Powell Daily Announcements: 2025

Monday, March 3rd

Mar 3, 2025

Attention Powell Students: We have seen an increase in concerning student behavior with substitute teachers. Guest teachers will now have the opportunity to write referrals for poor behavior choices. When your class has a substitute, please remember to represent yourself, your teachers, and Powell in a positive way.

This week is National School Social Workers Week! Be sure to thank Ms. Perry when you see her this week for all the hard work she does to help our school!

Student council members will have another meeting this Wednesday as we get ready for the spirit assembly. Please meet in room 3040 at 8:30.

If you are a part of the spirit assembly please and you received a release form, please return it by Wednesday to Mrs. Marshall or Mrs. Sheets

Attention techies! If you were selected to be on our tech crew for the play, your first rehearsal is today. Make plans to be on the stage after school from 3:35-4:45. Also look at the full rehearsal schedule on the call board door like you were asked to do during your interview.

The first round of donations for our Pennies for Patients drive have been counted. We have already collected almost 8000 pennies in our first round and we still have a week to go. Keep those donations coming!

The first round winner is Ms. Boehmler’s CORE+. Congratulations! Boxes will be collected tomorrow, Tuesday March 4th, as well as Monday March 10th. Teachers: Check your inbox for access to the master document with the totals of each CORE Plus class.

Friday, February 28th

Feb 28, 2025

Today is the big day - the movie afternoon featuring “Safety” 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. Also, once you leave the building, you will not be let back in. Please be sure your ride is here at 5:45 to pick you up.

Check your pockets, dive between the sofa cushions and empty out the cupholders! Pennies for Patients boxes will be collected TODAY and counted to determine our first winner of the competition. We still have 4 more days next week to bring in your donations to help your CORE+ or sabotage other CORE Plus classes.

All donations will support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS). LLS was started more than 70 years ago and has donated more than $1.3 billion towards cancer research. Thank you for your support and let’s continue to bring in those donations next week to help your CORE+.

Thursday, February 27th

Feb 27, 2025

One more reminder that we will be holding Basketball Club tomorrow morning! Get your rest tonight so you can wake up bright and early tomorrow morning!

The weather looks great today! Hope you can join us for Soccer Club on the Field after school!

Glee Club is after school in the choir room!

There is no Dungeons and Dragons or Photography after school.

Wednesday, February 26th

Feb 26, 2025

7th grade girls volleyball starts today!! Please meet your coaches in the gym after school today, dressed and ready to play by 3:40!!

Did someone say movie afternoon?? On Friday, Powell will be hosting our movie afternoon, featuring “Safety”. The movie begins at 3:45. Concessions will be available and all proceeds go toward 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.

Hey Pumas, today is the last day to sign up for the Spirit Assembly. Please sign up in access if you have a chance.

The weather looks great tomorrow! Hope you can join us for Soccer Club on the Field after school tomorrow!

Basketball Club is a go this Friday morning! We’ve had two weeks off, so it’s time to get back on the court. Doors open at 7:10, see you in the gym!

Last night our 8th grade girls played their first volleyball game of the season against Newton! A team started the night off strong with a win in 2 sets! Serving was strong from all of the girls and Kendall Helm, Elliott Price, and Haley Crozier all had a couple great kills to get us points we needed.

B team unfortunately ended in a loss, but fought hard in the second set. Cora Parry had multiple serves that helped the team and Gemma Strouse was able to get some really great digs!

C team went to 3 games last night and also ended in a loss, but are really showing determination. After being down 15 to 0 in the first set and coming back for the win, they played 2 more games and went into extra points in the 3rd set, unfortunately just barely losing!

Great job to all 3 of our teams last night, we are so excited for the rest of the season!

Glee Club is tomorrow after school in the choir room! Please practice the songs before we see you tomorrow! For more information please see Ms.Bates and Mrs.Martinez

To be read by NJHS Students:

Pennies for Patients is underway! If you haven’t already, find those pennies and add them to your CORE+ teacher’s box. Remember all donations will go to the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society (LLS) to support cancer patients and cancer research. Don’t forget that you can also sabotage other CORE+ boxes with other coins and bills that are not pennies. The competition will run through next Thursday, March 6th, but the first round of counting will take place THIS FRIDAY. Boxes will be emptied and counted and the CORE+ class with the most positive points this Friday will earn a prize. Thank you for your support!

Monday, February 24th

Feb 24, 2025

7th grade girls volleyball is starting this week on Wednesday!!! Please turn in your paperwork to the main office prior to Wednesday’s practice!

This Friday is our movie afternoon! Bring your family and friends and enjoy a late afternoon in, watching “Safety” 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!

8th grade boys basketball players, don’t forget to wash your uniform and bring it to school tomorrow! Bring it to Mrs. Marshall’s room after school and stay for some yummy treats. See either of your coaches with any questions.

Magic: The Gathering will meet today after school.

PRIDE Leaders: Our next activity with the sixth graders will take place during CORE Plus next week. Mrs. Blake will hold two training sessions during lunch today and tomorrow. Please make arrangements to attend one of these times. If you are unable to attend, please let Mrs. Blake know so that you can receive the training at another time. Always remember… Be the PRIDE Leader today you want to be remembered in two years!

Student Council will have their next meeting this Wednesday at 8:30 in room 3040

And now and announcement from Student Council and the Spirit Assembly

Hello Pumas, Student Council is excited to announce that we will be having a Spirit Assembly on Thursday, March 13th during our Core Plus time. If you would like to participate in the assembly please go to Powell’s Website and click on the link to sign up to be part of the cheer team, the obstacle course, the song competition or the roly poly activity. Please sign up by this Wednesday’s access.

Tomorrow is the day! Due to the snow day on Friday, we will deliver boxes to CORE+ classes today and start the Pennies for Patients Competition. The goal is for your CORE Plus to get the most positive points in your box. The competition will run through next Thursday, March 6th. xs

Glee Club is tomorrow after school in the choir room! We will start our songs!

Tuesday, February 25th

Feb 25, 2025

7th grade girls volleyball is starting tomorrow!!! Please have your paperwork turned in to the main office prior to practice beginning, preferably before school or during lunch. See you at 3:40!

Battle of the Books is today after school! See you there!!

8th grade volleyball season opens today! Let’s pack the gym as we welcome the Newton Knights after school today. Good luck, ladies!

8th grade boys basketball players, stop by Mrs. Marshall’s room after school today to turn in your uniform and enjoy some snacks as we celebrate our season together. It’s a great way to pass the time before you head down to support our girls volleyball team today!

Glee club is today after school in the choir room! It is not too late to join us!

PRIDE Leaders: Our next activity with the sixth graders will take place during CORE Plus next week. Mrs. Blake will hold one last training session today at lunch. If you are unable to attend, please let Mrs. Blake know so that you can receive the training at another time. Always remember… Be the PRIDE Leader today you want to be remembered in two years!

Student Council will have their next meeting this Wednesday at 8:30 in room 3040

And now and announcement from Student Council and the Spirit Assembly

Friday, February 21st

Feb 21, 2025

Next 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 26. There is a special collection box for this drawing in the main office.

Attention 7th Grade Volleyball Girls! We have less than a week until our first practice!! Keep getting that paperwork in and fees paid to Ms. Cook in the main office. All items must be turned in before practice on the 26th.

8th grade boys basketball players, mark your calendars for our end of season celebration and uniform turn in date. This will take place on Tuesday after school in Mrs. Marshall’s room. Be sure to wash your jersey over the weekend! We will turn in our uniforms, enjoy some snacks and reflect on our season. See you Tuesday!

Magic: The Gathering will meet after school next Monday. Set your deck, refine your strategy, and join us in Mrs. Blake’s room for some fantastic competition!

PRIDE Leaders: Our next activity with the sixth graders will take place during CORE Plus next week. Mrs. Blake will hold two training sessions during lunch on Monday and Tuesday. Please make arrangements to attend one of these times. If you are unable to attend, please let Mrs. Blake know so that you can receive the training at another time. Always remember… Be the PRIDE Leader today you want to be remembered in two years!

Thursday, February 20th

Feb 20, 2025

8th Grade students attending Heritage High School next year, please remember to complete your Course Registration on Infinite Campus by February 21.

Have you seen the posters around school?? That is right, our movie afternoon is on February 28. The movie, “Safety”, 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!

Because of the weather, there will not be soccer club today after school.

8th grade boys basketball players, it’s time to celebrate the great season we had. Please meet in Mrs. Marshall’s room after school on Tuesday, February 25th to turn in your jerseys and enjoy some sweet treats. Make sure that you wash your uniforms before you turn them in! Please see Coach Altena or Coach Marshall with any questions.

Do you know anyone in your family who has or has had cancer? Next week NJHS will be hosting their annual Pennies for Patients drive starting next Monday, February 24th to support the Leukemia and Lymphoma Society with cancer research and patient support. This will be a penny war competition amongst our CORE Plus classes. Each teacher will have a box in their CORE+ class to collect donations. Pennies go in your own box for positive points, but watch out! Other students can add other coins and bills to your box to sabotage you as well! The past two winners have been Mrs. Donda in 2024 and Mrs. Toland in 2023. Let’s see if these winners will win again or if a new CORE+ will take the title this year!

Magic: The Gathering will meet after school next Monday. Set your deck, refine your strategy, and join us in Mrs. Blake’s room for some fantastic competition!

Wednesday, February 19th

Feb 19, 2025

8th Grade students attending Heritage High School next year, please remember to complete your Course Registration on Infinite Campus by February 21.

Attention 7th Grade Volleyball Girls! We have 1 week until our first practice!! Keep getting that paperwork in and fees paid to Ms. Cook in the main office. All items must be turned in before practice on the 26th.

Because of the weather, there will not be soccer club tomorrow after school.

Attention cast for “How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery,” your rehearsal for today, February 19 has been cancelled. NO play rehearsal on today.

Tuesday, February 18th

Feb 18, 2025

8th Grade students attending Heritage High School next year, please remember to complete your Course Registration on Infinite Campus by February 21.

Did someone say movie afternoon?? On February 28, Powell will be hosting our 2nd movie afternoon, featuring “Safety”. The movie begins at 3:45. Concessions will be available and all proceeds go toward the thespian troupe. This is an afternoon you will not want to miss!

This is a reminder that there is no Glee Club after school this week. Our first Glee rehearsal will be Tuesday, February 25th in the choir room. For more questions see Ms. Bates and Mrs. Martinez.

Are you interested in doing tech for the school play? There is a sign up sheet for interviews that will take place next Wednesday, February 26. Don’t wait! Once all the time slots are filled, you will have to wait to join next year!

Attention all 8th grade boys who played basketball for Powell this year. Again, that’s all 8th grade boys you were on ANY basketball team at Powell, your yearbook staff neglected to take a team photo for the yearbook. Be prepared to gather during lunch today for a quick team photo.

Attention cast for How to Get Away with a Murder Mystery, your rehearsal for this Wednesday, February 19 has been cancelled. NO play rehearsal on Wednesday.

Attention NJHS Students - you have a mandatory meeting before school tomorrow - see Google Classroom or Mrs. Donda for more details. We will be spending time this week getting ready for our Pennies for Patients drive. Please check out the sign up sheet on Mrs. Donda’s door to help with a specific task this week.

There will be no Battle of The Books today

Friday, February 14th

Feb 14, 2025

Hey Powell Pumas!

Who likes a good movie? Who enjoys hanging out with their family and friends? Who likes snacks, drinks, and all the candy you can eat? Well, if you answered yes to any of the above then get ready to attend Powell’s movie afternoon on February 28th, featuring “Safety”! 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. Can’t wait to see you there!

Hey Students, you will be able to write Friendship notes at lunch today. Tell the people in your life how much you appreciate them.

Thursday, February13th

Feb 13, 2025

Reminder that we will not be having Basketball Club tomorrow. We will see you again next week!

8th grade girls volleyball starts today!!! Please meet your coaches after school in the gym today, dressed and ready to play. Can’t wait to see you there!

Due to the weather, there will NOT be Soccer Club today after school.

Hey Pumas! Glee Club is today after school in choir room. Its not too late to join! We are welcoming anyone who loves to sing, dance, and play instruments! For more information about today please see Ms. Bates and Mrs. Martinez.

Last night our Unified team played Euclid here at home! All of our players did such an amazing job and we could not be more proud of them! Conlan Bailey made multiple 3 point shots, Adam Elgarbi had some pretty cool trick moves, Siahna Anderson had phenomenal form and showed up with racking up some points, Kepler Porterfield hustled down the court and dunked the ball, and last, but certainly not least, Bo Merchant made multiple baskets on the tall hoop and had an incredible positive attitude that helped our whole team! Unfortunately, it ended in a loss, but we are always winning with our positivity and fun! Great job Pumas!!

Wednesday, February 12th

Feb 12, 2025

Attention 7th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball. In case you missed the first required meeting, we will be holding another! If you already attended last week, please DO NOT come to this one.

WHEN: TODAY

TIME: During 7th grade Lunch ~ 11:20 - 11:35

** Please hurry to the lunch room, buy your lunch and make your way to the gym.

See you today! Coaches Bowlen & Altena

8th grade girls volleyball is starting tomorrow!!! Please have your paperwork turned in to the main office by tomorrow!

Mark your calendars for Friday, February 28th for Powell’s 2nd movie afternoon featuring “Safety”. 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. All students are invited - inviting your families is optional. Hope to see you there!

Due to the weather, there will NOT be Soccer Club tomorrow after school.

We will not be holding Basketball Club this Friday, so enjoy the opportunity to sleep in a little bit!

No Place for Hate will NOT be meeting this week. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, February 20.

Unified Basketball plays at home TODAY! Come support your Pumas at 4:30 for our one and only home game. Some say it's the best day of the year, but you wouldn’t know unless you show up! T-shirt and merch toss during ½ time!

Hey Pumas! Do you love to sing? Do you love music? We are excited to announce Powell’s first-ever Glee Club! The first will tomorrow, after school in room 3026. Everyone is welcome to join! For more information please see Ms.Bates and Mrs.Martinez

Tuesday, February 11th

Feb 11, 2025

Registration reminder: All 6th and 7th grade students, please remember to fill out your elective request form with your parent or guardian and get their signature by Wednesday the 12th! You will turn in your completed form on the 12th to your Access teacher. Forms without a parent or guardian signature will not be accepted. If you missed Core+ and did not receive a sheet, please come get one in the Counseling office or go see your Core+ teacher as soon as possible!

Battle of the Books tonight after school in Mrs. Budden’s room. Get ready to battle!

8th Grade students attending Arapahoe High School next year, please remember to complete your Academic Plan on Infinite Campus, complete the Registration Google Form, and bring your SIGNED green registration sheet to your Access class this Wednesday, February 12.

8th Grade students attending Heritage High School next year, please remember to complete your Course Registration on Infinite Campus by February 21.

8th grade girls volleyball is starting this week on Thursday!!! If you haven’t been able to come to a pre-season meeting, we have another meeting TODAY during 8th grade lunch in the media center! Can’t wait to see you there!

WHEN: TOMORROW

TIME: During 7th grade Lunch ~ 11:20 - 11:35

** Please hurry to the lunch room, buy your lunch and make your way to the gym.

See you tomorrow! Coaches Bowlen & Altena

We will not be holding Basketball Club this Friday, so enjoy the opportunity to sleep in a little bit!

Student Council our next meeting is tomorrow at 8:30 in room 3040. See you there.

No Place for Hate will NOT be meeting this week. Our next meeting will be on Thursday, February 20.

Our one and only home Unified basketball game is Wednesday at 4:30pm! Come out to support our incredible athletes and program. T-shirt and merch toss during ½ time! Go Pumas!

Hey Pumas! Do you love to sing? Do you love music? We are excited to announce Powell’s first-ever Glee Club! The first will be on Wednesday, February 13th after school in room 3026. Everyone is welcome to join! For more information please see Ms.Bates and Mrs.Martinez

Monday, February 10th

Feb 10, 2025

8th Grade students attending Heritage High School next year, please remember to complete your Course Registration on Infinite Campus by February 21.

8th grade girls volleyball is starting this week!!! If you haven’t been able to come to a pre-season meeting, we have another meeting tomorrow, February 11th during 8th grade lunch in the media center! Can’t wait to see you there!

WHEN: This Wednesday, February 12th

TIME: During 7th grade Lunch ~ 11:20 - 11:35

** Please hurry to the lunch room, buy your lunch and make your way to the gym.

See you today! Coaches Bowlen & Altena

eSports will have their first meeting today after school! Meet outside of the STEM lab.

Magic: The Gathering will meet today after school in Mrs. Blake’s room. Join us for some run competition!

Our 8th grade boys basketball teams all played in the district tournament over the weekend. They all had a disappointing end to their season, each team coming up a little short. Our players left everything they had on the court and we were very proud of the growth they showed throughout the season. Stay tuned for information about uniform turn in and end of season celebration.

Wednesday, February 5

Feb 5, 2025

Good Morning Pumas! A few reminders:

-NO FOOD or DRINKS outside during recess

-Recess passing period is an extra 2 minutes…please get to class on time.

Tonight is the last night of the Littleton Public Schools district art show, where creativity meets expression. This curated event will showcase stunning works from talented artists across all Littleton Public Schools, bringing together a celebration of color, form, and imagination. The Show is at the Arapahoe Community College Art Gallery with its closing reception tonight from 5-7pm.

This year’s Powell featured artists are:

Will Stone

Sophie Lucero

Cohen Dobbins

Aiden Long

Sergio Pinto Ortiz

7th grade boys basketball players: your uniform needs to be turned in THIS FRIDAY. Please make sure it is washed. During 7th grade lunch on Friday, after you’ve finished your food, please bring your uniform to the Media Center. We’ll have some cookies and soda as well. See you then!

Hi, my name is Kalina. I am a member of No Place for Hate. The third commitment that the pledge states is “I will encourage others to embrace who they are.” This means that everyone should embrace their identities and encourage others to embrace theirs as well. We should all be respectful of other peoples’ identities and we should never make fun of it. Today, we encourage you to learn something new about a friend, or even learn something new about someone you don’t know very well!

8th grade girls volleyball is starting next week!!! There will be a pre-season meeting on Friday, February 7th during 8th grade lunch in the media center! If you are unable to attend on Friday, don’t you worry, there will be another opportunity during lunch on Tuesday, February 11th! Can’t wait to see you there!

Hey Pumas! Do you love to sing? Do you love music? We are excited to announce Powell’s first-ever Glee Club! The first will be on Wednesday, February 13th after school in room 3026. Everyone is welcome to join! There will be posters up today for a Google Classroom code to join. For more information please see Ms.Bates

Unified Basketball participants, today is our first game at Goddard! We will meet in front of Massie’s classroom, 1031, after school. We will take a bus to Goddard, but you will need your own ride home. See you then! Go Pumas!

No Place for Hate will take place in Ms. Boehmler’s room tomorrow after school.

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What does that spell? Will Gleason! Please join us in wishing Will the best of luck as he competes in the District Wide Scripps spelling bee today at the Epic Campus! Good luck, Will!

Congratulations to our 8th grade boys C team for their victory over Options Middle School. They have secured a spot in the District Championship game this Saturday. These guys continue to work as a team, each person knowing where they need to be and what they need to do. Everyone stepped up to make big plays that helped us get the win. Great game Pumas and good luck Saturday!

Friday, February 7th

Feb 7, 2025

Hi, my name is Evan. I am a member of No Place for Hate. The fifth and last commitment of the pledge says, “I will educate myself and others to raise awareness about bullying, helping to create a more inclusive and understanding community.” That means that we should all be more aware about bullying, and we should help others to be more aware to build a safe school environment for everyone! Thank you for taking the time to reflect and act on our commitments this week. If you ever need a reminder, find the paw prints by Mr. Broer’s office to read the commitments again!

7th grade boys basketball players: your uniform needs to be turned in TODAY. Please make sure it is washed. During 7th grade lunch, after you’ve finished your food, please bring your uniform to the Media Center. We’ll have some cookies and soda as well. See you then!

8th grade girls volleyball is starting next week!!! There will be a pre-season meeting on TODAY during 8th grade lunch in the media center! If you are unable to attend, don’t you worry, there will be another opportunity during lunch on Tuesday, February 11th! Can’t wait to see you there!

Our 8th grade boys basketball teams played in their semi-final games last night at Euclid Middle School. Our A team worked very hard, but wasn’t able to close the gap at the end of the game. Jasiah Mora knocked down some very important free throws and Ryker Vancil and Ethan Van Gemert drained a few 3’s which all helped to keep us close. Our A team will be playing tomorrow at 11:00 in the consolation bracket. A big congratulations to our B team for coming up with an exciting win! They will be playing in the Championship game this Saturday at 1:00. Landon Franks came up with some huge rebounds and added an important basket for our team. Come out and watch our boys teams play here at Powell tomorrow! We play at 11:00, 12:00 and 1:00. Good luck boys!

eSports will have our first meeting on Monday after school. Meet outside the STEM lab.

Thursday, February 6th

Feb 6, 2025

Hi, my name is Rose. I am a member of No Place for Hate. The fourth commitment in the pledge is “I will do my best to speak up for myself and for others.” We should speak up when we hear people say mean things to us and especially if someone is doing it to another kid/person. Being a bystander can be just as harmful as being a bully. Take some time to reflect on a time where you were able to stand up to someone who was being unkind, think about what you did well and what you might do differently next time!

Good luck to our 8th grade boys basketball team as they visit Euclid today for the tournament semifinals. Today’s games will determine their finals match up this Saturday at Powell. More details to come tomorrow! Let’s Go Pumas!

Hey Pumas! Do you love to sing? Do you love music? We are excited to announce Powell’s first-ever Glee Club! The first will be on Wednesday, February 13th after school. Everyone is welcome to join! There will be posters up today for a Google Classroom code to join. For more information please see Ms.Bates

No Place for Hate will take place in Ms. Boehmler’s room after school today.

D and D and photography club is in the library today after school.

Tuesday, February 4th

Feb 4, 2025

Hi, my name is Josiah. I am a member of No Place for Hate. The second commitment in the pledge says “I will be cautious in my words and actions because I don’t know the impact it will have with someone.” This statement means that our words hold value and if we say something that is unkind or hurtful to others, it could impact them not only for the day, but for the rest of their life. Take a moment to compliment a friend, peer, or staff member today!!

Attention all 7th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball: There will be a mandatory meeting TODAY during lunch. Please grab your lunch, or if you are buying lunch, head to the front of the line and then make your way to the gym. The meeting will start promptly at 11:15. See you soon! Coaches Bowlen & Altena

Good morning Pumas, I’m Gracie and I’m Lexi.

Lexi: Welcome to Healthy Activities month!

Gracie: As you know, this month is highlighting Healthy Activities. Lexi:These activities can help you if you are having a bad day or even if it’s just for fun.

Gracie: These healthy activities can impact your mental health in a positive way.

Both: Have a great day Pumas!

Unified Basketball participants, tomorrow we have our first game at Goddard! We will meet in front of Massie’s classroom, 1031, after school. We will take a bus to Goddard, but you will need your own ride home. See you then!

Last night our 8th grade boys basketball teams finished up their regular season games against Euclid Middle School. Despite playing behind the entire game, Jacob Carey led the team in scoring with 9 points as he remained calm, consistent and aggressive every minute he played. King Jordan and Caleb Borquez also showed strength and hustle. Our B team played their best game of the season so far, but came up just a couple of points short. They made smarter passes and worked more as a team which kept them close all 4 quarters. Gray Ferrigno was on fire both offensively and defensively. His speed and grit caused a lot of turnovers for the Falcons. He led the team with 8 points while Justin Arnold, Kai Budler and Leo Jurbala also made important contributions. Our C team continues to be a fun team to watch! Their encouragement for each other is unmatched! Jackson Kennedy and Aiden Long scored big baskets which helped the team to their victory as well as a 1st place finish in regular season play! Good luck to our C team as they travel to Euclid to play in their semi-final game today after school!

Monday, February 3rd

Feb 3, 2025

Hi, my name is Avi. I am a member of No Place for Hate. No place for hate asked you all to sign a pledge in September to show your commitment to prevent bullying and make our school a more welcoming environment. Our first commitment for the pledge was “I will work hard to make sure everyone feels safe.” This means that every student should be respectful to everyone else and they should not be a bystander. Remember that the nicer you are the safer the environment will feel. Take a moment today to check in with a friend!!

Attention all 7th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball: There will be a mandatory meeting TOMORROW during lunch. Please grab your lunch, or if you are buying lunch, head to the front of the line and then make your way to the gym. The meeting will start promptly at 11:15. See you soon! Coaches Bowlen & Altena

Calling all SAGA members! Today is the day! Come join us in room 1041 after school for time to connect. This is a student led group. Come be a part of SAGA. See you in room 1041 TODAY!

This week is National School Counselors Week! Be sure to thank Mrs. Christensen and Ms. Valerio if you see them this week for all the hard work they do to help our school!

The results for eSports tryouts are up and hanging on Mr. Altena’s and Ms. Boehmler’s room. Our first meeting will be next Monday, February 10 after school in the STEM lab. Congratulations to all who made the team!

Teachers, your BINGO word of the day is… PINK

Friday, January 31st

Jan 31, 2025

All first semester woods students in 7th and 8th grade, please stop by the wood shop TODAY pick up your completed projects. Today is the last day to take your projects home.

Students if you plan to attend an after school sporting event you must be in the gym by 3:45 or leave campus and return at 4:30. Students you are not allowed to wander the halls.

Attention all 7th grade girls interested in playing Volleyball: There will be a mandatory meeting during lunch on Tuesday, February 4th. Please grab your lunch, or if you are buying lunch, head to the front of the line and then make your way to the gym. The meeting will start promptly at 11:15. See you soon! Coaches Bowlen & Altena

Attention SAGA students. SAGA is back! SAGA will be meeting on Mondays, starting next Monday, February 3rd from 3:30 - 4:45 pm. Come see old friends or to meet new ones. All are welcome. See you on Monday in Room 1041.

Alright 7th graders TODAY is the day. The early registration window for next year’s Washington DC closes TODAY. Don’t miss out on this amazing opportunity and be sure to get yourself signed up.

A strong reminder that no food or drink is to be taken outside during recess. This included unopened snacks and drinks of any type.

Our 8th grade boys basketball teams played against our rivals at Newton Middle School. Our A and B teams struggled to find their rhythm and both came up on the losing side of the game. Landon Syers was calm and composed throughout the game. Jacob Carey worked hard defensively, never giving up. For our B team, Kai Budler gave a strong effort on offense and defense and Blake Matney played smart and consistent basketball. Our C team started out strong and never looked back. This is the most positive, team-focused and encouraging group of boys. They continue to get better, individually and as a team, each game. Dylan Renner and Tommy Lindig are a dynamic duo in the backcourt and Corbin Weil lead the team in points, rebounds and steals.

Thursday, January 30th

Jan 30, 2025

Good luck to our 8th grade boys basketball teams today as they travel to take on the Newton Knights.

TSA meeting is today after school in room 1210.

All first semester woods students in 7th and 8th grade, please stop by the wood shop to pick up your completed projects. Please do this before January 31.

Attention all soccer players: Soccer Club starts today! Bring your cleats - and maybe athletic pants and a light jacket - and come to the field after school today. Boys and girls from all grades are welcome!

Congratulations to the 7th grade boys basketball teams! The A team dominated Goddard and finished the season with a win! Ian Laderer led all scorers with 14 points. The B team had ANOTHER close one, and fell just short by 2 points. Ben Minerly led all scorers with 7 points. C team fell just short, but played with enthusiasm. Cason Zwickl led Powell with 4 points. Congrats on a great season!

Alright 7th graders Friday is the day. The early registration window for next year’s Washington DC closes TOMORROW. If you aren’t one of the 50 students who have already registered then get yourself signed up for a trip you will remember for many years to come.

Just a reminder that Dungeons and Dragons and photography club is not meeting after school today. See you all next week!

Starting today, the lunch bell will only ring 2 minutes before the normal passing period. This will allow you 6 minutes to get to class. All students need to be in class on time.

Unified participants, basketball practice is today after school in the gym! See you there!

Wednesday, January 29th

Jan 29, 2025

Attention NJHS Students - our next mandatory meeting will be TODAY, January 29th in Mrs. Donda’s room during lunch. You should have received a lunch pass in your block 7 class yesterday. If you did not receive a pass, please see Mr. Croan to receive one. Please plan to stay in Donda’s room the whole lunch period.

Good luck to our 7th grade boys basketball teams as they travel to Goddard after school today for their last games of the season!

All first semester woods students in 7th and 8th grade, please stop by the wood shop to pick up your completed projects. Please do this before January 31.

Students if you plan to attend an after school sporting event you must be in the gym by 3:45 or leave campus and return at 4:30. Students you are not allowed to wander the halls.

Attention all soccer players: Soccer Club starts tomorrow! Bring your cleats - and maybe athletic pants and a light jacket - and come to the field after school tomorrow. Boys and girls from all grades are welcome!

Our 8th grade boys basketball teams played some great basketball last night against Euclid Middle School. Our A team had an outstanding performance in their win against the Falcons with contributions from all players. Joe Sotelo and Ethan Van Gemert led all scorers. King Jordan was tough on defense grabbing rebounds and causing turnovers while Jasiah Mora showed tremendous composure. Our B team played a very tough game, but came up a little short. Henry Huggins and Tareq Frasier were all over the rebounds and steals and Gray Ferrigno was persistent and aggressive all game long. Our C team was in control the entire game and showed excellent teamwork. Braedan Longoria had a huge game with 8 points, 8 rebounds and 5 steals. Corbin Weil and Santiago Grado Caraveo were active and effective in their rebounding and defensive efforts. Great games Pumas!

Tuesday, January 28th

Jan 28, 2025

Attention NJHS Students - our next mandatory meeting will be THIS WEDNESDAY, January 29th in Mrs. Donda’s room. Please plan to stay in Donda’s room the whole lunch period.

Good luck to our 8th grade boys basketball teams as they travel to Euclid after school today.

All first semester woods students in 7th and 8th grade, please stop by the wood shop to pick up your completed projects. Please do this before January 31.

Monday, January 27th

Jan 27, 2025

Magic: The Gathering will meet today after school in Mrs. Blake’s room.

All first semester woods students in 7th and 8th grade, please stop by the wood shop to pick up your completed projects. Please do this before January 31.

Friday, January 24th

Jan 24, 2025

Magic: The Gathering will meet after school on Monday in Mrs. Blake’s room. All levels of experience are welcome! Bring your plainswalker and join the fun!

Our eSports Club is having one more tryout day Wednesday, January 29 after school. Students that wish to try out must have a signed permission slip. Please see Ms. Boehmler or Mr. Altena to receive a permission slip or if you have any questions.

All first semester woods students in 7th and 8th grade, please stop by the wood shop to pick up your completed projects. Please do this before January 31.

Attention NJHS Students. We are in need of about 5 students to be on our leadership team for Pennies for Patients. Please email Mrs. Donda if you are interested.

Unified registration has closed! Thank you to everyone who applied to be a partner. You will receive an email from Ms. Massie by Friday afternoon with additional information. Our first practice is Thursday after school next week! Can’t wait to see you there!

In case you missed it, your 8th grade boys basketball teams played in 3 exciting games last night against the Newton Knights. Davin Scholl dominated the game with 10 points, 12 rebounds and 7 steals while Jacob Carey and Ethan Van Gemert each added 4 steals to their 3 point buckets. The A team came away with a big victory against our rival school. B team played hard all game, but came up short. Leo Jurbala led the team with 9 points - including 2 big 3 pointers! Blake Matney and Henry Huggins were big on the boards and Justin Arnold led the team in steals. Our C team had a big comeback in the last 2 minutes, but it wasn’t enough to pull off the win. Dylan Renner was on fire scoring 10 points and hustling for 4 steals. Jackson Kennedy was all over the rebounds. Great games by all our Pumas last night!

Thursday, January 23rd

Jan 23, 2025

Congratulations to our 8th grade boys C team for their efforts in their games last night against Options. We split the games again, but showed teamwork and sportsmanship the entire night. Shout out to Braeden Longoria for his 14 points and Corbin Weil for double digit rebounds in both games. Aiden Long, Jacob Tin and Dylan Renner teamed up to create quite the defensive trio with their hustle, focus and grit.

Come support our 8th grade boys basketball teams as they welcome Newton after school today. See you there!

Congratulations to our 7th grade boys basketball teams! The A team showed a TON of improvement, but fell a little short to Euclid. Owen Wise led all scores with 10 points and played incredible defense. The B team lost by only one point, with Silas Folk’s last second half court shot just barely too late, even though he swished it. Silas had 8 steals and 12 points to lead all scores. The C team played hard all game and won! Myler Palmer had 5, Henry Amann had 5, and Jett Schull had 4 in their team victory. Go Pumas!

TSA meeting is today after school in room 1210.

Magic: The Gathering will meet after school next Monday in Mrs. Blake’s room. Set your deck, refine your strategy, and join us for competitive fun!

D and D and Photography Club is tonight after school in the library.

Attention all soccer players! Powell is starting a Soccer Club on Thursdays after school. Because of the weather, we won’t be having Soccer Club this week (so NO Soccer Club today), but as the weather allows, we will plan to have it each Thursday after school on the track field. Boys and girls of all grades are welcome!

Attention NJHS Students. We are in need of about 5 students to be on our leadership team for Pennies for Patients. Please email Mrs. Donda if you are interested.

Wednesday, January 24th

Jan 22, 2025

Last night our 8th grade boys C team played a double header against Options Middle School. We split the games 1-1. Tommy Lindig showed tremendous hustle and toughness on defense while Alex Toker displayed fantastic offensive decision making. Webb Bailey kept his cool as he knocked down important free throws through the games.

It’s a rematch today, Powell, so come support our 8th grade boys basketball team as they welcome Options, after school, one more time. And, Good luck to our 7th grade boys basketball teams as they travel to Euclid after school today.

This is just a reminder that there is no Chess Club today. Our next meeting will be next Wednesday, January 29.

Attention all soccer players! Powell is starting a Soccer Club on Thursdays after school. Because of the weather, we won’t be having Soccer Club this week, but as the weather allows, we will plan to have it each Thursday after school on the track field. Boys and girls of all grades are welcome!

Tuesday, January 21st

Jan 21, 2025

Time for another basketball game, Pumas. Come on out and support our 8th grade boys basketball team as they welcome Options after school today.

Attention Chess Club members. Tomorrow’s meeting is cancelled due to a schedule conflict. There will be no Chess Club this week.

Battle of the Books is tonight in Mrs. Budden’s room.

Student Council will meet next Wednesday in room 3040 at 8:30. See you then. And now an announcement from Student Council.

Friday, January 17th

Jan 17, 2025

Unified Basketball: Are you committed to ensuring inclusion within our school? Do you recognize differences and celebrate all kids? Are you adaptable, encouraging, and a strong role model? Do you enjoy basketball? Consider signing up to be a Unified Basketball partner for the 2025 season. Applications and additional information can be found on Massie’s door (1031). If you have completed the paperwork, turn it in to the front office by Ms. Cook. Today is the last day to submit your application!

Student Council will meet next Wednesday in room 3040 at 8:30. See you then. And now an announcement from Student Council.

Thursday, January 16th

Jan 16, 2025

eSports tryouts will be taking place today and tomorrow. You must have a signed permission slip to try out. Meet in Ms. Boehmler’s room, 1044 after school if you are trying out today.

There is no TSA Meeting today after school.

D and D get what items you need from the library and then go to Mrs. Budden’s room. Photography club, meet in Mrs. Budden’s room. Both of these today after school!

Congratulations to our 7th grade boys’ basketball teams on some awesome basketball last night against Newton! After falling in a big hole early on, the A team made an impressive comeback, but ultimately fell short. Owen Wise led all scores with 14. Our B team went down to the wire and, after a floater in the last minute of game time by Silas Folk, won a thriller by one point. Silas also led all scores with 6 points. Our C team fought hard, but ultimately couldn’t reclaim the lead in the 4th quarter, falling 25 to 17. Juelz Powell led Powell with 6 points, Jett Schull had 5, and Cason Zwickl had 4 points. Go Pumas!

Tuesday, January 14th

Jan 14, 2025

eSports tryouts will be taking place after school tomorrow and Thursday. You must have a signed permission slip to tryout. Please see Mr. Altena or Ms. Boehmler to get your permission slip and sign up for a time on Google Classroom.

For 8th grade only:
Make sure you are in your CORE+ class right now.
Once attendance has been taken, head to the cafeteria. You NEED to stay with your CORE+ class.
You will be dismissed from the cafeteria for your short ride on the bus to EPIC.

Monday, January 13th

Jan 13, 2025

eSports tryouts will be taking place after school on Wednesday and Thursday of this week. You must have a signed permission slip to tryout. Please see Mr. Altena or Ms. Boehmler to get your permission slip and sign up for a time on Google Classroom.

No Place for Hate will meet in Ms. Boehmler’s room after school today.

Magic: The Gathering will meet in Mrs. Blake’s room today after school.

8th grade boys basketball players, we will NOT be having practice today after school. Please be ready to practice hard tomorrow. 7th grade boys will still have practice today.

Friday, January 10th

Jan 10, 2025

eSports tryouts will be taking place after school on Wednesday, January 15 and Thursday, January 16. You must have a signed permission slip to tryout. Please see Mr. Altena or Ms. Boehmler to get your permission slip and sign up for a time on Google Classroom.

No Place for Hate will meet in Ms. Boehmler’s room after school on Monday.

Do you like solving mysteries? How about being IN one? This year’s Spring Play is called How to get Away with a Murder Mystery. AUDITIONS ARE FULL. There are no more available time slots. If you are interested in auditioning, you must email Mrs. Enley to schedule a time during lunch or before school. No auditions will be done after Thursday, so make sure you email Mrs. Enley now to get an audition time since they are full after school. There is a Google classroom to join posted on the Call Board, that’s the door at the back of our stage. You must have an audition time slot for a chance to be an actor in this murder mystery. Auditions are next Wednesday and Thursday. If you would rather be involved OFF the stage, our tech interviews are a few weeks away, so hang in there!

Magic: The Gathering will meet after school on Monday in Mrs. Blake’s room. Set your deck, refine your strategy, and join us for competitive fun!

Our 8th grade basketball team travelled to Goddard last night and challenged them to a few close games. A-team cut their deficit from last game in half. Landon Syers fought through an injury to lead them to a close loss. B-team came down to the final seconds, and Joe Sotelo showed great playmaking. Henry Huggins hustled on defense and rebounded in a loss that came down to the final shot. C-team won in a really close game. Braden Longoria made some really big shots in the second half and Santiago Grado Caraveo did a great job on defense to lock down their shooter at the end. Come support us in our next home game against Newton!

Thursday, January 9th

Jan 9, 2025

Good luck to our 8th grade boys basketball team today as they hit the road for a rematch with Goddard.

TSA meeting is today after school in room 1210. We will be focusing in Early Submission work for all state TSA events.

No Place for Hate will meet in Ms. Boehmler’s room after school on Monday.

Congratulations to the 2 Powell students whose poems were recently selected to be published in “A Celebration of Poets” from the Creative Communication Fall 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:

6th grader Maddi Jensen for her poem “I Remember”

8th grader Thistle Landgren for the poem “Hearing Fall Whispers”

If YOU are a writer who would like to enter your writing in contests or submit it for possible publication, please see Mrs. Jordan for more information.

We are so proud of all of our Puma authors!

Wednesday, January 8th

Jan 8, 2025

Homework Club Announcement! New to 2nd semester: Homework club will NO longer be offered on Monday’s after school. Homework club will ONLY be Wednesdays after school. Please only come to Homework Club if you have something productive to work on. The first Homework Club of 2nd semester will be TODAY!

This is a reminder for 6th graders who would like to play basketball at Powell this year. Meet your coaches after school in the gym ready to play!

TSA members, this is a friendly reminder of our TSA meeting on Thursday. All participants must attend this meeting. Please make sure portfolios are completed for your events.

Can you spell EXCITED? I am so excited to see all of the spellers today after school trying to earn a spot in the district-wide Scripps spelling bee. See you after school in room 3057. We wish you the best of luck in the competition today!

Attention Thespians! There is no Thespian Troupe today after school. Again, there is no Thespian Troupe meeting today after school.

Do you like solving mysteries? How about being IN one? This year’s Spring Play is called How to get Away with a Murder Mystery. If you are interested in auditioning, there is a sign-up and a Google classroom to join posted on the Call Board, that’s the door at the back of our stage. You must have an audition time slot for a chance to be an actor in this murder mystery. Auditions are next Wednesday and Thursday. If you would rather be involved OFF the stage, our tech interviews are a few weeks away, so hang in there!

Tuesday, January 7th

Jan 7, 2025

Game on, 6th graders! Your basketball season begins tomorrow. Please meet your coaches after school in the gym tomorrow dressed and ready to play. There will be a very brief meeting after lunch in room 1210

TSA members, this is a friendly reminder of our TSA meeting on Thursday. All participants must attend this meeting. Please make sure portfolios are completed for your events.

Calling all spellers! Thank you for all that RSVP’d. Tomorrow, January 8th is the school level written spelling bee. Please come to Ms. Calkins’ room 3057 after school with your charged chromebook! Please see her today if you have any questions or have not confirmed with her, yet!

Battle of the Books is today after school in Mrs. Budden’s room! See you there!