• pizza
• water/bucket relay w/ Creamie
• fire truck (ginormous sprinklers)

Our orchestra did such a good job as they shared their talents with us today.  They have worked so hard and come a long way this year.  Students, you can be proud of yourselves for a job well done!  A special thanks to Mr. Hansen for all his hard work and effort!

Last week's lunch worker of the week was Colton Webster.  Colton was so kind he even stopped to see if there was anything he could do for the lunch ladies.

This week, Ryan Teasdale was making sure the tables were clean for every student.  Thanks to our last two lunch workers of the year :)

Youth up to 18 years old can receive free healthy lunches this Summer from June 11-August 17.  This takes place Mondays-Fridays at  Spanish Fork City Center Library Park from 11:30 am-1:00 pm.  No registration is required.  Children are just required to consume the food on-site. 

Baskets are ready for the PTA carnival!  In addition to class-themed ones, we have:  Hale Center Theater, Discovery Gateway, Just Your Style salon, Baird Honey, Utah Symphony, Kneaders, Shep's Culinary, Big-O, Summit Spa, The Leonardo, Boondocks, Virtual Reality Activity, Natural History Museum of Utah, Precision Vision, Ambi Escents Diffusers, Jump Around Utah, Cinemark and Shear Indulgence salon certificates.  Get excited!

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!