May 2018

Well done, 6th Grade Orchestra ... and a huge "shout out" and thank you to our outstanding director, Mr. Hansen!  "Thank you for coming to support your children last evening.  They knocked it out of the park and met all my expectations.  This has been an exceptional group.  Bravo to them all, and to you [parents] for encouraging them.  I hope you enjoyed your time listening to the fruits of their labors these past months.  I have had a blast working with them."  - Russell Hansen

The Spanish Fork American Legion Post 68 hosted the second annual Freedom Walk at the Spanish Fork Sports Park on May 8 and 9. Members from each of the branches of the military were represented and told stories to nearly 1,250 fifth-graders from 13 schools during the two-day event.

Prior to the walk, each student either interviewed or researched a veteran and wrote a summary of what they learned. One-page summaries and photos of these veterans, many of which are family members, were attached to banners, creating a Wall of Honor which lined the walking route.

These students really get it done when it comes to exceptional behavior!  We want to recognize them for having a positive impact on our school.  Our last group of Excellent Explorers for this year are Cooper Johnson, Ezra Christensen, Brynlee Dyches, Heather Laing and Gracie Beck.  They were nominated by fellow peers or teachers for the following reasons: Heather Laing-Heather is one of the most optimistic students I have ever seen.  She works hard and never complains.  When she struggles with a concept she has a growth mindset and asks for help.  She is always

A Nebo parent and volunteer at Spanish Oaks Elementary, Kelly Burtenshaw, was recognized with the State Spirit of the PTA award.  She has served in the PTA at Spanish Oaks for the last five years.  Kelly was treasurer, carnival chair, president-elect, and president for two years!  She exemplifies the PTA mission and purpose.  She helps programs at Spanish Oaks to be meaningful for families.  Kelly organizes reading reward activities, the family art night, Reflections contests, book fairs, and Health and Safety week activities.  She has also encouraged a l

Our fourth graders have worked hard to prepare a program that teaches us all about Utah history.  With speaking parts and fun songs, we learned about how our State came to be.  They did an excellent job and we really enjoyed the program.  A special thanks to Miss McKendrick, Mrs. Fagergren and Mr. Rigby for all their time and effort!  

We had some excited students yesterday as they were presented with a pair of rodeo tickets for this summer for being awesome readers during the past month.  Our winners were:  Lilly Mendez, Kallen Brough, Halle Oakey, Kayson Dimmick, Jessica Bishop, Paige Johnson and Kambree Lewis.  These students read a total of 2,791 minutes during the month of April.  That is the same as 63 hours or 2.5 days.  Pretty impressive!  Our school-wide reading minutes for April totaled 213,286 minutes!  That is even more impressive!  Kallen Brough and Jessica Bis

The Spanish Fork Youth Arts Festival will be June 4-15th at the Spanish Fork high school! registration begins May 9th at midnight (May 8th). With classes for everyone ages 18 months to 18 years. We have something for EVERYONE!! From illustration, painting, culinary arts, dancing, singing, drama, designing, sculpting and so much more!!   Come start your summer with fun at the Spanish Fork Youth Arts Festival!!  For more information and a list of classes and prices follow the link below. 

Congratulations to three of our amazing teachers at Spanish Oaks who earned their Masters Degrees from Southern Utah University today!  Well done, Miss Young, Miss McKendrick and Miss Robison ... we are SO proud of your hard work and great example of going after your dream!

Aly listened and followed instructions, had a great attitude and was a hard worker!  Thank you, Aly for a job well done ... and chosing to Be Kind, Show Respect and ... Work Hard!

Administrative Professionals Week - "National Secretaries Week" ...  Each grade-level signed up to take a day to SPOIL our amazing Office Staff, e.g., DeAnn Carter, Stacey Johnson, Sherri Peterson, Tonia Ivie, Shiloh Slaymaker, and Lenay Porter!!  These outstanding professionals were treated to flowers, love notes, "love you berry much" berries, chocolates, songs, gift baskets, etc.  The week came to a grand finale‘ with the below tribute choreographed by our 6th grade students ...  We love you, ladies!