Reading by Willa

Everybody has something that makes them happy, friends, family, food, school, or whatever your heart desires. Everybody longs for happiness, and everybody wants to go on the adventure of a lifetime. Something that I believe has been lost in today’s society is the beauty of reading. Of course people read everyday, on signs, social media posts, and at school. But, I believe that the feeling of picking up a new book, the crisp pages in your hand, and the anticipation of a new adventure tops every other feeling. Most kids today don’t like reading, but with the right book everybody can go on the adventure of a lifetime, getting swept into another world, and meeting characters that seem so real. I think that many kids today hate reading because they have not found the right book yet. If you read 20 minutes a day you will be exposed to 1.8 million words per year. Reading 20 minutes a day can build your empathy towards others, and affect your mental health positively. Reading a good book is an escape outlet from reality, and in my opinion it is a healthy coping mechanism. Books are so fun, because you can find a book about any topic, and at any reading level. Many kids here at ESMS write great book reviews that are posted everywhere such as google classrooms, and on our school newspaper. Our school library, and our public library are filled with about every single book you can imagine, and there are many great reading apps. So I believe that books are good for mental health, and are a lost gem in today’s society.

Virtual by Mia

Virtual is where you work from home and go on zooms with your teachers but I haven’t been doing that. I’ve been virtual since 2nd quarter and I haven’t been doing the best at it. For me virtual was really hard because I kinda get distracted easily so I couldn’t get the work done on time when needed. It was kinda weird going back also because I have a different schedule and everyone is back at school now and hard to get up because I’m not used to getting up around 5 or 6 but now, I’m going to focus on my work and what I’m supposed to be doing.

End of the year is Coming! by Haden

So far we have had an extremely Difficult year having to deal with COVID-19, a Bunch of kids first years at Middle School and HIgh school, and so many more things but don't worry because the end of the school year is so very close. So get ready for summer because when school ends it's gonna be a blast! So far the official release Date for School is going to be on May 21st. During the Summer Only the Students who need to are going to attend summer school but that’s the best we are getting so far so if you were planning on going to summer school, sorry about that. On the bright side we are now gonna have many days at home to have Fun, Do sports, Play video games, and the best part, Friends! So we only have 2 months left so if you can try to hold it together for just this last bit of time and well have a bunch of time to catch up on sleep and a bunch of other things that you have been unable to do!

My day by Bryce

Today I listened to music. Why am I typing this? During PE I scored 4 times 2 inside the parkers, it was so fun. I did the 1st hour, 2nd hour, 3rd hour, 4th hour, 5th hour and so on.I stamped over 100 books. That is why I had fun.

My Day by Haleigh

My blog Today My Computer class we were on google maps and we had to search up places in Excelsior Springs it was kinda fun. In techsperts we have to make a blog and a book recommendation and it's pretty fun. My math teacher is one of my favorite teachers. She is funny and cool but so is my techspert teacher and the rest. Social studies we did a fun little game. It was fun.

Book Recommendation by Emmy

Twist It Up is a cookbook. and if you like cooking like me, you will most definitely like it. This book, like you can see on the front cover, has more than 60 awesome recipes. so you and your friends should read it and try some new recipes.. By Emmy

Teacher Treats/celebration by Haleigh

How I feel about the thing that we did for the teachers. I feel happy about it because we got to make the happy and let them have something to look up to. It was really fun because my friends and I make it fun. It was very relaxing for Me-Haleigh, Bryce, and Emersen. The people who helped with this project was Me- Haleigh , Bryce Lewis, Emersen , Ananya , Haden , Ella . I hope all the teachers enjoyed this little project and have a good day.

Raffle by Josie

As you know in the past couple months we had 2 raffles, raffling fidget toys, books, sports gear, tshirts, and candy. We would like to thank you for all your help and raising almost $100 to donate to students that need school supplies, coats, hats, and gloves for the students here at the middle school. Coming up in April we will have another raffle with chiefs and royals gear stay tuned for more information