The Golden Readers!

Mt. Zion schools are doing some big things!!! Back in September Hattie was so excited to tell me about the blue stem reading challenge. The students were given a list of 20 books to read. Out of 200 kids, 40 teams…. Tonight the final 6 teams battled for the championship! Hattie’s team called themselves the Golden Readers. They did a great job. I was so impressed with their ability to remember details of the books AND the authors. The Golden Readers took 2nd place! A big thanks to Mr and Mrs G for bringing this program to Intermediate. Hattie had a blast! 

Scholastic Bowl

 Kiersten has really hit her stride in Junior High. It took a while to transition back from expat life, but she’s figured out how to shine. She’s been totally invested in being a captain (as a 7th grader) on the Mt Zion Jr High Scholastic Bowl team. And it’s extra special because she’s doing it with a few of her closest friends. 

And tonight Mt. Zion Jr High Scholastic bowl team are Regional CHAMPS!!! They went up against John’s Hill, Monticello and Maroa-Forsyth in some well fought battles of the brains, and came out on top. Kiersten competed in all 3 matches. She’s had so much fun getting to know these kids and adores her coaches…and my friends, Ms. Grinestaff and Mrs. Abbott. Well done, Braves!

Other than taking the trophy, the highlight of the night was seeing these swim friends engaged in a little competition outside of the pool.