Kraxberger takes first in robotics competition, heads to State
For the first time in school history, Kraxberger Middle School’s Gearheads robotics teams took first place at the regional qualifier, after winning all three matches in the semi finals and also the finalist match.

Team 8132 also won the Connect Award, given to the team that most connects with their local science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) community. Team 8132 will advance to the State competition.
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Sixth graders learn economics
Sixth graders in Debbie Gorton and Alan Baird’s social studies classes wrapped up their 6-week introduction to economics by producing and selling products in a classroom marketplace.

“Students learned the importance of identifying consumer needs and wants, setting a budget, and determining the cost of materials for production,” said teacher Debbie Gorton. “They also learned about scarcity, supply and demand, price point, and marketing strategies.”

Students earned play money throughout the unit, which they used to buy craft supplies to create things their fellow classmates were interested in buying. Their products included bookmarks, duct tape wallets, tiny hats, pencil holders, holiday cards, and bracelets.

Each student established a name for their business and set a price point for their product. Other sixth grade classes were invited to shop at the marketplace with the play money provided to them. By the time the marketplace closed, many students had successfully sold out of their products.
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Kraxberger expands school clubs, sports
Kraxberger Middle School has launched a wide array of after school options for students. The goal is helping kids engage in their school community and make friends who share their interests.

To find out more about Kraxberger’s after school programs, contact Kraxberger secretary Nohemi Saldana or call 503.655.3636. A late bus is provided.