September 16, 2026
Announcements 9/16
1. Good morning Cougs! Today is Wednesday, September 16th. We continue recognizing suicide prevention month throughout September and are sharing small ways to build a school culture where everyone belongs while feeling seen and supported. Small consistency builds trust. The same caring friend or adult checking in the same way, week after week, matters more than one big gesture. Be that friend or staff member that is consistent and caring.
2. Please remember to walk right and talk right while keeping to a level 1 volume and staying within your personal bubble. Please throw garbage away, remain seated in the cafeteria, and walk to honor time quietly as our band class is in session. Please continue to keep your cell phones and wireless headphones/earbuds stored away and out of sight. Remember that MacBooks are the property of the Peninsula School District and you need to bring them charged everyday and take care of them as fines will be assessed. Any unpaid fines will keep you from participating in extracurricular activities.
3. Remember that this week we begin tracking tardies and notifying families at the end of each day through our automated system. Mr. G will be pulling the tardy report at the end of the week and providing corrective action for students exhibiting a pattern of being late to class. Keep making a concerted effort to be on time and developing this crucial life skill.
4. Please continue giving your best effort on the iReady Reading assessment and make sure to bring your fully charged MacBook and the wired earbuds provided this year. The data is used to determine scheduling decisions and is crucial in helping teachers know how to support you as the year progresses.
5. Some clubs are starting up next week. Art Club is on Tuesday. Also, Cougar Catch-Up will begin next Tuesday and be available every Tuesday and Thursday. This is an opportunity to have a quiet space to get caught up on missing assignments or extra help from Mrs. Banken. Following expectations and using Cougar Catch-Up for its intended purpose will ensure you are able to continue attending. For all after school clubs, please meet your advisor in the commons after school. We will continue to share dates of clubs as they start up over the next couple of weeks.