MP East students have been rocking it as guest announcers this year. They pick their introduction song and give us all the news! Thanks for being great helpers! #mphawks #seethestars. #seeforyourself.

Check out the newest episode of MP-West School News! #mphawks #seethestars #seeforyourself https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=vA7l_4HAmEk&ab_channel=LoriSimon

Mid-Prairie 1st Annual AK-12 Art Show! When: April 11-13 Where: Wellman YMCA Banquet Hall Why: To showcase the amazing art of our students in the district! Opening night is Monday, April 11th, at 6 PM. Show is free to the public anytime the YMCA is open. Don't miss it! #mphawks

Congratulations to our March 28-April 1 MPHS Students of the Week! This week we have two students. Paytin Swartzentruber was nominated by Ms. Puttmann: "Paytin is a great student in Advanced Algebra! She participates well in class activities, takes good notes, is willing to help out others, and does a great job with the content. So proud of her!" Drew Craft was nominated for using his fire fighter training during a medical situation at school. Thanks to both of these students for their hard work! #mphawks #seethestars #seeforyourself

MP Elementary Family Literacy Night was so much fun! Families enjoyed a free meal, made dog toys, edible dog treats, listened to interactive read alouds and learned about our area summer reading programs. 💛🐾🖤🐶 #mphawks

Have you signed up yet for Mid-Prairie's 2022 Spring Family Academy on April 5th? Here's another breakout session you can choose from! What Is Public Health? Emily Tokheim, Washington County Public Health Administrator, Sarah Smith, Social Worker, Roberta Sloat, 1st Five Program Coordinator, and Martha Hernandez, Dental Hygienist/I Smile Coordinator, will be representing Washington County Public Health and presenting general public health information. After enduring two grueling years of pandemic response, they welcome this opportunity to display their non-pandemic related programs and activities to the public! Register for the complimentary meal, child care and/or Real Colors Training by TOMORROW, March 28th! Meal Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLcb5By3hM_67RiDU-JlaQ7TfYnj7iU1yjz_5cMtf76YUJWA/viewform Child Care Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee1AjkbnJmyN24afh6YBmBcfbxuAUbXynjhC5Jg4irP-Meyw/viewform Real Colors Training: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAw5Cz0rMdjmjD7zsPc-rlY6S2FfgVUi0dQaP4oRGbF-thZg/viewform

Check out a sneak peek at another break out session offered at this year's Spring Family Academy. Make sure to register for the complimentary meal, child care and/or Real Colors Training by March 28th! Links to register below. #mphawks Mindy VanZuiden, homeschool parent, a private dyslexia tutor and Project Teacher with Mid-Prairie Homeschool Assistance Program, will provide a brief overview of the characteristics of dyslexia, as well as debunk some common myths surrounding dyslexia. Dyslexia is the most common learning disability. It does NOT mean seeing backwards, but is hereditary and runs in families. Join this breakout session to learn more. Meal Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLcb5By3hM_67RiDU-JlaQ7TfYnj7iU1yjz_5cMtf76YUJWA/viewform Child Care Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee1AjkbnJmyN24afh6YBmBcfbxuAUbXynjhC5Jg4irP-Meyw/viewform Real Colors Training: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAw5Cz0rMdjmjD7zsPc-rlY6S2FfgVUi0dQaP4oRGbF-thZg/viewform

The MP Culinary II class has had a wide and varied semester of learning. We capped it off learning to cook lobster! Thanks to parents Clint and Amy Helmuth for donating the lobsters!

Thinking about attending 2022 Mid-Prairie Spring Family Academy, but not sure what to expect in the breakout sessions? Here is one breakout session you might want to choose! Establishing Boundaries and Routines Lindsay Swartzendruber, Grant Wood Area Education Agency Autism Consultant, will provide a quick background on why establishing healthy boundaries and consistent routines have been proven effective in supporting children’s mental health and wellness, both in the classroom and at home. The majority of the session will include quick, easy to implement strategies parents can implement right away. Although all children can benefit from these strategies, children with executive function- ing challenges, ASD, ADD/ADHD and Anxiety may particularly benefit. This is just one of a variety of breakout session options you can attend free at Family Academy. Don't miss out! Use the links below to register for the complimentary meal, child care and/or Real Colors training offered by MP's Kristan Hunter. Register by Monday, March 28th! #mphawks Meal Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLcb5By3hM_67RiDU-JlaQ7TfYnj7iU1yjz_5cMtf76YUJWA/viewform Child Care Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee1AjkbnJmyN24afh6YBmBcfbxuAUbXynjhC5Jg4irP-Meyw/viewform Real Colors Training: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAw5Cz0rMdjmjD7zsPc-rlY6S2FfgVUi0dQaP4oRGbF-thZg/viewform

Don't miss Mid-Prairie's 2022 Spring Family Academy on Tuesday, April 5th! Keynote speaker, Kendra Bailey, will be presenting on the importance of self care with her speech titled, "Unplugged: Find Your Outlet". As the Executive Director of Imagine Therapy Solutions, PLC, Kendra Bailey is a trained Licensed Mental Health Counselor who has worked in a variety of health care settings. With a BS in Elementary Education, a Master’s in both Clinical Counseling and School Counseling, Kendra’s passion is to give parents, caregivers, educators, and counselors tools to help guide in making conscious choices. Kendra has experience working with individuals, adults, couples and families, and she also takes a special interest in working with children and adolescents. Use the links below to sign up for the complementary meal provided, child care and/or Real Colors Training. #mphawks Meal Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLcb5By3hM_67RiDU-JlaQ7TfYnj7iU1yjz_5cMtf76YUJWA/viewform Child Care Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee1AjkbnJmyN24afh6YBmBcfbxuAUbXynjhC5Jg4irP-Meyw/viewform Real Colors Training: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAw5Cz0rMdjmjD7zsPc-rlY6S2FfgVUi0dQaP4oRGbF-thZg/viewform

Time is running out to fill out the Mid-Prairie Superintendent Search Survey! Survey will close Saturday, March 25. We want your input! #mphawks https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UAfhu8KBbX12r1DLsFlPDHdK_c46gHUR/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115096444010613947518&rtpof=true&sd=true

Mark your calendars for the MP-West Elementary 3rd & 4th Grade Spring Music Program on Thursday, March 31, at 6:30 pm in the MPHS gymnasium! #mphawks

Congratulations to our MPMS March Staff Member of the Month! Thanks for all you do for our students! #mphawks #seethestars #seeforyourself

Congratulations to our MPMS March Students of the Month! Keep up the great work! #mphawks #seethestars #seeforyourself

The High School Mock Trial Team competed at regionals in Iowa City on Wednesday, March 23rd, and won a seat at State Competition in Des Moines on March 31st and April 1st. Congratulations!! #mphawks #seethestars #seeforyourself The team consists of: Jacob Flynn Charolette Sieren John Stultz Xandree Campbell Grace Puttmann Avery Slaubaugh Avery Frede Phoebe Shelter Aliza Parks Ashlee Farrier Coach Evans

Last call for businesses to participate in Mid-Prairie High School's Career Fair April 26th! We have many businesses lined up to participate, but still have some room left if you are looking for employees. Contact Erin Cavanagh at ecavanagh@mphawks.org to join us. #mphawks

Please be aware phone lines and internet are down at MP-East Elementary for the remainder of the day. If you need to get a message to the school, please stop by in-person or call the middle school to try to relay a message to East. We apologize for the inconvenience! #mphawks

Superintendent Search Survey closes this Saturday, March 26. Make sure to give your input in hiring our new superintendent! Click the link below for more information and the survey. #mphawks https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UAfhu8KBbX12r1DLsFlPDHdK_c46gHUR/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115096444010613947518&rtpof=true&sd=true

2022 Spring Family Academy: Check out the flyer to learn more about Mid-Prairie's Spring Family Academy on Tuesday, April 5th. Use the links below to sign up for Real Colors Training, a complimentary meal and/or child care for the evening. See you there! #mphawks Real Colors Training: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfAw5Cz0rMdjmjD7zsPc-rlY6S2FfgVUi0dQaP4oRGbF-thZg/viewform Meal Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfLcb5By3hM_67RiDU-JlaQ7TfYnj7iU1yjz_5cMtf76YUJWA/viewform Child Care Sign-Up: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSee1AjkbnJmyN24afh6YBmBcfbxuAUbXynjhC5Jg4irP-Meyw/viewform

Don't forget to fill out the Superintendent Search Survey before March 26th! Give your input on what you feel is most important as we work through the process of hiring a new Mid-Prairie Superintendent. Use the link below for more information and access to the survey: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1UAfhu8KBbX12r1DLsFlPDHdK_c46gHUR/edit?usp=sharing&ouid=115096444010613947518&rtpof=true&sd=true #mphawks