STUDENT NEWS
Did you know that Senior came out as the champion in last year's inaugural inter-city Battle of the Books competition?
AND they had one team place in the top 15 at the Grand Battle Competition that featured teams from across the state?
Let's keep these Battle of the Books awards in Our House! If you are interested in joining the Battle of the Books team, please come to one of the informational meetings that will be held in the Library on Thursday. You can come as an individual or bring your entire team of 6 - all are welcome! Times to choose from are 7:10am, A study or D study. If you are unable to attend, please contact Mrs. Bontemps or Mrs. Fischer.
Science Bowl will practice after school on Wednesday in room B241. You can talk to Mr. Gates or Mrs. Fischer if you have any conflicts or questions.
If you would like to order a Senior Class Picture, there are order forms available in the main office. If you would like to turn your payment into the office to be sent, please do so by November 10th.
Burrito Friday! The following student’s may stop by the AP office to pick up their card for a free burrito from Pancheros: Jeremy Rolfe (12), Logan Oberfoell (11), Sydney Ringold (10) and Calvin Davis (9)
Seniors who were unable to attend the Graduation meeting on Wednesday, November 2nd. Please stop by the Main Office to pick up your graduation packet. Graduation packets are due Tuesday, November 8th during the lunch hour. Jostens will be outside of the cafeteria to collect order forms and answer any questions.
Movember campaign: Grow a Mo save a bro: The state of men’s health is in crisis. Men experience worse longer-term health than women and die on average six years earlier. Prostate cancer rates will double in the next 15 years. Testicular cancer rates have already doubled in the last 50. Three quarters of suicides are men. Poor mental health leads to half a million men taking their own life every year. That’s one every minute. If you’re a male student or teacher and would like to participate please contact Mr. Dolson know in i-JAG. It’s easy, grow a moustache and get your picture taken to help support men’s health.
Our fathers, partners, brothers and friends are facing this health crisis and it’s not being talked about. We can’t afford to stay silent. We’re taking action and need your help!
The new book club book is in! Stop by the library to get your copy of The Impossible Knife of Memory by Laurie Halse Anderson. Haley struggles with how to balance her own life as a teenager and how to help her father who has PTSD from serving in Iraq. A limited number of copies are available, so get yours soon.
Senior Yearbook Pictures – Seniors, it's time to send in your photos for the yearbook! Please email a jpeg file of your senior picture to dubuquesenior@gmail.com. Once your photo has been received, you will receive a confirmation email. Full color photos are required. Photos are due by April 1. Please see Mrs. Jackman in E45 with questions.
Students…. please remember that you are not allowed to use our gyms/weight room without proper supervision. Students cannot be in the gyms or athletic areas without a faculty sponsor/supervisor. Students in those areas unsupervised will be sent home.
STUCO ZONE
The 4th annual Dubuque Senior Euchre Tournament will be held on Wednesday, November 30th from 6 to 8 pm in the library. Students and Staff members wishing to participate must sign up with a partner in guidance no later than Monday, November 28th. All who wish to participate are responsible for learning the rules prior to the tournament. House rules for the tournament are located in the guidance office as well. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Sheehan, Mr. Leytem, or a member of student council.
The Annual Fall Blood Drive is coming up! It will be held on November 18. You can sign up in the StuCo Zone during all lunches. In order to sign up, you must be at least 16 years old and 110 lbs. The mandatory meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 15 during A and D study in Room B138.
Did you know that Senior came out as the champion in last year's inaugural inter-city Battle of the Books competition?
AND they had one team place in the top 15 at the Grand Battle Competition that featured teams from across the state?
Let's keep these Battle of the Books awards in Our House! If you are interested in joining the Battle of the Books team, please come to one of the informational meetings that will be held in the Library on Thursday. You can come as an individual or bring your entire team of 6 - all are welcome! Times to choose from are 7:10am, A study or D study. If you are unable to attend, please contact Mrs. Bontemps or Mrs. Fischer.
Science Bowl will practice after school on Wednesday in room B241. You can talk to Mr. Gates or Mrs. Fischer if you have any conflicts or questions.
If you would like to order a Senior Class Picture, there are order forms available in the main office. If you would like to turn your payment into the office to be sent, please do so by November 10th.
Burrito Friday! The following student’s may stop by the AP office to pick up their card for a free burrito from Pancheros: Jeremy Rolfe (12), Logan Oberfoell (11), Sydney Ringold (10) and Calvin Davis (9)
Seniors who were unable to attend the Graduation meeting on Wednesday, November 2nd. Please stop by the Main Office to pick up your graduation packet. Graduation packets are due Tuesday, November 8th during the lunch hour. Jostens will be outside of the cafeteria to collect order forms and answer any questions.
Movember campaign: Grow a Mo save a bro: The state of men’s health is in crisis. Men experience worse longer-term health than women and die on average six years earlier. Prostate cancer rates will double in the next 15 years. Testicular cancer rates have already doubled in the last 50. Three quarters of suicides are men. Poor mental health leads to half a million men taking their own life every year. That’s one every minute. If you’re a male student or teacher and would like to participate please contact Mr. Dolson know in i-JAG. It’s easy, grow a moustache and get your picture taken to help support men’s health.
Our fathers, partners, brothers and friends are facing this health crisis and it’s not being talked about. We can’t afford to stay silent. We’re taking action and need your help!
The new book club book is in! Stop by the library to get your copy of The Impossible Knife of Memory by Laurie Halse Anderson. Haley struggles with how to balance her own life as a teenager and how to help her father who has PTSD from serving in Iraq. A limited number of copies are available, so get yours soon.
Senior Yearbook Pictures – Seniors, it's time to send in your photos for the yearbook! Please email a jpeg file of your senior picture to dubuquesenior@gmail.com. Once your photo has been received, you will receive a confirmation email. Full color photos are required. Photos are due by April 1. Please see Mrs. Jackman in E45 with questions.
Students…. please remember that you are not allowed to use our gyms/weight room without proper supervision. Students cannot be in the gyms or athletic areas without a faculty sponsor/supervisor. Students in those areas unsupervised will be sent home.
STUCO ZONE
The 4th annual Dubuque Senior Euchre Tournament will be held on Wednesday, November 30th from 6 to 8 pm in the library. Students and Staff members wishing to participate must sign up with a partner in guidance no later than Monday, November 28th. All who wish to participate are responsible for learning the rules prior to the tournament. House rules for the tournament are located in the guidance office as well. If you have any questions, please see Ms. Sheehan, Mr. Leytem, or a member of student council.
The Annual Fall Blood Drive is coming up! It will be held on November 18. You can sign up in the StuCo Zone during all lunches. In order to sign up, you must be at least 16 years old and 110 lbs. The mandatory meeting will be held on Tuesday, November 15 during A and D study in Room B138.
COUNSELORS OFFICE
EXPLORE, EXPLORE!! Looking to gain experience in your interest areas. The EXPLORE PROGRAMS offer great hands on practical experience in several areas. The Following Areas are still accepting Applications!!!
Conservation & Wildlife
Cosmetology
Firefighting & Emergency Services
Nursing
NEW TEACHER EDUCATION at THE UNIVERSITY of DUBUQUE
and Now Introducing a Culinary Experience Explorer Program at Catfish Charlie’s
See School Counseling office for more information!!!
JOBS
Dubuque Specialty Care is looking for part time workers for dietary aide positions. Starting wages are $9 an hour ~ Must be 16. Stop in guidance for details.
Sam's Club is looking for part time workers - must be 16 ~ starting pay is $10 per hour. Apply online or in the store.
Other openings include Chipolte, Long Horn Saddlery, McDonald’s, Shopko, and Sundown.
ACTIVITIES
STUDENTS: If you are interested in going out for a Winter Sport – you need to stop by the Activities Office to get signed up. Winter Sports include: Boys Basketball and Wrestling.
Winter Sports start in the beginning of November, so please get signed up early – DON’T wait until the last minute! IF you participated in one of these sports last year – you STILL need to come to the Activities Office to sign up.
COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER OUTSIDE OF THE CAFETERIA
November 8th 11:15 a.m. Luther College
November 15th 11:15 a.m. Western Illinois University
November 29th 11:15 a.m. Loras College
EXPLORE, EXPLORE!! Looking to gain experience in your interest areas. The EXPLORE PROGRAMS offer great hands on practical experience in several areas. The Following Areas are still accepting Applications!!!
Conservation & Wildlife
Cosmetology
Firefighting & Emergency Services
Nursing
NEW TEACHER EDUCATION at THE UNIVERSITY of DUBUQUE
and Now Introducing a Culinary Experience Explorer Program at Catfish Charlie’s
See School Counseling office for more information!!!
JOBS
Dubuque Specialty Care is looking for part time workers for dietary aide positions. Starting wages are $9 an hour ~ Must be 16. Stop in guidance for details.
Sam's Club is looking for part time workers - must be 16 ~ starting pay is $10 per hour. Apply online or in the store.
Other openings include Chipolte, Long Horn Saddlery, McDonald’s, Shopko, and Sundown.
ACTIVITIES
STUDENTS: If you are interested in going out for a Winter Sport – you need to stop by the Activities Office to get signed up. Winter Sports include: Boys Basketball and Wrestling.
Winter Sports start in the beginning of November, so please get signed up early – DON’T wait until the last minute! IF you participated in one of these sports last year – you STILL need to come to the Activities Office to sign up.
COLLEGE VISITS FOR THE MONTH OF NOVEMBER OUTSIDE OF THE CAFETERIA
November 8th 11:15 a.m. Luther College
November 15th 11:15 a.m. Western Illinois University
November 29th 11:15 a.m. Loras College
