School of Innovation

SMALL DEEDS, BIG HEARTS We can't let the day end without sharing how proud we are of these kids for their work with Meals on Wheels! Sometimes, small deeds done with big hearts have the most impact! These kids are going to change the world! Just wait...

ACADEMIC TEAM The Wurtland Middle School Academic Team coaches would like to share how incredibly proud they are of the efforts of Wurtland Middle School students during yesterday evening's Quick Recall match against Raceland-Worthington. They would like to also congratulate the following students for placing in written assessments: SCIENCE Waylon Hall - First Place Daniel Smith - Third Place Jaxon Ream - Fourth Place SOCIAL STUDIES Waylon Hall - First Place Bayla Blevins - Third Place Amelia Westfall - Fourth Place ARTS AND HUMANITIES Addison Daniels - First Place Kennedy Melvin - First Place Jocelyn Westfall - Fourth Place LANGUAGE ARTS Briley Parrish - Second Place Carmen Talamantez - Third Place Bayla Blevins - Sixth Place MATHEMATICS Brayden Gillum - First Place Jaylynn Clapper - Second Place Jarin Shackelford - Third Place IT'S A GREAT DAY TO BE A WILDCAT!

MEALS (AND WILDCATS) ON WHEELS Today, our Wildcats started participating in a new service project: weekly delivieries for Meals on Wheels. To say we are excited about this is an understatement! Today, students completed fifteen deliveries, and we can’t wait for next week!

HOSPITALITY AND TOURISM Students in Mrs. Shannon's Hospitality and Tourism class recently made homemade ice cream. They enjoyed learning the process and tasting their final creations. They look forward to making ice cream a second time and refining their recipe! Great work!

THE WILD ROBOT Seventh-grade students recently read "The Wild Robot" written by Peter Brown. As an extension activity, several students worked to create their own robot inspired by illustrations in the book. This collaborative art project is made entirely from recycled materials: boxes, shipping, paper, masking tape, and deconstructed floral pieces once belonging to former Superintendent Sherry Horsley. Upon completion of the novel, students went on a field trip to see the filmed version of the text at the Wheelersburg Cinema. This has been an amazing learning adventure for our Wildcats!

WEST VIRGINIA MAKES FESTIVAL If you find yourself on the campus of Marshall University today, please stop and see our Wildcats at the West Virginia Makes Festival. Students are representing our Career and Technical Education classes with a variety of product sales. 🟢🟡

RED, WHITE, AND BLUE In honor of Veterans Day on Monday, November 11, we would like to encourage all visitors, students, faculty, and staff to wear Red, White, and Blue as we celebrate our American heroes during our annual celebration.

SHAWNEE GAME CONFERENCE Students in Mr. Haywood’s STEM Builders class recently attended the Shawnee Game Conference hosted at Shawnee State University. In working to leverage gaming for educational purposes, our Wurtland Middle School students were invited to attend this amazing experience! Students were given a private tour of the eSports arena by a Greenup County graduate and learned about gaming-related opportunities right in their own backyards! AS ALWAYS, it was a great day to be a Wildcat! We appreciate Shawnee State University for providing us with this amazing opportunity! https://www.facebook.com/reel/534520866036937

COLLEAGUE CREDIT Ms. Jujuana Hieneman shares that she was recently checking-out at a local store when she noticed she had left her wallet in the car. When she returned with her wallet, she was informed that a friend had paid for her items. She looked and discovered that her co-worker, Carla Moore, had purchased her items - what a friend! Thank you, Carla, for helping her in a time of need! Also, after arguing about it, Ms. Hieneman shares that she re-paid Carla and added a pack of M&Ms for a sweet treat! We're a family at Wurtland Middle School!

WILDCAT OF THE WEEK Mrs. Ciera Vanover shares that another student was recently struggling with an assignment, and Evelyn took time to assist the student without being asked. Way to be a leader, Evelyn! We are proud of you!

ROSE VALLEY ANIMAL PARK EdRising students recently accompanied Wurtland Elementary School kindergarteners during a trip to Rose Valley Animal Park. Our students served as amazing chaperones and met some furry friends along the way.

ROLLING WITH KINETIC ENERGY Students in Mr. Scott Bowling's seventh-grade science classes have been working to explore potential and kinetic energy through rollercoaster models. These models demonstrate energy transformations. This looks like fun and hands-on learning!

SIXTH-GRADE SCIENCE Students in Mr. Haywood's sixth-grade science classes have been working hard to learn about convection currents. They recently completed the hot portion of a laboratory activity. Great work, Wildcats!

TRUNK-OR-TREAT GRATITUDES Wurtland Elementary School and Wurtland Middle School would like to extend sincere notes of appreciation to the following individuals for supporting our annual Storybook Trunk-or-Treat event: KENTUCKY FARMER'S BANK GREENUP LIONS CLUB MARK'S BODY SHOP LITTLE CAESAR'S PIZZA (GREENUP) STULTZ PHARMACY KENTUCKY FARM BUREAU INSURANCE - CLAUDE QUILLEN MYRA AND SANDY MOSSER WURTLAND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL FACULTY AND STAFF WURTLAND MIDDLE SCHOOL FACULTY AND STAFF We would also like to extend a sincere note of thanks to every trunk sponsor. Every year, this event continues to grow, and we have the opportunity to watch our children enjoy a night filled with smiles and community. Please know that you are truly appreciated. Together, we are making a difference. It's the Warrior Way. It's the Wildcat Way. It's the Wurtland Way.

JOB VACANCY At Wurtland Middle School, we currently have a vacancy for the position of an instructional aide. Should you be interested, please contact Principal Brandi Litteral or Assistant Principal Melissa Bowling. You may also apply online: https://www.greenup.kyschools.us/page/employment

THE ONE WHERE YOUR ELEMENTARY COUNSELOR COMES FOR A VISIT... When the whole elementary school comes for a visit and Mrs. Roberts can't make it, she comes for a lunchtime visit. Can you feel the excitement in these pictures?! Thank you, Mrs. Roberts! We love you! ❤️

COOKIN' AND LEARNIN' In cooking class, students learn hands-on skills to prepare a variety of dishes. Guided by instructors, they work in small groups, practicing food preparation techniques, cooking methods, and presentation. Students gain confidence in the kitchen, develop teamwork skills, and explore flavors and cuisines. The class often ends with a shared meal, where students taste their creations and receive feedback, making cooking both an educational and enjoyable experience. How amazing is this?!

ON THE CASE WITH FINGERPRINTS Students in Mrs. Dornon's science classes have been on the case with fingerprints. They have been using genetic traits to catch criminals in their most recent laboratory activity. This looks like engaging learning at its finest!

TRICK-OR-TREAT, THIS IS SWEET Yesterday, our friends from Wurtland Elementary were treated to a hallway trick-or-treat at Wurtland Middle School. Our students and faculty distributed candy and fun items to an array of spooky guys and ghouls! This has been a great Spooky Season!

CAREER AND TECHNICAL EDUCATION STUDENT OF THE WEEK Mr. Scott Bowling shares that Logan has distinguished himself as a leader in Industrial Arts and is working hard to develop new woodworking skills. Keep building, Logan! We are proud of you!