Join Ms. Mroczek for a zoom meeting today, Monday, April 6!2:00 P.M. High School 4:00 P.M. Middle School All are welcome, not just band students. Here are the links for both:High School (9-12): https://zoom.us/j/743845449 Middle School (6-8): https://zoom.us/j/629302396 READ MORE >
Mr. McDowell has sent messages to his 6th and 7th grade students through his google classrooms. If you don't have a code for his classroom they are 2nd Hour: izct5bp3rd Hour: pbucgak6th Hour: rsogt5n If you have Mr. McDowell for E2020, he has sent an email to his students. If you are not able to connect to his classrooms, you may email Mr. McDowell directly at... READ MORE >
Hi Everyone, To access zoom, you will need to download the zoom app on your phone or go to the website at zoom.us Once there, you will need to create an account and then enter the meeting ID number. It will then ask you to put in the password and then will connect you to the meeting after you click "join with video". Below is the information that you will... READ MORE >
On behalf of Mr. Ledford:https://www.edhelper.com/ https://www.ixl.com/ Allow students to choose assignments. Social Studies and Science are available too! If you need your password email jack.ledford@waldronspartans to get login info. SciShow Kids https://www.youtube.com/user/scishowkids/videos Lots of cool science videos for students of all ages. How... READ MORE >
Spartans, Mrs. Nichole Warren-DiCenso wants to educate all of our K-12 families by having a plastic bag challenge! This is an excellent way for families to work together and also see what other families develop. Be sure to subscribe to Mrs. DiCenso's YouTube page (Nichole DiCenso) for more videos. We cannot wait to see what you tag us in on Facebook! Be sure to... READ MORE >
Dear Spartans, As we go through this COVID-19 crisis, along with Stay at Home orders and Social Distancing, make no mistake, the threat is real. The impact has reached all of us in many different ways. We have Spartans who are health care workers, truck drivers, and other essential workers who are taking great risks for the welfare of all of us. As educators,... READ MORE >
Spartans, check out this link Mr. Ledford found! This can be accessed by any device. Please share this website with others. We hope our Spartans can enjoy this excellent opportunity! Audible Stories for Kids READ MORE >
Good Afternoon Spartans!I would like to share some interesting ideas to keep kids engaged during our time away! This website provides ways to keep our Spartans, K through 12, engaged and improve their writing skills! Stay safe and have a super day! Keep Them Writing!Sincerely,Mike Potts517-990-7805 READ MORE >
Dear Parents/Guardians, Here are the links for Waldron Area Schools' resources that can be engaging, entertaining, and educational: ixl.com If you need username and password please email me. Also, do not be afraid to explore other grade levels beside your student's level. Science and Social Studies are also included along with Math and Reading... READ MORE >
I hope this finds you healthy and well. This crisis is difficult on so many levels. The unknown will do that to all of us. My son in Florida said that he has woke up with his throat scratchy and asked himself "Do I have the virus?". I laughed with him but I have thought the same thing! Here are some tips that can help us stay mentally and emotionally strong... READ MORE >
Our Spartans just blow us away! So many Spartans are using this time to feed their brains by reading! Our hearts were overwhelmed with all the photos of our Spartans, of all ages, enjoying their favorite books! READ MORE >
Spartans, join us in celebrating spirit week... virtually! We ask all of our Spartans to participate and join in on the fun! Share photos by tagging the school FB page, send to the school FB messenger, or text to 908-652-1103. GO SPARTANS! Please share! READ MORE >
Looking for ways to incorporate music while your students are at home? Check out this awesome site from elementary music teacher, David Row. Ms. Mroczek recommends: Arguing with no words, Lindsey Stirling, Piano Guys, and Awesome Drum Corps (DCI) Show. The movement and dance section is great for our younger elementary students (and cabin fever wiggles)!... READ MORE >
Mrs. Rich is mailing out packets for kindergartners to complete today. Please look for them in the mail. Questions can be directed to Mrs. Rich via Remind or trish.rich@waldronspartans.org. READ MORE >
Mrs. Fether has assigned work for her Biology and Jr High Science classes. Assignments are located in Google Classroom. If you have access to the internet, please complete the assignments. Questions can be emailed to margo.fether@waldronspartans.org. READ MORE >
Click on the link below to be taken to Mrs. Booher's assignments for her history and economics classes.Mrs. Booher's Assignments READ MORE >
Middle and High School students should practice math concepts at home using IXL and Reflex Math websites. These can be accessed on cell phones, Xbox consoles, computers and tablets. Please email Mrs. Jones at lauren.jones@waldronspartans.org for usernames and passwords. Check PowerSchool for these missing assignments as well as the following IXLs recently... READ MORE >
Please try to complete a math page and a phonics page each day and have your child practice reading through one of their books. If there are any questions, please send me a message through Remind and I'll get back to you as soon as possible. READ MORE >
Dear 5th graders, I understand that having this unexpected time off school can be exciting, however, I care about you and do not want you to fall behind in all the learning you have done so far this year. I am sending out a packet of work for you to do while we are not at school (via US mail). This packet WILL BE GRADED once we return to school. Nothing I am... READ MORE >
Dear Spartan Families: In an effort to help keep our students well-nourished and healthy during the school shutdown, we have made plans to distribute food throughout the district at remote locations. The district will provide food to our Waldron Students on the dates and at the times listed below. Although we plan to have enough food, this will be distributed... READ MORE >
We always value the input from our Spartan community. We are asking the community to complete the 2020 Superintendent Survey. It takes less then five minutes to complete. Your feedback assists with the growth of our district and young Spartans! Thank you!Superintendent Leadership Survey READ MORE >
Econ 10: If you read the communism packet and complete the definitions and review questions, you will earn extra credit.Psychology: No assignments.Early American History: Worksheets were sent home for extra credit upon return. History 9 and 11th grades: Cold War packets were sent home for extra credit upon return.Science 8: Continue to work on science projects. READ MORE >
Mrs. Jacobs sent home packets with all the third grade Spartans. She is asking for Spartans to work on them during this time off. The packets do not have to be completed 100%, however please encourage them to complete a couple pages a day. Also remember to read every day! sharon.jacobs@waldronspartans.org READ MORE >
Students can work on IXL's. These can be completed on phones, tablets, or any other electronic device. READ MORE >
Those students with sketchbooks are to keep working in them. They will be due upon return of school. E2020 students should be completing their assignments. READ MORE >
English assignments for all grades 6-12 from March 16-April 6 1. Journal Entries- Students are required to write a journal entry in their composition book each day for the first ten school days we are off. These are a free write, so any topic they choose is fine. Students must write for a minimum of five minutes. I have sent their composition books home with them... READ MORE >
Good Afternoon Spartans! As we all know, the coronavirus is rapidly closing in on the world around us and our school district. While we are not taking drastic measures at this point, we are carefully monitoring the information as it becomes available and following the recommendations of health department officials. In the meantime, we are using more stringent... READ MORE >
This morning our Waldron FFA treated our Spartan staff with breakfast! Thank you, Spartans! It was delicious! READ MORE >
Endorsed by the Waldron Area Schools' Board of Education: the vocational education millage supports Waldron students pursuing careers. Please vote on Tuesday, March 10 from 7:00 A.M. - 8:00 P.M. READ MORE >
Mrs. Booher's science class dissected star fish on Tuesday! The best part, besides the great smell? Finding the stomach! Spartans were surprised how large it was! Most were able to get through the process without the feeling of nausea! READ MORE >
*EXTENDED*The bulk soap fundraiser has been extended to Friday, February 28th! Don't miss out on the savings! Profits benefit the second, third, and Waldron Cheer Spartans! READ MORE >
This week our fourth grade Spartans toured the Michigan State Capital in Lansing! They watched the legislature make and vote on two motions. Our Spartans walked on the glass floor too! They also went to the Michigan Historical Museum! READ MORE >
The Waldron Jr Pro tournament will be held this weekend, February 22-23. Please find the schedule below. Questions can be directed to a players coach or Jon/Sarah Burk. Have a great, competitive and fun weekend!Waldron Junior Pro February 22-23 Saturday, February 22 9:40 A.M: Camden vs Waldron 3rd Grade Boys HS Gym 12:10 P.M: ... READ MORE >
Thank you to the Hillsdale County Sheriff's Office and Williams County Sheriff's Office for helping to keep our school drug free by bringing in the K-9 drug unit this morning! READ MORE >
Today, Principal Ledford took over P.E. class for the hour! Did you know Principal Ledford was a P.E. teacher for many years and a coach? Reliving the glory days! READ MORE >
February 11 is Safer Internet Day. Did you know, more than half of teens have been bullied online? Have a family conversation about the risks and how to be smart and safe. Talk to your Spartans about what sites and apps they are using and who they’re interacting with online. For more information and tools, visit saferinternetday.us and connectsafely.org. You may... READ MORE >
Today our fifth grade Spartans made edible dogs for their reading book, Shiloh! Awesome, Spartans! READ MORE >
We have Waldron FFA Spartans headed to regionals! Our Spartans did a great job Wednesday evening competing. Those who qualified for regionals will be heading to Saline High School on February 12! Join us in congratulating them! ¨ 7th grade conduct of meetings: first place and regional bound ¨ 8th grade conduct of meetings: third place ¨ Kasie Sheffer,... READ MORE >
On Tuesday January 28th the seniors in Personal Finance visited Scott Cremeans at CR Motors of Hudson. He gave us a tour of the showroom and the repair shop and answered our questions about buying a car. We learned about the different facets of leasing a vehicle and the difference in leasing vs. buying a new vehicle. He gave the students advice about what to look... READ MORE >
Our Spartans enrolled in the new small engines course are getting dirty this week! They have to disassemble their small engines and begin identifying the parts. Later this week, they will be quizzed on what they have learned. Keep it up, Spartans! READ MORE >
As January comes to a close, we want to take a moment to thank our Waldron Board of Education members! January is school board recognition month! We appreciate all of their behind the scenes work! The Board also elected their 2020 officers at their January board meeting. Congratulations, officers! President: Dick Storehalder Vice President: Joe Fether Secretary:... READ MORE >
Seniors, Caleb Ghent and Grace Emens, are students in the Cyber Security program at the Hillsdale Area Career Center. They are taking some of the knowledge they have learned and are teaching our elementary Spartans about cyber awareness! Caleb and Grace are teaching Spartans about what is and is not appropriate to share on the internet. They also are asking how... READ MORE >
My Community Dental Centers of Hillsdale delivered dental supplies, including toothbrushes, to our elementary Spartans! Their organization provides dental services to low income and uninsured residents. MCDC also goes out to local communities to educate about oral health and hygiene. We are thankful they chose to think of our Spartans! Keep brushing and flossing,... READ MORE >
Flu season has arrived at Waldron, Spartans. Our cleaning crew have been sanitizing throughout the building and doing extra cleaning. Please remind your Spartan to wash their hands, use tissues and cough in their sleeves. If your child has symptoms such as a fever, chills, headaches, sore throat, or stuffy nose, please inform the Central Office. Thank you! READ MORE >
*EARN A FREE YEARBOOK* Spartans! The annual Yankee Candle Fundraiser, sponsored by the yearbook class, is back! Forms were sent home late last week. You can also order online. Sell $120 worth of products and earn a free 2019-2020 Waldron Area Schools yearbook! Questions can be directed to Rachael Brighton at rachael.brighton@waldronspartans.org. Please share! READ MORE >
Ms. Emily Jones and her upper elementary and middle school Spartans completed their bulletin board today! This is part of their circle of control lesson. Her Spartans came up with all the ideas you see on the bulletin board. They will continue this learning about circle of control for the remainder of January. Great job, Spartans! READ MORE >
On behalf of Jon and Sarah Burk, they would like to thank all the supporters and guests for a fantastic Jr Pro Tournament this past weekend! The turnout was fantastic! Thank you to Nancy Wisehart and family for their generous donation from the bake sale! Thank you to the classes and athletic teams that assisted with coaching, concessions and gate. Most importantly,... READ MORE >
This [past week our third grade Spartans met with Ms. Candace Gardiner for the last time this school year! Ms. Gardiner is the Community Nutrition Instructor from the MSU Extension office. Throughout the school year, Ms. Gardiner educates our third graders about nutrition and maintaining healthy diets and habits. For her last visit, she brought in her smoothie... READ MORE >
Our first grade Spartans learned why snow is white in science this past week. Then they made snowflakes out of glue and wax paper. Ms. Laura Miller Hall proudly displayed them in their classroom window for all to see! READ MORE >
Over the holiday season, our Waldron FFA continued their tradition of making fruit baskets and delivering them to residents in health care facilities. They utilize fruit they purchased from their annual fall fruit and nut sale. Drews Place in Hillsdale is one of the senior facilities they delivered baskets to. READ MORE >
Our Food Services Department is excited to share that our M/HS Spartans will have additional menu options starting January 6th! On Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays, our M/HS Spartans will be offered the regular menu meal or a meal from the a la carte menu. On these specific days, there will either be a salad bar or a nacho bar. This was made possible by high school... READ MORE >
Today, students from Jackson College visited our kindergarten Spartans to educate them about oral health! Kilie Sheffer, Spartan alumni, Lydia, and Jessy are studying to become hygienists. We appreciate them taking the time out to visit and wish them luck as they finish up their coursework in the spring! READ MORE >
Our second grade Spartans are making Christmas cards for children at the children's hospitals that can't make it home for the holidays. Thank you for your compassion, Spartans! READ MORE >
Become a Spartan today! Schedule a time to come and tour our building! Our FFA organization is well-known throughout Michigan. We are a district that implements project based learning as part of our daily routine in the classrooms. Our robotics team has earned top awards at all of their competitions. We offer small sized classrooms to ensure students are receiving... READ MORE >
Read all about Libby Fee in today's edition of the Hillsdale Daily News! Libby is featured in the 2019 Volleyball Dream Team! Way to go, Spartan! "Libby Fee, Jr., Waldron — One of the few players with returning varsity experience, was solid in several spots for the Spartans." READ MORE >
Craig Court made the Hillsdale Daily News "Dream Team Defense!" We are proud of you, Spartan, and look forward to seeing you excel on the basketball court! "Craig Court, Jr., Waldron — A standout both ways for the Spartans, Court’s strength and speed made him a tough player for opposing linemen to block throughout the season." READ MORE >
Join us for the turkey trot on Tuesday, November 26 at 1:00 P.M. It will be held at the football field, weather pending. Watch our elementary students battle it out for a turkey or chicken! Seeking sponsors! Sponsor a turkey for Spartan families in need & turkey trot! Donate $15 and your support will be shown on a label, placed on a turkey. Donations are due by... READ MORE >
Our first grade Spartans met Ms. Hall’s high school track coach from Hudson Area Schools today! Mr. John Enerson visited and read a book by Dr. Seuss to the class. Thank you, Mr. Enerson! READ MORE >
It's finally here! Spirit wear forms are going home with K-5 this week! Check out the new logo designs and apparel that has been added. M/HS students, parents, and community members can pick up a form in the office. Orders are due by November 20th. This ensures they are in just in time for the holidays! Questions can be directed to Heather Boyd or Kelli Williams. READ MORE >
Waldron FFA is now selling apparel! Items include t-shirts, hoodies, long sleeved and crew shirts. Questions can be directed to an FFA member or Margo Fether.T-SHIRTS Small – XL: $12.00 2XL: $13.00 3XL: $14.00 LONG SLEEVE Small – XL: $15.00 2XL: $16.00 3XL: $17.00 ... READ MORE >
The next time you drive by the school, look for the new main office sign! Great job to Mrs. Williams and Mr. Burk for picking it out. Thank you to Mr. Burk and Mr. Bill for attaching it to the wall. Stop in and let us know what you think! READ MORE >
On Monday, Mr. Ledford hosted his first "Coffee Talk" session. This is an informal public forum that allows the community to come in and discuss how to continue making Waldron Area Schools a great place to learn and grow! Thank you to those who came out! If you missed it, you're in luck! Another one will be scheduled for next month!Have questions, suggestions or... READ MORE >
At our October 14 Regular Board of Education meeting, Mike Potts and our Board of Education recognized Wright-Waldron Fire and Ems and volunteer Kris Swartz! Wright-Waldron Fire & EMS were recognized for educating our elementary Spartans on fire prevention. Kris (aka Mimi) was recognized for providing dinner to our teachers and staff at parent/teacher conferences. READ MORE >
Join Jack Ledford on Monday, October 14 for an informal forum/conversation. Let's make Waldron Area Schools a great place to learn and grow! Click on the flyer for details! READ MORE >
On Saturday, Ryan ran a 2 mile course for the first time and placed 99 out of 255 with a time of 14:22! Over forty schools participated. Great job, Spartan! READ MORE >
Join us for "Homecoming 2019!" Our varsity football Spartans are taking on the Burr Oak Bobcats at 7:00 P.M. Homecoming festivities will occur during half time. The winners of the football raffle will also be drawn during half time. Come out and cheer on our Spartans! GO SPARTANS! READ MORE >
Ryan placed placed 22 out of 53 with a time of 11:31 last night at the Jamboree! Ryan ran through rain, mud and a steep hill! Great job, Spartan! READ MORE >
Today, the chicks arrived from Townline Poultry! Interested FFA Spartans will each raise twenty-five chickens and enter their best three chickens in the broiler contest. Check out the link below for additional information regarding the Michigan FFA Broiler Contest!Michigan FFA Broiler Contest READ MORE >
At the Hillsdale Academy Invitational, Ryan placed 17th out of 52 boys with a time of 10:59! **The first time he ran this course he placed 24th out of 60 with a time of 11:46.** He’s such a role model and motivator to others! He improves his time at each meet! Keep soaring, Spartan! READ MORE >
Be sure to head out to fair next week! Make sure to head to the livestock barns and 4-H building to see all the projects our Spartans have been working hard on for the past year. GO SPARTANS! READ MORE >
The American Red Cross shared with our National Honor Society that our school had one of the highest turnouts of donors for our school size that they have seen! Thirty-four donors were present and twenty-nine of those were able to donate. Kudos to our NHS team and Mrs. Booher for recruiting so many students and community members! It was a great turn out. READ MORE >
It is the 18th anniversary of the September 11 attacks. Today, our Spartans remember and discuss the events of September 11th, 2001 and those that followed afterwards. "Even the smallest act of service, the simplest act of kindness, is a way to honor those we lost, a way to reclaim that spirit of unity that followed 9/11." – President Barack Obama READ MORE >
Cross Country Spartan, Ryan Anderson, competed in the Hillsdale Academy Invite on Friday. He did fantastic for his first meet! Ryan placed 24th out of 60 with a time of 11:46!! Fantastic job, Spartan! READ MORE >
This week our fourth and fifth graders learned the scientific method and how to use it when conducting an experiment. The experiment consisted of dropping an egg without breaking it. Students were separated into five groups. They were given one item, such as a balloon, to use to assist in preventing the egg from breaking. Three out of the five groups were... READ MORE >
The Branch-Hillsdale-St. Joseph Community Health Agency located at 20 Care Drive in Hillsdale will be hosting a Saturday immunization clinic from 10am-2pm on September 14th at the Hillsdale office. This clinic is being provided to help parents with busy schedules to get school aged children caught up with their vaccinations. Please call 517-437-7395 ext. 336 to... READ MORE >
Today, our bus drivers held the first bus evacuation drill of the school year. Our Spartans, once again, did an excellent job of practicing how to safely leave the bus in the event of an emergency! Thank you to Jon Burk and our bus drivers for promoting bus safety! READ MORE >
This past week our first through fifth grade teachers and our special education teacher went to the EBLI training in Hudson! They were able to meet and learn from the founder of EBLI, Ms. Nora Chahbazi. What is EBLI and how will it help our young Spartans? Click on the link below to learn about how EBLI can improve reading, writing, comprehension and spelling... READ MORE >
As you walk through our hallways, be sure to look at all of the newly updated bulletin boards! We would like to express our gratitude to Mrs. Anderson! She has spent many hours creating the boards and inspiring our Spartans! READ MORE >
A message from Superintendent Mike Potts: "On behalf of the Waldron Area Schools' Board of Education, administration, staff and students, I thank the voters of our district for the overwhelming positive result at the polls yesterday for the building and site maintenance sinking fund. We await the official count, but all indications are that you have once again... READ MORE >
*WELCOME, SPARTAN* We are excited to announce the addition of Mrs. Chandra Miller! She is our new Student Support Specialist! Mrs. Rohlan has transitioned to the second grade teacher position. Mrs. Miller shared, "I am a recent graduate of Grand Canyon University with a bachelor in Elementary Education. I’ve been married to my husband for 13 years and have four... READ MORE >
We are thrilled to announce that Parrish Evers has joined us as a full time custodian! Parrish has always been a Spartan! He graduated from Waldron in 1989. Parrish has been the PA announcer and Lady Spartans basketball and softball coach since 1994. He worked at the factory here in town from 1995-2006. Parrish is so excited to be at Waldron full time and the... READ MORE >
Need some summer time learning? Go online and play at gonoodle.com/summer. READ MORE >
Hudson Area Schools Summer Lunch ProgramLocated at the Hudson High School Café 771 N. Maple Grove Ave.Hudson MI 49247Monday through Friday 11:00 AM – 1:00 PMStarting June 17th, 2019 through August 23rd, 2019(CLOSED July 4th and 5th)Questions/Concerns please contact: Michell Dunn, FSD at (517) 448-8912 x238/239 or mdunn@hudson.k12.mi.usFree... READ MORE >
LIMITED TAX PLEDGE NOTICE PLEASE TAKE NOTICE that there will be a meeting of the Board of Education of Waldron Area Schools, Hillsdale and Lenawee Counties, Michigan. At said meeting, the Board of Education will consider for approval its proposed State Aid Note (General Obligation - Limited Tax). The proposed State Aid Note (General Obligation - Limited Tax), if... READ MORE >
It sure is hot out there, Spartans! Check out this link that is full of fun science experiments that can be done either inside or outside! Message us pictures of your Spartan's creations!Summer Science Activities READ MORE >
It's time to start shopping for back to school! If you are looking to save on back to school supplies, the Ohio Sales Tax Holiday will take place from Friday, August 2 until Sunday, August 4. Be sure to check the ads of local retailers for sales too! READ MORE >
Churchill Downs and Louisville Sluggers MuseumMrs. DiCenso and her long time teacher friend from Tennessee, took an adventure to Louisville, KY where they learned about the history and culture of the area. Among many of the places they visited, to just a name a few, were the Louisville Sluggers Museum, the famous Churchill Downs where the Kentucky Derby takes... READ MORE >
Supplemental learning is here and ready to use! IXL is an online program that aligns with our standards and allows students to improve upon their math and language arts skills. IXL provides questions that students can answer to test their skills. For example, students learning about basic addition can hop online to see if they can identify which picture... READ MORE >
Our Kindergarten teacher, Mrs. Rich, is excited to share her must read books for this summer! Here are her top summer reads:Dragons Love TacosThe Book with No PicturesWonkey DonkeyAnd Then Comes SummerDon't Let the Pigeon Drive the Bus!Interrupting ChickenRead through all those books? Feel free to contact her for more great read for young minds at... READ MORE >
Great things are happening at the Waldron District Library this summer! Be sure to check out their website, www.waldrondistlib.michlibrary... or Facebook page for a list of summer activities! Happening at the library on June 26th at 3:30 P.M. is the Summer Reading Magic Spectacular event, courtesy of A2Magic! Seating is limited! Don't miss out on this spectacular... READ MORE >
Our current summer hours are Tuesdays and Thursdays between 8AM and 3PM. We will be closed on July 4th. If you need assistance outside these days, please feel free to contact one of the following:Mike Potts, Superintendent: 517-990-7805 or mike.potts@waldronspartans.orgJenn Fether: 286-6251 ext 2 or jenn.fether@waldronspartans.orgKelli Williams: 286-6251 ext 1 or... READ MORE >
We are pleased to share that our school earned close to $600 in Box Top rewards this year! Thank you for clipping and sending them in all year long! Now, there is an easier way to earn Box Tops! Rather than clipping, now all you have to do is scan your receipt! Click on the link below for details. Thank you, Kris Swartz (aka Mimi) for taking on the role of Box Top... READ MORE >
We are beyond excited to show off our fresh, new website with our Spartan community! Additionally, we are thrilled to share that we have our own mobile app! Scroll to the bottom of the web page and select the Google Play or Apple icon and download today! What are some new features?Daily dining menu!Sports schedule that will show live scores of games and will... READ MORE >
On Monday, our kindergartners and first graders visited Spangler Company in Ohio! They were able to see how their favorite candies, like "Dum Dums" are made. Afterwards, they visited a local park to enjoy lunch and play. READ MORE >
First Federal Bank contacted our district asking for opportunities to sponsor events and activities at the school. Today, they delivered $1,500 towards new equipment in the Waldron weight room. They have also promised to contribute more funds in the upcoming years to continue further this effort. We appreciate their generosity and look forward to continuing our... READ MORE >