Friday, December 19, 2014

Friday, December 19, 2014

All Girls PE locks must be turned in by Friday and locker contents must be removed. There will be time during wellness class for you to do this as well. If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Ovsak or Mrs. Riley.

Dubuque Devils High School hockey program is the only HS hockey team, pulling students from 5 high schools. We currently pull players form 5 different High Schools, and play in the Mid-west High School Hockey League. Although we are not affiliated with any one school, our players take pride in representing the Dubuque community, and their specific High School.

On Friday (Dec. 19th) the team will be playing a home game before their winter break. As an organization we have decided to let students in FREE for this home game. Our goal is to increase the awareness and support for these players and hopefully establish some fans.

The Dubuque Community Y is looking for creative, responsible people to be a part of a team that provides fun and educational activities for K-5th graders. This before/after school program is held at various schools sites throughout Dubuque.

Complete an application at Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA, 35 North Booth St. Dubuque or 4170 Pennsylvania Ave. Dubuque.

Girl’s Track: Pre-Season Track Workouts will begin January 6th 2:30 in the indoor track. Meet Coach Murphy there, workouts will be Tuesday/Thursday indoor track at 2:30.

Looking for something fun to do over the Winter Break? The Mystique Community Ice Center will be having a HIGH SCHOOL ONLY Public Skate on December 30th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm. Admission and skate rental is only $5!! Get your friends together for a fun time on the ice! If you can’t make this public skate, check out their website for more public skate dates and times at www.mystiqueicecenter.com


ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Monday, December 15, 2014

Tuesday, December 16, 2014

Congratulations to the RAMS Freshman and first year wrestlers who showed up with a dominant performance at the tournament on Saturday.

1st Place winners were:

Joey Bellows
 Mikey Koch 
 Sean Kerkenbush
Demarcus Johnson
 Michael Wellborn
Nick Herber
 Alex Richard

2nd Place winners were:

Thomas Wellborn 
 Robert Neilsen
Spencer Schilling
Collin Donovan

The freshman will be competing again 6 p.m. tonight at the West Delaware tournament. Good Luck tonight RAMS!!

Senior High School Varsity Wrestling team went to the Jim Boyd Invitational in Riverdale Illinois. In this tournament there were some tough teams including two Illinois 1A top ten ranked teams; Sherrard and Erie/Prophetstown.

Senior was able to get 9th place out of 15 teams. Marti Steffen went 1-2 to get 6th place at 126 with 1 pin. Joe Budde went 2-1 to get 5th at 132 with 2 pins. Matt Connolly went 1-2 to get 6th place at 138 with 1 major decision. Luke Hoerner went 3-2 to get 6th place at 145 with 3 pins. Johnny Massmen went 2-1 to get 5th place at 220 with 2 pins. Mitch Demmer went 2-1 to get 5th at 285 with 1 pin

ATTENTION: IM Kickball has been cancelled for this week, due to maintenance. In place of Kickball we will have Ultimate Frisbee.

Ultimate Frisbee
Wednesday 7:30-9:30
Small Gym

The Executive RAMPAGE Staff is delighted to premier the first all-color RAMPAGE! Today the RAMS are joining the ranks of the other high schools in the area that are already publishing full color news magazines, like CR Kennedy, Iowa City West.

Thank you for reading the RAMPAGE, and recognizing those contributing writers, photographers, and people who are featured in articles about MADRIGAL SINGERS, FINALS, EARLY GRADUATION, MATH MODELING COMPETITION, FRENCH CLUB TRIP, THE NUTCRACKER, INDUSTRIAL TECH METAL CHRISTMAS TREE PROJECT, TEACHER AND ARTIST OF THE MONTH, RAMFAM RESPECT, SAFE DRIVING, SERVING OUR COUNTRY, BLOOD DRIVE, POLAR BEAR CLUB, KEY CLUB BELL RINGING FOR SALVATION ARMY, AND THE HOLIDAY CHRISTMAS TRAIN.

Special thanks to the RAM Booster Club for helping fund this project in-part, and to Union Hoermann Press for printing the paper at a very reasonable price.

Please suggest to your students that they take a copy home to their family!

If you have left-over papers, please take them to the main office, the library or print center.

Wishing you and your family a very happy holiday season!

If you missed the mandatory contract wellness meeting last Thursday, you must see Mrs. Riley in Wellness. All contract wellness forms must be turned in to Mrs. Riley or the main office by Thursday, December 18th.

If you missed the mandatory contract wellness meeting last Thursday, you must see Mrs. Riley in Wellness. All contract wellness forms must be turned in to Mrs. Riley or the main office by Thursday, December 18th.

All Girls PE locks must be turned in by Friday and locker contents must be removed. There will be time during wellness class for you to do this as well. If you have any questions, please ask Mrs. Ovsak or Mrs. Riley.

The Dubuque Community Y is looking for creative, responsible people to be a part of a team that provides fun and educational activities for K-5th graders. This before/after school program is held at various schools sites throughout Dubuque.

Complete an application at Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA, 35 North Booth St. Dubuque or 4170 Pennsylvania Ave. Dubuque.

Girl’s Track: Pre-Season Track Workouts will begin January 6th 2:30 in the indoor track. Meet Coach Murphy there, workouts will be Tuesday/Thursday indoor track at 2:30.

Looking for something fun to do over the Winter Break? The Mystique Community Ice Center will be having a HIGH SCHOOL ONLY Public Skate on December 30th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm. Admission and skate rental is only $5!! Get your friends together for a fun time on the ice!

If you can’t make this public skate, check out their website for more public skate dates and times at www.mystiqueicecenter.com

Reminders for Seniors who are graduating at semester;

Please return your parking passes to Cher in the AP Office tomorrow, December 16th. You still will be allowed to park in the lot until the end of the semester with just your license plate number.

Also, your signed graduation check list is due to Kim in the Main Office before you leave for the winter break! Good Luck Rams!

Thursday December 18 and Friday December 19, during semester finals, the Write Place will be open in the afternoon for student use.

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begin January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office, the deadline for turning registration forms is December 18th.

Friday, December 12, 2014

Monday, December 15, 2014

The Ram Wrestlers lost a hard fought battle last night at Hempstead. Winning for the Rams were:

Alex Richard
Nate Huinker
Joey Bellows
Jared Ensign
Robert Neilsen
Micheal Wellborn
Matt Huinker
Matt Connolly
And Nick Herber

Also wrestling well were:
Cam Steffen
Joe Budde
And Big D Mitch Demmer

The Varsity Rams Wrestlers are off to Port Byron Illinois This Saturday wrestling starts at 9.

While The Freshman have a tournament Right here in Nora Gym Wrestling Starts at 9, come cheer on the Rams to more victories. Congrats wrestlers and good luck to all activities this weekend.

The Dubuque Community Y is looking for creative, responsible people to be a part of a team that provides fun and educational activities for K-5th graders. This before/after school program is held at various schools sites throughout Dubuque.

Complete an application at Dubuque Community YMCA/YWCA, 35 North Booth St. Dubuque or 4170 Pennsylvania Ave. Dubuque.

Girl’s Track: Pre-Season Track Workouts will begin January 6th 2:30 in the indoor track. Meet Coach Murphy there, workouts will be Tuesday/Thursday indoor track at 2:30.

Looking for something fun to do over the Winter Break? The Mystique Community Ice Center will be having a HIGH SCHOOL ONLY Public Skate on December 30th from 5:30 – 6:30 pm. Admission and skate rental is only $5!! Get your friends together for a fun time on the ice!

If you can’t make this public skate, check out their website for more public skate dates and times at www.mystiqueicecenter.com

Reminders for Seniors who are graduating at semester;

Please return your parking passes to Cher in the AP Office by Tuesday December 16th. You still will be allowed to park in the lot until the end of the semester with just your license plate number.

Also, your signed graduation check list is due to Kim in the Main Office before you leave for the winter break! Good Luck Rams!

Thursday December 18 and Friday December 19, during semester finals, the Write Place will be open in the afternoon for student use.

The PSAT test results are back!!! Students that took the PSAT test on October 15th will have an informational session during your 5th hour A or D study times, this Friday December 12th. Your test results will be handed out and explained at this time. Please plan on attending one of the times available. Thank you.

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begin January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office, the deadline for turning registration forms is December 18th.

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Friday, December 12, 2014

Reminders for Seniors who are graduating at semester;

Please return your parking passes to Cher in the AP Office by Tuesday December 16th. You still will be allowed to park in the lot until the end of the semester with just your license plate number.

Also, your signed graduation check list is due to Kim in the Main Office before you leave for the winter break! Good Luck Rams!

Thursday December 18 and Friday December 19, during semester finals, the Write Place will be open in the afternoon for student use.

The PSAT test results are back!!! Students that took the PSAT test on October 15th will have an informational session during your 5th hour A or D study times, this Friday December 12th. Your test results will be handed out and explained at this time. Please plan on attending one of the times available. Thank you.

Key Club will be having a bake sale during all lunches today. All proceeds will go towards the District Convention Leadership Conference and Covers of Comfort. With a suggested donation of a dollar.

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begin January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office, the deadline for turning registration forms is December 18th.

Tuesday, December 9, 2014

Wednesday, December 10, 2014

The Men’s Swim Team won the team title at the annual J-Hawk Relays this weekend. This is the 6th time in the past 7 years the swimmers have won this meet. The following swimmers swam on first place relays: Jack Benda, Andrew Breitfelder, Ben Colin, John Colin, John Dalton, Jack Gronen, Brandon Sindt, Drake Stierman, Nick Topping, and Brandon Yuan. The team returns to competition tonight with a dual meet in Clinton.

The PSAT test results are back!!! Students that took the PSAT test on October 15th will have an informational session during your 5th hour A or D study times, this Friday December 12th. Your test results will be handed out and explained at this time. Please plan on attending one of the times available. Thank you.

There will be a NHS meeting during A/D study times in the Auditorium on Thursday. We will discuss upcoming volunteer opportunities and end of the semester business. Please see Mrs. Fischer if you cannot attend.

There will be an informational meeting for Mock Trial this Friday, December 12 at 8:00 AM in room B142. We will discuss this year’s case, competition dates, and practice schedules. All returning team members and anyone interested in joining should plan to be at the meeting or see Mr. Huff.

The end of the semester and semester finals are right around the corner. Do you need to finish a project, daily work, or help reviewing for the big exam? If so, please stop by the plans room or assistant principals' office to sign up to attend FAST this Friday.

Key Club will be having a bake sale during all lunches December 10th, 11th and 12th. All proceeds will go towards the District Convention Leadership Conference and Covers of Comfort. With a suggested donation of a dollar.

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

The early bird wellness make up session for the remainder of the semester will be tomorrow, December 11th. Students cannot enter through the cafeteria doors anymore. Please enter through the handicap accessible entrance located near the Nora gym where the buses park to load. Students must have their heart rate sensor strap and arrive at 7:00 am. If you have an additional question, please speak with your teacher.

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post.Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begin January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office, the deadline for turning registration forms is December 18th.

Friday, December 5, 2014

Monday, December 8, 2014

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

The early bird wellness make up session for the remainder of the semester will be December 11th. Students cannot enter through the cafeteria doors anymore. Please enter through the handicap accessible entrance located near the Nora gym where the buses park to load. Students must have their heart rate sensor strap and arrive at 7:00 am. If you have an additional question, please speak with your teacher.

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

“Attention 9th graders, tomorrow there will be a dental screening done by the VNA on all 9th graders who do not have a dental screening on file in the health office. If you are not sure if you do or do not have a dental screening on file, please check with the nurse’s office before Dec. 9th.”

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post.Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

Explore Program!!! Sports Marketing, Kick Off is TODAY. The Sports Marketing Program with The Dubuque Fighting Saints will allow students the opportunity to learn about education and qualifications involved with sports marketing. Students will network with professionals and have shadowing opportunities. Focus business management, promotions, ticket sales etc… Program will meet once a month. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!! Deadline Monday December 8th

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begins January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office.



Thursday, December 4, 2014

Friday, December 5, 2014

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

Congratulations to Matt Noel, Hailey Zillig, Tyler Sippel and Jamila Johnson for each winning a Renaissance Little Caesar pizza for the month December.

The early bird wellness make up session for the remainder of the semester will be December 11th. Students cannot enter through the cafeteria doors anymore. Please enter through the handicap accessible entrance located near the Nora gym where the buses park to load. Students must have their heart rate sensor strap and arrive at 7:00 am. If you have an additional question, please speak with your teacher.

Attention Seniors! Jostens will be here today during lunch to pick up your graduation packets outside of the cafeteria.

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

“Attention 9th graders, on Dec. 9th there will be a dental screening done by the VNA on all 9th graders who do not have a dental screening on file in the health office. If you are not sure if you do or do not have a dental screening on file, please check with the nurse’s office before Dec. 9th.”

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Renaissance Students, The final day to sign up for Test Exemption is TODAY! To exempt students must have a Red or Blue Renaissance stamp, an A in the class they which to exempt and no more than four absences in that class. See your teacher by the end of the day TODAY to sign up!!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post.Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

Explore Program!!! Sports Marketing, Kick Off Monday December 8th. The Sports Marketing Program with The Dubuque Fighting Saints will allow students the opportunity to learn about education and qualifications involved with sports marketing. Students will network with professionals and have shadowing opportunities. Focus business management, promotions, ticket sales etc… Program will meet once a month. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!! Deadline Monday December 8th

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begins January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office.

Hear Ye Hear Ye!!! Fashion Touch Cleaners is calling all interested individuals to apply at the North Grandview location for a job. Great Hours – 2:30 – 6:00p.m. Monday thru Friday. NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS. Approximately 15 – 20 hours per week. Must be 16 years old!

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Thursday, December 4, 2014

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

The early bird wellness make up session for the remainder of the semester will be December 11th. Students cannot enter through the cafeteria doors anymore. Please enter through the handicap accessible entrance located near the Nora gym where the buses park to load. Students must have their heart rate sensor strap and arrive at 7:00 am. If you have an additional question, please speak with your teacher.

Attention Seniors! If you were unable to attend the graduation meeting on Monday, you need to stop by the main office and pick up your packet to order your cap and gown. This same order form also has announcement order information and other items geared towards graduating seniors. You will need to bring your orders to school on Friday and turn them in to Jostens during your lunch time. They will have a table set up outside the cafeteria.

Just in time for the HOLIDAYS! Do you have some last minute shopping to do? Do you have some RAM Fans on your list? NOT A PROBLEM! There is a limited selection of Booster Club apparel available through the Activities Office. Please see the display case outside our office to see what items are available. Items will be available to students before or after school ONLY.

“Attention 9th graders, on Dec. 9th there will be a dental screening done by the VNA on all 9th graders who do not have a dental screening on file in the health office. If you are not sure if you do or do not have a dental screening on file, please check with the nurse’s office before Dec. 9th.”

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Renaissance Students, Test Exemption Sign UP has begun! The final day to sign up is December 5th. To exempt students must have a Red or Blue Renaissance stamp, an A in the class they which to exempt and no more than four absences in that class. See your teacher to sign up by December 5th.

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post.Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

Explore Program!!! Sports Marketing, Kick Off Monday December 8th. The Sports Marketing Program with The Dubuque Fighting Saints will allow students the opportunity to learn about education and qualifications involved with sports marketing. Students will network with professionals and have shadowing opportunities. Focus business management, promotions, ticket sales etc… Program will meet once a month. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!! Deadline Monday December 8th

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begins January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office.

Hear Ye Hear Ye!!! Fashion Touch Cleaners is calling all interested individuals to apply at the North Grandview location for a job. Great Hours – 2:30 – 6:00p.m. Monday thru Friday. NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS. Approximately 15 – 20 hours per week. Must be 16 years old!



Tuesday, December 2, 2014

Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Project Kids: A friendly reminder from Student Council concerning Project Kids. Please remember that if you are sponsoring a kid in need, bring your items to the auditorium balcony on Tuesday’s and Thursday during B, C or D study time before winter break. Thanks again!

“Attention 9th graders, on Dec. 9th there will be a dental screening done by the VNA on all 9th graders who do not have a dental screening on file in the health office. If you are not sure if you do or do not have a dental screening on file, please check with the nurse’s office before Dec. 9th.”

Congratulations to the JV Rams Wrestlers on their performance at North Linn High School open tournament last night. Jared Ensign, Nate Huinker, Demarcus Johnson and Alex Richard all received first place medals. While Spencer Cross, Maalik Harris, Mikey Koch and Spencer Schilling walked away with 2nd place medals. Overall it was a fantastic night for Rams Wrestling. Please come and support Rams Wrestling this Saturday as they compete at the Hempstead invitational beginning around 9:00 a.m.

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Ultimate Frisbee Club is having their first Indoor Practice/Meeting on Dec. 3rd- 7:30pm in the Small Gym. Any questions contact Mr. Blaser.

Renaissance Students, Test Exemption Sign UP has begun! The final day to sign up is December 5th. To exempt students must have a Red or Blue Renaissance stamp, an A in the class they which to exempt and no more than four absences in that class. See your teacher to sign up by December 5th.

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post.Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

Explore Program!!! Sports Marketing, Kick Off Monday December 8th. The Sports Marketing Program with The Dubuque Fighting Saints will allow students the opportunity to learn about education and qualifications involved with sports marketing. Students will network with professionals and have shadowing opportunities. Focus business management, promotions, ticket sales etc… Program will meet once a month. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!! Deadline Monday December 8th

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begins January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office.

Hear Ye Hear Ye!!! Fashion Touch Cleaners is calling all interested individuals to apply at the North Grandview location for a job. Great Hours – 2:30 – 6:00p.m. Monday thru Friday. NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS. Approximately 15 – 20 hours per week. Must be 16 years old!

Monday, December 1, 2014

Tuesday, December 2, 2014

“Attention 9th graders, on Dec. 9th there will be a dental screening done by the VNA on all 9th graders who do not have a dental screening on file in the health office. If you are not sure if you do or do not have a dental screening on file, please check with the nurse’s office before Dec. 9th.”

ATTENTION ALL STUDENTS! SCHEDULE CHANGES for SECOND SEMESTER MUST be made by December 19th BEFORE you leave for our winter break! You MUST schedule an appointment with your School Counselor to request changes. Be sure to look at your 2nd semester schedule on PowerSchool NOW to review; SENIORS – be sure to double check that you are meeting all graduation requirements. Schedule changes will NOT be allowed when you return in January 2015! Thank you!

Ultimate Frisbee Club is having their first Indoor Practice/Meeting on Dec. 3rd- 7:30pm in the Small Gym. Any questions contact Mr. Blaser.

Renaissance Students, Test Exemption Sign UP has begun! The final day to sign up is December 5th. To exempt students must have a Red or Blue Renaissance stamp, an A in the class they which to exempt and no more than four absences in that class. See your teacher to sign up by December 5th.

Are you reading ebooks? Do you want to? Destiny has a few hundred ebooks in the library catalog, and Keystone has even more. You can even now check out a Kindle Paperwhite to use for an ereader with parent or guardian permission! Stop by the library and ask us how!

Intramural Kickball will be held Wednesday, December 17th at 7:30 in the small gym. No Sign-up required…just show up! Questions contact Mr. Blaser

The Capri Explore Post still has openings for its second meeting. The meeting will be Thursday December 18th If interested in still participating in the Capri Explorer Post.Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!!​

Explore Program!!! Sports Marketing, Kick Off Monday December 8th. The Sports Marketing Program with The Dubuque Fighting Saints will allow students the opportunity to learn about education and qualifications involved with sports marketing. Students will network with professionals and have shadowing opportunities. Focus business management, promotions, ticket sales etc… Program will meet once a month. Call 563-556-4343 or email Laura at laura.cornelis@scouting.org to reserve your spot!!! Deadline Monday December 8th

We are now accepting registrations for Drivers Ed. Classes begins January 6 through March 13. There's a morning class and an afternoon class. Registration forms can be picked up and turned in at the business office.

Hear Ye Hear Ye!!! Fashion Touch Cleaners is calling all interested individuals to apply at the North Grandview location for a job. Great Hours – 2:30 – 6:00p.m. Monday thru Friday. NO WEEKENDS OR EVENINGS. Approximately 15 – 20 hours per week. Must be 16 years old!