.
Mrs. Rodman loves getting pictures of all her students working! Today’s pictures include: a baby sister working with her big brother, a cat watching Mystery Science, a Lego project, and fun with our phonics books:)
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Ms Burrus embeds her self to interact during instruction time!
There is so much E-Learning going on at Lincoln Elementary. The teachers and students have embraced technology like champions! Mrs. Epley using jamboard for discussion groups!
So proud of my kids (and their parents/home educators) for working so hard at home! Here’s some photos of Mrs. Crawford’s kids being responsible and having some fun with distance learning!
A few of Mrs. LaMarche's first graders got a chance to say hello to each other today using Google hangout! It was so great to see each other and chat for a few minutes! Thanks to Amanda Skinner and Scott Savage for showing us how!
Here's a couple more kiddos reading!
Mrs. Cross' kiddos are still working hard on these E-Learning Days!
Mrs. Epley encouraged her students to make a fort and read in it. Ben decided to listen to a video I uploaded so he can hear the latest chapter of the read aloud we had started at school. Good for him!
A lot of things may have stopped, but not our learning! Way to go kids! Mrs. Jones is so proud of you! 🥰
Drake is hard at work on his phonics. Samantha has been taking the daily challenge and Natalie is writing some key details about zebras.
Be sure to check out the counselor website for additional resources! https://sites.google.com/a/panaschools.com/phs-counselor/
Pana CUSD #8 teachers participating in technology training this morning. We have the most innovative and dedicated teachers!
I want to be sure you are aware of the free internet access opportunities from AT&T, Spectrum, and Comcast. ISBE has listed these opportunities at www.isbe.net/keeplearning.
Thanks to our class's special book sponsors, Mrs. LaMarche's first grade students are still reading at home! They are enjoying one of their very own books, "Party Pigs."
See the Lincoln Elementary morning announcements for 3-20-30 today! https://youtu.be/53EEzYsBcUQ
Mrs. Morrell’s Afternoon Activity was to build a reading fort to read in. Check out how cool their forts are.
Mrs. Schmitz’s class enjoyed watching a video of her reading aloud a story today. Even Harrison’s bearded dragon, Gray, turned his head and watched!
A couple of Mrs. Hrabak’s Kids working hard on math and the letter Jj.
Mrs. Smith is enjoying pictures of her kids working on letters, songs, and Math! Keep working hard!
Students in Business and Technology have been using Nearpod this week to learn what it takes to become a CEO
PHS Agriculture classes...please check Google classroom as Mr. Wood and Mrs. Perry uploaded lessons there. If you need a hard copy packet please let the office know as they have them available. Stay safe!
Mrs. King got a picture of a friend reading his AR book!
Parents: Take a moment to complete this 2-question survey regarding Home Internet Access.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdgXEs3ucz7G5I77Llw9mUv-4k3OyToOXyiCVENxFp9XRt3HA/viewform
FYI for parents and the community
Please complete your US Census by April 1st. See the information below:
Hey Lincoln Learners! Go to the link below to view the Lincoln Elementary YouTube Channel. Mrs. Millburg will be posting morning announcements and fun videos for you. Be sure to subscribe to the channel to see all the videos to come.
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uTbdknDrD_0
Mrs. Morrell’s Second Graders had a fun afternoon activity today. They watched a video teaching them how to draw a leprechaun. They did amazing!!!
Reminder: Parents, if you would like to participate in the "Grab and Go" lunch, you only need to fill out the form below once.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
Check out these leprechaun traps made by Mrs. Morrell’s Second Graders today! 🍀
Mrs. Rodman’s students tried to catch that Leprechaun 🍀 today! It was a fun day of communicating with students and parents!
Ms Hahnenkamp & some of her students wearing their green today. We didn’t want to get pinched by a leprechaun 🍀.
Here are more of Ms Hahnenkamp’s students with their pot of gold towers. Great job!
If you have been unable to pick up your packets at Lincoln Elementary School they are still available for pick up anytime between 7:45-3:30. Ring the doorbell at the SW entrance and we will bring them to the door.
Parents: Consolidated Communications is offering two free months of internet for students. Please see the info below for more details:
It appears those mischievous leprechauns aren’t happy that school has been closed. Look 👀 at the message they left Ms Hahnenkamp’s students. Watch out families! They are trying to find you.
Delivery service load up! Shout out to the meal preppers and deliverers!
Media students were asked to document how this shutdown has affected their lives. My favorite submission so far today!
If you were unable to get your packets at Lincoln Elementary School on Monday, they are still available for pick up anytime between 7:45-3:30. Ring the doorbell at the SW entrance and we will bring them to the door.
Ms Hahnenkamp is thrilled to see so many students sending pictures of their Pot of Gold Towers!They may be home, but they are still learning. Keep it up!She also loves seeing those smiling faces!Thanks parents for being involved.We are truly working as a TEAM! #learningisfun
PHS Counselor Connection
PJHS students are rocking Distance Learning this morning! It is so amazing to see students learning and giving their best work! Keep it up PJHS! Your teachers are so proud of you and we are here for you!
Ms Hahnenkamp would like to thank Save-A-Lot for donating bags to put our student learning packets in yesterday. Please say thanks to them next time you go shopping. Also thanks to everyone who came and picked up the packets for my students. It’s great to see everyone working together so our students can continue to learn during this time. Pana proud!
Happy St. Patrick's Day!!
Hope you are able to catch a Leprechaun today....
We were able to accommodate students’ needs with ease today. The staff was amazing at preparing. We are sad to say, “See you soon,” but we hope that’s the truth. Stay safe and healthy! Keep learning!
Thanks to everyone who was able to pick things up today and will be ready to start in the morning.... dojo for help if you need it and stay healthy!!
Teachers will be available from 8:15-1:15 daily to answer questions and will be away from their dojo and email after that time to continue to plan activities to keep your kiddos brains engaged.
If you were unable to come today, call the office (562-7500) to make arrangements.
Mrs. Hrabak’s class would like to thank Pana Save A Lot for donating bags to Washington School. We appreciate how you always support our local schools!!!
Talk about a well oiled machine!! Here at Lincoln school we are getting those packets out faster than McDonald’s drive up!! It was all hands on deck and everyone was part of the team. I could not be more proud of our staff!
Great job guys #gumby
We saw tons of high school students show up this afternoon to pick up materials. If anyone is still needing materials please call the office to arrange pickup. Students don't forget to check Google Classroom and email your teacher with any questions you may have!
Mrs. Morrell’s Second Grade would like to thank Pana Save A Lot for donating bags to Washington School. We appreciate how you always support our local schools!!!
Good Morning!
The doors at Washington School will be unlocked beginning at 1:15 to pick up the materials and packets.... that said, due to the CDC recommendation for social distancing we respectfully ask:
1. Leave extra kiddos at home... the fewest possible people in your party-the better.
2. This will be a grab and go. Your packet will be in the hallway outside the classroom door. Teachers and assistants will be there to guide you. Though we love you all, please get in and out as quickly as possible and use dojo and email for communication.
3. Use the QR code posted on the door to sign up for meals. Additional packets will be distributed using this system (bus or pick up) as well. Our packets will go out weekly but the assignments will be pushed out to you on dojo daily.
4. If you know someone who is not on dojo and has questions, please give them the school phone number and have them call me. 562-7500.
5. Take time to read to your kiddos, ENJOY THEM! They will be grown and gone before you know it.... make this a special family time to help eliminate their fears in this difficult time.
Mrs. Wysong
All PHS Introduction to Art Students are learning and discovering the Pop Art movement. Here are some example projects on display outside of the Art Room! Pop Art focuses on mass media & culture. Here are great examples of those :) #PopArt #Artworks #Coolstuff
Meals (breakfast and lunch grab and go) will be available for pickup beginning 3/17 from 8-10am. So we can get an accurate count, please be sure to fill out the Google Form at
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
What better way to relax today and listen to children's book author, Dan Gutman, as he hosts a FB live read aloud this afternoon. His books are favorites...especially among the 3-5 grades.
More information follows below:
https://twitter.com/DanGutmanBooks/status/1239514933999669248?s=19
Attention Parents of Lincoln Elementary Students: Packet and Supply pickup for today Monday 3/16/20 will be from 1:00-3:30. We are currently working on how we will make all of this work. More information will be coming once we have the details in order.
Lincoln Elementary Distance Learning Letter For Parents and Guardians
The details of the pick up tomorrow will be posted here and on dojo tomorrow after the teacher meeting. Thank you for your patience and understanding. Stay tuned!!
Parents and Guardians,
As you are aware, due to a desire to slow the spread of COVID-19 (and other virus’) social distancing is recommended by the CDC (centers for disease control) and school has been cancelled for tomorrow. We are not scheduled to return until March 31. With this announcement, we have been working on plans for:
1. Learning packets and supplies for students- and how to get those to you
2. A plan of how you can reach your child’s teacher to get help if you have questions (for each building)
3. Food distribution for anyone who needs/wants it for their child/children
We have developed a “Distance Learning” experience for your students that will provide meaningful assignments beyond simple busy work. Distance Learning is obviously not going to replace the engagement with a teacher in a classroom, but it will provide the necessary review and practice to help kids skills stay sharp and to avoid a loss in learning. Our Distance Learning experiences are not digital at this level - we do not have devices like the Jr. High and High School students, however, some links to web sites will be provided as extra learning activities that kids can do if you choose to once their assigned tasks are completed. We want pencil and paper and learning engagement BEYOND a screen. This is the best way for young children to learn and reinforce skills.
Learning packets and supplies may be picked up at Washington School after 1:00 and before 3:30 on Monday. If you are unable to do this, please call the school (562-7500) and we will make other arrangements for you. There are 3 important pieces of information on the panaschools web site. Please go there to view them. They include:
1. A memo stating about no school tomorrow and the inclusive dates
2. A letter from Mr. Bauer
3. Information about signing up to get breakfast and lunch for your children who attend Washington School and a sign up link so we can ensure that we have enough meals.
Our Plan: Once you have picked up your learning packet (or made other arrangements with the office to get it), each morning your child’s teacher will send you a list of the activities on DoJo that they would like your child to complete during their learning day. (If you are not on DoJo you may receive this list through email or by calling the office or emailing the teacher asking for the code to join the DoJo).You are asked to ‘like’ or respond in some way each day so she knows that you have received the information. This will ensure that everyone is getting what they need.
Your child’s teacher will monitor DoJo from 8:15-1:15 each day and will also be available to answer questions via email. We are aware that parent work hours may interfere with the 8:15-1:15 time frame so students may be 1 day behind. This is not a concern for us as the material is intended to be for practice daily and to reinforce and keep skills sharp- you will NOT be expected to help them with new material that your student has never seen before. All assigned material are skills your child needs to practice and commit to memory as appropriate. (math facts/activities, sight words, phonics practice, etc.) If you have questions, and are working outside the 8:15-1:15 time frame, send a message and you will get an answer the next day. We will continue this process as long as we are out of school, and additional material may be shared with you as we move forward so keep an eye on DoJo and the panaschools web site for the most up to date information.
Thank you for all your patience and understanding as we navigate this unprecedented time in education. We will continue to communicate with you as new information becomes available. Please contact me at Washington school if you have additional questions.
Mrs. Wysong
PJHS Students and Parents, please carefully read this information regarding the mandated school closing. Thank you!
Parents/Guardians: From March 17 - 30th, Pana CUSD plans to offer a free "grab and go" breakfast and lunch option to ALL PK-12 students.
Students who are not on a bus route can pick up breakfast/lunch at TWO locations: the PJHS Circle Drive OR the PHS Circle Drive each day between 8:00 am - 10:00 am. Students who are currently on a bus route will have lunches delivered during this time.
It is imperative that we have an accurate count for lunches! Please complete the following survey each day before 7:00 am.
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd6nwNv6Dut20hbBsGVRgo-dmw2HCPgmXWSEfrlIIxUAsuptw/viewform
Parents and Students: Please see the most updated information as provided by Superintendent Bauer.
Attention Parents & Students: All Pana CUSD #8 schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, March 16th.
All teachers and staff will report to their respective buildings.
More information will be available on e-learning and food options via the website.
Please see the attached memo on school closing and upcoming dates:
Parents: Please take a moment to read the following letter from Superintendent Bauer. Please note the dates of closing will be Tuesday, March 17 through March 30. The first day students will resume normal schedules will be Tuesday, March 31st.
Drew Bland from The Zone was a guest speaker at PJHS today for the 5K class. He spoke about maintaining motivation and even led the kids, teachers, and Mrs. Ellis in a workout!
Having some fun with our Smartboard lessons this week in Mrs. Crawford’s class!
PJHS PBL egg drop champions!
Parents and Students: There will be a 3-hour early dismissal on Monday, March 16th. The Governor announced all public & private schools will be closed Tuesday, March 17th, through Monday, March 30th. More information on distance learning will be sent out next week.
Writing on tables?!?! Mrs. Gardner’s 7th grade math students used the white board tables in the ICEBox today to collaborate in solving problems.
Please see the attached message from the superintendent:
Butter making in Intro to Ag today!
PJHS is looking for some energetic parent volunteers to help with an upcoming assembly! If you are interested, click on the link for more information!
https://forms.gle/nz58DkKksfZs6d5p6
Mrs. Crawford’s class loves doing Write-the-Rooms! It looks like Gavyn has found one! This one helped us practice greater than/less than/equal to.
Mrs. Schmitz’s class enjoyed a dilly bar treat. Our class had the highest attendance rate for the month of February!
Sports Booster Fundraiser
We need a few more teams to fill out both time slots. Come out for a fun night of bowling.
http://bit.ly/2SnsW11
The PHS Student Council is selling popcorn and pastries to raise funds for next year. See a member today to order! Orders and money due 3/20.
Mrs. Epley’s class enjoyed weaving placemats after learning how the Navajo were master weavers.
Mrs. Epley’s class enjoyed weaving placemats after learning how the Navajo were master weavers.
A STEM project in Mrs. King’s Science class today. Students had to build a leprechaun out of 2 pipe cleaners, and create a trap to capture him. We had some really great ideas!!
John and Vivian Anderson from Distress Bandanna were guest speakers in our Driver Education classes today.
Congratulations to Lane Perry on breaking the school record for hang cleans with a lift of 285 lbs.
This week at PJHS...congrats to the February SOMs Jessica Vaughn, Logan Sims, Belle Anderson, Dillan Hocq, Drake McNeely, and Kennedy Bowker; Clayton Taylor and Jeremiah Cravens signed the Wall of Fame; and the 7th grade class won the ice cream sandwich pop up party for using their chrome books responsibly. Way to represent PJHS!
The Jr. High Scholastic Book Fair is March 16-20.
We will be open on Wednesday, March 18, from 12:30-3:30 p.m. during Parent/Teacher Conferences.
Here is the link for parent volunteers to sign up to work:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1k8dfnbI1FpX9VyVZv1Cx5lU2DGZy8DzjPb1xS-9EVH4/edit
Thank you to the Ag in the Classroom program. Mrs. Schmitz’s class got to be scientists today. We learned about why soil is important and searched for items hidden in their soil containers using tweezers and magnifying glasses.
Mrs. LaMarche's 1st grade class had fun being soil scientists today! We found bugs, sand, leaves, sticks, and rocks in our soil! A big thanks goes to Ms. Livingston and the Ag in the Classroom program!
Do you like green eggs and ham? Mrs Morrell’s Second Grade class found out today. They were challenged to find the 50 different words Dr. Seuss used in his book.
Friday afternoon had Ms Hahnenkamp’s class collaborating during reading-recounting story event and author’s purpose. They rocked it!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class has enjoyed having so many others come in to teach us about OrganWise, self-control & coping skills, reducing our trash, and big machines on the farm. Wow, it’s been a busy week!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class began the day with a Would You Rather activity and defending their choice.
Technology Day in First Grade with Mrs. Jones! Students got to use robots in the classroom. A few 2nd graders visited to teach us! We ended the day with some robot creations of our own!
Mrs. Crawford’s class had a great Technology Day! We went on a virtual field trip undersea in a submarine, created robots out of recycled materials, and learned how to control real robots! Thank you Mrs. Hannenkamp for letting us borrow 2 experts to teach us how to use them! 🤖
Students in Sloan/Metzger 4th grade co-taught math were able to understand fractions using fraction manipulatives purchased by the district through the “In the Trenches” program!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class had a busy morning. They were math detectives working to solve The Great Zoo Escape. They had to do math problems to solve secret codes. We had so much fun!
The cast will be looking for you in the audience tonight at Godspell! Tonight and Tomorrow at 7pm in the PJHS auditorium!
Mrs. Beyers' English class got to use their creative side today. We just finished reading the play Arsenic and Old Lace and the students were able to make avatars of what they thought the characters looked like.
Reminder: Daylight Savings Time Begins Sunday, March 8th. Spring those clocks forward 1 hour!
It was Green Eggs and Ham day
Practice self-control using bubbles! Thanks Miss Blessman for the fun activity! Mrs. Crawford’s class LOVED doing this.
The Comp 2 students finished their “Lucy” projects.
Having fun with math in Mrs. Schmitz’s class!
Mrs. Rodman’s class enjoyed a visit from Miss Livingston for Ag in the Classroom. They learned about farm equipment and safety. They also had a short lesson about a 3D printer.
Mrs. Reynolds’ class was visited by our Ag in the Classroom friend, Ms. Livingston. She taught us how to be soil scientists. We found bugs, sand, sticks, leaves, and rocks in our soil samples!
Mrs. Reynolds’ class was visited by our Ag in the Classroom friend, Ms. Livingston. She taught us how to be soil scientists. We found bugs, sand, sticks, leaves, and rocks in our soil samples!
Do you like green eggs and ham? Mrs. Reynolds’ class found out that we LOVE it!
It’s OOBLECK DAY in Mrs. Morrell’s Second Grade Class. The students enjoyed doing a sink or float science experiment with Oobleck!
Mrs. Rodman’s class was so happy to see Miss Blessman today! She taught us about self-control and coping skills.
PJHS PBL egg drop winners.
Health classes helping reduce spreading germs around school.
3rd hour health class learned about ways to reduce the risk of getting sick. So we decided to do our part. Classes were seen around the school cleaning locks, railings, tables, key boards and the weight room.
The cast and crew of Godspell are ready for opening night! Come out and see us tonight, Friday, or Saturday. All shows at 7pm!
Please see the attached message from our Superintendent:
Hat Day in honor of Dr. Seuss week in Mrs. Hrabak’s Class. Our second grade buddies reading a Dr. Seuss book to us.
Look at all these authors and illustrators! We’ve officially published our very own book! Mrs. Crawford’s class is super proud of ourselves for working so hard researching, writing, rewriting, and illustrating all parts of our “How Dinosaurs Became Extinct” book! #studenttreasurespublishing
Mrs. Morrell‘s second grade class had a WACKY WEDNESDAY!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class is working on a robot project. We have been learning about technology.
Jaylen and Mr. Wood were color twinning today.
3rd Hour PHS Intro to Art students are working on an Architecture unit.
Today was the project fair.
Check out the building projects!
Godspell Opens Thursday! Come on out and see our show!
Mrs. Morrell’s Second Grade is celebrating Hop on Pop day in their room with many fun activities. They enjoyed ending the day by reading a Dr. Seuss book to their Kindergarten Buddies and bingo!
Dr. Seuss Read Across America Week. Today was One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish Day! We sorted and graphed color goldfish crackers.
Celebrating February's PBIS Character Trait at Lincoln Elementary. These students showed fairness in the classroom! Way to go!
What is YOUR favorite Dr. Seuss story???
Mrs. Schmitz’s class drew The Cat in the Hat in honor of Read Across America Day!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class drew The Cat in the Hat in honor of Read Across America Day!
It was sock day in kindergarten to celebrate Dr.Seuss’ Fox In Socks. Mrs Reynolds’ class had a dance party in our socks!
5th grade STEM projects about Empathy. The students had to read the problem and build something that would allow the person to be successful and included with their peers. These students are so thoughtful and creative!
Proud to be public school teachers!
Mrs. Morrell’s Second Grade Class is celebrating Dr. Seuss this week. They are kicking off with Fox in Socks day! 🦊🧦📚
Liz Hagar from the Illinois Secretary of State office was here today to share information about Organ and Tissue Donation to our Driver Education Classes today.
5th grade students from Lincoln Elementary enjoyed a Field Trip to The Abraham Lincoln Museum in Springfield.
We are thankful for our retired teachers during Public Schools Week!!
Singing and dancing with our friends
Singing 'We are Thankful for Pana Schools'!!
Pana Schools
Public Schools Week!!
Our 'Specials!!"
PJHS added 6 more students to the Wall of Fame this week for accomplishing goals, helping others, and showing kindness! We are proud of you!
Friday fries with Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. Sowarsh to celebrate a good week! 😋
On Fridays we cheer-spell our spelling words before our test in Mrs. Crawford’s class! High, middle, & low letters. Low letters are our favorite to cheer:)
"At its core, Godspell is about forming a community"
Godspell opens Thursday March 5th and runs through Saturday March 7th. All shows are at 7pm. Tickets are $5 for students and $7 dollars for adults. Come join in our community and enjoy our show!
Student tweeter #2 showing Ms Hahnenkamp’s class learning how to drum by echoing Mrs Tynan. #PublicSchoolsWeek2020 #PublicSchoolProud
Orange and blue to celebrate our great school!!
#PublicSchoolWeek2020
#PublicSchoolProud
Working in the STEM lab on original designs in Tinkercad. Some AMAZING 3D designs coming soon!!
The Pana FFA has been busy this week! With it being National FFA week they kicked it off with Bright Futures day and wore hats and shades to school. Tuesday was Camo day. Wednesday they had a community breakfast and today was drive your tractor to school day. Stay tuned for pictures of tomorrow with it being Farmer Day.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class has been learning about habitats. Today they toured the forest floor of the rain forest with a 360 video. They love being able to control what they see on the screen. They found a few animals that call it home & learned that we can get medicine from there.
Mrs. Smith’s Kindergarten class had fun learning about ABC order. We practiced with our letter tiles. #PublicSchoolsWeek2020 #PublicSchoolProud
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class loves the Nearpod lesson on alliteration! Lots of engagement by all.
Our first attempt at using Nearpod was a success! Mrs. Crawford’s class got the hang of it so quickly and had a great time learning about apostrophes in contractions! #PublicSchoolsWeek2020
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class having fun in PE. Public schools teach the whole student-mind and body. #PublicSchoolsWeek2020 #PublicSchoolProud
Mrs. Hrabak’s Kindergarten class are having reading buddy time.
#PublicSchoolsWeek2020
#PublicSchoolsProud
Students in Media have been busy in the STEM lab this week!
Thank you Mr. Crawford for taking time to speak to our Business and Technology class this week.
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Just a reminder that today is a scheduled half day and school will dismiss at 12:00.
Drumming with friends and Mrs Tynan during music class. #PublicSchoolsWeek2020 Ms Hahnenkamp’s class has the beat!
Reviewing for our math test the Kahoot way in Mrs. Crawford’s class! Here’s our Kahoot winners:
#PublicSchoolsWeek2020
PJHS 6th Grade Art Students are using the I.C.E. Box Technology room today for their Stop Motion video creations with their Chromebooks!
Come out for a fun night of bowling on March 14!
http://bit.ly/2SnsW11
Biology students are reinforcing their understanding of the stages of mitosis by constructing flipbooks of the process.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s kids choosing a new book to exercise their mind, then exercising their bodies in PE. #PublicSchoolsWeek2020 #publicSchools educate minds and bodies
ATTENTION PARENTS! The YMCA will not be hosting Pana Schools this Wednesday (2/26/20). Our next YMCA after school program will be March 18th.
Place value is tough, but these kids are rocking it!
PJHS is trying out the 3D printers in the I.C.E Box STEM lab.
Reminder for the week: Wednesday, February 26th, is a half-day school improvement day. All schools will dismiss 3 hours early.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class tweeter of the day is showing the class at library this week and one of their favorite books.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class loves to go to music with Mrs Tynan! Dancing and drumming are so much fun!
Mrs Holman has been teaching about functional and non-functional art. These are the projects that Ms Hahnenkamp’s class created. Are they functional or non-functional? The tweeter of the day took these pictures of what they do in art class.
All of third grade doing a RAK for Brewin’ Hope Coffeeshop. We decorated the cardboard holders that go on the outside of their coffee cups. ❤️
Congratulations to Marshall Pierce and Jacen Stout who signed the Wall of Fame this week for being responsible students!
Foods & Nutrition classes made a memory match game to help learn what to look for and what to avoid when choosing fresh vegetables.
Hockey season has officially started. A great 1st day of games.
Pana FFA would like to invite you to breakfast on Wednesday the 26th from 6:30am to 8:00am. We will be serving at the Pana Ag Dept. Menu includes biscuits and gravy, pancakes, sausage, juice, milk, and coffee. Please comment below or rsvp to bwood@panaschols.com or to eperry@panaschools.com. The public is invited to come and help us celebrate National FFA Week!
Hockey season has officially started. A great 1st day of games.
The 6th grade class had some fun with the date of 2/20/2020. They took a historic picture capturing 2:20 P.M. on 2/20/2020!
Mr. Pierce's resource classes have been experimenting with virtual reality headsets.
Foods & Nutrition class cooks fried rice after learning all about grains!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class did their first Fish Bowl Circle today. The kids gave Ms Hahnenkamp suggestions on what to do when she feels sad. Many great ideas were shared.
The horticulture class started some Kale and Swiss Chard today. We will see which ones germinate better, the ones in the greenhouse or those in the germinator.
Lincoln School hosted Grandparent Bingo on 2/14. The students enjoyed playing BINGO with their grandparents. A 3rd 4th n 5th grade grandparent was awarded with a basket of free items for a night out in Pana. Student prizes were earned for Bingo's and 3 lucky students won a Monopoly board game. A special thanks goes out to all the grandparents, Lincoln staff, Mr. Bauer, Mr. Malisia, Mr. Metzger, and Mr. Donahue for making the event run smoothly. Also thanks to The Roseland Theater, McDonald's, Casey's, and Pizzaman for donations to our event. All of your support made the event successful!
Working on hockey skills. 1st games are Friday.
During L.E.A.D. today at Lincoln Elementary, students worked on STEMpathy projects focusing on the word of the week (sympathy). They were given a scenario and a problem to solve using Legos. They then shared with the class.
This group of students from Ms Hahnenkamp’s class were working with the Gizmo and Gadget set. They used their prior knowledge from the circuit set to help them. They are ready to try and make a car.
Yesterday Ms Hahnenkamp’s class went on a virtual field trip to see the monuments and memorials or Washington, D. C. Thanks to Geo Brandon the host of the GEO Show!
PJHS students competed in the Young Artist Showcase (Decatur, Illinois) back in January. These three ladies placed third in their categories and made the top 200 artwork respectively. Congratulations! #Artwork #Winners
Join the PHS counseling department on Thursday, Feb. 27th to talk about student course requests for next year.
The senior class is selling custom shirts as a fundraiser. The front has “Senior World,” and the back has “20” on it with senior signatures. If parents/seniors are interested, please email apatton@panaschools.com. Mrs Patton will give further instructions. Orders must be turned in by this Friday at 3:30.
We love when the Ag Lady comes to visit!
Fractions on a Number Line
Third grade science snowflake STEM activity.
Third grade science snowflake STEM activity.
Reminder for the week: NO SCHOOL on Monday, February 17th, for Presidents' Day.
Mrs. Reynolds’ class enjoyed math and games with candy hearts today!
Mrs. smith’s class had a great Valentine’s Day. We did candy heart math, read our valentines, and had some sweet treats.
Watch for more creations in the classroom posts!
More creative boxes seen in the hallway at the end of the day!
More Creative projects!
Some super creative kiddos projects spotted today in the hallway..... Keep an eye out for more project posts
Get ready Pana, the Spring Semester Classroom Driver Education just got their certificates for their drivers permits. Don't they look excited!!!!
These students in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class were greeting others in the morning. Its puts a smile on everyone’s face!
Circle time today in Ms Hahnenkamp’s room had students telling what “love is” to them.
Classmates recognizing other classmates in Ms Hahnenkamp’s room for being a good friend, being polite, and taking turns. Great job!
Happy Valentine’s Day from Mrs. Jones and her first grade class!💕
Circle time today in May Hahnenkamp’s class found Students talking about what “love is” is to them.
Today’s St tweeter captured some of our Valentine boxes.
Happy Valentine’s Day from Ms Hahnenkamp’s sweethearts!
Happy Valentine’s Day from Mrs. Crawford’s cuties! ❤️
Mrs. Watson's Media class had a lot of fun in the STEM lab today!
Future Business Leaders collected close to 100 items to donate to the Giving Closet!! Love this group of kids!!
These PJHS Wall of Famers demonstrated helpfulness to adults and peers this week. We are proud of you Cole File, Desteni Christian, Shaelynn Woolard, and Jocelynn Weber!
Congrats to the PJHS Students of the Month for January: Noah Weeden, Claire Osborn, Haley Hocq, Bianca Rochkes, Dallas Lewis, and Griffin Vits. PJHS is proud of the students you are!
PHS Art Sudents wish you a Happy Valentine's Day! Students chose to create a Valentine's Day Card for today's art creation project.
The Horticulture class is ready to start germinating seeds!
We have been working hard in Photoshop this week making cards for Valentine's Day!
PJHS Panther Den students helping out with the after school food program at the Methodist Church.
Sports Booster Bowling Fundraiser- Come out and enjoy a night of bowling! Click the link below to see the form and return it to the high school or contact Ashley. http://bit.ly/2SnsW11
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class is learning about parts of a plant & what living things need to survive. Today they planted seeds (different herbs) to care for and watch grow. They will document their journey. They’re hoping to share the herbs with our cooks. Thanks to the ‘In the Trenches’ grant for our plant stand & grow lights!
Freshman Boys Basketball game tonight (at Hillsboro) has been postponed until next Thursday, Feb. 20th.
The Comp kids are participating in an extracurricular activity: drawing images from the “Lucy in the Sky with Diamonds” by the Beatles. By exploring music, students are able to apply their knowledge to poetry that will be read later in the unit.
On Wednesdays ALL PHS Art students complete a sketchbook drawing prompt. Featured today are the 4th Hour Painting students. The prompt is to recreate a still life of six art materials found in the classroom.
We are busy writing out Valentines for our pen pals at the nursing home.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class is working on cursive and practicing their math facts using XtraMath.
Mrs Hahnenkamp’s class did a mystery location Skype this morning with a 3rd grade class from Maine. They were so excited to see Mr Bauer today so he could be a part of our circle time.
Pana Police Department shared some valuable information about online scams with Mrs. Watson's Media class today. Thank you Pana PD for all that you do to help keep us safe!
Sophomores and juniors had the opportunity to visit the OKAW vocational center. Students were in awe of the facility and are excited to take classes there next year!
A special thank you to Brian Sims from Sloan Implement for visiting Mrs. Watson's Business and Technology class today!
Blood Drive
A sign of Spring!!!
When you have a birthday and your mom is the teacher, shenanigans happen!
Weekly Kahoot in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class focused on counting money. Look 👀 who was on the podium! Kids love ❤️ our long Monday because they know it’s Kahoot and Mystery Doug day.
First grade had some visitors from Scoville Zoo today! Check out some of them in Mrs. Crawford’s class👇🏼
What a great addition to our staff. Since the beginning of the year Miss Blessman has provided services for 268 individuals, 19 small groups, 134 classroom lessons and18 all school assemblies We value her service and honored her last week during National School Counselor Week.
The AG lady came to visit our classroom on Friday.
Learning all about unit fractions with doughnuts.
What a great representation of our school. Way to go guys! #panapride
Yearbooks are on sale!
The 100th day of school!!
Today for Fun Friday, Mrs. Crawford’s class read to some of the preschoolers! We had a great time! Thanks Mrs. Ginger for letting us visit!
Happy School Counselor Week!!
Celebrating 100’s day writing about what we would want a 100 of and something we would never want 100 of. These kids said 100 Ms Hahnenkamp’s! Oh my! Fun to see what they write.
Weekly Kahoot was a review on what learned about Martin Luther King, JR in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class
Students worked so hard Monday morning in Ms Hahnenkamp’s room that they stopped and did a Little 1-2-3 brain break.
Mrs. Crawford’s class had a great 💯 Day! We are 100 days smarter! 🧠
Kindergarten enjoyed their 100th day of school!!
PHS Painting students show off their Analogous Tape paintings! Here is a reveal and an example of a couple of Senior students artwork:
A little 1-2-3 brain break this Monday morning in May Hahnenkamp’s class. Students have been working hard today.
The Class of 2020 is sponsoring a blood drive on February 11th. Along with giving the gift of life, seniors can potentially win a scholarship! Any adult friend or family member who donates can name a senior and that senior will be entered into a drawing for the scholarship. Please consider helping our community and seniors!
Attention PHS Families--we need your input to plan for the upcoming school year. Please take a moment and fill out our annual 5 Essentials survey. A huge shout out to those of you who have already taken the time to do so. Parents, please be aware that if you have students at multiple schools within the district we ask that you submit one for each building. The link can be found here:
https://survey.5-essentials.org/illinois/?target_name=parent
Pana FFA is attending the 212 Leadership Conference today!
Due to inclement weather, there will be no school today, Thursday, February 6th. Stay safe and warm.
Come out for a TACO SALAD SUPPER and support Pana Music Boosters and Senior Night Girls Basketball on Thursday February 6, 2020. They will be serving Taco Salads catered by Pana Community Hospital from 5:30-7pm or until sold out. Donations accepted. Thank you!
It maybe cold outside but in the gym we are warming it up with Indiaca ball. A combination of badminton and volleyball.
Attention Parents & Students:
All schools will be dismissed today at 1 pm due to inclement weather. See the bus schedule below:
1:00 Washington and Lincoln Cross town
1:05 Walkers Lincoln and Washington
1:10 Bus Students
1:18 Jr. High
1:20 High School
Come out and help support the Pana Sports Boosters during the CAKE AUCTION on Thursday February 6, 2020 during Half-Time of the Varsity Girls Basketball game Senior Night! See you there!
PHS Art Club meets on Tuesdays & Thursdays after school. Today we tried pour painting and it was a success! Note: make sure you have clean up supplies! Its messy but fun! #Creative #PHSArtClub #Paintingdifferently
Petty Officer Rocha discussing Nuclear Energy and educational opportunities in the Navy with the Pre-Calculus, Accelerated Algebra 1, Algebra 3, and Calculus students.
Thanks to Coaches Ron Sims and Al Stupek for talking to our 4th n 5th grade students about the upcoming helmet fitting day on Sat 2/8/20 @ the Jr High Gym at 9:00 a.m.
PJHS 7th and 8th Graders also ventured outdoors to create drawings from view. Art is also created outside of the classroom.
Our Fun Friday Kahoot winners! These boys know their fact families like the back of their hand! Check out their celebratory dance moves😄
Mrs.Blessman has been working with students as they find their "WORD" of focus in 2020!!
PJHS 6th grade Art Students went outside today 2/3/2020 to draw from the outdoors.
Intro to Ag enjoyed the warm weather and had an alternative educational environment today.
The horticulture class made their presentations today.
Attention all 4th and 5th grade students @ Lincoln Elementary!!!
"Grandparent Bingo" @ Lincoln Elementary School is coming up!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s circle tipis this morning was, “What is making you smile right now?”. One student said thinking about my family, my life, and people. Another student said, “Being a triplet.” We enjoy circle time because we learn more about each other.
5th grade completed an Inclusiveness Escape Room this week. Everyone was included and everyone had a job. Check out Thursday’s winners!
Physical education classes wrapped up badminton unit with a tournament.
The Comp 2 students traveled to Lake Land to learn more about research. They stopped at Steak-n-Shake on the way home and left a nice note to the waitress. :) Overall, Mrs. Patton was very proud of her Comp 2 Panthers!
Photoshop students have been creating their own "Monsters" this week.
PHS 5th Hour Crafts students are wrapping up their Calligraphy Mixed Media projects. #Painting #Drawing #Creating #Makingmemories
PHS 4th Hour Students are working on a Color Theory project, working with positive & negative space, and a bit of painter's tape. The big reveals should be next week! These are in progress photos.
PHS Introduction to Art Students 3rd Hour are wrapping up Mixed Media Drawings. These are pretty outstanding.
PHS 1st Hour Introduction to Art students are exploring the Sculpture Unit. Students are creating wire Sculptures like Alexander Calder!
PHS Introduction to Art 2nd Hour students are focusing on the Sculpture Unit. They are creating wire sculptures!
Physical science students had fun making a putty polymer in class on Wednesday.
English 4 students did an activity today where they were asked to break down and explain some of John Milton’s poetry.
Yesterday Ms Hahnenkamp’s student tweeter took pictures of our class celebrating making our behavior goal. Kids had free choice and class store. Dash was a big hit with the kids.
The PJHS First Lego League Competition group has been working on a community-oriented project to help families shop locally by use of a Caroline’s Cart. The students raised over $2000 dollars to purchase one of these carts, which will be available for use soon at Save-a-Lot. The team received donations from the Methodist Church and community members. Thanks to all who made this happen!
The 8th grade Cheerleading Team was recognized at 8th Grade Night on Tuesday, January 21st. Best wishes to this group as they move on to high school!
So, does exercise affect the rate that human cells undergo cellular respiration? Biology students are using bromothymol blue solutions to determine their carbon dioxide production during different levels of exertion.
The class of 2023 are selling fresh strawberries! Order and money is due Feb. 24. Berries will be delivered the week of March 9th. You can email your order is eperry@panaschools.com if you can’t find a class member.
4th grade Art students are making 3-D organic sculptures. They are studying the art elements of shape and form.
4th grade Art students are making 3-D organic sculptures. They are studying the art elements of shape and form.
Microwave cooking with Foods & Nutrition
Come Out and Help Support the Pana Sports Boosters during the Cake Auction on Friday January 31, 2020 during Half-Time of the Varsity Boys Basketball game! See you there!
Photoshop had fun today with Mr. Potato Head!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students were beyond thrilled to have tech rotations today. Pizza co group earned a new oven, circuit group made the light turn on, many jams created, & Dash was making figure 8’s.
Mrs Micenheimer and Annie came to teach Ms Hahnenkamp’s class about our organs. Kids were naming organs in our body and learning about their jobs.
PHS students got to preview a CEO class in Taylorville today. Wonder what amazing businesses they’ll develop in the future!
Earth science students made underwater volcanoes in class on Friday.
PJHS had a water main leak in the front parking lot. The crew has worked hard to repair it but we need your help to proceed cautiously at drop off and pick up! Thank you for your care and patience!
A drupe? An achene? A hesperidium? A pome? Zoology & Botany students are learning about different fruit structures today.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class has been reading about penguins. This week they had the chance to watch two 360 videos about Antarctica to observe them in their natural habitat.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class has been working in learning communities during math. They take turns explaining their work to the others in their communities.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class did a STEM challenge to see who could build the tallest stand alone tower using all their materials. A marshmallow had to be on top & it had to hold a weight for 10 seconds. We had 1 winner.
Mrs. Crawford’s class was on WCIA News today! They said the Pledge of Allegiance🇺🇸. Follow this link to check it out! https://www.wcia.com/pledge-of-allegiance/#/gallery/192420565
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This was Ms Hahnenkamp’s class greeter for the morning. Each day a different student greets kids and adults with a good morning 😃 Have a great day or I’m glad to see you.
Mrs Bowker always has the coolest games for us! Ms Hahnenkamp’s class loves to go to class each day.
PJHS Fundraiser Reward Party will be tonight. Top sellers should be here at 5:30pm for pizza. All students who sold 2 or more items can arrive at 6pm. The party will end at 7:30pm.
8th Grade Boys’ Basketball celebrated 8th Grade Night at their last home game on Tuesday. We wish them best of luck as they move on to high school!
Congrats to the students who achieved Honor Roll and/or Perfect Attendance for 2nd quarter at PJHS! They were treated to donuts on Tuesday.
All PJHS and PHS activities, games, and practices are cancelled today, January 23rd, due to weather conditions.
Due to icy weather conditions, Pana schools will be closed today, Thursday, January 23rd. Stay safe and warm!
Addasyn Casner is "Principal for a Day" as a reward for being Lincoln Elementary fundraiser TOP SELLER
Our Morning Greeters at Lincoln Elementary Welcoming Everyone Back After A Long Weekend
Intro to Ag classes are learning about all things swine. Wholesale and retail cuts were on the agenda for today.
Students in Mrs. Watson's Business and Technology class are enjoying some time in the STEM lab today!
Reminder for the week: NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 20th, for Martin Luther King's Birthday.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students were making connections with each other today. Checkout the string net showing the connections they made. Getting know each other creates new friendships. Ms Blessman was teaching us about friendship and perseverance.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s tweeter of the day on Tuesday is showing what we do during music.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s students are practicing their spelling words for the test tomorrow using Spelling City.
Today was Flashlight Friday in Mrs. Crawford’s class! 🔦
Friday is Four Square Omnikin Ball
Due to the threat of inclement weather the Pana CUSD #8 will be dismissing school at 1:00 PM. Washington and Lincoln cross-town will be at 1:00 P.M. Bus service will be at 1:10 PM. Jr. High bus service will be at 1:18 P.M. and the High School bus service will be at 1:20 P.M. There will also be no afternoon YMCA or Jr. High fun night.
The advanced chemistry students investigated gas density today while constructing Cartesian divers and working through several challenge exercises.
Attention: Pana schools will be dismissing today, January 17, at 1 pm due to weather conditions.
Mr. Pierce might teach language arts, but he also loves music and plays in a band! 8th grader Colton Finley surprised Mr. Pierce with a cajon drum he made just for him! So cool!
Mrs. Epley’s Third Grade Wizards are trying hard to master their multiplication facts!
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Students in ms Hahnenkamp’s class were talking about word choice when writing and reading. Choosing the correct word to convey meaning.
Not only does Mr. Shalter have mad English skills, but he also can show a student the correct way to work a tie.
Students in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class are recognizing classmates each day for being good listeners, polite, working hard, etc. Look who has been recognized! Congratulations to our bracelet winners!
Weekly Kahoot worked on main idea and supporting details. Look who the top 3 were in ms Hahnenkamp’s class.
These kids in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class all had towers that remained standing. They were all close to the same height.
So, we’ve all heard about cats, but is there more than one way to skin a pig? Ask the Anatomy & Physiology students...
Lincoln Elementary, 3rd Grade Math Break Out Centers and 100% engagement!!
Panther Nation-- A reminder that the boys' basketball program will be collecting your loose change at the Tuesday, January 14th home game. The loose change is being collected as part of the Change For Change program that benefits local organizations. Over $120 has been raised!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s kids are working on creating a spaghetti tower. Can’t wait to see who has the tallest tower that stands on its own.
Multiplication review fun!
Dreary day calls for Flashlight Friday in third grade!
Congrats to Waylan Pauley for being the first student to sign the Wall of Fame in the new year! He went above and beyond with his effort in language arts. Great start to 3rd quarter, Waylan!
The character trait at Lincoln Elementary last month was KINDNESS!!! Congratulations to these Lincoln Learners who were awarded for their kindness and carrying during the month of December!
Reminder for the week: There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 6th. This is a Teacher Institute Day.
Merry Christmas from Mrs. Crawford’s class!
PHS Football Head Coach Trevor Higgins was honored at Soldier Field at the Bears vs. Chiefs game on Sun. Dec. 22 for being the Chicago Bears COACH OF THE WEEK in week 2 of the 2019 NFL Football Season! Congratulations from Panther Nation!
Reminder for the week: There is NO SCHOOL on Monday, December 23rd through Friday, January 3rd, 2020, for Christmas Vacation. There is also NO SCHOOL on Monday, January 6th, as this is a Teacher Institute Day.
"Paws" (Lincoln School's Mascot) is here to remind us to "paws" and think about our actions. He resides in a classroom for 1 month at a time as a reward to the class with the fewest/no referrals for the month!!! The December winner is Mrs. Reiss’s class!!!!! Congratulations!
Lincoln Learners made over 300 ornaments and students delivered them to Heritage Health, Prairie Rose, Life's Journey, and Hickory Estates to over 200 residents & 2 parking lots to show an example of a Random Act of Kindness. Thanks to Miss Blessman, Mrs. Matthews, and Mr. Osborn
Santa came to Mrs. Hrabak’s Class!! Merry Christmas!
Apparently Reindeer Games were happening at Lincoln Elementary Today!!!
Lincoln Learners enjoyed a fun morning with our annual sing along today!!!
Mrs. Smith’s class had a fun Grinch Day!
Just a reminder that school will dismiss at 2:15 today 12/20/19 to start our winter break! Happy Holidays from all of us at Lincoln Elementary!
Gingerbread houses on a $1 budget. Tons of fun!! I think we have some future architects in Mrs. King’s classroom.
Mrs. Morrell’s 2nd Grade class was very excited to get letters in the mail today from Santa. He also sent them a bell from his sleigh. 🎅🏼
Mrs. Hrabak’s Kindergarten class enjoyed Grinch Day!!
Foods & Nutrition 1 demonstrate some of the skills learned this semester by decorating cookies for their final grade!
After a semester exam, sometimes you gotta Just Dance!
Good Deeds Group enjoyed making treats for our community heroes—firefighters, policemen, and nursing home employees. We appreciate all that they do!
Ms Hahnenkamp and Mrs Morrell did a Christmas Kahoot with the 2nd graders for Sharing Day. What a fun way to see who really knows about Christmas. Look who the winners were.
Mrs. Hrabak’s Class has fun decorating their Gingerbread Houses.
A special shout out to all PHS Art students! Thank You for your hard work this semester! Please view some outstanding work we have completed this semester. You have truly outdone yourselves. Keep up your creativity over break and into next semester! :)
Mrs. Lehn's class was full of crazy holiday sweaters today!!
Mrs. Beyers Holiday Sweater Celebration!
Mrs. Crawford's class celebrated the Holiday Sweater Challenge!!
Holiday celebrations
Mrs. Smith’s class had a great time decorating Gingerbread houses
Mrs. Morrell’s Second Grade really showed the reason for this season. They filled the table around their Christmas tree with food donations for Christmas baskets for our community.
It’s Crazy Christmas Sweater Day in Mrs. Schmitz’s classroom!
1st Semester Students of the Month were treated to a VIP lunch today. Mrs. Ellis and Mrs. Sowarsh waited on these guests, serving them pizza and drinks during lunch.
6th grade band students spread holiday cheer for the office today! 🎄
Foods & Nutrition 1 classes had a GREAT time visiting Lincoln Land Community College and learning some useful culinary skills! Students participated in a knife skills boot camp, using their skills to make an Asian stir fry. Students also learned to make an apple puff pastry. Everyone enjoyed making and sampling all the food!
PHS and PJHS Parents and Students: All sporting events, games and practices, are cancelled for Tuesday, December 17th.
Pana High School students and families: Please see the revised final exam schedule due to the snow days this week.
Attention Parents and Students: Due to inclement weather, Pana schools will be closed tomorrow, Tuesday, December 17th.
Reminder for the week: Students are dismissed 45 minutes early Friday, December 20th, due to a major upcoming holiday.
Attention Parents and Students: Pana Schools will be closed tomorrow, Monday, December 16, due to inclement weather. Stay safe and warm!
This week at PJHS...November and December Students of the Month were announced. Congrats to Dane Epley, Seth Horton, Reagan McGlauchlen, Brianna Mathis, Lillyanna Rochkes, Lauren Ambrose, Clyde Witt, Leah Chrisman, Zoie Wemple, Blayne Pope, and Ethan Hicks. Congrats also to Leah Chrisman and Claire Osborn who signed the Wall of Fame for being AMAZING readers!!
Mrs. Rodman’s class had a fun afternoon! They invited their parents to a Christmas party !🎄 There were snacks, crafts, and a showing of class technology projects. Everyone enjoyed the Holiday Movie Kahoot.
Neither Skeletal System Practical Assessments nor Semester Exams nor the possibility of inclement weather can get the Anatomy & Physiology students down! Keep your spirits up PHS!
Washington and Lincoln Schools made beautiful ornaments in Art to display at the Christmas Celebration!
Washington and Lincoln Schools made beautiful ornaments in Art to display at the Christmas Celebration!
Mrs. Schmitz’s class graphed the number of sprinkles on their Little Debbie Christmas tree brownies. Of course, we had to eat the brownies when we were finished!
Washington School Holiday program tonight!!!
The Motivate to Graduate - M2G mentoring students and adult mentors celebrated a successful 1st semester tonight with a bowling party. Fun was had by all!!
Get onto the Christmas spirit with Lincoln School!
PJHS Panther Den Students volunteering their time helping out at the Methodist Church with the backpack food program.
PHS Biology students are modeling osmosis today. Osmosis is the movement of water molecules across a semipermeable membrane. Will they be able to correctly predict the movement of the water molecules in their model cells? I’ll bet they can!
PJHS December Act of Service: food basket donations. Thank you to all the students who contributed!
New employment opportunities are available. Check them out here: https://www.panaschools.com/o/pana-cusd-8/page/employment--309
Get onto the Christmas spirit with Lincoln School!
Winter Color Guard performed at halftime last night. Great job crew!
Congratulations to Laney Weber in Mrs. Chernisky's 5th grade class for being the first Lincoln Learner to reach the 50 mile mark in our 100 mile challenge!!!
Students in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class worked on a Venn diagram comparing & contrasting 2 versions of the same story.
Some of our Service learning students still need community service hours by December 18th. If you are a non-profit organization and need help please contact Laurie Berns at lberns@panaschools.com. thanks!
Get onto the Christmas spirit with Lincoln School!
PJHS had over 100 students and their families enjoy watching The Polar Express last night!
Thank you to Casey's, Pizza Man, Dairy Queen, and Subway for donating door prizes and County Market for donating hot chocolate!
Physical education classes had a blast playing hockey.
Holiday arrangements today during horticulture.
These are the ornaments from the Senior Citizen dinner that Lincoln students donated as part of a Civics project with Ms Blessman.
Students at Lincoln Elementary have been working hard on their Civics Projects with Miss Blessman so that they can share these ornaments with our friends at The Pana Senior Citizens Center.
Agree! Thanks to Mrs. Keeling’s Resource Class for taking pride in our school!
Child Development students celebrate the expectant "birth" of their RealCare babies at the baby shower/gender reveal!
Thank you P &H for the welding supplies.
Liz Hager from the Secretary of State office shared this brochure with all the driver education classes on Thursday. If you haven't had that conversation with your family members yet go to www.LifeGoesOn.com and consider the options.
PJHS Homestead Bakery fundraising items will need to be ready for pick up Tuesday, Dec. 10th until 4:30. Items will be frozen, so you may want to pick your child up or plan to pick up your order by 4:30 pm.
The Student Council is sponsoring a food drive for the Pana Food Basket until December 13th. Students may bring food items to their homerooms. They may bring anything non-perishable, including boxed goods, canned goods, dry pasta, etc. The Homeroom that collects the most food items will win a special treat, courtesy of the student council!
Mrs. Lehn's 2nd grade would like to thank our Board of Education for creating the "In the Trenches" Grant initiative. With our grant, we purchased Osmo kits, Kindles, and a few flexible seating options to add to our classroom. The students are LOVING this new learning tool!!!!
Mrs. Lehn's 2nd grade would like to thank our Board of Education for creating the "In the Trenches" Grant initiative. With our grant, we purchased Osmo kits, Kindles, and a few flexible seating options to add to our classroom. The students are LOVING this new learning tool!!!!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s class is learning about being a good citizen. Ms Blessman came in to do a lesson to help us learn many ways to be good citizens.
“Brushing Up” on Kindness and Respect at Lincoln School. Using toothpaste to show words and actions are hard to take back. They can make a mess...it’s difficult to get toothpaste back in the tube as students found out!
Today in the 7th grade class meeting, PJHS students discussed the power of stepping away from a negative situation. Students also actively participated in an experiment in how to keep positive energy flowing in our school. Break the chain of negativity and be supportive of each other!!
Why are the PHS Anatomy & Physiology students invading Saint Louis University? Why, to attend the Adventures in Medicine and Science (AIMS) Program, of course! Check it out at https://www.slu.edu/medicine/clinics-community/aims/index.php.
Deck the Walls....with artwork!
Check out the designs our students are displaying at Pana Junior High School this season.
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The Distress Bandanna Organization were guest speakers today in Driver Education classes. You can see more information at www.distressbandanna.com
Mary Had a Little Lamb and Hot Cross Buns never sounded so good! Great job Lincoln Elementary 5th graders! #superproudprincipal
Freshmen/JV/Varsity Boys Basketball tomorrow at PHS has been cancelled.
7th & 8th Grade Boys Basketball at Cowden has been cancelled for today.
The 5th grade band has been practicing hard and are excited to perform for you tonight 12/2 @ 5:30 p.m. at the junior high school
Horticulture made their first attempt at flora design today. The only direction given was create a vase display.
What/Who: Holiday Band Concert (5th - 12th Grade) When: Dec 2 at 5:30 PM Where: Pana Junior High School Students should be there at 5:00 with their instrument and music book, dressed in nice clothes (color does not matter) and may wear a holiday accent item if they wish.
Attention all 5th Grade band students at Lincoln Elementary: The entire band will rehearse together tomorrow, Monday, December 2. Please bring your instrument on this day even if it is not your regular band day!
What/Who: Holiday Band Concert (5th - 12th Grade) When: Dec 2 at 5:30 PM Where: Pana Junior High School Students should be there at 5:00 with their instrument and music book, dressed in nice clothes (color does not matter) and may wear a holiday accent item if they wish.
What/Who: Holiday Band Concert (5th - 12th Grade) When: Dec 2 at 5:30 PM Where: Pana Junior High School Students should be there at 5:00 with their instrument and music book, dressed in nice clothes (color does not matter) and may wear a holiday accent item if they wish.
What/Who: Holiday Band Concert (5th - 12th Grade) When: Dec 2 at 5:30 PM Where: Pana Junior High School Students should be there at 5:00 with their instrument and music book, dressed in nice clothes (color does not matter) and may wear a holiday accent item if they wish.
Congrats to Jason Vernon, Eric Brilley, and Aiden Shedosky who all signed the Wall of Fame this week. Have a happy Thanksgiving!
Third grade at Lincoln Elementary shared snacks today by bringing a cup of goodies to share in a Cornucopia with each other.
Ms Hahnenkamp’s kids enjoyed a 2nd grade progressive feast. Our class hosted the dessert portion. Lots of fun was had by all remembering the first thanksgiving!
And the winners from Mrs. Lehn's Mayflower Challenge are........ These two boats tied for first place, with each holding 250 pennies (that's all we had)!!! Nice constructing, kiddos!
Just a reminder that today's early dismissal is still our regular 2:15 Wednesday dismissal time.
How would you grow food crops on the International Space Station? What would you grow? Here are a few ideas from the Zoology & Botany class that may just answer those questions...
Mrs. Epley’s third graders are gobbling over these books!!
And they’re constructing! 👀 at the ideas. They are trying to construct a boat that will hold 102 pennies. Can you guess why we chose that #? We will see who in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class can meet the challenge. Mrs Mahnke has accepted the challenge as well. Results to come later.
What a great turn out at our annual parent breakfast "Morning Muffins" @ Lincoln Elementary. Mrs. Matthews, Title 1 building coordinator, did an amazing job preparing & serving our 300-plus guests, with games and resources and keeping everyone organized. Thanks to all who helped!
Mrs. Lehn's class started the Mayflower Challenge today. With limited supplies, pairs of students had to plan and create a boat that will really float. Tomorrow, we will test their designs to see how many pennies they will hold while remaining afloat!
Mrs. Lehn's class started the Mayflower Challenge today. With limited supplies, pairs of students had to plan and create a boat that will really float. Tomorrow, we will test their designs to see how many pennies they will hold while remaining afloat!
Students in Ms Hahnenkamp’s class teamed up to solve several addition problems. They used skills taught to find the solution to the word problems and show their work. Great 👍 loved their thinking!
Support your local FFA in Panther colors! Please contact the Ag. Dept. with your order. Tee shirts are $5, long sleeve tees are $15, and hoodies are $25. Youth sizes will be available. We will be placing our order December 2nd.
A very special thank you to ALL of our Smart Buddy Readers during American Education Week at Lincoln Elementary School: Susan McGrath, Nancy Voudrie, Jennifer Mathis, Lori Harlow , Carol Schramm, Carol Chandler, Tammy Grotts, Jackie & John Metzger!
A very special thank you to ALL of our Smart Buddy Readers during American Education Week at Lincoln Elementary School: Susan McGrath, Nancy Voudrie, Jennifer Mathis, Lori Harlow , Carol Schramm, Carol Chandler, Tammy Grotts, Jackie & John Metzger!
When the Skeletal System really triggers the imagination of the students, you know it a a great day!
Thanks to these four high school student council members who helped out with Teaching Tuesday at Lincoln. They talked about teamwork, respect, and leadership in extracurriculars!!
Photoshop students have been having fun with the Cricut!
What/Who: Holiday Band Concert (5th - 12th Grade) When: Dec 2 at 5:30 PM Where: Pana Junior High School Students should be there at 5:00 with their instrument and music book, dressed in nice clothes (color does not matter) and may wear a holiday accent item if they wish.
We are excited for morning muffins with our parents during breakfast tomorrow Wednesday, November 27th. The rsvp forms have all been collected, the food order has been placed and we have over 300 guest coming for this event! It is a rotating open house style and we will be serving between 7:00 and 8:30.
Attention all 5th Grade band students at Lincoln Elementary: The entire band will rehearse together today Tuesday, November 26th. Please bring your instrument on this day even if it is not your regular band day!
Mrs. Morrell‘s second grade class thinks science is delicious! The students enjoyed root beer floats while observing how states of matter can change from one state to another.
Please join us for Movie Night on December 9th, 2019 at the PJHS Auditorium. There will be numerous door prizes given out.
Please RSVP here: http://bit.ly/pjhspolarexpress
Identifying Arthropods today in 5th grade
Miss Rodman and Mrs. Rodman teamed up to write letters to our troops for the holiday season! Together they were able to send 50 letters and pictures to those serving in our military! What a neat experience for our 2nd and 3rd graders to take part in!!
PE class having fun bowling
Susan McGrath read to Mrs. King’s class during AEW.
Just a few of today's morning greeters at Washington School. We also had 2 firemen- they got away before getting their picture taken........
Thank you for sharing yourselves with our students!
Ms Hahnenkamp’s 2nd graders finished their volcanoes 🌋 by painting and labeling the parts. They have learned so much about the layers of the earth, which layer magma is in, important nutrients in the soil & the way they are listed on the periodic chart, atoms/molecules, & states of matter.
Admission to the boys basketball game on Tuesday, November 26th, will be non-perishable food items for the Loaves & Fishes food pantry.
Reminder for the week: There is NO SCHOOL on Thursday and Friday, November 28 & 29th, for Thanksgiving Vacation.
Reminder for the week: Students are dismissed 45 minutes early Wednesday, November 27th, due to a major upcoming holiday.
Many 6th graders took advantage of an extra credit opportunity to find this Pana Coal Mine painting in town and take a picture with it! Not all participants are pictured.
Last chance to order items from The Homestead Bakery! The PJHS student council will accept orders on Monday only. Thank you to everyone who ordered! We appreciate your support!
Mark your calendars for December 9th!
Attention all 5th Grade band students at Lincoln Elementary: The entire band will rehearse together on Tuesday, November 26th. Please bring your instrument on this day even if it is not your regular band day!
PE class having fun bowling
PE class having fun bowling
Mrs. Whalen’s students used algebra tiles to learn how to solve quadratics by “completing the square” this week.
Physics students used projectile motion equations to solve and predict where a ball rolled down a ramp will land horizontally on the classroom floor. Their data and predictions were excellent with many of the balls hitting the floor exactly on the predicted spot.
6th grader Rhylie Allen has been listening closely to the coal mining lessons in Reading, Language Arts, and Science. She brought in this book about the Pana Coal Mines as a personal learning connection!
Mrs. Crawford’s class snuck around the school today to find common and proper nouns. We were also practicing being a brave speller and sounding out the words as we added them to our chart.
What/Who: Holiday Band Concert (5th - 12th Grade)
When: Dec 2 at 5:30 PM
Where: Pana Junior High School
Students should be there at 5:00 with their instrument and music book, dressed in nice clothes (color do