School starts on Tuesday, August 19th and we are excited to have all of our students back at Mt. Nebo! Here are a few upcoming dates to be aware of:

August 5th- Registration from 7:30 AM to 3:30 PM. Please bring the fee sheet that was mailed home with your students registration information. If your student is an incoming 7th grader you will need to bring in records with proof of the Tdap immunization. Nurses will be available at our school from 10 to 2 if you would like to take care of it at registration. 

August 18th- 7th Grade Day from 7:55 AM to 11:20 AM. This is an optional day for 7th grade students to come to school before all the older kids get here! They will have a tour of the school, attend an informational assembly and have lunch in the cafeteria. 

August 19th- First Day of School

August 22nd- Picture Day

Communication-

Parent Link: The school sends information to parents through the district site called Parent Link. Go to www.nebo.edu and under the heading "Parents" click on the tab "Parent Link" for instructions. This gives the school the ability to text, call, and email information. 

Grades: We encourage parents to check their students grades on a regular basis. This can be done by going to www.nebo.edu and under the heading "Parents" click on the tab "SIS Grades/Attendance". Through this site you have the opportunity to check grades, contact teachers and update your contact information. 

Please contact the school if you have any questions or if you have not received your registration information in the mail. 

Our annual Faculty vs. Students basketball game was held on Thursday, May 29th. We had several faculty members participate and they competed against the  winners of the student intramural teams. Although there was a big height difference, the students played a great game!!  The teachers pulled out a win in the last few minutes, the final score was 73-69. Thanks to all those who participated and gave us a great game to watch! 

The MNJHS Awards Assembly was held today. We had individual assemblies for each grade and students were recognized for: 4.0 all year, Honor Roll all year, Perfect Attendance, Latino's in Action volunteer hours, Terrific Kids, Band and Orchestra MVP's and Excellence in Art. 

Six of our 9th grade students were also recognized for having a 4.0 for the entire time they have been in Junior High! These students are: Devin Broadhead, McKay Asay, Sidney Burrell, Jessica Edmondson, Ashlyn Ewell and Alyssa Sutton. 

Good job students! 

Congratulations to the following panther praise winners for the week of May 5th - May 9th

7th Grade: Kristen Wilkerson--Mrs. Bennett, Jaycee Zimmerman--Mrs. Olsen, Merrell Morley--Mrs. Isakson

8thGrade: Brooke Losee--Mrs. Hanks, Sabrina Malm--Mrs. Hanks, Sage Hardle--Mrs. Wilson

9th Grade: all nominated by Mr. Rees--Landyn Spencer, Kortnie Walker, Ashlyn Draper

This week is Teacher Appreciation Week! We are proud of the teachers we have here at Mt. Nebo and are grateful for all the hard work they do. Please remember to thank your teachers this week!!

Congratulations to the following Panther Praise winners for the week of April 28th - May 2nd

7th grade: Aubrey Ramirez--Mrs. Olsen, T.J. Ross--Mrs. Olsen, Daniel Tinoco--Mrs. Olsen

8th Grade: Statler Steele--Mr. Christensen, Tennessee Tolman--Mrs. Johnson, Kaleb Harold--Mrs. Johnson

9th Grade: Hunter Kindle--Ms. N. Brady, Sammy Wilson--Mrs. Isakson, Sidney Burrell--Mrs. Isakson

Congratulations to the following students who represented Mt. Nebo Junior High School in the Great Kids Awards given by the Utah Valley Chamber of Commerce. Each student was given $100.00 from the Utah Community Credit Union and numerous gifts from various community sponsors. 

Hayden Heaton is the son of Shelley and Rodney Heaton. Here is what his teachers wrote in his nomination:

Scott McFarland, English Teacher: Hayden is a joy to have in the classroom. He balances studying graphic novels with complex literature like "The Good Earth." Hayden is not afraid to try new things. He is creative and dynamic. He is a leader among the students. Hayden will take charge and show his fellow students what needs to be done.

Sierra Hotchkiss, Science Teacher: Hayden is a respectful and kind young man. He is always willing to work with any student either to help them or working in a partnership.  He always says “hello” when he enters the classroom and has a smile on his face. He is an example to his peers and lives what he believes.  He is a hard worker and excellent student.

Kaylee Torres is the daughter of Jamie Jones. Here is what her teacher wrote in her nomination:

Amber Capell, Math Teacher:  Kaylee is a beautiful 7th grader with a smile that brightens a room and eyes that invite conversation. She is kind to those around her: lending pencils, helping with problems, sharing food, including less popular students into her group, and always being positive. Kaylee is always picking up garbage, straightening desks, or organizing things to make our classroom a happier place. Even without being prompted, Kaylee volunteers to work with and explain math to one of the students who needs some extra attention. She is never seeking the lime-light; she just loves others and seems to see the best in them. I appreciate her example and hope she continues in her passion and integrity!

Congratulations to our students of the month for April and May. Below are the statements written by the teachers that nominated them:

7th Grade: Bailey Savage--Bailey is always smiling and happy. She loves to help other students and she is a great student hereself. What an example!

8th Grade: Haillie Wimmer--Haillie is an excellent example to other students. She works hard, is friendly, and doesn't allow herself to be distracted in class. She is a pleasure to teach.

9th Grade: Kindra Lundell--Kindra has been working really hard in all of her classes and she is such a good friend to other students. She is always willing to help and is just awesome.

Congratulations to our panther praise winners for the week of April 14th - 18th.

All of the 7th graders were nominated by Mrs. Isakson:  Terry Crow, Madison Hutchings, Jordan Mathews

8th Graders:  Jennifer Woodhall--Mr. Deming, Seydy Varela--Mrs. Solorzano, Tanner Pyne--Mrs. Bennett

All of the 9th graders were nominated by Mrs. Solorzano: Lizbeth Tinoco, Jose Leiva, Jonathan Rodriguez

The Mt. Nebo Junior High HOPE Squad is headed up by one of our counselors, Mr. Hiatt. Students that are selected for the HOPE Squad were nominated by their peers as someone they can talk to, and who is friendly and kind to others. The purpose of the HOPE Squad is to train squad members in leadership and suicide awareness in order to assist and help peers who are suffering from depression or who may be suicidal. We are committed to empowering students to seek help and save a life.  HOPE Squads are an important link to school-based suicide prevention programs; they are the eyes and ears of our student body.