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M ESKWAKI S ET TLEMENT S CHOOL
V OLUME 10 I SSUE 5
JANUARY
5
Back to School
8
End of 2nd Quarter, 1st Semester
9
No School—Teacher in-service
12
Beginning 3rd Quart, 2nd Semester
FEBRUARY
2
3rd Quarter Mid-term
10—13
Iowa Assessments
13
12:30 Dismissal, Teacher in-service
MARCH
12
End 3rd Quarter
16 & 18
1:30 Dismissal—School-wide—M/H Conferences
17 & 19
1:30 Dismissal—School-wide—Elementary Conferences
20
No School, Teacher in-service
23—27
Spring Break
Stop by and see an exciting addition to the
Meskwaki Settlement School grounds. A playground was added at the end of November for the
Early Childhood Immersion program. We have
been fortunate that the weather warmed up and
the EC students have been able to enjoy the new
equipment. Be sure to drive by and take a look!
Ms. Herink
J ANUARY 2015
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F ROM THE D ESK OF M S . H ERINK
What is the Common Core State Standards?
The Common Core State Standards is an initiative led by the Council of Chief State School Officers and the National
Governors Association for states to collectively develop and adopt a core set of academic standards in mathematics and language arts.
One important component of a great school system is a clear set of expectations, or standards, that educators help all
students reach. The standards establish what Iowa students need to learn, but not how to teach. Local schools and teachers
continue to create lesson plans and tailor instruction to fit the needs of their students.
What is the Iowa Core?
In Iowa, that effort is known as the Iowa Core. The Iowa Core has all of the standards from the Common Core State
Standards and additional standards.
The Iowa Core represents our statewide academic standards, which describe what students should know and be able to
do in math, science, language arts and social studies. The Iowa Core also addresses 21 st century skills in areas such as financial and technology literacy.
These state standards provide Iowa students, parents, teachers, and other stakeholders with a clear, common understanding of what students are expected to learn at every grade level, regardless of where they live.
The standards:
 Are clear, understandable, and consistent
 Include rigorous content and application of knowledge through high-order skills
 Build upon strengths and lessons of current state standards
 Are informed by other top-performing countries
 Are aligned with college and work expectations
What the Iowa Core is NOT
 The Iowa Core is not a one-size-fits-all approach that undermines local schools or assumes every student learns the same
way.
 The Iowa Core does not dictate how to teach.
 The Iowa Core is not a federally driven initiative to force all schools to teach the same lesson plans, use the same textbooks,
or to undermine the creativity of teaching professionals.
 The Iowa Core is not a curriculum, but a set of shared goals and expectations for knowledge and skills to help students succeed
Each Iowa school district decides what curriculum to use to deliver the Iowa Core, and Iowa teachers design and develop
the lessons used in their classrooms which is great for the Meskwaki Settlement School so that we can continue to use Culturally Based Curriculum to teach the knowledge and skills our students need.
For more information on the Common Core or the Iowa Core
http://www.iowacore.gov
http://www.corestandards.org
F ROM M R . B UTIKOFER ’ S D ESK
It’s hard to believe, but first semester has come and gone. With the end of first semester, come some housekeeping
issues. First, grades will be submitted by teachers no later than January 14 th. Report cards will be sent home soon after
that date. At that point in time, any student who receives a failing grade will be involved in credit recovery and/or summer
school. Information concerning each will be distributed shortly after the 14th. Any extracurricular eligibility issues will be
announced no later than the 14th as well. Any questions regarding eligibility should be directed to our Activities Director
Mr. Todd Dale. Any schedule changes at the middle high school will need to occur on or before the 16 th of January. In most
cases, students failing one or more courses will have a schedule change in order ensure on time graduation whenever possible.
As we move into second semester, I want to emphasize that the opportunity exists to start over no matter how first semester ended. I would like to encourage every student to work hard each and every day to keep grades up as high as possible.
No one will be assigned lunch study table until a second semester course grade falls below a C. If a grade falls below a C,
students will once again be assigned lunch study table until that grade rises to a C or higher. Study table is a program where
students are provided a quiet place to complete work during lunch that is supervised by staff members with the goal of
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providing extra help for students who are struggling with one or more courses. Parents, please help us by encouraging your
child to perform to the best of their ability throughout second semester.
Budget Challenge Results: Grades 9 - 12
3rd Place: Roxanne Pushetonequa
4th Place: Francisco Lasley-Santos
5th Place: Darrion Murray
6th Place: Jarius Bear
7th Place: Christian Benson
8th Place: Terrell Grant
9th Place: Kade Brown
10th Place: Laraina Roberts
Classroom:
1st Place: Eygabroad
2nd Place: Daleske
3rd Place: Bair
4th Place: Sampson
Individual Top Ten:
1st Place: Victor Garcia
2nd Place: Daniel LaMere
Penny War Results
The middle high school participated in a penny war to help families in need for the holidays. Pennies were collected by each
class and each penny was worth a positive one. Any other denomination was worth negative point’s equivalent to the denomination amount. Donated food items were worth a positive 100 points each.
First Place: 8th Grade +2321
Second Place: 7th Grade +732
Third Place: 12th grade +277
Fourth Place: 10th grade -114
Fifth Place: 11 grade -263
Sixth Place: 9th grade -974
Total amount of money raised was 113.77 with a match of 100.00 from Pinnacle Bank. Eighty food items were collected and
donated to the Meskwaki Food Pantry.
F ROM THE D ESK OF M R . H ENELY
A big “Thank You!” goes out to the students, staff, parents, and community members for the great welcome provided to
me as the new elementary principal of Meskwaki Elementary. It has been my honor to work with such caring and generous
people. I have found the students to be very respectful, the parents to be very supportive, and the teachers and MSS staff
to be hard-working and creative.
Immersion Program: Led by Harvey Davenport, the immersion program is kicking into full gear. Ardelia Davenport has
been teaching in the Early Childhood Immersion program along with Carolyn Joy and Jamie Kapayou as the EC teacher aides.
Teachers Vicki Bear and Wanda Lasley have been teaching the Pre-kindergarten Immersion program with the help of Winona
Kapayou and Diahann Wanatee as the teacher assistants. Evidence of the Immersion program at work includes hearing Meskwaki being spoken at many different levels. Every day, as I walk through the school, I hear teachers trying their best to
speak as much Meskwaki as they can. Students at every level seem to be more familiar with the language and use it often.
It is great to see all staff taking pride in the Meskwaki culture and its language.
Attendance: Research tells us that the most important components of a successful education include a supportive family, great relationships, quality instruction, and great school attendance. I want to celebrate the students and families that
make it a priority to show up for school by listing all the students who made perfect attendance for November and December. Please congratulate the following students for achieving such a high honor:
PK - Corbin Shuckahosee
PK - Jarvis Bear
PK - Victoria BigEagle
PK - Nevaeh Buffalo
PK - Jada Hale
PK - Kaelonna Kaler
PK - Vawn Lasley
KG - Amyla Sheridan
1 - Lane Bear
1 - Tylan Sheridan
2 - Nathaniel Seymour
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Sia Bear
Christopher Garcia
Kalia Clark
Larry Davenport
Breann Kurth
Dionysus Papakee
Davian Pushetonequa
Donovan Slick-Driscoll
Sandra Velazquez
Jared Jefferson
Shye Johnson
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Rolando Keahna
Kordell Negrete
Lenore Pushetonequa
Zayton Weninger
Jaycob Bear
Tiernan Wanatee
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E ARLY C HILDHOOD I MMERSION P ROGRAM
3 Yr. olds come in full of energy and ready to learn
their meskwaki. It is an exciting time for all , including
teachers. We are proud to say the young ones are responding and correcting classmates in the language.
Some phrases you may be hearing:
Nemagiso
I’m in bear clan
Nemanesenokimawiso
I’m in fox clan
Nemawewiso
I’m in wolf clan
Newemikowiso
I’m in thunder clan
The children know and address each other by their
clan names.
Language seems complicated….but your children are
catching on.
Netediso
is my name
Idisowa
is his/her name
Kadi-ketediso?
Your child is asking you
“what’s your name?”
Wisoni
is a name
Naisetasoko
put things away
Asemietiko
help each other
K INDERGARTEN
Newikowi
I’m sleepy
Wikowiya
he/she is sleepy
Nekettibeno
I’m running
Kettibenowa
he/she is running
Nebegite
I’m thirsty
nimeno nebi
I will drink water
Nebosi bus
I ride the bus
magatti nettitabi
I sit still
Newidabene
I’m hungry
Newiseni
I’m eating
Nekesinetta
washing my hands
sibyeikani netayo
I use soap
Sakakoono
zip up / button up
Besekano kemakogawi
wear your hat
Besekawi kemenettiaki
wear your mittens-gloves
There is so much more going on. We are in process
of making short stories and language/ vocabulary to be
recorded on cd’s to be used in classroom and for community use.
L UANN S LINGLUFF , Y AMALA B ACCAM -L EE
Kindergarten has been working hard in language arts and reading! We currently have learned 12 sight words.
We practice these sight words daily through large and small group activities. Our unit is on “animals.” We have
been learning about different animals, what they need to survive, and how to take care of them. In math, we are
learning about number lines, quantity, and time.
F IRST G RADE
A NDREA R UTLEDGE , L EIGH S ELL
Can you believe it? We will be celebrating 100 days of school Jan 23. The first graders will also be getting
ready to study the moon in science. We will be observing the moon every day and its different phases. During
math the students will be taking addition and subtraction timed test. The test has 100 facts and they have five
minutes. They need to get 90% or better three times to move on to subtraction. We will be celebrating with a
pizza party for those who make this goal. They have been practicing before break and did a great job. Students
can practice at home as well with playing cards, pennies, or flashcards. Looking forward to a great 2015! Ms.
Rutledge and Mrs. Sell
Orders are now being accepted for class rings. Tremendous discounts
are now available at the beginning of the school year, making many rings
relatively inexpensive. Any 9th through 12th grade students may order a
class ring. Order packets may be picked up at the high school main office. Completed orders should be returned to the main office. Each ring
is customizable based on decisions that you are able to make individually.
Contact Mr. Butikofer if you have questions concerning your order.
Meskwaki High School
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L ANA R OBERTS
While Mrs. Roberts has been home with her new baby, we have been very busy learning and counting down
the days to Christmas break! In Reading we have been learning about words that have multiple meanings as well
as looking for the cause and effect in the stories we read. We have had a lot of fun in Science learning about
balance and motion. We have experimented with balancing objects, spinning tops and rolling wheels down ramps.
In Math we have been learning how to make and read different kinds of charts and graphs.
We have also been very creative! We traced our hands and Mr. Seymour put them altogether to make a
handprint Christmas tree. He decorated it very nicely! Then we drew a picture of what we
wanted for Christmas and put the pictures as presents under the tree.
Every week during December our substitute teacher, Mrs. Mullen, has been teaching us
a ‘Truth of the Week.’ The truths we have learned about ourselves are: I am important, I
am smart, I am liked and I can make good choices. We tell these truths to our minds and
hearts so that when we’re having a difficult day or feeling frustrated, we can remind ourselves what the truth is.
Have a wonderful holiday!
~Mrs. Roberts’ 2nd grade students
T HIRD G RADE
C AMARA C OSGROVE , T OM L ARSEN
Welcome back, we hope you had an enjoyable winter break. We completed our first reading anthology, and
will be starting the second one as we continue to increase our fluency and comprehension. In Math, we will continue to master our understanding of the multiplication concept and work on memorizing facts. We began learning the correct formation of cursive letters before break, and will continue learning new letters and words every
week. In Science we have been exploring the proper use of magnets, and will soon switch to our electricity
unit. Our Social Studies lessons continue to focus on celebrations and traditions of communities throughout the
world.
Thank you for your continued support of your child’s education.
F OURTH G RADE
J ENNA A REY , A LEX H AUNSPERGER
In Grammar, 4th grade will be learning about Irregular Verbs, Pronouns and Antecedents, and different
types of pronouns. We will also work on Persuasive writings.
Spelling will consist of compound words, inflectional endings, and changing the “y” to an “i”.
We will be reading 3 stories in January: Me and Uncle Romie, the Cricket in Times Square, and The Life and
Times of the Ant. We will be learning about angles and quadrilaterals in Math. We will be starting Science in 3rd
Quarter. First we will be learning about the Physics of Sound!
F IFTH G RADE
B ARB M ASON , M ERIDITH T HOMAS
As December comes to a close we want you to know what has been happening in our classrooms. Both classes
are working Sensory Descriptive Writing utilizing an image for their ideas and content. The themes for Reading
have been using your wits and visualization in both fiction and nonfiction stories. Math concepts are as follows:
Thomas…coordinate planes and geometry. Mason is finishing up order of operations and will begin fractions. Social Studies concepts continue to focus on the development of the US. Science: Mason will be finishing up ecosystems and biomes and start their weather unit. Thomas is working various concepts in weather. May your holiday break be filled with joy, laughter, peace, and happiness.
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J ANET L ARSON
We enjoyed having our student teacher, Mr. Greg Lacey, in our classroom. He has completed his time here
at our school and is on to his next student teaching assignment. We are hoping that he may be able to visit us
soon.
The 6th grade class finished the book, Number the Stars, which is about a Danish family trying to aid their
Jewish friends during World War Two . We also read an autobiography, Leon's Story, about the life of a Black
man being raised by sharecropping parents in the 1940's. We will start a new book after the Winter Break.
For Social Studies we searched for information on the internet and wrote reports about various World War
Two topics, including the Meskwaki Code Talkers. The students presented their reports to the classroom and
did an excellent job.
In math we are working with adding, subtracting , multiplying, and dividing decimals.
In science we are learning about human organs and how they work in our bodies.
The 4th - 6th graders were stars in the Winter Musical on Wednesday, December 17th. The spoken parts
and songs were presented very well and enjoyed by a large audience. We are all very proud of them!
M ESKWAKI A FTERSCHOOL P ROGRAM
I have had an adventure working with the Middle/High School students for Language Culture Class. I want
to thank the students for attending class and participating. You made class fun and enjoyable. I want to thank
the parents for allowing your child to come to summer school. It is our responsibility as parents, grandparents
and caregivers to encourage our children to speak our own language and not feel shameful or embarrassed for
doing so.
In class we worked on Meskwaki Verb List of 100 words. We completed the Meskwaki Kinship chart: Male
and Female, which identified family members and their relationship in Meskwaki. They spoke with each other
identifying their own Indian name, fellow students’ Indian names, family members, (Nosa, Nekya, Nesesea,
Nemisea, Nesimea) age and clan. As the week went on each student spoke with more confidence and pronounced
words properly. We also had two activities where we made Besibemyetei and Bekotei. I had asked the students
what was the greatest obstacle in speaking our language? Number one response was “Not having anyone at home
to speak with or ask questions on how to say words properly.” Second answer was the fear of being laughed at.
If we as parents shared our knowledge and wisdom with our children concerning our language, it could decrease
their anxiety of speaking their own language.
Mattinokea
E LEMENTARY P HYSICAL E DUCATION
S ARAH M URPHY
December kicked off with a Fitness Unit in the Elementary Gym. We did lots of health-enhancing games and
activities. The kids learned more about their cardiovascular system and core muscles. The second round of Fitness Testing wrapped up before Winter Break, with most students improving their September scores! Upon returning in January, students will begin a Basketball Unit. Looking ahead, our Jump Rope for Heart Fund Raiser
will be in February and will last most of the month. Information will be sent home with students as soon as it
comes in from the American Heart Association!
Check out our online store. Go to the school’s website, www.msswarriors.org, and click on the link.
Cool stuff at a good price!
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M ARY F ITZGERALD
The first lesson all grade levels have learned during our Science
Enrichment Clusters is if something isn’t working, don’t give up. The second lesson learned is if something isn’t working, try something else.
All students were given a set of materials (3 bamboo skewers, 9
toothpicks, and 12 gum drops) to construct a 3-dimensional, self-standing
Christmas tree. The students came up with numerous creative ideas, but
not all of them worked. They continued to work and rework their designs
until they were successful as proven by 3rd grader Davion Slick-Driscoll
(right).
4th grader Wyatt Kapayou built the tallest tree which stood 19.75” (left).
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R ACHEL M ATLACK
The sixth graders are almost finished with their paper mache masks! These were made by pasting newspaper
strips over a mask form, then adding construction paper for color and details. Now they are starting to add extra items to their masks using feathers, string, pipe cleaners, and beads.
The fifth graders have been recycling scraps of paper to make paper pulp “paintings” by tearing up the different
colors of scrap paper and mashing it into pulp, then pressing the pulp back together to make a picture with the
different colors.
The third grade has been studying “texture.” They studied the texture seen in photographs of ice, then experimented with melting ice using different kinds of salt. Then they used iPads to edit the photographs of their
melting ice to make them look even more interesting.
The first graders have been studying the “cool colors” and making penguin collages that are turning out really
cute.
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M ICHELL P HINNEY
I want to send out a big “Thank You” to the community and employees of the Meskwaki Settlement School
for the successful book fair we had last month. The total sales were over $4100 which was even more than last
year’s. In return, the book company Scholastic rewards our school with points based on the sales, which allows us
to purchase classroom resources and additional books for the elementary students. During the
book fair, elementary students had the chance to make a wish list of books that they would like to
have. From their lists they will be given one book as a gift to bring home before Christmas break to
keep for their very own. I hope the students enjoy their new book and continue to read daily.
Thank you for supporting your children’s education. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year!
December’s educational website: www.seussville.com
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D INA K EAHNA
PBIS News:
 Warrior WoW Recipients: 1st: Chayton E.; 3rd: Layla N.; Nigel L. & Teya M.; 5th: Dayvin G.; 6th gr. Jacob B. &
Romeo B.
 Warrior Pride standings: 2nd quarter Warrior Pride (Preliminary) tickets are 329 Tickets. 3rd grade has the
most Warrior Pride Tickets earn with 103 and 5th grade is second with 41 total tickets. Overall the
(Preliminary) totals for 1st semester are 838 for all classes. Kg: 32; 1st: 229; 2nd: 98; 3rd: 282; 4th: 56; 5th:
71; 6th: 70.
 Warrior Pride Ticket recognition: KG: Dontavius S-D; Genicia C. Jaycene P. Kobe W.; Sevy Scabbyrobe,; Layne
S.; Amyla S., & Loveena J. 1st gr. Jaycene P.; Dorian Velazquez, Mary Ann B.; Lane B.; Shey YB.; Mary Ann O.;
Ashlyn K.; Tylan S.; Lysette W.; Cadell B. & Cae`Don S.; 2nd: Syrus K., Leliah B., Nathaniel S.; Ryan P., Jenaya K. &
Aglina D.; 3rd gr. Kim H., Aerieal A., Davion S-D,; Terrin H. , Lawrence D. Lucius B., Sophie B., & Nigel L.; 4th gr.
Davian P.; Zaynah C.; Diego V.; Kiron W.; Elijah O., Eva S.; Maliah O.; 5th gr. Cole K.; Kordell N.; Liala L-S; Brycen
K.; Lenore P.; Thadius G.; Zandra YB; 6th gr. Royce K.; Jaycob B.; Micah YB; Sage K.; Alice O.; Tiernan W.; &
Aleena P. Warrior Pride to all of you. Continue to strive to be the best you, you can be.
School Counselor Guidance Classes:
 3rd, 4th, 5th and 6th grades are being introduced to the term perception and how it relates to Conflict Resolution. Each class is given the opportunity to define what conflict resolution by breaking down what are conflicts
and what resolution is. Then they have been introduced to perception and the definition of perception. They all
participated in two activities on perception and were asked to convince each other to change their point of view.
Some, would but most would not. This was a very interesting activity. In any case, the point of the activities and
the term perception is for the student to understand that each of us may have a different perception of the
same incident but interpret it differently and this is what creates conflict among each other at times. Perception defined the process of using the senses to acquire information about the surrounding environment or situation.
N URSES N EWS
L INDA K APLAN , R.N.
The “flu” is here! Several of Meskwaki Settlement School students and staff have been visited by it.
Symptoms that begin 1-3 days after exposure:
Symptoms that begin 1-3 days after exposure:
 Fever & chills commonly 102 – 103 degrees
 Headache – usually pain behind the eyes
 Sensitivity to light
 Aching muscles/ joints
 General sick feeling – tired, loss of appetite, nausea
and vomiting
Later Symptoms:
 Dry cough
 Nasal congestion
 Sore throat
Recommended Treatment for the Flu:
Rest
 Tylenol or Ibuprofen for fever and body aches
 Gargle with ¼ tsp. of salt in 8 oz. of warm water for
a sore throat
 Drink lots of clear fluids such as juices, water, tea
 Cough syrup if coughing interferes with sleep
 Antibiotics will not treat viruses
The flu usually last a week, but coughing can continue for 3 -4 weeks. People with symptoms should
stay home to avoid exposing others.
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W HAT DID YOU TEACH YOUR KIDS TODAY ?
Kids learn by what they see and hear. So what did you teach your kid today? Did you teach them to respect
others, to be honest, to be someone others can count on? We often hear parents complain that kids don’t show
respect, can’t be trusted and that they just can’t count on them. When we look at the things that happen at
school events, I wonder do we (parents) stop and think about what we (parents) are teaching our kids.
In this year alone we have had parents drive though the Football gate telling the gate keeper they were
dropping off a student and then stay and watch the game. During our recent Winter Concert we had parents
stand up and leave while students were up on stage performing. We have had fans sneaking food into ball game
when there are signs posted that say no outside food or drink allowed, and of course fans yelling comments
about officials and their families. We have far more good things that have happen and great examples to follow
then these, but it only takes one negative to bring into question all of the positives.
So what have you taught your kids today? Our actions say as much as our words. There is a right way and a
wrong way to handle every situation. Teach our kids by choosing the right way. Lead by example, and expect others to do the same.
Todd Dale, Activities Director
Meskwaki High School
The cold weather is here!! Please make sure
your children are dressed for recess outside.
Our policy is that pre-k through 5th grades will
go out for recess unless the temperature is
below 10°. Please make sure your child has a
warm coat, be ki ye a ni (boots), me ne tti a ki
(mittens), wi de bi so ni (scarf) and ma ko ga
wi (hat).
A THLETIC UPDATES @
http://www.iowastarconference.org
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Art I
The end of the year is filled with holidays and excitement, but a little stress comes along with that in the
High School Art Room. . . Art I students are finishing up their projects: painting on silk, paste paper collages,
and a short drawing unit.
The painting on silk hoops or scarves is a process of using dyes and inks to create a design that incorporates
the compositional formats that students studied last month (strata/stripes, low or high horizon line, diagonal/
slanted lines, etc.) Another project has students painting corn starch paste mixed with paint on paper, texturing
it with tools, and pinning it on boards to dry. Then they cut and glue the textured papers on a board to create a
landscape with a “surprise” of some type. So far the results are promising. The final drawing unit will include
basic drawing and shading techniques, which are important to future art electives. Students might even have
time to use the new printing press.
Students are turning in all six sketchbook (homework) assignments for a grade to show their growth and improvement.
Pottery and Advanced Pottery
All pottery students are making fine progress. Pottery students just finished constructing coil pots that are
8” or taller. They have glazed ceramic “shadow boxes” inspired by Louise Nevelson. Students are also making
ceramic tube pots with coils wrapped around the outside. They continue making pottery on the wheel.
Advanced students are finishing wheel-thrown pots that have been made into animals. Next they will make a
chip and dip bowl. We hope to complete a piece of pottery that features horse hair burned onto the surface of
the pot.
All students will research a famous ceramic artist, write and present a short report about the ceramicist,
and make a final project that relates to him or her.
Middle School Art
Animals of all sizes and shapes are appearing in the art room. No, we don’t have to feed or exercise them:
they are paper mache! Students are making newspaper armatures (support structures) and wrapping them in
plaster-gauze (like a cast for one’s broken arm). Students may choose to finish the animals with paint or tissue
paper.
7-12 S CIENCE
F RED G RIFFEN
The semester is just flying by It will be over on January 8th. In science we have a few reminders. Students
should bring to class every day, Textbook, Homework, Writing Utensil, Vocabulary Notebook, and planner. Biology will be looking at animals and the different body systems and structures that they have. Life Science will finish examining animal life. Chemistry will continue to examine the periodic table, how it works, and how atoms of
different elements bond together to make substances we are familiar with. Remember if you have any questions
or need any assistance please feel free to call. My extension is 710, or email at [email protected].
7/8 R EADING
A NGIE B AIR
Mrs. Bair’s 7th and 8th grade reading class has finished Maze Runner and we attended the movie at the
Weiting Theater. I want parents to know that the students were very well behaved and cleaned up after themselves at the theater. I also want to thank the Weiting Theater for opening the doors for a private viewing for
Meskwaki Settlement School. We are now writing a paper on similarities and differences between the book and
the movie. I am hoping to do another book next semester. Happy Holidays to all of you and your families.
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With the new semester beginning in early January this year, things will be different than in past years when
we end the semester at the winter break. We will come back from break and move into final exams.
The second semester classes will change only slightly. Film Studies Class will be down to one section and two
sections of World Issues Class will be added for the first time this school year. World Issues Class will examine
a variety of topics beginning with the documentary Dakota 38 which recounts the hanging of 38 Sioux Warriors
in Mankato, Minnesota in December 1863 through the eyes of a Sioux man from South Dakota who had a vision
about the executions and organized a ride from South Dakota to Mankato to commemorate the 150th anniversary of the event and raise awareness..
World Issue Class will also examine America’s role in current world events especially as it relates to the terrorism issue. We will look at the current economic situation, examine issues such as health care, climate change
and environmental issues. Finally during the semester we will take close look at the Kennedy assassination and
Watergate, always popular topics with the students.
M/H L IBRARY
B ILL W ILSON
The Meskwaki MS/HS Library has established a section of library shelving for the graphic novels. There are
many benefits for have a great selection of graphic novels in the MS/HS library including: Building important
vocabulary with the support of images and simplified text; Offering differentiated instruction that motivate
students to explore content through a visually engaging, action-oriented format; Teaching academic content in
the core subject of Science, Math, and Social Studies; Helping students develop critical thinking skills such as
inferring and predicting, analyzing textual and visual information, interpreting meaning through symbols and
comparing and contrasting perspectives about a topic or theme. At the present time we have 112 graphic novels
that are available for check-out. Graphic novels are a valuable addition to the curriculum for all students.
An order for new library books arrived just a few days ago. Among the titles that were ordered were several award winning books, as well as books that have been recommended by both students and staff from Meskwaki School. It is the goal of this library to have the latest books available to the MS/HS students that will
motivate them to check-out and enjoy reading thus helping them with their overall school education.
Overdue book lists are produced just about every other week. It is so important that students with these
overdues act on them quickly before the book becomes lost. Thank you!
7-12 M ATH
T ERRY E YGABROAD
I would like to mention what curriculum that the math classes are covering.
 Algebra 2: Quadratic Formula, Complex Roots, and Graphing Quadratic Functions
 Algebra 1: Exponents and Polynomials
 Pre-Calculus: Rational Functions, Nonlinear Inequalities, Exponential Functions and Their Graphs and Logarithmic Functions and Their Graphs
 Statistics: Conditional Probability and the Multiplication Rule and the Addition Rule.
The students are doing a great job understanding the curriculum.
When the students come into the classroom they pick up their folders with their notes and homework, pick
up a calculator and their book. We want to start as soon as we can to utilize the class period. There is study
table from 3:30 – 4:30 on Monday through Thursday. Teachers are available for the students. Any student can
come in for extra help. The theme is to be safe, be responsible and be respectful.
P AGE 12
7-12 S OCIAL S TUDIES
A
TTI MO NI
L EAH S LICK -D RISCOLL
We are wrapping up our first semester. Seventh and eighth grade Early American History has studied a wide
range of topics this semester, from Native Civilizations before the arrival of Europeans to Spain’s Imperial region, to the British arriving and setting up “colonies”. We have also watched and discussed the first episode of
We Shall Remain “After the Mayflower” which introduces the students to King Phillips War and the beginnings
of the French and Indian War. Our first unit in the new semester will be the Revolutionary War and its effects
on Natives in the Ohio Valley.
Ninth and tenth Grade Modern American History is studying the Imperial actions of Western European Nations and America as we seek to understand what led to World War I. We are also looking at “new immigrants”
who arrived in America from the 1880’s to the 1914 and their experiences in urban centers. Our first unit of the
new semester will be World War I.
Eleventh and Twelfth grade Government students are in their very last unit, the Judicial system. We are
studying the Supreme Court, the Federal Courts, and the paradox of Native America as both 566 “sovereign nations” and “domestic dependent nations” all at once. The new semester will begin with a new course for these
students, American Indian/Native Studies in which we will explore a plethora of modern social movements and
social issues along with their ties to the past. Our first unit will be the genocidal effects of Boarding Schools.
7-12 PE/H EALTH
C HUCK L YON
Both high school and middle school physical education classes have finished up the unit over badminton.
Some students really enjoyed learning the game, and I hope they will continue learning and playing badminton
throughout their lives. During the month of January the students will be completing the unit over basketball.
This is a great activity one can play individually or in a group setting. Just like badminton, students will be learning the rules, techniques, offense, defense, and sportsmanship of the game.
The High School Health classes finished out the semester by working on a weight management and eating
behaviors unit. The students are now working on a unit covering alcohol. In this unit students will be learning how
alcohol affects the body, how it affects social and family life, the risk factors of alcoholism, and ways to get
help. Middle School Health classes are finishing up their nutrition and health unit. The 7th and 8th grade students will also be covering a unit over alcohol. The middle school students, in general, will be covering much of
the same information as the high school students. Alcohol affects millions each year, which is why it is such an
important topic to discuss with your students. Please, continue to encourage students to be active and healthy
role models within the community.
7-12 B USINESS
D ELONDA P USHETONEQUA
2015! We made it to the New Year! After a nice long break, we will be finishing up projects and finals as we
close out the first semester and begin spring semester. New quarter, new semester, and new set of classes. Classes offered this spring semester in the business department include Personal Finance, General Business, Marketing, and I will also be co teaching with Mr. Wilson for the yearbook publishing class. Working on
the yearbook includes creating pages to be used in the yearbook, and seeking donations or sponsorships to help
cover costs of publication in order to keep the price of a yearbook down.
*New year money tip*
We begin a new year and start over with birthdays, holidays, and major purchases etc. Now would be a good
time to start saving for that upcoming vacation, your relatives birthday, your new tires, fall school clothes
etc. If we know these things will be coming up and plan well in advance our pockets won’t seem so empty when
the time comes to shell out money! Think ahead, plan, and save!
Happy New Year!
P AGE 13
7-12 L ANGUAGE A RTS
A
TTI MO NI
B RIAN M URPHY
The students in Native Literature finish the semester with an extensive research project on a Native Issue
of their own choosing. After a semester of assigned reading, students finally have an opportunity to choose an
area of focus that interests them personally. The purpose of this project is to encourage students to find writers and resources for Native voices on current topics and ideas. After conducting research and writing a short
paper, students then create a Multi-Genre project that will be used to present their topic to the rest of the
class.
In Communications, students are applying the knowledge that they have learned semester in a final project.
Students are responsible for choosing a famous speech from history and analyzing the historical context (who
gave it, when it was given, why it was given, etc.) of the speech. Next, students analyze strategies used within
the speech that make it “memorable.” Finally, students must create a presentation to explain the speech to the
class (without actually giving the speech).
Middle School English completed an extensive writing course over the last several months between the creation of a Poetry Blog, writing a Problem & Solution essay, and multiple responses day-to-day in class. I can tell
that we are ready to move on when students are begging to begin our next novel (which will be Codetalkers when
they return from break). Despite some challenging moments, our middle school writers have really shown progress in their writing as they begin to develop habits to prepare them for high school.
TRU C OUNCIL
Steadman,
I just want to share my thanks and appreciation for you and the youth who helped out at today’s Veterans
dinner. This was the first time I’ve been able to take part in this event and must say that I was very impressed
not only with how the young people conducted themselves but also with their willingness to serve. The respect was there and I’m sure the Veterans felt that. It
was good for everyone to see these young people taking part, contributing, and giving back.
Please let the youth know that we greatly appreciate their assistance and that
we are very proud of them. Thanks again!
Dirk E. Whitebreast
General Manager Trainee
Meskwaki*Bingo*Casino*Hotel
P AGE 14
7-12 M ESKWAKI L ANGUAGE & C ULTURE
A
TTI MO NI
M EDIKEA , N ATENIKEGA ,
M ATTINIKEA , N EMIOWA
Room 603 MS and HS Culture Classes instructed by me, Medikea, are studying Questioning(Ni?/Ne?) and
Answering(Eei/Agi) language situations. Asking questions requires a specific intonation, otherwise it will sound
like you’re directing the other person to do it. The 2nd part is to be able to answer yes to a question basically
by answering: “Eei” and simply repeating the question as a statement. The negative answer begins with “Agi” then
applying the appropriate suffix to the action verb used in the original question. There are seven different suffixes used for the various individuals and group sizes you are responding to when you are responding negatively.
Students received resource sheets which explain these variants. The most important part of language is that
students must study, learn and understand verbs first in order to apply any part of the Meskwaki Language. Of
course, it is very important to focus during the class as it is on-sight learning and equally important to participate by constant verbalization. With that: “Have A Mewi Gidimidi!”
7-12 I NDUSTRIAL T ECH
T ODD R OBBINS
Jeffrey Royce and Eammon building east and west walls for Jill Davenport. We were looking forward to having the walls stood up by Christmas but do to a few cold weather days in November we lost some time on the job.
The east and west wall will be up next year…
The Intro to technology class are finishing up their final project for the semester. Raven is putting the finishing touches on his atti stick.
7-12 F AMILY & C ONSUMER S CIENCE
J EAN D ALESKE
We ended 2014 with lots of wonderful smells coming from our kitchens. Foods I & II made everything from
cookies to cream puffs. The Meskwaki Foods & Regalia class has been busy working on their regalia projects. Beautiful two-piece outfits are taking shape for cousins, nieces, and themselves as well as ribbon shirts
for a dad & medo. Brenda Wanatee has been a fantastic help with the lay-out and assembly, as sewing without a
pattern is all new to me. On days when we were not able to sew students did some interesting reading from
“Indian clothing of the Great Lakes”. They also had opportunity to research & create a poster of a Native
American Fashion Designer. The photos show their work in progress.
V OLUME 10 I SSUE 5
7-12 M ATH
P AGE 15
B RANDI W ESTERCAMP
Finals are right around the corner. Please encourage your students to look through their stuff and find all
their notes. They should also spend some time each night working on review problems and looking over vocab so
they can ask questions. Geometry will finish up the year with congruent triangles. Pre-Algebra will finish up
with integers or whole numbers, positive and negative. Math 7 will finish up solving equations and start geometry. Consumer Math will finish up learning about housing options from renting to buying.
7-12 C OUNSELOR
M AGARET M ESSENGER
January 28th: Youth Career Connections will be here to talk with the 11th & 12th graders during SSR.
Youth Career Connections through Iowa Valley Community College connects students to local businesses for
them to attain the appropriate skills, knowledge, personal growth, and experience in a career of their interest.
Youth Career Connections also offers relevant, work-based learning activities and information technology sectors. They offer:
 Job Shadowing and Internships
 Career Class Speakers/Interactive Speakers
 STEM Careers
 Speakers for Special Populations (career component)
 Worksite Tours
 Business Etiquette/Mock Interviews
 Career Fair/Day
Benefits to students and secondary schools:
 Opportunity to gain knowledge and skills
 Better prepare students to make informed postsecondary education and career decisions
 Provide communication and coordination in order to build and sustain relationships between employers and local
youth, the education systems, and the community at large
 Integrate services provided through the program with other career exploration-related activities such as the
student core curriculum plan and the career information and decision-making system
 Facilitate the attainment of portable credentials of value to employers such as the National Career Readiness
Certificate (NCRC ) where appropriate
 Develop work-based capacity with employers
Benefits to business and community:
 Inform students about your business
 Connect with instructors
 Provide Knowledge needed for a skilled workforce
 Motivate workforce
 Educate future employees
 Expand, promote, and enhance career workforce
 Promote career preparation for secondary schooling
 Promote your business
Upcoming worksite tour: In the spring time Youth Career Connections is hosting a Min Medical School at Marshalltown Medical Surgical Center. Students who show interest in the medical field will have the opportunity to
attend an anatomy class, meet with a doctor, and CPR class in the evening, this will be a one day activity. Transportation and lunch or provided and paid for.
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J ANUARY
2015
Mon
Tue
Breakfast is served with a choice of
milk or fruit juice. Lunch is served
with a milk choice. Milk choice includes
non-fat (flavored or unflavored) or 1%
(unflavored) milk.
Wed
Thu
Fri
5 Whole Grain Waf6 Star Spangled Panfles with Syrup, Fresh cakes, Sausage Patty,
Pineapple
Sliced Peaches
7 Whole Wheat Bagel
with Toppings, Fresh
Orange
8 Breakfast Pita with
Tomato Salsa, Fresh
Apple
Pig in a Blanket, Potato Wedges, Broccoli
w/Cheese, Fresh Apple Slices, Gelatin W/
Juice
Chicken Wrap, Spanish Brown Rice, Romaine Lettuce, Tomato Slice, Corn, Tropical Fruit, Oatmeal
Cookie
Spaghetti w/Meat
Sauce, Garlic Bread,
Garden Salad, Green
Beans, Fresh Grapes
Taco Salad, Tortilla
Chips & Tomato Salsa,
Refried Beans , Pineapple Tidbits, Cinnamon Puff (6-12)
12 Whole Grain Cereal, Yogurt Cup, Apricots
13 Biscuit & Gravy,
Fresh Grapes
14 Scrumptious Coffeecake, Applesauce
15 Western Omelet
16 French Toast
Quesadilla with Toma- Sticks with Syrup,
to Salsa, Fresh Pears Fresh Citrus Fruit Cup
BBQ Chicken Drumstick, Roll & Jelly,
Baked Beans, Sweet
Potato Fries, Fresh
Pears
White Chicken Chili,
Cornbread, Cherry
Tomatoes, Cucumber
Slices, Fresh Banana,
Honey Apple Crisp (912)
Mini Meatball Sub,
Ranch Potato Wedges,
Tossed Salad, Sliced
Peach
19 Whole Grain Cinna- 20 Whole Grain Wafmon Roll, Mandarin
fles with Syrup, PineOranges
apple Chunks
21 Breakfast Pizza,
Tropical Fruit
Cheese Pizza,
Steamed Broccoli,
Fresh Baby Carrots,
Fresh Citrus Fruit Cup
9
No School
Teacher In-service
Beef Tips w/Potatoes
& Gravy, Green Beans,
Hash Brown Patty,
Apricot Halves
22 Excellent Egg Taco 23 Whole Grain Mufwith Tomato Salsa,
fin, Fresh Banana
Graham Snacks, Fresh
Grapes
Cowboy Cavatini, Roll
& Jelly, Seasoned
Chicken Quesadilla,
Peas, Garden Salad,
Tortilla Chips, Black
Fruit Cocktail, Rice
Bean & Corn Salsa,
Crispy Bar (7-12)
Refried Beans, Fresh
Clementine
Pork Rib on a Bun,
Dark Green Leaf Lettuce, Tomato Slice,
Sweet Potato Puffs,
Sliced Pears, Royal
Brownie
Taco Soup, Tortilla
Chips & Tomato Salsa,
Broccoli Florets,
Fresh Bananas
Corn Dog, Green
Beans, Fresh Apple
Slices, Potato Wedges, Snickerdoodle (912)
26 Whole Grain Cereal, Sausage Patty,
Rosy Applesauce
27 Biscuit & Gravy,
Fresh Banana
28 Kansas Granola
Bar, Sliced Peaches
29 Chicken Biscuit
Breakfast Sandwich,
Fresh Orange
30 Pancake on a Stick,
Pineapple Chunks
Chicken Nuggets,
Whole Wheat Roll &
Jelly, Mashed Potatoes & Gravy, Tossed
Salad, Fresh Pear
Chili, Crackers, Celery
& Cucumbers, Orange Baked Ham, Angel
Smiles, Cinnamon Roll Biscuit & Jelly, Apple
Glazed Sweet Potatoes, Green Beans,
Fresh Grapes, Honey
Apple Crisp (9-12)
Macaroni & Cheese
Meatballs, Whole
Wheat Bread & Jelly
(6-12), Seasoned Peas,
Fresh Baby Carrots,
Apple Salad
Hamburger on a Bun,
Dark Green Leaf Lettuce, Tomato Slice,
Sweet Fries, Strawberries & Bananas