Third graders had the opportunity to go to the Botanical Center in Des Moines yesterday. A huge thank you to the Gilbert Education Foundation for making this happen. They were able to learn about numerous plants and the extreme sizes they can grow to. They were fascinated by the sizes of the seeds and how they are able to survive in some habitats. They also had the opportunities to learn about climates and ecosystems. The students say, “it was better than we expected!”

Our student leadership council planned Friday’s Be Your BEST assembly around Habit 6, Synergize. Mike Rose was our special guest. Such a great role model for our kids on and off the field! Thanks to Coach Tyson Veidt for lining this up!

Congratulations to our 5th grade Battle of the Books teams. Gilbert Intermediate had 3 different teams compete. We had the team “Potato Oles” place 3rd! Thank you to Mrs. Martinek and Mrs. Reid for helping the students prepare for the event! Congratulations to all the teams who competed!

Team Potato Chips

Team Warning- Spicy Pickled Potatoes

Lastly, Team Potato Oles- 3rd place!

On Thursday Gilbert High Schooler, Amy Stanton was granted a “She Shed” made by her fellow classmates. The Gilbert High shop class worked Make-A-Wish to make this “She Shed” not knowing it was for Amy.

Amy was Diagnosed with a brain tumor and has put up a strong fight for a couple years. She has never let anything dull her shine. She has had two brain surgeries and continues to fight. This “She Shed” will be used as a cozy place for Amy to reflect and have a place for herself.

Thank you to our Building Trade class teacher, Danny Jones, Ames Home Builders Association, and Make-A-Wish for making this wish a reality.

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