Congratulations to Elizabeth Conkey and Sam Puchinskiy! They won first and second place among Goudy students in the Kiwanis Club's annual influential elder essay contest. At a May 8 luncheon, Sam and Elizabeth represented Goudy well when they read their essays aloud to Kiwanis Club members, student winners from other area schools, family members, principals, and teachers.

The Goudy Underwater Robotics Team competed in the 2012 MATE Shedd Aquarium Regional ROV Competition on Saturday, April 28th. Goudy's team competeted in the Scout (juinor) Class, and took 1st place in the Mission, Poster and Engineering Evaluation Categories, leading them to an overall 1st Place finish. The students on the team spent 5 months building their ROV (Remotely Operated Vehicle) and practicing with it to complete a number of underwater tasks simulating the exploration and analysis of an underwater shipwreck. They also learned about WWII shipwrecks and their impacts on marine ecosystems, and ways that those shipwrecks could be managed. They also created a poster and gave a presentation explaining what they did and what they learned.

These students worked incredibly hard, and we here at Goudy are very proud of them!

The members of the team are: Muskaan N (6th), Hajra A (6th), Alfredo M (8th), Hiep T (7th), Elizabeth C (8th), Maheen T(8th), Samuel P (8th), Mona H (8th) and their mentor is Ms. Hoerner, 8th Grade Science.

8th Grade Science Teacher Stephanie Hoerner was recently selected to participate in the Shedd Aquarium's "Biology in the Bahamas" program this summer. Ms. Hoerner will spend a week on the Shedd's research vessel Coral Reef II, where, through hands-on experience, she will expand her understanding of data collection and analysis, how it applies to current scientific research and how to integrate them into the classroom curriculum. She is looking forward to learning a great deal, first-hand, about marine habitats, and bringing that information back to share with the students of Goudy. Goudy is very proud of her!

Trees For Tomorrow is a fully accredited outdoor education specialty school located in Eagle River, Wisconsin.  Each year, Goudy fifth-graders have the opportunity to participate in the field trip of a lifetime!  While they are at "Trees", students will learn about native wildlife such as wolves, foxes, and beavers.  They will analyze water samples from local rivers, use compasses to navigate the open forest, and gain other wilderness survival skills.  They may even take a day trip to a bog habitat.  In addition, students will develop appreciation for the environment and reflect upon the importance of protecting natural resources.  Throughout the trip, students will acquire team-building skills and also have some good old-fashioned fun. Please watch our promotional video to find out even more about this exciting trip.  If you would like to support our trip in the future, please contact Mr. Chris Gordon, one of Goudy's 5th grade teachers.

Goudy Mission:

We, the stakeholders of Goudy School, are committed to fostering a culture that focuses on respect, responsibility, and a sense of belonging in a safe and supportive environment for all students. Within our rigorous curriculum, we are implementing differentiated and data-driven instruction that contributes to the success of our students.  As a magnet cluster, we are striving to equip all students with technological capabilities that will promote academic growth and development.  We are committed to ensuring that all children including English Language Learners, students with disabilities, and the academically gifted, are afforded the opportunities to reach their full potential in preparation to meet the challenges of the 21st century.

Goudy Vision:

Goudy Technology Magnet Cluster, in collaboration with students, parents, and community members, embraces a culturally diverse, technologically advanced, and respectful learning environment. We envision technology and collaboration to be integrated throughout our curriculum and in every classroom to provide all students with the 21st century skills that will empower them to become successful leaders and productive citizens in our society.