We celebrate our students and their hard work on Fridays by giving out the following awards.
The Holmes Hello / Howdy Award! – Is given to a student representative for starting the day by greeting others on a regular basis… “Good morning Mr. Muggy!” This helps to promote a positive beginning to the day!
The Holmes Rock’en Recess Award! – Is given to a student representative who includes others during recess, is positive and friendly and a good sport!
The Holmes Everyday Hero Award! – Is given to a student representative who displays respect and responsibility, someone who is considered a good role model!
The Holmes Got Grit Award! – Is given to a student representative who works hard even when the work is hard. This person perseveres and doesn’t give up even if they want to!
The Holmes Albert Einstein Award! – Goes to a classroom who tried their best and took their time while taking an important assessment!
The Holmes Great Golden Trashcan Award! – Goes to a classroom who picks up after themselves and helps our custodians by putting things away.
FrIdAy May 7th, 2021!!!
Hello/Howdy: Mung – Mrs. Poehlman and Raya – Mrs. Jones
Everyday Hero: Emma – Mrs. Behne
Rock’en Recess: Betty – Ms. West
Got Grit: Faith – Ms. West
Golden Trash Can: Ms. Spilker
FridaY April 30, 2021!!!!
Kaylana has Got Grit! She works hard and doesn’t give up! Jesiah works hard everyday! He has Got Grit! Harper is this week’s Everyday Hero! She is a leader in the class and helps Holmes be the best!! Kamya has been Rock’en Recess! She helps without being asked and always includes others! Thanks Kamya!!
Friday April 23, 2021!!!
Malachi has Got Grit! He perseveres and won’t quit even if he wants to!! Mylee has Got Grit! She works hard even when its gets tough. She keeps working!! Jeremiah is Rocken’ Recess! He is a good sport, includes others, and helps clean up at the end of recess. Thank you Jeremiah! Michael is a kind greeter! He greets everyone with smiling eyes and a kind hello. Michael is a Hello/Howdy winner! Nick is also a Hello/Howdy winner! His friendly greetings make Holmes a kinder place to be. Thanks Nick! Eden is our Everyday Hero!! You can count on her! She is a role model in class, helpful, and kind. We are so proud she is a Hedgehog!!
Friday April 16, 2021!!
Ryan has been Rocken’ Recess!! He helps others clean up without even being asked. Thank you Ryan for keeping Holmes kind!!! Donna is so kind and says “hello” to all she meets. Thank you for making our school welcoming and positive! Donna is one of our Hello/Howdy winners!! Jaxon helps everyone feel welcome with his greetings. That is why he is a Hello/Howdy winner. Way to go Jaxon!! Emma is our Everyday Hero! She works hard in class, includes others, and helps however she can. Thank you Emma for being our hero!! Maria has Got Grit! She works until the job is finished. Maria keeps going when it gets hard!
Friday April 9, 2021!!!
William is Rocken Recess! Thanks for keeping recess awesome!! Cisco is one of our Hello/Howdy winners! We are the ones that really win every time he greets us!! Evie is also a Hello/Howdy winner! She helps Holmes stay positive and welcoming for all!! Kynslie is our Everyday Hero! An excellent role model in the classroom, we appreciate her everyday!! Athen has Got Grit!! A fine student, he works hard each day and perseveres! Way to go!! and KEEP IT UP!!
Friday Mar. 26, 2021!!!!!
Scarlett is one of our Hello/Howdy winners. She greets others and helps Holmes feel like home!! Rose is our other Hello/Howdy winner! Everyday she greets people with a kind word. Thank you Rose for your warmth and kindness. Hana is our Everyday Hero!!! She leads by example in her classroom! She helps others and is kind! Thank you Hana for making Holmes a great school! Owen has Got Grit! He works through problems. He does not give up! Keep working hard Owen!! Mrs. Lambe’s 5th grade knows… “Kindness is the new COOL!” Thank you for making Holmes more kind.
Friday Mar. 19, 2021!!!!
Emmett is such a great greeter! Thank you for making Holmes kind and welcoming!! Rawnagh is our Everyday Hero! She leads in the classroom and is a positive role model for all! Thank you Rawnagh!
Friday Mar. 5, 2021!!!
T’Kaija is our Hello/Howdy winner! She makes everyone feel welcome with her positive greetings!! Aldron has Got Grit!! He keeps going and doesn’t give up! Way to go Aldron!! Colton is our Everyday Hero! He is a model in the classroom. He helps his classes everyday just by being himself!
Friday Feb. 26, 2021!!!!
Caitlyn keeps Holmes welcoming! She is a Hello/Howdy winner! Trey has Got Grit! He doesn’t give up and he keeps going! Keep persevering!! Sediah always greets others kindly. Thanks for keeping Holmes kind!! Niang is Holmes’ Everyday Hero this week! She is a role model and helps her classmates be better!
KINDEST Classroom-February 2021

Friday, Feb. 12, 2021!!!
Karis is one of our Hello/Howdy winners! Thank you Karis for keeping Holmes kind!! Hsa Mu Htaw has Got Grit! He never gives up! Malakai is one of our Hello/Howdy winners! With him around we all feel welcome, thanks Malakai!! Huxley is our Everyday Hero!! He is a role model in the class. Positive and helpful everyday. Thank you Huxley!!!
Friday, Feb. 5, 2021!!!
Jace has Got Grit! He doesn’t give up, and he keeps trying!! Lydia is our Every Day Hero! She helps in class and is a super role model of being Safe, Respectful, and Responsible. Maria, Edward, and Esme great Mr Muggy enthusiastically every morning. They are our Hello/Howdy award winners!
KINDEST CLASS-January 2021!!

Friday, Jan 15/22, 2021!!!!!!
Way to go Hanley! You are one of our Hello/Howdy winners! You make Holmes more welcoming every greeting you give! Congratulations Malik!! You have been Rocken’ Recess and keeping Holmes kind!! Thank you Mason! You are a Hello/Howdy winner! You make Holmes a kinder place!!! Congratulations to Jonah! He is our Everyday Hero! Leading in class and our hearts. Thanks for making Holmes even more kind! Way to go Deijah! You don’t give up! You have got GRIT!!
Friday, Jan 8, 2021!!!!!
Jase is one of our 2 Hello/Howdy winners! Thank you Jase for making Holmes a kinder place!! Rome has been Rock’en Recess!! Thank you for helping! Kendall is 1 of our 2 Hello/Howdy winners! She kindly greets everyone. Thank you Kendall for brightening Holmes!! Jackson is our Everyday Hero! He is respectful and responsible!! Thank you for keeping Holmes Kind!! Jeremiah has Got Grit! He doesn’t give up when it gets hard. He keeps on going!!
Friday, Dec 18, 2020!!!
Weston is Rocken’ Recess! Thank you for being a role model!! Way to be a helper at recess, Lucas! You are Rock’en Recess!! Alexis you are awesome!! Thank you for all the positive greetings! You are our Hello/Howdy winner this week!!! Borne has Got Grit! Keep persevering!! Khamari is one of our Everyday Heroes! Everyday he comes to school and gives his best!! Elizabeth is one of our Everyday Heroes! She is fantastic to have in class! Thank you Elizabeth!!
Friday, Dec 4, 2020!!
Sean is Rocken’ Recess, also! Thanks for helping at recess!!! Saryn is Rocken’ Recess! Thank you for being a leader at recess! Serenity has Got Grit! She doesn’t give up!! Jaxon is a Hello/Howdy winner! Thanks for keeping Holmes friendly!! Monroe is our Everyday Hero! We can always count on him!!
KINDEST CLASS-November
Kindest class November!!
Friday, Nov. 20th, 2020!!!
Caleb is Rocken’ Recess!! Thanks Caleb for being a friend at recess! Kamya is a Hello/Howdy winner! Thanks for the positive greetings!! Kinley is our Everyday Hero!! Thank you Kinley for being a role model!! Rose is a Hello/Howdy winner! Thank you Rose for the welcoming attitude!! Emma has Got Grit!! Yes SHE DOES!!! Way to go, EMMA!!
Friday, Nov. 13th, 2020!!
Taylor is “Rock’en Recess”. Thanks keeping Holmes kind! Reilyn is a Hello/Howdy winner! Way to keep Holmes welcoming!! Jude is one of our Hello/Howdy winners! We win every time he greets us! William is our Everyday Hero! Shyannah has “Got Grit!!” She keeps going even when its tough!!
October’s Kindest Classroom!!!
October’s “Kindest Classroom” Way to go Mr.Aust’s 4th grade class!!!!
Michael is a Hello/Howdy winner! Nora has been Rock’en Recess! Sam is this week’s Everyday Hero! Way to go!! Berkley is a Hello/Howdy winner! Myrrh has Got Grit! YES HE DOES!!
Karstyn has been Rock’en Recess! Ryan is a Hello/Howdy winner! Thank you for brightening our days! Liam is a Hello/Howdy winner! Thanks for being kind!! Thea is our Everyday Hero! Stay awesome! Aurora has “Got Grit!” YES she does!!!
Friday Oct 9, 2020!!!!
Thank you Janelle for always greeting others! You are a Hello/Howdy winner! Nice job Finn! You are our Got Grit! winner!! Way to go Henry!! You are a Hello/Howdy winner! Congrats Aleda! You are Holmes’ Everyday Hero!!
Friday Oct. 2, 2020!!
Congrats Michaelee! You are Rock’en Recess!! Congratulations Reagan! You are a Hello/Howdy winner! Congratulations Tori! You are our Everyday Hero! Keep it up!! Congratulations Kyler! You have ‘Got Grit!!’ Congratulations Mrs. Podraza’s Class! You show Kindness is the New Cool!
Friday Sept 25, 2020!!
Jessie is Rockin’ Recess Josie is one of our Hello/Howdy winners! Carter is Rockin’ Recess Haven is one of our Hello/Howdy winners! Caitlyn has Got Grit, yes she does!! Zubite is our Everyday Hero winner!
Friday Sept 11, 2020!!
Jadon is this weeks Everyday Hero! Owen won “Rocken’ Recess” this week! Jude won “Hello/Howdy” this week Mrs Brown’s Class won “Kindness is the new Cool” Elijah won our other “Hello/Howdy” award!
Friday Sept 4, 2020!!!
Tanner is also a Hello Howdy winner! Lexi Is one of our Hello Howdy winners! Hana has Got Grit!! Reese is our Everyday Hero! Miles is Rock’en Recess!!
Friday Aug 28, 2020!!!
Erwan has “Got Grit!” Edward is our “Everyday Hero”
Friday Aug 21, 2020!!!
Congrats Hana you’re Rockin Recess! Ryan has Got Grit! Hello Howdy Ethan! Chelsey is our Everyday Hero!!