February 14th

Important Information:

• Our weekly character challenge is here!  Valuing our differences and appreciating every individual for their own unique contributions is the key to synergy.

Challenge:  As we experience some new changes in our building this week, show dignity and respect to all.  Celebrate, acknowledge, or appreciate that our differences make us better and that it is ok for someone to have a different opinion, belief, or choice than you.

February 11th

Important Information:

• Hey Talented Mustangs!  Submissions for the virtual Talent Show continue this week!  We are looking forward to seeing all the amazing things that you can do, so go to flipgrid.com/kinardtalent and submit your video.  Videos must be five minutes in length or shorter, and don’t forget to also follow the Google Form link on the Flipgrid page to submit more information on your act.  See Mr. Graham with questions.

February 10th

Important Information:

• Hey Talented Mustangs!  Submissions for the virtual Talent Show continue this week!  We are looking forward to seeing all the amazing things that you can do, so go to flipgrid.com/kinardtalent and submit your video.  Videos must be five minutes in length or shorter, and don’t forget to also follow the Google Form link on the Flipgrid page to submit more information on your act.  See Mr. Graham with questions.

February 9th

Important Information:

• Hey Talented Mustangs!  Submissions for the virtual Talent Show continue this week!  We are looking forward to seeing all the amazing things that you can do, so go to flipgrid.com/kinardtalent and submit your video.  Videos must be five minutes in length or shorter, and don’t forget to also follow the Google Form link on the Flipgrid page to submit more information on your act.  See Mr. Graham with questions.

February 8th

Important Information:

• Hey 7th graders! On Friday morning, you will come to the media center with your 2nd period class to get your vision and hearing screened! WOO HOO!   Please remember to wear your glasses or contacts that day AND thanks for being quiet in the media center – this helps our volunteers out so much.

February 7th

Important Information:

• Our weekly character challenge is here!  When you disagree with someone or have a conflict with another person, it can be hard to listen to their side of things and you may naturally want to win the argument, blame the other person or avoid them to keep the peace.  Unfortunately, these choices will likely increase the conflict.  Instead, how you use your listening skills and the Health Goals of Dialogue to resolve the issue and improve relationships.

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• Giving a genuine compliment is an amazing positivity boost! But compliments are not only good for the recipients-they are good for the people who give them as well.  When you go out of your way to say something nice and give thoughtful praise to another person, it amplifies your self-confidence and nourishes your self-esteem.