We had a 3rd grade student earn a RARE Award last week for working hard and getting all of his classwork done. Way to go!
We had 2 kindergarten students and a 5th grade student earn RARE Awards today. The first Kindergarten student earned his award for seeking ways to help others and working hard on his sharing skills. The second Kindergarten student has done a great job of sharing during play time. The fifth grade student displays respect, kindness and empathy towards others. She shares her creative talent with classmates and staff promoting respect, kindness and empathy! Great job to all of you!
Today we had two 6th grade girls earn RARE Awards. They showed RARE qualities 40 times this semester to earn this award. Way to go girls.
📸 Sandhills Valley Winter Sports Picture Day is Wednesday, November 19 and will take place on the Stapleton gym stage.
✅ Photos will be available to view & order within 7 days after picture day.
🚚 Free shipping for 7 days once photos go live!
Nebraska Portraits Information:
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✅ Photos will be available to view & order within 7 days after picture day.
🚚 Free shipping for 7 days once photos go live!
Nebraska Portraits Information:
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FOR SALE - GROUND BASED JAMMER: For $250 you can be the owner. Significantly discounted from a new model still being sold. Contact the school if interested.
ROOMS LAUCH FRIDAY: On Friday we will be launching the use of ROOMS, our new messaging system. Please check out the attachment, and click on the quick start guide link (https://5il.co/3se6r) for more information.
Today we had a 3rd grade student earn a RARE Award for being Accountable. He uses his time in class wisely and tries his best. Great job!
On Friday, we also had a 3rd grade student earn a RARE Award. He is a consistently courteous and patient student. Way to go!
We had 4 students from 1st grade earn RARE Awards on Friday. There were 3 boys and 1 girl. The first young man is very kind and thoughtful to his classmates. The next young man shared a snack with a classmate that didn't bring a snack. He was Empathetic. The 3rd young man also shared a snack with a classmate and reminded his teacher he had a consequence for a behavior. He was very Accountable for his actions. The young lady is Respectful. She always says please and thank-you and treats people with respect.
Events for the week of November 17:
Monday, Nov 17:
--FFA D9 Leadership Development Events at Wallace, van leaves at 6:15 am
--Start of HS Winter Sports
--JH WR at NP St. Pat's--2:00 pm, van leaves at 12:30 pm
Wednesday, Nov 19:
--Winter Sports Pictures--2:30 pm
Friday, Nov 21:
--JH WR at Mullen--11:00 am, van leaves at 9:00 am
GO MAVERICKS!!!
Monday, Nov 17:
--FFA D9 Leadership Development Events at Wallace, van leaves at 6:15 am
--Start of HS Winter Sports
--JH WR at NP St. Pat's--2:00 pm, van leaves at 12:30 pm
Wednesday, Nov 19:
--Winter Sports Pictures--2:30 pm
Friday, Nov 21:
--JH WR at Mullen--11:00 am, van leaves at 9:00 am
GO MAVERICKS!!!
On Monday we had 3 students earn RARE Awards. The sixth grade student earned it for being Respectful. The fourth grade student earned an award for Accountability. He works hard each day to complete his work and has a possitive attitude. The third grade student earned his award for being Empathetic. He is always quick to help out his classmates. What a great group of young men!
FRIENDLY STUDENT ILLNESS REMINDER: Please have students remain at home if they have a fever, and have them return once they have been fever free for 24 hours. Thank you for you help as we work through this latest round of the crud.
📸 Sandhills Valley Winter Sports Picture Day is Wednesday, November 19!
✅ Photos will be available to view & order within 7 days after picture day.
🚚 Free shipping for 7 days once photos go live!
Nebraska Portraits Information:
📞 308-530-0579 | 📧 info@nebraskaportraits.com
✅ Photos will be available to view & order within 7 days after picture day.
🚚 Free shipping for 7 days once photos go live!
Nebraska Portraits Information:
📞 308-530-0579 | 📧 info@nebraskaportraits.com
HELP WANTED: SPS is currently hiring for a Pk-12 paraeducator. Please click on the link to learn more: https://www.stapletonschools.org/page/job-opportunities
EVENTS FOR THE WEEK OF NOVEMBER 10:
Monday, November 10:
--Start of JH Basketball practice
--School Board Meeting in Library--7:00 pm
Tuesday, November 11:
--Veteran's Day Program in Main Gym--10:00 am
--JH WR at Hershey Invite--3:00 pm, van leaves at 1:15 pm
Wednesday, November 12:
--Mullen Art Show
Thursday, November 13:
--Blood Drive at Community Building--11:00 am to 5:00 pm
--JH WR at South Loup Invite--11:00 am, van leaves at 9:30 am
Friday, November 14:
--FFA Chapter Lock-in--5:00 pm to 8:00 am (Saturday)
LET'S GO MAVERICKS!!!!
BASKETBALL HOOP GIVEAWAY: We have some hoops that we will give to district patrons, due to the recent installation of new hoops. Please call the office or email to reserve one.
Yesterday we had our first 3rd grade student earn her 3rd RARE Awards this year. She earned it for using her manners consistently and respecting other's personal space. Way to go!
This week we had 2 more 6th grade students earn RARE Awards. They each displayed RARE Characteristics 40 times this year. What a great job!
PLAN TO ATTEND THE COMMUNITY FOR KIDS STAPLETON DINNER AND SURVEY REVEAL: Thursday, November 20th at the Stapleton Community Center. Doors open at 6:30pm, Dinner and presentation at 7pm. DINNER IS FREE TO THE COMMUNITY!
2026 & 2027 FOOTBALL CLASSIFICATION: Parents, athletes, and engaged patrons. The school board will be discussing whether the SVM Mavericks will play 6 man or 8 man football in 2026 and 2027 football seasons. If you have any input you'd like to give plan on attending the meeting and speaking during the public comment portion of the meeting. The meeting begins at 7pm, Monday, November 10th in the school library.