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Rivera Middle School students enjoyed a special reward for their positive behavior on Friday as part of the "3-3-3" program. Those who had three or fewer absences, tardies, and minor discipline issues this quarter were treated to pizza, a dance party during an extended V.I.P lunch, and a raffle. Incentives are one part of the Positive Behavior Intervention and Support (PBIS) system our schools utilize. PBIS is a research-based, nationally recognized framework that promotes a positive culture of making good choices on school campuses. It includ...
More than 1,000 fourth graders from across the Merced City School District enjoyed one of two incredible children's concerts by the Merced Symphony at the Merced Theatre on Friday. They also learned about the history of the music and the stories behind some classic songs. Additional information from the Merced Symphony Association website: Each year the Merced Symphony presents Children’s Concerts to 3,000 3rd, 4th, & 5th grade students from throughout Merced County. We work with the Merced County Office of Education (MCOE) to bus students to each our free...
Students throughout the Merced City School District will have exciting opportunities during the annual Summer Academy from June 12 – July 14. The five week session will include hands-on learning in the fields of science, technology, engineering, the arts, and math (STEAM). Each grade level will have its own unique theme and project. For example, the youngest students will learn about energy and forces with the help of a marshmallow catapult, while fourth graders will make their own instruments as part of the study of sound waves. All participants will also enjoy a ...
Students throughout the Merced City School District are enjoying a variety of activities to celebrate this holiday season while also using their creativity and collaboration. Kindergarten and transitional kindergarten students from Fremont Elementary made personalized ornaments for one of the Christmas trees on display at the Merced County Courthouse Museum. They recently took a walking field trip to see their tree and all of the others that have been beautifully decorated for the holidays. (See photo below) Meanwhile, kindergarten and TK students from John Muir Elementar...
Students at Burbank Elementary in Merced are learning valuable lessons while supporting a great cause this holiday season. On Tuesday, all of the kindergartners took a walking field trip to a nearby store to pick out stuffed animals, action figures, games, and other gifts for children in need. They used their own money as well as additional donations to pay for the items. Representatives from Toys for Tots then visited the campus to collect the presents so they can be distributed to local families in time for Christmas. This donation day was one of several a...