3rd Graders Receive Dictionaries

Willmar Elk’s Lodge # 952 honored the RCW 3rd graders with dictionaries. Tom Kramin introduced himself to students as a member of the benevolent Elk’s Lodge #952. He queried the student on the meaning of the work “benevolent”. He then presented student in Mrs. Grove’s and Mrs. Hup’s 3rd grade classrooms with their own dictionaries and asked student to investigate the word “benevolent.” Students dutifully investigated and responded with the dictionary definition. Mr. Kramin encouraged students to use their dictionaries when unsure of word meaning and spelling. Through this generous donation, the Elks hope to inspire a greater appreciation of the written word.

End of the 1st Quarter Celebration: Honoring our Veterans

The 1st Quarter Celebration was held in conjunction with a Veteran's Day Commemoration Ceremony. 
Students were provided with information about the history of Veteran's Day. Recognitions for perfect attendance, honorable actions, and Personal Achievement Winners were given.  The presentation challenged students to develop personal values, goals, and dedication similar to our American  Soldier Heroes in order to become classroom heroes.  The Student Council also demonstrated a flag folding ceremony.

Fire Safety Week

RCW students in pre-school through 4th grade were visited by local fire department personnel. Fire Prevention and Safety Week brought the area fire fighters to RCW School. The students in Pre-K through 4th grade received classroom visits by local firemen. Area dept. member included: Brandon Howard (R), Aaron Haen( R), Phil Haen (R), Jason Rice (R), Damon Bratsch (D), and Les Schneider, Jr. (D).

Students received gift bags that included coloring books and sticker, as well as fire helmets. During the visits, firemen shared safety tips, reminded students to have their families check the batteries in their fire alarms, and encouraged them to develop a family plan should a fire occur in their home. Students also had the opportunity to ask questions and view some equipment used by firefighters including air masks, thermal imaging cameras, fireproof gloves and outwear.