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June 2024
June 2024
For the month of June, join us during the lunch blocks and partake in some old fashion board games with a friend, challenge yourself with our puzzles, OR simply enjoy a good read.
For the month of June, join us during the lunch blocks and partake in some old fashion board games with a friend, challenge yourself with our puzzles, OR simply enjoy a good read.
Summer is just around the corner!
Summer is just around the corner!
May 2024
May 2024
May is
Mental Health Month
May is
Mental Health Month
4 things likely to affect your mental health, and 4 things you can do about it...
4 things likely to affect your mental health, and 4 things you can do about it...
Relationships or the pressures of performing at school or work are things we all know can have an impact on mental health, but sometimes it’s less obvious when the world around you is what’s causing problems. Whether you realize it or not, one or maybe all of these four things are probably affecting your mental health in some way right now. Read the full article...
Relationships or the pressures of performing at school or work are things we all know can have an impact on mental health, but sometimes it’s less obvious when the world around you is what’s causing problems. Whether you realize it or not, one or maybe all of these four things are probably affecting your mental health in some way right now. Read the full article...
Memorial Day Traditions and Activities
Memorial Day Traditions and Activities
Every Memorial Day, families and communities across the nation take time to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Memorial Day 2024 will occur on Monday, May 27 when many Americans observe this special holiday in different ways. Learn about some of the Traditions and Activities from the resource website PBS.org.
Every Memorial Day, families and communities across the nation take time to honor those who made the ultimate sacrifice in service to our nation. Memorial Day 2024 will occur on Monday, May 27 when many Americans observe this special holiday in different ways. Learn about some of the Traditions and Activities from the resource website PBS.org.
ALSO, join us in the WRHS Learning Commons during lunches throughout the LAST WEEK in May. We will be making paper poppies in honor of those you know who have died while serving. Why Poppies?
ALSO, join us in the WRHS Learning Commons during lunches throughout the LAST WEEK in May. We will be making paper poppies in honor of those you know who have died while serving. Why Poppies?
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
US Holocaust Memorial Museum
The Holocaust was the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators.
The Holocaust was the systematic, state-sponsored persecution and murder of six million Jews by the Nazi regime and its allies and collaborators.
The US Holocaust Memorial Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide. Learn more about the Holocaust, antisemitism, and genocide at ushmm.org.
The US Holocaust Memorial Museum teaches millions of people each year about the dangers of unchecked hatred and the need to prevent genocide. Learn more about the Holocaust, antisemitism, and genocide at ushmm.org.
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT are several true-story and historic novels that take place during this tragic time.
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT are several true-story and historic novels that take place during this tragic time.
April 2024
April 2024
National Poetry Month
National Poetry Month
Welcome Spring with a Haiku poem!
Welcome Spring with a Haiku poem!
Traditional and structured, this short form of Japanese poetry is well-known for its rule of ONLY 3 lines of 5/7/5 Syllables.
Haikus are known for their ability to paint a vivid picture in just a few words. A practice of artistic discipline, their minimal nature, forces you to pare down to only the essentials—making each word, or even syllable, count.
Students crafted poems with us in the WRHS Learning Commons using selective scrapbook paper and shapes made from our Cricut machine!
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT...
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT...
Be inspired by the hundreds of poetry and picture books available to YOU in our Learning Commons.
Featured authors include New Hampshire's own Robert Frost, along with Maya Angelou, Shel Silverstein, Elizabeth Acevedo, Kwame Alexander, and Laurie Halse Anderson, to name a few.
March 2024
March 2024
On Thursday, March 14th students enjoyed an afternoon of Eat & Explore in celebration of National PI Day 3.14. Students participated during their A, B, & C Lunches and experienced the many ways Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) use this fascinating irrational number and how it can be found throughout our lives.
On Thursday, March 14th students enjoyed an afternoon of Eat & Explore in celebration of National PI Day 3.14. Students participated during their A, B, & C Lunches and experienced the many ways Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math (STEAM) use this fascinating irrational number and how it can be found throughout our lives.
Activities included Raspberry Pi digital games, MakeyMakey bongos & piano, Sphero Robot races, iRobot's Root coding, Digits of Pi Card Games, Paper Chains, AND MORE!
Activities included Raspberry Pi digital games, MakeyMakey bongos & piano, Sphero Robot races, iRobot's Root coding, Digits of Pi Card Games, Paper Chains, AND MORE!
National Pi Day
National Pi Day
For your reading pleasure, go to Destiny Discover for the latest additions of BOOKS in print, audio and eBook format!
Search & Reserve New Arrivals
Search & Reserve New Arrivals
Destiny Discover let's you reserve a book ahead of time as well as access eBooks and Audio-books. Log in using your student WRSD Google account and place a printed book on HOLD or access any of the eBooks and Audio Books in our collection.
February 2024
February 2024
Join us in the WRHS Learning Commons to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week during the week of February 11th thru the 17th. Share a thoughtful message on our wall by posting a special Kindness Kard of gratitude, or a favorite poem or verse, or just a nice note and enjoy a sweet treat with us!
Join us in the WRHS Learning Commons to celebrate Random Acts of Kindness Week during the week of February 11th thru the 17th. Share a thoughtful message on our wall by posting a special Kindness Kard of gratitude, or a favorite poem or verse, or just a nice note and enjoy a sweet treat with us!
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT...
Are you looking to escape in a secret romance or a mysterious love affair? Peruse one of our special Romance or Mystery books for a Happy Valentine's Day!
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT...
Are you looking to escape in a secret romance or a mysterious love affair? Peruse one of our special Romance or Mystery books for a Happy Valentine's Day!
January 2024
January 2024
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 recognized the importance of diversity, nondiscrimination, and freedom by prohibiting discrimination based on race in employment and education. In New Hampshire we recognize Monday, January 15th as Civil Rights Day. Learn more about Civil Rights from the History Channel.
The Civil Rights Act of 1964 recognized the importance of diversity, nondiscrimination, and freedom by prohibiting discrimination based on race in employment and education. In New Hampshire we recognize Monday, January 15th as Civil Rights Day. Learn more about Civil Rights from the History Channel.
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT... Explore some of the challenges faced by those who fought for equality in the past and present.
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT... Explore some of the challenges faced by those who fought for equality in the past and present.
January 27th is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The United Nations General Assembly designated January 27—the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau—as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
January 27th is International Holocaust Remembrance Day. The United Nations General Assembly designated January 27—the anniversary of the liberation of Auschwitz-Birkenau—as International Holocaust Remembrance Day.
On this annual day of commemoration, the UN urges every member state to honor the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism and to develop educational programs to help prevent future genocides.
On this annual day of commemoration, the UN urges every member state to honor the six million Jewish victims of the Holocaust and millions of other victims of Nazism and to develop educational programs to help prevent future genocides.
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT... Hear the voices of those who survived through their memoirs and stories.
ON DISPLAY IN PRINT... Hear the voices of those who survived through their memoirs and stories.
"I Have a Dream " speech, August 28, 1963
Crayola Creativity Week began in 2022 to celebrate the joy creativity brings to teaching and learning. With a variety of author, illustrator and celebrity partners joining the celebration there are resources, giveaways, and virtual content all week long. School libraries like OURS will be participating, Crayola Creativity Week January 22-28, 2024, with activities related to creativity in literature. For additional resources see https://creativity-week.squarespace.com/home
Crayola Creativity Week began in 2022 to celebrate the joy creativity brings to teaching and learning. With a variety of author, illustrator and celebrity partners joining the celebration there are resources, giveaways, and virtual content all week long. School libraries like OURS will be participating, Crayola Creativity Week January 22-28, 2024, with activities related to creativity in literature. For additional resources see https://creativity-week.squarespace.com/home
Students in STEAM Exploration 2W course are making digital posters about a topic of their choice using the power of Makey Makey Circuit Boards which makes them interactive. If you're interested in trying to make this for class, see me for a demo.
Students in STEAM Exploration 2W course are making digital posters about a topic of their choice using the power of Makey Makey Circuit Boards which makes them interactive. If you're interested in trying to make this for class, see me for a demo.
December 2023
December 2023
CSEdWeek is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity in computer science education, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field. During the week of December 4th through the 10th, choose from 700 activities to inspire students to explore, play, and create with CS. We will spend all week exploring coding in several different ways. Tens of millions of students have learned with the Hour of Code. What will you create?
CSEdWeek is an annual call to action to inspire K-12 students to learn computer science, advocate for equity in computer science education, and celebrate the contributions of students, teachers, and partners to the field. During the week of December 4th through the 10th, choose from 700 activities to inspire students to explore, play, and create with CS. We will spend all week exploring coding in several different ways. Tens of millions of students have learned with the Hour of Code. What will you create?
Winter Wonderland in the WRHS Learning Commons
Winter Wonderland in the WRHS Learning Commons
Throughout the month of December join us during your LUNCH BLOCK for winter inspired crafts, and picture book stories.
Throughout the month of December join us during your LUNCH BLOCK for winter inspired crafts, and picture book stories.
November 2023
November 2023
BOOK FAIR week of NOVEMBER 13th-16th
BOOK FAIR week of NOVEMBER 13th-16th
Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way during the week of November 13th - 16th. Students are empowered when they choose their own books and can be inspired on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school. Stop by the Library Media Center during LUNCH blocks OR After School from 2:30pm to 3:15pm. We are also open during Parent Teacher Conferences from 4pm to 7pm on November 16th.
Get ready! The Scholastic Book Fair is coming our way during the week of November 13th - 16th. Students are empowered when they choose their own books and can be inspired on their journey to becoming lifelong readers. AND—as always—every purchase at the Fair benefits our school. Stop by the Library Media Center during LUNCH blocks OR After School from 2:30pm to 3:15pm. We are also open during Parent Teacher Conferences from 4pm to 7pm on November 16th.
Shop ONLINE thru November 26th and 25% of your purchase goes to support OUR school!
After 11/26 WRHS will receive 2% of the sales, to shop go to: https://shop.scholastic.com/parent-ecommerce/parent-store.html/
ALA's International Games Month
ALA's International Games Month
First celebrated in 2008, American Library Association (ALA)'s International Games Month focuses on the social and recreational side of games. Games at the library encourages students of all ages to interact with diverse peers, share their expertise, and develop new strategies for gaming and learning. At the WRHS Learning Commons, students can socialize with their friends, play board and video games, and develop critical thinking skills while surrounded by books, librarians and a real world of knowledge.
First celebrated in 2008, American Library Association (ALA)'s International Games Month focuses on the social and recreational side of games. Games at the library encourages students of all ages to interact with diverse peers, share their expertise, and develop new strategies for gaming and learning. At the WRHS Learning Commons, students can socialize with their friends, play board and video games, and develop critical thinking skills while surrounded by books, librarians and a real world of knowledge.
Join us throughout the month of NOVEMBER during Block 3 lunches for a game of Chess, Giant Jenga, Connect 4, Monopoly, Life, Risk, Catan, Minecraft, and much more!
Join us throughout the month of NOVEMBER during Block 3 lunches for a game of Chess, Giant Jenga, Connect 4, Monopoly, Life, Risk, Catan, Minecraft, and much more!
October 2023
October 2023
Banned Books Talks
Banned Books Talks
In collaboration with Hall Memorial Library, we will be hosting
In collaboration with Hall Memorial Library, we will be hosting
several Banned Books Talks on the most NOTORIOUS
several Banned Books Talks on the most NOTORIOUS
literature being censored!
literature being censored!
Join us for one of the sessions:
Join us for one of the sessions:
TWO (40min) SESSIONS,
TWO (40min) SESSIONS,
Wednesday, October 4th at 8:30am and 9:15am.
Wednesday, October 4th at 8:30am and 9:15am.
Thanks to Mrs. Mulligan's and Mr. Sheedy's classes for attending!
Thanks to Mrs. Mulligan's and Mr. Sheedy's classes for attending!
#TeenTober is a new, nationwide American Library Association (ALA) celebration hosted by libraries everywhere during the month of October. Throughout the month of October the WRHS Learning Commons will provided mini sessions Fridays during LUNCH on Computer & Information Literacy, Research & Writing, Technology & Gaming, and Art & Music.
#TeenTober is a new, nationwide American Library Association (ALA) celebration hosted by libraries everywhere during the month of October. Throughout the month of October the WRHS Learning Commons will provided mini sessions Fridays during LUNCH on Computer & Information Literacy, Research & Writing, Technology & Gaming, and Art & Music.
Stop on by and enjoy the activities!
Stop on by and enjoy the activities!
Schedule a quick tour of the WRHS Learning Commons.
Learn about the many digital and printed resources available in the Learning Commons. It's also a good time for students to check out a book for silent reading time. Call x1640 or email Mrs. Pearson at mpearson@wrsdsau59.org to reserve a time.
Schedule a quick tour of the WRHS Learning Commons.
Learn about the many digital and printed resources available in the Learning Commons. It's also a good time for students to check out a book for silent reading time. Call x1640 or email Mrs. Pearson at mpearson@wrsdsau59.org to reserve a time.
September 2023
September 2023
Congrats Grace Sheridan
winner of the
Summer Reading Challenge!
Congrats Grace Sheridan
winner of the
Summer Reading Challenge!
Easy as 1, 2, 3... Read a book, Write a quick review, and Earn a chance to WIN!
Easy as 1, 2, 3... Read a book, Write a quick review, and Earn a chance to WIN!
Gift Card!
Gift Card!
Schedule a quick tour of the WRHS Learning Commons.
Learn about the many digital and printed resources available in the Learning Commons. It's also a good time for students to check out a book for silent reading time. Call x1640 or email Mrs. Pearson at mpearson@wrsdsau59.org to reserve a time.
Schedule a quick tour of the WRHS Learning Commons.
Learn about the many digital and printed resources available in the Learning Commons. It's also a good time for students to check out a book for silent reading time. Call x1640 or email Mrs. Pearson at mpearson@wrsdsau59.org to reserve a time.
National Hispanic Heritage Month
National Hispanic Heritage Month
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Each year, Americans observe National Hispanic Heritage Month from September 15 to October 15, by celebrating the histories, cultures and contributions of American citizens whose ancestors came from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean and Central and South America.
Visit the WRHS Learning Commons and explore some of the Latin flare through salsa music, papel picado crafts, and stories about the many talented Hispanics individuals and their contributions.
Visit the WRHS Learning Commons and explore some of the Latin flare through salsa music, papel picado crafts, and stories about the many talented Hispanics individuals and their contributions.
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