Mr. Johnson's 6th grade language arts class had the chance to do a mock trial over a book they read in class, Tuck Everlasting.   Students were divided into a defense team, the prosecution, witnesses that would testify, and a jury.  Judge Johnson proceeded over the case.  The student prosecution lawyers presented opening arguments and called several witnesses to the stand to try to convince their peers that Mae Tuck is guilty!  The student defense team tried to present a case that Mae Tuck should not be sentenced for the crime, but it was self-defense.  The jury will be deliberating on the evidence provided to see which team presented the most compelling argument.  Judge Johnson will then give the final verdict based on the jury's recommendation.......  Will Mae be free or will she be sentenced for her crime?  It's up to the jury to decide.

On Tuesday, November 14th, nine 7th and 8th grade students participated in the SICL Honor Choir hosted by Lynnville-Sully.  The students had been rehearsing specific music for a few weeks prior to the event and then spent approximately four hours working with a guest conductor to prepare a joint performance with students from the other SICL schools.  The L-S students who took part in the event were Madison Jochems, Payton Bowlin, Trycer Arends, Natalie Nore, Tess Dunlap, Timothy Anderson, Mandeesa Vos, Hayden Lewis, and Nikolai.  Their hard work resulted in a beautiful performance that was enjoyed by friends, family, and our community.

SAFE Iowa and Honda sponsored a high energy, interactive assembly for our middle school students earlier this month!  Students took part in a game show answering questions from a wide variety of categories with an emphasis on safe driving topics.  Intertwined with learning about responsible driving, select students were also given the opportunity participate in both acting and dancing competitions.  The event came to a close with four students taking part in a final round of trivia.  Trace Carlson, Dawson Brummel, Terriyah Carter,and Paisley Vos were each rewarded with Amazon gift cards for winning various activities.  Thank you to Deputy Corey VanKooten and L-S Middle School Student Council Sponsor Hannah Van Haaften, for organizing this memorable event for students!