The accidental drowning of a child at a local park during the summer of 2017 greatly affected Apollo swim coach Alex Badger. “One drowning is one too many,” says Badger. “We live in Minnesota. With all the lakes, rivers and pools in apartments [that] we have in this state, no one should not know how to … Read more
Students at North Junior High School are practicing their communication skills and expanding their use of iPads and Schoology by televising the school’s daily announcements. Middle-level students from the Student Leadership Team are determined to engage more students at North. They believe that broadcasting daily announcements is a unique way to inform students about the … Read more
For years, North Junior High School has set aside one day a year for students to explore college and career opportunities. But this year was especially noteworthy with the variety and outpouring of community members, business owners and organizations involved. Over 50 individuals and organizations participated. Students don’t have regular classes on College and Career Day, … Read more
South Junior High School students are becoming bloggers thanks to the coaching of Sarah Good, language arts teacher at South. Students are sharing their thoughts and feelings with their peers and community, giving an insider’s view of life in middle school. The blog is called “In the Middle.” The idea originated in Good’s previous teaching position … Read more
Venturing into school for the first time poses interesting questions–and answers. During rest time, a little boy whispers to the girl next to him, “Will you marry me?” She flashes him a panicked look and responds,”No, thank you.” Ask any 3-year-old how old he thinks you are, and he will say a number from one … Read more