Congratulations to Dominic Stosich, our 4th Grade Kindness Award recipient! His teacher shared, “Dominic is incredibly kind. He always wants to help others in the class who might need it. He never complains about anything and is incredibly hardworking. He loves to see others smile and laugh, so he is always positive and bubbly. He wants to learn, which makes being his teacher very happy. He has only been in our class since January, but he blends in seamlessly, and I can't imagine the class without him.” Great job, Dominic!
Congratulations to Keane Davis, our 3rd Grade Kindness Award recipient! His teacher shared, “Keane Davis has been a wonderful example of kindness to all students around him. He is willing to help those around him and is inclusive to every one of his classmates. When his partner is struggling with a concept he is always willing to help them understand what they need to do. He is always reaching out to those around him that need a friend and is open to everyone around him. He is a great member of our class.” Great job, Keane!
Congratulations to Pete Hardy, our 2nd Grade Kindness Award recipient! His teacher shared, “Pete Hardy is super kind by being a friend to everyone in our class. He works well with others and comes to school each day with a positive attitude. He is such a sweet-hearted kid, and his kindness has a big impact on our classroom. His example helps create a space where students are more patient, supportive, and helpful to one another. He truly makes our class a better place.” Great job, Pete!
Congratulations to Reed Theobald, our 1st Grade Kindness Award recipient! His teacher shared, “We are so lucky to have a student like Reed in our class. He is so good at including others and at thinking through solutions to potential conflicts. He is patient when he works with others and encourages them to do their best. We love you, Reed!” Great job, Reed!
Congratulations to Bennett Melander, our Kindergarten Kindness Award recipient! Her teacher shared, “Bennett truly exemplifies kindness. She is great at noticing when someone needs a friend. Bennett goes out of her way to make others feel happy, noticed, and important. She shares her excitement for learning and life with everyone. She brightens our classroom every day. We love having Bennett in our class!” Great job, Bennett!
Congratulations to Benny Jensen, our Kindergarten Kindness Award recipient! His teacher shared, “Benny shows kindness to teachers and classmates. He includes his friends during recess by holding their hands, smiling, and walking with them. We are so glad Benny is a Foothills Falcon! He makes our school a kinder place to be!” Great job, Benny!
Our Foothills Falcons are helping spread the message of kindness throughout our school and community!
This month, we are proud to recognize our Kindness Award recipients as part of Salem’s Kindness Creates Peace initiative. These students go above and beyond to include others, show compassion, and make our school a better place each day.
We are so proud of the example they set; kindness truly does create peace!
This month, we are proud to recognize our Kindness Award recipients as part of Salem’s Kindness Creates Peace initiative. These students go above and beyond to include others, show compassion, and make our school a better place each day.
We are so proud of the example they set; kindness truly does create peace!
Congratulations to Melody Boyer, our 5th Grade Kindness Award recipient! Her teacher shared, “Melody is a great example of kindness in our classroom. She is patient with everyone and always willing to help others figure out their work. I can confidently sit her beside anyone in our class and trust that she will support and take care of them. Melody's positive attitude and genuine care for her classmates make our classroom a more welcoming place.” Great job, Melody!
Congratulations to this month’s PrinciPAL Lunch Club winners!
These Falcons have worked hard, shown great growth, and set a positive example for others. We are so proud of their effort and dedication—keep it up!
These Falcons have worked hard, shown great growth, and set a positive example for others. We are so proud of their effort and dedication—keep it up!
Mrs. Haroldsen’s class loves having reading buddies!
During April, our Falcons focused on being encouraging friends—and it showed all across our school!
Kindergarten students learned about autism with Mrs. Thompson and how to encourage others.
First graders lifted up classmates who were having a hard day.
Second graders invited new friends to join in their games.
Third graders practiced cheering each other on, celebrating successes, and supporting one another in making good choices.
Fourth-grade students encouraged their classmates during relay tryouts.
Fifth-grade students showed encouragement as they prepared for end-of-year testing.
We are so proud of these Falcons of the Month who truly lived what it means to be encouragers. Our school is stronger because of you!
Kindergarten students learned about autism with Mrs. Thompson and how to encourage others.
First graders lifted up classmates who were having a hard day.
Second graders invited new friends to join in their games.
Third graders practiced cheering each other on, celebrating successes, and supporting one another in making good choices.
Fourth-grade students encouraged their classmates during relay tryouts.
Fifth-grade students showed encouragement as they prepared for end-of-year testing.
We are so proud of these Falcons of the Month who truly lived what it means to be encouragers. Our school is stronger because of you!
Yesterday our faculty gathered to celebrate Mrs. Jumonville with a sweet baby shower! We are so excited for her as she begins this new adventure into motherhood; her little one is already so loved.
Our school is a little sweeter because of our amazing secretaries! This past week, we celebrated them with thoughtful cards, songs, and gifts to show just how much they mean to us. We feel so lucky to work alongside such incredible women!
Our annual Pond Town Invitational is next week for our fourth and fifth graders!
This week, Mrs. Marzan’s 2nd grade class turned into a team of young scientists as they explored the four different kinds of tissue in the human body: muscle, nerve, connective, and epithelial tissue. Each group became an “expert” on one type of tissue. After, they taught the rest of the class about their tissue, using their posters to explain key facts and interesting details. Mrs. Marzan’s class had fun, worked together, and discovered how our bodies work!
Mrs. Gammell's class has been learning about the earth and how it rotates around the sun. We learned that it can help us tell time by using the sun position. We made sundials and have been going out on sunny days to see if we can tell the time using our sundials.
Mrs. McGinnis was recognized at the School Board Meeting last week as Foothills' Teacher of the Year. We are so fortunate to have Mrs. McGinnis at Foothills. She cares about all students and makes everyone at our school feel special and cared for. Congratulations!
Registration for the 2026-27 School Year is NOW OPEN!
Registration for the 2026-27 School Year is NOW OPEN!
Our library has been completely captivated watching the live cam in Big Bear Valley, California, featuring bald eagles Shadow and Jackie and their eaglets as they hatch and grow. What started as simple curiosity turned into daily check-ins, quiet cheering, and a lot of “just one more minute” before heading back to class.
Along the way, we’ve learned about eagles and the rhythm of nature. We’ve explored habitats, life cycles, and what it means to care for something from a distance.
Safe to say our students are officially invested in these tiny feathered celebrities.
