Michaela Backlund

1st Grade Teacher at SGR

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Nolan is a friend to all and is a wonderful and fun partner during partner time!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Nolan is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has been focused at the carpet and using a calm body during instructional time. He is a wonderful partner when he works with others. Nolan is friendly and gets along with ALL of the students in his class! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Dekker is an AWESOME first grader!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Dekker is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has come SO far from the beginning of first grade! He is focused at the carpet, engages in his lessons, works hard during independent work time, and asks questions when he needs help or clarification. Awesome! 😎 #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

All is true! 🙌🙌🙌

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Sullivan is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has been working extra hard to be a LEADER in his classroom! He's been a role model in the hallways is a great participator in class. He's also fun to be around! Way to go, Sully! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Hassan is a great friend to everyone!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Hassan is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is always looking out for others and seeking out ways to make others smile! He is helpful, caring, fair, cooperative, and friendly. He has a GREAT attitude, too!! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Silly in the best way, no doubt!🤗

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Crue is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is a friend to all and works hard! He participates in class and always bravely shares his thoughts and ideas! He is motivated, kind, helpful, and silly (in the best way!) Way to go, Crue! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Jackson is kind to ALL! 🤗

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Jackson is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is so kind and thoughtful! He participates in class discussions and works hard at school. He is a nice friend to his classmates and is fun to be around! Way to go Jackson! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Yay, Elliott! Always honest and trustworthy!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Elliott is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has integrity and is honest. He also has made tremendous growth in regulating his emotions, so he can do his best learning! Keep up the great work, Elliott! We are proud of you! WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Angel is such a bright light in our class!! Way to go!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Angel is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she has been SUCH a role model for her classroom AND other classes in the hallway! She has been coming to school with a big smile on her face. She has been working hard to complete her work with a good attitude! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Nathaniel=Amazing 🙌

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Nathaniel is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is a wonderful student! He is such a bright light in his room! He is a helpful, hardworking, and kind student. He loves school, his friends, and to learn new things. Keep up the great work, Nathaniel! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Measuring with popsicle sticks! #WeAreMathematicians @sgrspuds

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Two more friends shared about themselves today! Valentina spoke Spanish for our class, as well. We all agreed that knowing a second language is pretty cool!

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[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Aubrey rocks♥️

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Aubrey is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she’s an enthusiastic learner! She challenges herself to give her best effort in everything she does. She’s also a leader in her group and positive influence on all who are near her! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Elliott is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he was given the challenge to work especially hard on using a calm body, hands to self, and to focus in the classroom. He took that challenge and crushed it!! Way to go, Elliott! We are SO proud of you! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Anas is one of a kind! His first grade teacher is PROUD! ⭐️

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Anas is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he is polite and respectful to all, and is a responsible student. He participates in class discussions and is an enthusiastic learner. We are very happy that Anas is at SGR this year! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Tyler is an awesome leader!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Tyler is an #sgrspudoftheweek because he has been going above and beyond to be a leader in his classroom! He is focused, quiet, and engaged during carpet time. We are so proud of Tyler! #WeAreSpuds #WeAreAwesome

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Yes we were! So proud!

[SG Reinertsen Elem @sgrspuds]

Stella is an #sgrspudoftheweek because she is a wonderful student, friend, and helper. She was nominated for her COURAGE in singing to her entire class! She took a deep breath and sang BEAUTIFULLY! She was brave and her class was proud of her and were impressed! #SpudPride

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

I only got a photo with half of my 6 football players... but am beyond proud of each of them!!!! Thanks for inviting me to see you play! ♥️🏈 #GoSpuds

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[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Building and learning about tally marks with popsicle sticks! @sgrspuds

[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

This group of kiddos... they love to build and create. 🥰

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[Michaela Backlund @MrsBacklundSGR]

Culture Week (Part 1)...

This has been a highlight of our year so far. We've all enjoyed learning more about each other♥️

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