November 2014

Congratulations to the following students for being recognized as Panther Praise winners for the week of Nov. 17th to 21st.7th Grade: Austin Anderton—Mrs. Hotchkiss, Sade Spencer—Mrs. Hanks, David Wagner—Mrs. Reber,8th Grade: Raysha Riley—Mr. Marziale, Morgan Blackmore—Mr. Sumens, Madison Harward—Mrs. Olsen9th Grade: Erica Montague—Mr. Sumens, Marissa Wagner—Mrs. Olsen, Rhett Hyer—Mrs. Olsen

Nebo District Counseling is presenting a seminar this Wednesday, November 19th at 7:00 PM at the Nebo School District Boardroom. Shara Mitchell, CMHC with Daybreak Family Therapy will present on how depression and anxiety makes children think differently and how to assist children with depression or anxiety. Please contact the counseling office if you have any questions. 

Congratulations to our PTA Reflection winners for the 2014-15 school year.

Mikaeli Ringle, Julian O'Bryant, Mattie Juber, Clover Carter, Jarom Harris, Madison Losee, Nikaedynn Finau, and Garrett Jockumsen. We want to wish them good luck in area competition.

Congratulations to the following students for being named panther praise winners for the week of November 10th to 14th:

7th Grade:  Remington Fillmore—Mr. Sumens, Jentry Coon—Mrs. Larsen, Kevin Shelley—Mr. Sumens

8th Grade: Alexis Grimm—Mrs. Isakson, Terrence Wilde—Mrs. Larsen, Joseline Macedo—Mrs. Olsen

9th Grade:  Brandee Black—Ms. Nielson, Gage Johnson—Mrs. Olsen, Julia Johnson—Ms. Daniels

Congratulations to the following students for being named panther praise winners for the week of November 10th to 14th:

7th Grade:  Remington Fillmore—Mr. Sumens, Jentry Coon—Mrs. Larsen, Kevin Shelley—Mr. Sumens

8th Grade: Alexis Grimm—Mrs. Isakson, Terrence Wilde—Mrs. Larsen, Joseline Macedo—Mrs. Olsen

9th Grade:  Brandee Black—Ms. Nielson, Gage Johnson—Mrs. Olsen, Julia Johnson—Ms. Daniels

On Monday morning, we had an assembly presented by Fight the New Drug. This group's mission is to raise the awareness on the harmful effects of pornography. Our students received an engaging presentation on the harmful effects of pornography. The presentation focused on the science behind addiction, how pornography is an addiction, how the industry targets youth, and the effect of pornography on relationships, as well as provided solutions and resources for those in need of help. Several of our students had an opportunity to come on stage and participate by answering questions and signing the Fighter Pledge. 

Today all students at MNJHS were able to participate in a Veterans day celebration. Mrs. Isakson started the morning with the Pledge of Allegiance over the intercom. Students were then directed into the hallways while two of our 9th grade students, Zane Jolley and Seth Christensen, as well as Mrs. K. Brady played "Taps" in the hall as all of our students lined the hallways. This was followed by a video that highlighted Veterans from our community. Students can also see Mt. Nebo faculty members and relatives of faculty members who have served in the military in a display case in the front hallway. 

Thank you to our wonderful Social Studies Department: Mrs. Stoneman, Mr. Rees, Ms. N. Brady and Mr. Ford for putting together a great assembly that helps our students understand the importance of Veterans Day!  

Tennessee Tolman received the Mayor's Award at the Payson City Council Meeting on  Nov. 5th. This is what was said abaout her:

Adam Rees (Geography Teacher)--In my class, Tennessee is a great student who works hard and makes sure she understands everything. I've been impressed that she cares about learning what she needs to and not just how to get her letter grade up.  She is always good at working with and helping other students.

She played soccer for Payson High School and is trying out for the basketball team. She loves sports.She saw a bullying video that helped her to realize there are others around us that need a friend and goes out of her way to be kind to others.

She enjoys being with her family and having meals together. Her favorite time is on Sundays when extended family comes and they have time to visit They often go outside and start playing basketball or football.

Congratulations to our Panther Praise winners for the week of Nov. 3rd to 7th:

7th Grade: Josie Penrod—Mrs. Isakson, Luke MacDonald--Mrs. Robbins, and Micah Vance—Mrs. Robbins

8th Grade: Alexia Rosenberg—Mrs. Isakson, Jordan Mathews—Mrs. Isakson, Cy Nielson—Mrs. Wilson

9th Grade: Gavin Scholl—Mrs. Isakson, Tucker Bateman—Mrs. Isakson, Charley Griffin—Mrs. Capell

Congratulations to our new Mt. Nebo JHS Chess Club Presidency:

President: Mason Lindstrom, Vice President: Caleb Hayes, Secretaries: Hunter Craine and Sarah Thomson. The presidency was determined through a chess tournament that was held for two weeks.