Tuesday, May 16, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 16

Drivers Ed on Monday at 9:00 a.m.

ICU will meet in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom today after school (Tues.).

For any students interested in running Cross Country next year, there will be a short meeting in the gym after school on Wednesday.  If you cannot make it, talk to Mr. Franken.

If you plan to go to the Elementary Track and Field Day you must follow School Board Policy: 
Students are not allowed to attend regular school activities which are held during the school day unless they are watching a sibling, they are accompanied by a parent, and are not on the ineligibility list.  All students meeting the aforementioned criteria and who are planning on attending must have their parents notify the office at least one day in advance.  Any violations will result in an unexcused absence, this includes any K-12 classroom or co-curricular activity, unless it is approved by the principal.  All work must be completed prior to being excused. 

Anyone in grades 6-11 interested in wrestling next year, please meet Coach Zoellner in the wrestling room at 11:40 on Tuesday, May 16th.

All library books must be turned in today or you will be fined!!!!!

Students wanting to join the Iron Tiger Acceleration program this summer please turn your forms in to Mr. Thorson by Thursday.

Menu Changes -
Tuesday, May 16 will be hot dogs or brat, baked beans, potato chips, rice krispy bars.
Wednesday, May 17 will be cooks choice.

Any HS student interested in being on the flag corp team for the 2017-18 school year- there will be a meeting with Mrs. Yeigh during lunch on Tuesday May 16th. Bring your lunch down to the music room.

Attention ALL music students! If you are interested in taking summer lessons from Mrs. Yeigh or Mr. Fordham please return your slip and payment.

Talks on Wednesday.

7th and 8th Smarter Balanced Day will be Wednesday, May 17th.

Grades 6 and 8:  Reminder the 6th and 8th graders who earned the Principal’s Honor Roll awards will go to the arena lobby for pizza today, Tuesday, May 16, during lunch.
8th graders: Paxton Bonn, Kaden Carda, Tiara DeHoet, Tessa Erdmann, Alyssa Fordham, Braden Freeman, Jasmine Gengerke, Trey Gengerke, Brooklyn Gilbert, Alexis Hanten, Alexa Herr, Chandler Larson, Tanae Lipp, Dragr Monson, Hailey Monson, Alex Morris, Sage Mortenson, Samantha Pappas, Steven Paulson, Kale Pharis, Lucas Simon, Isaac Smith, Erin Unzen, Grace Wambach, Grace Wiedrick.
6th graders:   Kaleb Antonsen, Jackson Bahr, Carter Barse, Cole Bisbee, Ethan Clark, Jackson Dinger, Kamryn Fliehs, Shallyn Foertsch, Brooke Gengerke, Caleb Hanten, Aspen Johnson, Cade Larson, Tate Larson, Jacob Lewandowski, Andrew Marzahn, Cole Simon, Cadance Tullis, Ava Tunheim, Elliana Weismantel.

 Grades 6 -7-8:  The 6-8 Students of the Month will go to the DQ today, Tuesday, May 16, at 2:30.   The bus will be outside the office.  
Grade 6:  Jackson Dinger, Andrew Marzahn, Caleb Hanten, Kamryn Fliehs, Jacob Lewandowski, Kaleb Antonsen, Jackson Bahr, Cole Simon
Grade 7:  Jackson Cogley, Stella Meier, Seth Johnson, Megan Fliehs, Allyssa Locke, Madeline Fliehs, Trista Keith, Kennedy Anderson
Grade 8:  Erin Unzen, Alexis Hanten, Isaac Smith, Samantha Pappas, Sage Mortenson, Grace Wambach, Tanae Lipp, Regan Leicht
 
Grades 9 and 10:  On Wednesday you will have the chance to sign up for the Fall 2017 PSAT (grades 9 and 10) and the ASVAB (grade 10).  Please check the email that Mrs. Sternhagen sent to you on Wednesday for all of the details.

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 11:   Harleigh Stange
 
Teachers:

E-mail students or bring assignments to the office for:  

Middle School Absent:   Michael Aalseth, Madeline Fliehs, Porter Johnson, Kale Pharis

High School Absent:  Lexi Gustafson, Wyatt Locke, Sam Menzia, Madison Sippel, Alex Stange

Seniors don’t need to be marked absent.  Thank you!


Tuesday, May 16 – 10th and 11th check in computer
Wednesday, May 17 – Seniors graduation practice
                                  7th and 8th Smarter Balanced Day
Thursday, May 18 – Last day of school – Dismissal time 12:10

Monday, May 15, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 15

For any students interested in running Cross Country next year, there will be a short meeting in the gym after school on Wednesday.  If you cannot make it, talk to Mr. Franken.

If you plan to go to the Elementary Track and Field Day you must follow School Board Policy: 
Students are not allowed to attend regular school activities which are held during the school day unless they are watching a sibling, they are accompanied by a parent, and are not on the ineligibility list.  All students meeting the aforementioned criteria and who are planning on attending must have their parents notify the office at least one day in advance.  Any violations will result in an unexcused absence, this includes any K-12 classroom or co-curricular activity, unless it is approved by the principal.  All work must be completed prior to being excused. 

Anyone in grades 6-11 interested in wrestling next year, please meet Coach Zoellner in the wrestling room at 11:40 on Tuesday, May 16th.

All library books must be turned in today or you will be fined!!!!!

Students wanting to join the Iron Tiger Acceleration program this summer please turn your forms in to Mr. Thorson by Thursday.

Mr. Helvig’s 3rd hour will meet in Mr. Kurth’s classroom today (Mon.).

Menu Changes -
Tuesday, May 16 will be hot dogs or brat, baked beans, potato chips, rice krispy bars.
Wednesday, May 17 will be cooks choice.

Any HS student interested in being on the flag corp team for the 2017-18 school year- there will be a meeting with Mrs. Yeigh during lunch on Tuesday May 16th. Bring your lunch down to the music room.

Attention ALL music students! If you are interested in taking summer lessons from Mrs. Yeigh or Mr. Fordham please return your slip and payment by Monday.

Students--if your shorts are too short or other clothing inappropriate you will be sent to the office to change or you will go home to change your clothes.  If you are unsure if they are too short, stop down and I will be happy to assist you.

Computer Check-in Dates
9th and start 10th – Monday, May 15
finish 10th and 11th – Tuesday, May 16

Last day to order your High School yearbook will be Monday, May 15.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Talks on Wednesday.

7th and 8th Smarter Balanced Day will be Wednesday, May 17th.

 Grades 6 and 8:  Reminder the 6th and 8th graders who earned the Principal’s Honor Roll awards will go to the arena lobby for pizza on Tuesday during lunch.   The 6-8 Students of the Month will go to the DQ on Tuesday at 2:30
 
The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Turner Webb,
Grade 11:   Harleigh Stange,
 
Grades 9 and 10:  Next week Wednesday you will have the chance to sign up for the Fall 2017 PSAT (grades 9 and 10) and the ASVAB (grade 10).  Please check the email that Mrs. Sternhagen sent to you on Wednesday for all of the details.
Teachers:

E-mail students or bring assignments to the office for:  

Middle School Absent:   Tessa Erdmann, Porter Johnson, Connor Lehman, Kale Pharis

High School Absent:  Thomas Cranford, Jenny Doeden, Jennifer Feljestad, Alex Graf, Lexi Gustafson, Marshall Lane, Grady O’Neill, MacKenzie Patton, Hunter Schaller, Madison Sippel, Alex Stange

Seniors don’t need to be marked absent.  Thank you!

Monday, May 15 – 9th  and 10th check in computers
                            - Seniors grades due by noon
Tuesday, May 16 – 10th and 11th check in computer
Wednesday, May 17 – Seniors graduation practice
                                  7th and 8th Smarter Balanced Day
Thursday, May 18 – Last day of school – Dismissal time 12:10

Wednesday, May 10, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 10

Students--if your shorts are too short or other clothing inappropriate you will be sent to the office to change or you will go home to change your clothes.  If you are unsure if they are too short, stop down and I will be happy to assist you.

13-14 junior teeners and Jr. Legion please meet in the library for a quick meeting at 3:30 on Wednesday, May 10.

There will be a lifeguard meeting on Wednesday, May 10 @ 5:30 in the Library.

Students who plan to attend Table Talks on Wednesday you must be in your session by 1:00, no exceptions.  You will not be able to enter late and disrupt the speaker.

Seniors should be checking with Mrs. Morehouse to see if they have any fines or fees that are due.

There will be a short football meeting on Wednesday after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom for boys’ in grades 8-11.

Seniors who will need their graduation robes for Mass on May 14th must have them checked out and in Dr. Schwan's office by the end of the day on May 11th.

Computer Check-in Dates
6th, 7th and 8th Thursday, May 11
9th and start 10th – Monday, May 15
finish 10th and 11th – Tuesday, May 16

All library books are due on or before May 12!

If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

Last day to order your High School yearbook will be Monday, May 15.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Talks on Wednesday.

Good luck to the HS Track Team today at Britton.  Dismissal time is 11:30.

Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2017 who earned the Principal's Honor Roll Award at Groton Area High School.   To be eligible for this award, the seniors had to be on the honor roll at Groton Area High School every quarter for four years. They are:  Paityn Bonn, Nathan Fjelstad, Patrick Gengerke, Kate Helmer, Landon Marzahn, Keri Pappas, and Erin Smith.  These students will have Jungle pizza for lunch on Thursday, May 11 in the arena lobby. 
 
The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Congratulations to the following scholarship and award recipients:
Orval and Bernice Smith Memorial – Hai Ku
Eastern Star – Landon Marzahn
Kay and David Donovan Memorial Scholarship – Jessica Adler
Renee McKiver Memorial – Tage Taylor
Jerald W. Peterson Memorial – Whitney Voss, McClain Lone, Heather Lone
Tom and Barbara Paepke Career in Agriculture Scholarship – Patrick Gengerke
Tom and Barbara Paepke Fine Arts Scholarship – Whitney Voss
Rob Luecke Memorial – Sean Schuring

Tuesday, May 9, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 9

Students--if your shorts are too short or other clothing inappropriate you will be sent to the office to change or you will go home to change your clothes.  If you are unsure if they are too short, stop down and I will be happy to assist you.

13-14 junior teeners and Jr. Legion please meet in the library for a quick meeting at 3:30 on Wednesday, May 10.

There will be a lifeguard meeting on Wednesday, May 10 @ 5:30 in the Library.

Students who plan to attend Table Talks on Wednesday you must be in your session by 1:00, no exceptions.  You will not be able to enter late and disrupt the speaker.

Seniors should be checking with Mrs. Morehouse to see if they have any fines or fees that are due.

There will be a short football meeting on Wednesday after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom for boys’ in grades 8-11.

ICU will be in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom after school today (Tues.).

Seniors who will need their graduation robes for Mass on May 14th must have them checked out and in Dr. Schwan's office by the end of the day on May 11th.

Computer Check-in Dates
6th, 7th and 8th Thursday, May 11
9th and start 10th – Monday, May 15
finish 10th and 11th – Tuesday, May 16

All library books are due on or before May 12!

If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

Last day to order your High School yearbook will be Monday, May 15.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Talks on Wednesday.

Good luck to the HS Track Team today at Britton.  Dismissal time is 11:30.

Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2017 who earned the Principal's Honor Roll Award at Groton Area High School.   To be eligible for this award, the seniors had to be on the honor roll at Groton Area High School every quarter for four years. They are:  Paityn Bonn, Nathan Fjelstad, Patrick Gengerke, Kate Helmer, Landon Marzahn, Keri Pappas, and Erin Smith.  These students will have Jungle pizza for lunch on Thursday, May 11 in the arena lobby. 
 
The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Congratulations to the following scholarship and award recipients:
Orval and Bernice Smith Memorial – Hai Ku
Eastern Star – Landon Marzahn
Kay and David Donovan Memorial Scholarship – Jessica Adler
Renee McKiver Memorial – Tage Taylor
Jerald W. Peterson Memorial – Whitney Voss, McClain Lone, Heather Lone
Tom and Barbara Paepke Career in Agriculture Scholarship – Patrick Gengerke
Tom and Barbara Paepke Fine Arts Scholarship – Whitney Voss
Rob Luecke Memorial – Sean Schuring


Teachers:

E-mail students or bring assignments to the office for:  

Middle School Absent:   Megan Fliehs, Alexis Hanten, Trevor Harry

High School Absent:  Tevin Abeln, Brett Benda, Braiden Craig, Halley Cranford, Thomas Cranford, Doug Dobbins, Dillon Freeman, Patrick Gengerke, Joe Groeblinghoff, Taylor Holm, Hunter Schaller, Alex Stange,


Wednesday, May 10 – Post to Ineligibility #4
Thursday, May 11 – 6th , 7th  and 8th  check in computers
Friday, May 12 – Seniors Last Day
Monday, May 15 – 9th  and 10th check in computers
                            - Seniors grades due by noon
Tuesday, May 16 – 10th and 11th check in computer
Wednesday, May 17 – Seniors graduation practice
Thursday, May 18 – Last day of school – Dismissal time 12:10

Monday, May 8, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 8

Seniors should be checking with Mrs. Morehouse to see if they have any fines or fees that are due.

There will be a short football meeting on Wednesday after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom for boys’ in grades 8-11.

ICU will be in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom after school today (Mon.) and tomorrow (Tues.).

Congratulations to the JH Band for receiving a superior rating from all 3 judges at MS Band Contest. The students earned 39 superior ratings on their solos. A special congratulations goes out to the students that received a I+ rating: Rease Jandel (Bass Clarinet), Braden Freeman (Tuba), Erin Unzen (Trumpet), and Hunter Kassube (Trumpet). Great job!!

Seniors who will need their graduation robes for Mass on May 14th must have them checked out and in Dr. Schwan's office by the end of the day on May 11th.

Computer Check-in Dates
12th – Tuesday, May 9
6th, 7th and 8th Thursday, May 11
9th and start 10th – Monday, May 15
finish 10th and 11th – Tuesday, May 16

There is a sign-up sheet in the office for Dance Team Try-outs for the 17-18 school year.

All library books are due on or before May 12!

If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

Last day to order your High School yearbook will be Monday, May 15.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Talks on Wednesday.

Good luck to the JH Track Team at Aberdeen today.  Dismissal time is 2:30 p.m.

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Mark Leonhardt, Tyler Richards, Gabby Kramer
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

Friday, May 5, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 5

here will NOT be ICU tonight, Friday May 5th.

Seniors who will need their graduation robes for Mass on May 14th must have them checked out and in Dr. Schwan's office by the end of the day on May 11th.

Computer Check-in Dates (updated list)
12th – Tuesday, May 9
6th, 7th and 8th Thursday, May 11
9th and start 10th – Monday, May 15
finish 10th and 11th – Tuesday, May 16

There is a sign-up sheet in the office for Dance Team Try-outs for the 17-18 school year.

All library books are due on or before May 12!

Girls interested in fall soccer contact Corey Harder.  You can get his contact information in the office.

If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

Last day to order your High School yearbook will be Monday, May 15.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

Good luck to the HS track team today at Sisseton.  Dismissal time is 12:00.

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Mark Leonhardt, Tyler Richards, Gabby Kramer
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

MS/HS Bulletin May 4


High School Concert tonight at 7:00 p.m. in the gym.
 
Computer Check-in Dates (updated list)
12th – Tuesday, May 9
6th, 7th and 8th Thursday, May 11 
9th and start 10th – Monday, May 15
finish 10th and 11th – Tuesday, May 16
 
There is a sign-up sheet in the office for Dance Team Try-outs for the 17-18 school year.
 
All girls’ grades 8-11 planning to play basketball next year, there will be a short meeting on Thursday right after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom.
 
All library books are due on or before May 12!
 
Girls interested in fall soccer contact Corey Harder.  You can get his contact information in the office.
 
If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.
 
Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5.  
 
FBLA meeting Thursday, May 4th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!
 
DI is serving Pork Loin meals prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.  
 
Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.
 
Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner
 
Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.
 
Talks on Wednesday.
 
Congratulations to the 12th Graders who qualified for the President’s Award for Educational Excellence. Criteria include a grade point average of 3.5 or above and standardized test achievement at the 85th percentile or higher in math or reading.  Those qualifying in the Class of 2017 are:  Nathan Fjelstad, Patrick Gengerke, Alexis Harder, Thane Henschel, Landon Marzahn, Keri Pappas, Erin Smith, and Trey Wright.  
 
Congratulations to the American Legion Citizenship Award Winners Keri Pappas and Landon Marzahn.  One senior boy and one girl are chosen. on the basis of honor, courage, scholarship, leadership, and service. 
  
The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Mark Leonhardt, Tyler Richards, Gabby Kramer
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams
 
Congratulations to the following scholarship and award recipients:
Lions Club Scholarships – Willow Seuer, Jessica Adler, Keri Pappas, Whitney Voss, Landon Marzahn, Alexis Harder, Macy Knecht, Bennett Shabazz, Hai Ku, Megan Malsam
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

Tuesday, May 2, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 2

Elementary Spring Concert at 7:00 p.m. tonight.

There is a sign-up sheet in the office for Dance Team Try-outs for the 17-18 school year.

All girls’ grades 8-11 planning to play basketball next year, there will be a short meeting on Thursday right after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom.

All library books are due on or before May 12!

ICU will be in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom today (Tues.).

Girls interested in fall soccer contact Corey Harder.  You can get his contact information in the office.

If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

FBLA meeting Thursday, May 4th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!

DI is serving Pork Loin meals before the Elementary Spring Concert on Tuesday May 2nd and prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

Good luck to the HS Track team today at Milbank.  Dismissal time is 11:00.

Grades 11-12:  The Marine representative will be here today, Tuesday, May 2, from 1:00 – 1:30 pm. 
 
Congratulations to the American Legion Citizenship Award Winners Keri Pappas and Landon Marzahn.  One senior boy and one girl are chosen. on the basis of honor, courage, scholarship, leadership, and service. 
 
Congratulations to the Students of the Month for April
6th – Cole Simon, 7th – Kennedy Anderson, 8th – Regan Leicht, 9th – Kayla Jensen, 10th – Mitchell Koens, 11th – Hannah Lewandowski, 12th – Trey Wright.  Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 8:30 am in Mrs. Sternhagen’s room. 
 
Congratulations to the 9-12 Students of the Month:  Grades 9-12 will go to the Dairy Queen on Wednesday, May 3 at 2:30. 
Grade 9:  Kaylin Kucker, Kaycie Hawkins, KaSandra Pappas, Payton Colestock, Nicole Marzahn , Madeline Schuelke, Kya Jandel, Kayla Jensen
Grade 10:  Ashley Garduno, Tylan Glover, AnneMarie Smith, Taylor Holm, Shyla Larson, Emily Thompson, Cassandra Townsend, Mitchell Koens
Grade 11: Jenifer Fjelstad, Marshall Lane, Madilyn Wright, Alexis Gustafson, Gia Gengerke , Madison Sippel, Hattie Weismantel, Hannah Lewandowski
Grade 12:  Thane Henschel,  Keri Pappas, Landon Marzahn, Erin Smith, Patrick Gengerke,  Macy Knecht,  Kate Helmer, Trey Wright

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Mark Leonhardt, Tyler Richards, Gabby Kramer
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

Congratulations to the following scholarship and award recipients:
Lions Club Scholarships – Willow Seuer, Jessica Adler, Keri Pappas, Whitney Voss, Landon Marzahn, Alexis Harder, Macy Knecht, Bennett Shabazz, Hai Ku, Megan Malsam
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions. 

Monday, May 1, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin May 1

The Kiwanis Athletic Banquet is tonight at 6:30 in the gym. 

Congratulations to Mrs. Kristen Gonsoir for being this weeks "Teacher of the Week"!  "Miller" will be waiting in the office with some balloons and treats to help honor this amazing High School teacher of ours!  "Miller" will spend the week with Mrs. Gonsoir and her students in her classroom, or outside her classroom (sometimes he likes to move in and out of our teachers rooms as he likes to see both views of our building!).  Awesomeness Mrs. Gonsoir!

All girls’ grades 8-11 planning to play basketball next year, there will be a short meeting on Thursday right after school in Mr. Wanner’s classroom.

All library books are due on or before May 12!

ICU will be in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom today (Mon.) and tomorrow (Tues.).

Girls interested in fall soccer contact Corey Harder.  You can get his contact information in the office.

If anyone is having senior pictures done at Hardin's Photography, please see Dr. Schwan for a gift certificate.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

FBLA meeting Thursday, May 4th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!

DI is serving Pork Loin meals before the Elementary Spring Concert on Tuesday May 2nd and prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Good luck to the JH Track Team today at Redfield.  Dismissal time is 12:00

Talks on Wednesday.

 Congratulations to the Students of the Month for April
6th – Cole Simon, 7th – Kennedy Anderson, 8th – Regan Leicht, 9th – Kayla Jensen, 10th – Mitchell Koens, 11th – Hannah Lewandowski, 12th – Trey Wright.  Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 8:30 am in Mrs. Sternhagen’s room. 
 
Congratulations to the 9-12 Students of the Month:  Grades 9-12 will go to the Dairy Queen on Wednesday, May 3 at 2:30.  
Grade 9:  Kaylin Kucker, Kaycie Hawkins, KaSandra Pappas, Payton Colestock, Nicole Marzahn , Madeline Schuelke, Kya Jandel, Kayla Jensen
Grade 10:  Ashley Garduno, Tylan Glover, AnneMarie Smith, Taylor Holm, Shyla Larson, Emily Thompson, Cassandra Townsend, Mitchell Koens
Grade 11: Jenifer Fjelstad, Marshall Lane, Madilyn Wright, Alexis Gustafson, Gia Gengerke , Madison Sippel, Hattie Weismantel, Hannah Lewandowski
Grade 12:  Thane Henschel,  Keri Pappas, Landon Marzahn, Erin Smith, Patrick Gengerke,  Macy Knecht,  Kate Helmer, Trey Wright

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
   
Congratulations to the following scholarship and award recipients:
Keri Pappas – Avera St. Luke’s Auxiliary
Paityn Bonn – Brenda Harms Memorial
Macy Knecht – Brenda Harms Memorial
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

Friday, April 28, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 28

The HS Track Meet scheduled for today has been cancelled.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

FBLA meeting Thursday, May 4th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!

DI is serving Pork Loin meals before the Elementary Spring Concert on Tuesday May 2nd and prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Volleyball information sheets are in the office. 

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Please turn in all overdue library books.

Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

Congratulations to the 6-12 Students of the Month:  Grades 9-12 will go to the Dairy Queen on Wednesday, May 3 at 2:30 and Grades 6-8 will go to the Dairy Queen on Tuesday, May 16 at 2:30.
 
Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2017 who earned the Principal's Honor Roll Award at Groton Area High School.   To be eligible for this award, the seniors had to be on the honor roll at Groton Area High School every quarter for four years. They are:  Paityn Bonn, Nathan Fjelstad, Patrick Gengerke, Kate Helmer, Landon Marzahn, Keri Pappas, and Erin Smith.  These students will have Jungle pizza for lunch on Thursday, May 11 in the arena lobby. 
 
The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions. 

Thursday, April 27, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 27

FCCLA Style Show tonight in the gym at 7:00 p.m.

The JH Track Meet scheduled for today has been cancelled.

Britton-Hecla Student Council is sponsoring a Bean Bag Tournament on Saturday, May 13 for grades 7-12.  For more information see the flyer outside the office door.  Teams must be registered by May 5. 

FBLA meeting Thursday, May 4th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!

DI is serving Pork Loin meals before the Elementary Spring Concert on Tuesday May 2nd and prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Volleyball information sheets are in the office. 

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Please turn in all overdue library books.

Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

Teachers – Please return Students of the Month and American Legion Citizenship forms to Mrs. Sternhagen by Friday.  Thank you!

Congratulations to the 6-12 Students of the Month:  Grades 9-12 will go to the Dairy Queen on Wednesday, May 3 at 2:30 and Grades 6-8 will go to the Dairy Queen on Tuesday, May 16 at 2:30.

Congratulations to the members of the Class of 2017 who earned the Principal's Honor Roll Award at Groton Area High School.   To be eligible for this award, the seniors had to be on the honor roll at Groton Area High School every quarter for four years. They are:  Paityn Bonn, Nathan Fjelstad, Patrick Gengerke, Kate Helmer, Landon Marzahn, Keri Pappas, and Erin Smith.  These students will have Jungle pizza for lunch on Thursday, May 11 in the arena lobby. 
 
Congratulations to the 8th graders who earned the Principal's Middle School Honor Roll Award.  To be eligible for this award, the eighth graders had to be on the honor roll at Groton Area Middle School every quarter for two years.  They are:  Paxton Bonn, Kaden Carda, Tiara DeHoet, Tessa Erdmann, Alyssa Fordham, Braden Freeman, Jasmine Gengerke, Trey Gengerke, Brooklyn Gilbert, Alexis Hanten, Alexa Herr, Chandler Larson, Tanae Lipp, Dragr Monson, Hailey Monson, Alex Morris, Sage Mortenson, Samantha Pappas, Steven Paulson, Kale Pharis, Lucas Simon, Isaac Smith, Erin Unzen, Grace Wambach, Grace Wiedrick.  These students will have Jungle pizza for lunch on Tuesday, May 16 in the arena lobby.

Congratulations to the 6th graders who earned the Principal’s 6th Grade Honor Roll Award.  To be eligible for this award, the 6th graders had to be on the honor roll at Groton Area every quarter for one year.  They are:  Kaleb Antonsen, Jackson Bahr, Carter Barse, Cole Bisbee, Ethan Clark, Jackson Dinger, Kamryn Fliehs, Shallyn Foertsch, Brooke Gengerke, Caleb Hanten, Aspen Johnson, Cade Larson, Tate Larson, Jacob Lewandowski, Andrew Marzahn, Cole Simon, Cadance Tullis, Ava Tunheim, Elliana Weismantel.  These students will have Jungle pizza for lunch on Tuesday, May 16 in the arena lobby
 
The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb,
Grade 11:  Hannah Lewandowski, Alex Stange,  Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Mark Leonhardt
Grade 11:  Mary Nelson
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:  Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

March Students of the Month  Grade 6 – Jackson Bahr, Grade 7 – Trista Keith, Grade 8 – Tanae Lipp, Grade 9 – Kya Jandel, Grade 10 – Cassandra Townsend, Grade 11 – Hattie Weismantel, Grade 12 – Kate Helmer  Photos will be taken on Friday at 8:30

 Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

MS/HS Bulletin April 26

FBLA meeting Thursday, May 4th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!

DI is serving Pork Loin meals before the Elementary Spring Concert on Tuesday May 2nd and prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Volleyball information sheets are in the office. 

Wednesday, April 26, Varsity Track memory mate pictures will be taken at 3:30.  Girls’ golf pictures will be taken right after the track pictures.  Order forms are in the office.

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Please turn in all overdue library books.

Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb, Katie Koehler, 
Grade 11:  Erika Herr, Hannah Lewandowski, Alex Stange, Luke Thorson, Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Nick Menzia, Mark Leonhardt
Grade 11:  Mary Nelson
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

Congratulations to the February Students of the Month
Grade 6 – Kaleb Antonsen, Grade 7 – Madeline Fliehs, Grade 8 – Grace Wambach, Grade 9 – Madeline Schuelke, Grade 10 – Emily Thompson, Grade 11 – Madison Sippel, Grade 12 – Macy Knecht   Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 3:15

Congratulations to the March Students of the Month
Grade 6 – Jackson Bahr, Grade 7 – Trista Keith, Grade 8 – Tanae Lipp, Grade 9 – Kya Jandel, Grade 10 – Cassandra Townsend, Grade 11 – Hattie Weismantel, Grade 12 – Kate Helmer  Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 3:15

Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

MS/HS Bulletin April 25

Congratulations to the math students who participated in last week's Northern State University Math Contest for earning second place as a school in the AA/A division!

DI is serving Pork Loin meals before the Elementary Spring Concert on Tuesday May 2nd and prior to the MS/HS Spring Concert on Thursday May 4th.   Pork loins can be pre-ordered and are available for ordering at this time.  Order forms are in the office.

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Congratulations to Tage Taylor, she received the Student's Choice Award at the All Dakota High School Art Exhibition on Friday for her oil pastel drawing.

Volleyball information sheets are in the office. 

Wednesday, April 26, Varsity Track memory mate pictures will be taken at 3:30.  Girls’ golf pictures will be taken right after the track pictures.  Order forms are in the office.

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Please turn in all overdue library books.

Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb, Katie Koehler, 
Grade 11:  Erika Herr, Hannah Lewandowski, Alex Stange, Luke Thorson, Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson,
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Nick Menzia, Mark Leonhardt
Grade 11:  Mary Nelson
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

Congratulations to the February Students of the Month
Grade 6 – Kaleb Antonsen, Grade 7 – Madeline Fliehs, Grade 8 – Grace Wambach, Grade 9 – Madeline Schuelke, Grade 10 – Emily Thompson, Grade 11 – Madison Sippel, Grade 12 – Macy Knecht   Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 3:15

Congratulations to the March Students of the Month
Grade 6 – Jackson Bahr, Grade 7 – Trista Keith, Grade 8 – Tanae Lipp, Grade 9 – Kya Jandel, Grade 10 – Cassandra Townsend, Grade 11 – Hattie Weismantel, Grade 12 – Kate Helmer  Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 3:15

Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

MS/HS Bulletin April 24

The United Methodist Women are having a Salad Luncheon on May 3rd from 11:00 - 1:00 at the United Methodist Church. The cost is $8 per plate this includes a dessert. Feel free to fill a to-go plate or eat at the church.

Congratulations to Tage Taylor, she received the Student's Choice Award at the All Dakota High School Art Exhibition on Friday for her oil pastel drawing.

ICU will be in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom today after school

Anyone interested in Robotics for next year please come to practice on Monday, April 24 at 6:00 p.m. in the Robotics room. 

Volleyball information sheets are in the office. 

Wednesday, April 26, Varsity Track memory mate pictures will be taken at 3:30.  Girls’ golf pictures will be taken right after the track pictures.  Order forms are in the office.

Last chance to order your High School yearbook.  Cost is $55.00.  Please see Mrs. Morehouse to order or go to the Grotonarea.com and use the ordering icon to order your book on line.

Lunch line order will change on Monday, April 24 – 1st Lunch  6, 8, 7  --  2nd Lunch  12, 11, 10, 9

Please turn in all overdue library books.

Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Talks on Wednesday.

Good luck to the MS Track team today at Central High School.  Dismissal time is 2:30 p.m.

The following must return ACT books to Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Megan Malsam, Turner Webb, Katie Koehler, 
Grade 11:  Jasmine Schinkel, Erika Herr, Hannah Lewandowski, Alex Stange, Luke Thorson, Harleigh Stange, Brenna Johnson, Jessica Bierke
 
Please see Mrs. Sternhagen
Grade 12:  Reed Sattler, Nick Menzia, Mark Leonhardt
Grade 11:  Mary Nelson
Grade 10:  Jillian Barton, Hunter Maag,
Grade 9:Joe Gleason, Colby Merkel, Lee Williams

Congratulations to the February Students of the Month
Grade 6 – Kaleb Antonsen, Grade 7 – Madeline Fliehs, Grade 8 – Grace Wambach, Grade 9 – Madeline Schuelke, Grade 10 – Emily Thompson, Grade 11 – Madison Sippel, Grade 12 – Macy Knecht   Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 3:15

Congratulations to the March Students of the Month
Grade 6 – Jackson Bahr, Grade 7 – Trista Keith, Grade 8 – Tanae Lipp, Grade 9 – Kya Jandel, Grade 10 – Cassandra Townsend, Grade 11 – Hattie Weismantel, Grade 12 – Kate Helmer  Photos will be taken on Wednesday at 3:15

Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

Thursday, April 20, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 20

Congratulations to the following students for earning awards at Wednesday's Northern State University Mathematics Contest!
AnneMarie Smith - second place trophy, Algebra II
Samantha Pappas - honorable mention certificate, Algebra I
Alexis Simon - honorable mention certificate, Algebra II
Jenifer Fjelstad - honorable mention certificate, Senior Math

Please turn in all overdue library books.

All girls grade 8 – 11 who want to play basketball next year plan to attend a short meeting in Mr. Wanner’s classroom Thursday after school.  If you can’t make it see Mr. Wanner.

Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.

Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner

Students that stayed through Prom and Post-Prom see Dr. Schwan to get your money back. 

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Tickets for the 1st Annual Middle School Talent Show are now available. General Admission is $5.00. Please see any MS Music Student to purchase a ticket. The show will be held on Friday April 21st at 7 pm and will also feature the 6th/JH Bands and JH Show Choir. Come enjoy a night of talent, music, and popcorn!

Talks on Wednesday.

Grades 10-11:  There will be a Dual Credit meeting for those who registered to take courses online next fall (start date in August) on April 20 in the conference room.  First time Dual Credit enrollees will meet at 3:00 and students who previously have taken dual credit will come at 3:20. 
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

Thursday, April 13, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 13


Students taking Drivers Ed. be sure to pick up your classroom schedules from Mr. Wanner.
 
Football players turn in your team camp forms to Mr. Wanner
 
Students that stayed through Prom and Post-Prom see Dr. Schwan to get your money back. 
 
The April FCCLA meeting will be in the FACS room on Thursday, April 13 during lunch.
 
Anyone that would like Circus tickets please come to the office.
 
Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.
 
Cheerleaders that have not voted please come to the office today.  Voting will end today.
 
Tickets for the 1st Annual Middle School Talent Show are now available. General Admission is $5.00. Please see any MS Music Student to purchase a ticket. The show will be held on Friday April 21st at 7 pm and will also feature the 6th/JH Bands and JH Show Choir. Come enjoy a night of talent, music, and popcorn!
 
Students and Staff – There will be a Blood Drive on April 17 at the Legion Club Room.  You must be 16 or older.  If interested call June Ackman at 397-8369.
 
The FCCLA style show is on Thursday, April 27 at 7pm.  If you are interested in performing as one of the talent acts at the style show, please contact Mrs. Tietz by April 13.
 
Talks on Wednesday.
 
Good luck to the JH Track Team at Sisseton.  Dismissal time is 1:45 p.m. 
 
Grades 10-11:  There will be a Dual Credit meeting for those who registered to take courses online next fall (start date in August) on April 20 in the conference room.  First time Dual Credit enrollees will meet at 3:00 and students who previously have taken dual credit will come at 3:20. 
 
Grades 6-12:  Congratulations to the 6-12 graders who qualified for the 3rd quarter honor roll!  It is posted outside the school counseling office.
 
Grade 12:  If you are planning on attending a 4-year SD public school, you will need an 18 in English and a 20 in math or a 3 or 4 on the Smarter Balanced ELA and Math in order to be placed into entry level college English and Math.   The SD College Ready Curriculum can help if you do not meet these minimum scores – see Mrs. Sternhagen. 
 
Congratulations to the January Students of the Month 
Grade 6 – Jacob Lewandowski, Grade 7 – Allyssa Locke, Grade 8 –Sage Mortenson , Grade 9 – Nicole Marzahn , Grade 10 – Shyla Larson , Grade 11 –Gia Gengerke , Grade 12 – Patrick Gengerke .  Photo will be taken later next week.
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions. 
 
Grade 12:  Scholarships and Awards
April 14           Crazy Horse Summer University Program http://www.usd.edu/summer-school/crazy-horse
April 14           IPSE Ag https://ipseed.org/ipsa-affairs/scholarships (emailed 4/4/17)
April 15           Full circle Ag Careers in Agriculture Scholarship (emailed 1/30/17)
April 15           InsuringBrighter Future.Farmers Union Ins.  www.sdfufoundation.org
                   http://www.fuiagency.com/scholarships
April 21           NSU Deanna Mauck E-learning http://northern.edu/academics/elearning
May                 SD Opportunity Scholarship (we will fill this out in class)
May 1              Plains Commerce Bank – student to attend SD school, member of bank
 
Have a great Easter break!

Wednesday, April 12, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 12

Congratulations to the following students for placing at the Spring FBLA Conference:
5th Place Impromptu Speaking: Tylan Glover
4th Place Network Design: Paityn Bonn, Macy Knecht
4th  Place Business Ethics: Jennie Doeden, Portia Kettering, Alexis Simon
2nd Place  Intro to Business: Alexis Simon
4th Place Local Chapter Scrapbook: Portia Kettering
3rd Place Management Information Systems: Alexis Gustafson, Madison Sippel, Whitney Voss
5th Place: Hospitality Management: Kaycie Hawkins, Jennie Doeden, Alexis Simon
3rd Place: Emerging Business Issues: Alexis Simon, Portia Kettering, Taydn Glover
2nd Place: Lip Sync Battle: Tylan Glover


Students that stayed through Prom and Post-Prom see Dr. Schwan to get your money. 

The April FCCLA meeting will be in the FACS room on Thursday, April 13 during lunch.

There will be a Groton Lifeguard meeting Wednesday, April 12, 2017 @5:30 in the library.  If you are unable to attend please contact Mrs. Madsen.

Anyone that would like Circus tickets please come to the office.

Baseball, Softball and T-ball registration information is in the office.

Cheerleaders that have not voted please come to the office today.  Voting will end on Friday.

Tickets for the 1st Annual Middle School Talent Show are now available. General Admission is $5.00. Please see any MS Music Student to purchase a ticket. The show will be held on Friday April 21st at 7 pm and will also feature the 6th/JH Bands and JH Show Choir. Come enjoy a night of talent, music, and popcorn!

Students and Staff – There will be a Blood Drive on April 17 at the Legion Club Room.  You must be 16 or older.  If interested call June Ackman at 397-8369.

The FCCLA style show is on Thursday, April 27 at 7pm.  If you are interested in performing as one of the talent acts at the style show, please contact Mrs. Tietz by April 13.

Talks on Wednesday.

Grades 10-11:  There will be a Dual Credit meeting for those who registered to take courses online next fall (start date in August) on April 20 in the conference room.  First time Dual Credit enrollees will meet at 3:00 and students who previously have taken dual credit will come at 3:20. 
 
Grades 6-12:  Congratulations to the 6-12 graders who qualified for the 3rd quarter honor roll!  It is posted outside the school counseling office.
 
Grades 11-12:  The following college representatives will be in the School Counseling Office to visit with students.  Please make arrangements with your teachers.
University of Jamestown        Wednesday, April 12              8:30 – 9:00
Lake Area Tech                       Wednesday, April 12              11:30 -12:10
US Marines                             Wednesday, April 12              2:00 – 2:30
 
Grades 11-12  ACT:  Registration for the June 10 test is due online by May 5, 2017 .  Register at www.actstudent.org   and pay with a credit card.  You will test in Aberdeen or Groton but 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.  Other test dates are: Sept. Oct. and Dec.   See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.

Grade 12:  Scholarships and Awards
April 14           Crazy Horse Summer University Program http://www.usd.edu/summer-school/crazy-horse
April 14           IPSE Ag https://ipseed.org/ipsa-affairs/scholarships (emailed 4/4/17)
April 15           Full circle Ag Careers in Agriculture Scholarship (emailed 1/30/17)
April 15           InsuringBrighter Future.Farmers Union Ins.  www.sdfufoundation.org
                   http://www.fuiagency.com/scholarships
April 15           Horatio Alger SD scholars.horatioalger.org  (emailed 3/19/17)
April 21           NSU Deanna Mauck E-learning http://northern.edu/academics/elearning
May                 SD Opportunity Scholarship (we will fill this out in class)
May 1              Plains Commerce Bank – student to attend SD school, member of bank

Tuesday, April 4, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 4

Groton Area School Patrons,

Official ballots are ready for the upcoming April 11th MS/HS Bond Election.  As a result you may begin voting absentee in person until 5:00 pm the day before the election at the MS/HS Business Office located at 406 North 2nd Street in Groton.  Any application for a ballot by authorized messenger must be received by School Business Manager, Mike Weber, before 3:00 pm on election day.  Voters who can use an authorized messenger are those who are confined due to sickness or disability.

All voters who wish to vote absentee by mail or want to take their ballot with them from the Business Office to vote at home will first have to complete and submit an absentee ballot application.  Voters may contact the School Business Office at (605) 397-2351 for a copy of the application or the form can be printed from the website of the South Dakota Secretary of State at https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/voting/absentee-voting.aspx

With any of the aforementioned voting options, you will be required to provide valid photo identification before receiving your ballot.  Eligible voters not yet registered must do so prior to 5:00 pm, Monday, March 27th.

Mike Weber
Election Superintendent
Groton Area Schools

POPS concert tickets are available at the business office or Loris pharmacy for $5 in advance or for $7 at the door.

Good luck to the track team at Ipswich today.  Dismissal time is 10:00 a.m. 

Cheerleaders that have not voted please come to the office today to get that done.

Tickets for the 1st Annual Middle School Talent Show are now available. General Admission is $5.00. Please see any MS Music Student to purchase a ticket. The show will be held on Friday April 21st at 7 pm and will also feature the 6th/JH Bands and JH Show Choir. Come enjoy a night of talent, music, and popcorn!

Students and Staff – There will be a Blood Drive on April 17 at the Legion Club Room.  You must be 16 or older.  If interested call June Ackman at 397-8369.

There will be a football meeting Friday right after school for grades 8-11.  If you can’t attend the meeting see Mr. Wanner next week. 

FBLA meeting Thursday, April 6th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!

Anyone who would like to model their prom dress in the style show, please contact to Mrs. Tietz or Madison Sippel or just come sign up in the FACS room.  The style show is on Thursday, April 27 at 7pm.
If you are interested in performing as one of the talent acts at the style show, please contact Mrs. Tietz by April 13.

Talks on Wednesday.

Summer registration for dual credit is now open.  Applications are on the counter in the office.  Please see Dr. Schwan for questions.

Grades 11-12:   Reminder of things to do for the ACT Test on Saturday, April 8, 2017 in Groton or Aberdeen.   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 (7:45).  It might be a good idea to review last minute formulas and rules.  No caps are to be worn during testing.  No beverage will be allowed in the testing area.  No cell phones are to be used at any time during test (including the break). Testing should conclude around noon.  Those who are taking the writing assessment should be done by 12:45 p.m.  Be sure and do the practice test prior to the test.  Stop by the School Counseling Office if you need an extra copy. 
 
Testing 2017:  Periods 1-3
Schedule by Date SD Science
April 5th                       8th Grade Science                    Lance Hawkins and Travis Kurth
                                                                                    Computer lab and conference room
April 6th                       11th Grade Science                  Kristin Gonsoir and Travis Kurth
                                                                                    Computer lab and conference room

Make-up testing for grades 6- 11 will be on Monday and Tuesday afternoon in the conference room. Please see Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.  The following will test Tuesday afternoon, Baily Reich, KayLynn Overacker,  Ani Davidson,  Brooke Gengerke

Grades 11-12:  The following college representatives will be in the School Counseling Office to visit with students.  Please make arrangements with your teachers.
University of Jamestown        Wednesday, April 12              8:30 – 9:00
Lake Area Tech                       Wednesday, April 12              11:30 -12:10
US Marines                             Wednesday, April 12              2:00 – 2:30

Monday, April 3, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin April 3


Groton Area School Patrons,
 
Official ballots are ready for the upcoming April 11th MS/HS Bond Election.  As a result you may begin voting absentee in person until 5:00 pm the day before the election at the MS/HS Business Office located at 406 North 2nd Street in Groton.  Any application for a ballot by authorized messenger must be received by School Business Manager, Mike Weber, before 3:00 pm on election day.  Voters who can use an authorized messenger are those who are confined due to sickness or disability.
 
All voters who wish to vote absentee by mail or want to take their ballot with them from the Business Office to vote at home will first have to complete and submit an absentee ballot application.  Voters may contact the School Business Office at (605) 397-2351 for a copy of the application or the form can be printed from the website of the South Dakota Secretary of State at https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/voting/absentee-voting.aspx
 
With any of the aforementioned voting options, you will be required to provide valid photo identification before receiving your ballot.  Eligible voters not yet registered must do so prior to 5:00 pm, Monday, March 27th.
 
Mike Weber
Election Superintendent
Groton Area Schools
 
Students and Staff – There will be a Blood Drive on April 17 at the Legion Club Room.  You must be 16 or older.  If interested call June Ackman at 397-8369.
 
There will be a football meeting Friday right after school for grades 8-11.  If you can’t attend the meeting see Mr. Wanner next week. 
 
FBLA meeting Thursday, April 6th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.  Bring your own lunch!
 
Anyone who would like to model their prom dress in the style show, please contact to Mrs. Tietz or Madison Sippel or just come sign up in the FACS room.  The style show is on Thursday, April 27 at 7pm.
If you are interested in performing as one of the talent acts at the style show, please contact Mrs. Tietz by April 13.
 
Seniors--you will not have senior privileges while you are on the ineligibility list.
 
Talks on Wednesday.
 
Summer registration for dual credit is now open.  Applications are on the counter in the office.  Please see Dr. Schwan for questions.
 
Testing 2017:  Periods 1-3
Schedule by Date
April 5th                       8th Grade Science                    Lance Hawkins and Travis Kurth
                                                                                    Computer lab and conference room
April 6th                       11th Grade Science                  Kristin Gonsoir and Travis Kurth
                                                                                    Computer lab and conference room
 
Make-up testing for grades 6- 11 will be on Monday and Tuesday afternoon in the conference room. Please see Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.  The following will test Monday afternoon.   Riley Gengerke, Baily Reich, KayLynn Overacker, Trey Johnson, Anthony Sippel, Ani Davidson, Lane Krueger, Brooke Gengerke, Erin Unzen

Thursday, March 30, 2017

MS/HS Bulletin March 30

Groton Area School Patrons,

Official ballots are ready for the upcoming April 11th MS/HS Bond Election.  As a result you may begin voting absentee in person until 5:00 pm the day before the election at the MS/HS Business Office located at 406 North 2nd Street in Groton.  Any application for a ballot by authorized messenger must be received by School Business Manager, Mike Weber, before 3:00 pm on election day.  Voters who can use an authorized messenger are those who are confined due to sickness or disability.

All voters who wish to vote absentee by mail or want to take their ballot with them from the Business Office to vote at home will first have to complete and submit an absentee ballot application.  Voters may contact the School Business Office at (605) 397-2351 for a copy of the application or the form can be printed from the website of the South Dakota Secretary of State at https://sdsos.gov/elections-voting/voting/absentee-voting.aspx

With any of the aforementioned voting options, you will be required to provide valid photo identification before receiving your ballot.  Eligible voters not yet registered must do so prior to 5:00 pm, Monday, March 27th.

Mike Weber
Election Superintendent
Groton Area Schools

Girls--shirts with cut-out backs or shirts that are see-through are not good choices to wear to school.  Please see me if you aren't sure if what you're wearing is appropriate and I'll be glad to help you with that decision.

Drivers Ed forms and money must be turned in by Friday, March 31 to the Business Office.

Groton Soccer 2017 shirt order forms are available in the office.  Orders and money are due on Friday, March 31.

Anyone attending prom events, whether you are in Grand March or just attending the dance and post-prom, you must submit a prom agreement and pay your $20/person.  If you have an out-of-town/out-of-school date you must have that form submitted.  If I do not have all of your necessary paperwork and money paid you will not be allowed to attend.  Problems or questions, see me today.  Dr. Schwan

Prom attendees - The grand march will begin this year at 7:00, followed by pictures. There will not be a second walk-through this year.

There will be grand march prom practice on Friday at 11:45 in the old gym.

Students--you have to keep your lockers locked, whether it's your school locker or your gym locker.  With that being said, it appears as though some of you are helping yourselves to others' belongings, and that is unacceptable and is regarded as stealing.  Keep that in mind.  Dr. Schwan.

Any MS Student interested in auditioning for the 1st Annual MS Talent Show-please sign up on the front music door. Auditions are Friday March 31st afterschool. The MS Talent Show will be on Friday April 21st. Please see Mrs. Yeigh if you have any questions!

Talks on Wednesday.

Summer registration for dual credit is now open.  Applications are on the counter in the office.  Please see Dr. Schwan for questions.

Testing 2017:
Students Grades 6-7-8- 11 will be taking the SD Science test next week
April 5th                       8th Grade Science                    Lance Hawkins and Travis Kurth
                                                                                    Computer lab and conference room
April 6th                       11th Grade Science                  Kristin Gonsoir and Travis Kurth
                                                                                    Computer lab and conference room

Grade 11 Boys:  SD Boys State will be held in Aberdeen from May 29 – June 2, 2017.  Scholarships for attendees are available.  Boys State is a premier summer program for enabling South Dakota youth’s understanding of the system of government in South Dakota and the United States. In addition to a program that includes sessions led by South Dakota government leaders, the citizens of Boys State create and operate their own mythical state government. All costs are paid by the SD American Legion.   Please register online at http://southdakotaboysstate.com Deadline is April 1.

Grade 12:  Scholarships and Awards
March 30         Marlin L. Johnson Memorial Aberdeen Gun Club (emailed 1/20/17)
March 31         Robert Knickrehm and Karst Memorial (emailed on 1/31/17)
March 31         IHELP drawing https://www.slfc.com/
March 31         Scottish Rite Book Grant (emailed 1/18/17)
April 1             SD STE (Information Technology) – emailed to you 3/7/17
April 1             SD Cattlemen’s Found. -involvement in beef industry SDCFScholarships.com
May 1              Day County Crop Improvement
April 1             Tom and Barbara Paepke Fine Arts and Ag (local)
April 1             Groton Hopps Dow Scholarship http://www.sfacf.org/ScholarshipDetails.aspx?CategoryID=8
Reminder that this goes to two Groton students.  Online application
April 1             Jean Conley Brokaw – Day County student
                        Groton Area Anthony O Brokaw – Groton student
                        Bristol Jerald W. Peterson – student who attended Bristol
April 1             SE Tech                      
April 3             James Valley Telecommunications (emailed 1/12/17)
April 7             SD ACTE (tech school scholarship or certain programs at 4 year schools) www.lakeareatech.edu/sdacte/