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Nov. 27 , 2006 • Vol. 12:14

This Week

2006-07 District Calendar - year view (pdf)

Students of the Month

Every month grade level teachers at each grade identify two students for the positive impact they have had on the classroom.  These Students of the Month stand out for their positive attitudes, relationships with peers and adults, and their contributions in and out of the classroom.  We honor these students by sharing their names with you in the Bulletin, giving them certificates in their homeroom, and then taking them for a lunchtime field trip for goodies.  This week we will honor the Students of the Month from both October and November. Congratulations to each of these students whose effort has had a positive impact on the classroom.

A Spirited Thanks

If you have ever been on campus on a Friday, you have probably seen our wonderful staff decked out in Hall Middle School polo shirts. The generosity and hard work of the PTA, spirit wear coordinator Leigh Estes and spirit wear creator, Dan Ahern are deeply appreciated by the staff.  We are all proud to work at Hall, and now we have another way of showing that pride.

Math Olympians

This is the first year of Math Olympiad at Hall.  Fifth and sixth grade students meet after school on Tuesdays to work on challenging math problems and learn new math and problem solving skills.  Last week the Math Olympians took the first of the five monthly math contests.  Two students, Kayla Bronzo and Robert Pearce turned in perfect scores, answering all five questions correctly within the time limit.  Congratulations to all of the Olympians who have taken on this challenging opportunity.

Below is one of the problems from the most recent contest.  Periodically, I offer these problems as a vehicle for family problem-solving.  I feel they provide great dinner table discussion.  Submit your family’s answer to the following question and you will be eligible to win a lunchtime ice cream excursion.  Two correct responses will be chosen at random for a dessert run with me during lunch.  So send your responses by email, phone or student messenger!

Asha has some $.40 stamps and some $.30 cent stamps.  She has 5 more $.40 stamps than $.30 stamps. The total value of her $.40 stamps is $5.20 more than the value of her $.30 stamps.  How many $.40 stamps does Asha have?

We continue to field Mathletes teams for seventh and eighth grade students. They had their first county-wide competition last week.  Next week I will give you an update on how they did and offer you a Mathletes problem, as well.

 - Daniel Norbutas & Andy Boone
- Hall Principal & Assistant Principal

“BATS” Performances

Hall Middle School Musical Theater presents: BATS, written by Simon Denver & Ian Dorricott.  Friday, December 1 & Saturday, December 2 at 7pm.  Hall Middle School Gym
Price $10

For advance purchase, please contact: Margie Reis 927-3635 or send a check for $10, made out to "Hall Middle School PTA" to:

Margie Reis
37 Meadowood Drive
Larkspur 94939

Cougars Flag Football Team Finishes Season with a Roar

The Hall Cougars Flag Football Team completed an excellent first season with steady improvement through the last game against Marin Primary.  Our team played hard, never gave up and exhibited great sportsmanship and spirit.  Most important, we had fun!

Thanks to all parents who drove to games and cheered on our kids.  Finally, big thanks to Chris Samet and Doug Silva for stepping up to coach this first season.  THE COUGARS ARE BACK!

Hall Cougars Basketball Teams Forming This Week

Girls and boys teams to compete against Marin County middle schools at the 6th, 7th & 8th grade levels are being formed THIS week. 

Check out Doug Silva's flyer in this and last week's backpack mail.  The deadline for completed registration forms and $75 fee is this Wednesday, November 29.  Meet Doug Silva at the outside basketball courts this Monday, November 27 to register and for an informal practice.  Meet Wednesday, November 29 for the first mandatory practice.  If you have any conflicts but still want to commit, please contact Mr. Silva after school on Monday, Wednesday or at dsilva@marin.k12.ca.us.