Congratulations to the cast and crew of the one act! They qualified
yesterday to move on to the state competition next week in Aberdeen. In
addition to being awarded a superior play, Thane Henschel, Erin Smith,
AnneMarie Smith, Tylan Glover, Maddy Schuelke, and Mitchell Koens all
received superior acting awards!!
One act cast and crew – we will have a brief meeting in Mrs.
Honerman’s room right after school today! Please attend. We will also
have lunch tomorrow, so please bring one with you!
Student Council--see Dr. Schwan today.
At the Groton vs Clark/Willow Lake Basketball game on Friday, Clark
is hosting a Burger Feed. For $5 you can get a burger, bar, chips and a
drink starting at 5:00 p.m.
SENIORS: Senior shirt orders are due FRIDAY, Jan. 27. Thank you.
Summer registration for dual credit is now open. Applications are on
the counter in the office. Please see Dr. Schwan for questions.
No Table Talks on Wednesday, January 25 and February 1.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February
24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you
have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for
behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting.
Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior
privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges
throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and
grade requirements. Seniors will not receive privileges until all senior pictures have been remitted. You
will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible
for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr.
Schwan.
Grade 12: LATI Senior Tech Day - February 2nd. You must register by Thursday, Jan. 26 (https://my.lakeareatech.edu/ICS/Admissions/lati_tech_days )
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications
are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in
June in which students learn about economic, management, and
market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all
students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost
is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The
application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 12: Financial
Aid Information Night (FAIN) folders were passed out to all the
students. Please fill out and submit your FAFSA soon using your 2015
tax information.
Wednesday, January 25, 2017
Monday, January 23, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 23
Congratulations to Braden Freeman for being accepted into SD Middle School All State Band for the 2nd year in a row.
MathCounts meets Tuesday morning, beginning at 7:45 a.m.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. Seniors will not receive privileges until all senior pictures have been remitted. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Grade 12: LATI Senior Tech Day - February 2nd. You must register by Thursday, Jan. 26 (https://my.lakeareatech.edu/ICS/Admissions/lati_tech_days )
Grades 6-12: 2nd Quarter Honor Roll is posted outside the School Counseling Office. Congratulations to all who made it!
Grade 11: June 17-27 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Free trip, $1000 scholarship for student interested in journalism careers. Apply at freespirit.org . Deadline is February 1.
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed.
Grade 12: Financial Aid Information Night (FAIN) folders were passed out to all the students. Please fill out and submit your FAFSA soon using your 2015 tax information. Fafsa.gov
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local Applications
Feb. 15 Best Buy http://pr.bby.com
Feb. 15 SDEA-Ramis Boersma http://www.sdea.org/home/523.htm
Feb. 15 Loban Memorial http://aaloban.com/category/loban-memorial/
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination MudDI Waters (previous or current DI and senior)
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination SD Creativity Association (current DI) www.sd-di.org
Feb. 17 Northern Electric/Basin Electric Scholarship www.northernelectric.coop
(emailed 11/29/16)
Feb. 24 POET scholarship (emailed 12/8/16) http://poet.com/scholarship
Feb. 25 Northern (accepted by March 1)
Feb. 26 Annis Irene Fowler/Kaden Elementary Ed.
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 26 Ardel Bjustad Native American
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 28 Women in Construction & Engineering (emailed 1/06/17)
MathCounts meets Tuesday morning, beginning at 7:45 a.m.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. Seniors will not receive privileges until all senior pictures have been remitted. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Grade 12: LATI Senior Tech Day - February 2nd. You must register by Thursday, Jan. 26 (https://my.lakeareatech.edu/ICS/Admissions/lati_tech_days )
Grades 6-12: 2nd Quarter Honor Roll is posted outside the School Counseling Office. Congratulations to all who made it!
Grade 11: June 17-27 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Free trip, $1000 scholarship for student interested in journalism careers. Apply at freespirit.org . Deadline is February 1.
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed.
Grade 12: Financial Aid Information Night (FAIN) folders were passed out to all the students. Please fill out and submit your FAFSA soon using your 2015 tax information. Fafsa.gov
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local Applications
Feb. 15 Best Buy http://pr.bby.com
Feb. 15 SDEA-Ramis Boersma http://www.sdea.org/home/523.htm
Feb. 15 Loban Memorial http://aaloban.com/category/loban-memorial/
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination MudDI Waters (previous or current DI and senior)
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination SD Creativity Association (current DI) www.sd-di.org
Feb. 17 Northern Electric/Basin Electric Scholarship www.northernelectric.coop
(emailed 11/29/16)
Feb. 24 POET scholarship (emailed 12/8/16) http://poet.com/scholarship
Feb. 25 Northern (accepted by March 1)
Feb. 26 Annis Irene Fowler/Kaden Elementary Ed.
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 26 Ardel Bjustad Native American
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 28 Women in Construction & Engineering (emailed 1/06/17)
Wednesday, January 18, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 18
There will be Table Talks on Wednesday.
Student council meeting on Friday, January 20th during lunch. Come to the meeting with an idea for a February event. We also need to talk about the state convention. Dr. Schwan
FCCLA will be sponsoring Bake Sale at the Girls Basketball Game vs. Roncalli on Friday, Jan. 20. Come get some tasty treats!
The girls’ basketball game scheduled at Sisseton has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 26.
South Dakota National Guard is sponsoring a Dodgeball Tournament on January 18. There are fliers hanging throughout the school for more information.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. Seniors will not receive privileges until all senior pictures have been remitted. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Grade 11: SDSU has Junior Day on Saturday, January 21. Register online at www.sdstate.edu/juniorday/. Lake Area Junior Day is March 30. Mitchell Tech has several visit days – Jan. 25, March 30, and July 13. NSU junior visit day is Feb. 17. USD Junior Days are April 1 and 22.
Grade 12: LATI Senior Tech Day - February 2nd . You must register by Thursday, Jan. 26 (https://my.lakeareatech.edu/ICS/Admissions/lati_tech_days )
Grades 10-11: You and your parents are invited to a presentation on Getting Ready for your Future on Feb 9th from 6-7 pm in the computer lab. Jennie Thompson from Great Lakes Financial will be here to teach you and your parents about scholarships and financial aid.
Grade 12: FAFSA Lab – On Thursday, February 9th at 7 pm during Parent Teacher Conferences, Jennie Thompson from Great Lakes will be available in the computer lab to work with parents on filling out the FAFSA. Student and parent tax information from 2015 is required along with social security numbers, bank account info, and asset information. It would be a good idea to get started with the FAFSA prior to meeting with Jennie and then ask her any questions you may have about finishing the process. You and your student will also need identification numbers (FSAID) in order to complete the FAFSA.
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local Applications
Feb. 15 Groton Area Chamber of Commerce
Feb. 15 Groton PEO Scholarship – female
Feb. 15 Best Buy http://pr.bby.com
Feb. 15 SDEA-Ramis Boersma http://www.sdea.org/home/523.htm
Feb. 15 Loban Memorial http://aaloban.com/category/loban-memorial/
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination MudDI Waters (previous or current DI and senior)
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination SD Creativity Association (current DI) www.sd-di.org
Feb. 17 Northern Electric/Basin Electric Scholarship www.northernelectric.coop
(emailed 11/29/16)
Feb. 24 POET scholarship (emailed 12/8/16) http://poet.com/scholarship
Feb. 25 Northern (accepted by March 1)
Feb. 26 Annis Irene Fowler/Kaden Elementary Ed.
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 26 Ardel Bjustad Native American
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 28 Women in Construction & Engineering (emailed 1/06/17)
Student council meeting on Friday, January 20th during lunch. Come to the meeting with an idea for a February event. We also need to talk about the state convention. Dr. Schwan
FCCLA will be sponsoring Bake Sale at the Girls Basketball Game vs. Roncalli on Friday, Jan. 20. Come get some tasty treats!
The girls’ basketball game scheduled at Sisseton has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 26.
South Dakota National Guard is sponsoring a Dodgeball Tournament on January 18. There are fliers hanging throughout the school for more information.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. Seniors will not receive privileges until all senior pictures have been remitted. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Grade 11: SDSU has Junior Day on Saturday, January 21. Register online at www.sdstate.edu/juniorday/. Lake Area Junior Day is March 30. Mitchell Tech has several visit days – Jan. 25, March 30, and July 13. NSU junior visit day is Feb. 17. USD Junior Days are April 1 and 22.
Grade 12: LATI Senior Tech Day - February 2nd . You must register by Thursday, Jan. 26 (https://my.lakeareatech.edu/ICS/Admissions/lati_tech_days )
Grades 10-11: You and your parents are invited to a presentation on Getting Ready for your Future on Feb 9th from 6-7 pm in the computer lab. Jennie Thompson from Great Lakes Financial will be here to teach you and your parents about scholarships and financial aid.
Grade 12: FAFSA Lab – On Thursday, February 9th at 7 pm during Parent Teacher Conferences, Jennie Thompson from Great Lakes will be available in the computer lab to work with parents on filling out the FAFSA. Student and parent tax information from 2015 is required along with social security numbers, bank account info, and asset information. It would be a good idea to get started with the FAFSA prior to meeting with Jennie and then ask her any questions you may have about finishing the process. You and your student will also need identification numbers (FSAID) in order to complete the FAFSA.
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local Applications
Feb. 15 Groton Area Chamber of Commerce
Feb. 15 Groton PEO Scholarship – female
Feb. 15 Best Buy http://pr.bby.com
Feb. 15 SDEA-Ramis Boersma http://www.sdea.org/home/523.htm
Feb. 15 Loban Memorial http://aaloban.com/category/loban-memorial/
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination MudDI Waters (previous or current DI and senior)
Feb. 15 Destination Imagination SD Creativity Association (current DI) www.sd-di.org
Feb. 17 Northern Electric/Basin Electric Scholarship www.northernelectric.coop
(emailed 11/29/16)
Feb. 24 POET scholarship (emailed 12/8/16) http://poet.com/scholarship
Feb. 25 Northern (accepted by March 1)
Feb. 26 Annis Irene Fowler/Kaden Elementary Ed.
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 26 Ardel Bjustad Native American
https://www.sdbor.edu/student-information/Pages/Scholarships.aspx
Feb. 28 Women in Construction & Engineering (emailed 1/06/17)
Tuesday, January 17, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 17
There will be no ICU today after school.
One Act Play: Mrs. Honerman will not be at rehearsal today, but would still like you to meet after school to run through the show at least twice. We will continue with regular rehearsals tomorrow at 3:30.
There will be Table Talks on Wednesday.
Student council meeting on Friday, January 20th during lunch. Come to the meeting with an idea for a February event. We also need to talk about the state convention. Dr. Schwan
FBLA meeting Tuesday, January 17th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room. Bring your lunch!
FCCLA will be sponsoring Bake Sale at the Girls Basketball Game vs. Roncalli on Friday, Jan. 20. Come get some tasty treats!
The girls’ basketball game scheduled at Sisseton has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 26.
South Dakota National Guard is sponsoring a Dodgeball Tournament on January 18. There are fliers hanging throughout the school for more information.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. Seniors will not receive privileges until all senior pictures have been remitted. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Good luck to the Boys’ Basketball teams today against Ipswich. Dismissal time is 2:30.
Ages 16 and up -Job Corps representative: Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 8:30 – 9:00 am. Job Corps is a tuition free training and educational program where youth can further their education and gain new skills. We train you in a successful career and assist you in networking with employers and community leaders. Come learn how Job Corps encourages growth and success in a community!
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
Jan. 17 Wells Fargo Scholarship for People with Disabilities
pwdscholarship@scholarshipamerica.org
Jan. 17 SD Engineering Society www.sdes.org
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local
Monday, January 16, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 16
Student council meeting on Friday, January 20th during lunch. Come
to the meeting with an idea for a February event. We also need to talk
about the state convention. Dr. Schwan
FBLA meeting Tuesday, January 17th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.
MathCounts meets Tuesday morning, beginning at 7:45 a.m.
FCCLA will be sponsoring Bake Sale at the Girls Basketball Game vs. Roncalli on Friday, Jan. 20. Come get some tasty treats!
The girls’ basketball game scheduled at Sisseton has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 26.
South Dakota National Guard is sponsoring a Dodgeball Tournament on January 18. There are fliers hanging throughout the school for more information.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Good luck to the 7th and 8th grade boys’ basketball teams against Leola/Frederick today.
Good luck to the girls’ basketball teams at Langford today.
Ages 16 and up -Job Corps representative: Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 8:30 – 9:00 am. Job Corps is a tuition free training and educational program where youth can further their education and gain new skills. We train you in a successful career and assist you in networking with employers and community leaders. Come learn how Job Corps encourages growth and success in a community!
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
Jan. 17 Wells Fargo Scholarship for People with Disabilities
pwdscholarship@scholarshipamerica.org
Jan. 17 SD Engineering Society www.sdes.org
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local Applications
FBLA meeting Tuesday, January 17th during lunch in Ms. Lingbeck's room.
MathCounts meets Tuesday morning, beginning at 7:45 a.m.
FCCLA will be sponsoring Bake Sale at the Girls Basketball Game vs. Roncalli on Friday, Jan. 20. Come get some tasty treats!
The girls’ basketball game scheduled at Sisseton has been rescheduled to Thursday, January 26.
South Dakota National Guard is sponsoring a Dodgeball Tournament on January 18. There are fliers hanging throughout the school for more information.
Seniors--Early senior privileges are scheduled to begin on February 24th. You will not receive early privileges on February 24th if you have had any unexcused absences this school year, suspensions for behavior, or more than one grade of a "D" at the time of early granting. Please read the handbook regarding the criteria for early senior privileges as well as the requirements for maintaining privileges throughout the remainder of the year, most specifically the GPA and grade requirements. You will receive an e-mail from me on February 21st if you are not eligible for early senior privileges. Please see me with any questions, Dr. Schwan.
South Dakota 4-H seeks 4th, 7th and 9th grade writers to enter the South Dakota 4-H - Quotes to Live by Essay Contest. The Quotes to Live By Essay Contest is a fun, easy and effective way to enhance your school's or 4-H club's character efforts. The contest is open to all South Dakota Schools, Home Schools and Individual 4-H members. Fourth, seventh and ninth grade students may enter the contest. Cash prize awards are given to the top five places at each grade level. First Place - $200; Second Place - $150; Third Place - $100; 4th Place -- $75; and Fifth Place - $50. Plus, teachers of First Place winners will receive $100 to put toward character education resources. For more information please see Ms. Seeklander. Essays are due March 1, 2017.
Good luck to the 7th and 8th grade boys’ basketball teams against Leola/Frederick today.
Good luck to the girls’ basketball teams at Langford today.
Ages 16 and up -Job Corps representative: Wednesday, Jan. 18 from 8:30 – 9:00 am. Job Corps is a tuition free training and educational program where youth can further their education and gain new skills. We train you in a successful career and assist you in networking with employers and community leaders. Come learn how Job Corps encourages growth and success in a community!
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
Jan. 17 Wells Fargo Scholarship for People with Disabilities
pwdscholarship@scholarshipamerica.org
Jan. 17 SD Engineering Society www.sdes.org
February Presentation (apply early so can be part of Scholarship Day)
Feb Questbridge (high achieve, income qualify 11th gr.) www.questbridge.org
Feb. 1 Sanford Network Chairman’s Challenge Scholarship (emailed 1/4/17)
Feb. 1 Augustana, Black Hills State, USF, Dakota Wesleyan
Feb. 1 Epsilon Sigma Alpha http//www.epsilonsigmaalpha.org/scholarships-and-grants
Feb. 1 Monsanto Grow Ag Leaders http://www.americasfarmers.com/ and FFA.org/scholarships
Feb. 1 Dakota Corp Scholarship http://www.sdbor.edu/dakotacorps/apply.html
Feb. 1 FFA National Scholarships https://www.ffa.org/programs/grantsandscholarships/Scholarships/Pages/default.aspx
Feb. American Legion Auxiliary – to local Auxiliary (Jan Seibel) scholarships – child or grandchild of veteran, warriors scholarship,
Senior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship, Non-Traditional Student Member of Legion or Auxiliary, Junior Member Thelma Foster Scholarship
Feb. 13 Lake Region Electric www.lakeregion.coop
Feb. 15 Stratford Community Theatre (emailed to you 11/7/16)
Feb. 15 Marion T. Wood SD Association of Educational Office Professionals
Business Scholarship http://www.sdaeop.com
Feb. 15 Groton Common Local Applications
Friday, January 6, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 6
The January FCCLA Meeting will be on Tuesday, Jan. 10 in the FACS room during lunch. Lunch will be served!
Drama club students: If you sold coffee and did not get your order forms and money to Mrs. Honerman yesterday, please do so ASAP today!
One Act students – please check your school email. You have been sent a copy of the rehearsal schedule. It is IMPERATIVE that everyone is at the rest of our rehearsals!
Table Talks will start Wednesday, January 11.
There will be a Women in Science conference for Middle School and High School girls on March 8th in Aberdeen. If you are interested please see Ms. Seeklander for registration information. Thank you.
Yearbooks are on sale for $55.00. Please order your yearbook with Mrs. Morehouse.
Good luck to the girls’ and boys’ basketball players at Hamlin today. Dismiss time is 12:50. You are required to go to your 5th hour class.
Good luck to the wrestlers at Miller on Saturday.
Good luck to the girls’ basketball players at Redfield on Saturday.
Open Gym on Sunday from 2:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Grades 11-12 ACT: Registration for the February 11 test is due online by January 13, 2017 . Register at www.actstudent.org and pay with a credit card. You will test in Aberdeen 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: April, and June. See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.
Grade 11: June 17-27 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Free trip, $1000 scholarship for student interested in journalism careers. Apply at freespirit.org . Deadline is February 1.
Grade 11: Summer Research program. Sanford Research welcomes rising seniors (current HS juniors) interested in careers in research to spend their summers in a total-immersion biomedical research experience through the Sanford PROMISE Scholars program. Applications are due January 15 of a student’s junior year of high school. Students work alongside scientists in a mentor lab and present their efforts at the Sanford Summer Research Symposium. PROMISE Scholars earn a $2500 scholarship and 3 undergraduate credits from USD throughout their experience. http://www.sanfordresearch.org/education/k12students/sanfordpromisescholarsprogram/ for more information
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 9: See Mrs. Sternhagen: Joseph Gleason, Colby Merkel, Mackenzie Patton, Darien Shabazz, Noah Tullis, Lee Williams.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
Jan. Mount Marty
Jan School of Mines .
Jan. 6 Davis Bahcall https://doe.sd.gov/secretary/DAVIS-BAHCALL.aspx
Jan. 13 Better Business Bureau video contest (emailed 11/3/16)
Jan. 15 SDSU, Augustana
Jan. 15 SDSM&T Scholarships (must be accepted and apply through portal)
Jan. 17 Wells Fargo Scholarship for People with Disabilities
pwdscholarship@scholarshipamerica.org
Jan. 17 SD Engineering Society www.sdes.org
Drama club students: If you sold coffee and did not get your order forms and money to Mrs. Honerman yesterday, please do so ASAP today!
One Act students – please check your school email. You have been sent a copy of the rehearsal schedule. It is IMPERATIVE that everyone is at the rest of our rehearsals!
Table Talks will start Wednesday, January 11.
There will be a Women in Science conference for Middle School and High School girls on March 8th in Aberdeen. If you are interested please see Ms. Seeklander for registration information. Thank you.
Yearbooks are on sale for $55.00. Please order your yearbook with Mrs. Morehouse.
Good luck to the girls’ and boys’ basketball players at Hamlin today. Dismiss time is 12:50. You are required to go to your 5th hour class.
Good luck to the wrestlers at Miller on Saturday.
Good luck to the girls’ basketball players at Redfield on Saturday.
Open Gym on Sunday from 2:30 – 6:30 p.m.
Grades 11-12 ACT: Registration for the February 11 test is due online by January 13, 2017 . Register at www.actstudent.org and pay with a credit card. You will test in Aberdeen 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: April, and June. See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.
Grade 11: June 17-27 Al Neuharth Free Spirit and Journalism Conference at the Newseum in Washington, DC. Free trip, $1000 scholarship for student interested in journalism careers. Apply at freespirit.org . Deadline is February 1.
Grade 11: Summer Research program. Sanford Research welcomes rising seniors (current HS juniors) interested in careers in research to spend their summers in a total-immersion biomedical research experience through the Sanford PROMISE Scholars program. Applications are due January 15 of a student’s junior year of high school. Students work alongside scientists in a mentor lab and present their efforts at the Sanford Summer Research Symposium. PROMISE Scholars earn a $2500 scholarship and 3 undergraduate credits from USD throughout their experience. http://www.sanfordresearch.org/education/k12students/sanfordpromisescholarsprogram/ for more information
Grade 11: Youth Business Adventure: Applications are due Jan. 26 to Mrs. Sternhagen. YBA is a 1 week program held in June in which students learn about economic, management, and market-oriented issues. It is a leadership experience in which all students (regardless of what career interest area) will benefit. Cost is $250 but financial assistance is available if needed. The application was emailed to you on Jan. 4.
Grade 9: See Mrs. Sternhagen: Joseph Gleason, Colby Merkel, Mackenzie Patton, Darien Shabazz, Noah Tullis, Lee Williams.
Grade 12: Scholarships and Awards
Opens Jan. 1 Build Dakota http://www.builddakotascholarships.com/
Jan. Mount Marty
Jan School of Mines .
Jan. 6 Davis Bahcall https://doe.sd.gov/secretary/DAVIS-BAHCALL.aspx
Jan. 13 Better Business Bureau video contest (emailed 11/3/16)
Jan. 15 SDSU, Augustana
Jan. 15 SDSM&T Scholarships (must be accepted and apply through portal)
Jan. 17 Wells Fargo Scholarship for People with Disabilities
pwdscholarship@scholarshipamerica.org
Jan. 17 SD Engineering Society www.sdes.org
Thursday, January 5, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 5
Drama club coffee orders are due TODAY, January 5. Please make sure
you hand in your order forms AND money to Mrs. Honerman ASAP!
There will be a meeting for those drama club students attending the Chanhassen trip during lunch on Friday, January 6 in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom. Please bring lunch with you!
The One Act is looking for backstage people to run sound, lights, and help with props and costumes. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Honerman immediately!
Table Talks will start Wednesday, January 11.
The Girls basketball games Groton vs Redfield/Doland have been POSTPONED to FRIDAY, FEB 10TH!
There will be a Women in Science conference for Middle School and High School girls on March 8th in Aberdeen. If you are interested please see Ms. Seeklander for registration information. Thank you.
Yearbooks are on sale for $55.00. Please order your yearbook with Mrs. Morehouse.
Grades 11-12: The following college representatives will be in the School Counseling Office to visit with students. Please make arrangements with your teachers.
SD School of Mines and Technology Thursday, January 5th 8:30 – 9:15
Grades 11-12 ACT: Registration for the February 11 test is due online by January 13, 2016 . Register at www.actstudent.org and pay with a credit card. You will test in Aberdeen 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: Feb., April, and June. See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.
Grade 9: Please return Pathway forms to Mrs. Sternhagen: Thomas Cranford, Jonathan Doeden, Joseph Gleason, Colby Merkel, Mackenzie Patton, Hunter Schaller, Garret Schroeder, Darien Shabazz, Noah Tullis, Lee Williams.
There will be a meeting for those drama club students attending the Chanhassen trip during lunch on Friday, January 6 in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom. Please bring lunch with you!
The One Act is looking for backstage people to run sound, lights, and help with props and costumes. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Honerman immediately!
Table Talks will start Wednesday, January 11.
The Girls basketball games Groton vs Redfield/Doland have been POSTPONED to FRIDAY, FEB 10TH!
There will be a Women in Science conference for Middle School and High School girls on March 8th in Aberdeen. If you are interested please see Ms. Seeklander for registration information. Thank you.
Yearbooks are on sale for $55.00. Please order your yearbook with Mrs. Morehouse.
Grades 11-12: The following college representatives will be in the School Counseling Office to visit with students. Please make arrangements with your teachers.
SD School of Mines and Technology Thursday, January 5th 8:30 – 9:15
Grades 11-12 ACT: Registration for the February 11 test is due online by January 13, 2016 . Register at www.actstudent.org and pay with a credit card. You will test in Aberdeen 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: Feb., April, and June. See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.
Grade 9: Please return Pathway forms to Mrs. Sternhagen: Thomas Cranford, Jonathan Doeden, Joseph Gleason, Colby Merkel, Mackenzie Patton, Hunter Schaller, Garret Schroeder, Darien Shabazz, Noah Tullis, Lee Williams.
Wednesday, January 4, 2017
MS/HS Bulletin January 4
Drama club coffee orders are due TOMORROW, January 5. Please make
sure you hand in your order forms AND money to Mrs. Honerman ASAP!
There will be a meeting for those drama club students attending the Chanhassen trip during lunch on Friday, January 6 in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom. Please bring lunch with you!
The One Act is looking for backstage people to run sound, lights, and help with props and costumes. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Honerman immediately!
JH Boys B-ball will start practice Wednesday, Jan 4th after school. Coach Schuring and Coach Kurth
Table Talks will start Wednesday, January 11.
The Girls basketball games Groton vs Redfield/Doland have been POSTPONED to FRIDAY, FEB 10TH!
There will be a Women in Science conference for Middle School and High School girls on March 8th in Aberdeen. If you are interested please see Ms. Seeklander for registration information. Thank you.
Yearbooks are on sale for $50.00 at this time. After December 31 the price will go up to $55.00
Please order your yearbook with Mrs. Morehouse.
Grades 11-12: The following college representatives will be in the School Counseling Office to visit with students. Please make arrangements with your teachers.
SD School of Mines and Technology Thursday, January 5th 8:30 – 9:15
Grades 11-12 ACT: Registration for the February 11 test is due online by January 13, 2016 . Register at www.actstudent.org and pay with a credit card. You will test in Aberdeen 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: Feb., April, and June. See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.
Grade 9: Please return Pathway forms to Mrs. Sternhagen: Thomas Cranford, Jonathan Doeden, Joseph Gleason, Colby Merkel, Mackenzie Patton, Hunter Schaller, Garret Schroeder, Darien Shabazz, Noah Tullis, Lee Williams.
There will be a meeting for those drama club students attending the Chanhassen trip during lunch on Friday, January 6 in Mrs. Honerman’s classroom. Please bring lunch with you!
The One Act is looking for backstage people to run sound, lights, and help with props and costumes. If you are interested, please see Mrs. Honerman immediately!
JH Boys B-ball will start practice Wednesday, Jan 4th after school. Coach Schuring and Coach Kurth
Table Talks will start Wednesday, January 11.
The Girls basketball games Groton vs Redfield/Doland have been POSTPONED to FRIDAY, FEB 10TH!
There will be a Women in Science conference for Middle School and High School girls on March 8th in Aberdeen. If you are interested please see Ms. Seeklander for registration information. Thank you.
Yearbooks are on sale for $50.00 at this time. After December 31 the price will go up to $55.00
Please order your yearbook with Mrs. Morehouse.
Grades 11-12: The following college representatives will be in the School Counseling Office to visit with students. Please make arrangements with your teachers.
SD School of Mines and Technology Thursday, January 5th 8:30 – 9:15
Grades 11-12 ACT: Registration for the February 11 test is due online by January 13, 2016 . Register at www.actstudent.org and pay with a credit card. You will test in Aberdeen 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: Feb., April, and June. See Mrs. Sternhagen if you have questions.
Grade 9: Please return Pathway forms to Mrs. Sternhagen: Thomas Cranford, Jonathan Doeden, Joseph Gleason, Colby Merkel, Mackenzie Patton, Hunter Schaller, Garret Schroeder, Darien Shabazz, Noah Tullis, Lee Williams.
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