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The following staff members received recognition in February for their actions displaying our District’s Unifying Beliefs. Congratulations! People First – Chris Blockus, Chelsey Bolig, Jackie Cook, Theresa Ewing, Jen Hostler, Angie Pyle, Holly Rorke, Chris Sauer, Kathy Shellenberger, Dana Spade, AJ Steininger, Brenda Stewart, Sharon Tittle, Cole Zimmerman, Melissa Boonie, Amanda Graybill, Tina Spatz, John Daku, Dawn Wenrich, Stacey Hood, Lauren Cuatt Results and Process Oriented – Melissa Boonie, Tammy Laub, Beth Nornhold, Ami Renninger-Boop, Jen Straub, Dan Wilson, Donna Wilson, Brian Rees, Chandler Sheaffer, Ryan VanHorn, Shari Conrad, Lori Keister, Kelsey Sands, Emily Kramer, Stephanie Freil, Jesse Renninger, Misty Wagner, Cameron Trego, Sarah Brubaker, Beth Rowles Internally Motivated – Sue Lessman, Tracy Auman, Amber Bardell, Lindsay Dalius, Lisa Gearhart, Stacy Hostetter, Robin Kratzer, Chandler Sheaffer, Michelle Wilson, Jen Straub, Drew Hagerman, Dolly Horst, Andrea Seebold, Linette Lantz, Molly Bishop, Britt Folk, Courtney Trawitz Conscientious Communicator – Brian Beward, Brandon Folk, Stan Share, Jess Spaide, Kevin Copenheaver, Candace Benner, Missy Kreamer, Shannon Sholley, Lindsey Snyder Creative Problem Solver – Corey Wert, Clint Swartz, Julie Stugart, Sean Snoddy, Nancy Marrara, Bill Stuck, Laura Long

Mrs. Emily Kramer was the PAThS Staff Member of the Week! She is a Reading Specialist but she used to be a Kindergarten teacher! This is her 8th year teaching. She attended Susquehanna University for her undergraduate degree. She got her Master’s from Bloomsburg and is currently getting her second Master’s from Wilkes! Family: Mrs. Kramer has a husband and two daughters (ages 2 and 1) and another baby on the way! Her pets include two dogs, a cat, chickens, and a hermit crab! Outside of school Mrs. Kramer likes going to grad school, gardening, and being active outside. She also enjoys baking with her daughters. Favorite Part of Teaching: Seeing that lightbulb “aha” moment in a child’s eyes and watching their love of learning grow!

Mrs. Orner is the PAThS Staff Member of the Week! She is a music teacher and this is her 22nd year at Midd-West. She attended Lebanon Valley College for both her Bachelor and Master Degrees. Family: I have a husband, Dan, and two sons Cole and Nate. We also have four cats. Favorite part of teaching: My favorite part of teaching music is helping my students be able to play an instrument and perform.

The February 14th and 28th Midd-West School Board meetings will be IN- person and there will be NO Zoom participation. All public comments will have to follow district policy and occur in person.

Mrs. Lantz is this week’s PAThS Staff Member of the Week! She currently teaches third grade but has also taught fourth and fifth grade. This is her fifth year teaching, but has been in the district for 18 years! Mrs. Lantz attended Penn State for her Associates Degree in Letters, Arts & Sciences. She received her Bachelors of Science in Education from Drexel University and is finishing her Master’s Degree from Wilkes University. Family: Husband, Huey; Children, Chloe & Riley; Dogs, Shiloh & Roxy; Cats, Miss Priss & Lucky Outside of school: I love going to the beach and I also love to cook and bake! I also like spending time outside with my family and dogs and also in my garden. Favorite Part of Teaching: My favorite part of teaching is seeing the growth students make over a year! I love creating a classroom environment that promotes family and natural curiosity! I love letting the student interest drive my instruction!

Mrs. Messimer is the PAThS Staff Member of the Week. She is a fifth grade teacher and has been teaching for seven years. She attended Penn State University and Wilkes University. Her family includes her husband, three children, Molly, Maddy, and Mason, and two dogs. Outside of School Mrs. Messimer enjoys camping, activities with her kids, going to Knoebels, the beach, Lewisburg Children’s Center, Gymnastics, fishing, cookouts, indoor water parks, swimming, Whitaker Center, Baltimore Aquarium, and so much more! Favorite Part of Teaching: Interacting with students every day, hearing their stories, and seeing the lightbulb go off when they have “learned.”

The following staff members received recognition in January for their actions displaying our District’s Unifying Beliefs. Congratulations! People First – Jordan Cole, Stephanie Friel, Emily Kramer, Macia Kramer, Landry Harman Results and Process Oriented – Ryan Wagner, Andrea Teats Internally Motivated – Landry Harman, Nichole Snyder, Alyssa Beaver, Stacey Hostetler, Sarah Brubaker, Brit Folk, Lisa Orner Conscientious Communicator – Lisa Mitchell, Christa Dressler, Courtney Trawitz, Janelle Hockenbrock, Greg Weader, Amanda Graybill, Megan Matrey, Ava Zechman, John Daku Creative Problem Solver – Alyssa Beaver, Robin Walls, Erin Auman, Ava Zechman, Chad Romig, Shari Conrad, Abby Potter, Amanda Graybill, Courtney Zimmerman, Emily Klingler, Molly Bishop

Mrs. Gunkle is the PAThS Staff Member of the Week! Job Title: Special Education Teacher Number of Years Teaching: 20 College(s) attended: University of Bradford & Mansfield University Family: I have been married to my husband, Ed, for 16 years. We have a 12 year old son named Brady. Outside of School Activities: I like to support my son in his outdoor adventures, like Boy Scouts and fishing, and bowling. I enjoy gardening, crafting, reading, and spending time with my family. Favorite Part of Teaching: My favorite part of teaching is watching the students grow and mature both academically and socially throughout the years they are at West Snyder.

On January 24th, the Midd-West School District will be holding their last hybrid meeting where the public can join via Zoom. Anyone who wishes to speak must attend in person. Starting with February’s work session on the 14th, all meetings will only be in person until further notice. MWSD is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85411606855?pwd=eXNZc25VbXB6Rllwdk5DOVdBS0ExUT09 Meeting ID: 854 1160 6855 Passcode: Tc0wZb

Mrs. Lindsey Snyder is the PAThS Staff Member of the Week! She is a kindergarten teacher and she has been teaching for 12 years. She attended Bloomsburg University and received her Master’s Degree from Wilkes University. Family: She has a husband named Chris. She has three daughters named Hailey, Makenna, and Taylin and one son named Brennen. They also have a dog, Judge! Outside of school activities: I love spending time watching my kids play sports, family outings, being outside in hot, sunny weather-especially at the beach! I also like hanging out with friends, exercising, and staying active. Favorite Part of Teaching: Seeing my students believing in themselves and seeing the excitement on their faces when they achieve goals. Plus all their hugs! *Pictured with Mrs. Snyder is Audra Folk, a former student of Mrs. Snyder’s!

Job Title: 5th Grade Teacher # of Years Teaching: 31 years College(s) Attended: Shippensburg University (undergraduate); Bloomsburg University and Susquehanna University (graduate) Family: My husband (of 40 years) is named Doug. We are blessed with two children, Aaron and Marissa, and four grandchildren, Madeline, Bradley, Lilly, and Harper. I can’t forget my 6 year old Golden Retriever, Jesse! Outside of School: I enjoy attending my grandchildren’s sports events, baking, gardening, shopping online, and attending church events. Favorite Part of Teaching: Getting to share things that I love with my students and helping kids learn their way!

You are invited to participate in our January 10th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Those who wish to make a comment must attend in person. Time: January 10th, 2022 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada ) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87378671851?pwd=b096a3RRQWk4NXNxRE1zaEFIM3JYdz09 Meeting ID: 873 7867 1851 Passcode: hP729m Let us know if there are any questions.

On Tuesday, December 14th students at West Snyder Elementary ventured on a walk to spread holiday cheer to those in our local community. Students and staff went caroling at the Beaver Springs Senior Center, the MACC, Conestoga, and local residents of Beaver Springs.

A message received from PDE acknowledging that schools may return to local decision making in regards to masking based on the PA Supreme Court Ruling, confirmed that there will be no challenges or additional legal maneuvers at the state level as far as instituting mask mandates in schools. To all families and staff, MWSD will return to the status of voluntary masking that is found in our Health and Safety Plans effective immediately. Thank you for your support and patience over the last three months!   Let me know if you have any additional questions! 

You are invited to participate in our December 6th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Time: December 6th, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada ) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/89978346104?pwd=ZkgvYVlzcy82amlNaW9vei9hb3BGZz09 Meeting ID: 899 7834 6104 Passcode: Qnd8hG Let us know if there are any questions.

December 3rd, 2021 @ 7:30 pm Choral Concert at the Midd-West Middle School! Grades 8-12 Join Zoom Meeting https://us04web.zoom.us/j/75384135948?pwd=YldVWllLTldpUDlRN0VqZTR3NjJBQT09 Meeting ID: 753 8413 5948 Passcode: ae0dnM

You are invited to participate in our November 15th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Time: November 15th, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada )Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87604874535?pwd=ZFZteTdyMXBVRGtoaXZYdFFwM2J5dz09 Meeting ID: 876 0487 4535 Passcode: 3FiHuq Let us know if there are any questions

COMMITTEE MEETING POSTPONEMENT NOTICE The Board of Directors of the Midd-West School District has postponed the Buildings and Grounds Committee meeting scheduled for Thursday, November 4, 2021, to Thursday, November 11, 2021, beginning at 5:00 p.m. at the Midd-West School District Administrative Office.

You are invited to participate in our October 25th, School Board Meeting by using the public link below. You must enable your video and mute your microphone. This is a formal public meeting and comments will only be allowed at designated times in the meeting. Time: October 25th, 2021 07:00 PM Eastern Time (US and Canada ) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81641982814?pwd=Zkh5NjR5N2s3UGZwUHhOK1ZQb2ZyQT09 Meeting ID: 816 4198 2814 Passcode: mi71Zz Thanks. Let us know if there are any questions

The fifth annual Community Thanksgiving Dinner will be held on Saturday, November 20th, at MWHS. This is a FREE, drive-up, to-go style dinner with pick up from 4 to 5:30 pm. Dinners will be distributed at the cafeteria doors (#8). Please follow the designated traffic pattern when arriving. RSVP's are required and will be accepted until 11/3/2021. Please use this form to sign-up: https://forms.office.com/Pages/ResponsePage.aspx?id=zgCATiv4uEGfT4IC6Vco4ibIya93BQZIq_YkypriMuVUMkdZS05BTEVMVlFUTTgwSFRBSFFXM0dCNS4u Questions can be directed to Mrs. Beth Keister at bkeister@mwsd.cc