No school today, Tuesday, January 23rd, due to icy road conditions. Stay safe Dragons!
January 16, 2024
Dear Parent or Guardian:
Mid-Buchanan will participate in the National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) on February 28. NAEP is the largest nationally representative and continuing assessment of what students know and can do in various subjects. NAEP is administered by the National Center for Education Statistics, within the U.S. Department of Education. NAEP is different from our state assessments because it is a common measure of achievement across the country. The results are released as The Nation’s Report Card, which provides information about student achievement to educators, parents/guardians, policymakers, and the public.
Your child (will/may) take a mathematics, reading, or science assessment. In addition to subject-area questions, students voluntarily complete NAEP survey questions. These questions provide valuable information about participating students’ educational experiences and opportunities to learn both in and outside of the classroom. More information about NAEP survey questions is available at https://nces.ed.gov/nationsreportcard/parents under the section “What Questions Are on the Test?”
The assessment takes about 120 minutes for most students, which includes transition time, directions, and completion of survey questions.
The information collected is used for statistical purposes only.
Your child’s grades will not be affected.
Students may be excused for any reason, are not required to complete the assessment, and may skip any question.
While the assessment is voluntary, NAEP depends on student participation to help policymakers improve education. However, if you do not want your child to participate, please notify me in writing by January 21, 2024.
There is no need to study in preparation for NAEP, but please encourage your child to do their best. Contact Mrs. Schwope at cschwope@midbuchanan.k12.mo.us if you have any questions.
We are excited that our school is participating in NAEP. We know that Mid-Buchanan’s students will show what our nation’s students know and can do.
Sincerely,
Chantelle Schwope
7-12 Principal
Mid-Buchanan R-V School District
National Center for Education Statistics (NCES) conducts the National Assessment of Educational Progress to evaluate federally supported education programs. All of the information you provide may be used only for statistical purposes and may not be disclosed, or used, in identifiable form for any other purpose except as required by law (20 U.S.C. §9573 and 6 U.S.C. §151). By law, every NCES employee as well as every NCES agent, such as contractors and NAEP coordinators, has taken an oath and is subject to a jail term of up to 5 years, a fine of $250,000, or both if he or she willfully discloses ANY identifiable information about you. Electronic submission of your information will be monitored for viruses, malware, and other threats by Federal employees and contractors in accordance with the Cybersecurity Enhancement Act of 2015.
Reminder: No School on Monday, January 15th in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday.
Dragons: Our amazing maintenance team will be working on snow removal in the parking lot once again on Monday morning. We ask that no vehicles are onsite until after 12:00 p.m. Thanks!
Dragons: No School tomorrow, January 10th, due to road conditions. Athena will remain closed, too. Stay safe!
No school tomorrow, Tuesday, January 9th. Athena is also closed. Stay safe Dragons!!!
Dragon Fans,
As we are all watching the weather forecast related to potential snowfall over the next few days, please remember that cancellations will be communicated through our messaging system via text alert and phone call. We will also post cancellation information on our Facebook page and on KQ2. It is always my intent to communicate any cancellations by 5:30 a.m. Please also remember that when the school is closed due to inclement weather that Athena is closed as well. Please always have your back up plans ready to go.
Thanks, Jay
Exciting News! Our History Club is gearing up for National History Day on March 1st at Northwest Missouri State University, where they'll showcase their projects centered around the theme "Turning Point In History."
Student projects range from the impact of Facebook to the historical significance of 9/11, the Dust Bowl, the invention of the lightbulb, Brown vs. Board of Education, the Atomic Bomb, and the internal combustion engine.
We are beyond excited to see their finished projects! #MBDragonPride
Time is running out! Order your 2023-24 yearbook from Jostens before the price increase on January 6th. The current price is $50 and will increase to $60.
https://jostensyearbooks.com/?REF=A04499200
We are excited to announce the upcoming Preschool Screening for students residing in our district. Screening will take place in the High School Library
In the event of bad weather the makeup day will be held on February 27th.
Please ensure you bring the following documents to the screening:
Proof of residence (e.g., utility bill or lease agreement)
Birth certificate or other proof of your child's age
Immunization records
Any legal documentation regarding custody or guardianship (if applicable)
We look forward to meeting you and your child at the Preschool Screening. If you have any questions or concerns, please feel free to contact us.
Mr. Gibson's Major War's students are analyzing Cold War images to make inferences about key people, issues and events. #BeADragon
Students in Ms. Meyer's Geometry are using the Pythagorean Theorem to solve for the missing side of a right triangle and to classify triangles. #BeADragon
7-12 Students,
Now would be an excellent time to get your Chromebooks on the charger, so they're ready to go in the morning. We can't wait to see you all back in Dragon Nation!
Have a safe and happy new year Dragon Nation! 2024 is the 'Year of the Dragon'.
Merry Christmas Dragon Nation!!!
Big Dragon Welcome to Skyler Free!
Look at these awesome student/teacher swaps for dress up days! #BeADragon
Parents As Teachers is hosting a Holiday Party tonight at 5:30 p.m. in the small gym. We
hope you can join us!
