Mr. Argyle joins in with the 5th and 6th graders in a game of soccer during lunch recess.  Even the principal needs a little recess.

In a web article, "The Importance of Recess", by LEARN NC, a program of the UNC School of Education, it states, "Recess is much more than free time. Recess should instead be viewed as an opportunity for students to not only engage in physical activity, but also to learn about and build their character, develop cooperation skills and practice social interaction."

Mrs. Wardle, 2nd Grade Teacher

Family

I am a mom of two beautiful and wonderful girls named Isabella and Emma.  Isabella is fourteen and Emma is nine.  I come from a large family of 8 and grew up in Provo, UT.

Favorites

Food:  Ravioli with alfredo sauce.

Drink:  Mt. Dew

Treat:  Cheesecake!! Any flavor!

Movie:  Unbroken and Big Hero 6

Book:  Harry Potter and ANY Jane Austen novels

Vacation:  Hawaii

Time of the Year:  Fall

Teaching Experience

This will be my first year teaching! I am so excited to be able to learn from this experience!  This is a wonderful opportunity!  I am looking forward to this new adventure and I am excited to have the support and mentorship of those I will be working with.

Hobbies/Interests

I love spending time with my children! I also love being outdoors.  Some of my favorite outdoor activities are hiking, camping, biking and running.  I also run in races and just last summer ran my first half marathon.  I plan to run a few more this summer!  I also love music.  I am a pianist and taught piano for several years prior to going back to pursue a teaching degree.  It was very rewarding and exciting to see my students grow as musicians and as individuals.  I also have to add that I love to travel! I have traveled to seven different countries in my life and I plan to travel more when I have the means to do so!  That is ME! I am looking forward to meeting all of you.

Jovie and her mom brought tadpoles at different stages of development for Mrs. Haynes's class to observe.  We also made a craft showing the four stages.

Mrs. Haynes introduced three white mice to her students today as she read "Mouse Paint" by Ellen Stoll Walsh.  The white mice blended into a white piece of paper to stay out of sight from the cat.  One day the cat took a nap.  The three mice found three jars of paint, jumped in, and became red, blue, and yellow.  Paint spilled out from the jars and as the mice danced around on the paper, the paint mixed together, making other beautiful colors.

After hearing the story, the first grade students were able to mix the primary colors together to create other colors and frost vanilla wafers.

Friday morning as the students were sitting quietly in their seats, they were surprised to hear the blaring sound of the fire alarm.  The teachers directed them to safety.  They all lined up and walked outside to their meeting spot.  The teachers proceeded to take role and account for all of their students.  At last Mr. Argyle and Mr. Kern gave permission for the students to return to their classrooms.

Santaquin Sentinel September

We are a GREAT school because we respect and care about each other.

The students attended an assembly to remind them how to respect and care for others.  A few of the items that Mr. Argyle taught were

• To Say Please STOP - that hurts my feelings, Walk Away, or Talk to a Teacher
• Follow Directions the First Time
• Always Be in the Right Place
• No Running in the Hallways
• Keep Hands, Feet, Mouth, AND Objects to yourself
• Dress Appropriately
• No Weapons, Cell Phones (except in backpacks), Toys, Games, or Electronic Devices

We know these rules will help each of us feel safe and respected.

Mrs. Sydney Smith

Family - My husband Mike and I have been married just under two years and we have 1 fish, 1 bird, and 1 dog. I am the oldest of 5 kids in my family. I have 2 sisters and 2 brothers, 1 really funny dad, and 1 really creative mom.

Favorites

 Food: Street Tacos

Treat: Raspberries! LOVE LOVE LOVE

Book: Hope for the Flowers

Vacation: Anywhere! I love going to new places.

Teaching Experience - This will be my first year teaching and I am so excited to be at Santaquin Elementary in 3rd grade! I look forward to getting to know the students and learning from the parents and faculty in Santaquin.

Hobbies/Interests - I really enjoy any activity that lets me be outside. I love boating, swimming, biking, hiking, and rock climbing. I love to garden and cook. Drawing, painting, and sculpting have my heart and I like to find opportunities where I am able to create something new.

Back to School means Back to Friends, Back to Recess, Back to New Teachers, and Back to Learning.  We have had a great beginning to a new school year.  We have a lot of new teachers at Santaquin Elementary so watch for WHO'S WHO WEDNESDAY to learn more about them.