On Saturday, February 15, the 7th and 8th grade bands traveled to Norwalk for the South Central Iowa Bandmasters Association (SCIBA) Middle School Large Group Contest. This event provides middle school bands with an opportunity to be given […]
On February 18th, fifth grade students at DeSoto Intermediate participated in a Star lab experience with local Environmental Education Coordinator/Naturalist, Chris Adkins. Chris partnered with fifth grade teachers to provide students a learning activity that aligns with their […]
Students and staff at Adel Elementary celebrated Valentine’s Day on February 13th. Classroom parties allowed students the opportunity to spread kindness through valentines, treats, and fun activities. Valentine’s Day is a chance for our school community to show […]
Following the public hearing on February 10th, the ADM Board of Education approved the 2020-21 ADM Academic Calendar. Please note the following: Key academic dates: First Day Of School: 8/24/20 Winter Break: 12/23/20-1/1/21 Spring Break: 3/12/21-3/19/21 Commencement: 5/23/21 […]
Recently, 8th grade students were exploring how a transversal line interacts with parallel lines. As shown in the pictures, students were working collaboratively to help each other understand how the transversal line creates angles across the parallel lines. […]
Adel Elementary students celebrated the 100th day of school on January 31st. The 100th day of school provides teachers and students an opportunity to engage in math learning focused around number sense and dialogue. Classrooms read a math […]
Students at DeSoto Intermediate participated in National Read Aloud Day on February 6th. As a school community, teachers and students were provided time to enjoy an engaging book and subsequent dialogue. Students were given the opportunity to select […]
Once a month, students are able to select to attend an enrichment activity during power hour. Some examples of what our students do during their Power Hour Enrichment time. From playing Chess to Science Experiments, playing Disney Villianous […]
Drunken Goggles offer hands-on experience, allowing participants to experience the effects of alcohol, marijuana, a concussion, or drowsy or distracted driving firsthand. It gives students the opportunity to experience what it’s like to navigate basic tasks after drinking. […]
ADM High School students participated in a panel discussion with Second-grade students at Adel Elementary during Advocacy week. Second graders learned about disabilities and advocacy through activities, books, and lessons. The high schoolers visited as part of the […]