PUMPKIN PATCH SUCCESS
Everyone had an amazing time at the Shulke pumpkin patch. From choosing the perfect pumpkin and gourdes to exploring the field! The vibrant colors of the autumn leaves and the crisp air added to a magical day for our elementary students!
Thank you to our volunteers for making this a great day for our Touchet Students!
Boys Middle School season officially starts with the first practice on Monday after school! Please have your athletic packets turned in prior to playing.
It's Game Day and the Redhawk football team is heading to Yakama Nation Tribal School to battle it out at 3 pm today!
****Game was originally being played at Toppenish Middle School but is now scheduled to be played at Yakama Nation School. ***
GO REDHAWKS
The success of Unity Day was evident in the sea of orange at Touchet Schools today!
To add to its excitement, the 3rd, 4th, and 5th graders will have the opportunity to choose their very own orange pumpkins at the Shulke Pumpkin Patch tomorrow.
Not only will they have a fun time, but their visit will also contribute to a great cause. The pumpkin patch raises funds for the Ronald McDonald House in memory of Cooper, and their donations help make a difference in the lives of families in need.
This week's Teacher Spotlight is Ms. Jackie Helm!
Did you know that Ms. Helm is in charge of collecting Box Tops for our school? On the Box Tops website, it says that Touchet School has a lifetime earnings of $7,349.55.
However, this is not the actual amount we have collected over the years! It's actually much higher than that since that's the amount they've only been able to track. We've been able to use the money we've earned for a lot of great things like buying new playground equipment, a portion of our playground structure, and even 25 Chromebooks for our students to use!
Collecting Box Tops has never been easier! All you have to do is download the Box Tops app to your phone, where you can simply scan the barcode and receipt. It's that simple! For more information, you can visit the Box Tops website @ https://www.boxtops4education.com/s/
Here are a few amazing facts about Ms. Helm you might not have known!
This is my 32nd year of teaching, all at Touchet School. I started out as a Librarian, then taught Kindergarten before moving to 2nd grade.
I grew up nearby in Waitsburg. I went to Walla Walla Community College and then transferred to Eastern Washington University.
My favorite thing about teaching is helping students learn. It is so rewarding to see children’s faces light up and hear the excitement in their voices when they master something that has been a challenge for them. Getting to be with children all day is a treasure for me. Each day brings new challenges and rewards.
My favorite hobbies are knitting, walking, and watching sports (Green Bay Packers, Seattle Mariners, and Touchet teams) I also enjoy playing volleyball.
Thank You Ms. Helm for everything you do for our students and community. It's wonderful to see the impact that collecting Box Tops has had on our school, and your dedication to teaching is truly inspiring.
Just a friendly reminder that tomorrow is Unity Day and we encourage everyone to wear orange to show unity across the school.
This event perfectly aligns with our Kindness Club's mission to create a safe and enjoyable learning environment in Touchet by performing random acts of kindness for others.
Speaking of which, have you heard about our Kindness Club? Our school currently has 47 students signed up for it and we are actively working towards making our school a better place by performing random acts of kindness for others. Every Thursday, the Kindness Club meets with Mrs. Tobin during morning recess to determine the acts of kindness to be performed for the week. This week, we are planning to write letters to our custodians and join the PTO in giving them treats to show our appreciation for Custodian Appreciation Week!
Touchet School District is extremely grateful for the unforgettable memories we created during the 2023 Homecoming week. Your unwavering support and participation truly made the event a remarkable success. Please check our Touchet School District Facebook page for a fun Video recap of the entire week of events!
ON DECK THIS WEEK! Redhawk Happenings Oct. 16th-21st
AND LAST BUT NOT LEAST!
To round out our Homecoming week of festivities!
~Our Lady Redhawks Volleyball team takes on Chesterton Academy @ 3 pm today in the Touchet Gym!
~And of course, the big dance tonight celebrating our homecoming royalty from 7-10 pm! Join us in the multipurpose room for the 2023 Homecoming dance. Don't forget students must arrive before 7:30 pm or they will not be admitted into the dance. And bring your best smiles for lots of great pictures!
TODAY'S THE BIG DAY!
~Homecoming Parade @ 10!
~Community BBQ @ 11:15!
~Homecoming Game @ 1pm!
LET'S GO REDHAWKS!
Homecoming Festivities are well underway!
~Today's festivities include middle school football action vs. the Dayton Bulldogs starting at 4:30 p.m., and the high school girls' volleyball taking on the Desales fighting Irish starting at 6 p.m.
~And then tomorrow's the big day starting with our awesome spirit parade at 10 am! Followed by the community BBQ at 11:15 a.m.
~The Redhawk football team will be battling it out against the Dayton Bulldogs with a 1 p.m. kickoff for our homecoming game!
Don't miss out on all the fun homecoming activities happening in Touchet this week!
Join us TONIGHT for an exciting Community Bonfire and Pep Rally! Starting at 6 pm behind Mr. Loney's house, come support the freshman class and enjoy hot dogs, chips, and a soda for $4. Followed by an exciting game of buff puff volleyball!
And don't miss out on the chance to indulge in delicious Walla Walla roastery coffee, sold by our seniors at the volleyball game tomorrow and the football game on Friday. Your support will make a difference!
SAM - SAFETY ALWAYS MATTERS!
Touchet students had a valuable opportunity to learn about fire safety from local firefighters this week. The firefighters visited the school and taught the kids what to do in case of an emergency, including how to navigate through a house in the event of a fire, and how to use a fire extinguisher. The children gained valuable knowledge on how to keep themselves and their families safe and were reminded that SAM - Safety Always Matters!
This week, the Touchet School District has organized some exciting fundraising events! Mark your calendars so you don't miss out on these amazing ways to support our students!
Starting with the hot dog feed for only $4, Wednesday night, before the Pep Rally/Bonfire, located behind Mr. Loney's house at 6 pm!
We will also be selling Walla Walla Roastery Coffee to support the senior class at both the volleyball and football games, and seniors will be selling tickets to their amazing raffle organized by the TEF foundation where you have a chance to win $2500!
And let's not forget about the community BBQ Friday before the big game which also helps support our senior class! Hamburger, soda, and chips with a sweet treat for only $10!
Fill your belly so you are ready to cheer on our Touchet Redhawks as they take on Dayton Bulldogs at 1 p.m.
Our 9th and 10th-grade students have been having fun in the lab. During a recent science experiment, they learned about cellular respiration, and how yeast converts glucose into ethanol and carbon dioxide, which then blows up the balloon when it is trapped! What a great way to learn about this important biological process, and fun for the kids to have this hands-on experiment!
REDHAWK HAPPENINGS THIS WEEK! HOCO EDITION!
CAN YOU FEEL IT? The buzz in the air around Touchet...and it's not just our alkali bees!
IT'S HOMECOMING WEEK!
We can hardly contain our excitement for homecoming week! It's always such a fun time of year, with all the school spirit and festivities. We are looking forward to the parade, the big games, and of course, the dance. There's just something about being surrounded by classmates and friends and cheering on our team that makes us feel so connected to the school community.
Here's what this year's homecoming has in store!
*Dress-up spirit days for middle and high school students with Elementary showing school spirit on parade/game day Friday in school colors!
It's a great week to be a REDHAWK!
And don't forget hallway setup decorating tomorrow at 2pm.
IT'S GAME DAY, and this week it is under the lights of the Garfield Palouse stadium, in Palouse Washington! Even if you're not able to make it to the game in person, let's cheer those Redhawks on!
GO REDHAWKS!
THANK YOU Touchet Redhawk Coaches!
Coaches play a crucial role in shaping the lives of young people. They not only teach them the skills and strategies needed to succeed in their respective sports, but also instill important values such as teamwork, dedication, and sportsmanship.
By serving as positive role models and mentors, coaches have a lasting impact on the lives of their athletes.
It is important to recognize the time commitment coaches make, whether it's in the middle of the season during intense gameplay, or in the off-season helping players grow and develop game strategies.
The dedication and hard work our coaches put in does not go unnoticed, and we are grateful for all that they do for us. Thank you for all you do for our Redhawk Athletes!
GO REDHAWKS!
Today, third graders began working on their VFW Essay Contest entries . Our student teacher, Ms. Weger, is leading the unit. The children learned all about what it means to be a veteran. They brainstormed ideas, listened to a story, and worked collaboratively in teams to get ideas for their writing. They will continue working on this project a couple days each week throughout October. Their final drafts are due at the VFW post in Walla Walla on November 1! Winners will be announced in February.
It’s a great day to be a third grader at Touchet Elementary!!
