Tuesday, October 15th

STUDENT NEWS

Students, who signed up to take the PSAT test on Wednesday, Please be in the LRC by 7:35.  If you eat 4^th period lunch you will head to lunch as soon as testing has completed around 11:00.  You will be able to stay in the cafeteria through 5^th period if needed. 

The Lost and Found has many items that need to be claimed, from clothing to water bottles.  Stop by the Intervention Room to claim your lost those items.

Key Club will be meeting every Tuesday morning in A203B at 7:10.  Come learn about how to serve your school and your community through volunteer and leadership opportunities. 

 ACTIVITIES

Students – it’s NOW time to sign up for WINTER SPORTS!!!!  Even if you are currently in a sport and are going to be doing a winter sport – you need to sign up now!!  Come to the Activities Office to make sure you have all of the required paperwork needed to sign up.  Don’t wait until the last day!  The following sports start on November 11^th – Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Bowling, and Men’s Swimming.  The following sports start on November 18^th – Men’s Basketball, Wrestling, and Winter Cheerleading (yes, cheerleaders you need to let us know if you’re switching to winter cheer!!).

Don’t WAIT – get signed up NOW for Winter Sports in the Activities Office!!

Do you have what it takes to CHEER on your RAMS ?  Are you LOUD and PROUD to be a RAM? 

There will be Cheerleading Tryouts to fill spots for the basketball and wrestling season.  You need to stop by the Activities Office to pick up tryout packets that are REQUIRED to be filled out before you can try out.

Tryouts will take place on October 15^th from 3:30-6:00 in the wrestling room.  If you have any questions, stop by the Activities Office or contact Coach Mayberry. 

 COUNSELORS OFFICE 

Seniors ~  College Application Day is this Thursday, October 17^th from 7:35-2:00.  Stop by the counseling office to work on college applications, get your college search started, or work on FAFSA and scholarship applications.  We will have college reps, food, prizes and giveaways available for those that attend.  Please get prior approval from your teachers to attend. 

Juniors & Seniors:  The School Counseling Office will be visiting Kirkwood Community College on November 7^th, grab a permission slip in the Counseling Office if interested. 

Michels Arts and Crafts is now hiring, flexible hours around school schedules. Apply now online, more information in the Counseling Office. 

 

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER INSIDE OF GUIDANCE OFFICE

October 15^th                     10:00 am                Capri Cosmetology College

                                                                        Hawkeye College

                                                                        St. Ambrose

October 16^th                     10:00 am                Hamline University

                                                                        Mount Mercy          

October 17^th                     10:00 am                University of Iowa

October 23^rd                     10:00 am                University of Northern Iowa

October 30^th                     10:00 am                Central College

Monday, October 14th

STUDENT NEWS

The Lost and Found has many items that need to be claimed, from clothing to water bottles.  Stop by the Intervention Room to claim your lost those items.

Key Club will be meeting every Tuesday morning in A203B at 7:10.  Come learn about how to serve your school and your community through volunteer and leadership opportunities. 

ACTIVITIES

Students – it’s NOW time to sign up for WINTER SPORTS!!!!  Even if you are currently in a sport andare going to be doing a winter sport – you need to sign up now!!  Come to the Activities Office to make sure you have all of the required paperwork needed to sign up.  Don’t wait until the last day!  The following sports start on November 11^th – Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Bowling, and Men’s Swimming.  The following sports start on November 18^th – Men’s Basketball, Wrestling, and Winter Cheerleading (yes, cheerleaders you need to let us know if you’re switching to winter cheer!!).

Don’t WAIT – get signed up NOW for Winter Sports in the Activities Office!!

Do you have what it takes to CHEER on your RAMS ?  Are you LOUD and PROUD to be a RAM? 

There will be Cheerleading Tryouts to fill spots for the basketball and wrestling season.  You need to stop by the Activities Office to pick up tryout packets that are REQUIRED to be filled out before you can try out.

Tryouts will take place on October 14^th and 15^th from 3:30-6:00 in the wrestling room.  If you have any questions, stop by the Activities Office or contact Coach Mayberry. 

 COUNSELORS OFFICE

Juniors & Seniors:  The School Counseling Office will be visiting Kirkwood Community College on November 7^th, grab a permission slip in the Counseling Office if interested. 

Michels Arts and Crafts is now hiring, flexible hours around school schedules. Apply now online, more information in the Counseling Office. 

 

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER INSIDE OF GUIDANCE OFFICE

October 15^th                     10:00 am                Capri Cosmetology College

                                                                        Hawkeye College

                                                                        St. Ambrose

October 16^th                     10:00 am                Hamline University

                                                                       Mount Mercy          

October 17^th                     10:00 am                University of Iowa

October 23^rd                     10:00 am                University of Northern Iowa

October 30^th                     10:00 am                Central College

Friday, October 11th

STUDENT NEWS 

The Lost and Found has many items that need to be claimed, from clothing to water bottles.  Stop by the Intervention Room to claim your lost those items.

Key Club will be meeting every Tuesday morning in A203B at 7:10.  Come learn about how to serve your school and your community through volunteer and leadership opportunities. 

Are you interested in visiting the Shedd Aquarium and Millenium Park in Chicago next Monday October 14th? There are still spots available. See Mr. Kohl in room A203D for your permission slip. Trip includes admission to all aquarium exhibits, the dolphin show, and 4D movie! Permission slips and payment are due this Friday. All seats are first come first serve! Don't miss out on this great opportunity. 

The Discovery Club will be traveling to Maquoketa Caves this Sunday, October 13th from noon to 3:30pm.  Cave exploring, hiking, nature investigations, and fun will be the name of the game.  Come and join us.  Details will be available at 7:15am on Thursdays in B233.  Come and get a permission form.  

  

ACTIVITIES

Students – it’s NOW time to sign up for WINTER SPORTS!!!!  Even if you are currently in a sport and are going to be doing a winter sport – you need to sign up now!!  Come to the Activities Office to make sure you have all of the required paperwork needed to sign up.  Don’t wait until the last day!  The following sports start on November 11^th – Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Bowling, and Men’s Swimming.  The following sports start on November 18^th – Men’s Basketball, Wrestling, and Winter Cheerleading (yes, cheerleaders you need to let us know if you’re switching to winter cheer!!).

Don’t WAIT – get signed up NOW for Winter Sports in the Activities Office!!

Do you have what it takes to CHEER on your RAMS ?  Are you LOUD and PROUD to be a RAM? 

There will be Cheerleading Tryouts to fill spots for the basketball and wrestling season.  You need to stop by the Activities Office to pick up tryout packets that are REQUIRED to be filled out before you can try out.

Tryouts will take place on October 14^th and 15^th from 3:30-6:00 in the wrestling room.  If you have any questions, stop by the Activities Office or contact Coach Mayberry. 

 COUNSELORS OFFICE

Juniors & Seniors:  The School Counseling Office will be visiting Kirkwood Community College on November 7^th, grab a permission slip in the Counseling Office if interested. 

Michels Arts and Crafts is now hiring, flexible hours around school schedules. Apply now online, more information in the Counseling Office. 

 

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER INSIDE OF GUIDANCE OFFICE

October 15^th                     10:00 am                Capri Cosmetology College

                                                                       Hawkeye College

                                                                       St. Ambrose

October 16^th                     10:00 am                Hamline University

                                                                       Mount Mercy          

October 17^th                     10:00 am                University of Iowa

October 23^rd                     10:00 am                University of Northern Iowa

October 30^th                     10:00 am                Central College

Wednesday, October 9th

STUDENT NEWS

Key Club will be meeting every Tuesday morning in A203B at 7:10.  Come learn about how to serve your school and your community through volunteer and leadership opportunities. 

Are you interested in visiting the Shedd Aquarium and Millenium Park in Chicago next Monday October 14th? There are still spots available. See Mr. Kohl in room A203D for your permission slip. Trip includes admission to all aquarium exhibits, the dolphin show, and 4D movie! Permission slips and payment are due this Friday. All seats are first come first serve! Don't miss out on this great opportunity. 

The Discovery Club will be traveling to Maquoketa Caves on Sunday, October 13th from noon to 3:30pm.  Cave exploring, hiking, nature investigations, and fun will be the name of the game.  Come and join us.  Details will be available at 7:15am on Thursdays in B233.  Come and get a permission form.  

ACTIVITIES

Students – it’s NOW time to sign up for WINTER SPORTS!!!!  Even if you are currently in a sport and are going to be doing a winter sport – you need to sign up now!!  Come to the Activities Office to make sure you have all of the required paperwork needed to sign up.  Don’t wait until the last day!  The following sports start on November 11^th – Women’s Basketball, Men’s and Women’s Bowling, and Men’s Swimming.  The following sports start on November 18^th – Men’s Basketball, Wrestling, and Winter Cheerleading (yes, cheerleaders you need to let us know if you’re switching to winter cheer!!).

Don’t WAIT – get signed up NOW for Winter Sports in the Activities Office!!

Do you have what it takes to CHEER on your RAMS ?  Are you LOUD and PROUD to be a RAM? 

There will be Cheerleading Tryouts to fill spots for the basketball and wrestling season.  You need to stop by the Activities Office to pick up tryout packets that are REQUIRED to be filled out before you can try out.

Tryouts will take place on October 14^th and 15^th from 3:30-6:00 in the wrestling room.  If you have any questions, stop by the Activities Office or contact Coach Mayberry. 

COUNSELORS OFFICE

Juniors & Seniors:  The School Counseling Office will be visiting Kirkwood Community College on November 7^th, grab a permission slip in the Counseling Office if interested. 

Michels Arts and Crafts is now hiring, flexible hours around school schedules. Apply now online, more information in the Counseling Office. 

 

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER INSIDE OF GUIDANCE OFFICE

October 10^th                     10:00 am                 Cornell College

October 15^th                     10:00 am                Capri Cosmetology College

                                                                        Hawkeye College

                                                                       St. Ambrose

October 16^th                     10:00 am                Hamline University

                                                                       Mount Mercy          

October 17^th                     10:00 am                University of Iowa

October 23^rd                     10:00 am                University of Northern Iowa

October 29^th                     10:00 am                Central College

Thursday, October 3rd

STUDENT NEWS

Are you interested in joining the Battle of the books team?  We have made it to State three out of the last four years and are looking to go to Marshalltown again this year!  We will have an informational meeting in the library on Tuesday October 8^th at 7:15, or stop by and talk with Mrs. Bontemps for more information. 

Beginning Monday, October 7th we will be selling additional yearbooks on a first come first serve basis.  We have a VERY limited number of 8 yearbooks available to sell.  You may come before school on Monday beginning at 7:15 to purchase.  Please note that we do not have a waiting list.

Rams, Homecoming is here! 

•Todays dress up day is Spirit Out so wear your Ram Fam gear! The Homecoming assembly will start at 11 in Nora gym. The homecoming parade will begin at 1:30 downtown. Thursday night is the Powerpuff games! Freshmen vs. Sophomore game will start at 7:00pm and the Junior vs. Senior game will begin right after the first game is finished. Don't forget that the Happi Hibachi food truck will arrive at 6:00pm!

THURSDAY HOMECOMING SCHEDULE

Period-1     7:35-7:59

Period-2    8:04-8:28

Period-3    8:33-8:57

                          Period-4/5 & 5/6    9:02-9:26

                          Period-6/7 & 7/8    9:31-9:54

 Period-9      9:59-10:22

Period-10   10:27-10:50

Assembly   11:00-12:05

Lunch        12:10-12:30

                                       Parade 1:30      

Homecoming Tickets are $15 for SENIOR students only at the door.  All students MUST be in the dance by 8:00pm. Be sure to Bring your ID.

If you are a junior and interested in taking the PSAT this year, there is still time to sign-up.  You will need to bring $17 in cash/or check made out to Dubuque Senior High School to the Business Office by the end of the day on October 7^th.  You will receive a receipt, which you will take to the Counseling Office to sign up.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Rupp Counseling Office. 

The Discovery Club will be traveling to Maquoketa Caves on Sunday, October 13th from noon to 3:30pm.  Cave exploring, hiking, nature investigations, and fun will be the name of the game.  Come and join us.  Details will be available at 7:15am on Thursdays in B233.  Come and get a permission form.  

Juniors & Seniors:  We have 30 spots left on the University of Northern Iowa Tour on October 10.  Sign up as soon as possible in the Counseling Office.

 

Announcements Oct 2nd

STUDENT NEWS

Beginning Monday, October 7th we will be selling additional yearbooks on a first come first serve basis.  We have a VERY limited number of 8 yearbooks available to sell.  You may come before school on Monday beginning at7:15 to purchase.  Please note that we do not have a waiting list.

Rams, Homecoming week is here!  Here is what you need to know for the week!

•Tuesdays dress up day will be Sock Hop where you wear your wacky socks. The morning of we will also be having donuts in the cafeteria from 7:00-7:30am.

•Wednesdays dress up day will be Back to the Future where you wear trends that are coming back! There will be no night events Wednesday night.

•Thursdays dress up day will be a Spirit Out so wear your Ram Fam gear! The Homecoming assembly will start at 11 in Nora gym. The homecoming parade will begin at 1:30 downtown. Thursday night is the Powerpuff games! Freshmen vs. Sophomore game will startat 7:00pm and the Junior vs. Senior game will begin right after the first game is finished. Don't forget that the Happi Hibachi food truck will arrive at 6:00pm!

THURSDAY HOMECOMING SCHEDULE

Period-1     7:35-7:59

Period-2    8:04-8:28

Period-3    8:33-8:57

                          Period-4/5 & 5/6    9:02-9:26

                          Period-6/7 & 7/8    9:31-9:54

 Period-9      9:59-10:22

Period-10   10:27-10:50

Assembly   11:00-12:05

Lunch        12:10-12:30

                                       Parade 1:30      

Homecoming tickets are on sale now. Guest tickets will be on sale until Wednesday, October 2, 3:00pm. Tickets are $10 for students and $20 for the student and their guest. Tickets are $15 for Senior students only at the door. Must be in the dance by 8:00pm. Be sure to Bring your ID.

To clarify a few points regarding the sale of Homecoming Tickets.

1.  Tickets will be sold 7:00am until 7:30am each morning and 2:20-3:00 in the afternoon.
2.  Tickets will be sold in the cafeteria next Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday during all three lunches.
3. Tickets will NOT be sold during class time or SUPPORT TIME.  Please do not send students to the Business Office, they will be sent back. 

If you are a junior and interested in taking the PSAT this year, there is still time to sign-up.  You will need to bring $17 in cash/or check made out to Dubuque Senior High School to the Business Office by the end of the day on October 7^th.  You will receive a receipt, which you will take to the Counseling Office to sign up.  If you have any questions, please contact Ms. Rupp Counseling Office. 

The Discovery Club will be traveling to Maquoketa Caves on Sunday, October 13th from noon to 3:30pm.  Cave exploring, hiking, nature investigations, and fun will be the name of the game.  Come and join us.  Details will be available at 7:15am on Thursdays in B233.  Come and get a permission form.  

Juniors & Seniors:  We have 30 spots left on the University of Northern Iowa Tour on October 10.  Sign up as soon as possible in the Counseling Office.