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Did you know that Whittier Middle School started as a small, one-room school house known as "The School East of the River?" It stood on the southwest corner of fifth and Franklin on the east side of the street, facing south. Throughout the years, they gradually added rooms and buildings. They moved students from building to building by wagon across the Prairie. What a sight that must have been! We have access to all these amazing photos and notes thanks to Lucia Watson, who was one of the first pupils of the old Whittier school, and later became a teacher. We are excited to share more Whittier history every throwback Thursday!

The votes are in! Romance book lovers of Whittier Middle School have spoken... Team Jeremiah wins!

"The Summer I Turned Pretty" series has become very popular thanks to the TV series adaptation... if you're missing your new weekly Wednesday episodes come check out the books at the library! Are youTeam Conrad or Team Jeremiah?

P.S. Mrs.Brooke is Team Conrad! ;)

Monday Motivation from Whittier Middle School

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Ms. Simpson had fun with her 6th grade Resource Math class this week! Students were given a check with THEIR name on for $1M and a worksheet to track their spending. They HAD to purchase a home, a vehicle and a 4 year college education. Leftover money was theirs to spend or save. They started with choosing a city to live in and then used Zillow to find their house.
Things we learned:
1. How to research
2. Different cities have a BIG impact on cost
3. Cars are expensive...motorcycles are "cheap" 🤣
4. College is EXPENSIVE but worth it!
5. How to do practical math with large numbers
6. How to keep a running tally

Whittier Words of Wisdom from 1957-1958:
"Do all the good you can,
By all the means you can,
In all the ways you can,
In all the places you can,
At all the times you can,
To all the people you can,
As long as every you can."

Great job Wolverines!

Monday Motivation from Whittier Middle School

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Throwback Thursday: Whittier Middle School has been rockin' our Blue and White school colors since 1956-1957 and we've never looked back!

Our attendance rates are continuing to improve year after year, week after week. Good job Wolverines!

September is Attendance Awareness Month. Regular routine is a key factor for children’s emotional wellbeing. School attendance plays a big role in creating a predictable, stable life and sets your child up for academic success.

If your student seems to be disengaged in school or averse to attending, it’s time to check-in on their mental health. Students may be avoiding school due to anxiety or other mental health concerns. Other symptoms to look out for include stomach aches, headaches, trouble sleeping, and changes in eating habits.

Talk with your school’s nurse, counselor, or social worker to see what supports are available to help keep your child in school. You can also find mental health treatment for your child at: https://sdbehavioralhealth.gov/mental-health/treatment.



#SDBehavioralHealth #MentalHealth #YouthMentalHealth #MentalHealthMatters”

Monday Motivation from Whittier Middle School

September is Attendance Awareness Month! Whittier Middle School is here to support you and your child in achieving great attendance this year. We are already off to a great start, so let's keep it going!

Visit attendanceworks.org for more information and free resources

Come on down to Skate City for the Glow School Spotlight Skate on Friday, September 12th with this coupon! Must have a student ID, this coupon, or a photo of this coupon to receive a discount.

Here's a look at this week at Whittier Middle School... lots of sports games - go wolverines!

Here's a look at this week at Whittier (September 1st-September 5th).
Enjoy your short week!

Reminder: No school on Monday for Labor Day
Hope you enjoy your long weekend and we'll see you back on Tuesday!