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Grimes School celebrates student achievement at PBIS Ceremony and Poetry Contest

Grimes School celebrates student achievement at PBIS Ceremony and Poetry Contest

Grimes School recently held a PBIS (Positive Behavioral Interventions and Supports) Ceremony and Poetry Contest, which celebrated students’ achievement.

The PBIS Ceremony is part of the PBIS framework designed to improve student behavior and create a positive school environment. It focuses on prevention and positive reinforcement, with students being recognized by their teachers every marking period for demonstrating outstanding behavior and effort.

The poetry contest was open to fifth and sixth graders. A total of 22 students participated, challenging them to express themselves through a sonnet or free verse. This year's contest theme was "Self-Discovery and Identity," allowing students to reflect on and explore their journeys.

5th-grade winners:
• 3rd Place: Tyler's Poem by Tyler Johnson
• 2nd Place: My Identity by Cherish Garner
• 1st Place: Red in the Game by Jayce Echavauria

6th-grade winners:
• 3rd Place: My Emotions by Khazae Thompson
• 2nd Place: Goodnight by Thomas Santiago
• 1st Place: Complicates the World by Chloie-Ann Byrd

“Once again, congratulations to all our talented students!” said Berlange Ettienne, teaching assistant at Grimes. “We are so proud of their hard work and creativity."
 

3 students holding certificates.
Students and assistant principal on stage.

 

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