Thornapple Kellogg Schools will be well represented at the Odyssey of the Mind state finals March 21 hosted at TK! Twelve TK teams - representing students from elementary grades through high school - advanced from the regional contest Feb. 21.
Eighteen teams, nearly 115 students, and endless creativity skills! Thornapple Kellogg Odyssey of the Mind teams gathered recently for their own Spontaneous Spectacular night as they practice for upcoming Odyssey of the Mind competitions.
Delanie Gless effortlessly guided her crochet needles through the loops of yarn over and over again. “I don’t know what I’m making yet. I’m just crocheting. Maybe it will be a blanket or a scarf. Who knows?” said the TK Middle School student.
Our middle school has grades 6, 7 and 8 and is filled with enthusiasm for learning and positive behaviors. Each grade level has a separate wing for core subjects with a common wing for our numerous exploratory classes such as choir, band, art, Spanish and 21st Century Skills. Our staff strives to ensure academic, physical, social and emotional growth and development for all students in a secure, creative and challenging environment. We work to develop positive self-images for all students so they can become responsible, lifelong learners. Our staff uses the PBIS program to help students develop core values for themselves and others and we teach and reward students for positive behavior.
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