The Kansas Department of Health and Environment mobile laboratory came out to do presentations and science experiments for North K-5th grade students. The younger grades learned about proper hand washing, what germs are made of, the different parts of a mosquito, and plants that repel them. Older students learned about germ prevention, water sheds and pollution, and DNA extraction using a strawberry. Everyone got to play a germ game, where they had to throw a ball through a series of panels that represented all of the ways you can prevent illnesses. Thank you to KDHE for traveling all the way to our school!
South Elementary celebrated Earth Day early Friday, April 19, at the Garden City zoo with several area schools. Our Bobcats saw a bobcat! (and many other animals)
The Western Plains High School Art Department attended the Fort Hays State University High School Art Day, 8th Grade students were invited to come along and see some of the perks of High School Art. Students hung artwork for the Exhibition, participated in the Sidewalk Chalk Competition, and viewed many demonstrations. Junior, Kelsey Wick had two pieces receive recognition for "Outstanding Work Exhibited at the Annual High School Art Exhibition.” Students ended the day with a meal at Gella's Diner. The event was a great learning experience for all.
HELP WANTED: Western Plains USD 106 is seeking to fill a full-time custodial/maintenance position for the school in Bazine. If interested please complete an application from one of the school offices or located on the district website and send to Jeff Jones, superintendent at jjones@usd106.org.
Miss Weaver's 8th grade students attended Art Day at Fort Hays State University, Mrs. Abukhodair's K-1 students drew a step by step of Dav Pilkey's Dragon character.
Mrs. Tocohua's Preschool class centered all of last week on "Corn" children learned about the four seasons and growing corn while using their cognitive and fine motor skills. They ended the week observing an actual corn stalk which we thank Mrs. Mauch for.
On Monday, April 8th, South Elementary students observed the Solar Eclipse. Students made pinhole cameras using cardboard boxes or paper plates and notecards so that they could safely observe the moon moving in front of the sun. Students made several observations throughout the event and discussed the progress each time. They also watched Nasa's live coverage of the Solar Eclipse so that they could see what those along the path of totality were experiencing.
Mrs. Tocohua's Pre- K class spend the week learning about bugs and insects. The students worked on spelling and writing each name out. Mrs. Tocohua explain to the students that insects play an important part in our world, by breaking down waste, maintaining our soil healthy and pollinating flowers.
Western Plains North Elementary students traveled to Hays today to go to the Old Fort Hays and the Humane Society! They learned about the buildings at the fort, as well as how Indians used all parts of a buffalo to make things they needed. At the Humane Society, they learned about how to volunteer, what donations they take, and what to do if you find a stray animal. What a fun time!
Spring Photos Tuesday, April 9th!
The regularly scheduled Board Meeting for April 8th has been moved to April 15th and will occur in Bazine at 7:30.
Visitors to WPSouth tonight will get to meet some famous people, brought to life by Ms. Hawkins's 2nd-3rd graders. Studying biographies, students chose a hero, read many books and researched that person. Today they stepped into their hero's shoes, and will tell their true stories at Family Literacy Night, tonight in Bazine from 5:30-7:30 pm.
Western Plains will observe a 2 hour late start on Tuesday, March 26, 2024. Mud routes will be in effect, please be observant of road conditions and travel safe.
Western Plains will run mud routes on Tuesday March 26, 2024. Travel safe Bobcats!
Please join us in Bazine on Thursday, March 28th for Family Literacy Night! South students have been working hard on their presentations and Reader's Theater skits. Hamburgers and hot dogs will be served 5:30-6:00pm with a presentation about our Little Free Library starting at 6:00pm. Student presentations will begin at 6:10pm. We will conclude the night with a fun goodie walk with goodies provided by the teachers.
We will also be hosting a book drive in conjunction with Family Literacy Night. Please help us stock our Little Free Library by bringing a new or gently used book with you to donate.
In social studies, South 2nd-3rd are studying Ancient Roman contributions to modern U.S. civic life, building and construction. Today they built roads using edible materials and Roman design. The crew gave the project thumbs up for learning and taste!
Bad weather kept our Western Plains 4th and 5th Grade students from the Hays Symphony in October. So Mrs. Flax decided that they should have a MUSICAL PARTY! Thirteen North and South students attended the party at the North music room on February 19th. They enjoyed “musical popcorn,” where the lid was left off the popcorn popper, and, VOILA! — popcorn fireworks! While the popcorn popped, they listened to “Popcorn” by Hot Butter, “Popcorn” by Barenaked Ladies, “1812 Overature” by the Spirit of America Ensemble, and “The Nutcracker: Scene XII (Russian Dance)” by the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra. After the popcorn was done, it was gathered up and added to a buffet of snacks.
The kids got comfortable with their snacks, pillows, and blankets, and they settled in to watch the VERY musical Disney movie, “Encanto.” The story and music in this movie was extraordinary, and the kids had a LOT of fun watching it with their friends.
A special thank-you goes to Katie Abukhodair for donating cookies, chips, and juice pouches to our party!
Western Plains JH and HS students participated in a 20th Anniversary Music T-shirt Contest. Students had to have the following elements in their designs: Bobcat, music symbols or music theme, and the motto, "Western Plains Band and Choir: 20 Years of Making Music." Music students in grades K - 12 voted on nine different designs. The students pictured were in the group who won the design contest, and they are wearing their winning shirts. Congratulations, Bobcats! ♫❤️🐾
Western Plains South presents Egg My Yard a fundraiser to support student learning. Book your spot today! Candy-filled eggs will be hidden in your yard for Easter morning and include a special Easter Bunny note. Book your spot today! Deadline to order is Friday, March 15th. Open to all of Ness County! For more information or to place an order, contact Amanda Wittman.
There has been a change in schedule, March 8th will be a professional development day, instead of a student contact day. Students enjoy your day off.
