Congratulations BC Wildcats GBB on earning a berth in the State tourney for the first time since 2013! Our school schedule will change this week. We will have school all day on Wednesday (no early dismissal) but we will dismiss at 1:40 pm on Thursday to attend the tournament in Jamestown and there will be no school on Friday, March 7th. Other tourney info will be announced later.
Happy Public School Week!
Please contact Leeds School if interested.
The 8th graders used their problem-solving skills in English to complete a Valentine's Day digital escape room. Anless was our winner!!!
The algebra 2 class solved a riddle to put together an equation, the love formula, just in time for Valentine's Day. Then they explored how to manipulate their hearts into different sizes and shapes.
Six Leeds students from 7th and 8th grade participated in the Benson County Chapter MathCounts competition on Wednesday, February 12th in Minnewaukan. Westley placed 1st overall, Leila 3rd, and Anslee 5th. The team of Drew, Benjamin, Leila, and Westley placed 2nd.
The 7th graders practiced poetry writing today by making Valentine's Day cards for someone special. They used dip pens, stamps, and stencils to create cards and brainpower to write poems.
Parent-Teacher Conferences – Wednesday, February 12th 📢
Mark your calendars! Parent-Teacher Conferences will be held on Wednesday, February 12th, from 4:00 – 9:00 PM.
📚 High School Conferences – First come, first serve in each teacher’s classroom. If a teacher is in a conference, please use the designated waiting area outside their room to respect the privacy of other families.
🍎 Elementary Conferences – By appointment only. Please use the link below to schedule your child’s conference with their teacher.
We look forward to seeing you and working together to support our students’ success! 💙📖
https://www.signupgenius.com/index.cfm?go=c.SignUpSearch&eid=08C3CEDDF8C4FB6208&cs=09CBBADC8FB88B117B0764035BB49BCCFDCE&sortby=l.title
Leeds School has a long-term substitute teacher position immediately available in our Pre-Kindergarten room. Our Pre-K meets from 8:20-3:20 on Monday, Wednesday, and Thursday. Please contact the school at 466-2461 if interested.
Winter Thaw - Cont.
Thank you to the PTO for our Winter Thaw yesterday! The Students and Staff were treated to Hot Cocoa and Rice Krispie Bars. It was a great way to warm up during a cold day!
Our virtual flight program is a huge hit. Students are flying f18 jets over Leeds today
Due to the boys BB game on Feb. 13, we will move our Spring P/T conferences to Wednesday, Feb. 12th, from 4-9 pm.
Leeds school got a new piece of technology to try out. Our NESC coop has dropped off an aviation unit for us to try out. This unit consist of flight simulators, virtual reality headsets, drones, and GPS units that the Invention and Innovation students will get to learn more about
Ag Mechanics class are working on horse shoe projects. Some students are building boot racks, garden hose holders, crosses, and American flags using these. Thank you Mrs. Eberle for donating the horse shoes.
7th and 8th graders are getting practice in with measuring and using hammers and saws before they start their tool box projects.
Leeds School will dismiss at 1:30 pm today. We will run our town routes after school but buses will not be doing the rural routes. Students should go to their storm homes if needed. Parents can pick up their children early. Please call the school if you have questions. Be safe everyone.
Reminder, no school on Monday. Teachers will be attending the Benson-Wells-Ramsey PLC Day in Maddock.
Come Support your #1 Ranked Lady Wildcats as they take on #9 Ranked Hatton/Northwood tonight in Maddock. Jr High Starts at 4:30pm, followed by JV and Varsity. It's cold out there... Theme is WHITE OUT! This is a Big One... So BE LOUD!
Subject: Update on PowerSchool Security Incident
Date: January 9, 2024
Dear Parents and Guardians,
We want to provide an update on the PowerSchool security incident affecting school systems nationwide. The investigation, in collaboration with PowerSchool, is ongoing, and while we are working to determine the full impact, here’s what we know so far:
· Access Restored: PowerSchool access for users outside the state network (STAGEnet) was restored today, January 9, at 5 PM CST with heightened security protocols in place.
· Investigation Ongoing: We are working to confirm the exact scope of the incident, including the specific data fields affected and the total number of impacted student and staff records.
Out of an abundance of caution, we recommend changing your PowerSchool password to ensure your account’s security. We will share additional updates as more information becomes available.
Thank you for your patience and understanding.
If you have questions or concerns, or for more information on good password hygiene the PowerSchool-provided FAQs (https://www.edutech.nd.gov/services/powerschool).
Sincerely,
Robyn Eberle
Principal