(SHS Applied English uses data, words, and visuals to communicate about student achievement.)
With several performing arts events scheduled next week, our researchers looked into links between arts education, higher attendance, and improved student engagement. Turns out, the link is strong and Sterling's students are powerful evidence.
According to a study conducted by the Boston Globe in 2021, “...Public school students who were enrolled in arts education programs had greater school engagement and higher daily attendance, and their parents were more likely to be active in school activities.”
SHS junior Mason Lockhart had more to say: “The arts keep me coming back to school. Whether it be a debate tournament the following day, or musical rehearsal, my participation in the arts definitely helps my attendance.”
According to KSDE.org report card data, daily school attendance at SHS surpasses all other Rice County schools.
So as you plan an evening with Frog and Toad at the Betsy Dutton Theater next week, give yourself credit: your evening of delightful entertainment also supports scholarship and daily attendance. The research confirms it. #WeAreSterling
Admission prices for tomorrow night's football game in Conway Springs will be $8 for adults and $6 for K-12 students. Since this is a KSHSAA post season event, only KSHSAA passes will be accepted.
The SGS parade route will be shortened due to the weather. Students will leave SGS today at 1:45 and head to Sterling Lake but will parade around "Turtle Island" in front of the bathhouse. Students will not be walking around the entire lake. The parade is open to the public.
Here is the SJSHS Week in Review for Week 10. #WeAreSterling
Congrats to the Black Bear Girls' Cross Country Team, who ran the 2A State Meet, finishing 3rd as a team. Senior Faith Ekart finished 4th overall, and was joined on the medal stand by Katie Inwood (10th) and Julia Kilgore (15th). Way to go, Ladies! #WeAreSterling
The Black Bear XC ladies hit the State Meet course at 10:35 this morning at the Wamego Country Club. Go Bears! #WeAreSterling
The Black Bears head to Ellis tonight for the first round of the 1A playoffs, as they take on the 4-4 Railroaders, the 2-seed out of District 8. Kickoff is set for 7P at Railroader Stadium. Go Bears! #WeAreSterling
Our moms are better than your moms! SJSHS moms brought the good stuff for our teachers for conferences! Thanks to all of them for bringing food, setting up the spread, and cleaning up afterward. #WeAreSterling
If you missed Tuesday evening's conference sessions, we're back tonight from 4:oo until 7:00, but we're in the South Gym. Our goal is to see all parents, so if you didn't see us on Tuesday, please come out today and visit with your student's teachers. #WeAreSterling
(SHS Applied English tells our story of student achievement with data, words, and visuals.)
Our researchers looked at WELL-ROUNDED public schools, 4A and smaller, with team championships in BOTH non-athletic and athletic categories since 2021. Then we looked at average ACT scores. Check out our result in the graphic.
On Saturday, the ACT happens AND our runners will compete for a team title. We are made for these days. #WeAreSterling
SJSHS Parent/Teacher Conferences are tonight and Thursday from 4-7P. Junior High core teachers are scheduling appointments in their classrooms, while HS staff will be in the Ora Shields. There will be grade cards available at the table as you enter OSAC.
SHS Applied English uses data, words, and visuals to tell our story of student achievement.
We compared Sterling's average ACT scores to high schools (4A and smaller) in college towns in Kansas. As you can see, SHS students are prepared for ACT, and we perform well historically.
We are ready! Good luck, SHS students taking the ACT on 10/28. #WeAreSterling
A tad early this year due to scheduling, the J-Teens Halloween Dance for Junior High students is on Tuesday evening from 7-8:30P in the SJSHS Commons. All eligible JH students are invited to attend. Costume contest and an evening of fun with the Bear Cubs. #WeAreSterling
Here's your Week in Review for Week 9. #WeAreSterling
Black Bear Debaters are headed to Hoisington today to continue honing their arguments ahead of Regional and State competitions coming up in December and January. Go Bears! #WeAreSterling
It's State Ticket Saturday. The Runnin' Bears kick off our day at 11:20 (Girls) and Noon (Boys) across from Prairie Hills Middle School in Regional Cross Country. At 2P, Black Bear Volleyball plays Ellinwood in the Sub-State quarterfinals in the South Gym. #WeAreSterling
The Black Bears host Ellinwood tonight at Smisor. Kickoff is at 7P. #PinkOut #CancerAwarenes #WeAreSterling
