Spalding STEM Academy

Spalding STEM was so excited to have former Eagles visit today! West Ada Seniors who attended Spalding during my elementary school were invited to a graduation walk in our halls. Current students were excited and inspired by the Seniors in the Caps and Gowns! #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Former Spalding students, now graduating High School

Former Spalding students, now graduating High School Seniors walking through the halls of Spalding STEM

Tomorrow is our Kindergarten Music Program for families. Today, the Kindergartners practiced by performing for the school. They did a great job! #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: American Flag Text: Spalding STEM’s Kindergarteners will present their music program for parents tomorrow morning. They had a rehearsal in front of the school today, and it was a crowd pleaser. These are some talented kids, and they know their music well.

Today is Voting Day! Idaho Disclosure: The estimated average annual cost to taxpayers on the proposed levy is $27.13 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. This proposed levy replaces an existing levy expiring on June 30, 2024, which currently costs $27.43 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if approved, the proposed levy is expected to decrease the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value by $0.30.

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Pictures: Red curtains on the right and left side of the page. In the center of the page, a ballot box with a yellow ballot being placed inside by a hand, and a check mark inside a blue box. Text: Today is Voting Day.The polls are open from 8:00am to 8:00pmThank you for taking the time to make your voice heard. For information on the West Ada Supplemental Levy on today's ballot, please visit: https://www.westada.org/page/supplemental-levy-2024 Idaho Disclosure: The estimated average annual cost to taxpayers on the proposed levy is $27.13 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value, per year, based on current conditions. This proposed levy replaces an existing levy expiring on June 30, 2024, which currently costs $27.43 per $100,000 of taxable assessed value. Therefore, if approved, the proposed levy is expected to decrease the tax per $100,000 of taxable assessed value by $0.30

Post 3: Yesterday was the 3rd Annual Spalding Talent Show. 75 acts tried out but, for the sake of time, the list had to be narrowed to 25. These kids are TALENTED! Wow, we loved watching our friends showcase their talents. #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: 1 girl singing at the Talent Show

Picture: 1 boy playing piano at the Talent Show

Picture: 2 boys singing at the Talent Show

Picture: Ms. Floyd and the Talent Show performers

Picture: 1 boy playing drums at the Talent Show

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Post 4: Yesterday was the 3rd Annual Spalding Talent Show. 75 acts tried out but, for the sake of time, the list had to be narrowed to 25. These kids are TALENTED! Wow, we loved watching our friends showcase their talents. Somehow this talented girl didn't make it in the previous posts. She was awesome! #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: 1 girl singing in the Talent Show

Post 1: Yesterday was the 3rd Annual Spalding Talent Show. 75 acts tried out but, for the sake of time, the list had to be narrowed to 25. These kids are TALENTED! Wow, we loved watching our friends showcase their talents. #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: Mrs. Dobson introducing the start of the Talent Show

Picture: 4 girls dancing at the Talent Show

Picture: 2 girls singing at the Talent Show

Picture: 1 girl dancing at the Talent Show

Picture: 1 girl playing ukulele and singing at the Talent Show

Picture: 3 girls dancing at the Talent Show

Picture: 4 girls performing cups, dancing, and singing at Talent Show

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: 1 boy singing at the Talent Show

Picture: Ms. Floyd and the Talent Show participants

Post 2: Yesterday was the 3rd Annual Spalding Talent Show. 75 acts tried out but, for the sake of time, the list had to be narrowed to 25. These kids are TALENTED! Wow, we loved watching our friends showcase their talents. #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: 4 girls singing at the talent show

Picture: 1 girl playing violin at the talent show

Picture: 3 boys singing at the talent show

Picture: 1 girl playing piano at the talent show

Picture: 2 girls singing and 2 girls dancing at the talent show

Picture: 1 girl and 1 boy singing at the talent show

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Mrs. Dobson emailed out a Newsletter today- which includes important news as well as calendar reminders. Make sure you take a moment to read it. The newsletter is also available on the Spalding STEM Academy website. https://secure.smore.com/n/ye5c7

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Spalding Families: Our lost and found has quickly grown. If your child has jackets or other items that might be in the lost and found, please make sure to check it out. We only have 1 1/2 weeks of school left and then items will be donated.

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Starting to wonder what your children will do this summer to keep the learning going? We have a few ideas. We hope there are some ideas listed that you find helpful! #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Ideas to continue learning during summer vacation

Happy Teacher Appreciation Week to the entire Spalding Staff! We have a great group of dedicated educators who want great things for all students. Not everyone is pictured, but all are appreciated and a valuable member of the Spalding Staff. #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: Spalding First Grade Teachers- Mrs. Koval, Mrs. Hemmert, Mr. Brousseau, Mrs. Seabolt, and Mrs.Moorhouse

Picture: Spalding Second Grade Teachers- Mrs. Murphy, Mrs. Avella, Mrs. Kalbfleisch, Mrs. Magnuson, and Mr. Botimer

Picture: Spalding Third Grade Teachers- Ms. Egbert, Ms. Hoyle, Mrs. Huffman, Mrs. Bond, and Mrs. Kowalczyk

Picture: Spalding Fourth Grade Teachers- Mrs. Hernandez, Mrs. Rosen, Ms. Kisow, and Mrs. Coombs

Picture: Spalding Fifth Grade Teachers- Mrs. Wassmuth, Mrs. Johnson, Mrs. Patteson, Mrs. Brown

Picture: Spalding Kindergarten Teachers- Mrs. Duke, Mrs. Winford, Ms. Reilly, Mrs. Frost, and Ms. Sandeen

Spalding Specialists: Mrs. Roderick, Mrs. V, Mr. Jensen, Ms. Floyd, Mr. Oostra, Mrs. Magee (who was subbing), Mrs. Heberger, not picured: Ms. Ward

Picture: Spalding ERR and Resource Teachers and Staff: Mr. Liberty, Ms. Melissa, Ms. Jennifer, Mr. T, Ms. Bry, Mrs. Jamie, Mrs. Amy, Mrs. Rachelle, Mrs. Joy, Mrs. Darcy, and Mrs. Melanie

Picture: Office, Nurse, Principal- Mrs. Dobson, Mrs. Kim, Mrs. Darcie, Mr. John, and Ms. Dianna

Today is the 3rd Grade's Music program. This program's theme is Mother's Day! This morning 3rd grade is practicing in front of the school, this afternoon is the program for parents. There will be songs sung and instruments played. A BIG thank you to Ms. Floyd for organizing and preparing students for another amazing music performance for Spalding. We are so thankful for the Spalding parents and are happy these kiddos can honor their Moms and Mother-figures today. Happy Mother's Day to all the Moms! #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture of third grade students on risers

Picture: Piano with music waiting to be played

Image: Mother’s Day sign with balloons and streamers. Text: Happy Mother’s Day

Picture: Xylophones the students will play on a short stage.

Image: Mother’s Day sign with balloons. Text: Happy Mother’s Day

On Monday, Karen Davis from the Owyhee Gem and Mineral Society spoke with Spalding STEM fourth grade classes about different types of minerals and rocks. This was a conclusion to a Science Unit. The presentation was excellent. The hands-on activities were so fun! And everyone learned. We are so thankful Ms. Davis shared her knowledge with us. #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

12 months ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Ms. Davis presenting to a class about rocks and minerals.

Fourth graders looking at rocks using magnifying glasses.

Happy Principal's Day to our very own Mrs. Dobson! She is a compassionate, student-focused, data-driven leader who genuinely enjoys being around children. She is passionate about meeting student needs and helping kids achieve at their highest levels. Thanks for all you do Mrs. Dobson! #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids (Mrs. Dobson is pictured here with Mrs. Coombs, a fourth grade teacher)

about 1 year ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Picture: Mrs. Coombs (a fourth grade teacher) and Mrs. Dobson (Spalding’s Principal)

Spalding STEM's Certified and Classified Employees of the year were honored at West Ada's Employees of the Year Dinner tonight. We are so proud that Mrs. Brandi Huffman and Mrs. Amy Little are members of our school community. Congratulations to these dedicated employees and amazing humans. Thank you both for all you do at Spalding! #Spalding STEM #ForOurKids

about 1 year ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Photo of balloon display featuring the letters WASD lit inside the structure

Picture from slide presentation featuring a picture of Mrs. Brandi Huffman. text: Brandi is a loving student-focused innovative teacher. She inspires colleagues to continue learning/trying new strategies and volunteers to coach our Lego Robotics team

Picture from slide presentation featuring a picture of Mrs. Amy Little. text: Amy has firm, loving, positive boundaries with kids and a toolbox of strategies to help build successful learners. She is a team-player and a kid whisperer

On Administrative Assistants Day, we just have to say- OUR ADMINISTRATIVE ASSISTANTS ARE THE BEST! Spalding STEM is a better place because of Mrs. Kim Galimanis and Mrs. Darcie Murdock. They are both incredibly smart, kind, hardworking, and organized. They go above and beyond daily! The staff couldn't be more grateful. They live our school motto #ForOurKids. #SpaldingSTEM

about 1 year ago, Spalding STEM Academy

Mrs. Darcie and Mrs. Kim with one of their gift baskets

A picture of the gifts given by the staff

Today, First Grade is sharing their musical talents and helping us celebrate yesterday's Earth Day! This morning they are practicing by performing for the school. This afternoon parents/family are welcome to attend the final performance. #SpaldingSTEM #ForOurKids

about 1 year ago, Spalding STEM Academy