Ustach Announcements

THURSDAY, JANUARY 15, 2026

This month we’re focusing on Commitment... showing up even when you don’t feel like it. Basketball legend Michael Jordan once said, “I can accept failure, everyone fails at something. But I can’t accept not trying.” Today’s challenge: Give your best effort in every class today, even if it’s not your favorite.
Jewelry Making Academy Tuesdays and Thursdays after school in Room 42.
Come join the all new Card Game Academy! It begins next week on Thursdays after school. Sign up in Room 73.
Stop Motion Academy starts on January 19th! Anyone interested needs to come by Mr. Barlow’s Classroom - Rm 202 Before or After school for more information.
Love animals? Come join the Vet Science Academy on Tuesdays after school. Sign up in Room 73. See you next week!
The Brainy Gamers club meets in Room 71, Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. Come over and join us!
Art Academy is canceled today, but will resume next week!
Come by the stage today during both lunches to write out a note of appreciation to any staff member on campus to be displayed on our gratitude board.
Head over to the Ustach Google Classroom and answer some questions for the yearbook! They will be open until Friday.
Attention Video Game Academy Students: If Mr. Ramirez has already told you that you are in the club for the spring, you’re all set! If you haven’t had that conversation yet, please stop by the back office to renew your membership with a permission slip. For new members, a limited number of permission slips are still available—don’t wait, as they’re going fast! The first meeting is next Thursday, January 22nd.
If you ordered an 8th grade sweatshirt, they are here. Come to room 47 during break or lunch to pick up.

Athletic News:

7th and 8th Grade Boys Basketball Game today @ Ustach VS Oakdale. 7th Grade starts at 345pm then 8th Grade will be after.
Wrestling practice is today from 6:00-8:00 pm.

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable!

WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 14, 2026 (Early Dismissal @ 1:40)

Winds practice 2-5pm
The library will be closed today during both lunches.
Jewelry Making Academy Tuesdays and Thursdays after school in Room 42.
Come join the all new Card Game Academy! It begins next week on Thursdays after school. Sign up in Room 73.
Stop Motion Academy starts on January 19th! Anyone interested needs to come by Mr. Barlow’s Classroom - Rm 202 Before or After school for more information.
Love animals? Come join the Vet Science Academy on Tuesdays after school. Sign up in Room 73. See you next week!
Cozy Crafts Academy is every Tuesday and Thursday in Room 41!
The Brainy Gamers club meets in Room 71, Tuesdays and Thursdays after school. Come over and join us!
Art Academy is canceled this Thursday, but will resume next week!
Head over to the Ustach Google Classroom and answer some questions for the yearbook! They will be open until Friday.
Kodiaks, this is your chance to shine! We’re accepting student art submissions to decorate the Kodiak Ticket Store. Show off your Kodiak pride and our Kodiak Code—Respectful, Responsible, and Reliable. Turn in your artwork on Fridays at the Kodiak Ticket Store. The final deadline is Friday, January 30th. And yes… There are prizes for the top 3 designs! Mrs. Cogdill will be hosting Kodiak Times for working on your art starting next week. If you need paper, come by Mrs. Hernandez’ Room 99.
Hi Kodiaks! Do you enjoy playing Nintendo Switch games or want to learn what “Salute the Sun” means? Join the Video Game Academy to play Smash Bros., Mario Kart, and many more games with fellow Kodiaks. See Mr. Ramirez at break or lunch for a permission slip — spots are limited and first come, first served! Our first meeting is January 22nd!
Athletic News:
7th Grade Boys Basketball Practice today from 430-630pm in the gym
There is no wrestling practice today, the next practice will be tomorrow at 6:00 pm.

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable!

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2026

Stop Motion Academy starts on January 19th! Anyone interested needs to come by Mr. Barlow’s Classroom - Rm 202 Before or After school for more information.
Flag Fusion Academy 3:15-4:15pm
Head over to the Ustach Google Classroom and answer some questions for the yearbook!
Jewelry Academy Tuesdays and Thursdays after school in Room 42.
Come join the all new Card Game Academy! It begins next week on Thursdays after school. Sign up in Room 73.
Love animals? Come join the Vet Science Academy on Tuesdays after school. Sign up in Room 73. See you next week!
Creative Calm Academy starts today after school in Mrs. Rast’s Class room 47 at 3:30.
Come by the stage Thursday during both lunches to write out a note of appreciation to any staff member on campus to be displayed on our gratitude board.
If you haven’t purchased your yearbook make sure to do that soon!!!! You don’t want to miss the end of the year signing party. Only those with a purchased yearbook will be able to attend.
Come join Mindful Makers Academy with Mrs. Landa after school today in Room 107. This is a creative, calming space where you’ll make positive posters for our campus, practice mindfulness to help your body and brain focus, and relax with mandala coloring and other creative activities. See you there!
Calling all Kodiak artists! We’re looking for student artwork to decorate our Kodiak Ticket Store. Your artwork should show Kodiak school spirit and highlight our Kodiak Code: Be Respectful, Responsible, and Reliable. Artwork can be turned in on Fridays at the Kodiak Ticket Store, and the deadline to submit art is Friday, January 30th. There will be prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place entries—so get creative!
Hi Kodiaks! Looking for a cool place to hang out and escape the cold? Stop by Kodiak Connections during lunch in Room 201. Don’t forget to grab a pass from the supervisor in the quad area. Hope to see you there!

Athletic News:

7th Grade Boys Basketball Practice today from 330-530pm in the gym
Wrestling practice starts today at 4, if you were unable to attend yesterday’s meeting please show up today and grab a sports packet from the back office as soon as possible

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable!

MONDAY, JANUARY 12, 2026

Happy New Year, Kodiaks!! We hope you had an amazing winter break filled with fun and relaxation. It’s a new year and a new month! January’s new character trait of the month is Commitment... it means sticking with something even when the excitement wears off. As author James Clear reminds us, “You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.” Today’s challenge: Write down one goal for this week and take the first small step toward it today. Let’s make 2026 a year full of growth in character!
Happy first school day of 2026, Kodiaks! Today we kick off the year by revisiting the code that makes our school awesome. During the first few minutes of each class, you’ll be reviewing what it means to be a Kodiak and the commitments we make to each other every day. Keep an eye out for some new iconic Ustach videos along the way! Our character trait of the month is COMMITMENT, so let’s start strong and commit to showing up, doing our part, and making Ustach the best school ever!
Stop Motion Academy starts Tomorrow! Anyone interested needs to come by Mr. Barlow’s Classroom - Rm 202 Before or After school for more information.
Colorguard Practice 5-8pm
Winds Practice 3:15-5:30pm

Athletic News:

Wrestling meeting today after school in the cafeteria. Parents can attend if available. Anyone interested please join the meeting! Wrestling is coed 6th-8th grades

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable!