Powell Daily Announcements: 2024

Monday, September 9th

Sep 9, 2024

No Place for Hate will be tomorrow after school in room 1044.

Students, we have seen an increase of students damaging the exit sign near the door out to recess. We are asking you not to damage this, please know we have a camera in the area and if you decide to damage it you will have lunch detention and parents will be notified.

Student Council will meet this Wednesday the 11th in room 3040 at 8:30. See you there.

Hooray for Fall weather! Makes me think of October & our Sources of Strength Campaign - Trusted Adults! Students get excited to either play kickball, cheer on, or hang out to play some backyard games of ladder golf, cornhole, or giant Jenga with your Trusted Adult(s)! There will be plenty of fun for everyone & food trucks serving up yummy variations of hot dogs and churros! It is only 9 days away!

Kickball teams, packets are due to Mrs. Durbin in the main office by next Tuesday the 17th. Reminder that teams need to consist of: 1 Powell Staff Member, 2 Family Members and 5 -7 Powell Students. Total maximum # of players is 10! Have fun and get creative with your team name and uniforms (which are not required, but highly encouraged :0).

TSA or Technology Student Association is meeting after school on Thursday in Room 1210. Join other students as we begin to work on planning, designing and building for technology competitions.

Come support our 7th grade track team as they welcome the Euclid Falcons today after school for their first meet of the season! AND, 7th grade track team, remember to report to the gym before the meet for your team photo.

Friday, September 6th

Sep 6, 2024

No Place for Hate will be after school on Tuesday in room 1044.

Attention Pumas, our first CORE card drawing of the year is TODAY, so get those cards turned in to the main office or the containers in your teachers' classrooms. You could be the first winner of the year!

Our 8th grade track team had their first meet of the year last night. They traveled to Euclid and had a very close meet. The boys won by a score of 61-56, dominating the field events to carry them to a victory. The girls team ended up tying by a score of 58-58. Very impressive performances in relays kept it very close. Come support our track team next week as we take on Goddard here at Powell on Wednesday.

Thursday, September 5th

Attention all Pumas, our first CORE card drawing of the year will be tomorrow, so get those cards turned in to the main office or the containers in your teachers' classrooms. Be the first one to win a prize!

No Place for Hate will be after school on Tuesday in room 1044.

The TSA Meeting is after school in Room 1210. New members are welcome to join. See Mrs. Gaston for more information.

7th and 8th grade basketball players - tomorrow morning is the first day of basketball club! Meet in the gym at 7:15 ready to play! Stop by Mrs. Marshall's room if you have any questions.

Good luck to our 8th grade track team as they travel to their only away meet this season at Euclid and Options after school today.

Yearbook baby ads for any and all 8th graders are due in one month! Make sure you take advantage of this tradition only offered to 8th grade students. See Powell's website or Instagram for details!

Attention Potential NJHS Members: Just a reminder that your applications are due one week from today on Thursday September 12th. Please be sure that both forms and payment are turned in and check in with your teachers to ensure that your recommendations are completed as well. Thank you!

Wednesday, September 4th

Wednesday, September 4

Thespian Troupe will meet again this Wednesday afterschool from 3:30-4:45pm. Reminder to all inducted members who wish to run for a BOARD position that your poster is due Wednesday. Check out the call board at the back of the stage or the Yearbook Room 1057 to pick up a flyer if you missed the first meeting. All Pumas are still welcome to join this week!

Yearbook baby ads for any and all 8th graders are due in one month! Make sure you take advantage of this tradition only offered to 8th grade students. See Powell's website or Instagram for details!

Today is the first 8th grade track meet of the season, so good luck to our Pumas as they travel to take on the Newton Knights.

Tuesday, September 3rd

Tuesday, September 03

Calling all basketball players - basketball club starts in just a few days! This club is for 7th and 8th graders and takes place Friday mornings before school. Wake up early and come hoop it up!

-Every day, thousands of students stay home from school because they're afraid of being bullied. We can change that. No Place for Hate is dedicated to making sure everyone feels welcome and safe at our school. If you want to help create a positive atmosphere, come to our first meeting after school today in room 1044. Let’s work together to ensure our school is a place of respect and kindness.

Good Morning Kickin’ Pumas! Did any teams get together for a little sunshine, practice and fun this weekend? If you are still wanting to sign up for the Kickball Tournament, you have time, but don’t delay! The longer you wait, the harder it is to form a team. Team Captains should pick up the packet from Mrs. Durbin in the main office, follow the directions and get their team rollin’! Packet due date is September 19th to Mrs. Durbin.

Congratulations to the two Powell students whose poems were recently selected to be published in “A Celebration of Poets” from the Creative Communication Summer 2024 Writing Contest! Only a select number of entries submitted from across the nation are invited to be published in their poetry anthology.

Congratulations to the following Pumas:
Jade Bauer for her poem “Bullying”
T. Landgren for her poem “Summertime Therian”

Congratulations to these and all of our Puma writers who entered the contest!

If YOU are a writer who would like to consider entering your writing in contests or submitting it for possible publication, Creative Communication’s next Poetry Contest deadline is December 5. Please see Mrs. Jordan for more information.

We are so proud of all of our Puma authors!

Yearbook baby ads for any and all 8th graders are due in one month! Make sure you take advantage of this tradition only offered to 8th grade students. See Powell's website or Instagram for details!

"Our first 8th grade track meet is Wednesday at Newton Middle School starting at 4:30! 8th track members please meet your coaches in their room after school."

Friday, August 30th

Attention 7th and 8th grade basketball players. Do you love playing basketball? Do you love playing basketball more than you love to sleep? Then basketball club is perfect for you! Basketball club begins next Friday morning from 7:15 - 8:10. The main entrance will open at 7:10. Mrs. Marshall would love to see you there!

Thursday, August 29th

The first Technology Student Association meeting will take place this Thursday after school in Room 1210. Please attend to learn about TSA, participate in FUN problem solving activities and meet new people. See Mrs. Gaston for more information.

Hey Pumas, This Friday is College Colors Day. Please wear your college gear this Friday the 30th. Represent your favorite College!!

Studies show that 1 in 5 students have experienced some form of bullying in the past year. This behavior can have lasting effects on everyone involved. You have the power to make a positive change. If you want to be part of creating a school where kindness and respect are the norm, come to the first No Place for Hate meeting on Tuesday, September 3, after school in room 1044. Together, we can make our school a better place.

Wednesday, August 28th

Wednesday, Aug 28th

Students, if you received an invitation to apply for membership in Powell's National Junior Honor Society, you must attend our Informational lunch meeting today during 8th grade lunch in the media center. Grab your lunch and head on down. We will see you there!

Hey Pumas, This Friday is College Colors Day. Please wear your college gear this Friday the 30th. Represent your favorite College!!

Today is that day! Thespian Troupe starts today! Please join us on the stage after school until 4:45 pm. All grades and all Pumas are welcome! No sign up- just show! Today after school.

Packets for our 8th Annual community Kickball Tournament are flying off the shelves! Be sure to get your team together! Get your packet from Mrs. Durbin in the attendance office and start working on your monster kicks so you’ll be ready on Thursday, September 19th.

Did you know that over 20% of students nationwide report being bullied at school? Bullying not only hurts individuals, but damages the entire school community. We can all make a difference. One way it by joining No Place for Hate. This club is dedicated to creating a safe, inclusive environment for everyone. Our first meeting will be after school on Tuesday, September 3, in room 1044. Join us and help make our school a place where everyone belongs.

Monday, August 26th

Good morning Pumas, if you are interested in Student Council we will be having our first meeting this Wednesday morning at 8:30 in room 3040

Friday, August 23rd

Friday, Aug 23rd

Do you like to act crazy with your friends or family? Are you interested in acting or tech in the theater? Then we want you to join the Thespian Troupe! We will meet every Wednesday until Winter Break. Please join us next Wednesday, August 28th for our first meeting. All grades, and all students are welcome to attend. You can find out what things we do all year long and see if you're interested in joining our Troupe! Love to see you on the stage, after school, next Wednesday August 28th!

Students, do you need a quiet distraction free place to get your homework done? Wouldn't it be great if you could get some help on that one assignment that has been stumping you? Well look no further than Powell's very own Homework Club! That right, Homework Club is back!

Homework Club will meet Monday and Wednesday after school in the media center from 3:40 to 4:40. Bring your questions, homework and new this year, Arranged make ups and retakes!

Remember, no need to sign up for the whole year, drop ins welcome. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Thursday, August 22nd

Thursday, Aug 22nd

Do you like to design, build, create and problem solve? If so, the Technology Student Association may be just the group for you! Students prepare for competitive events for the State TSA Competition in February in areas such as Comic book design, mousetrap cars, electronics, dragster design and fashion design and more. We also participate in community service projects throughout the year. Come join a group to experience hands-on learning, using machines and tools and an opportunity to be creative! This year we will also organize a team to participate in the Kickball Tournament!Information meeting is on Back to school night from 5:30-6pm in Room 1210.

Homework Club will meet Monday and Wednesday after school in the media center from 3:40 to 4:40. Bring your questions, homework and new this year, Arranged make ups and retakes!

Remember, no need to sign up for the whole year, drop ins welcome. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Wednesday, August 21st

Don’t forget, 6th graders. Your volleyball season begins today. If you’d like to meet new friends and play volleyball, meet in the gym after school.

Information meeting is on Back to school night from 5:30-6pm in Room 1210.

Tuesday, August 20th

A reminder to 7th graders interested in track and field. Your season begins today. Please meet your coaches after school in the gym. And 6th graders, your volleyball season begins after school tomorrow in the main gym.

Information meeting is on Back to school night from 5:30-6pm in Room 1210.

Attention all 8th graders! Have you ever looked at the back of our yearbook to see all those embarrassing baby ads that parents put in the yearbook? Well... it's your turn now! Have your parent or guardian scan our QR code when they come in for Back to School night on Thursday. It's a fun way to congratulate you for finishing middle school in May!

Monday, August 19

Monday, Aug 19th

Homework Club will meet Monday and Wednesday after school in the media center from 3:40 to 4:40. Bring your questions, homework and new this year, Arranged make ups and retakes!

Remember, no need to sign up for the whole year, drop ins welcome. Looking forward to seeing you there!

A reminder to all 8th graders. Your track and field season begins after school today. All 7th graders who’d like to participate in track at Powell this year, meet your coaches in the gym after school tomorrow. 6th graders, your volleyball season begins Wednesday, August 21. If you are interested in participating this year, please meet your coaches after school in the gym on Wednesday, dressed and ready to play volleyball!

Friday, August 16th

Friday, Aug 16th

Attention all 8th graders. Your track and field season begins Monday, August 19. If you are interested in participating this year, please meet your coaches after school in the gym on Monday. And, 7th graders, your track and field season begins Tuesday, August 20.

Thursday, Aug. 15th

Thursday, Aug 15th

Friday, May 24th

Friday, May 24th

There are still a few yearbooks available to buy for $45 cash or check in the front office!

Are you interested in police work? Would you like to learn about crime scene investigations, arrest control techniques, SWAT tactics, and more? If so, sign up for the Littleton Police Jr Academy this summer. The academy is Monday, June 17th - Friday the 21st, and it is FREE! If you are interested pick up a flyer in the office or talk to Office Fisher. The registration deadline is June first and is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

Missing a jacket, water bottle, your glasses, or other item? Don’t forget to check the lost and found before you leave today. If you are missing something valuable like jewelry or glasses come to the office and if it’s clothing or school supplies then look at the cart in the cafetorium.

Lastly, teachers and students: There is an adorable duck family that has taken to nesting in the small garden on the east side of the school. The lovely mama duck has eggs in a nest right up against the school and is dutifully trying to keep those little ones safe and get them ready to hatch. The dad is also on guard in the mornings.

When you are outside please stay away from mama duck and her eggs.

Thursday, May 23rd

Thursday, May 23rd

There are still 20 yearbooks available to buy for $45 cash or check in the front office!

Are you interested in police work? Would you like to learn about crime scene investigations, arrest control techniques, SWAT tactics, and more? If so, sign up for the Littleton Police Jr Academy this summer. The academy is Monday, June 17th - Friday the 21st, and it is FREE! If you are interested pick up a flyer in the office or talk to Office Fisher. The registration deadline is June first and is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

Missing a jacket, water bottle, your glasses, or other item? Don’t forget to check the lost and found before the last day of school. If you are missing something valuable like jewelry or glasses come to the office and if it’s clothing or school supplies then look at the cart in the cafetorium.

Wednesday, May 22nd

Attention all Metals, Woods, and STEM students:

ALL projects must be picked up and taken home no later than WEDNESDAY! If you have a project that may be in the woods or metals room please pick it up before the end of the day on Wednesday.

Students, Get those CORE cards turned in by noon TODAY for the overall semester drawing at the end of the day. Who knows? You might be the lucky winner!

Yearbooks are coming TODAY! You will get your yearbook in CorePlus today. If you didn't pre-order one, you still can purchase one today. Today during CorePlus at 3 pm sharp, you can purchase with Mrs. Linnick in the front office with cash or check for $45. First come, first served. We may run out of books so get ready to buy one at 3 pm today.

Attention 8th graders, with continuation occurring Thursday, please remember this is a formal ceremony that deserves to be respected. Please dress in formal or semi-formal attire keeping the dress code in mind. Simply put, this means no hats, no costumes, no PJ pants, no slippers, or anything that does not meet the requirements of this event.

Are you interested in police work? Would you like to learn about crime scene investigations, arrest control techniques, SWAT tactics, and more? If so, sign up for the Littleton Police Jr Academy this summer. The academy is Monday, June 17th - Friday the 21st, and it is FREE! If you are interested pick up a flyer in the office or talk to Office Fisher. The registration deadline is June first and is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

Missing a jacket, water bottle, your glasses, or other item? Don’t forget to check the lost and found before the last day of school. If you are missing something valuable like jewelry or glasses come to the office and if it’s clothing or school supplies then look at the cart in the cafetorium.

Tuesday, May 21st

Tuesday, May 21st

Attention all Metals, Woods, and STEM students:
ALL projects must be picked up and taken home no later than WEDNESDAY! If you have a project that may be in the woods or metals room please pick it up before the end of the day on Wednesday.

Students, Get those CORE cards turned in by noon on Wednesday, May 22 for the overall semester drawing at the end of the day. Who knows? You might be the lucky winner!

Hey Pumas! Are you sure that you bought a yearbook? Don't be surprised on Wednesday when they are delivered during CorePlus. Find out now if you have a yearbook coming your way! Your Core Plus teacher has a list of students you have already purchased a yearbook. Ask them in Core Plus. If you did not purchase a yearbook, you still can purchase one. On Wednesday during CorePlus at 3pm sharp, you can purchase with Mrs. Linnick in the front office with cash or check for $45. First come, first served. We may run out of books so get ready to buy one at 3pm on Wednesday. Again, check with your Core Plus teacher to see if you bought a yearbook.

Attention 8th graders, with continuation occurring Thursday, please remember this is a formal ceremony that deserves to be respected. Please dress in formal or semi-formal attire keeping the dress code in mind. Simply put this means no hats, no costumes, no PJ pants, no slippers or anything that does not meet the requirements of this event.

Are you interested in police work? Would you like to learn about crime scene investigations, arrest control techniques, SWAT tactics, and more? If so, sign up for the Littleton Police Jr Academy this summer. The academy is Monday, June 17th - Friday the 21st and is FREE! If you are interested pick up a flyer in the office or talk to Office Fisher. The registration deadline is June first and is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

Missing a jacket, waterbottle, your glasses, or other item? Don’t forget to check the lost and found before the last day of school. If you are missing something valuable like jewelry or glasses come to the office and if it’s clothing or school supplies then look at the cart in the cafetorium.

The last fitness final on Friday was a barn burner. The Partner Pacer was an exciting competition with Caden Muller & Cam Carnes running 191 lines for the boys. Katie Usagani & Erin Dickes ran 146 lines for the girls' competition, and in the co-ed competition, the winners were Gemma Strouse & Devin Vigil with 154 lines. Great job to all who participated in this year's Fitness Finals! Go Pumas!

Monday, May 20th

Monday, May 20th

Congratulations to our 8th-grade boys volleyball team for a great season! For a group of first-time players, they were pretty amazing! All boys who participated in volleyball this season are invited to Mrs. Marshall's room at lunch today for some pizza and drinks. Please bring your jersey if you haven't already turned yours in. We are so proud of you guys!

Hey Pumas! Are you sure that you bought a yearbook? Don't be surprised on Wednesday when they are delivered during CorePlus. Find out now if you have a yearbook coming your way! Your Core Plus teacher has a list of students you have already purchased a yearbook. Ask them in Core Plus. If you did not purchase a yearbook, you still can purchase one. On Wednesday during CorePlus at 3 pm sharp, you can purchase with Mrs. Linnick in the front office with cash or check for $45. First come, first served. We may run out of books so get ready to buy one at 3 pm on Wednesday. Again, check with your Core Plus teacher to see if you bought a yearbook.

Friday, May 17th

Friday, May 17th

Hey there Partner Pacer Finalists, today is the day!

By now, you should have checked in with your CORE+ teacher for attendance and are walking down to the gym to check in. We will begin our event as soon as we have everyone paired up! As stated on your pass, this event will run into Tutorial time & therefore you should have signed up with us!

Good luck with the last event of the year and thanks so much to all of our finalists over the past 7 weeks who came to compete at their best!

Are you interested in police work? Would you like to learn about crime scene investigations, arrest control techniques, SWAT tactics, and more? If so, sign up for the Littleton Police Jr Academy this summer. The academy is Monday, June 17th - Friday the 21st and is FREE! If you are interested pick up a flyer in the office or talk to Office Fisher. The registration deadline is June first and is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

Hey Pumas! Are you sure that you bought a yearbook? Don't be surprised next Wednesday, know now! Your Core Plus teacher has a list of students you have already purchased a yearbook. Ask them in Core Plus. If you did not purchase a yearbook, you still can purchase one. On Wednesday during CorePlus at 3pm sharp, you can purchase with Mrs. Linnick in the front office with a check or cash for $45. First come, first served. We may run out of books so get ready to buy one at 3pm on Wednesday. Again, check with your Core Plus teacher tomorrow if you bought a yearbook.

Thursday, May 16th

Thursday, May 16th

Are you interested in police work? Would you like to learn about crime scene investigations, arrest control techniques, SWAT tactics, and more? If so, sign up for the Littleton Police Jr Academy this summer. The academy is Monday, June 17th - Friday the 21st and is FREE! If you are interested pick up a flyer in the office or talk to Office Fisher. The registration deadline is June first and is limited to 30 participants, so register early!

Wednesday, May 15th

Wednesday, May 15th

Attention NJHS students!! We need your help TOMORROW (Thursday) after school for your service hours for quarter 4. Please bring gardening gloves if you have them and meet in Mrs. Donda's room after school.

Tuesday, May 14th

No announcements today!

Monday, May 13th

Monday, May 13th

Magic: The Gathering will meet for the last time this school year after school today, in Mrs. Blake's room. All are welcome!

The Mile Fitness Finalists came to burn up the track this past Friday! 16 of the 18 runners crushed their own qualifying times! Top speedsters are awarded to Erin Dickes with a time of 6:34 for the girls and Caden Muller with a time of 5:27 for the boys! Way to go and we sure will miss seeing you next year when you go to burn up the track as Freshman :0)

Friday, May 10th

Friday, May 10th

The last day of homework club is Monday, May 13th. As the year is winding down, it is important to check Infinite Campus and turn in any missing assignments, labs, or tests. Again, the last day to use the library as a quiet space for work time is Monday, May 13th.

Magic: The Gathering will meet for the last time this school year next Monday, May 13, in Mrs. Blake's room. All are welcome! Set your deck, review your strategy, and join us for an afternoon of friendly competition.

We’ve got a showdown lined up after school today as our 8th grade girls volleyball teams take on our 8th grade boys teams. Who do you think will win? Come on down to the gym after school to Find out!

Thursday, May 9th

Thursday, May 9th

Hey Pumas,
Today is the day you’ve all been waiting for…it’s the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social! See you there from 3:45 - 4:45 on the westside concrete patio!

The last day of homework club is Monday, May 13th. As the year is winding down, it is important to check Infinite Campus and turn in any missing assignments, labs, or tests. Again, the last day to use the library as a quiet space for work time is Monday, May 13th.

Wednesday, May 8th

Wednesday, May 8th

The last day of homework club is Monday, May 13th. As the year is winding down, it is important to check Infinite Campus and turn in any missing assignments, labs, or tests. Again, the last day to use the library as a quiet space for work time is Monday, May 13th.

Dear Edwina cast and crew- make sure you speak to your teachers to find out what you will miss during our field trip on Friday. Missing work is YOUR responsibility.

Tuesday, May 7th

Tuesday, May 7th

The last day of homework club is Monday, May 13th. As the year is winding down, it is important to check Infinite Campus and turn in any missing assignments, labs, or tests. Again, the last day to use the library as a quiet space for work time is Monday, May 13th.

Dear Edwina cast and crew- make sure you speak to your teachers to find out what you will miss during our field trip on Friday. Missing work is YOUR responsibility.

Last night the boys volleyball club traveled to Cimarron Middle School to play games against 2 teams!
The boys walked away with one win and one loss in 3 sets. Even when they got down, they didn’t give up. With people being thrown in when the team needed a change, they adjusted and made it work. Great job boys! Good luck against your parents tonight!!!

Congratulations to all of our Timed Run Fitness Final runners who competed last Friday. We had a ton of PRs and two school records.
In 8th grade, Caden Muller tied Maddox Mangers from last year with 13.5 laps and Erin Dickes beat the record of 10.5 (Alexa LeDuff & Cecelie Franklin) with an astounding 10.75! Two new school records!
In 7th grade, our winners were Henry Turner with 12 laps and Olivia Millner-Calvo with 10 laps. Our 6th grade champs were Melissa Stone with 9.25 laps and Silas Folk with 12.25 laps.
Thanks to all who participated and GREAT JOB!

Monday, May 6th

Monday, May 6th

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream - especially when it is dished up by Powell staff members. Come join us this Thursday, May 9, from 3:45 - 4:45 for the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social located on the westside concrete patio. Have your parents complete the RSVP that went home last Wednesday, May 1st, to let us know you’re attending. We need the RSVP completed by 3:00 today!

The last day of homework club is Monday, May 13th. As the year is winding down, it is important to check Infinite Campus and turn in any missing assignments, labs, or tests. Again, the last day to use the library as a quiet space for work time is Monday, May 13th.

On Friday our boys volleyball club played 3 teams, and took 3 wins with it!
Each player put their all out on the court with consistent communication, determination, and lots of fun! The boys really zoned in and are improving every time they play.
Good luck tonight at Cimarron, boys!

Friday, May 3rd

Friday, May 3rd

Ice cream, ice cream, who wants some ice cream? Hopefully, it’s you! Come join us next Thursday, May 9, from 3:45 - 4:45 for the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social located on the westside concrete patio. Have your parents complete the RSVP that went home Wednesday, May 1st, to let us know you’re attending.

Hey runnin' Pumas!! Today is the day to not only get your best distance in the Timed Run, but also to get a great workout to start your day off right!
BOYS: Check in with your CORE+ teacher for attendance, then quickly make your way down to run your heart out!
Any CORE+ classes that would like to come out and cheer the boys on, please do! I'm sure they'd love the support. We just ask that you please keep all students outside the fence line.
GIRLS: We will see you at tutorial time!! Please change if you need to and meet on the turf to get ready to burn some rubber!!

Our two Powell teams took home a 1st place trophy and a 3rd place trophy at the District Battle of the Books competition at Littleton Prep on Thursday. All competitors represented Powell in a way to make us all proud to be a Puma! After a tough lightning round to break a tie, winning the 3rd place trophy, was the. Bookworms team led by captain, Jackson Machado, including Shaun O'Donnell, David Abiri, Evelyn Preisinger, and Sadie Vick.

Congratulations to the District-wide, 1st place winning team Bookworms, Jr! This team was led by captain, Ellie Milbrath, and included Cleo Hebener-Moyer, Emme Smith, Delilah Fisbeck, and Olivia Simpson. This team successfully scored the highest points by answering challenging questions in all 3 rounds of competition to capture the 1st place championship.

Please congratulate each of them when you see them for their months of preparation and great teamwork to earn this honor.

Hey Pumas, stick around after school today and cheer on our eighth-grade boys volleyball club team as they face off against three other middle schools in a round event. It should be a fun afternoon!

Thursday, May 2nd

Thursday, May 2nd

Hey Pumas,
Who’s craving ice cream? If it’s you, join us for the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social on Thursday, May 9, from 3:45 to 4:45 on the westside concrete patio. It’s everyone’s favorite event! Have your parents complete the RSVP that went home yesterday, May 1st, to let us know you’re attending.

Good luck to our top 10 Battle of the Books participants who will represent Powell at the District Battle of the Books competition at Littleton Prep on Thursday after school.
Team 1 is The Bookworms led by captain, Jackson Machado. His team includes Shaun O'Donnell, David Abiri, Evelyn Preisinger, and Sadie Vick.
Team 2 is Bookworms, Jr. led by captain, Ellie Milbrath. Her team includes Cleo Hebener-Moyer, Emme Smith, Delilah Fisbeck, and Olivia Simpson.
Wish them luck as they lead the Pumas to victory on Thursday afternoon!

Attention all 8th graders who auditioned to speak at Continuation this year. Thank you for sharing your thoughtful words with us yesterday! Please come to Ms. Jayasanker's room on your way to lunch to learn which speeches have been selected for this year's ceremony.

Wednesday, May 1st

Wednesday, May 1st

I scream, you scream, we all scream for ice cream - especially when it is dished up by Powell staff members. Come join us next Thursday, May 9, from 3:45 - 4:45 for the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social located on the westside concrete patio. Have your parents complete the RSVP that is going home TODAY to let us know you’re attending.

Congratulations to the 5 Powell students whose poems were recently selected to be published in “A Celebration of Poets” from the Creative Communication Spring 2024 Writing Contest! Only a select number of entries submitted from across the nation are invited to be published in their poetry anthology.

Congratulations to the following Pumas:
Claire Dix for her poem “Swimming”
Silas Folk for his poem “Pirates”
Emma Assouline for her poem “Spring Dances In”
T. Landgren for her poem “Spring Blooms”
Olivia Cherney for her poem “Night”
Congratulations to these and all of our Puma writers who entered the contest!

If YOU are a writer who would like to consider entering your writing in contests or submitting it for possible publication, Creative Communication’s next Poetry Contest deadline is this summer. Please see Mrs. Jordan for more information.
We are so proud of all of our Puma authors!

Good luck to our top 10 Battle of the Books participants who will represent Powell at the District Battle of the Books competition at Littleton Prep on Thursday after school.

Team 1 is The Bookworms led by captain, Jackson Machado. His team includes Shaun O'Donnell, David Abiri, Evelyn Preisinger, and Sadie Vick.

Team 2 is Bookworms, Jr. led by captain, Ellie Milbrath. Her team includes Cleo Hebener-Moyer, Emme Smith, Delilah Fisbeck, and Olivia Simpson.

Wish them luck as they lead the Pumas to victory on Thursday afternoon!

Tuesday, April 30

Tuesday, April 30

The Thespian Troupe will meet this Thursday after school on the stage. We will discuss induction points, our upcoming events and next year. Dear Edwina cast and crew, please join the Troupe meeting this Thursday, May 2 at 3:35pm

Ice cream, ice cream, who wants some ice cream? Hopefully, it’s you! Come join us next Thursday, May 9, from 3:45 - 4:45 for the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social located on the westside concrete patio. Have your parents complete the RSVP that goes home TOMORROW to let us know you’re attending.

Attention NJHS students - our next meeting is this Wednesday, May 1st at 8:50. This is our last meeting of the year. Please bring your computers and let Mrs. Donda know if you cannot make it.

Last night our 8th grade boys volleyball teams played in their first official games and both teams cooked! Our 1st team won in 3 sets and showed a lot of strength in our serves and discipline in attempting 3 hits every time. Our 2nd team dominated in 2 sets with every player contributing. Come out this Friday to catch our volleyball club as they play in a round robin match up against 3 other schools.

The Student Council meeting is canceled for tomorrow, we will be meeting this Friday during Core Plus tutorials in room 3040.

Monday, April 29th

Monday, April 29th

This is a reminder for 8th graders: Continuation speech auditions are being held after school WEDNESDAY in Ms. Jayasanker's room, room 3047.

For the Fitness Finals, the 8th Grade Jump Rope competition took place last Friday. With agility and speed, the competition was FIERCE! Congratulations to our winners Maddox Carroll and Katie Usagani! Good job jumpers!
Next up this week is the 20-minute run Fitness Final!

Come check out our 8th grade boys volleyball club as they take on Platte River Academy today after school! Good luck boys!

The Thespian Troupe will meet this Thursday after school on the stage. We will discuss induction points, our upcoming events and next year. Dear Edwina cast and crew, please join the Troupe meeting this Thursday, May 2 at 3:35pm

Magic: The Gathering will meet today after school in Mrs. Blake's room. All experience levels and legal decks are welcome. Please join us for some friendly competition!

Hey Pumas,
Who’s craving ice cream? If it’s you, join us for the Student Appreciation Ice Cream Social Thursday, May 9, from 3:45 -4:45 on the westside concrete patio. It’s everyone’s favorite event! Have your parents complete the RSVP that goes home this Wednesday, May 1st, to let us know you’re attending.

Friday, April 26th

Friday, April 26th

Attention 8th graders interested in auditioning to speak at this year's Continuation ceremony, auditions will be held Monday, April 29 in Ms. Jayasanker's room, room 3047. See your language arts teacher with any questions!

Hey Pumas! I'm Braedan Longoria, your Thespian Troupe publicist. To start off, a HUGE thank you to everyone that showed up last night! We hope you enjoyed our musical, Dear Edwina. Tonight will be our second night of our musical. It will be hosted in the cafetorium and by our Thespian Troupe. Admission as always is free, but bring the money for some good snacks for intermission. All money will be given to our Thespian Troupe to make better plays and musicals in the future. Be at the cafetorium by 7pm tonight. If you can't make it tonight, don't worry! We still have one more night of show this Saturday, or tomorrow, at the same time. We hope to see you there!

After school today our 8th grade boys volleyball club will be taking on the Powell staff in a friendly competition. Who will be better? The students or the teachers? Stick around after school to watch it all go down! Remember there is no late bus, so you will need to arrange rides with your families. After the game be sure to relax and enjoy your fellow students as they perform their second show of Dear Edwina.

Good morning 8th grade Jumpers! We can't wait to see you turn that rope on fire! PLEASE check in with your CORE+ teacher for attendance and then head down to the gym to check in at 8:25.

Good luck!!

Thursday, April 25th

Thursday, April 25th

Attention 8th graders interested in auditioning to speak at this year's Continuation ceremony, auditions will be held Monday, April 29 in Ms. Jayasanker's room, room 3047. See your language arts teacher with any questions!

Good morning Powell! This is Braedan Longoria, your Thespian Troupe publicist. Tonight is the night! What is tonight some might wonder? Tonight is show night for our musical Dear Edwina. That's right! We are so excited to host you tonight for a story of happiness and strength. Admission is free but bring money for concessions! All money will be a direct donation to our Thespian Troupe to make better plays and musicals in the future. Be there in the cafetorium by 7pm tonight. Don't forget that if you can't make it tonight, there's always tomorrow night and Saturday. We hope to see you there!

For the Fitness Finals this week, the Plank finals competitors were strong and steady! Shout out and Congrats to our winners - Katie Usagani planked for 6 minutes and 4 seconds and Aiden McCollum held a plank for an outstanding 10 minutes and 6 seconds which is now a new school record. Make sure you check the pictures of our fitness final competitors in the gym hall. Good job planksters!

Basketball club will be meeting tomorrow morning at 7:15. We would love to have any 7th or 8th grader interested in playing basketball join us. We only have 4 more chances to meet, so set your alarm and come ball with us!

Wednesday, April 24th

Wednesday, April 24th

Hello Pumas! I'm Braedan Longoria, your Thespian Troupe publicist. Tomorrow is our show night for the musical Dear Edwina! Admission is of course free, but remember to bring money for concessions that will be sold at intermission. Be there at the cafetorium by 7 o'clock pm. If you forget, that's completely fine! We have two more nights for you to come. Those nights are Friday and Saturday at the same time, and same deals for admission. We hope to see you there!

Any TSA student who would like to stop by after school to pick up projects from our state competition may do this after school in Room 1210. Students may also select events for next year. See Mrs. Gaston if you have questions.

Tuesday, April 23rd

Tuesday, April 23rd

Attention volleyball club members. We have a slight change in our schedule this week. We will be practicing today and Thursday after school in preparation for our game on Friday against the teachers. We will NOT be practicing tomorrow. See Mrs. Marshall or Ms. Perry if you have any questions.

It was chilly, but the track was on fire Friday morning! We had a great turnout for the Partner Mile. Congratulations to the following winners:
CO-ED Katie Usagani/Isaac Knight 5:23
Boys Rylan Sinclair/Cole Troupe 4:44
Girls Erin Dickes/Sami Bell 5:39

Due to a conflict with 6th Grade Track, today's tennis club has been canceled. We will see you next Tuesday on the tennis courts.

Good morning Pumas! I'm Braedan Longoria, your publicist from Thespian Troupe. This week is finally show week! That's right! Thursday, Friday, and Saturday the Thespian Troupe is hosting our musical Dear Edwina. It will be at 7 o'clock every night in our cafetorium with, of course, our signature free admission. Bring money for concessions that will be sold at intermission. All money will go to our Thespian Troupe to make bigger and better plays in the futureWe'll love to see you there!

Friday, April 19th

Friday, April 19th

Good morning speedy Pumas! Get ready to set the track on fire!

Please check in with your CORE+ teacher for attendance, then make your way down to the gym for the Partner Mile Finals!! We can't wait to see you! Check-in begins at 8:25

Thursday, April 18th

Thursday, April 18th

Yesterday, the Push-up Fitness Final took place and we had some outstanding performances. Congratulations to 3rd place Cam Carnes, 2nd place Domi Kish, and a tie for 1st place with 58 Push-ups - Griffen Candland & Caden Muller. In the girl's competition in 3rd place was Grace Farley, 2nd place was Nell Stalilonis, and your 2024 Push-up champion with 49 was Katie Usagani. Congrats to all who participated! Way to flex!

Wednesday, April 17th

Wednesday, April 17th

Attention members of SAGA: our meeting this afternoon is canceled and our next meeting will be Wednesday, May 1st!

Good morning Push-Up Finalists!
Please show your CORE+ teacher your pass and make your way down to the gym to get your best score of the year! PLEASE find our what your tutorial is OR sign up for a tutorial if needed BEFORE coming down.
CHECK-in for Push-Ups begins at 3pm. Good Luck!

Tuesday, April 16th

Tuesday, April 16th

Student Council reps our next meeting is tomorrow at 8:45 in room 3040. See you there.

Are you an 8th grader who is still on the fence about where you’d like to attend high school? If so, Heritage High School has one more shadowing opportunity on April 23rd. If you are interested in attending you can register on the Heritage website.

Monday, April 15th

Monday, April 15th

Attention 6th Grade! Today is the day! Today is the start of 6th grade track. Come join Coach Ennis and Coach Etchells. You will learn how to run all the races and compete in all the field events like shot putt, discus, long jump and high jump and find out which one you can dominate. We will meet in the gym right after school today. Definitely come dressed to run. That means running shoes are a must. Please do not wear slides or crocs. If you have any questions please see Coach Ennis or Coach Etchells.

Are you an 8th grader who is still on the fence about where you’d like to attend high school? If so, Heritage High School has one more shadowing opportunity on April 23rd. If you are interested in attending you can register on the Heritage website.

This weekend all three of our girls volleyball teams played Newton in the district tournament for 3rd place!
A and B teams brought home awesome wins and played some really fun volleyball! Our C team brought home 4th place! All players showed the growth they’ve made this season and we are so proud of them.
Great job this season, ladies and thank you for all of your hard work!
Look out for an email from Ms. Perry with details about your end of season celebration!!

Today's the day! 8th grade boys volleyball club starts today after school! Meet in the gym to help set up the nets and get ready for our first practice.

Student Council reps our next meeting is this Wednesday at 8:45 in room 3040. See you there.

Bus L15 will be 1 hour late this morning.

Friday, April 12th

Friday, April 12th

Attention 6th Grade! This coming Monday is the start of 6th grade track. Come join Coach Ennis and Coach Etchells. You will learn how to run all the races and compete in all the field events like shot putt, discus, long jump and high jump and find out which one you can dominate. We will meet in the gym right after school Monday. Definitely come dressed to run. That means running shoes are a must. Please do not wear slides or crocs. If you have any questions please see Coach Ennis or Coach Etchells.

Last night our A and B teams played the Goddard Vikings to determine their spot for the district tournament this weekend.

Both teams fought hard and played so well. Both A and B took the games to 3 sets, but unfortunately ended the night in a loss. We are so proud of the hard work the girls have put in this season and we are excited for them to play for 3rd place this weekend. You got this, pumas!

Thursday, April 11th

Thursday, April 11th

It's tournament time, Pumas! Come support your 8th grade volleyball players as they host Goddard after school today in the A and B team semifinals. Let's fill the gym!

7th and 8th grade basketball players, set your alarm tonight to wake up for basketball club tomorrow morning! Some early morning hoops will be a great way to end a week of testing. Meet in the gym at 7:15 tomorrow morning ready to play.

Volleyball club for 8th grade boys starts on Monday! This is the perfect opportunity for you to learn a new sport, spend time with friends and make a few more memories in middle school. If you haven't already grabbed a schedule from Mrs. Marshall, stop by her room to pick one up today.

Wednesday, April 10th

Wednesday, April 10th

Due to state testing this week, there will not be homework club today. Students: please ensure that you have a way home after school today.

Good morning 7th grade Volleyball Team! Don't forget about the celebration in the gym today during lunch. See you soon. Coaches Bowlen and Altena

Last night our 8th grade volleyball C team played in the semi-finals!
In their first game, they beat Newton to advance on to play Euclid later in the night. The second game unfortunately ended in a loss, but the girls fought hard! Syd Crantit led us in her serving and the rest of the team worked hard to chase after the balls!
C team will be playing for 3rd place on Saturday at the district tournament! Wish them luck!!!
Great job ladies.

Tuesday, April 9th

Tuesday, April 9th

Due to state testing this week, there will not be homework club on Wednesday. Students: please ensure that you have a way home after school Wednesday.

Good luck to our 8th-grade girls volleyball team as they travel to Newton for the tournament semi-finals!

Just a reminder that there will be Tennis Club today after school. Tennis Club will start today! We will meet at the tennis courts after school and play until 4:45. If you have a racquet bring it, but if you are in need of a racquet there will be extras provided. There will be a ball machine to practice your forehand or backhand and courts to play against your classmates. So come out and have fun and learn how to play.

Monday, April 8th

Monday, April 8th

Due to state testing this week, there will not be homework club today or Wednesday. Students: please ensure that you have a way home after school today and Wednesday.

8th graders: Once you are at least 14 years and 6 months old you can take Driver Education. There are courses available this spring and over the summer. Check it out and sign up on the Driver Ed page of the LPS website!

Congratulations to all of our Battle of the Books participants this year! After a close, school-wide battle last Friday, we determined our top 8 qualifiers and 2 alternates who will represent Powell at the District Competition on May 2.
Congratulations to top qualifiers Shaun O'Donnell, Jackson Machado, Evelyn Preisinger, David Abiri, Ellie Milbrath, Emme Smith, Cleo Hebener-Moyer, and Dee Fisbeck. Congratulations also to alternates Olivia Simpson and Sadie Vick!
We are so proud of all of you!

Congratulations to the 6th and 7th jump ropers who competed in the Fitness Finals last Friday. A huge shout-out to our winners!

6th Girls - Adeline Mercer 151
6th Boys - Reece Muller 210
7th Girls - Grace Farley 313
7th Boys - Trace Taylor 331

Friday, April 5th

Friday, April 5th

8th Graders: If you ordered an 8th grade class photo your picture is here. Please come to the front office to pick yours up!

Due to state testing next week, there will not be homework club on Monday, April 8th or Wednesday April 10th. Students: please ensure that you have a way home after school on Monday and Wednesday next week.

Last night our 8th grade volleyball C team played Options
The girls took another win and they played a great game. Even when they got down, they were able to bring the scores back up. Their serving really helped the team advance and all of them went for every ball. Great job C team and good luck in the semi-finals!

Thursday, April 4th

Thursday, April 4th

8th Graders: If you ordered an 8th grade class photo your picture is here. Please come to the front office to pick yours up!

Due to state testing next week, there will not be homework club on Monday, April 8th or Wednesday April 10th. Students: please ensure that you have a way home afterschool on Monday and Wednesday next week.

8th graders: Once you are at least 14 years and 6 months old you can take Driver Education. There are courses available this spring and over the summer. Check it out and sign up on the Driver Ed page of the LPS website!

Wednesday, April 3rd

Wednesday, April 3rd

8th Graders: If you ordered an 8th grade class photo your picture is here. Please come to the front office to pick yours up!

Here’s another one for 8th grade…Once you are at least 14 years and 6 months old you can take Driver Education. There are courses available this spring and over the summer. Check it out and sign up on the Driver Ed page of the LPS website!

On Friday before the break, our amazing runners competed in the PACER fitness finals. Congratulations to all who participated. For the girls, the top three were 3rd-Sami Bell, 2nd-Erin Dickes, and our 1st place Champion girl was Katie Usagani with 82 lines. In the boys' competition, tied for 2nd was Nash McMonigle and Rylan Sinclair, and our 1st place Champion was Silas Folk with 103 lines. Great job!!!

Reminder for any incoming freshman that are considering HHS, and HHS volleyball, there is an informational meeting TODAY, 4/3, 4pm in the Health Room. Go in the Athletic Entrance, and the Health Room is on the right, just after the entrance to the pool.

Last night our 8th grade volleyball teams played the Newton Knights!
Our A team brought home another win with Cora Amann having 8 consecutive serves in a game and Scarlett Segura having 12 consecutive serves that could not be returned. Josie Winger also came into the game ready to go and Rene Schell had multiple kills that helped the team advance. Great job A team!

B team unfortunately had a loss last night. Payton Fisher had some great serves and Kalyhea Jordan stepped up into a position at the last minute to help the team and did a great job. We believe in you B team!!

C team took their first win of the season last night! Even with a lot of adjustments, their energy was high and their serves were awesome including Ghena Kanchan getting 6 consecutive serves and two kills throughout the sets! Congrats on your first win C team, keep it up!!

8th grade boys volleyball club will be starting in just 12 days. If you are interested in joining Powell's Boys Volleyball Club, visit Mrs. Marshall's room to sign up and grab a flyer.

Basketball club will be meeting this Friday morning at 7:15. All 7th and 8th graders interested in ending the week playing a little basketball are welcome.

Oh my goodness, oh my goodness! Our Battle of the Books readers have been busy, busy reading sooooo many books. Join me in wishing them the best of luck as they compete at our Powell Battle of the Books competition this Friday during tutorials. Top competitors will earn a spot to compete in the district competition on May 2 at Littleton Prep!

Tuesday, April 2nd

Tuesday, April 2nd

This is a reminder: Chess Club will meet today after school in Mr. Lacey's room.

Hey Pumas, Wednesday will be the last day for sucker sales. We will be selling them before school and delivering them during Core Plus.

Last night the 8th grade volleyball teams played the Euclid Falcons.

A team unfortunately took a loss, but Maddie Pepe was able to pass some of the tricky balls and Grace Murphy didn't let the game get her down. Keep your heads up ladies!

B team also ended in a loss but didn't leave without a fight. Their passing really helped them and even when they were under pressure, they didn't break. Way to play strong girls!

C team went to 3 games and played so well, but ended in a loss. Kaitlin Canas was all over the court and Syd Crantit served some tough serves. Great job C team.

It’s that time of year again, Pumas! That’s right, it’s time for Tennis club with Coach Ennis. Tennis club starts today! We will meet at the tennis courts after school today and play until 4:45. If you have a racquet bring it, but if you need one there will be extras provided. There will be a ball machine to practice your forehand or backhand and courts to play against your teammates, so come out, have fun, and learn how to play!

Monday, April 1st

Monday, April 1st

Attention all chess club members! Today's meeting has moved to tomorrow, Tuesday, April 2. Again, there is no Chess Club today, but we will meet in Mr. Lacey's room tomorrow.

Come support our 8th grade volleyball team after school today as they host the Euclid Falcons. Good luck, ladies!

Hey Pumas, Wednesday will be the last day for sucker sales. We will be selling them before school and delivering them during Core Plus.

Friday, March 22nd

Friday, March 22nd

Hey Pumas, Fitness Finals is upon us!
Attention PACER Finalists! Remember to make your way down to the gym at 8:45...I repeat 8:45. No sooner, no later!!
See you soon and good luck!

Last night our 8th grade volleyball team played the Euclid Falcons!
Our A team broke Euclid's undefeated record in 3 sets! Even down 6-11, Scarlett Segura served 9 killer serves to get us all the way to the end! The whole team laid it out on the court and took the win by playing smart and not giving up! Amazing job girls!

Our B team ALSO broke Euclid's undefeated record in 3 sets! Even with the low ceilings, the girls were able to play everything! Kalyhea Jordan had great serves that were hard to receive, Abby Ballas played smart all the way around the court, and Payton Fisher took some hard hits but never gave up. Way to show up B team!

Our C team unfortunately had a loss, but played their best games of the season! They were able to be flexible and adjust to coach’s request and played so hard. C team always has a smile on their faces even when things don’t go how they would like. Keep the momentum up ladies!

Reminder for all 3 teams to come find Coach Perry at lunch in 3041 for your rootbeer floats!

Thursday, March 21st

Thursday, March 21st

Good luck to our 8th grade girls volleyball teams today as they travel to take on the Euclid Falcons.

Attention all Battle of the Books participants! Due to the snow day, we rescheduled our next meeting for TOMORROW.
This is our last chance for practice rounds before our POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION in April and the DISTRICT COMPETITION in May. Please make sure you have added your practice questions to your group's documents by tonight!
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Jordan or Mrs. Calkins. We look forward to battling with you on Friday!

Hey Pumas, Fitness Finals is upon us!
This Friday will be the Individual Pacer. If you qualified, you received your pass on Monday and we hope to see you there. Go to CORE+ to start your day and head down to the gym at 8:45 to check in and get ready to run the best lines of your life!
Don't forget to sign up for the tutorial as well today in CORE+

Our 7th grade girls volleyball battled Newton in front of a huge crowd on Monday. Our A team fought hard but lost in 3 sets with impressive serving from Haley Crozier and Delilah Fisbeck. Elliot Price and Kendall Helm were on the court leaders with their hustle plays and communication with their teammates. Our B team came up just short as well, losing in 3 sets. Gemma Strouse was a force when serving. Sylvie Peterson was a passing machine with Kanada Hicks and Sarah Martineau hustling for difficult hits. Our C team was dominant, winning in 2 sets and having the best serves of the night! Rebecca Morris made an impressive 8 point run on her serving. Danna Bautista also had two great runs while serving and the team played really well together the entire night. Come support our last home game on the Wednesday after break!

Thank you to all of our puma staff and students for your donations and support of the Pennies for Patients program. Our NJHS students did a great job counting every last coin we received and we were able to raise almost $2,000 to donate to LLS.
Congratulations to Mrs. Donda for the win this year. Kudos to her dedicated students who created a plan for donations and even did their own fundraising to raise money to donate. Mrs. Boehmler's CORE+ came in 2nd place and Mr. Genson's CORE+ came in 3rd.
Thank you again to everyone for their support

Attention NJHS students - your hours are due TOMORROW. Please bring them to Mrs. Donda by 3:30 tomorrow. If you are still in need of school hours, come see Mrs. Jay at lunch today or Mr. Croan at lunch tomorrow.

It’s that time of year again, Pumas! That’s right, it’s time for Tennis Club with Coach Ennis. Tennis Club will start the Tuesday we return from spring break, April 2nd. Meet on the tennis courts after school and play until 4:45. If you have a racquet bring it, but if you need one there will be extras provided. There will be a ball machine to practice your forehand and backhand and courts to play against your classmates, so come out, have fun, and learn how to play!

Wednesday, March 20th

Wednesday, March 20th

Attention all Battle of the Books participants! Due to the snow day, we rescheduled our next meeting for this Friday, March 22.
This is our last chance for practice rounds before our POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION in April and the DISTRICT COMPETITION in May. Please make sure you have added your practice questions to your group's documents by Thursday night!
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Jordan or Mrs. Calkins. We look forward to battling with you on Friday!

Last night Powell 8th grade volleyball played the Goddard Vikings.
A team went to three games and fought hard, but unfortunately lost in the third set. Cora Amann and Kalhea Jordan came out with their serves and Josie Winger moved all over the court so the ball did not hit the floor. Great job A team.
B team also went to three games and got their first win of the season! Every single player showed their skills and laid it all out on the court. Lilly Shurtleff was able to serve 14 points and Hailey Diggs was able to get some really tough hits. Congrats on your win.
C team unfortunately lost, but they are showing improvements every game. We saw some great plays from Khloe Ibarra Mojica, Gehna Kanchan, and Syd Crantit. Keep playing strong girls!
We can't wait to see even more improvement throughout the season from all three teams.

Hey Pumas, Fitness Finals is upon us!
This Friday will be the Individual Pacer. If you qualified, you received your pass on Monday and we hope to see you there. Go to CORE+ to start your day and head down to the gym at 8:45 to check in and get ready to run the best lines of your life!
Don't forget to sign up for the tutorial as well today in CORE+

Tuesday, March 19th

Come support your 8th grade volleyball team after school today as they host the Goddard Vikings!

Suckers sales will take place tomorrow. We are running low on several flavors so get them while you can.

Beginning Cooking club will meet Today after school.

Attention all Battle of the Books participants! Due to the snow day, we rescheduled our next meeting for this Friday, March 22.
This is our last chance for practice rounds before our POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION in April and the DISTRICT COMPETITION in May. Please make sure you have added your practice questions to your group's documents by Thursday night!
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Jordan or Mrs. Calkins. We look forward to battling with you on Friday!

Monday, March 18th

Monday, March 18th

Help cheer on our 7th grade girls volleyball teams as they host their first home game of the season against the Newton Knights after school today.

A HUGE congratulations to Abby Meier who represented Powell at the State MathCounts Competition. She placed 26th in the STATE and we are so proud of her accomplishments. Great work!

Attention NJHS students - there will be lunch opportunities all week to earn school hours for NJHS. Remember your hours are due THIS FRIDAY, March 22nd. Come join us today in Mrs. Donda's room to start planning our next event.

Suckers sales will take place this Wednesday. We are running low on several flavors so get them while you can.

Beginning Cooking club will meet Monday and Tuesday after school

Attention all Battle of the Books participants! Due to the snow day, we rescheduled our next meeting for this Friday, March 22.
This is our last chance for practice rounds before our POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION in April and the DISTRICT COMPETITION in May. Please make sure you have added your practice questions to your group's documents by Thursday night!
If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Jordan or Mrs. Calkins. We look forward to battling with you on Friday!

Wednesday, March 13th

Wednesday, March 13th

Because of the school dance after school today, there will be no homework club. Again, no homework club today. It will resume the following Monday.

Our Unified Basketball celebration will be held today during CORE+. Please check in with your teachers for attendance and tutorial sign-up, then come down to Room 1041! We look forward to celebrating with you!

Sixth Grade students that had STEM or Woods during 3rd quarter, you will need to pick up all projects from the Woods or Metals room no later than this Friday. Please drop by the shops to pick up your work to take home!

7th grade girls played Monday against Euclid. Here are some shoutouts.

A team lost a very close game despite impressive serving from Elliot Price. Haley Crozier was a passing machine with Kendall Helm hustling all over the court. Delilah Fisbeck was the vocal leader of the team in an impressive first outing.

B team had an exciting comeback win after losing the first set. Led by Sylvie Peterson's passing and the serving of Gemma Strouse. Kanada Hicks and Dasha Minava hustled all over the court in a great first win.

C team crushed their opponents to win in 2 sets with great serving by both Abigail Xue and Jadyn Blackwell. Aspen Lucero was clutch on her last few serves to clinch the victory.

Attention all Battle of the Books participants! Our next meeting is this Friday, March 15.

This is our last chance for practice rounds before our POWELL MIDDLE SCHOOL COMPETITION in April and the DISTRICT COMPETITION in May. Please make sure you have added your practice questions to your group's documents by Thursday night!

If you have any questions, please see Mrs. Jordan or Mrs. Calkins. We are looking forward to battling with you on Friday!

This is a reminder for 7th and 8th grade basketball players that we will be meeting for basketball club this Friday morning at 7:10. If you haven’t already talked to Mrs. Marshall about joining, talk to her today!

Tuesday, March 12th

Tuesday, March 12th

Because of the school dance after school tomorrow, there will be no homework club. Again, no homework club tomorrow. It will resume next Monday.

Our Unified Basketball celebration will be held on Wednesday during CORE+. Please check in with your teachers for attendance and tutorial sign-up, then come down to Room 1041! We look forward to celebrating with you!

Sixth Grade students that had STEM or Woods during 3rd quarter, you will need to pick up all projects from the Woods or Metals room no later than this Friday. Please drop by the shops to pick up your work to take home!

Monday, March 11th

Monday, March 11th

Homework club for today, Monday March 11th is canceled. Students: please ensure that you have a way home after school today.

Attention current 6th and 7th grade students, if you haven't already, please turn in your SIGNED elective course registration sheet to COUNSELING by Tuesday, March 12th.
If you do not turn in your signed course registration sheet, the computer will randomly assign your electives.
If you have any questions, stop by the Counseling Office. Thank you!

Because of the school dance after school on Wednesday, there will be no homework club. Again, no homework club on Wednesday. It will resume the following Monday.

Attention NJHS students - please meet in Mrs. Donda's room during lunch today to help wrap up the Pennies for Patients drive. Your hours for quarter 3 are due before Spring Break. Teachers - your physical boxes will be collected this morning and we hope to have results to you by Wednesday.

MathCounts is canceled this week due to the school dance on Wednesday.

Last Thursday, the C Volleyball team played Options Middle School! They played hard and really showed their skills. Khloe Ibarra Mojica never gave up on the ball and Kaitlyn Canas was able to get some really difficult passes to win us some points. Great job ladies!

This is just a reminder that today NPfH and SAGA are hosting a Day of Silence. This is not the national day of silence, which falls during CMAS. This is an opportunity for students to show their support and stand up against bullying, discrimination, and isolation of the LGBTQ+ community. The students who choose to participate should have a sticker. Students: If there is a time when you are required to speak (for example Vision and Hearing testing for 7th grade) you should participate and return to their silence after.

Thursday, March 7th

Thursday, March 7th

Come support our 8th grade volleyball team as they host Options after school. See you there!
Attention current 6th and 7th grade students, if you haven't already, please turn in your SIGNED elective course registration sheet to COUNSELING by Tuesday, March 12th.
If you do not turn in your signed course registration sheet, the computer will randomly assign your electives.
If you have any questions, stop by the Counseling Office. Thank you!

Monday, March 11th, No Place for Hate and SAGA are inviting all Pumas to participate in a day of silence in support of the LGBTQ community; standing against bullying and discrimination of this community. We want to acknowledge that this is not the National Day of Silence held in a few weeks, but an opportunity to show support for individuals who are a part of the LGBTQ community.

Today is the LAST day to sabotage other classes or boost your own CORE+ box for the Pennies for Patients drive. Thank you to all students and staff for your support and for helping raise funds and awareness for the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society. Your boxes will be emptied during 8th grade lunch this morning and then we will collect any loose ends and the physical boxes at the end of the day.
NJHS Students - we need all hands on deck! Please join Mrs. Donda in her room at lunch today to help collect and count.

Wednesday, March 6th

Wednesday, March 6th

Attention current 6th and 7th grade students, if you haven't already, please turn in your SIGNED elective course registration sheet to COUNSELING by Tuesday, March 12th.
If you do not turn in your signed course registration sheet, the computer will randomly assign your electives.
If you have any questions, stop by the Counseling Office. Thank you!

Tuesday, March 5th

Tuesday, March 5th

Last night 8th grade volleyball took on the Goddard Vikings!

A team brought home another win in 2 games! Kalhea Jordan really showed up and was attacking the ball like it was nobody’s business and Maddie Pepe stepped up when we needed her most. We can’t wait to see these girls continue to fight the rest of the season!

B team took us to a nail biting 3 games. With Sophie Tober taking every chance to touch the ball and Hailey with some crazy saves to help us rack up points. Unfortunately, we didn’t take the win but the girls fought incredibly hard.

C team walked away with a loss, but they are really showing their stuff. Gehna Kanchan was able to gain us quite a few points with her serves and Sa’Rya Stone’s positive attitude and perseverance really held up the team. Great job C team!

Monday, March 4th

Monday, March 4th

Surfs up! Come catch the breakfast wave this week as we celebrate National School Breakfast

Week! Enjoy a tropical fruit medley with your breakfast on Monday, dive into some blueberry

overnight oats on Tuesday, and hang ten with a tropical fruit parfait on Wednesday! It’s

guaranteed to be a totally tubular time at breakfast this week.

Good luck to the 8th grade volleyball team as they travel to take on the Goddard Vikings this afternoon!

Friday, March 1st

Friday, March 1st

Today is the big day - the movie afternoon featuring “the Live Action - Aladdin” beginning at 3:45. We hope to see you there! Bring your backpacks to the cafeteria with you, as you will not be able to return to your lockers after the movie. Please be sure your ride is here at 5:45 to pick you up.

Thursday, February 29th

Thursday, February 29th

Just a reminder that Beginning Cooking Club will meet after school today.

The results are in! After an intense round of collecting and counting yesterday, we have already raised almost $400 as a school in the first few days of the competition. Our 6th grade CORE classes this year are dominating with money raised so far. Watch out!

While Mrs. Chavers' CORE+ had the most pennies, she unfortunately experienced quite a bit of sabotaging as well. This allowed Mrs. Boehmler's CORE+ to take the lead and earn the most positive points for the first round of the competition. Congratulations to Mrs. Boehmler's CORE+! We will reach out to you to coordinate a time to receive your prize.

Keep fighting strong Pumas! We have a week to go and the totals will continue to build upon what you have earned so far. Mrs. Calkins' CORE+ currently has the most points in 7th grade and Mr. Sprague's CORE+ has the most points in 8th grade, but it is anyone's competition! Keep strategizing and bring in those pennies! Teachers - please note that you have access to the Google Spreadsheet if you would like to see the results of your own CORE+ class.

Basketball club starts tomorrow morning! Any 7th or a 8th grade students interested in joining should stop by Mrs. Marshall's room to sign up. Basketball club will meet every Friday morning from 7:15 - 8:10.

Wednesday, February 28th

Wednesday, February 28th

Did someone say movie afternoon?? If you haven't been paying attention or are forgetful here is one of your final reminders - the first movie afternoon will be THIS Friday, featuring “the Live Action - Aladdin”. The movie begins at 3:45. Concessions will be available and all proceeds go towards the thespian troupe. Turn in your CORE cards TODAY in order to have a chance at winning VIP seats and benefits. Looking forward to seeing you there! Please be sure your ride is here at 5:45 to pick you up.

Last night our 8th grade volleyball teams took on the Newton Knights! All three teams played really well and were super flexible in their first games of the season!

A team came away with a victory in 2 games with the help of Cora Amann and Scarlett Segura's serves, great defense from Rene Schell and 2 kills from Shay Wilcox! Way to start the season ladies!

B team played really hard, but came out a little short. Lilly Shurtleff helped out the team with 7 points from her serving, Harriett Jewell was a super positive team member who was all over the court, and Erin Dickes was exactly where she needed to be with her passing. With a ton of girls, there is a lot of skill and talent and we can't wait to see them grow the rest of the season.

C team fought through 3 games with no substitutions! Unfortunately, it ended in a loss but every player stayed positive and played their hardest. Jordan Whipple and Anna Rowe had great serves, and the whole team didn't let a single ball drop without someone going for it. Way to go girls.

Tuesday, February 27th

Tuesday, February 27th

Attention members of SAGA: this is a reminder that we will be having a meeting this Wednesday, February 28th. Can't wait to see you there!

Students competed in the state Technology Student Association on February 22-24.
Participating and making semifinals in at least one event were Cannon Ashbridge, Max Braaten, Steven Chaney, Evan Dahrens, Finley France, Connor Goodwin, Soren Jefferies, Gage Riley, Ethan Sellers, Nats Stocks, Ivan Shchetinin and Cole Wandry.
The following students qualified and will have the opportunity to compete at the National TSA Competition in Orlando, Florida this summer! These students, events and places are:
Placing 1st in Cybersecurity was Finley France also placing first in Technical Design was Finley France and Cole Wandry.
Thank you POWELL students and staff. We participated in a community service project collecting Tabs for Tots for the Ronald McDonald House. Our school collected a total of 14 pounds of tabs! Way to GO Powell!! We could not have collected this many pounds without your help. Start collecting now for next year.

This week we will hold a special CORE card drawing for VIP access to our Movie Afternoon. One lucky winner will win VIP access to the VIP Lounge for themselves and three friends along with popcorn, soda, and candy. A second lucky winner will win VIP snacks of soda and candy. Get your CORE cards in! The drawing will be held on Wednesday, February 28. There is a special collection box for this drawing in the main office.

Come support our 8th grade volleyball team after school today in their season opener as they welcome the Newton Knights. Good luck, ladies!

MathCounts will meet this WEDNESDAY after school in Mrs. Donda's room. See you there.

NJHS - Please plan to help count in Mr. Croan's room after school until 4:45 pm on Wednesday if you are able. We need all the help we can get!

Our Pennies for Patients drive has begun! Did you know that US bills are made from linen and cotton rather than paper? Bring in those bills and coins this week to sabotage your competition or boost your own CORE+ box with pennies! All money will be collected on Wednesday afternoon to determine the first milestone winner of the competition. Will Mrs. Toland bring home the trophy again this year? Game on!

Monday, February 26th

Monday, February 26th

Attention choir students from quarters 1, 2, & 3. If you have not received your choir shirt for this year, please see Mrs. Stephens in 3026.

This Friday is our movie afternoon! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a late afternoon in, watching “the Live Action - Aladdin” on the big screen. Be sure to turn in those CORE cards in order to have a chance at winning VIP seats and benefits. There is a special collection box for these in the main office. Remember, the movie begins at 3:45. We can’t wait to see you there!

Basketball Club starts this Friday! Basketball Club is open to 7th and 8th grade boys and girls and will take place Friday mornings from 7:15 - 8:10. Space will be limited, so stop by Mrs. Marshall's room to sign up.

Come support our 8th-grade volleyball team after school today in their season opener as they welcome the Newton Knights. Good luck, ladies!

Attention members of SAGA: This is a reminder that we will be having a meeting this Wednesday, February 28th. Can't wait to see you there!

Friday, February 23rd

Friday, February 23rd

Attention to all 7th and 8th students interested in joining our new Basketball Club, please stop by Mrs. Marshall's room to sign up. Space will be limited so stop by today! We will meet before school on Friday mornings from 7:15-8:10 starting next week, March 1st, and continuing until the end of the school year. We will do a little skill practice and play lots of 1/2 court and full court scrimmages. It will be a great way to end your week!

Thursday, February 22nd

Thursday, February 22nd

Attention choir students from quarters 1, 2, & 3. If you have not received your choir shirt for this year, please see Mrs. Stephens in 3026.

Have you seen the posters around school?? That is right, our first movie afternoon is on March 1st. The movie, “The Live Action - Aladdin”, begins at 3:45. Be sure to save up your CORE cards and have them turned in to have a chance at VIP seats & benefits. There is a special collection box for these in the main office. Looking forward to seeing you there!

Our Unified basketball team ended our season with a win at Newton last night. We are so proud of our athletes; Nick, Asher, Farida, Gracie, Jania, Siahna, Ben, Adam, Frost, and Gunnar. Thank you to our partners for supporting our athletes and cheering us on.
Please wash your jerseys and turn them in to Ms. Massie's classroom by Monday.
Stay tuned for an end-of-the-season celebration! Go Pumas!

Wednesday, February 21st

Wednesday, February 21st

Your Powell Unified basketball team is playing at Newton on Wednesday at 4:30pm-5:30pm for our last game of the season! Come out and show your support!

Don't forget last day to turn in your TABS for TOTS is today. If you forgot them please bring them to Mrs. Gaston immediately in the morning on Thursday. Thank you for supporting TSA. We currently have over 11 pounds of tabs collected for the Ronald McDonald House.

Congratulations to 8th graders Cole Littleford, Naomi Davis, Maggie Usagani, and Breanna Fielding for winning first, second, third, and fourth place respectively in the Optimist Club's International Essay Contest this year! Their essays rose above many fine submissions, including those from high school students. They will be recognized and given their award checks on Friday, March 15 at the club's morning meeting. Once again, well done Cole, Naomi, Maggie, and Breanna!

TSA participants your next TSA meeting and final work time before our State TSA Competition is TODAY after school in room 1210. All portfolios and projects should be ready for competition for all events. See you then.

MathCounts will meet TODAY in Mrs. Donda’s room. Come solve some engineering problems for engineering week and continue to prepare for the state competition.

Tuesday, February 20th

Tuesday, February 20th

This is a reminder. 7th-grade girls volleyball begins today!

Attention choir students from quarters 1, 2, & 3. If you have not received your choir shirt for this year, please see Mrs. Stephens in 3026.

Did someone say movie afternoon?? On March 1st, Powell will be hosting our 1st movie afternoon, featuring “The Live Action - Aladdin”. The movie begins at 3:45. See signs around the school for what to bring and get your core cards turned in to have a chance at VIP seats & benefits. There is a special collection box for these in the main office. Concessions will be available and all proceeds go towards the thespian troupe. This is an afternoon you will not want to miss!

Student Council will meet tomorrow in room 3040. See you then.

Your Powell Unified basketball team is playing at Newton on Wednesday at 4:30pm-5:30pm for our last game of the season! Come out and show your support!

A message from our high schools... Powell - are you ready for one of the most memorable nights of the year? Get ready for a very special night - the Tri-School Unified Basketball Game! "Save the Date '' to attend and support Arapahoe, Heritage, and Littleton's Unified teams on Wednesday, February 21 at 6:30pm in Heritage's Main Gym. It is "Jersey Night" so make sure to wear your favorite jersey to the game. This is a FREE EVENT and there will be special guests, half-court shots, and more. All are invited in the hopes of filling the gym. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors to this awesome night.