Friday, February 26, 2010

Monday, March 1st

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

SADIE HAWKINS
Tickets are on sale in the business office for $6.00 per ticket. All guests need to be signed upin the business office prior to the dance. Dance Starts at 8:30pm-11:00pm. Pictures begin at 5:30pm in the indoor track.

Sadies Days of the Week:
Monday--Comfy Day
Tuesday--Jelly Bean Day
Wednesday--Favorite Sport Team Day
Thursday—Tie Dye Day
Friday—Daisy Mae Day

Thursday, February 25, 2010

Thursday, February 25, 2010

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

CONGRATULATIONS

After returning from the State Leadership Conference in Cedar Rapids, February 21-23, a record setting 9 students are state champs and a total of 14 students earned the privilege of representing Iowa in May.

Kim Boxleiter State Champ in Java Programming

Allison Boyes State Officer

Steve Broihahn State Champ in Legal Office Procedures

Trisha Broihahn State Champ in Video Production Team

Angela Dani Prepared Speech

Molly Glynn State Champ in Medical Office Procedures

Ben Martin State Champ in Video Production Team

Mitch McElmeel State Champ in Video Production Team

Andy Salwolke State Champ in Video Production Team

Abby Schreiber State Champ in Desktop Publishing

Joe Schueller Fundamental Word Processing and Basic Office Systems and Procedures

Megan Theis State Champ in Fundamental Accounting

Ellen Vaassen State Vice President for 2010-2010

Emily Weig Legal Office Procedures and Prepared Speech

Great job representing Senior High’s Business Department.

SADIE HAWKINS

Tickets are on sale in the business office for $6.00 per ticket. All guests need to be signed upin the business office prior to the dance. Dance Starts at 8:30pm-11:00pm. Pictures begin at 5:30pm in the indoor track.

Sadies Days of the Week:

Monday--Comfy Day

Tuesday--Jelly Bean Day

Wednesday--Favorite Sport Team Day

Thursday—Tie Dye Day

Friday—Daisy Mae Day

CHEERLEADING

Good Luck to the Varsity Cheerleading Squad this Sunday, February 28th. They will be competing in the All Iowa Open Competition at 10:0am at the Five Flags Civic Center. Good Luck Team!

Wednesday, February 24, 2010

Wednesday, February 24th

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

COLLEGE VISITS
Luther College – Today at 10:15.

INTRAMURALS CONGRATULATIONS
Ty Soy and Dylan Merritt won the Intramural Double’s Badminton Tournament, congratulations. Coming up next for Intramurals, is 3 on 3 Basketball on Thursday February 25th in the Little Gym right after school. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible. Thanks!!

CONGRATULATIONS
After returning from the State Leadership Conference in Cedar Rapids, February 21-23, a record setting 9 students are state champs and a total of 14 students earned the privilege of representing Iowa in May.

Kim Boxleiter State Champ in Java Programming
Allison Boyes State Officer
Steve Broihahn State Champ in Legal Office Procedures
Trisha Broihahn State Champ in Video Production Team
Angela Dani Prepared Speech
Molly Glynn State Champ in Medical Office Procedures
Ben Martin State Champ in Video Production Team
Mitch McElmeel State Champ in Video Production Team
Andy Salwolke State Champ in Video Production Team
Abby Schreiber State Champ in Desktop Publishing
Joe Schueller Fundamental Word Processing and Basic Office Systems and Procedures
Megan Theis State Champ in Fundamental Accounting
Ellen Vaassen State Vice President for 2010-2010
Emily Weig Legal Office Procedures and Prepared Speech

Great job representing Senior High’s Business Department.

Tuesday February 23, 2010

STUDENTS: If you did not get your ID stamped for Renaissance last week, then you need to stop in the AP office asap. You will not be able to get into the Lounge without your ID stamped for 2nd quarter. Do not wait until it's time to go to a dance or exempt for a test. Show up with your ID and receive a stamp, incentive card, pen and maybe a t-shirt.

COLLEGE VISIT: The following colleges will be here in the Guidance Office:

February 23rd – University of Dubuque @ 8:30 a.m.
Kirkwood @ 10:15 a.m.

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

CONGRATULATIONS to Ty Soy and Dylan Merritt on winning the Intramural Double’s Badminton Tournament. Coming up next for Intramurals, is 3 on 3 Basketball on Thurs. Feb. 25th in the Little gym right after school. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible. Thanks!

COLLEGE VISITS
University of Dubuque – February 23, 8:30.
Luther College – February 25, 10:15.

INTRAMURALS
Congratulations to Ty Soy and Dyalan Merrit on winning the Intramural Double’s Badminton Tournament. Coming up next for Intratmurals, is 3 on 3 Basketball on Thursday February 25th in the Little Gym right after school. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible. Thanks!

Monday, February 22, 2010

Tuesday February 23, 2010

STUDENTS: If you did not get your ID stamped for Renaissance last week, then you need to stop in the AP office asap. You will not be able to get into the Lounge without your ID stamped for 2nd quarter. Do not wait until it's time to go to a dance or exempt for a test. Show up with your ID and receive a stamp, incentive card, pen and maybe a t-shirt.

COLLEGE VISIT: The following colleges will be here in the Guidance Office:

February 23rd – University of Dubuque @ 8:30 a.m.
Kirkwood @ 10:15 a.m.

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

CONGRATULATIONS to Ty Soy and Dylan Merritt on winning the Intramural Double’s Badminton Tournament. Coming up next for Intramurals, is 3 on 3 Basketball on Thurs. Feb. 25th in the Little gym right after school. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible. Thanks!

COLLEGE VISITS
University of Dubuque – February 23, 8:30.
Luther College – February 25, 10:15.

INTRAMURALS
Congratulations to Ty Soy and Dyalan Merrit on winning the Intramural Double’s Badminton Tournament. Coming up next for Intratmurals, is 3 on 3 Basketball on Thursday February 25th in the Little Gym right after school. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible. Thanks!

Monday, February 8, 2010

Tuesday, February 9, 2010

DISCOVERY CLUB: The Discovery Club will go snowshoeing this Saturday, so sign up with Ms. Pfohl or Mrs. Koch this Thursday at the Discovery Club meeting. See you at 7:15 in B-249.

STUDENTS: If you did not get your ID stamped for Renaissance last week, then you need to stop in the AP office asap. You will not be able to get into the Lounge without your ID stamped for 2nd quarter. Do not wait until it's time to go to a dance or exempt for a test. Show up with your ID and receive a stamp, incentive card, pen and maybe a t-shirt.

COLLEGE VISIT: The following colleges will be here in the Guidance Office:

February 11th - University of Wisc. Platteville @ 1:35 p.m.
February 17th – NICC @ 10:15 a.m.
February 23rd – University of Dubuque @ 8:30 a.m.
Kirkwood @ 10:15 a.m.

INTRAMURAL DOUBLE'S BADMINTON TOURNAMENT: The Intramural Double's Badminton Tournament has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18th at 2:30 in the Nora Gym. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible.

MEN’S TRACK AND FIELD: Thursday, February 11th in the Library at 2:45 p.m. Make sure you have your practice permit. Snow make-up date is Friday, February 12th.

DISCOVERY CLUB: Come join the Discovery Club as we go snowshoeing at Swiss Valley Park on Saturday, February 13th. Come and discover the coolest way to stay warm in the winter!

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Stop by Guidance to pick up your ‘Senior Application’. This application makes you eligible for the scholarships that are awarded to the Seniors at the annual “Senior Awards Assembly” that is in May. The return deadline is Monday February 15th.

BUS TO STATE MEET: Saturday, February 13th, the Men’s Swim State Meet will be held in Marshalltown. We would like to line up a fan bus to go to the State Meet to cheer on the Rams to another State title. The cost of the bus and a ticket is $30.00. If you are interested in taking the bus to the Men’s State Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb., 13th, please bring an envelope to the Activity Office with your name on it and exactly $30.00 in it. The deadline will be noon Thursday, Feb. 11th.

EARLY RELEASE WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 10th:

• Period 1 7:40 - 8:12
• Period 2 8:17 - 8:49
• Period 3 8:54 - 9:26
• Period 4 9:31 - 10:03
• Period 5 10:08 - 10:40
• Period 6 10:45 - 11:17
• Period 7 11:22 - 11:55
• LUNCH 11:55 – 12:20

Friday, February 5, 2010

Monday, February 8, 2010

INTRAMURAL DOUBLE'S BADMINTON TOURNAMENT: The Intramural Double's Badminton Tournament has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18th at 2:30 in the Nora Gym. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible.

MEN’S TRACK AND FIELD: Thursday, February 11th in the Library at 2:45 p.m. Make sure you have your practice permit. Snow make-up date is Friday, February 12th.

DISCOVERY CLUB: Come join the Discovery Club as we go snowshoeing at Swiss Valley Park on Saturday, February 13th. Come and discover the coolest way to stay warm in the winter!

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Stop by Guidance to pick up your ‘Senior Application’. This application makes you eligible for the scholarships that are awarded to the Seniors at the annual “Senior Awards Assembly” that is in May. The return deadline is Monday February 15th.

BUS TO STATE MEET: Saturday, February 13th, the Men’s Swim State Meet will be held in Marshalltown. We would like to line up a fan bus to go to the State Meet to cheer on the Rams to another State title. The cost of the bus and a ticket is $30.00. If you are interested in taking the bus to the Men’s State Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb., 13th, please bring an envelope to the Activity Office with your name on it and exactly $30.00 in it. The deadline will be noon Thursday, Feb. 11th.

Thursday, February 4, 2010

Friday, February, 5, 2010

INTRAMURAL DOUBLE'S BADMINTON TOURNAMENT: The Intramural Double's Badminton Tournament has been rescheduled for Thursday, Feb. 18th at 2:30 in the Nora Gym. Please sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible.

MEN’S TRACK AND FIELD: Thursday, February 11th in the Library at 2:45 p.m. Make sure you have your practice permit. Snow make-up date is Friday, February 12th.

DISCOVERY CLUB: Come join the Discovery Club as we go snowshoeing at Swiss Valley Park on Saturday, February 13th. Come and discover the coolest way to stay warm in the winter!

WENDY’S/AMERICAN TRUST MEN’S BASKETBALL CLASSIC: Saturday the Wendy’s/American Trust Men’s Basketball Classic will be held. As part of the Classic, the Ram sophomore team will play Madison LaFollette at 5:45 p.m. at Hempstead. There will be no admission for this game. The varsity men’s team will play LaFollette at 8:00 p.m. at Loras College and admission for students will be $4.00. This price is good for all day, which includes six games, with the first game at Loras starting at 11:15 a.m. So, six games for the price of one.

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Stop by Guidance to pick up your ‘Senior Application’. This application makes you eligible for the scholarships that are awarded to the Seniors at the annual “Senior Awards Assembly” that is in May. The return deadline is Monday February 15th.

BUS TO STATE MEET: Saturday, February 13th, the Men’s Swim State Meet will be held in Marshalltown. We would like to line up a fan bus to go to the State Meet to cheer on the Rams to another State title. The cost of the bus and a ticket is $30.00. If you are interested in taking the bus to the Men’s State Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb., 13th, please bring an envelope to the Activity Office with your name on it and exactly $30.00 in it. The deadline will be noon Thursday, Feb. 11th.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR STUDIES? AmeriCorps Volunteers are available in the School Counseling Office Monday - Thursday until 3:00. They are also available during the day at specific times (see your School Counselor for schedule). This gives you the opportunity to come during your study hall or free time for extra help. AmeriCorps Volunteers are college students that take time out of their day to come help mentor and tutor students in need. Please see your School Counselor to set up a time that works for you to keep those grades up!

Wednesday, February 3, 2010

Thursday, February 4, 2010

DISCOVERY CLUB: Come join the Discovery Club as we go snowshoeing at Swiss Valley Park on Saturday, February 13th. We will give all the details at our Thursday morning meeting in B-249 at 7:15. Come and discover the coolest way to stay warm in the winter!

WENDY’S/AMERICAN TRUST MEN’S BASKETBALL CLASSIC: This Saturday, the Wendy’s/American Trust Men’s Basketball Classic will be held. As part of the Classic, the Ram sophomore team will play Madison LaFollette at 5:45 p.m. at Hempstead. There will be no admission for this game. The varsity men’s team will play LaFollette at 8:00 p.m. at Loras College and admission for students will be $4.00. This price is good for all day, which includes six games, with the first game at Loras starting at 11:15 a.m. So, six games for the price of one.

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

BADMINTON: Everyone get ready for Intramural Double's Badminton on Tues. Feb. 9th in the Nora Gym, right after school. Sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible to reserve your teams spot.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Stop by Guidance to pick up your ‘Senior Application’. This application makes you eligible for the scholarships that are awarded to the Seniors at the annual “Senior Awards Assembly” that is in May. The return deadline is Monday February 15th.

BUS TO STATE MEET: Saturday, February 13th, the Men’s Swim State Meet will be held in Marshalltown. We would like to line up a fan bus to go to the State Meet to cheer on the Rams to another State title. The cost of the bus and a ticket is $30.00. If you are interested in taking the bus to the Men’s State Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb., 13th, please bring an envelope to the Activity Office with your name on it and exactly $30.00 in it. The deadline will be noon Thursday, Feb. 11th.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR STUDIES? AmeriCorps Volunteers are available in the School Counseling Office Monday - Thursday until 3:00. They are also available during the day at specific times (see your School Counselor for schedule). This gives you the opportunity to come during your study hall or free time for extra help. AmeriCorps Volunteers are college students that take time out of their day to come help mentor and tutor students in need. Please see your School Counselor to set up a time that works for you to keep those grades up!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

Wednesday, February, 3, 2010

RENAISSANCE PROGRAM: Congratulations to all 829 students that qualified for the Renaissance Program. ALL STUDENTS need to check in at the Renaissance table in the cafeteria TODAY to see if they qualify for the Renaissance Program. Do not wait until it is dance time or time to exempt for semester test, you need to get your ID stamped now. Depending on the level you achieved, you will receive a Renaissance pen, a stamp on your ID, a Renaissance incentive card (containing several discounts and freebies) and a t-shirt if you did not receive one for this school year.

WENDY’S/AMERICAN TRUST MEN’S BASKETBALL CLASSIC: This Saturday, the Wendy’s/American Trust Men’s Basketball Classic will be held. As part of the Classic, the Ram sophomore team will play Madison LaFollette at 5:45 p.m. at Hempstead. There will be no admission for this game. The varsity men’s team will play LaFollette at 8:00 p.m. at Loras College and admission for students will be $4.00. This price is good for all day, which includes six games, with the first game at Loras starting at 11:15 a.m. So, six games for the price of one.

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

BADMINTON: Everyone get ready for Intramural Double's Badminton on Tues. Feb. 9th in the Nora Gym, right after school. Sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible to reserve your teams spot.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Stop by Guidance to pick up your ‘Senior Application’. This application makes you eligible for the scholarships that are awarded to the Seniors at the annual “Senior Awards Assembly” that is in May. The return deadline is Monday February 15th.

BUS TO STATE MEET: Saturday, February 13th, the Men’s Swim State Meet will be held in Marshalltown. We would like to line up a fan bus to go to the State Meet to cheer on the Rams to another State title. The cost of the bus and a ticket is $30.00. If you are interested in taking the bus to the Men’s State Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb., 13th, please bring an envelope to the Activity Office with your name on it and exactly $30.00 in it. The deadline will be noon Thursday, Feb. 11th.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR STUDIES? AmeriCorps Volunteers are available in the School Counseling Office Monday - Thursday until 3:00. They are also available during the day at specific times (see your School Counselor for schedule). This gives you the opportunity to come during your study hall or free time for extra help. AmeriCorps Volunteers are college students that take time out of their day to come help mentor and tutor students in need. Please see your School Counselor to set up a time that works for you to keep those grades up!

Monday, February 1, 2010

Senior Colorguard Takes Top Honors

Congratulations to the Senior Colorguard on their outstanding performances this weekend at the Marching Auxiliaries Regional Competition held at Southeast Polk High School!

Soloists all earned Superior Ratings. 
Eden Frey - Best In Show - 1st Place
Lara Dement - 1st Runner Up
Josie McClain - 2nd Runner Up
Courtney Lytle - 3rd Runner Up
Hayley Hubbel - 4th Runner Up


Team Performances
Colorguard - Flag/Rifle - King of the World - Superior Rating, High Point, Best In Class, Choreography Awards

Colorguard - Winterguard - Night of the Dancing Flame - Superior Rating, High Point, Best In Class, Choreography Awards

Novelty - Cartoon Hero (body bags) - Superior Rating, High Point Awards

Great job!

Tuesday, February 2, 2010

RENAISSANCE PROGRAM: Congratulations to all 829 students that qualified for the Renaissance Program. ALL STUDENTS need to check in at the Renaissance table in the cafeteria TODAY and Wednesday 3rd, to see if they qualify for the Renaissance Program. Do not wait until it is dance time or time to exempt for semester test, you need to get your ID stamped now. Depending on the level you achieved, you will receive a Renaissance pen, a stamp on your ID, a Renaissance incentive card (containing several discounts and freebies) and a t-shirt if you did not receive one for this school year.

WENDY’S/AMERICAN TRUST MEN’S BASKETBALL CLASSIC: This Saturday, the Wendy’s/American Trust Men’s Basketball Classic will be held. As part of the Classic, the Ram sophomore team will play Madison LaFollette at 5:45 p.m. at Hempstead. There will be no admission for this game. The varsity men’s team will play LaFollette at 8:00 p.m. at Loras College and admission for students will be $4.00. This price is good for all day, which includes six games, with the first game at Loras starting at 11:15 a.m. So, six games for the price of one.

SUMMER JOBS: Part-time summer jobs are available through the Leisure Services Dept. Great way to make money and have fun this summer. Check out the job posting on the Guidance bulletin board or stop in Guidance for info.

BADMINTON: Everyone get ready for Intramural Double's Badminton on Tues. Feb. 9th in the Nora Gym, right after school. Sign up your teams with Ms. Borgwardt as soon as possible to reserve your teams spot.

ATTENTION SENIORS: Stop by Guidance to pick up your ‘Senior Application’. This application makes you eligible for the scholarships that are awarded to the Seniors at the annual “Senior Awards Assembly” that is in May. The return deadline is Monday February 15th.

BUS TO STATE MEET: Saturday, February 13th, the Men’s Swim State Meet will be held in Marshalltown. We would like to line up a fan bus to go to the State Meet to cheer on the Rams to another State title. The cost of the bus and a ticket is $30.00. If you are interested in taking the bus to the Men’s State Swim Meet on Saturday, Feb., 13th, please bring an envelope to the Activity Office with your name on it and exactly $30.00 in it. The deadline will be noon Thursday, Feb. 11th.

NEED HELP WITH YOUR STUDIES? AmeriCorps Volunteers are available in the School Counseling Office Monday - Thursday until 3:00. They are also available during the day at specific times (see your School Counselor for schedule). This gives you the opportunity to come during your study hall or free time for extra help. AmeriCorps Volunteers are college students that take time out of their day to come help mentor and tutor students in need. Please see your School Counselor to set up a time that works for you to keep those grades up!