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Daily Announcements

FRIDAY, APRIL 10, 2026

• Today is the deadline for 6th and 7th graders to turn in applications for all year-long electives. Be sure you complete the application process by today! Teachers, if you have any student recommendation forms, please put them in the appropriate teacher’s box by today.
• Calm Academy in Mrs. Rast’s class is canceled for today.
• All 7th graders that are still interested in being a WEB leader next year AND have not turned in their applications need to do so by today!
• 8th graders…Tickets are on sale now for the 8th grade promotion trip.  This year we are going to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!  PLEASE read the permission slip carefully and ask Mrs. Dean any questions that you may have.  You can purchase your tickets online or at the student store; make sure you bring a signed permission slip to the student store when you purchase your tickets and if you purchase online, drop your permission slip off to Mrs. Dean in room 47.
• Don’t forget to sign up for your Flex Time for next week!
• It’s spring, and it’s time for us Kodiaks to “Spring Into Kindness!” You will have a chance to purchase a Kodiak Kindness Gram to give to someone on campus: students, staff or even yourself! Maybe you’d like to buy one for an 8th grader to celebrate their promotion! These cute little spring bunnies will cost $2 each and sales start on Monday at the Student Store. They will be delivered to classrooms the following week. 
• Students applying for Leadership positions, please make sure to bring your signed information sheet to Mrs. Guinnane in room 95 before 3:15 today.
• Attention Kodiaks! Yesterday, the Video Game Academy hosted its final Sun Lord Tournament of the year, where challenger Jan Carlos Alvarez faced reigning champion Dimitri Sharborough. After an intense match that came down to a tie-breaking round, Jan Carlos secured a clutch one-shot victory to claim the throne, becoming the first-ever dual champion as both Sun Lord and Mario Kart King—thank you to Dimitri for his great run, and all hail the new champion, Jan Carlos! 
• Sign-ups for our Lunchtime Volleyball Tournament continue today for 5th period lunch only. It is 4 players per team, and your whole team must be present to sign up. There are only a few spots left, so see Miss Kristin during your lunch period in the quad to sign up. If you are in 6th period lunch and signed up to play, see Miss Kristin for the game schedule. The tournament will begin on Monday. 
• Congratulations, Kodiaks, we reached 97.32% attendance yesterday!! Keep up the good work. Show up each day and be on time to class. 

Athletic News:

• There is no track meet today 

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable! 

THURSDAY, APRIL 9, 2026

• Don’t forget, Room 21 Homework Support Academy today at 3:30pm.
• Brainy Gamers Academy after school in room 71
• No Academic Academy in Room 93 today… see you next week!
• Humility reminds us that no one succeeds completely on their own. Coaches, teachers, friends, and family all help us grow along the way. Today’s challenge: Thank someone today who has helped you learn or improve.
• All 7th graders that are still interested in being a WEB leader next year AND have not turned in their applications need to do so by tomorrow!
• This is the last week to apply for year-long elective classes for next year. If you are interested in Advanced Art, Future Engineers, Advanced Photography, Leadership, Orchestra, Band, Peer Helpers, Yearbook or Advanced Woodworking, be sure to get your application in by Friday!
• Many students have picked up applications for the year-long Peer Helper class next year, but have not filled out the digital application. Remember, in addition to your staff recommendations, you must complete the Google Form on Google Classroom by TOMORROW to be considered for this year-long elective. 
• Students applying for leadership positions, please make sure that you fill out the digital application on the Google Classroom as well as turn in your signed information form to Mrs. Guinnane in Rm 95. Also, please follow up with the teachers you asked as references. All applications, information form and teacher recommendations are due Friday by 3:15.
• 8th graders…Tickets are on sale now for the 8th grade promotion trip.  This year we are going to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!  PLEASE read the permission slip carefully and ask Mrs. Dean any questions that you may have.  You can purchase your tickets online or at the student store; make sure you bring a signed permission slip to the student store when you purchase your tickets and if you purchase online, drop your permission slip off to Mrs. Dean in room 47.
• Academic Success Academy today from 3:30 - 4:30 pm in Rm 21 today!
• Don’t forget to sign up for your Flex Time for next week!
• Sign-ups for our Lunchtime Volleyball Tournament continue today during both lunches. It is 4 players per team, and your whole team must be present to sign-up. There are only a few spots left, so see Miss Kristin during your lunch period in the quad to sign up.
• Kodiaks, our attendance for Wednesday was 96.93%. We exceeded our 95% goal. And, congratulations to Wednesday’s attendance winners: Aleksia Montanez, Phelix Terrasas, Mikayla Casad, Steven Souza, Sofia Bahar, Elias, Navarro, Daniella Velazquez, Samim Salehzada, Gino singh, and Dontae Crosby. Prize Patrol will be delivering your prizes during first period. 

Athletic News

• Track Practice at Ustach from 3:30-4:40pm
• Boys Volleyball Game today @ Ustach VS Salida. Game starts at 345pm. 

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable! 

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 8, 2026  (Early Dismissal @ 1:40)

• Don’t forget, Room 21 Homework Support Academy on Thursday,Apr 9, 2026 
• This is the last week to apply for year-long elective classes for next year. If you are interested in Advanced Art, Future Engineers, Advanced Photography, Leadership, Orchestra, Band, Peer Helpers, Yearbook or Advanced Woodworking, be sure to get your application in by Friday!
• All 7th graders that are still interested in being a WEB leader next year AND have not turned in their applications need to do so by this Friday!
• Sign-ups for our Lunchtime Volleyball Tournament continue today during both lunches. It is 4 players per team, and your whole team must be present to sign-up. See Miss Kristin during your lunch period in the quad.
• WEB Leaders!  Listen up!   Today is Wacky WEB Wednesday!  We will spend lunch with our 6th graders so please make sure you have received permission from your 5th period teacher.  6th graders!  We are excited to spend lunch with you!  Join us in the quad for games and activities.  
• 8th graders…last Thursday, in your ELA class, you should have received your permission slip for the annual 8th grade promotion trip.  This year we are going to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!  Tickets are on sale now and you have the next two weeks to purchase your ticket.  Once tickets have been purchased, you will be able to sign up to ride the bus with your friends.  PLEASE read the permission slip carefully and ask Mrs. Dean any questions that you may have.  You can purchase your tickets online or at the student store; make sure you bring a signed permission slip to the student store when you purchase your tickets and if you purchase online, drop your permission slip off to Mrs. Dean in room 47.
• Kodiaks, we are announcing our final attendance challenge. Each day until the end of the year, we have a daily goal of reaching 95% or higher. Yesterday, we achieved 97.62%. Outstanding job, Kodiaks! Keep it up! Let’s end this year strong. Be here everyday and on time to class because we still have a lot to do!!

Athletic News:

• Track Practice at Somerset from 3:30-5:00pm
• Boys Volleyball Game today @ Ustach VS Savage. Game starts at 345pm. 

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable! 

TUESDAY, APRIL 7, 2026

• Flag Fusion Academy has been moved to Thursday 3:15-4:15
• Kodiak Connections will be closed today during both lunches.
• Room 21 Homework Academy cancelled today. See you all Thursday!
• Academic Academy in Room 93 today. See you there!
• Have you ever worked with someone who always has to be right? It can make teamwork really tough. Humility means listening to others and being open to new ideas. Today’s challenge: Let someone else share their idea first during a discussion or group activity.
• All 7th graders that are still interested in being a WEB leader next year AND have not turned in their applications need to do so by this Friday!
• 6th and 7th graders… if you’re interested in taking a year-long elective next year, this is the last week to apply! The classes being offered are Advanced Art, Future Engineers, Advanced Photography, Leadership, Orchestra, Band, Peer Helpers, Yearbook and Advanced Woodworking. You must visit the appropriate teacher to pick up application materials. The deadline to apply is this Friday, April 10th.
• Sign-ups for the Volleyball Tournament will continue tomorrow during both lunches. 
• WEB Leaders!  Listen up!   Tomorrow is Wacky WEB Wednesday!  Please wear your shirts and dress as wacky as possible!  We will spend lunch with our 6th graders so please make sure you are seeking permission from your 5th period teacher.  You are required to make up all the work if you miss class.  If you are not in good standing or if you are needed to stay in that class, that is fine and you are excused from the activity.   6th graders!  We are excited to spend lunch with you!  Please dress up as wacky as possible with us and join us in the quad for games and activities.  
• 8th graders…the end of your time at Ustach is approaching and it is an exciting time!  Last Thursday, in your ELA class, you should have received your permission slip for the annual 8th grade promotion trip.  This year we are going to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!  Tickets go on sale today and you have two weeks to purchase your ticket.  Once tickets have been purchased, you will be able to sign up to ride the bus with your friends.  PLEASE read the permission slip carefully and ask Mrs. Dean any questions that you may have.  You can purchase your tickets online or at the student store; make sure you bring a signed permission slip to the student store when you purchase your tickets and if you purchase online, drop your permission slip off to Mrs. Dean in room 47.

Athletic News:

• Track practice at Ustach from 3:30-4:40pm
• Boys Volleyball Game @ Salida today. The game starts at 4pm.

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable! 

MONDAY, APRIL 6, 2026

• Room 21 Homework Support Academy cancelled on Tuesday, Apr 7, 2026
• 6th and 7th graders… if you’re interested in taking a year-long elective next year, this is the last week to apply! The classes being offered are Advanced Art, Future Engineers, Advanced Photography, Leadership, Orchestra, Band, Peer Helpers, Yearbook and Advanced Woodworking. You must visit the appropriate teacher to pick up application materials. The deadline to apply is this Friday, April 10th.
• All 7th graders that are still interested in being a WEB leader next year AND have not turned in their applications need to do so by this Friday!
• Sign-ups for our Lunchtime Volleyball Tournament begin today during both lunches. It is 4 players per team, and your whole team must be present to sign-up. See Miss Kristin during your lunch period.
• WEB Leaders!  Listen up!   This Wednesday is Wacky WEB Wednesday!  Please wear your shirts and dress as wacky as possible!  We will spend lunch with our 6th graders so please make sure you are seeking permission from your 5th period teacher.  If you are not in good standing or if you are needed in class, that is fine and you are excused from the activity.  You are required to make up all the work if you miss class!   6th graders!  We are excited to spend lunch with you!  Please dress up as wacky as possible with us and join us in the quad for games and activities.  
• 8th graders…the end of your time at Ustach is approaching and it is an exciting time!  Last Thursday, in your ELA class, you should have received your permission slip for the annual 8th grade promotion trip.  This year we are going to Six Flags Discovery Kingdom!  Tickets go on sale today and you have two weeks to purchase your ticket.  Once tickets have been purchased, you will be able to sign up to ride the bus with your friends.  PLEASE read the permission slip carefully and ask Mrs. Dean any questions that you may have.  You can purchase your tickets online or at the student store; make sure you bring a signed permission slip to the student store when you purchase your tickets and if you purchase online, drop your permission slip off to Mrs. Dean in room 47.
• Congratulations to Thursday’s attendance winners: Neymar Marquez, Ricardo Arias, Gabriel Mendez, Massarah Youhanna, Edilberto Velasquez, Elias Ahmed, Andria Shaibu, Johanna Rodriguez, Emiliano Portillo, and Jaxen Huckaby. Thank you for being here at school and to class on time. Prize Patrol will be delivering your prizes during first period. 

Athletic News:

• No Athletic News 

Remember Kodiaks, always be Respectful, Responsible and Reliable!