Monday, November 3, 2014

There will be a wrestling organizational meeting on Thursday November November 6th.

Wrestling Meeting

November 6th at @ 2:30
In the Wrestling Room
Anyone interested in becoming a wrestler or manager.
Come meet the new Coaching Staff.
Be ready to have some fun.

RENAISSANCE ALERT: Renaissance students if…If…IF you plan on exempting from a Semester Test Final you must…Must…MUST have your ID Stamped no later than Wednesday, November 26th. Repeat: ID stamped no later than November 26th

The upper room will meet on Monday’s at 7:00 in the gym lobby. Come join us to play some games and pray.

Attention all Seniors, On November 5th 10:00 A.M. we will be holding a Senior class meeting in Nora Gymnasium , at that time Lifetouch will also be taking the class picture. Order forms can be picked up in the Main Office and MUST be turned in before the day of pictures.

There will be an informational meeting for WOMEN’S BASKETBALL on Wednesday, November 5th at 2:45 pm in Room B149. Anyone who is taking the impact concussion test that day, please come to the meeting as soon as you are finished.

Reminder for all you snow lovers – Sundown is having a Job Fair tomorrow from 9 – Noon at Sundown.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

Attached is the schedule for next Tuesday and Wednesday’s ITP testing.

Tuesday, November 4th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 1st Period
1:17 – 1:46 2nd Period
1:51 - 2:20 3rd Period

Wednesday, November 5th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 4th Period
1:17 – 1:46 6th Period
1:51 - 2:20 7th Period

Friday, October 31, 2014

GOOD LUCK TO THE VARSITY CHEERLEADING TEAM IN DES MOINES ON SATURDAY FOR THERE IOWA STATE CHEERLEADING COMPETITION.. GOOD LUCK GIRLS.

Please join the School Counseling Office in CONGRATULATING the following 11th grade students who were named to the Top 100 Leaders in the Dubuque area for the Dubuque Area Youth Leadership Council Youth Salute; they are being recognized for their leadership both in our school and in the community:

Baumhover, Alyssa           Mauss, Josh
Brondyke, Caroline          Olson, Magaret
Fetzer, Matt                       Pfab, Samantha
Grawe, Andrew                Viertel, Jenna
Herber, Alexia                  Zentz, Katina
Kramer, Katie                   Zepeski, Laura
Krause, Cody

On October 1st, Model UN students attended the Regional Iowa Youth Symposium and 5 of our students were selected to attend the Iowa Youth Symposium at the Capitol building in Des Moines. These five students, Jared Ensign, Pooja Patel, Hannah Schmitt, Naomi Brehm, and Aleisha Norton attended the state conference last week and did amazingly well. Aleisha Norton was named Outstanding Delegate which is awarded to only 8 of the students who attend this conference. Please congratulate her success!

RENAISSANCE ALERT: Renaissance students if…If…IF you plan on exempting from a Semester Test Final you must…Must…MUST have your ID Stamped no later than Wednesday, November 26th. Repeat: ID stamped no later than November 26th

The upper room will meet on Monday’s at 7:00 in the gym lobby. Come join us to play some games and pray.

Attention all Seniors, On November 5th 10:00 A.M. we will be holding a Senior class meeting in Nora Gymnasium , at that time Lifetouch will also be taking the class picture. Order forms can be picked up in the Main Office and MUST be turned in before the day of pictures.

There will be an informational meeting for WOMEN’S BASKETBALL on Wednesday, November 5th at 2:45 pm in Room B149. Anyone who is taking the impact concussion test that day, please come to the meeting as soon as you are finished.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

Attached is the schedule for next Tuesday and Wednesday’s ITP testing.

Tuesday, November 4th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 1st Period
1:17 – 1:46 2nd Period
1:51 - 2:20 3rd Period

Wednesday, November 5th
7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 4th Period
1:17 – 1:46 6th Period
1:51 - 2:20 7th Period

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Thursday, October 30, 2014

Attention Winter-Sport Student Athletes

Are you planning on going out for a Winter Sport – Men’s or Women’s Basketball, Men’s or Women’s Bowling, Wrestling, or Men’s Swimming?

You NEED to stop in the Activities Office before or after school to sign up and make sure you have all of the required paperwork on file. Even if you have done one of these sports in the past, you NEED to come to the Activities Office and let them know you are going to participate.

On October 1st, Model UN students attended the Regional Iowa Youth Symposium and 5 of our students were selected to attend the Iowa Youth Symposium at the Capitol building in Des Moines. These five students, Jared Ensign, Pooja Patel, Hannah Schmitt, Naomi Brehm, and Aleisha Norton attended the state conference last week and did amazingly well. Aleisha Norton was named Outstanding Delegate which is awarded to only 8 of the students who attend this conference. Please congratulate her success!

IM 3v3 Basketball Tournament Results

Winners: K-Swiss Allstars

Jayden Davis
Derek Noel
Justin Blackman
Mateja Masic

Battling through a pool of sixteen teams, the K-Swiss Allstars reigned supreme. Congratulate our newest IM Champions and check out their sweet new Senior IM Champion T-Shirts.

RENAISSANCE ALERT: Renaissance students if…If…IF you plan on exempting from a Semester Test Final you must…Must…MUST have your ID Stamped no later than Wednesday, November 26th. Repeat: ID stamped no later than November 26th

The upper room will meet on Monday’s at 7:00 in the gym lobby. Come join us to play some games and pray.

Students--Do you need help with homework, someone to help you study for a test or quiz or just a quiet place to study? FAST is the program for you. FAST (Friday Academic Support Time) is every Friday from 7:30-8:30 AM in the Senior Library. Please stop in the plans room (right next to the assistant principal's office) to sign up.

Attention all Seniors, On November 5th we will be holding a Senior class meeting in Nora Gymnasium , at that time Lifetouch will also be taking the class picture. Order forms can be picked up in the Main Office and MUST be turned in before the day of pictures.

There will be an Informational Meeting for anyone interested in going out for the Men’s and Women’s Bowling Team on today at 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

There will be an informational meeting for WOMEN’S BASKETBALL on Wednesday, November 5th at 2:45 pm in Room B149. Anyone who is taking the impact concussion test that day, please come to the meeting as soon as you are finished.

There will be an informational meeting for anyone planning on going out for the Men’s Basketball Team on tonight in the LRC at 2:30 pm.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

Attached is the schedule for next Tuesday and Wednesday’s ITP testing.

Tuesday, November 4th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 1st Period
1:17 – 1:46 2nd Period
1:51 - 2:20 3rd Period


Wednesday, November 5th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 4th Period
1:17 – 1:46 6th Period
1:51 - 2:20 7th Period

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose 

        12:45 – Coe

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Wednesday, October 29, 2014

The upper room will meet on Monday s at 7:00 in the gym lobby. Come join us to play some games and pray.

Attention all Seniors, On November 5th we will be holding a Senior class meeting in Nora Gymnasium , at that time Lifetouch will also be taking the class picture. Order forms can be picked up in the Main Office and MUST be turned in before the day of pictures.

HEY FOOTBALL FANS!

State Football tickets are available in the Activities Office for $6.00. All tickets are the same price; K-12 students, Adults, Senior Citizens are all priced at $6.00. We have been informed that we will sit on the EAST SIDE of the DOME. Please use the NE or SE entrances to the Dome. Game time is 7 pm on Wednesday-October 29.

Football Playoff T-Shirts are here and will be available to purchase during the lunch hour in the cafeteria as well as the Activities Office– they are $10.

If you did not come to conferences and would like a copy of your Progress Report, you can come to the Main Office and pick yours up.

Thank you to all who helped and participated in College Application Week! Over the 2 days, we had over 80 students visit us to apply to college, research options, and research and apply to scholarships! Students reported what they worked on and we had over 100 applications filled out and sent onto various colleges and universities. Students received the helped they needed and checked some items off their senior year "to do" list - Way to go Rams!

There will be an Informational Meeting for anyone interested in going out for the Men’s and Women’s Bowling Team on Thursday, October 30th at 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

There will be an informational meeting for WOMEN’S BASKETBALL on Wednesday, November 5th at 2:45 pm in Room B149. Anyone who is taking the impact concussion test that day, please come to the meeting as soon as you are finished.

There will be an informational meeting for anyone planning on going out for the Men’s Basketball Team on Wednesday, October 29th in the LRC at 2:30 pm.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

Attached is the schedule for next Tuesday and Wednesday’s ITP testing.

Tuesday, November 4th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing

10:59 – 12:38 5th Period

12:43 – 1:12 1st Period

1:17 – 1:46 2nd Period

1:51 - 2:20 3rd Period


Wednesday, November 5th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing

10:59 – 12:38 5th Period

12:43 – 1:12 4th Period

1:17 – 1:46 6th Period

1:51 - 2:20 7th Period


COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

29th 8:30 – University Colorado Boulder
        10:15 – Illinois Wesleyan University
        12:45 – Hawkeye

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose
         12:45 – Coe

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Tuesday, October 28, 2014

Attention all Seniors, On November 5th we will be holding a Senior class meeting in Nora Gymnasium , at that time Lifetouch will also be taking the class picture. Order forms can be picked up in the Main Office and MUST be turned in before the day of pictures.

HEY FOOTBALL FANS!

State Football tickets are available in the Activities Office for $6.00. All tickets are the same price; K-12 students, Adults, Senior Citizens are all priced at $6.00. We have been informed that we will sit on the EAST SIDE of the DOME. Please use the NE or SE entrances to the Dome. Game time is 7 pm on Wednesday-October 29.

There are also Football Playoff T-Shirts for sale in the Activities Office – they are $10.

If you did not come to conferences and would like a copy of your Progress Report, you can come to the Main Office and pick yours up.

Thank you to all who helped and participated in College Application Week! Over the 2 days, we had over 80 students visit us to apply to college, research options, and research and apply to scholarships! Students reported what they worked on and we had over 100 applications filled out and sent onto various colleges and universities. Students received the helped they needed and checked some items off their senior year "to do" list - Way to go Rams!

There will be an Informational Meeting for anyone interested in going out for the Men’s and Women’s Bowling Team on Thursday, October 30th at 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

There will be an informational meeting for WOMEN’S BASKETBALL on Wednesday, November 5th at 2:45 pm in Room B149. Anyone who is taking the impact concussion test that day, please come to the meeting as soon as you are finished.

There will be an informational meeting for anyone planning on going out for the Men’s Basketball Team on Wednesday, October 29th in the LRC at 2:30 pm.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

3v3 Intramural Basketball is tonight at 6pm in Nora Gym. No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.   Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

Attached is the schedule for next Tuesday and Wednesday’s ITP testing.

Tuesday, November 4th

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 1st Period
1:17 – 1:46 2nd Period
1:51 - 2:20 3rd Period


Wednesday, November 5th 

7:35 – 10:59 ITP Testing
10:59 – 12:38 5th Period
12:43 – 1:12 4th Period
1:17 – 1:46 6th Period
1:51 - 2:20 7th Period


COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

28th 8:30 – Iowa State
        9:15 – Drake University
        10:15 – Loras College
        1:30 – AIB

29th 8:30 – University Colorado Boulder
        10:15 – Illinois Wesleyan University
        12:45 – Hawkeye

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose
        12:45 – Coe

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Monday, October 27, 2014

If you did not come to conferences and would like a copy of your Progress Report, you can come to the Main Office and pick yours up.

The Senior men cross country team ran well at the State Qualifying Meet in Muscatine on Thursday October 25. The top 3 teams qualify for state 1st Pleasant Valley 26 pts. 2nd Senior 55 pts. 3rd Bettendorf 65 pts. The Rams were led by individual qualifiers Mark Whalen 3rd place and Austin Hiederscheit 8th place.

Thank you to all who helped and participated in College Application Week! Over the 2 days, we had over 80 students visit us to apply to college, research options, and research and apply to scholarships! Students reported what they worked on and we had over 100 applications filled out and sent onto various colleges and universities. Students received the helped they needed and checked some items off their senior year "to do" list - Way to go Rams!

There will be an Informational Meeting for anyone interested in going out for the Men’s and Women’s Bowling Team on Thursday, October 30th at 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

There will be an informational meeting for WOMEN’S BASKETBALL on Wednesday, November 5th at 2:45 pm in Room B149. Anyone who is taking the impact concussion test that day, please come to the meeting as soon as you are finished.

There will be an informational meeting for anyone planning on going out for the Men’s Basketball Team on Wednesday, October 29th in the LRC at 2:30 pm.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

The next intramural event will be:​
IM 3v3 Basketball
Tuesday: Oct. 28th at 6pm
Nora Gym
No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.   Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

27th 10:15 – La’Jaymes

28th 8:30 – Iowa State
        9:15 – Drake University
        10:15 – Loras College
        1:30 – AIB

29th 8:30 – University Colorado Boulder
        10:15 – Illinois Wesleyan University
        12:45 – Hawkeye

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose
        12:45 – Coe

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Wednesday, October 22, 2014

The Student Council’s October Social Event will be at Schuster’s Pumpkin Patch on October 26th from 1:00-5:00 p.m. Families and friends of the RAM FAM are encouraged to attend. Please being one Senior ID, per group to receive the discount for the corn maze ($3) and hay ride ($2). Pumpkins and snacks will cost extra. We hope to see you there!

Renaissance Reminder! Students remember to bring your Student ID to conferences to get your Renaissance Stamp! Students with As, Bs and Cs, no Ds or Fs qualify for Renaissance and receive incentives for the various levels.

There will be an Informational Meeting for anyone interested in going out for the Men’s and Women’s Bowling Team on Thursday, October 30th at 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

Need a good book? Come to the book fair in the library any time today or tomorrow during school, and bring your parents during evening conferences. There are some great books on display and even more available online! Come check it out!

There will be an informational meeting for anyone planning on going out for the Men’s Basketball Team on Wednesday, October 29th in the LRC at 2:30 pm.

The Upper Room will meet on Monday’s at 7:00 in the gym lobby. Come join us to play some games and pray.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

The next intramural event will be:​

IM 3v3 Basketball
Tuesday: Oct. 28th at 6pm
Nora Gym

No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.   Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

FOUND: An Heirloom Grandmother’s necklace found outside of school on Friday, October 17th. Stop in the Main Office to identify.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

22nd 10:15 – Cornell College

27th 10:15 – La’Jaymes

28th 8:30 – Iowa State
        9:15 – Drake University
      10:15 – Loras College
        1:30 – AIB

29th 8:30 – University Colorado Boulder
      10:15 – Illinois Wesleyan University
      12:45 – Hawkeye

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose
         12:45 – Coe

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Tuesday, October 21, 2014

Renaissance Reminder! Students remember to bring your Student ID to conferences to get your Renaissance Stamp! Students with As, Bs and Cs, no Ds or Fs qualify for Renaissance and receive incentives for the various levels.

There will be an Informational Meeting for anyone interested in going out for the Men’s and Women’s Bowling Team on Thursday, October 30th at 3:00 pm in the Cafeteria.

The Upper Room will meet on Monday’s at 7:00 in the gym lobby. Come join us to play some games and pray.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

There will be an informational meeting for Men’s Swimming Today October 21 after school in the cafeteria. Any returning swimmers and all those interested in joining should plan to attend. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please see Mr. Huff in room B142 before or after school.

The next intramural event will be:​  IM 3v3 Basketball,  Tuesday: Oct. 28th at 6pm,  Nora Gym

No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.   Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

FOUND: An Heirloom Grandmother’s necklace found outside of school on Friday, October 17th. Stop in the Main Office to identify.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

21st 12:45 – Central

22nd 10:15 – Cornell College

27th 10:15 – La’Jaymes

28th 8:30 – Iowa State
        9:15 – Drake University
        10:15 – Loras College
        1:30 – AIB

29th 8:30 – University Colorado Boulder
        10:15 – Illinois Wesleyan University
        12:45 – Hawkeye

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose
        12:45 – Coe

31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Monday, October 20, 2014

ATTENTION Winter-Sport Student Athletes

Are you planning on going out for a Winter Sport – Men’s or Women’s Basketball, Men’s or Women’s Bowling, Wrestling, or Men’s Swimming?

You NEED to stop in the Activities Office before or after school to sign up and make sure you have all of the required paperwork on file. Even if you have done one of these sports in the past, you NEED to come to the Activities Office and let them know you are going to participate.

The 12th Annual Tri-State 3-on-3 Hoopfest will be on Saturday, November 1st in Nora Gymnasium. The High School divisions will start at 1:15 and all teams will play 4-5 games! See Coach Eimers for an entry form. Deadline to sign up is Monday, October 27th.

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

There will be an informational meeting for Men’s Swimming on Tuesday, October 21 after school in the cafeteria. Any returning swimmers and all those interested in joining should plan to attend. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please see Mr. Huff in room B142 before or after school.

The next intramural event will be:​

IM 3v3 Basketball
Tuesday: Oct. 28th at 6pm
Nora Gym
No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.   Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

FOUND: An Heirloom Grandmother’s necklace found outside of school on Friday, October 17th. Stop in the Main Office to identify.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

21st 12:45 – Central

22nd 10:15 – Cornell College

27th 10:15 – La’Jaymes

28th 8:30 – Iowa State
        9:15 – Drake University 

        10:15 – Loras College 

        1:30 – AIB 

29th 8:30 – University Colorado Boulder
        10:15 – Illinois Wesleyan University
        12:45 – Hawkeye

30th 10:15 – St. Ambrose
        12:45 – Coe
        31st 9:15 – St. Kate’s University

Friday, October 17, 2014

Looking for part-time work? Places hiring include – Runner position at a Law Office, Hartig Drug, Oak Park Place, Dubuque Nursing and Rehab, Shopko, McDonald’s Grand River Harbor and many more. Check out bulletin board by Guidance or stop in guidance.

There will be an informational meeting for Men’s Swimming on Tuesday, October 21 after school in the cafeteria. Any returning swimmers and all those interested in joining should plan to attend. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please see Mr. Huff in room B142 before or after school.

The next intramural event will be:​

IM 3v3 Basketball

Tuesday: Oct. 28th at 6pm

Nora Gym

No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.

Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

The World Language Clubs are hosting an event at Vesperman Farms in Lancaster Wisconsin this Saturday, October 18th. Vesperman features a giant corn maze, a pumpkin patch, and fall goodies. ​The foreign exchange students are the honored guests. You have the opportunity to meet them show them a good time! Bus leaves at 9:15 and returns at 1:15. Cost is $12 Sign up right way with Ms. Ruiz, Ms. Acierno or Ms. Sartori.

The RAMPAGE is an excellent way for students to get to know more about the school. Over 100 students and staff are mentioned or pictured in the RAMPAGE this month. THANKS to all people who participated. Articles topics include: Psychology of belonging, Schuster's Pumpkin Patch, Lady Ram Basketball going to college, Mr. Fischer is really a robot, Pop culture marching band, spooky musical, DIY pumpkin spice latte, Ram bow hunters, foreign exchange field trip, GSA, green dot, parenting class, pink ribbon stories, Devils and SheDevils hockey, Ram golf, nasty nation gets nastier, and happy memories of homecoming.

Read the RAMPAGE TODAY during 5th period study time, or get a copy from the main office! TAKE A RAMPAGE HOME TO YOUR FAMILY! RRRAMS RRROCK!

Upper room will be meeting on Monday in the gym lobby at 7:00. Please come join us in prayer.

Explore HEALTH Programs.   Looking for a career in the area of Health and want to explore things first hand…Then the Explore Health Career Program is for you…Group meets once a month on the third Monday thru April.   KICK OFF OCTOBER 20thth 430 PM

See Your Guidance Counselor for more information

Application Deadline is October 19th !!!

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

21st 12:45 – Central

22nd 10:15 – Cornell College

Thursday, October 16, 2014

There will be an informational meeting for Men’s Swimming on Tuesday, October 21 after school in the cafeteria. Any returning swimmers and all those interested in joining should plan to attend. If you are unable to attend or have any questions, please see Mr. Huff in room B142 before or after school.

The next intramural event will be:​

IM 3v3 Basketball
Tuesday: Oct. 28th at 6pm
Nora Gym
No sign-up required. 3 to 4 people per team, 1 sub recommended. Come with a team name and a captain selected.   Any questions contact Mr. Blaser

The World Language Clubs are hosting an event at Vesperman Farms in Lancaster Wisconsin this Saturday, October 18th. Vesperman features a giant corn maze, a pumpkin patch, and fall goodies. ​The foreign exchange students are the honored guests. You have the opportunity to meet them show them a good time! Bus leaves at 9:15 and returns at 1:15. Cost is $12 Sign up right way with Ms. Ruiz, Ms. Acierno or Ms. Sartori.

The RAMPAGE is an excellent way for students to get to know more about the school. Over 100 students and staff are mentioned or pictured in the RAMPAGE this month. THANKS to all people who participated. Articles topics include: Psychology of belonging, Schuster's Pumpkin Patch, Lady Ram Basketball going to college, Mr. Fischer is really a robot, Pop culture marching band, spooky musical, DIY pumpkin spice latte, Ram bow hunters, foreign exchange field trip, GSA, green dot, parenting class, pink ribbon stories, Devils and SheDevils hockey, Ram golf, nasty nation gets nastier, and happy memories of homecoming.

Read the RAMPAGE TODAY during 5th period study time, or get a copy from the main office! TAKE A RAMPAGE HOME TO YOUR FAMILY! RRRAMS RRROCK!

Upper room will be meeting on Monday in the gym lobby at 7:00. Please come join us in prayer.

Explore HEALTH Programs.  Looking for a career in the area of Health and want to explore things first hand…Then the Explore Health Career Program is for you…Group meets once a month on the third Monday thru April  

KICK OFF OCTOBER 20th 430 PM
See Your Guidance Counselor for more information .  Application Deadline is October 19th !!!

College of the Week – Fast Facts:

Thank you to those whose wore their favorite Iowa University colors today! And thank you for participating in our College of the Week events this fall. Next week we will focus on our College Application Week for our seniors! No matter what grade you are in, keep informed about your options for after high school AND talk to your counselor if you need more information about any postsecondary institution. We are here to help!

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

16th 10:15 – Ellsworth

21st 12:45 – Central

22nd 10:15 – Cornell College

Tuesday, October 14, 2014

Congratulations to all members of the Ram Marching Band and Color Guard on an outstanding performance at the State Marching Band Contest. These groups earned a collective score of 74 which was well into the divisional I range. Congratulations on a job very well done.

Explore CAPRI Program

Looking for a career in Cosmetology and want to explore things first hand…Then the Explore CAPRI Program is for you…Group meets once a month on the third Thursday thru April. KICK OFF OCTOBER 16th 430 PM.  See Your Guidance Counselor for more information.  Application Deadline is October 15th !!!

Explore HEALTH Programs

Looking for a career in the area of Health and want to explore things first hand…Then the Explore Health Career Program is for you… Group meets once a month on the third Monday thru April.  KICK OFF OCTOBER 20thth 430 PM.   See Your Guidance Counselor for more information.   Application Deadline is October 19th !!!

College of the Week – Fast Facts:

Our regent Universities provide Student Success:
At the University of Iowa, the first-year class has the highest ever average high school GPA of 3.63.

Our regent Universities provide A World Class Education:
At Iowa State University, they have a record setting U.S. multicultural and international enrollment at over 23% of the student body.

Our regent Universities provide Quality Learning Environment: At the University of Northern Iowa, the rate of students returning for a second year is almost 85%, well above the national average

The School Counseling Office will be proctoring the PSAT on Wednesday, October 15th from 1st hour through 4th hour. The PSAT is a test to practice the SAT, a college entrance exam and to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Competition (Juniors only). Please register in Guidance. Spots are limited. Cost is $15. Must pay your fee when registering.

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.


COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

14th 8:30 – Winona State
        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College
       10:15 – Edgewood
       12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University
        12:45 – Simpson

16th 10:15 – Ellsworth

21st 12:45 – Central

22nd 10:15 – Cornell College

Monday, October 13, 2014

There will be a whole-group NHS meeting Today during A/D study times. We will give an hours update, discuss t-shirts and upcoming service events that will require member support. Please contact Mrs. Fischer if you cannot attend.

In the Boys Varsity Cross Country race yesterday, Mark Whalen led Senior to a 6th place finish in the Mississippi/Valley team race. Andrew Grawe paced the JV to a 3rd place finish. With the Fresh/Soph placing 4th overall led by Willy Whalen.

Homecoming pictures can be picked up in the Main Office before and after school or between classes.

ATTENTION Winter-Sport Student Athletes

Are you planning on going out for a Winter Sport – Men’s or Women’s Basketball, Men’s or Women’s Bowling, Wrestling, or Men’s Swimming?

You NEED to stop in the Activities Office before or after school to sign up and make sure you have all of the required paperwork on file. Even if you have done one of these sports in the past, you NEED to come to the Activities Office and let them know you are going to participate.

The School Counseling Office will be proctoring the PSAT on Wednesday, October 15th from 1st hour through 4th hour. The PSAT is a test to practice the SAT, a college entrance exam and to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Competition (Juniors only). Please register in Guidance. Spots are limited. Cost is $15. Must pay your fee when registering.

The next IM event will be 3v3 Basketball.

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.


COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
        10:15 – University of Dubuque

14th 8:30 – Winona State
        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College
        10:15 – Edgewood
        12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University
        12:45 - Simpson

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Homecoming pictures can be picked up in the Main Office before and after school or between classes.

ATTENTION Winter-Sport Student Athletes

Are you planning on going out for a Winter Sport – Men’s or Women’s Basketball, Men’s or Women’s Bowling, Wrestling, or Men’s Swimming?

You NEED to stop in the Activities Office before or after school to sign up and make sure you have all of the required paperwork on file. Even if you have done one of these sports in the past, you NEED to come to the Activities Office and let them know you are going to participate.

The School Counseling Office will be proctoring the PSAT on Wednesday, October 15th from 1st hour through 4th hour. The PSAT is a test to practice the SAT, a college entrance exam and to qualify for the National Merit Scholarship Competition (Juniors only). Please register in Guidance. Spots are limited. Cost is $15. Must pay your fee when registering.

IM Dodgeball Tournament Winners  

Going 6-0 through a field of 13 teams, The Squadrons reigned supreme.

Please congratulate the team members:

Kerk
Brett Harris
Layne Kamm
Luke Connolly
Brandon Pfab
Andrew "Stu" Reinert
Calvin Collin

The next IM event will be 3v3 Basketball.

Upper Room would like to invite all students to come pray. Come attend this coming Monday morning at 7:00-7:25 in the gym lobby.

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. We are asking everyone to “Embrace Their Mental Health” Stay active, Stay connected, and Stay Healthy!!!

The Platteville Math Contest is fast approaching. If you are interested in showing off your mathematical abilities and competing with your fellow math all-stars, please contact Mrs. Ward in A323 or Mrs. Jorgenson in A321 Today.

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….

Explore Post! Explore Post!

Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!   The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!! The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!

HY-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
       10:15 – University of Dubuque

14th 8:30 – Winona State
        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College

        10:15 – Edgewood
        12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University

       12:45 - Simpson

Thursday, October 9, 2014

Homecoming pictures can be picked up in the Main Office before and after school or between classes.

Students, please remember, Friday is a one hour late arrival. You are allowed into the cafeteria at 8:00. At 8:15, on Fridays, students are allowed to be in the hallways.

IM Dodgeball Tournament Winners

Going 6-0 through a field of 13 teams, The Squadrons reigned supreme.  Please congratulate the team members:


Kerk
Brett Harris
Layne Kamm
Luke Connolly
Brandon Pfab
Andrew "Stu" Reinert
Calvin Collin

The next IM event will be 3v3 Basketball.

Upper Room would like to invite all students to come pray. Come attend this coming Monday morning at 7:00-7:25 in the gym lobby.

Come join the Discovery Club this Thursday morning at 7:15 in Ms. Pfohl's room, B-249. We need volunteers to help with Swiss Valley's Halloween Hike for pre-school and elementary school age children on Oct. 24th. This is an opportunity to gain service hours. We are also planning a November hike to Fennely Recreation Area in Wisconsin. Come and get details on Thursday morning.

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. We are asking everyone to “Embrace Their Mental Health” Stay active, Stay connected, and Stay Healthy!!!

The Platteville Math Contest is fast approaching. If you are interested in showing off your mathematical abilities and competing with your fellow math all-stars, please contact Mrs. Ward in A323 or Mrs. Jorgenson in A321 by Friday October 10th.

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….

Explore Post! Explore Post!  Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!   The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!! The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m. Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!

HV-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
        10:15 – University of Dubuque

14th 8:30 – Winona State
        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College

        10:15 – Edgewood
        12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University
        12:45 - Simpson

Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Congratulations to the Special Olympics Team who participated in the Bowling Event last Friday in Davenport. Job well done Team!

Upper Room would like to invite all students to come pray. Come attend this coming Monday morning at 7:00-7:25 in the gym lobby.

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. We are asking everyone to “Embrace Their Mental Health” Stay active, Stay connected, and Stay Healthy!!!

The Platteville Math Contest is fast approaching. If you are interested in showing off your mathematical abilities and competing with your fellow math all-stars, please contact Mrs. Ward in A323 or Mrs. Jorgenson in A321 by Friday October 10th.

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….Explore Post! Explore Post!  Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!   The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!!   The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.  Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!


HV-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

If 18 and love working with animals, PetSmart will train and send you to Grooming School free to become a groomer and work in the animal business. Many benefits and opportunities available. Check out Bulletin board by guidance or stop in for more info.

Tuesday, October 7, 2014

Congratulations goes out to all of the members of the Ram Marching Band and Color Guard on their great performance at the Little Hawk Marching Invitational on Saturday in Iowa City. Our drum majors won the "Best Drum Major Award" for the day and the Ram Marching Band won the Third place trophy. The groups collective score was 72.6 which was well into the division I rating. Congratulations to all on a job well done!

Drivers Ed forms are NOW AVAILABLE in the business office. Registration is on a first come first serve basis.

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. We are asking everyone to “Embrace Their Mental Health” Stay active, Stay connected, and Stay Healthy!!!

The Platteville Math Contest is fast approaching. If you are interested in showing off your mathematical abilities and competing with your fellow math all-stars, please contact Mrs. Ward in A323 or Mrs. Jorgenson in A321 by Friday October 10th.

IM 6 v 6 Dodgeball Tournament
Tonight
6:00 pm
Nora Gym

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….

Explore Post! Explore Post!  Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!

The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!!!

The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.  Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!

HV-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

If 18 and love working with animals, PetSmart will train and send you to Grooming School free to become a groomer and work in the animal business. Many benefits and opportunities available. Check out Bulletin board by guidance or stop in for more info.

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

7TH 8:30 – NICC
        9:15 – Kirkwood
        10:15 – UW Platteville

8th 9:15 – UNI

13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
        10:15 – University of Dubuque

14th 8:30 – Winona State

        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College
       10:15 – Edgewood
       12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University

       12:45 - Simpson

Monday, October 6, 2014

This week is Mental Illness Awareness Week. We are asking everyone to “Embrace Their Mental Health” Stay active, Stay connected, and Stay Healthy!!!

The Senior Cross Country Teams hosted the Dubuque City Meet on Thursday, October 2nd. The Men’s Varsity team placed 2nd led by Mark Whalen with a 16:26. JV and Fresh/Soph teams took 1st place. JV was led by Dana Miller 18:09 and Fresh/Soph led by Willy Whalen 17:35.

The Platteville Math Contest is fast approaching. If you are interested in showing off your mathematical abilities and competing with your fellow math all-stars, please contact Mrs. Ward in A323 or Mrs. Jorgenson in A321 by Friday October 10th.

Hola estudiantes! Spanish Club is hosting an event at Mindframe Theaters on Monday, October 6th. The movie is titled, ”Under The Same Moon" The time is changed to 7:00 p.m. It's $4 to get in, bring extra money for snacks. Everyone is welcome!

IM 6 v 6 Dodgeball Tournament
Tuesday Oct. 7th
6:00 pm
Nora Gym

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….
Explore Post! Explore Post!  Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!   The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!!!

The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m  Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!

HV-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

If 18 and love working with animals, PetSmart will train and send you to Grooming School free to become a groomer and work in the animal business. Many benefits and opportunities available. Check out Bulletin board by guidance or stop in for more info.

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.

COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

7TH 8:30 – NICC
        9:15 – Kirkwood
        10:15 – UW Platteville

8th 9:15 – UNI

13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
       10:15 – University of Dubuque



14th 8:30 – Winona State
        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College

        10:15 – Edgewood
        12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University
       12:45 - Simpson

Friday, October 3, 2014

The menu options have changed for TODAY. The kitchen will be serving Cheeseburgers or Pizza.

Hola estudiantes! Spanish Club is hosting an event at Mindframe Theaters on Monday, October 6th. The movie is titled, ”Under The Same Moon" The time is changed to 7:00 p.m. It's $4 to get in, bring extra money for snacks. Everyone is welcome!

IM 6 v 6 Dodgeball Tournament
Tuesday Oct. 7th
6:00 pm
Nora Gym

Upper Room would like to invite all students to come pray. Come attend this coming Monday at 7:00-7:25 in the gym lobby.

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….

Explore Post! Explore Post!  Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!   The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!!!

The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.
Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!

HV-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

If 18 and love working with animals, PetSmart will train and send you to Grooming School free to become a groomer and work in the animal business. Many benefits and opportunities available. Check out Bulletin board by guidance or stop in for more info.

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.


COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

7TH 8:30 – NICC
        9:15 – Kirkwood
       10:15 – UW Platteville

8th 9:15 – UNI
      13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
      10:15 – University of Dubuque

14th 8:30 – Winona State
       9:20 – Mt. Mercy College
      10:15 – Edgewood
      12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central 

        9:15 – Bradley University

       12:45 - Simpson

Thursday, October 2, 2014

The menu options have changed for Friday October 3rd. The kitchen will be serving Cheeseburgers or Pizza.

IM 6 v 6 Dodgeball Tournament
Tuesday Oct. 7th
6:00 pm
Nora Gym

The Rams Booster Club will be selling apparel TODAY during A-B lunches.

Homecoming tickets are now on sale in the business office before and after school and during passing periods. They are $10 each. Please remember If you are bringing a guest from another school you must turn your guest form in to the AP office.

Upper Room would like to invite all students to come pray. Come attend this coming Monday at 7:00-7:25 in the gym lobby.

Looking for Part-Time Jobs….

Explore Post! Explore Post!
Interested in the field of architecture and building design. Then become a member of the FEH Exploring program!!!

The purpose of this program is to provide you with information about careers in building design including architecture and engineering!!!  The first meeting will be Tuesday, October 14th, from 4:30 – 6:00 p.m.  Deadline to apply Monday October 13th 2014, Stop by Guidance for more information!

HV-Vee on Locust Street is looking for part-time workers if interested apply at www.hy-vee.com

If 18 and love working with animals, PetSmart will train and send you to Grooming School free to become a groomer and work in the animal business. Many benefits and opportunities available. Check out Bulletin board by guidance or stop in for more info.

Any students who are wishing to purchase a yearbook from last school year please bring $45.00 cash or check made out to senior high school to the business office.


COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF OCTOBER IN GUIDANCE OFFICE:

7TH 8:30 – NICC
        9:15 – Kirkwood
       10:15 – UW Platteville

8th 9:15 – UNI



13th 9:15 – Buena Vista University
        10:15 – University of Dubuque



14th 8:30 – Winona State
        9:20 – Mt. Mercy College

       10:15 – Edgewood
       12:45 St. Thomas

15th 8:30 – Iowa Central
        9:15 – Bradley University
       12:45 - Simpson