September 24, 2021 - Issue #77 |
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Hanging out with friends, challenging themselves |
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This past week, the crew and equipment from 'Ninja Anywhere' rolled into Pierz Schools. The setup included the Ninja Rig consisting of a straight-up warped wall, hamster wheel, floating boards, trapeze bars, floating monkey bars, climbing ropes, ninja rings, and a rock-climbing wall. An inflatable area gave students access to the giant inflatable slide and inflatable obstacle course. Additionally, the agility course included quad steps, balance beams, rolling pipes, stepping stones, teeter-totter, springboard, bosu bouncers, and crawl tunnels.
Students in grades 3-8 were released for one class period to compete on the course and have fun with their entire grade. It was the perfect weather and setup to see the smiling faces of all the students while sneaking in a healthy dose of positive endorphins-releasing exercise.
After school, families were welcomed to go through the course with their children. Once the adults got on the course, they agreed: the kids sure make it look easy!
About Ninja Anywhere: "We believe that movement is healing, life-giving, and empowering. Ninja Anywhere exists to positively impact the health and happiness of all our ninjas: we want to educate and inspire everyone to build their health and confidence, find their inner strength, and improve their own lives as well as their broader communities. Through our innovative obstacle course, we will prove that fitness can be fun, that healthy is happy, and that all of us can do great things!"
"Movement is key for releasing happy endorphins in your brain that relieve physical, mental, and emotional stress. Movement is a lifestyle behavior that will allow everyone to be healthier and happier."
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Coronation kicked off Homecoming Week |
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Monday's coronation ceremony kicked off Homecoming Week at Healy High School. Congratulations to Queen Katie Leidenfrost and King Lance Otremba, and congratulations to the entire homecoming royalty! Tonight (9/24) is the homecoming football game, followed by the homecoming dance from 9-midnight for students in grades 7-12.
[photo cred. Rick Grammond]
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2021 Pierz High School Athletic Hall of Fame |
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At halftime of the Sept 24, 2021 Homecoming football game vs Rockford, Pierz High School will be introducing their latest members of the Pioneer Athletic Hall of Fame. The new members include: Craig Luberts - Class of 2004; Kyle Bednar - Class of 2006; Jamie Talberg - Class of 2006 ; Kristin (Sczublewski) Egan - Class of 2007 ; Kaari (Jensen) Epperly Class of 2009; Clint Poster - Class of 2011 ; Leo Pohlkamp - Coach. There will be a reception in the middle school gym immediately after the game. The public is invited. Congratulations to all the inductees and their families! |
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"We run for those who can't" |
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This season, each of the Pioneer Cross Country runners has dedicated their season to someone in their life. The idea came about to show support of their teammate, Caleb Kuske, whose mother, Joyce Kuske, lost her battle with cancer earlier this year. To keep her memory and passion for running alive, Caleb's dad, Paul Kuske, has pledged a new pair of running shoes to a lucky team member or student in the district to encourage participation in activities and a healthy habit of exercising.
The Pierz Cross County motto is "We Run For Those Who Can't". From Coach Herold: "This is what sports and activities are all about. Learning life values and making a difference. We are so proud of the inspiration and dedication Pioneer Cross Country athletes are showcasing. It is truly amazing what an impact a group of kids can make. We are looking forward to representing our community, our school, and the Pioneer XC program this season!" One of his favorite quotes and theme for the season: "When your legs get tired, run with your heart." What an awesome group of humans.
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Happenings at Pioneer Elementary |
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Pioneer wetlands: observation and conservation |
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The water run-off area in the new Pioneer parking lot was a required design to slow the input of water runoff into the city wastewater system. However, it also serves a second purpose: conservation and outdoor science-related observation opportunities for our students as the area has been planted with native prairie grasses and wildflowers. Additionally, bluebird houses will be built and placed here. Above: students in Mr. Mann's science classes were using the area to make scientific observations using the five senses: sight, feel, smell, hear, and taste--although they didn't do any tasting that day! |
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Testing electrical conductivity |
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Students in Ms. Dalsted's computer classes have been using Makey Makey kits to test electrical conductivity. Using common objects like coins, carrots, and even their own hands, students were able to hook up the probes to observe conductivity. Then, attaching the Makey Makey board to their computers, they could use items that conduct electricity to program notes of a piano and even to act as their computer mouse! |
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- September 24 - Hall of Fame Inductees at halftime of the homecoming football game
- October 8 - No School - Teacher Workshop
- October 13 - High School Parent-Teacher Conferences
- October 18 & 19 - Elementary Parent-Teacher Conferences (Gr. K-6)
- October 21 & 22 - No School – Professional Days (MEA Break)
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Painting with Charlene Lundberg
October 28, 2021 from 6-9pm in the Pierz High School art room.
Charlene has been teaching painting classes for years through neighboring community education classes. Charlene provides step-by-step instruction, so classes are perfect for all levels.
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Pierz Public Schools #484
District Office: 320.468.6458
112 Kamnic Street, Pierz, MN 56364
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