Announcements 1-15-2020
Congratulations to the Middle School Archery team. They placed 1st in the Maynard Bullseye Invitational Tournament over the weekend. Congratulations to the Sr High School Archery Team for finishing 2nd in the Maynard Bullseye Invitational Tournament. Connor Jordan placed 3rd overall.
There will be Archery practice today at 4:30 at the elementary school.
Please excuse Emma Graddy and Braden Taylor from class at 11:25 on Friday, January 17th to come to the Band room. They are attending a band clinic at Arkansas State University in Jonesboro for the rest of the day.
Students interested in applying for the "Future Agents in Training" classes, see Mrs. Amber. The classes will be April 10, 17, and 24th in Fort Smith, AR. Applications are due Feb 6. You must be 16 years old to enroll.
Jr and Sr High Chess practice begins on Tuesday, January 7th immediately after school in Ms. Penny Toombs room until 4:15.
FCCLA meeting Wednesday, January 15 in the FCS room during activity period for all FCCLA members.
***Juniors: If you are planning on participating in Prom this year, you must pay your dues by February 28. Only Juniors with at least $40 dues paid will be able to vote for prom themes and participate on committees.
A representative from Williams Baptist University will be here on Jan 29 during activity period in the library for seniors and juniors interested in attending that college.
The Beta yearbook picture will be taken in the new gym on Tuesday, January 21.
Who's Who Assembly will be Tuesday, January 21.
There are 13 students who will be are going to the state Beta convention and will be out all day on Thursday and Friday, January 23 and 24. Madison Arenaz, Taylor Blackwell, Emberleigh Clenney, Shianne Higdon, Tessa Holcomb, Kassidy Krause, Shawnee Latimer, Taylor Seal, Skylar Stone, Jake Toombs, Lily Wagster, Olivia Woolard, and Rebecca Woolery.
These students will attend the FBLA District Leadership Conference on Thursday, January 23. Please excuse them all day: Mycah Blascoe, Natalie Boyd, Reece Dotson, Rosie Garcia, Elise Gossett, Anna Haley, Micha Harrell, Shianne Higdon, Tessa Holcomb, Kassidy Krause, Paylee Myhre, Tyson Peters, Madison Rahn, Brooke Roberts, Taylor Seal, Chandler Smart, Skylar Stone, Carlie Vancil, Jacob Williams, Maggie Williams, Madison Arenaz, Hayden Blue, Trey Cavaness, Matthew Cheshire, Nicky Dalton, Braden Deckard, Austin Fair, Rylea Harmon, Jacob Johnson, Emma Langley, Mary Lucas, Katelyn Robertson, Hunter Smith, Hailey Thompson, Libertei Walker, Olivia Woolard, and Rebecca Woolery.
SPORTS THIS WEEK: Wednesday - Girls at Corning FNB Tournament--Thursday- 7th/Jr/Sr Girls at Gosnell, Dismiss at 2:40-Thursday Boys at Corning FNB Tournament -Friday - 7th/Jr/Sr Boys vs. Gosnell at Home (HOMECOMING)
Homecoming Assembly will be at 1:45 Friday in the New Gym. Homecoming Pep Rally will follow the assembly. Royalty will be dismissed at 11:00 on Friday morning.
Homecoming Spirit Days- Homecoming in next Friday, Jan. 17
- Wednesday - Cowboy vs. Alien - Dress like a cowboy or an alien
- Thursday- 'Merica Day - Wear Red, White, and Blue
- Friday - Spirit Day - Show your Mohawk Pride -Wear Red and Black
Reminder from Mr. Seegraves: Pajama bottoms, pajama tops, house shoes, and blankets are NOT permitted per student handbook.
LOST AND FOUND: There are several items that have been turned in to the office. If you are missing a jacket or other item, please check in the office ASAP.
MICROWAVES IN THE CAFETERIA - Students please wipe out the microwaves in the cafeteria after using. This is not the cafeteria workers responsibility. If you use the microwaves, please help us to be able to keep them by doing your part. Thank you.
***SENIORS...SENIORS...SENIORS...SENIORS...SENIORS...SENIORS***
Seniors: The License2Howl scholarship application will be available from Dec 1, 2019 - Feb 1, 2020. See Mrs. Amber for the link or you can contact Tara Thomason at 870-972-2718, or tthomason@astate.edu
“B. Davis Scholarship” - The creators of the “Student Award Search Aid” website are offering a scholarship for 2020. Please visit our website at http://www.studentawardsearch.com/scholarships.htm to read about us and to apply for our scholarship. While you’re there, please browse through the rest of the site to learn more about applying for scholarships. Our website was developed solely for the purpose of helping students locate and apply for scholarships. We are trying to improve the students’ chances for success. The site is free and we charge nothing for the information or the application. The deadline for applications is May 22, 2020 ----Amount of Scholarship: $1,000 If you have any questions, please feel free to contact us at awards@studentawardsearch.com
The National School Plant Management Association (NSPMA) seeks to assist qualified students who are continuing their education by offering scholarships to those pursuing an Associates or Bachelor degree. Individual scholarships may range from $500 up to $1,500 depending on the candidate’s interest, evaluation results, and recommendation from the NSPMA Scholarship Committee. Click on link below for application packet for (NSPMA). NSPMA Scholarship 2020
Seniors: Williams Baptist University is offering a Williams Works program. This is a work initiative starting next fall at Williams Baptist University that will cover the cost of education and give you the opportunity to graduate debt free. The student needs to apply for admissions and the Williams Works program. The minimum ACT is a 19 and they must have their FAFSA complete by January.
Seniors: SEMO is hosting Show Me Days on Feb 17 and March 28. You can register at semo.edu/showmeday
Seniors: If you are a child, grandchild, or great grandchild of an American Legionnaire. Stepchildren of living Legionnaires may apply if their parent is currently married to the Legion member. Children, grandchildren, and great grandchildren of deceased Legionnaires are also eligible. See Mrs. Amber for an application. Application and documents must be received by March 13, 2020.
LUNCH MENU-
WEDNESDAY, Jan 15--Breakfast-WG French Toast Sticks, Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese, Assorted Cereal, Assorted Fruit Juice, Pineapple Tidbits
Lunch--Scrambled Eggs, Sausage, Gravy, Biscuit, Fruit Mix, Tator Tots- Ala' Carte -Pepp. Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Chicken Sandwich
THURSDAY, Jan 16-Breakfast-Breakfast Pizza, Assorted Cereal, Assorted Fruit Juice, Fruit Mix
Lunch-Cheeseburger, Baked Chips, Frozen Strawberry Cups, Salad-Ala' Carte =Pepp. Pizza, Cheese Pizza
FRIDAY, Jan 17-Breakfast-Pancake Bites, Low Fat Mozzarella String Cheese, Assorted Cereal, Assorted Fruit Juice, Blueberries
Lunch-Chili Cheese Tots & Frito's, Apple Slices, Green Beans, Salad=Ala' Carte-Pepp. Pizza, Cheese Pizza, Chicken Fingers