MS/HS Bulletin April 30

Student Council picture today, in the library, during advisory.  Please check in with your advisory teacher before going to the library. 

 

Varsity track pictures will be taken today after school.  Please bring your entire uniform.  Extra picture forms are in the office. 

 

Cheer tryouts will be Friday, May 9^th after school around 3:45.

 

Groton JH Track Meet will be Friday May 2^nd.   

 

Concession stand workers needed for the JO volleyball tournament on May 10th from 8:00-3:00.  Remember, this is a great way to accumulate community service hours which look great on scholarship applications!  If interested sign up in the office.  Thanks!

 

Football meeting for grades 8-11 today, right after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom.   Bring your Football Camp Registration to the meeting. 

 

2^nd Annual 5K Walk/Run or Bike is Saturday, May 17.  There are registration forms in the office.  This is a fundraising event for the Groton Destination Imagination teams traveling to Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee, May 21 – 24.  To be guaranteed a t-shirt you must register by May 1^st otherwise you can register the day of the event.

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Seibel everyday this week. 

 

Congratulations to Joellen G and Wyatt S for being selected as the American Legion Citizenship award recipients.  One high school senior boy and girl are selected yearly based on honor, courage, scholarship, leadership and service.

 

Congratulations to Mason M and Parker R for receiving the Brenda Harms Memorial Scholarships

 

Congratulations to Reilly E for receiving the Eastern Star Scholarship. 

 

Congratulations to the seniors who qualified for the Department of Labor National Career

Readiness Certificates:  Riley H (bronze), Wyatt L (silver), Braden M

(silver), Waylon S (silver), Tyler W (silver), Nathan W (silver), Tyler

W (gold), Tomas Y (bronze)  Photos will be taken today.

Peer tutor photos will be taken today during advisory.  Thank you for all of your hard work:  Camille S, Alec O, Darac H, Regan L, Haley U, Maddie C.Joellen G

MS/HS Bulletin April 29

No Soccer in Aberdeen today (Tuesday).

 

Juniors – Rose Waage wanted to thank you for the TV that she won at the 80’s fund raiser drawing. 

 

Football meeting for grades 8-11 on Wednesday, right after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom.   Bring your Football Camp Registration to the meeting. 

 

The Parker  high school art department has been selected as a semi-finalist in the VANS Custom Culture shoe contest.  We need as many votes as possible to make it to the next level for a chance to win $50,000 and a trip to New York!   Please visit our website at http://parker.k12.sd.us and click the big red "Vote Now" button.  We are in the Northwest region.   Only 1 vote from each IP address so people will have to vote outside the school and on their smartphones.

 

The kitchen is missing 3 sets of tongs.  If you borrowed them please return them.  Thank you.

 

2^nd Annual 5K Walk/Run or Bike is Saturday, May 17.  There are registration forms in the office.  This is a fundraising event for the Groton Destination Imagination teams traveling to Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee, May 21 – 24.  To be guaranteed a t-shirt you must register by May 1^st otherwise you can register the day of the event.

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Seibel everyday this week. 

 

Congratulations to Joellen G and Wyatt S for being selected as the American Legion Citizenship award recipients.  One high school senior boy and girl are selected yearly based on honor, courage, scholarship, leadership and service.

 

Grade 12:  Please see Mrs. Sternhagen:  Olivia L

MS/HS Bulletin April 25

Student Bulletin

 

There will be Grand March practice today during advisory.  Please check in with your advisory teacher before going to the gym. 

 

Grand March will start at 8:00 p.m. on Saturday.

 

The kitchen is missing 3 sets of tongs.  If you borrowed them please return them.  Thank you.

 

Reminder of the T-Dap Clinic today from 1:00 – 3:00 in the office for students ages 11-14.  If you plan to get the vaccine you must turn in your permission form. 

 

The MS/HS Spring Concert will be May 8 at 7:00 p.m.

 

2^nd Annual 5K Walk/Run or Bike is Saturday, May 17.  There are registration forms in the office.  This is a fundraising event for the Groton Destination Imagination teams traveling to Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee, May 21 – 24.  To be guaranteed a t-shirt you must register by May 1^st otherwise you can register the day of the event.

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Dennert everyday this week. 

 

Today is the last day to order a yearbook.

 

Please see Mrs. Sternhagen:  Olivia L, Sydney T

 

Congratulations to the Students of the month for March:   Katlyn K, Samantha M, Kate Kate P, Gabrielle K, Hailey H, Matt K, and Halle D.  Photos will be taken today during advisory in the school counseling office.  Bring your profiles. 

 

Congratulations to the seniors who qualified for the Department of Labor National

Career Readiness Certificates:  Riley H (bronze), Wyatt L (silver), Braden M

(silver), Waylon S (silver), Tyler W (silver), Nathan W (silver), Tyler

W (gold), Tomas Y (bronze).  Pictures will be taken Monday. 

 

Smarter Balanced Testing – last day today!

April 25  8^th ELA PT conference room, Group 2 in morning, Group 1 in afternoon

 

Grade 11: ACT registration for the June 14th test is due online by May 9 Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You can test in Aberdeen.  Be sure to list Groton as your home school.  Remember you must upload a photo to register and then print the admission ticket.  Fee waivers are available – stop by the GO.

 

Grades 11-12:  Please return ACT/PSAT books to Mrs. Sternhagen: Parker R, Devon P, Bailee T,  Luke S,  Chance S

MS/HS Bulletin April 23

Congratulations to the Groton math students who participated in last week's NSU Mathematics Contest for earning second place as a school in the AA/A division!  530 students from 31 schools in three states (North and South Dakota and Minnesota) participated in the event.  To determine school rank, the highest score on each of the four tests was taken to compute each school's result. 

 

Reminder of the T-Dap Clinic on Friday from 1:00 – 3:00 in the office for students ages 11-14.  If you plan to get the vaccine you must turn in your permission form. 

 

The MS/HS Spring Concert will be May 8 at 7:00 p.m.

 

DI will be doing a fundraiser at the Dairy Queen on Thursday, April 24 from 5-8 pm.    Proceeds from this event will go to help fund the DI teams traveling to Global Finals in Knoxville, TN at the end of May

 

2^nd Annual 5K Walk/Run or Bike is Saturday, May 17.  There are registration forms in the office.  This is a fundraising event for the Groton Destination Imagination teams traveling to Global Finals in Knoxville, Tennessee, May 21 – 24.  To be guaranteed a t-shirt you must register by May 1^st otherwise you can register the day of the event.

 

Today is Hat Day in an effort to help out Mr. Podoll.   A minimum of one dollar donation can be dropped off at the office.   Thank you!

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Dennert everyday this week. 

 

Every Junior going to prom must sign-up to bring food to prom.  The sign-up sheet is in the library.  If you do not sign-up you will be assigned a food item to bring. 

 

* If you would like to model your prom dress in the FCCLA Style Show on Thursday May 1 at 7:00, there is a sign-up sheet in the FACS room.

 

* If you are interested in being one of the talent performances during the FCCLA Style Show.  Please talk to Mrs. Tietz.

 

See Mrs. Stauch if you are still interested in ordering a yearbook.  You must order before Friday, April 25.  The cost is $50.

 

Grade 12:  See Mrs. Sternhagen:  Olivia L

 

Grades 10-11:  Free Summer Health Academy at Avera St. Lukes and Presentation.  Learn about athletic training, cardiopulmonary, laboratory, nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory therapy, social work, speech therapy and surgery.  June 2—4 or June 4-6.  Fill out form, essay, recommendation from a teacher/counselor who knows you well, and transcript (request from office).  Deadline is April 25.  Forms will be available in English or from Mrs. Sternhagen.

 

Smarter Balanced Testing

Schedule by Date

April 23                       6^th Math, 6^th rooms

April 23-25                  8^th ELA, Conference Rooms

April 23                       8^th ELA Non PT Conference Room, Group 1 in morning, Group 2

                                    in afternoon

April 24                       8^th ELA  Classroom Activity

April 25                       8^th ELA PT conference room, Group 2 in morning, Group 1 in

                                    afternoon

 

Grade 11 and 12:  ACT registration for the June 14th test is due online by May 9 Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You can test in Aberdeen.  Be sure to list Groton as your home school.  Remember you must upload a photo to register and then print the admission ticket.  Fee waivers are available – stop by the GO.  Juniors please see Mrs. Sternhagen.

 

Grades 11-12:  Please return ACT/PSAT books to Mrs. Sternhagen: Tyra L,  Parker R, Devon P, Bailee T,  Luke S,  Taylor G, Chance S

MS/HS Bulletin April 17

Congratulations to the following students for earning honorable mention status at the 61st Annual Northern State University Mathematics Contest on Wednesday:

Senior Math:  Luke S and Jacob M

Algebra I:  Lexie H, Alex S, Nathan F, and Madilyn W

 

DI will be doing a fundraiser at the Dairy Queen on Thursday, April 24 from 5-8 pm.    Proceeds from this event will go to help fund the DI teams traveling to Global Finals in Knoxville, TN at the end of May

 

In a good-will effort to help out Mr. Podoll (Mr. Franken's student teacher), wear a hat on Wednesday, April 23  in support!  A minimum of one dollar donation can be dropped off at the office.   Several weeks ago a man driving under the influence drove a vehicle directly through Mr. Podoll's dining room moments before he and his family were to sit down for dinner.  Mr. Podoll's family was not seriously injured, but he could use our help.  Thank you!

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Kippley everyday this week. 

 

 There are a few circus tickets available to any 7th or 8^th graders that will use them.  First come, first serve.

 

Prom picture sign-up is in the library today.  One person from each couple needs to be present during the sign-up.   

 

Prom and Post Prom sign-up is in the library.  Every couple attending prom will need to bring a $40 deposit by Wednesday.   If you attend post prom your deposit will be returned.  If you do not, you will not get your money back.  Checks are preferred.  Couples can pay separately or together. 

 

* If you would like to model your prom dress in the FCCLA Style Show on Thursday May 1 at 7:00, there is a sign-up sheet in the FACS room.

 

* If you are interested in being one of the talent performances during the FCCLA Style Show.  Please talk to Mrs. Tietz.

 

See Mrs. Stauch if you are still interested in ordering a yearbook.  You must order before Friday.  The cost is $50.

 

 Please see Mrs. Sternhagen:  Olivia L, Luke S

 

Grade 12:  Any seniors wishing to make changes to the Seniors on the Move Wall Display please let Mrs. Sternhagen know today.

 

Grade11:  Any student signed up for elearning or College courses next fall (Dual Credit - was discussed Thursday during English)  see Mrs. Sternhagen today.    

 

Grades 7-12  High School soccer boys:  2013 Highlight video – see Luke Sternhagen if you want one. 

 

Smarter Balanced Testing

Schedule by Date

April 17                       8^th Math PT Group 2 in morning, group 1 in afternoon in

                                    Mrs. Hanson’s room

April 17                       11^th Math Non-PT, Conference Room, Group 1 in morning, Group

                                    2 in afternoon

April 22                       11^th Math classroom and PT, conference room, Group 2 in

                                    morning, Group 1 in afternoon

April 22-24                  6^th Math, 6^th rooms

April 23-25                  8^th ELA, Conference Rooms

April 23                       8^th ELA Non PT Conference Room, Group 1 in morning, Group 2

                                    in afternoon

April 24                       8^th ELA  Classroom Activity

April 25                       8^th ELA PT conference room, Group 2 in morning, Group 1 in              

                                    afternoon            

MS/HS Bulletin April 15

Student Bulletin

 

Congratulations to Tage T, Kerri P and Erin T for winning first and Nathan F, Trey W, Gabbie K, and Frankie W for winning second in the state eCybermission contest. The first place team members each receive a $1000 savings bond and each member of the second place team receives a $500 savings bond. Winning members be sure to get your forms to Mrs. Gonsoir by Wednesday.

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Kippley everyday this week. 

 

 There are a few circus tickets available to any 7th or 8^th graders that will use them.  First come, first serve.

 

Elementary PAC has t-shirt order forms in the High School office.  Aubray H is the designer for this year’s t-shirts.  Please have payment turned into the office today. 

 

Prom picture sign-up is in the library today.  One person from each couple needs to be present during the sign-up.   

 

Prom and Post Prom sign-up is in the library.  Every couple attending prom will need to bring a $40 deposit by Wednesday.   If you attend post prom your deposit will be returned.  If you do not, you will not get your money back.  Checks are preferred.  Couples can pay separately or together. 

 

If you have already signed up for prom and did not indicate if you are going to post prom you must do this by Wednesday. 

 

* If you would like to model your prom dress in the FCCLA Style Show on Thursday May 1 at 7:00, there is a sign-up sheet in the FACS room.

 

* If you are interested in being one of the talent performances during the FCCLA Style Show.  Please talk to Mrs. Tietz.

 

See Mrs. Stauch if you are still interested in ordering a yearbook.  You must order before Friday.  The cost is $50.

 

Good luck to the track team today at the Rob Luecke Invitational.  The track team will be dismissed at 10:30 a.m.  Workers will be dismissed at 11:30 a.m.

 

Grade11:  Any student signed up for e-learning or College courses next fall (Dual Credit - was discussed Thursday during English)  see Mrs. Sternhagen today.    

 

Grades 10-11:  Free Summer Health Academy at Avera St. Lukes and Presentation.  Learn about athletic training, cardiopulmonary, laboratory, nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory therapy, social work, speech therapy and surgery.  June 2—4 or June 4-6.  Fill out form, essay, recommendation from a teacher/counselor who knows you well, and transcript (request from office).  Deadline is April 25.  Forms will be available in English or from Mrs. Sternhagen.

 

Grades 11-12:  CNA Camp in Aberdeen.  Become a certified CNA – great for future nurses and medical professionals.  http://www.nesdahec.org/announcements/certified-nurse-assistant-camp  (June 2-13, 2014). 

 

Grades 6-12:  3^rd Quarter Honor Roll is posted outside the School Counseling Office.

 

Grades 7-12  High School soccer boys:  2013 Highlight video – see Luke S if you want one. 

 

Smarter Balanced Testing

April 15-16                  6^th ELA, 6^th rooms

April 15                       7^th Math, Conference Room

                                    Groups have changed due to the junior high track meet.

                                    April 15 non-track will test in the morning and track in the pm

April 16-17                  8^th Math, Conference Room

April 16                       8^th Math Non PT Group 1 in morning, group 2 in afternoon in

                                    conference

April 17                       8^th Math PT Group 2 in morning, group 1 in afternoon in

                                    conference

April 17                       11^th Math Non-PT, Conference Room, Group 1 in morning, Group

                                    2 in afternoon

April 22                       11^th Math classroom and PT, conference room, Group 2 in

                                    morning, Group 1 in afternoon

           

Grades 11-12:  Please return ACT/PSAT books to Mrs. S, Tyra L,  Sadie H, Parker R, Devon P, Bailee T, Brianna M,  Luke S,  Taylor G

 

Grade 12:  Please see Mrs. Sternhagen:  Olivia L and Sadie H.  Any seniors wishing to make changes to the Seniors on the Move Wall Display please let Mrs. Sternhagen know by Friday. 

MS/HS Bulletin April 14

Tomorrow is the Rob Luecke Invitational, if you are planning to attend, please plan ahead and get parent permission, a make-up slip and your homework assignments today. 

 

We are looking for a black bag with pink handles full of track clothes and track shoes.  If you know where it is, please let the office know.   

 

No JH track meet today at Milbank.  It has been cancelled.

 

Jr. High students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Mrs. Kippley everyday this week. 

 

Dress Code
Clothing that is too revealing or distracting is not appropriate and should not be worn during school or at school functions.  This includes but is not limited to tank tops, shirts, jeans, shorts, and dresses.  Shirts/dresses with spaghetti straps or only one strap are not allowed.  Bare skin should not be visible between the bottom of the shirt and the top of the pant/shorts.  As a general rule, if in doubt, it's probably not appropriate.  Shorts are permitted.  Please use good judgment.
You will be sent to the office and sent home to change if your clothing is not appropriate. 

 

Lunch line order will change today:  1^st Lunch – 6, 8, 7     2^nd Lunch – 12, 11, 10, 9

 

There are a few circus tickets available to any 7th or 8^th graders that will use them.  First come, first serve.

 

Elementary PAC has t-shirt order forms in the High School office.  Aubray H is the designer for this year’s t-shirts.  Please have payment turned into the office no later than Tuesday, April 15^th. 

 

Prom picture sign-up will be in the library Tuesday, April 15, starting at 8:00 A.M. One person from each couple needs to be present during the sign-up.   

 

Prom and Post Prom sign-up is in the library.  Every couple attending prom will need to bring a $40 deposit.   If you attend post prom your deposit will be returned.  If you do not, you will not get your money back.  Checks are preferred.  Couples can pay separately or together.  Sign-up by Monday.

 

* If you would like to model your prom dress in the FCCLA Style Show on Thursday May 1 at 7:00, there is a sign-up sheet in the FACS room.

 

* If you are interested in being one of the talent performances during the FCCLA Style Show.  Please talk to Mrs. Tietz.

 

See Mrs. Stauch if you are still interested in ordering a yearbook.  You must order before April 25.  The cost is $50.

 

Grades 10-11:  Free Summer Health Academy at Avera St. Lukes and Presentation.  Learn about athletic training, cardiopulmonary, laboratory, nursing, occupational therapy, pharmacy, physical therapy, radiology, respiratory therapy, social work, speech therapy and surgery.  June 2—4 or June 4-6.  Fill out form, essay, recommendation from a teacher/counselor who knows you well, and transcript (request from office).  Deadline is April 25.  Forms will be available in English or from Mrs. Sternhagen.

 

Grades 6-12:  3^rd Quarter Honor Roll is posted outside the School Counseling Office.

 

Grades 7-12  High School soccer boys:  2013 Highlight video – see Luke S if you want one. 

 

Smarter Balanced/DSTEP Testing

April 14                       11^th Science, Science Rooms, during science class

April 14-16                  6^th ELA, 6^th rooms

April 14-15                  7^th Math, Conference Room

                                    Groups have changed due to the junior high track meet.

7^th grade track will test in the morning on April 14 and non-track will test in pm.

                                    April 15 non-track will test in the morning and track in the pm

April 14                       7^th Math Non PT, Group 1 in morning, group 2 in afternoon, in

                                    conference

April 15                       7^th Math PT Group 2 in morning, group 1 in afternoon in

                                    conference

April 16-17                  8^th Math, Conference Room

April 16                       8^th Math Non PT Group 1 in morning, group 2 in afternoon in

                                    conference

April 17                       8^th Math PT Group 2 in morning, group 1 in afternoon in

                                    Math room

April 17                       11^th Math Non-PT, Conference Room, Group 1 in morning, Group

                                    2 in afternoon

 

Grade11:  Any student signed up for elearning or College courses next fall (Dual Credit - was discussed Thursday during English)  see Mrs. Sternhagen today. 

MS/HS Bulletin April 9

Emmanuel Lutheran Church confirmation students heading to the movie in Aberdeen right after school today meet in the northwest corner of the school parking lot closest to the football field. 

 

Congratulations to Reilly E for making the 3rd team all state basketball team

 

Prom picture sign-up will be in the library next Tuesday, April 15, starting at 8:00 A.M. One person from each couple needs to be present during the sign-up.   

 

Prom and Post Prom sign-up is in the library.  Each couple will need to bring a $40 deposit.  Checks are preferred.  If you go to post prom your deposit will be returned.  Couples can pay separately or together.  Sign-up by Friday. 

 

The United Methodist Youth Group will meet today at 7:00.  

 

Show Choir Members remember to get your 2 baskets together for the silent auction at the POPS Concert. Bring them to the school by 12:00 on Sunday. 

 

* If you would like to model your prom dress in the FCCLA Style Show on Thursday May 1 at 7:00, there is a sign-up sheet in the FACS room.

 

* If you are interested in being one of the talent performances during the FCCLA Style Show.  Please talk to Mrs. Tietz.

 

Middle School students that are on the ineligibility list must check in with Cheryl Hanson after school all week.

 

Pops Concert tickets are on sale at Lori's Pharmacy and at the High School Office.  They are $5 in advance.  Tickets are also available at the door for $7.  The Pops Concert is on Sunday, April 13th at 2:00 and 7:00.  Doors open one hour prior to the performance and there will be no reserved seating.

 

See Mrs. Stauch if you are still interested in ordering a yearbook.  You must order before April 25.  The cost is $50.

 

Grades 6-12:  3^rd Quarter Honor Roll is posted outside the School Counseling Office.

 

Mrs. Sternhagen will be testing on Wednesday all day.

 

Smarter Balanced Testing:  Please be present.

Schedule by Date

April 9                         7^th ELA PT  Group 2 in morning, group 1 in afternoon in

 conference

April 9-10-14              11^th Science, Science Rooms, during science class

April 9-10                    8^th Science, Science  Rooms, during science class

 

English Day 3: Performance  Testing

Morning

                        Group 1           Go to class as usual

                        Group 2           Test in conference room

                        Afternoon                   

                        Group 1           Test in conference room

                        Group 2           Go to class as usual

 

Grades 11-12:   Reminder of things to do for the ACT Test on Saturday, April 12 at Groton.  Bring your admission ticket and a driver’s license (photo ID), 2 calculators, pencils with erasers, a watch, and possibly a water bottle.  Be sure and show up at the testing location at least 15 minutes early.  Stop by the GO if you need practice materials 

 

Grades 11-12:  Please return ACT/PSAT books to Mrs. Sternhagen: Alec O, Tyra L,  Sadie H, Parker R, Devon P, Bailee T, Brianna M, Amber S, Kennedy C, Luke S, Maryn H