Dr. Seuss Week - Day 2
Twinning like Thing 1 and Thing 2!
3 months ago, Susan Bolyard
Please join us for submitting receipts for Box Tops! Check out our stats since beginning our new campaign last month!! Oh the places we could go!! (shout out to Dr.Seuss!)
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
3rd graders making time for family time at Tenzi and Tacos. Special thanks to our SMGS Booster Club and El Corral for providing the yummy taco bar.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
March 1–7, we celebrate National School Social Work Week and the incredible impact our school social workers make every day! 💙
Led by the School Social Work Association of America, this year’s theme, “Unite to Ignite: Celebrating Our Impact,” honors their dedication to supporting students, families, and school communities.
Thank you Mandy Gerstner and Katie Glennon for all you do!
Thank you for helping create safe, supportive spaces where all students can thrive! ✨
3 months ago, Kaw Valley USD 321
Pawsitive Call was made by Willow today! Willow has been working hard in OT! She stays on task and takes her time with her assignments. She continues to work on staying on the line when writing and is a kind friend.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
SMGS 4th graders spent a few minutes playing “My Waffle Name Is…” and learning about a special project titled, Waffled! Cooking with Your Tween. Check those backpacks this afternoon for the flyer containing all the info! Cookbooks go home with students on Friday, February 27.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
Dr. Seuss Week - Read Across America
3 months ago, Susan Bolyard
Family time IS fuel time! We had an energetic and fun group join us for our 6th grade family event, Puzzle Wars, this past Saturday evening. Our “minute-to-win-it” type puzzle contests kickstarted their speed puzzling journey. There were plenty of snacks and everyone went home with a prize or two and a puzzling tips and tricks page.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
It was brush strokes and family time for our
SMGS 2nd graders and bonus families this past Sunday afternoon. We read about our polar pal subject, penguins, then created some pretty magical pieces of art.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
Ms. Michaela’s preschoolers visited Play Cafe this week for a story time, music and movement, and art. Our morning art is titled Polar Bears at Night and our afternoon art is called Polar Bears at Sunset. It was an engaging, encouraging, and educational 30 minutes with these littles!
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
3 months ago, Kaw Valley USD 321
Whether we are age 3, 83, or somewhere in between, puzzles stimulate our brains. Students spent time with Miss Dori on Thursday putting puzzles together with some unique twists such as using only one hand, being blindfolded, and putting the puzzle together on the flip side. It was fun building our collaboration skills, expanding our perception, increasing our focus and persistence, and seeing our confidence soar! If you have a sixth grader, there is still time to RSVP for Puzzle Wars on Saturday, February 21, 7:00pm, at SMGS.
Tiny art started trending in 2025. Fifth graders got a quick fact check about polar bear habits, then created tiny art based on this subject. We think their mini-canvas creations turned out to be pretty magical! Don’t forget Sunday, February 22 is our 2nd grade family event, Polar Pals Sip and Paint.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
Ashlyn made a positive call home today! Mrs. Rabe said that Ashlyn is demonstrating outstanding compassion and leadership in the classroom. When she noticed a student struggling, Ashlyn jumped in and offered to work with the student together. Her inclusion allowed her classmate to successfully engage in the assignment. Thank you Ashlyn for consistently modeling kindness, responsibility and strong character. Keep up the outstanding work!!
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
Congratulations to our January 2026 Students of the Month
Madeleine D, Olivia O, Preston M, Gabby G, Daniel G, Gavin K, Benedict J, Esther J, Tainslee H.
Not pictured:
Katalina P
Kevin B
Hunter H
Elliot G
Abbi G
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
Bear Book Club sign up extended Friday, February 20th!
3 months ago, Susan Bolyard
Baby/Jr. Bears Dance Camp 2026
Thank you Mrs. Kramer and SMHS Drill team for your patience and expertise. The students look forward to this every year!
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
Don’t forget to RSVP for our 6th grade family engagement event, Puzzle Wars. Students LOVED the tiny puzzle war promo they got to be a part of a few weeks ago! It’s a FREE and FUN family night you don’t want to miss.
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
4th graders working on fractions and graphing with candy hearts
3 months ago, Susan Bolyard
Hard work pays off! Hayden got to make a Pawsitive Call home today because of her attentiveness in class. She has been offering up answers in math class, and asking questions if she is unsure. As a result, she only missed one on her math test!! Way to work hard Hayden!!
3 months ago, Susan Bolyard
Sign up for Bear Book Club
DEADLINE: March 12th
This year’s book is:
Granny Torrelli Makes Soup
By Sharon Creech
Bailey, who is usually so nice, Bailey, my neighbor, my friend, my buddy, my pal for my whole life, knowing me better than anybody, that Bailey, that Bailey I am so mad at right now, that Bailey, I hate him today.
Twelve-year-old Rosie and her best friend, Bailey, don't always get along; that's true. But Granny Torrelli seems to know just how to make things right again with her warm words and family recipes. She understands from experience that life's twists and turns can't rattle the unique bond between two lifelong pals.
Newbery Medal winner Sharon Creech cooks up a delightfully tender novel, filled with homemade dishes and secret recipes. It's easy to remember what's important about love, life, and friendship while Granny Torrelli makes soup.
Information on Bear Book Club
What is it?
A book club for the entire family to participate in with the entire school! Families can read a book all together at home, while other families from SMGS are doing it too.
Who is it for?
The ENTIRE family! The book that our school selected will keep your preschooler interested as much as your sixth grader.
When?
We will be ordering books on February 17th; your student will receive their book around 3 weeks later. We will include a suggested reading schedule to keep a consistent pace in your reading, starting once they receive their book. There will also be one in person party, where families can discuss the book with one another, do activities, and win prizes!
How much?
All you pay is $10 a family. This includes one copy of the book for you to keep, along with multiple virtual resources to follow along with the book.
* Sponsor a family. If you would like to and are able to sponsor another family.
* How are scholarships available? Just apply! If your family would like to participate in the Bear Book Club but financially can not at the moment this option will allow you and your family to join the Bear Book Club at no cost. Everything will be handled anonymously.
Additional question? Contact Shannon Kramer kramers@usd321.com or contact the front office
3 months ago, SMGS Bears
