Morton School District

The Morton Jr. High ASB will be sponsoring a fundraising sale. All the money generated through this fundraising drive will go towards rewards and activities. Your participation in this sale, whether large or small, will have a real impact. Please take a look at the Winter Wonderland catalog and share it with families and friends. The start date is September 23 and... READ MORE >

Next Wednesday, April 17th, we are hosting a JH track meet here after school. It is our one and only meet here this year. We could use some volunteers to time, measure, supervise, etc. If interested in helping please let Corby, Heather, Joe, or Mr. Hanson know. READ MORE >

HS ASB is accepting applications for the 2019-2020 High School ASB Officers. Ifyou are interested, please pick up your application in the office. All applicationsare due back Tuesday, April 16th . If you have any questions, please ask Mrs.Brooks and/or Mrs. Frahm. READ MORE >

The Morton FFA Chapter will be hosting a Color Bowl Planting night just in time for Mother's Day. The planting night will be held on Monday May 6, from 5-7:30 pm. FFA will provide all materials needed as well as light refreshments, simply come and plant a Color Bowl! Quantity available will depend on amount pre-sold. These will be 14" bowls containing petunias,... READ MORE >

The Morton Mock Trial team competed in the Clark County district tournament for the 4th year in a row on Feb. 27 - 28. The team did an excellent job responding to objections, judges’ questions, and the other teams’ attorneys. Ninth graders Haylee Harris and Isabella Palermo were nominated for best witness, and senior Lucinda Scogin was nominated for best... READ MORE >

The FFA will be selling Krispy Kreme donuts until Friday February 15th. Donuts will be delivered on Tuesday, February 19th after school. Please see an FFA Officer or Mrs. Hanger for more information. READ MORE >

Students in 8th – 12th grades interested in turning out for baseball or fastpitch need to get signed-up on the sheets posted on the athletic bulletin board. The Morton/White Pass seasons begin on Monday, February 25th.The Morton/White Pass high school track team will also begin on Monday, February 25th, and the junior high track team will start on Monday, March... READ MORE >

Congratulations to our January “student of the month” winners: ShawnCrittenden, Annabeth Ford, Manuel Martinez and Hannah Smathers. Congratsto all the nominees. READ MORE >

There will be a Girls' Youth Fastpitch sign-up on Tuesday February 12th from 6-7p.m. in the Morton Grade School Cafeteria. There is a $60 registration fee.(U-14 and U-12 teams) READ MORE >

Tacoma Power/Cowlitz River Project is looking for 2019 graduates who areinterested in working for the summer. If you’re looking for summer work, pleasesee Christy in the office for an application. READ MORE >

The countdown is on until the end of the first semester. (Four school days)What missing work do you need to do, before the semester ends? This is veryimportant for the senior class members as your days at Morton are coming to anend. Next week will be finals…. Get a good night’s sleep, eat a healthy breakfastand get to school on time. Get working on bringing... READ MORE >

The HS ASB officers invite the student body to attend the upcoming high schoolbasketball “Senior Nights” to honor our senior athletes: The girls' senior night willbe held on Thursday January 24th at Morton, and the boys will be on Friday the25th in Randle. READ MORE >

There will be no school on Monday January 21 st in observance of Martin LutherKing, JR Day. READ MORE >

Life Touch Photography group will be here on Monday October 29th for any students who haven’t had their photograph taken yet. Packets are on the high school office counter if you would like to purchase pictures. READ MORE >

Homecoming 2018: “Once Upon A Time” dance will be held on Saturday 29th from 7:30 – 11:30 PM. Entry fees are: $10 single ticket or $15.00 for couples. Only high school students are allowed to attend. Guest passes required for quests. You must provide picture ID with request, and are due back by Wednesday 26th. The ASB members have posted the dress-up days of the... READ MORE >

The Life Touch Photography group will be here on Wednesday September 5th to take ASB Photos. If you didn’t receive a picture packet, and would like to purchase photos, pick up a packet in the office. These photographs are used for the yearbook and for your school files. Reminder to all senior class members – These photographs are used for the 2019 class portrait... READ MORE >

Fall sports for the Morton/White Pass athletic teams will begin on Wednesday, August 15th, for high school football and Monday, August 20th, for high school volleyball, junior high football, junior high volleyball, and junior high and high school cross country.Those students that signed up last spring should be receiving information in the next few days regarding... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY MAY 22, 2018 The high school baseball awards banquet will be held on Sunday @ 3 pm. Congratulations to the newly elected cheerleaders for the MWP 2018-19 Season: From Morton: Jordan Lansing, Kalei King-Usselman, Jaydin Flitton, Shaylea Demarest, Terri Richards, Sabrina Richards, Rachel Goble & Lauren Burnett. Sports for this week: Good... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR MONDAYMAY 21, 2018HS Track Results from the 2B District Track meet; the following athletes will compete in the State Track Meet this weekend at Eastern University-Cheney:Manuel Martinez and Marcus Garcia run in the 4 x 100 Relay and the 4 x 400 meter Relay, and Caliph Wideman in the 4 x 100 Relay. Good Luck Guys!!Sports for this week:Wednesday: ... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR THURSDAY MAY 17, 2018 Today’s Lunch: Macaroni & Cheese, Whole Wheat Roll, Fresh Fruit, and Veggies Friday: Roasted Garlic Pizza Bagel, Fresh Fruit, Veggies, Sporting events for the week: Friday: HS Track @ W.F.West High School: District Meet: Athletes dismissed at 2:45, Bus departs at 3 pm. Pole Jump & High Jump competition starts at 4 pm,... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY, MAY 15, 2018 Today’s Lunch: Turkey Hot Dog, Fresh Fruit, and Veggies Wednesday: Chicken Enchiladas Verde, Fresh Fruit, Veggies Thursday: Macaroni & Cheese, Whole Wheat Roll, Fresh Fruit, Veggies Friday: Roasted Garlic Pizza Bagel, Fresh Fruit, Veggies, The Morton Medical Center will be providing Sport... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR WEDNESDAY MAY 9, 2018 Today’s Lunch: Sweet Thai Chicken Stir-Fry, Whole Wheat Roll, Fresh Fruit and Veggies Thursday: Whole Grain Chicken Corn Dog, Fresh Fruit, Veggies Friday 11th: Pepperoni Pizza Bagel, Fresh Fruit, Veggies Sign-up sheets for high school fall and winter sports for the 2018-2019 school year are now posted on the athletic... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR MONDAY MAY 7, 2018 Congratulations to our 2018 Prom King Isaac Salguero & Queen Sarah Smith We hope everyone had a great time at the Prom. Today’s Lunch: Meaty Spaghetti, Ranch, Garlic Bread, Fresh Fruit, Veggies Tuesday: Bean & Cheese Burrito, Fresh Fruit, Veggies Wednesday: Sweet Thai Chicken Stir-Fry, Whole Wheat Roll, Fresh Fruit,... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR FRIDAY MAY 4, 2018Today is the last day to purchase your Prom Pre-Sale tickets. Cost of entry is $15.00 for singles and $20.00 for couples. Reminder ~ Prom is a FORMAL. Song request sheet is in the hallway. Prom will be held at the Mason Jar in Onalaska: Application to run for ASB for the 2018-2019 school year are in the HS Office. We are looking... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR THURSDAY MAY 3, 2018 No scores reported from Baseball & Fastpitch teams who played at Naches yesterday or a report from the JH Track meet @ Adna. Last few days to purchase your Prom Pre-Sale tickets. Cost of entry is $15.00 for singles and $20.00 for couples. Reminder ~ Prom is a FORMAL. Song request sheet is in the hallway. Prom... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY MAY 1, 2018 The National Park Service at Mount Rainier Park is taking Crew Member applications for summer help. Pick up your application today in the office. Last few days to purchase your Prom Pre-Sale tickets. Cost of entry is $15.00 for singles and $20.00 for couples. Reminder ~ Prom is a FORMAL. All guest passes will be... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR MONDAY APRIL 30, 2018Last few days to purchase your Prom Pre-Sale tickets. Cost of entry is $15.00 for singles and $20.00 for couples. Reminder ~ Prom is a FORMAL. All guest passes will be due back to the school by Wednesday, May 2nd. Song request sheet is in the office window and in the hallway. Prom will be held at the Mason Jar in Onalaska.Prom... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR WEDNESDAY APRIL 25, 2018Prom Pre-Sale tickets are on sale now! You can purchase them at the high school office before or after school. Pre-sale tickets cost $15.00 for singles and $20.00 for couples. Reminder ~ Prom is a FORMAL dress code event. Contact Taylor Hazen or Sydney Brooks for more information & prom details. All ticket sales sold... READ MORE >

Check out the free screening of the documentary Screen Agers provided by the Morton Up Coalition. READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY APRIL 24, 2018 Congratulations to the MWP Fast-pitch team as they swept Rainier last night 15-0 and 6-3. The boys’ baseball team lost last night 1-9 and 6-8. The 2018-2019 Cheerleading sign-up sheet is on the athletic bulletin board. Cheer tryouts are coming soon! Cheer coaches will schedule tryouts based on numbers of... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR MONDAY APRIL 23, 2018 The 2018-2019 Cheerleading sign-up sheet is on the athletic bulletin board. Cheer tryouts are coming soon! Cheer coaches will schedule tryouts based on numbers of girls signed up. Cheerleaders are expected to be at practice every day, scheduled games – including district & State games, and any scheduled cheer activities. ... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR MONDAY APRIL 23, 2018The 2018-2019 Cheerleading sign-up sheet is on the athletic bulletin board. Cheer tryouts are coming soon! Cheer coaches will schedule tryouts based on numbers of girls signed up. Cheerleaders are expected to be at practice every day, scheduled games – including district & State games, and any scheduled cheer activities. ... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR THURSDAY APRIL 19, 2018 Powerful Examples of Excellence Banquet is planned for this evening. Congratulations on your achievements – enjoy the awards banquet. Please be on time! MWP HS baseball & fast pitch teams lost to Adna yesterday. Baseball scores 4-13, 0-10 Fast pitch 0-10 & 8-9. Both teams will be in action again... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR MONDAY APRIL 17, 2018There will be a Blood Drive here at the High school on Friday April 20th from 11:30- 5:30 pm. Students 16 & 17 years of age must have a signed permission form to donate which they can get in the high school office. The donation will be in the blood mobile bus located in the high parking lot. Donors can sign up for... READ MORE >

A landmark 1995 study found that children from higher-income families hear about 30 million more words during their first three years of life than children from lower-income families. This “30-million-word gap” correlates with significant differences in tests of vocabulary, language development, and reading comprehension.MIT cognitive scientists have now found that... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR FRIDAY APRIL 13, 2018END OF THE 3RD QUARTERProm Pre-Sale tickets are on sale now! You can purchase them at the high school office before or after school. Pre-sale tickets cost $15.00 for singles and $20.00 for couples. Reminder ~ Prom is a FORMAL dress code event. Contact Taylor Hazen or Sydney Brooks for more information & prom details. All... READ MORE >

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Math looks different these days.When you visit your child’s math class, it may look different from what you remember. For example, 2 apples 2 apples still equals 4 apples, and learning your multiplication tables is still important. But, now you are likely to see your child solving real problems. Second graders might:Figure out how many apples they need for a... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY APRIL 10, 2018 Last night in baseball and fast-pitch action at PeEll the baseball team split, losing the first game 0-10 but winning the second game 12-10. The fast-pitch team lost both games both games 2-12 and 0-11. The OnStage Children’s Theatre Education program is holding a Rock Around the Clock 50’s Theme fundraiser,... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR WEDNESDAY SEPTEMBER 6, 2017 Today begins a week of campaigning for the junior high ASB office positions. Elections will take place next Wednesday September 13th during homeroom in the lecture hall. If you’re interested in joining the FBLA Club and missed the meeting this morning, see Mrs. Haselwood today for... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY SEPTEMBER 5, 2017 Students are to follow their class schedule - until you have met with Ms. Austin for a class change. Sign-up sheet is located on the office counter. There is a community service opportunity available to any high school student tomorrow September 6th from 6-7 PM at the elementary school. For more... READ MORE >

Off campus privileges: 11th and 12th graders will have off campus until Thursday, September 7th. At that point, only those who have applied and have been approved will keep their off campus privileges. Off campus privileges must meet academic, attendance, and behavioral qualifications and are subject tosuspension. (Academic qualifications are from your last... READ MORE >

With college on the horizon, two newly minted Greenwich High School AVID graduates, Miguel Orellana and Jacob Hernandez, this week expressed their gratitude to the AVID program and their teacher Frank Kovac.Because of AVID, which stands for Advancement Via Individual Determination, the boys said college became a possibility, if not an expectation, for the first... READ MORE >

Parents, families, educators and communities—there’s no better partnership to assure that all students, pre-K to high school, have the support and resources they need to succeed in school and life.The research shows that students tend to earn higher grades, have better attendance, are more motivated and less likely to drop out whentheir families are involved in... READ MORE >

SCHOOL NEWS FOR TUESDAY AUGUST 29, 2017 WELCOME BACK! Students are to follow their class schedule - provided to you this morning, until you have met with Ms. Austin for a class change. Sign-up sheet is located on the office counter. There is a community service opportunity available to any high school student on Wednesday September... READ MORE >

On Friday, August 18, 2017, Morton FFA sheep showman Terri Richards earned the Reserve Champion (2nd place overall novice) showman award with her market lamb project. Congratulations on your hard work Terri READ MORE >

The Morton FFA program has come a long way under the leadership of Mrs. Hanger and the dedication of the Morton FFA students. We are proud of the hard work and dedication you demonstrate Timberwolves. This week at the Southwest WA Fair, sophomore FFA member Terri Richards is exhibiting and selling her market lamb project Bozo. The auction will be held Friday... READ MORE >

Nature or nurture? Which has more impact on a child's potential for success? This debate has waged on for decades but scientists now believe that environment is far more important to student success than genetics. As an educator, this is GREAT news because it means that what we do makes a difference...everyday. In other words, "High performing teachers overcome... READ MORE >

“Help! My child is moody, stressed and not doing well in school! What can I do to help?”As an educator, I often hear this sentiment as it is a common and frustrating phenomenon. There is good news; there are many things parents can do to support their child’s social, emotional and academic success during the school years.A young brain is very different than a... READ MORE >

College graduates today are struggling more than ever to find quality employment. In fact, twice as many are unemployed now as in the 1990s, and over 50% who do have jobs are working in areas that don’t even require college degrees.Let’s think about that for a minute and consider why.The other day, I was looking to create a lease contract to rent out the guest... READ MORE >

The world is filled with inspirational people with disabilities and difficult backgrounds. Millions come from inner cities and low-income areas, and millions more have faced abuse and traumatic situations in life. It’s not easy and I’m not trying to minimize what they go through – I’m simply saying that it’s possible to overcome anything, and that doing so is all... READ MORE >

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If you’ve ever had goals and dreams that didn’t come true, you’re not alone. An incredible 92% of people say that the goals and resolutions they set for themselves each year never get achieved. With stats this high, there must be something in common that’s holding them back.After studying the 8% who do accomplish their goals, I have some answers about exactly what... READ MORE >

Attending school regularly helps children feel better about school—and themselves. Your student can start building and supporting this habit by ensuring your child attends school on time, every day. Consistent attendance will help children do well in high school, college, and at work.DID YOU KNOW? Starting in kindergarten, too many absences (excused and... READ MORE >

If you’ve ever had goals and dreams that didn’t come true, you’re not alone. An incredible 92% of people say that the goals and resolutions they set for themselves each year never get achieved. With stats this high, there must be something in common that’s holding them back.After studying the 8% who do accomplish their goals, I have some answers about exactly what... READ MORE >

According to recent studies, only 20% of the population sets goals, and as many as 92% of those goals are never achieved. That said, I’ve never met a highly successful person who doesn’t regularly set personal goals.Goals are critical. They keep you focused on what’s important, and allow you to make the best use of your 24 hours each day. When tackled correctly,... READ MORE >

Albert Einstein is considered one of the greatest geniuses of all time, though rumor has it he failed high school calculus. As you might imagine, this is an exaggeration ‒ Einstein didn’t remember getting anything but A’s.It’s possible that this story had something to do with his math skills. Despite his amazing intellect, Einstein wasn’t as strong in math as many... READ MORE >

For many years, my son Daniel disliked math. The issue wasn’t that he was unable to do it — he simply found the subject boring. He struggled with his homework problems, and we both became increasingly frustrated.He certainly wasn’t developing a love for math, and every technique we tried felt counter-productive. And the kicker was that it was taking a toll... READ MORE >

Encouraging your high school student to do their best isn’t as hard as you may think. It does take time and effort, but it should become part of a daily routine that both you and your teen can enjoy more than dread.These suggestions can help you along: Talk to your teen about school. Know what classes he/she is taking, what does your teen think of the teacher... READ MORE >