Sumner-Fredericksburg Middle School

8th graders at SFMS were busy in science class today competing in a Thanksgiving Table STEM challenge. We learned a lot about engineering a sturdy and level table surface as well as learning some of our classmates favorite Thanksgiving dinner foods.

SFMS 7th grade science students participated in a STEM project, "Mayflower Boats" where they constructed a small boat out of a few classroom supplies. Their criteria was to build a boat that would float in water and hold the weight of 5 pilgrims (aka pennies). Once those criteria were met, an added challenge of adding weight was given. Our winning boats held over 80 grams! Great job using those engineering and design skills, Cougar 7th Graders.

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🐝 A huge thank-you to Madison from Kirchland Farms! She came in today to teach our 5th grade Agricultural Studies students all about honeybees—how they live, work, communicate, and play such an important role in our environment. Our students loved learning about these amazing pollinators and gaining a better understanding of their importance in agriculture. We’re grateful for community partners like Kirchland Farms who help bring real-world learning into our classroom! 🍯

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Our 5th grade agricultural studies students had two special visitors today! High school FFA members Jamie Jones and Sydney Zupke stopped by to share all about FFA and what the program has to offer. They talked with students about the many activities, competitions, and hands-on learning opportunities that come with being part of FFA, and they did an amazing job getting our students excited about joining when they reach high school. 🌾🐄🌽 We love seeing older students inspire the next generation!

Our 5th grade Agricultural Studies students loved learning all about pork farming in Iowa from our special guests at Reicks View Farms! They shared how pigs are raised and cared for on the farm — and even brought pork sticks for students to try! The highlight of the day was definitely getting to pet the pig! 🐖

Our students have been strengthening their leadership skills through some fun Ricochet lessons provided by ISU Extension & Outreach! The two activities shown are called Galloping Hands and Zoo-sertive! In Galloping Hands, students practiced teamwork, communication, and coordination as they worked together to keep a group rhythm going, showing how leaders rely on collaboration to reach a shared goal. In Zoo-sertive, they explored how to be assertive leaders by expressing ideas confidently, listening respectfully, and supporting others. Both lessons challenged students to think, communicate, and lead in positive and meaningful ways!

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Our 6th graders put their measurement skills to the test this week! Students practiced using rulers to measure specific objects around the classroom, building confidence in reading standard units of length. It was a great way to combine hands-on learning with real-world math skills!

Our 6th graders explored real-world measurement through a series of fun, hands-on stations! Students practiced measuring length, volume, weight, and mass while deepening their understanding of how different units are used in everyday life.

From measuring their own height, to finding the volume of a box, to comparing quarts and liters and weighing everyday items, students made meaningful connections between math and the world around them! 🌟

Thank you to Martha from Hawkeye Buffalo Farm for visiting our 5th grade Agricultural Studies class! Students loved learning about the history of buffalo in Iowa and hearing firsthand what it’s like to raise buffalo on a working farm. We appreciate you taking the time to share your knowledge and experiences with us! 🦬🌾

Mrs. Bullerman’s Careers classes have enjoyed the career simulations on the VR goggles. Students are given a choice of many career simulations including performing a knee surgery, putting solar panels on a house, working as an EMT, fixing a communication tower, working on a combine and building a bridge, to name a few.

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5th and 6th graders using Microbits to enhance math and coding skills. Special thanks go out to Jackie Kush at Upham Memorial Library for providing the micro bit kits!

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A big thank you to Terry from ISU Extension and Outreach for visiting our 5th grade classroom and teaching our students all about corn! 🌽 Our students had a blast counting kernels around the cob and along its length—a hands-on way to estimate bushels per acre. This method helps farmers calculate the yield potential of a corn crop before harvest by estimating the number of ears per acre and kernels on each ear, then converting those numbers into an estimated yield. What a fun and educational experience!

The 7th grade social studies students took a field trip on Monday, October 27, visiting the water tower along with the sewage treatment facility in Fredericksburg. They were hosted by city workers Bob Schultz (Water Department) and Ray Armbrect (Sewage Department). Special thanks to the dedicated workers of Fredericksburg for making the trip possible.