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Students Study Rock Formations
Students in Earth Science classes at Haslett High School went on a field trip to Grand Ledge on October 25. They hiked at Fitzgerald Park and Oak Park to learn about rock outcrops and various types of formations, and gathered data to determine if there was a pattern to the fractures in the rocks. This field experience aligned well with the first semester geology focus of Earth Science.
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Ralya Students Visit MSU Gardens
Over the past several weeks, fourth grade students from Ralya visited the MSU children's gardens to learn about plant structures. Students were able to grow their own lettuce and use the scientific method to collect data to help determine the best lettuce for consumption. The students also spent time learning about pollinators, photosynthesis, plant adaptations and which structures help with reproduction.
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Stratford Festival Artists Visit HHS
Artists from the Stratford Festival of Ontario, Canada, visited students in Mrs. Cull's English classes at Haslett High School. Students learned how to analyze and interpret Shakespeare's language using physical movement, music, and images, and had the opportunity to write 'rap' sonnets to the beat of iambic pentameter. Read more...
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Murphy Rocks!
On Thursday, October 24, Murphy fifth graders performed “Rock and Roll Forever” for their families. Students sang and danced to songs from the 1950's and early 1960's. The musical was a celebration of how Rock and Roll began and featured songs from Elvis, Little Richard, The Beatles and the Beach Boys. The musical was packed with rock and roll history and fun facts, and featured an original theme song and five rock and roll hits.
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Regional Champs!
Congratulations to the Haslett High School varsity boys cross country team for winning the CAAC Red Division Regional Championship! The event was held October 25 and 26 at Uncle John's Cider Mill in St. Johns. This is the second year in a row the Vikings have won the regional championship!
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Special Olympics Bowling
On Monday, October 21, 2019, students from Haslett Middle School participated in Special Olympics Bowling at Royal Scot in Lansing. Students were joined by Haslett Middle School LINKS, families and teachers as they bowled two games. Students were given ribbon awards for their high scores and certificates for many spares and strikes! GO VIKINGS! Students from Haslett Middle School will participate in Special Olympics Unified Bowling on November 23, 2019 at Royal Scot.
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Pastries With Parents
On October 8 and 9, Murphy Elementary School families were invited to “Pasties With Parents” where families could shop at the Scholastic Book Fair and then visit the Multi-purpose room to enjoy a donut with their children. Each day was a success as over 400 donuts were enjoyed. The Murphy PTO sponsored the event.
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Be Nice Program at Murphy
On October 7, 2019 Murphy held a Monday Morning Meeting in the gym. Mrs. Poplar, school counselor and social worker, reintroduced the be.nice program. Be.nice teaches people to notice, invite, challenge, and empower themselves and others. How you treat someone can have a direct effect on how they think, act, and feel about themselves. Read more...
