Goodman-Armstrong Creek School District

Last day of school some of the students rode their quads in. Then the senior riders drove down to the grade school for the senior walk through. Great memories made.

Today we appreciate the math teacher up at the middle & high school; Mrs. Melcher! How long have you been teaching here? *This is my first year teaching here. What do you like about teaching at a small school? *I like teaching at a small school because I have more time to interact with the students one-on-one during class time which helps to build a better relationship with them. What made you want to become a teacher? *I wanted to become a teacher because I was not the best math student, believe it or not. When I was in high school I remember struggling on several math concepts and when I was able to complete a problem involving long division of polynomials with the right answer, I was very proud of myself. I made a goal for myself that if I ever became a math teacher, I would like to be able to change at least one person's perception of math to a more positive situation each year. What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? *When I am not teaching, I like to relax by spending time with family (playing cards - Cribbage, Sheepshead, Hand-N-Foot; fishing, camping), watching TV/movies, and reading. What did you do before you worked here? *Before I worked at Goodman Armstrong Creek School District, I worked at Wabeno Area School District. Is there anything else you would like to share? *Before I became a teacher, I worked in food service (Burger King, Domino's, McDonald's; 2 nursing homes), for the Department of Public Instruction (after-school tutor), and for Northcentral Technical College (math adjunct instructor). On behalf of the student body, we would like to thank Mrs. Melcher for everything she does for our school.

Today we celebrate & we are appreciative of Mrs. Braaten! How long have you been teaching here? At the end of this year will be her first year here. What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? Their impact on helping us transition into adulthood, especially giving the kids a heads up for personal finance, and being able to plug practical stuff that we will use after school excites her. What made you want to become a teacher? She didn't know she liked teaching until she homeschooled her kids, and she felt like she was good at it. Life took her in different directions and at past jobs she didn't get a good connection, she feels that teaching gets more of a personal impact. What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? Go to sports events, camping, and reading, and she tries to garden. What did you do before you worked here? Revenue analyst at Carter Casino for 7 years and at the post office before that, waitressed, and other accounting jobs. If you have any pets what are they and their names? Sophie Jo, boxer Boston mix. Is there anything else you would like to share... She loves her job. We are thankful for all that Mrs. Braaten does for us at GAC!

The Patriot Golf Team qualified for regionals yesterday at Mcauslin Golf Course. The whole team has played great this year considering for 7 of the 10 players, this is the first year golfing. Great job and go Patriots.

Today we are appreciating Mrs. Slawinski! How long have you been teaching here? I have been teaching ELA for 7-12 at GAC for 4 years. This is my first year as the Reading teacher K-12. What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? From the moment I pictured myself as a teacher, I envisioned myself in a small school. Working at a small school allows me to form meaningful and authentic relationships that are difficult in larger schools. I love that the students, staff, and community become an extension of your family. When I read a book or an article for class, I know which students will love it, which will struggle with it, and which ones need to hear the message in it allows me to make connections from the text to the student as a unique individual. This is beautiful because true learning is personal. What made you want to become a teacher? Because of the caring support throughout my life, I choose to share the gift of the passion for learning that I have been given. Learning is about community and making connections to the world in a relevant and lasting way. I know I wanted to be a guide to this fellowship and all the benefits it offers. What do you like to do for fun when you are not teaching? From going to support our Goodman-Pembine Patriots to watching a movie at home. I love to spend time with my family and friends. I enjoy dancing, doing yoga, and traveling with my family. But those who know me, know that I love to learn, so I spend a great deal of time reading. What did you do before you worked here? Before I worked at GAC, I attended UW-Green Bay for English Education. I worked at the Stephenson Public Library and the Dome Lanes. At one point, my husband and I were in partnership with some of our best friends running mixed martial arts gyms with locations in Peshtigo, Green Bay, and Menominee. We are truly thankful for all that Mrs. Slawinski does for us here at GAC!

A huge thank you to Kevin Rocque and Blake & Mandy Rocque for helping with our PTO’s main fundraiser at the 8-Hi Club on Sunday, April 2nd. Kevin was our MC and Blake & Mandy, the new owners, helped make our annual smelt fry a huge success. Thank you to all who donated prizes, food, or volunteered to help in any way, including the cooks: Blake, Chuck & Beth Samuel, John & Donna Benzo, Tony Cook , and George Rocque. It is greatly appreciated. We couldn’t do it without you! Profits from this fundraiser will be used for grade school and high school educational needs as well as extras such as a nice meal for the state forensic group and helping with field trips.

Noodle Monsters......RUN!!!!

Noodle Day Pencils!!!

Today we are thankful & appreciative of Ms. Paulson! Bryson asked Ms. Paulson the following questions... How long have you been teaching here? This is my 8th year. What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? The relationships that you build when teaching in a small school are like none other. The students and staff here are not just names on a page. They are my friends and family. The girls I used to watch play Little House on the Prairie are now competitively challenging other teams in basketball and volleyball. The students who used to write creative stories in 3rd grade are now writing plays. I love watching students' interests, passions, and talents grow and develop as they move through their years at GAC. We have such a talented, caring, fantastic group of students! What made you want to become a teacher? Teaching is in my blood. My dad was a math teacher, my mom was a paraprofessional, and both of my grandmothers were teachers. In fact, I just found out one of my relatives probably started the first hot lunch program in Wisconsin when she taught at the Engelking School in Armstrong Creek. When I was little, I used to teach imaginary classrooms if my sister and my brother wouldn't play school with me. (I couldn't figure out why they didn't want to be the students all the time. Haha!). The desire to teach never left and I went to college for teaching right after high school. Now I continue to do what I love! What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? I love being outside, studying the Bible, being with family, and traveling. What did you do before you worked here? I taught English in Guatemala for 4 months before I taught 4th grade for a year in Minnesota. I missed the starry night sky and the country, so I moved home and got a job at GAC. I have loved working here! If you have any pets what are they and their names... Toby, my 5-year-old black lab mix, loves to adventure with me outside! Is there anything else you would like to share? GAC is the best school! When I came 8 years ago, I didn't plan to stay. I fell in love with the community and the school and now I don't want to leave! We are truly thankful to have Ms. Paulson here at GAC!

Students in the Intro to Law class performed their 2nd mock trial of the year. Bryson M was the prosecutor, Katelyn K was the defense attorney, and Mr. Wysocki's class were the witnesses in the trial. All the kids did a great job.

Today we appreciate Mrs. Amundson! The PK/K Teacher who is about to finish her first year teaching here at Goodman-Armstrong! What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? I love the fact that I can get to know my students better and my small class size allows me to spend more one on one time with them. What did you do before you worked here? I was a PRE-K teacher in Texas. What made you want to become a teacher? My son had a learning disability and I met some wonderful teachers that made me want to become one. What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? I love to spend time with my family and pets. If you have any pets what are they and their names I love animals and have three dogs, three cats, 12 chickens, and 1 rooster.

Today we are thankful & appreciative of Mrs. Majewski! How long have you been teaching here? I taught at Goodman from 1969-1972. Left to raise children. Returned to Goodman in 2000 and retired in 2011. In between I taught 16 years in the Wabeno School D. I came out of retirement last year to teach 3/4 grades as they couldn't find a teacher. What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? Goodman wasn't always a small district. I've had classes ranging from 18-32 students. I was born and raised in Goodman so I know the student's families. In fact, returning this year I have taught a parent or relative of all but 3 of my present students. What made you want to become a teacher? I wanted to do 2 things either a nurse or a teacher. I decided that if I had patients die, I didn't know if I could handle that on a daily basis. I had plenty of nieces and nephews to entertain and we always had lots of fun. I seem to be able to get along with just about any kid and discipline was always my strong suit. What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? When I'm not here, I like to ride my bike but at 74 it's not as easy as it used to be but I still love it. I love to read and when not teaching a book a week is par. Gardening, be it flowers or vegetables, is my summer activity as well as swimming. Like to fish and hike. Snowshoe in winter and curl up with a book. When time and money are available I like to travel. Last May I went to Ireland and Iceland. April to Mexico. What did you do before you worked here? Was retired until this year. Teaching is what I love and have enjoyed this year but found my mind is willing but my body isn't. If you have any pets what are they and their names: We always had dogs. Now I feed the birds. I would like another dog but until I get to where I can't travel then I'll get another dog. Is there anything else you would like to share? You won't get rich teaching but if you're good at it, you've made friends for life. There is more to learn in life other than "book learning" but it's the starting point. We are truly thankful that she came out of retirement to teach the 3rd & 4th-grade classes this year.

Junior Prom is this weekend! Saturday, May 6th, 7 - 10 pm. Grand March is at 7:30 pm in the Goodman High School Gym!

Today we appreciate Mrs. Harvath! Bryson asked Mrs. Harvath the following questions... How long have you been teaching here? I have been teaching 5th and 6th grade in Goodman for 5 years. What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? I enjoy getting to know all of the students and working with them in small groups or individually! I also enjoy working with the other amazing teachers! Everyone steps up to help with whatever is needed! What made you want to become a teacher? I wanted to become a teacher because I had some really awesome teachers growing up that really made an impact on my life. I want to make an impact in the lives of students that teach as well. What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? When I'm not teaching, I like to read, play and watch sports, go hiking, go four-wheeling, and spend time with my husband, family, and friends. What did you do before you worked here? Before I worked at GAC, I taught Spanish to 4k through 8th-grade students at a small school near Green Bay for 3 years. Before that, I was in college at UW-Green Bay and graduated in 2015. We all thank Mrs. Harvath for the work she does at GAC!

A camping we will go!!!! Pre-K and kindergarten camping theme.

Today we are appreciating Ms. Wahl! Bryson decided to interview the Elementary Teachers through email. Learning all about a different interview process. Bryson asked Ms. Wahl the following questions... How long have you been teaching here? I have been the first and second-grade teacher at GAC for 2 years. What are some things you like about teaching at a small school? I really love teaching at a small school for many reasons. I love the small class size, the close bonds I can form with students and colleagues, and the "home" feel it has. What made you want to become a teacher? Ever since I was little, I would dream of being a teacher. I would play pretend teacher with a whiteboard propped up in the kitchen and a classroom full of imaginary students. I would ask for workbooks as gifts so I could use them playing teacher. I've always had a love for kids and knew this is what I wanted to do. What do you like to do for fun when you aren't teaching? I love to be outside and spend time with my family. I try to bring out my creative side by doing art projects on procreate or canva. What did you do before you worked here? Before I worked here, I was living in Illinois finishing up college. I went to Joliet Junior College where I got my associate's degree and Illinois State University where I got my bachelor's degree. In between that, I spent as much time as I could with my younger sister and brother. If you have any pets what are they and their names? I have a small white dog that is American Eskimo and Pomeranian mixed. Her name is Paloma. Is there anything else you would like to share? I hope that one day my students will look back and remember some of their days with me in this classroom and smile. We thank Ms. Wahl for all she does at the Elementary School!

Good morning due to the road conditions, GAC will run on a two hour delay Monday, May 1. Again school will start at 10 AM today.

Kindergarten is. enjoying reading Dolphins at Daybreak

kindergarten Chalk Day

Congratulations to the GAC Forensics team on their performance in Madison. Katelyn got a perfect score and received a gold medal. Jasmine, Layla, and Minna received silver medals. Marlie, Sarah, Laynee & Lauryn all received bronze medals. Everyone did an amazing job, and I could not be prouder.