Julia Bare and Nate Sears introduced the Terrific Kids program to Artondale School teachers on August 27.
The program will take the letters in TERRIFIC and apply an acronym each month, such as "T" which will represent Thoughtfulness. Teachers in each of the 22 classes will then select 2 students from each class who will be recognized over the PA system and have their picture taken, which will hang in a special Terrific Kids display are in the front lobby of the school. Students learn to set and achieve goals and compete only with themselves--not with other students in the class.
Approximately 44 students will be honored each month and at the end of each trimester these students (138+/-) will be honored at a special recognition gathering in the Artondale School's multi-purpose room. Students will receive an award certificate, bumper stickers for mom and dad's vehicle, and a special recognition prize, which Julia and Nate are still working on.
A special movie, with a special food treat as well, has been discussed at our August 24th meeting. This trimester award meeting will host the students' parents, school staff, and our Gig Harbor Kiwanis representatives.