Watervliet High School

CONGRATULATIONS to your Sophomore November 2024 Student of the Month--Sienna Harris! I live with my mom, dad, and my sister Ella. I would say Mrs. Hunt and Mrs. Brush are my favorite teachers because they're both very supportive and they make my love for art and choir grow stronger. My favorite class has been art because we learn about so many forms of art and it's always so fun to work on projects and learn new techniques. I was involved with Watervliet Football Cheerleading, and I am excited to be involved in our upcoming school musical. Outside of school, I perform in local theater programs such as Children's Music Workshop, Performing Arts Workshop, and Lake Michigan College. I like to draw, sculpt, write, spend time with my grandma's cats, be with my friends, read, and perform musical theater (a few favorite roles of mine being: Katie Gardner/Echidna in The Lightning Thief, Pinocchio in Shrek Jr, Cherry Sundae/Oompa Loompa in Charlie in the Chocolate Factory, and most recently: Oaken in Frozen Jr.). I plan on going to college to pursue an education that is heavily involved within the arts or with animals. I'd like to end up on Broadway someday (or even write my own musical!). I am proud to be a WHS Panther because they offer so many programs that give students of any interest opportunities to thrive in the places they belong.

CONGRATULATIONS to your November 2024 SOPHOMORE Student of the Month--Gage McKie! My family consists of: my mom, dad, brother, David. My favorite teacher has been Mr. Linderman because even when I was struggling with his class he helped me with whatever I needed help with. My favorite class is Gym because I really like being active and gym helped me stay up in shape. I am involved in: Football basketball choir. In my free time I like to hang out with friends or play sports. I don't know what I plan to do after high school, but I'm leaning towards college to pursue a career in construction. I've been a panther my whole life and the community just keeps getting kinder and more welcoming

CONGRATULATIONS to your JUNIOR November 2024 Student of the Month--Jacob Pleyer! My mom and dad are John and Ashley Pleyer. I have 2 older sisters named Allie and Mariah. Mariah is now married and living in California and Allie is still living here with us in Michigan. Ms. Irmen has been my favorite teacher because she engages with students and has many great teaching techniques. I am a starter on the varsity basketball team. I like to workout and hangout with family and friends in my free time. I plan to college basketball somewhere as of right now I’m undecided where. I’m proud to be a Watervliet Panther because I believe we’ve built a family culture and everyone comes together for everything.

Your SENIOR November 2024 Student of the Month--Chaz Hart! My mother and my father have been two very influential people in my life. They’ve always been thorough, caring, and loving. My family is generally hardworking, resilient, and kind in their words and actions, I'm dearly grateful for them. Honestly, I don’t really have a favorite teacher, every teacher here at Watervliet has been considerate, benevolent, and genuine! Yet, if I have to choose, I say Mrs. O'Toole; she's patient and kind! English 12 has been my favorite class thus far because we're able to read books of our choice independently, learn important information about colleges, and create works such as a portfolio and personal statement. Currently, I am not involved in any sports. I do attend the Virtue Club which has been awesome! It has allowed me to create more deeply rooted connections with the people around me while also acting as a good basis to grow in many important areas such as one's character. In my free time, I enjoy photography, reading, writing, and listening to music. After high school I plan on either enlisting in the military or going to college where I'd potentially study architecture, photography, or something else. I'm still a little unsure as to what I'd pursue specifically. I'm grateful to be a WHS Panther because when I originally started here as a Sophomore, I was warmly welcomed in! I have been treated with kindness, dignity, and respect even while I have been flawed. I've made many memories as a Panther, I've made many mistakes as a Panther, I have improved as a Panther, I have changed as a Panther, and as a Panther, each and every person I've personally spoken to or have not spoken to, student or staff, is beautifully unique and matters greatly to the Watervliet community and to God. This is why I'm proud to be a Panther.

Congratulations to your SENIOR November 2024 Student of the Month--Aubrey James! My parents are Rachel and Chad James and I have a younger brother named Lochlann. Mrs. O'Toole has been my favorite teacher since I took her biology class in my sophomore year. She's extremely helpful and I continue to work with her through NHS. My favorite class so far has been my American History class with Mr. Andrews. History is my favorite subject; I learned so much from that class. I was also able to become better at public speaking and presenting projects by taking his class. I am involved in basketball and softball while also being a member of the National Honor Society, Student Council, Student Advisory Council, and my 2025 class of representatives. In my free time, I enjoy watching movies and hanging out with my friends. After high school, I plan to continue my education and become a Physical Therapist. I'm proud to be a WHS Panther because, despite being small compared to other schools, we still excel in many aspects.

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Friday, December 6th. My name is Logan Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is WG grilled cheese sandwich, tomato soup, pasta salad, cucumber slices, grape clusters Happy Birthday to Kendal Kiefer. There will be a Student Council Meeting this coming Tuesday, Dec. 10th, at 7:30 am sharp in the Media Center. Please be on time. A reminder that all students only walk on the right side of the hallways. Do not stop in the halls to chat and block student traffic. Congratulations to ms. Mosher’s 7th hour class. She had a sub on monday and the sub left her the following note: "A bunch of them helped each other get their IF projects done! It was fun to listen to them explain the differences!! Self-Starters in here. " 2025 Yearbook Presale Dec. 1 - 20 $45 for a yearbook with a FREE Namestamp on the cover. You may place your order directly through this link: https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/index.cfm/job/2956 Or see a yearbook staff member or Mrs. Brant After Dec. 20, yearbooks will be $50 and namestamps will be $5. YOUR PBIS team is working to lower the number of cell phone violations in the classroom. Please be reminded that there are no cell phones to be seen or heard in class. No earbuds as well. Thank you. Check your email for results from the student survey that you completed in the last couple of weeks. Dual enrolled students are required to work in the media center or on the bench outside of the main office. If you are a dual enrolled student, you are not permitted to be in a teacher's classroom during your dual enrolled time. You are also not allowed to be in the cafe or the foyer of the cafe during your dual enrolled time. We need all dual enrolled students in the media center for the best supervision. Thank you. Students are not permitted to be in or go to the cafe during class time. Seniors, if you haven’t placed your order for graduation caps and gowns, please see Teri in the main office today. 3rd hour teachers are reviewing the hallway expectations in 3rd hour this week if you have not done so already. Earning a PBIS raffle ticket for demonstrating RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and SAFETY in the classroom is DeAndre Rose, Eithan Nickell, Gianna Berry, Carson Underwood, Emma Kirksey, Gavin Collins, Lucas Smith, Kendra Sanders, Isaiah Donovan, Wyatt Wagner, Nolan Weckwerth, Aiyanna Forrester, Makena Guzman, Nic Terry, Daz Zang, and Halee McLean. Please come to the office now to pick up your candy or coupon. Again a reminder, if you do not write both your first and last name on your red raffle ticket, your name will not be called. Only 4 weeks remain in this semester, you must have a 60% or higher in a class to pass the class. If you have less than a 60% in a class, you will have to retake the entire class in summer school or next year. We are no longer allowing any student to make up 10 or less percent to get from a 50 to a 60 percent. For your math and social studies classes you have to earn a D- or higher to pass a class. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

All Watervliet Public Schools will be OPEN on Friday, December 6, 2024. Bus pick-up times may be slightly delayed as drivers will be driving with all necessary caution.

Good Morning: Due to high winds and icy road conditions, all Watervliet Public Schools will be closed today, Thursday, December 5th. Decisions regarding evening games will be made after noon today. If you must go out today, please exercise caution as roads are slick and wind gusts are very strong.

Due to oncoming, inclement weather all evening athletic competitions today have been cancelled. Middle school cheer and all high school practices are still on. All middle school basketball practices have been cancelled.

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Wednesday, December 4th. My name is Chaz Hart and I am your Wednesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is croissant sandwiches w/choice of chicken or egg salad, sweet peppers, corn chips, fresh salad greens, pears There are no birthdays today. JV Panthers defeat Huskies 36 - 21. JV Girls traveled to Hartford last night to take on the Huskies. The Panthers started off slow by trailing 4-0 but ended the First Qtr on a 8-0 run. Going into the second half the team had the lead 14-11. The team used their defense and transition offense to pull away in the second half out scoring the Huskies 22-10. It was a team effort tonight on both defense and offense. The JV team looks to keep it going Friday when they host South Haven. Leading scorers were Katelynn Kostrzewa and Daijahnae Hatcher each with 10 points, and Gianna Berry with 6 points. The Panther Varsity Girls Basketball team opened the 2024-25 campaign with a statement victory on the road over the Hartford Huskies, 35-22. The defense was stout throughout the contest, forcing the Huskies into multiple turnovers that led to countless transition opportunities. The Panther defense held the hosts to single digit scoring in every quarter. A balanced offensive attack was key to victory tonight as eight Panthers found the scoring column. Leila Liberto-Taylor finished with 8 points, Natalie Van Lente with 7, and Isabella Bultema with 7. Rounding out the scoring was Aubrey James (4), Addy Smith (2), Moeko Crago (2), Riley Preston (2), and Courtney Van Lente (1). The Panthers move to 1-0 on the season and take on South Haven this Friday. 2025 Yearbook Presale Dec. 1 - 20 $45 for a yearbook with a FREE Namestamp on the cover. You may place your order directly through this link: https://www.yearbookordercenter.com/index.cfm/job/2956 Or see a yearbook staff member or Mrs. Brant After Dec. 20, yearbooks will be $50 and namestamps will be $5. YOUR PBIS team is working to lower the number of cell phone violations in the classroom. Please be reminded that there are no cell phones to be seen or heard in class. No earbuds as well. Thank you. There is a SAC meeting today at 7:30 am; all class representatives are asked to attend. Dual enrolled students are required to work in the media center or on the bench outside of the main office. If you are a dual enrolled student, you are not permitted to be in a teacher's classroom during your dual enrolled time. You are also not allowed to be in the cafe or the foyer of the cafe during your dual enrolled time. We need all dual enrolled students in the media center for the best supervision. Thank you. Students are not permitted to be in or go to the cafe during class time. A GVSU representative will be here at lunch today in the cafeteria. The Tech bus will leave 5 minutes later today than usual so that students can eat lunch and get on the bus. Please eat lunch as soon as you get to the cafe at 11:45 and board the bus. It is time to dual enroll for next semester. Anyone interested in dual enrolling should see Mrs. Tyler to sign up! Seniors, if you haven’t placed your order for graduation caps and gowns, please see Teri in the main office today. 3rd hour teachers are reviewing the hallway expectations in 3rd hour this week if you have not done so already. Earning a PBIS raffle ticket for demonstrating RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and SAFETY in the classroom is Izzy Tarantino and Daijahnae Hatcher. Please come to the office now to pick up your candy or coupon. Again a reminder, if you do not write both your first and last name on your red raffle ticket, your name will not be called. Only 4 weeks remain in this semester, you must have a 60% or higher in a class to pass the class. If you have less than a 60% in a class, you will have to retake the entire class in summer school or next year. We are no longer allowing any student to make up 10 or less percent to get from a 50 to a 60 percent. For your math and social studies classes you have to earn a D- or higher to pass a class. For 9th and 10th graders, there is an early middle college presentation in the media center at 6 pm. All parents of 9th and 10th graders who are interested in learning more about the early middle college are invited to join us at 6 PM in the high school media center. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Due to inclement weather, all Watervliet Public Schools will be closed on Tuesday, December 3, 2024. Look for information after 12:00 PM tomorrow regarding scheduled HS games.

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Monday, December 2nd. My name is Alyssa Brown and I am your MONDAY morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is cheeseburgers, french fries, pickle spear, sliced tomato, romaine ribbons, pineapple There are no birthdays today. Dual enrolled students are required to work in the media center or on the bench outside of the main office. If you are a dual enrolled student, you are not permitted to be in a teacher's classroom during your dual enrolled time. You are also not allowed to be in the cafe or the foyer of the cafe/ We need all dual enrolled students in the media center for the best supervision. Thank you. The Tech bus will leave 5 minutes later today than usual so that students can eat lunch and get on the bus. Please eat lunch as soon as you get to the cafe at 11:45 and board the bus. It is time to dual enroll for next semester. Anyone interested in dual enrolling should see Mrs. Tyler to sign up! Seniors, graduation packets are now available in the HS office. You will need this packet to order your commencement caps & gowns. Please stop in and pick one up at your convenience. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding placing orders, our Jostens representative will be here on TODAY during all lunch hours. Sophomores, you should have received your class ring packets in your English classes; please see Mrs. Riedinger if you didn’t get one. The Jostens representative will be here on TODAY during all lunch hours to collect class ring orders. 3rd hour teachers are reviewing the hallway expectations in 3rd hour this week if you have not done so already. Earning a PBIS raffle ticket for demonstrating RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and SAFETY in the classroom is Kayden Harrington, Sydnee Enders, Kendra Sanders, Alyssa Briley, and Ramsey Perez. Please come to the office now to pick up your candy or coupon. Again a reminder, if you do not write both your first and last name on your red raffle ticket, your name will not be called. Only 4 weeks remain in this semester, you must have a 60% or higher in a class to pass the class. If you have less than a 60% in a class, you will have to retake the entire class in summer school or next year. We are no longer allowing any student to make up 10 or less percent to get from a 50 to a 60 percent. For your math and social studies classes you have to earn a D- or higher to pass a class. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR NOVEMBER 2024 NOMINEES FOR STUDENT OF THE MONTH! Winners at each grade level will be announced after Thanksgiving break! 9TH GRADE NOMINEES Nolan Weckwerth Erica Burgos Coral McGuffey Karina Short McKaylen Laws Ethan Shaffer Kaden Conklin Joseph Stanisci Alvin Jones Chris Murphy Chloe Womac Jose Cruz-Margarito Gianna Berry Ava Thomas Taven Riggs Madison Darling Eliza Brooks Ava Bentley Lilly Maldanado Cameron Pickens 10TH GRADE NOMINEES Elizabeth Leblang Aaron Alvarado Mackenzie Webster Jayden Reed Gage McKie Kyle Domingo Alyssa Koch Claire Moore Angelica Daisy Shelby Schlipp Sofia De Veras Quaresma So'Marion Bennett Sienna Harris Ava Hobson Vivienne Sexton Liliana Perez Kalyn Manley Isabella Clark Makenna Guzman Tony Marta Allison Poole 11th GRADE NOMINEES Moeko Crago William Sherrard Jordan Peek Kendra Sanders Siena Bulat Abby Klopp Kami Rathfon Jaylee Havenaar Ava Sprague Zeke Cardozo Izzy Tarantino Ben Ruland Jeramiah Glowacki Emy Baldwin Jenna Ritter Phoenix Anderson Keira Tremblay Felipe Garcia Destiny Lynch Jacob Pleyer 12th GRADE NOMINEES Hector Salguero Riley Preston Aubrey James Maddi Roell Chaz Hart KIm Romero-Chairez Logan Eberhard Mackenzie Robards Gavin Collins Emmett Williams Jordan Brule Gabby Wisdom Noah Bentley Chelsea Lange Jewell Burgess

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Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Tuesday, November 26th. My name is Ayana Marshall and I am your Tuesday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is Bosco Sticks, marinara sauce, grapefruit cup, cucumber slices, blue rasp- berry & lemon fruit slushies. There are no birthdays today. The Tech bus will leave 5 minutes later today than usual so that students can eat lunch and get on the bus. Please eat lunch as soon as you get to the cafe at 11:45 and board the bus. It is time to dual enroll for next semester. Anyone interested in dual enrolling should see Mrs. Tyler to sign up! Your student advisory council to the principal has emailed all students a link to a survey to get your feedback. Check your email today and complete the survey. Today is the deadline. The winner of the Food Drive pizza party is Mrs. Lefor’s 7th hour class! Congratulations and thank you for donating 453 items to the drive. Your party will be on Monday, 12/2. Seniors, graduation packets are now available in the HS office. You will need this packet to order your commencement caps & gowns. Please stop in and pick one up at your convenience. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding placing orders, our Jostens representative will be here on 12/2 during all lunch hours. Mr. Arter is staying after school today for students who would like homework assistance. You must be in his room by 3:20. Sophomores, you should have received your class ring packets in your English classes; please see Mrs. Riedinger if you didn’t get one. The Jostens representative will be here on 12/2 during all lunch hours to collect class ring orders. 3rd hour teachers are reviewing the hallway expectations in 3rd hour this week if you have not done so already. Earning a PBIS raffle ticket for demonstrating RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and SAFETY in the classroom is Annabella Schadler. Please come to the office now to pick up your candy or coupon. Again a reminder, if you do not write both your first and last name on your red raffle ticket, your name will not be called. Only 1 week remains in the Big Buck competition. Ms. Powers has now received 2 student entries and 1 teacher entry. Only 5 weeks remain in this semester, you must have a 60% or higher in a class to pass the class. If you have less than a 60% in a class, you will have to retake the entire class in summer school or next year. We are no longer allowing any student to make up 10 or less percent to get from a 50 to a 60 percent. For your math and social studies classes you have to earn a D- or higher to pass a class. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Monday November 25th . My name is Alyssa Brown and I am your Monday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is loaded baked potato bar, chili w/beef & beans, cheesy broccoli, strawber- ries There are no birthdays today. It is time to dual enroll for next semester. Anyone interested in dual enrolling should see Mrs. Tyler to sign up! Your student advisory council to the principal has emailed all students a link to a survey to get your feedback. Check your email today and complete the survey. Thank you! Seniors, graduation packets are now available in the HS office. Please stop in and pick one up at your convenience. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding placing orders, our Jostens representative will be here on 12/2 during all lunch hours. TODAY, Mr. Domino will be staying after for any student needing math help after school. It does not matter what math class you have or if you have him for a teacher. If you would like math assistance for any math class, please report to his room TODAY by 3:15 PM. Mr. Arter is doing the same today and tomorrow as well. Sophomores, you should have received your class ring packets in your English classes; please see Mrs. Riedinger if you didn’t get one. If you have any questions, our Jostens representative will be here on 12/2 during all lunch hours. 3rd hour teachers are reviewing the hallway expectations in 3rd hour this week if you have not done so already. Earning a PBIS raffle ticket for demonstrating RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and SAFETY in the classroom is So’Marion Bennett, Tyrus Humphrey, and Kyra Sullivan. Please come to the office now to pick up your candy or coupon. Again a reminder, if you do not write both your first and last name on your red raffle ticket, your name will not be called. Only 1 week remains in the Big Buck competition. Unless Ms. Powers gets another entry the single student who has submitted an entry will be declared the winner. Check your email for more details. Only 5 weeks remain in this semester, you must have a 60% or higher in a class to pass the class. If you have less than a 60% in a class, you will have to retake the entire class in summer school or next year. We are no longer allowing any student to make up 10 or less percent to get from a 50 to a 60 percent. For your math and social studies classes you have to earn a D- or higher to pass a class. THIS WEEK, there is only school on Monday and Tuesday due to Thanksgiving Break. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Dear Senior Families: The FAFSA is now open and able to be completed! Students who can complete the FAFSA by December 20th (within the first 20 days that it is open) will receive a free goody bag from Ms. Powers. Students who complete the FAFSA by Spring Break will be able to participate in the Pie a Staff Member in the Face event, in which students get to pick the staff member of their choice to pie in the face before leaving for spring break. Mr. Coburn, our certified FAFSA expert, will be meeting with your Senior in the next month to ask the following questions: (1) where have you applied? (2) where have you been accepted? (3) do you have your FSA ID? If you would like to meet with Mr. Coburn to get assistance in completing the FAFSA, please reach out to him at christopher.coburn@watervlietps.org. He is available during and after the school day to meet with any parent who would like assistance. It only takes 30 minutes to complete the FAFSA once you have all of the needed information: FSA ID for both parent and student, 2023 tax information, total current account amount for both parent and student, net worth of any businesses, SS # for both parent and student, and a list of all of the schools to which your Senior has applied. It is our goal that 100% of the Class of 2025 completes the FAFSA this year. Whether your child is headed to post secondary training or not, plans can change over the summer. We want your child to be ready for whatever comes their way in the Fall of 2025 with a completed FAFSA! THANK YOU !

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Good Morning Watervliet Panthers! Today is Friday, November 22nd. My name is Logan Schaefer and I am your Friday morning announcement reader. Today’s lunch is Buffalo Chicken Ranch Pizza, carrots & celery, apples, caramel dip Friday: Thanksgiving holiday feast! There are no birthdays today. It is time to dual enroll for next semester. Anyone interested in dual enrolling should see Mrs. Tyler to sign up! Your student advisory council to the principal has emailed all students a link to a survey to get your feedback. Check your email today and complete the survey. Thank you! Seniors, graduation packets are now available in the HS office. Please stop in and pick one up at your convenience. Should you have any questions or concerns regarding placing orders, our Jostens representative will be here on 12/2 during all lunch hours. Students, this coming Monday is the last day to contribute to the Food Drive. Please take your items to your 7th hour teachers by 3:00 Monday, 11/25. The winner of the pizza party will be announced Tuesday. Next Monday, Mr. Domino will be staying after for any student needing math help after school. It does not matter what math class you have or if you have him for a teacher. If you would like math assistance for any math class, please report to his room Monday by 3:15 PM. Mr. Arter is doing the same on both Monday and Tuesday next week. Sophomores, you should have received your class ring packets in your English classes; please see Mrs. Riedinger if you didn’t get one. If you have any questions, our Jostens representative will be here on 12/2 during all lunch hours. 3rd hour teachers are reviewing the cafe expectations at lunch in 3rd hour this week if you have not done so already. Earning a PBIS raffle ticket for demonstrating RESPECT, RESPONSIBILITY, and SAFETY in the classroom is Izzy Tarantino. Please come to the office now to pick up your candy or coupon. Again a reminder, if you do not write both your first and last name on your red raffle ticket, your name will not be called. The annual big buck competition has begun. Check your email for details. Ms. Powers has already received one entry. Only 6 weeks remain in this semester, you must have a 60% or higher in a class to pass the class. If you have less than a 60% in a class, you will have to retake the entire class in summer school or next year. We are no longer allowing any student to make up 10 or less percent to get from a 50 to a 60 percent. Mr. Berget is no longer allowing food on the tech center bus at lunch. Please eat your lunch before getting on the bus to go to tech. Thank you. Next week, there is only school on Monday and Tuesday due to Thanksgiving Break. At this time we ask you to stand. The privilege of this day was made possible by those who have fought and continue to fight for the freedoms that we enjoy. Let us respect and honor their efforts by standing, placing our hands on our hearts, and reciting the pledge of allegiance. If you are wearing a hat, please remove it. I pledge allegiance to the Flag of the United States of America, and to the Republic for which it stands, one Nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all. Those are all of our announcements for today. Make it a great day or not Panthers, the choice is yours!

Wednesday's early release day provided a fun break from our serious art projects, allowing us to create art with frosting, graham crackers, and vanilla wafers. Art I students blended colors to make frosting color wheels, while Art II students recreated iconic masterpieces. Part 2