It’s Teacher Appreciation Week & what a better way to start it off than by this video put together by a parent for Ms. Lane and Miss Hunter.
“This year has not ended the way we wanted or expected. However, that does not take away how much we love and appreciate you and all you have done for our kids. They love you and miss you which is a testament to how much they have enjoyed Kindergarten. So, while graduation may be on hold, here is something for you & for our kids...” 🤍
https://youtu.be/f28LQosyehg
Happy Sunday, Calumet! Today we are shining our spotlight on Coach Mayfield!
*Hometown: Erick , Ok.
*College Attended: Southern Nazarene
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 4
*What grade/classes do you teach? PreK- 6th grade PE, 3/4 & 5/6 girls basketball, & JH/HS basketball 🏀
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? STATE CHAMPIONSHIP IN 2017 🏆 🏀
*What are 3 of your favorite things? Watching my kids do anything, fishing with my wife, and watching my players be successful in games.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? Stay safe and I miss them dearly.
Get outside and shoot some shots and dribble the basketball!
Calumet FFA students fighting hunger!
Our spotlight is on Mrs. Young today!
*Hometown: Poteau, OK
*College Attended: Graduated from NWOSU
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 10 years
*What grade so you teach? Second Grade
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? When teaching Music it was designing, building and having students perform for the Haunted House. We had too much fun scaring people! Exhausting, but very memorable!
*What is something unique about yourself? My great grandfather was a preacher, my grandfather was a preacher, my father was a preacher, and now I’m married to a preacher. My students will say, “We can tell, you’re a little ‘preachy’ in class!”
*What are 3 of your favorite things? Spending time with family, playing the piano, and taking in the sun.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet?
Covid-19 of 2020, We will all remember this year! (Whether we want to or not.)If you missed your prom,graduation,or something else meaningful,I‘m hurting for you. I am grieving for what we lost, but remember you have a wonderful life ahead, a promising future, and many more memories to make. Make the most of your tomorrows!
🗣 Share the good news! 🗣
The meal program will CONTINUE into the month of June! 🍪🍞🧀🍎
Pet Show & Tell was a reading goal 3rd grade was working towards before distance learning began so we made it work this morning!! So good to see their smiling faces!
Don't forget about this opportunity!
ACT Bootcamp for Students
Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2020
Students can attend our free ACT Bootcamp session and join one of our expert instructors as they deliver ways to tackle some of the most common question types on the ACT!
Sign Up: http://mkto-ab080206.com/x0E0000N00N8ZlZ0k9AzXRz
It's happening! Senior Graduation will be May 29th at 7:00 PM in the High School Gym.
Social Distancing efforts will be made to provide a safe environment for everyone.
Wellness check: How is everyone doing? Students, please complete this google form to let us know. Be honest. We are here for you!
https://forms.gle/RdRfGy5w38WUeYMD9
Happy Monday, Chieftains! Coach Foster is in the spotlight today!
*Hometown: Davis, OK
*College Attended: Oklahoma State University (Go Pokes!!)
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 2 years
*What grade/classes do you teach? High School Math (Geometry, Algebra 2, Consumer Math), 7th Grade Computers, Head Softball Coach, & Assistant Basketball Coach.
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? Being a part of a wonderful school and community!
*What is something unique about yourself? I taught myself to juggle when I was in college.
*What are 3 of your favorite things? My cats (Peaches and Lucy), Sweet Tea, and Mexican food!
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? I miss you guys and look forward to seeing you soon!
Congrats to Gunner Snowden and Ryan Island!
Happy Friday! We are celebrating by shining our spotlight on Mr. Young!
*Hometown: El Reno? (I moved a lot.)
*College Attended: Southwestern Oklahoma State University
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 3 Years
*What grade/classes do you teach OR what is your job description? High School Computers and Technical Director
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? Getting to photograph State basketball games from the sidelines.
*What is something unique about yourself? I went to 7 different schools before I graduated from El Reno in 2007.
*What are 3 of your favorite things? Coke. Coffee. Movies.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? I think I actually miss you guys? idk. I'm really struggling internally with that one.
Our spotlight is shining on Coach Axton today!
*Hometown: Battiest, OK
*College Attended: Southeastern Oklahoma State University
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 7
*What classes do you teach? JH and HS Math, girls basketball, cross country and track and field.
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? Seeing students and athletes achieve something they’ve worked so hard for.
*What is something unique about yourself? I went trick or treating until I was 22, I have 4 siblings, I watch the local news daily, I dislike change so much that I drive 5 hours to go to the dentist and before I came to Calumet, I lived in a camper for 6 years.
*What are 3 of your favorite things? Basketball, peanut butter, and summer vacations.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? Keep learning something during this time off. Even if it’s not school related, just learn something new. Step out of your comfort zone a little, work toward some goals you have and do something for someone else. Be yourself and get your maximum potential.
Staff Spotlight is on Mrs. Bass! 👩🏼🏫
*Hometown: El Reno
*College Attended: USAO & Mid-America Christian University
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 3 Years!
*What grade/classes do you teach OR what is your job description? High School Resource
*What are 3 of your favorite things? My kids & family, watching my kids play sports, and the Dallas Cowboys.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? You are all amazing people, capable of anything you put your mind too. Believe in yourself and strive for the best.
Senior FFA Spotlight Jake Percival
Today’s spotlight is shining on Stacie Evans!
*Hometown: Technically Spencer, OK. But I went to school in Choctaw!
*College Attended: Southwestern Oklahoma State University
*How many years have you been at Calumet? Just finishing up my first year!
*What grade/classes do you teach OR what is your job description? I'm the PreK-12 School Counselor and District Testing Coordinator.
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? Watching how excited the town was for basketball playoffs was fun!
*What is something unique about yourself? I can type quickly even if someone is talking to me, and I can respond to them while still typing.
*What are 3 of your favorite things? Taking walks with my husband and dogchild, reading/listening to books, and Harry Potter anything.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? I hope you all are doing well, staying healthy, and enjoying your time at home! We (the teachers and staff) may not be able to see you at school right now, but we are still here for you and are definitely thinking about all of you.
Sr Spotlight, Lauren Young FFA President
We want you to know that you can still order yearbooks online.
This has been a very unique year, so you're going to want your own copy!
Link to order:
https://www.jostens.com/apps/store/productBrowse/1047774/Calumet-High-School/2020-Yearbook/2019083104292032070/CATALOG_SHOP/
Wacky Wednesday!
Today’s staff spotlight is for Andra Jones!
*Hometown: Geary, Oklahoma
*How many years have you been at Calumet? 2 years!
*What is your job description? I have worked in the 3yr old program and Pre-K as a teacher’s assistant.
*What is your favorite memory while working at Calumet? Watching all the kids during the hundredth day celebrations!
*What is something unique about yourself? I love to braid hair and I can pretty much do any kind of braid but my girls don't like me doing their hair anymore!
*What are 3 of your favorite things? My kids, reading, and drawing.
*What would you like to tell the students at Calumet? I miss seeing you all and miss all the hugs from the Pre-k class & I can't wait to see you all again. ❤️
