Tenth grade English students took on a creative writing assignment that involved looking at “artifacts”/”evidence” and writing conclusions. Many students enjoyed taking on detective roles!
Third graders in Ms. Silk’s and Ms. Duval’s science classes are applying their understanding of gravity and friction to design intricate patterns using giant sand pendulums.
Ms. Johnson has arranged for Ms. Kate and her silver poodle, Sylvie, to read to students in Mrs. Sarnacki’s classroom.
After two years of dedication, Maryn has completed her stunning mural. Blending high-tech imagery with the beauty of nature, the piece is a love letter to our school community.
In Maryn’s words: "Mr. Siket and I have been planning this since middle school. By blending his love for technology with my passion for nature, I wanted to show how they can thrive together. If you stopped to chat or offer a kind word while I was painting, thank you. You were my motivation to cross the finish line."
What to look for:
✨ The Creation of Adam reimagined
📟 Hidden messages in Matrix code
🎹 A tribute to Stevie Wonder
👐 The Wu-Tang Clan (per Mr. Siket’s request!)
📍 Find it: Blue hallway, right by the cafeteria. Come find the hidden details!
Students in Mrs. Blackwell’s fifth-grade science class are simulating various atmospheric and oceanic temperatures to identify the optimal conditions for precipitation.
Students in Spanish 1 and 3 dove into the vibrant history of Carnival this week! By crafting traditional masks and comparing celebrations across the Spanish-speaking world, they got a firsthand look at this global festival. ¡Feliz Carnaval!
Students in French 4/5 explored the traditions of La Chandeleur by making In French, the word for pancake is crêpes, a custom used to determine if an early spring is on the horizon
Kindergarten students explored Groundhog Day by learning that the groundhog saw his shadow Monday, meaning six more weeks of winter! Students created their own groundhogs and used chalk to make shadow reliefs, exploring how light creates shadows. This playful art activity helped us connect seasonal traditions with science, creativity, and observation.
The Pre-K students at NMC have been having a blast with our winter unit! We kicked things off by reading The Snowy Day, and everyone created their own "snowy day" masterpieces using fluffy snow puff paint and a little cutout of Peter.
Since the bitter cold has kept us inside, I brought the snow to them! The children enjoyed some sensory play with indoor snow and practiced their math skills by creating playdough snowflakes on our number mats. To wrap up the fun, they went "ice skating" by painting with colored ice cubes featuring their own photos. It’s been a wonderful way to embrace the season!
Since the bitter cold has kept us inside, I brought the snow to them! The children enjoyed some sensory play with indoor snow and practiced their math skills by creating playdough snowflakes on our number mats. To wrap up the fun, they went "ice skating" by painting with colored ice cubes featuring their own photos. It’s been a wonderful way to embrace the season!
Mt. Everett Drone Team reaches final four in CT event
Eighth grader Alea showcased impressive skill and focus as she piloted her drone to a Final Four finish at an REC Aerial Drone Event in Branford, CT. Alea demonstrated precise control, quick decision-making, finishing 6th through regular play and reaching the semi-finals of the playoffs. The team of Nico and Eli delivered an outstanding performance by recording the highest piloting skills run of the day. The impressive score of 135 points places them among the top 125 pilots in the REC worldwide rankings. Other members of the team—Tonia, James, John, Ayden, Massi, Brayden, and Diego—also made meaningful contributions, showing great effort, teamwork, and determination throughout the event.
The team is in action again on March 7th in Bristol, CT.
Eighth grader Alea showcased impressive skill and focus as she piloted her drone to a Final Four finish at an REC Aerial Drone Event in Branford, CT. Alea demonstrated precise control, quick decision-making, finishing 6th through regular play and reaching the semi-finals of the playoffs. The team of Nico and Eli delivered an outstanding performance by recording the highest piloting skills run of the day. The impressive score of 135 points places them among the top 125 pilots in the REC worldwide rankings. Other members of the team—Tonia, James, John, Ayden, Massi, Brayden, and Diego—also made meaningful contributions, showing great effort, teamwork, and determination throughout the event.
The team is in action again on March 7th in Bristol, CT.
We celebrated our incredible senior basketball players and cheerleaders before securing a win against Mt. Greylock last night.
The Southern Berkshire Regional School District invites you to meet the final candidates for Superintendent on Monday, February 9th, from 3:15 p.m.-4:30 p.m. We encourage community members to engage with the candidates and support the future leadership of our school district.
It's Opening Night!
Don't miss Shrek Jr. this weekend!
Don't miss Shrek Jr. this weekend!
This week, our Kindergarten scientists investigated why spring is the ultimate "birthday season" for animals. We explored how warmer weather and plenty of food help baby animals grow big and strong!
The highlight? Our Build-A-Bird-Nest experiment! 🛠️ Using paper bags, pom-poms, and their own handprint birds, our "young engineers" learned how birds transform their environment to create a safe home.
Vocabulary Spotlight: 🌱 Spring | 🪺 Nest | 🐣 Hatch | 🔬 Experiment
Check out these photos of our hard-working engineers in action!
The highlight? Our Build-A-Bird-Nest experiment! 🛠️ Using paper bags, pom-poms, and their own handprint birds, our "young engineers" learned how birds transform their environment to create a safe home.
Vocabulary Spotlight: 🌱 Spring | 🪺 Nest | 🐣 Hatch | 🔬 Experiment
Check out these photos of our hard-working engineers in action!
The Fall semester Portfolio course culminated in a sustained investigation project, showcasing each student's development. Check out their work in the art wing display cases!
Spanish III students took a trip to La Fiesta in Great Barrington this week! The food was absolutely delicious. Such a great way to practice our Spanish and enjoy some authentic flavors.
The Mount Everett Theatre Department is proud to present Shrek Jr., a middle and high school production. Shows will be on Friday, February 6th, at 7:00 p.m., Saturday, February 7th, at 7:00 p.m., and Sunday, February 8th, at 2:00 p.m. Please come out and support our students.
Join us for "Shrek Jr."! 🎭
Looking for some family-friendly fun this weekend? Come support our cast in this hit musical comedy.
Showtimes:
Friday, Feb 6 @ 7pm
Saturday, Feb 7 @ 7pm
Sunday, Feb 8 @ 2pm
Note for Football Fans: Our Sunday matinee ends early enough for you to enjoy the show and get home for your Super Bowl festivities. See you there!
Looking for some family-friendly fun this weekend? Come support our cast in this hit musical comedy.
Showtimes:
Friday, Feb 6 @ 7pm
Saturday, Feb 7 @ 7pm
Sunday, Feb 8 @ 2pm
Note for Football Fans: Our Sunday matinee ends early enough for you to enjoy the show and get home for your Super Bowl festivities. See you there!
Mount Everett's Bob and Sue have started a Prom Dress Exchange!
Prom season is just around the corner, and we want to make sure everyone has the chance to feel like a star without breaking the bank. But we can’t do it without your help!
👗 What we’re looking for:
Dresses: All styles, colors, and sizes.
Men’s Formal Wear: Suits, blazers, slacks, and vests.
Accessories: Shoes, jewelry, and ties.
Supplies: Extra hangers to help us stay organized!
📍 Drop-off Details:
Everything can be dropped off at Room G-32. Please contact SShannon@sbrsd.org for more details
Whether you’re clearing out your closet or have items from years past that deserve another night on the dance floor, please consider donating. Let’s help our classmates make some amazing memories!
Please share this post to help us get the word out! 📢
Prom season is just around the corner, and we want to make sure everyone has the chance to feel like a star without breaking the bank. But we can’t do it without your help!
👗 What we’re looking for:
Dresses: All styles, colors, and sizes.
Men’s Formal Wear: Suits, blazers, slacks, and vests.
Accessories: Shoes, jewelry, and ties.
Supplies: Extra hangers to help us stay organized!
📍 Drop-off Details:
Everything can be dropped off at Room G-32. Please contact SShannon@sbrsd.org for more details
Whether you’re clearing out your closet or have items from years past that deserve another night on the dance floor, please consider donating. Let’s help our classmates make some amazing memories!
Please share this post to help us get the word out! 📢
Keep an eye out! The UME main office display case now features a gallery of eyes as part of our 4th grade Science unit on animal adaptations. Stop by and try to guess 'whose eye is whose' while you learn how humans see the world
