Springville Junior High

The National History Day Regional Competition was held last Saturday, March 15. Advancing to state are Joy Mejia, historical paper and Jacob Barker, exhibit. Benjamin Christensen earned an Honorable Mention for his website. Congratulations to all of our participants! Back: Harper Roberson, Emma Whitney, Blythe Lawrence, Taylor Barren, Mrs. Smith. Front: Benjamin Christensen, Rachel Kent, Jacob Barker, Joy Mejia. Not shown: Derrick Figeroa and Oliver Goates

Friday at lunch, the SJHS Track Team led the Friday Shield activity of Bullseye golf! The students had a great time competing!

Today we recognized the students who were selected as our Super Knights for Terms 3 and 4. These students are chosen by their teachers for exemplifying what it means to be a knight. Our 8th grade winners are Megan Rawle, Josie White, Kyle Naylor, and Ben Christensen. Our 9th grade winners are Cameron Henderson, Noah Cardenas, Maci Bigler, and Celeste Oporto Angulo. Congratulations to these extraordinary students.

Our school musical starts tonight! Students got a preview of some of the songs today during our assembly. It's going to be a great show!

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Barlow. Role at SJHS: Speech-language pathologist Favorite Snack: Cheese Favorite Beverage: Hot Chocolate Dream Vacation Destination: Italy Weird Food Combination You Love: Grilled cheese with jam Hobbies: Hiking and traveling If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: I would bring peanut butter & chocolate protein bars because they would give me both joy and sustenance.

We are on an assembly bell schedule today. We will be watching a preview of the musical!

Yesterday day in Mr. Jesse's world history and geography class students reenacted trench warfare as they learn about World War 1.

Just a reminder that students will be released at 11:15 today for a staff development day.

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Droz. Role at SJHS: Counselor Favorite Snack: Cheese Favorite Beverage: Tea Dream Vacation Destination: Hawaii Weird Food Combination You Love: Chili and cheese on spaghetti Hobbies: Anything outside- hiking, skiing, reading, pickleball... Go to Feel Good Song: Emmylou by First Aid Kit What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Me If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: The button that let me quit the show immediately- I do not want to try to survive on an island If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: The boat driver on Survivor

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Thorpe. Role at SJHS: School Psychologist Favorite Snack: Dark chocolate and mixed nuts Favorite Beverage: Coke Zero or Dr. Pepper Zero Dream Vacation Destination: Thailand Weird Food Combination You Love: Grilled cheese with apple slices on it Hobbies: Hiking, running, traveling, being with my family Go to Feel Good Song: Scenario by Tribe Called Quest What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Waterfall bangs If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: Chapstick–I always have chapstick If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: Landscape Photographer

Girls Volleyball, Grades 9-12 Open Gym Info!

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Piña. Role at SJHS: English 9/Honors, ML English, Yearbook Favorite Snack: Gardettos Favorite Beverage: Sparkling Water Dream Vacation Destination: Japan Hobbies: Arts and crafts, hiking, reading, watching sumo wrestlingI like to do puzzles, make cards, and other crafting. I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling. I like to collect and display magnets to places I have traveled. Go to Feel Good Song: Digital Bath by Deftones What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Razr Flip Phones If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: Art museum education outreach

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Jones. Role at SJHS: English 8, Special Education Favorite Snack: Reese’s Anything Favorite Beverage: Diet Dr. Pepper Dream Vacation Destination: Hawaii Weird Food Combination You Love: Fries dipped in ice cream Hobbies: I like to do puzzles, make cards, and other crafting. I enjoy spending time with my family and traveling. I like to collect and display magnets to places I have traveled. Go to Feel Good Song: "Roar" by Katie Perry What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Staying up all night. I don't even think I can do it anymore. If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: Swiss Army Knife from my Papa Jack because I can use it to do so many things. If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: Nurse was my other dream career.

Get Ready for an amazing night of basketball! Join us at Springville High School as we host the SHS Basketball Team VS. Cops Charity Basketball Game. This event is for a great cause. Tickets are just $5, and all proceeds will support the Refugee Services Fund of the Utah Workforce Services. Everyone is invited! Cheer on their favorite team, eat some concessions, and enjoy some halftime show performances from our own Springville High School Performing Arts groups. Don't miss out on the fun! Get your tickets now and be a part of a wonderful community event. Link to tickets: www.successfund.com/qjq7z

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Kessinger. Role at SJHS: Special Education Paraeducator Favorite Snack: Snickers Favorite Beverage: Diet Coke Dream Vacation Destination: Korea Weird Food Combination You Love: Cafe Rio’s Hot Salsa and Funeral Potatoes Hobbies: Shopping What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Rollerskates If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: Cell Phone because most everything is there If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: Stay at home mom

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Lopez. Role at SJHS: ESL Technician and Student Advocate Favorite Snack: Hot cheetos with lime all over Favorite Beverage: Dr. Pepper Dream Vacation Destination: Hawaii Weird Food Combination You Love: Hot cheetos dipped in cool whip Hobbies: DIY projects, sewing, and playing volleyball Go to Feel Good Song: You Rock My World by Michael Jackson What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Silly Bandz If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: Flashlight because being in the dark is scary If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: Nurse

Check out these amazing events offered by our local Springville Library!

Come watch the SJHS production of The Lightning Thief! Buy tickets ahead of time by using the link in bio for @SpringvilleJrTheatre Follow their account for updates and fun videos from the cast and crew!

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday to learn a little bit more about the amazing faculty and staff here at Springville Jr. High School. Today we are spotlighting Ms. Renz. Role at SJHS: Foods and Nutrition Teacher Favorite Snack: Gummy bears or toast Favorite Beverage: Coke Zero or Ginger Ale Zero Dream Vacation Destination: Costa Rica Weird Food Combination You Love: Ketchup on buttered toast Hobbies: Building Legos, fantasy football, watching baseball Go to Feel Good Song: Thousand Bad Times What was cool when you were younger, but isn't now: Me and my cabbage patch kid If you were a contestant on a survival reality show, what one item would you bring and why?: A case of paracord If you were not a teacher, what career would you have: Lego Master Builder or a WDW VIP guide

Anyone interested in joining track and field this year come to the information meeting on Tuesday, March 4th at 2:45 pm in the main gym. All ability levels are welcome. No tryouts necessary. Everyone can participate. If you have any questions, contact Coach Silvey, Coach Williams, or Coach Arruga.