Serena Middle School

Congratulations! Faith Miller & Max Brodbeck are the recipients of the IPA John Ourth Student Recognition Award. The John Ourth Student Recognition Award is given to students who consistently demonstrate the qualities that Serena Middle School values most: strong character, personal responsibility and a commitment to learning. Students who receive this award exemplify: 🌟Respect for self, others and the learning environment 🌟Responsibility and accountability through honest effort, preparedness and ownership of choices 🌟Integrity by acting ethically and doing what is right even when unobserved 🌟Perseverance and growth mindset when facing challenges or setbacks 🌟Kindness and empathy toward peers and adults 🌟Self-control and sound judgment that contribute to a safe, positive school community John Ourth Student Recognition Award recipients serve as positive role models and contribute to a culture of learning, respect and continuous improvement. Congratulations Faith & Max!

Last week, Crystal from Financial Plus Credit Union spent time with the 6th grade
students to talk about "All Things Financial."

Serena Middle School is so appreciates FPCU's support.

Mrs. Dierzen's 8th Grade Social Studies class has been studying the Civil Rights Movement.
Students created t-shirts to represent the individuals, groups and events that they learned about.

Great job 8th graders!

Congratulations to our "StEPS' February calendar winners: 2/7-Sarah Dukic, 2/14-Saturday-Melissa LeCuyer,
2/14-Valentine's Day-Beverly Boorsma, 2/21-Gary Anderson, 2/28-Adam Thompson

Thank you for your continued support to the Serena Middle School students/staff.

Show Your School Spirit! Get Your Favorite Serena Spirit Wear ⬇️ https://www.ssshirtsnmore.com/collections/serena-huskers-spirit-wear Free Delivery To SMS!

The 5Essentials Survey identifies five indicators that lead to improved outcomes for all students. The five indicators that positively affect school success are: Effective Leaders Collaborative Teachers Involved Families Supportive Environments Ambitious Instruction Your completion of the Parent Survey will help us guide improvement at Serena Middle School. Your identity and survey responses will be kept confidential and will never be connected to you or your child. Thank you for taking the time to complete the 5Essentials Parent Survey. We value your input! Take the survey here ⬇️ https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/

If you can spare a half hour or so, stop by the SHS / SMS Library @ 6:00PM for the StEPS meeting tonight. See you there! 😊

Support Your Favorite SMS Student ! SMS is participating in the Polar Plunge in an effort to raise money for the athletes of the Special Olympics Illinois. Each year, Special Olympics Illinois serves a community of more than 60,000 traditional athletes, coaches, volunteers and more throughout the state by creating opportunities for growth, personal development and connection through sports, health and leadership programs. Will you help us reach our goal of raising at least $3000? If you would like to make a donation, please click on the link below or scan the QR code. Thank you for helping to make a difference for the amazing athletes of Special Olympics Illinois. https://support.soill.org/event/2026-letr-cool-school-serena-ms-region-a/e754686

The 5Essentials Survey identifies five indicators that lead to improved outcomes for all students. The five indicators that positively affect school success are: Effective Leaders Collaborative Teachers Involved Families Supportive Environments Ambitious Instruction Your completion of the Parent Survey will help us guide improvement at Serena Middle School. Your identity and survey responses will be kept confidential and will never be connected to you or your child. Thank you for taking the time to complete the 5Essentials Parent Survey. We value your input! Take the survey here ⬇️ https://survey.5-essentials.org/Illinois/

National FFA Week Fun!

Don't Forget ...

New Spirit Items Added!

Check Them Here:
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Free Delivery To SMS!

Funds Raised So Far: $2,100
Goal: $3000

Would you like to help SMS reach their fundraising goal?
Every dollar counts!

Donations Can Be Made Here:
https://support.soill.org/event/2026-letr-cool-school-serena-ms-region-a/e754686

Thank You!

Today is National School Resource Officer Appreciation Day! We are proud to recognize and celebrate the invaluable work of our School Resource Officer - Deputy Tongate. School Resource Officers play a vital role in creating safe and supportive learning environments. Deputy Tongate serves as an educator, mentor and law enforcement - with the goal of ensuring our students and staff feel secure, supported and connected. At Serena Middle School, we can can count on Deputy Tongate to: 🔺Maintain Safety & Security Conduct regular safety checks, monitor the building and school grounds and support our emergency readiness plans. 🔺Promote Prevention & Positive Choices Address concerns with professionalism and care and use a preventative approach to guide students toward safe and responsible behavior. 🔺Educate Students & Staff Talk with students and staff about safety, law and conflict resolution - while building a meaningful relationship that helps students make good decisions. 🔺Collaborate With The Community Serve as a trusted liaison between CUSD 2 and local law enforcement to ensure that there is coordinated support for our students and staff. Deputy Tongate’s positive presence, dedication and commitment to the Serena Middle School community makes a tremendous impact. She is not only a protector of SMS - but also a mentor, educator and role model for our students. THANK YOU Deputy Tongate for all that you do to keep Serena Middle School safe and to support the well-being of our entire community! 🇺🇸We are grateful for your service today and every day!

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Spirit Week Fun!

Reminder ...

Crystal, from Financial Plus Credit Union visited with the 5th grade students this week to discuss "All Things Financial."