The Puma Award has been presented to students at SMS who consistently exemplify positive character traits in their daily actions. These individuals regularly demonstrate caring attitudes toward others, work cooperatively with peers and staff, and show respectful behavior in all areas of the school environment. These students serve as role models within the school community by upholding the core values of South Meadow School caring, cooperation, and respect.

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This week marked a significant milestone in our Social Studies curriculum. On Thursday, 18 of our fifth-grade students courageously presented their Kid Governor campaigns before an audience of 100–150 peers. These students worked diligently to craft compelling speeches and develop campaign platforms aimed at making a positive impact on both our local community and the state. Following the presentations, the fifth-grade class cast their votes and elected Sylvia to represent SMS in the 2025–2026 Kid Governor election, which will take place in the coming weeks. We are incredibly proud of all the students who participated. They demonstrated leadership, initiative, and a strong commitment to civic engagement.

The Responsibility Award has been proudly presented to SMS students in recognition of their ability to remain focused and demonstrate a strong sense of responsibility in their daily academic lives. This honor celebrates students who consistently exhibit positive behavior in the classroom, stay engaged with their work, and serve as outstanding role models for their peers.

This year in Mrs. Baker’s 5th Grade ELA Class, the focus is on learning how to read and write like detectives. To bring this idea to life, the students participated in an activity where they dressed up as detectives and investigated two mock crime scenes. Acting as real investigators, the students carefully examined all the pieces of evidence, analyzed clues, and used their critical thinking skills to make logical deductions about who committed the crime. Through this engaging experience, they practiced important skills of observation, inference, and reasoning.

The SMS Goal Getter Award is presented to students at SMS who not only establish meaningful and purposeful goals but also demonstrate consistent effort and dedication in actively working toward achieving those goals. This award recognizes their commitment to personal growth, perseverance, and the proactive steps they take to reach their objectives.

The Driven Learner Award is presented to students who demonstrate a strong belief in their academic abilities and exhibit a high level of self-confidence. These students are not only committed to their personal growth but are also willing to step outside of their comfort zones by taking intellectual risks. They actively seek opportunities to challenge themselves, showing a genuine desire to expand their knowledge and enhance their overall learning experience.

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