Welcome to the Panther Project

September 22nd, 2011
Kent Warneke
Editor
Norfolk Daily News

One of the most significant new additions to the Daily News’ Web site is something that I think will benefit both online users and readers of the Daily News’ print edition. I hope it especially will be of value to all those who have an interest in the Norfolk Public Schools — students, parents, grandparents and many others.

It’s called the Panther Project and it was an idea I first broached to Marlene Uhing, superintendent of schools during the 2008-2009 school year.

Don’t quote me, but here’s basically what I remember suggesting to her: “The Norfolk Public Schools has so many positive things going on throughout the district. And each of the schools has its own Web site, which does a good job. But if you’d be interested in working with the Daily News, we could help share information about the public schools and its students and faculty to many, many more people.”

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Jefferson Student Of The Month For January Is…….Aleigha Halsey!!!

January 26th, 2012

Aleigha has been chosen for student of the month for January.  Her wonderful behaviors have earned her this award.  Some of Aleigha’s wonderful characteristics are…….

  • Always helpful
  • Participates regularly and gets involved in all discussions
  • Works hard and does her very best
  • Goes above and beyond expectations
  • Follows directions
  • Respect peers, teachers, and all staff
  • Is kind to others
  • Completes all work on time
  • Makes good choices
  • Is always willing to adapt and adjust as needed
  • Stays focused
  • Is a great role model

Way to go Aleigha!   Jefferson is proud of you!!!!

 

 

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Jefferson Kindergarteners Can Count to 100!

January 26th, 2012

 Mrs. Walker and Mrs. Winkelbauer celebrated 100 days of school with their classes on Tuesday.  The students have been practicing counting every day and have finally made it to the 100th day of school.  Each of the students counted 100 pieces of food to share with the class.  They also made a very tasty necklace out of cereal.  Keep counting Kindergarten!!!!

 

 

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“100th Day” Celebration At Jefferson!

January 26th, 2012

Mrs. Thompson’s first grade class had a “100 day” party in their room on Tuesday.  They made 100 donut holes and they each counted out 100 pieces of food to put together to share with the whole class.  The students also colored some COOL 100 DAY shades!!!  Looking good first grade!!

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Jefferson First Graders Celebrate 100 Days Of School!

January 26th, 2012

Mrs. Wapelhorst’s 1st grade class celebrated 100 days of school by putting 100 piece puzzles together and gluing 100 items on a piece of paper.  Way to go 1st grade!

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Wonders of the Rainforest Visit Students

January 25th, 2012

Wildlife Encounters, with Wonders of the Rainforest,  recently visited Montessori and Westside students at Westside Elementary.  Along with  information about rainforest animals, the assembly spokespeople shared statistics about the declining rainforests and habitats for many of these animals and reptiles.  Students learned how some of the once-wild animals had become pets, but were turned over to the refuge due to inability of  the owners to care for these animals.  All-in-all, wild animals are meant to be just that, wild animals.  And wild animals should have the opportunity to live and maintain their lives in the wilderness.

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Working Hard in Preschool

January 25th, 2012
 
The Norfolk Public Preschool is a great
place to learn and have fun.
 
 
Practice makes perfect.Practice makes perfect.
 

Working on our handwriting skills.

 


A great place to learn and make new friends.

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PTO Bingo and Pizza Night

January 25th, 2012

The PTO Bingo and Pizza night was held Monday the 23rd.  We had over 270 that attended for food and fun.  Books were given as bingo prizes.  The books were provided by Title 1.  What a great night of family and fun.

 

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SOAR storybooks to preschool.

January 23rd, 2012

Seventh grade students in Mrs. Schnoor’s SOAR classes write and read storybooks for the students in Aimee Clausen’s preschool program at Lincoln Elementary. The 7th grade students are reading the books the students take home with them.

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Mrs. Gubbels’ 3rd Grade Gets Visit From “Trucker Buddy”

January 23rd, 2012

On Friday, January 20, Mr. David Anderson visited Mrs. Gubbels’ third grade classroom at Woodland Park School.  Trucker Buddy is a national program that links truckers to classrooms throughout the United States.  The trucker writes letters about his travels and adventures on the road.  Students are able to follow his travels on maps and write to him as he travels.  Mr. Anderson visited a couple of weeks ago, but this time he brought his truck.  Students were able to tour the truck and become experts on truck facts.

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Golden Sower Book Contest At Jefferson

January 19th, 2012

Jefferson 4th graders are reading their way through the 10 nominated books for the 2011-2012 Golden Sower Award in their grade level.  Each time a student reads one of the nominees and then takes an AR quiz over that book, they are awarded with a sticker to place on their card.  Once a student has read 4 of the books, they are eligible to vote for their favorite to win the award.  The students have most of the school year to read the books.  Voting will take place in April.  Pictured is Ethan, who already has 4 stickers!  Way to go!!

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