School Happenings

For the second year in a row, we received a fabulous response to the annual PTA Reflections contest. Students tackled the theme, “The World Would Be a Better Place If . . .” with startling creativity. Thank you to the many participants of this year’s contest. Your work and effort was inspiring. Student entries are now on display in the primary display cases in the school, and we’ll be up for the next several weeks. On Monday, during the ...

As of the writing of this post, the Armstrong students had sold right around 2000 items and met the goal we set as part of our yearly PTA fundraiser. Additionally, the Utes beat the Cougars 112 to 68 in the touchdown contest. Both schools will be happy to know what the results would have been had the game traditional football game been played this year—perhaps the Utes will be happier than the Cougs. Thank you to everyone who was able to ...

Cecelia Heiner (Mrs. Rogers) - Cecelia is a top eagle because she is always helpful! She always has a smile and is a great friend to everyone. Parker Creager (Mrs. Hind) - He always thinks outside the box.  He is on task and is always someone I can count on to be a leader. I think he is absolutely terrific. Javier Miranda (Mrs. Fisher) - Javier always does his best work and is kind. Connor Isom (Ms. Johansen) - Connor has worked so hard ...

They began as a number of promises the Armstrong educators wanted to make to each other. However, having engaged in more than a year’s worth of “launch-explore-discuss” STEM lesson designs, we’ve realized how very applicable the Armstrong Collective Commitments are to our students. And, even parents can model these commitments as they work with their students. They are: I am responsible for my own learning. I will feel safe to try, fail, ...

On account of the tremendous support from the Armstrong School Community Council (SCC) and the current LAND Trust plan, Armstrong teachers have three 45-minute blocks each week to sit down with their grade-level team and collaborate on four critical questions. These are: What do we want want our students to learn? How will we know when each student has learned it? How will we respond when some students don’t learn? How can we extend and ...

The 2014 PTA Fundraiser is underway, and, for a little added fun, this year’s installment pits the University of Utah against Brigham Young University. As was announced in the fundraiser kickoff assembly, because the Utes and Cougars won’t be playing this year, they need to know who would have won the game had it taken place. We want the Armstrong students to help predict the final score by earning 3 yards for their favorite team every time ...

Spencer Dillenbeck (Mrs. Rogers) - He has awesome behavior! Spencer is kind to others and is very helpful. He also does his best work! Lana Lewis (Mrs. Hind) - She is one terrific little gal! Lana always follows directions and does her best work on assignments. I can always count on Lana to be a helper and leader in our classroom. Brandon Aremu (Mrs. Fisher) - Trying hard to get "3s" on his contract. Following directions! John ...

Next Wednesday marks the second annual Armstrong Walk-to-School Day. Come join the fun and make a difference with your “One Small Step.” You may start walking at the regular time, or you can join the “Ride and Stride” event that will begin walking from the Zupas parking lot (2927 S 5600 W). That parade will begin at 8:10. Small changes in how you get to school can make a big difference in your health and the environment. Make your small ...

We’re pleased to announce the Community Council for the upcoming school year. Elections for the vacant slots were held from Tuesday to Thursday last week, and we now have a complete Council once again. The School Community Council consists of elected parent/guardian and employee representatives who work together with the principal to increase student achievement. By law, the Council is responsible to review school data and develop plans for ...