Lake City Middle School Bulletin for Wednesday, November 23, 2016

Free Throw-a-Thon Reminder to all boys basketball players the Free Throw-a-Thon is next Wednesday November 30th. Don't wait to start working on pledges and donations!

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No school- tomorrow and Friday. We wish you and your families a wonderful Thanksgiving weekend!

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Mobile Dentist will be in the LC District on December 16. Applications are in the office.

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HOOP Christmas Starting November 16th, there will be a box in the Middle School Office to collect toys for the 52nd annual HOOP Christmas Party. The party provides toys to underprivileged children, from newborn to 14 years old, in Missaukee County. Please feel free to bring in unwrapped new toys for donation.

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Stuffed Animals Wanted The Manton Rotary is collecting new or gently used stuffed animals to be give out at Project Christmas. New or gently used stuffed animals will be collected until December 8. Thank you for any donations to this worthy cause!

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Non-perishable Food Drive for Project Christmas- The Natural Helpers are excited to host a non-perishable food drive for Project Christmas. Beginning on the Monday after Thanksgiving break (November 28), you can start bringing in your donations. We will be collecting food until December 8. The items will be collected during Advisory time. You are competing with all the other Advisory classes to see who can bring in the most items. The winning Advisory class will be rewarded with an ice cream sundae party hosted by the Natural Helpers.

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Winter Sport Passes- are now available. Family=$50, Adult individual=$25, student individual=$10. Passes are good for all home games at middle and high school.

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6th Grade Boys Basketball Camp Sign-up for 6th Grade boys basketball begins today. Please sign up during your lunch/AI hours. Sign-up goes through Monday, Nov. 28th. More details to come.

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, November 22, 2016

 

Congratulations to the Student of the Week - Brieonna Schepers.

You've all heard of Black Friday, right?  Well, the Journalism class is going to have a Yearbook Monday sale!  On Monday, November 28 yearbooks will be on sale for $35! This is the lowest price of the year. This is a ONE DAY ONLY sale, so bring your $20 deposit. 

Seniors will be voting on class song, flower, and motto today during 4^th hour in Mr. Thom’s lab. It should only take a few minutes. Nick Trolz and Maggie Thom will be going around to pull seniors in small groups.

The senior composite is scheduled for the morning of Friday, December 2 in the auditorium.

 

Seniors - remember to stop in and sign the signature template in Ms. Bernier’s room.  Order forms and money for senior clothing are due November 30.  Also, make sure you are making sales on the Michigan fundraiser – order forms and money are due Monday, November 28. 

 

Sign up in the office if you are interested in being a Camp Rotary counselor.  Enrollment packet must be returned to the High School Office by Friday, January 6.

 

There is no school this Thursday and Friday so families may enjoy Thanksgiving together.

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

                                                                         

If you have a class that you need, or are looking at for Independent Study for 2^nd semester, please pick up a request form from Mrs. Richardson.  They will be due to her by Thursday, December 1. 

 

ATHLETICS

 

Reminder to all boys basketball players that the Free Throw-a-Thon is next Wednesday,

November 30. Don't wait to start working on pledges and donations!

 

There will be retro Lake City Basketball gear on sale all this week during lunch for $5 per item. Varsity Boys Basketball players will be selling these items in the hallway outside the gym.

 

The athletic boosters have a few extra boxes of trash bags. If you are interested in purchasing, please see Mrs. Vokes in the athletic office.

 

Winter season passes can be purchased in the athletic office or at any home game – cost if $50 per family, $25 per adult individual and $10 for students.

 

Athletes - please turn in your code of conducts if you have not done so already. Thank you.

 

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday, November 21, 2016

 

Congratulations to the Student of the Week - Brieonna Schepers.

 

Freshmen - remember to sell items for your fundraiser. Forms and money are due Tuesday, November 29 to Ms. Ellis or the office. Goal is for each student to sell 5-10 blocks of fudge.

 

Seniors - remember to stop in and sign the signature template in Ms. Bernier’s room.  Order forms and money for senior clothing are due November 30.  Also, make sure you are making sales on the Michigan fundraiser – order forms and money are due Monday, November 28. 

 

Sign up in the office if you are interested in being a Camp Rotary counselor.  Enrollment packet must be returned to the High School Office by Friday, January 6.

 

There is no school this Thursday and Friday so families may enjoy Thanksgiving together.

 

There will be no AI tomorrow.  

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

                                                                         

If you have a class that you need, or are looking at for Independent Study for 2^nd semester, please pick up a request form from Mrs. Richardson.  They will be due to her by Thursday, December 1. 

 

ATHLETICS

 

There will be retro Lake City Basketball gear on sale all this week during lunch for $5 per item. Varsity Boys Basketball players will be selling these items in the hallway outside the gym.

 

The athletic boosters have a few extra boxes of trash bags. If you are interested in purchasing, please see Mrs. Vokes in the athletic office.

 

Winter season passes can be purchased in the athletic office or at any home game – cost if $50 per family, $25 per adult individual and $10 for students.

 

The Boys Basketball scrimmage has been moved to Tuesday, November 22 in the high school gym.

 

Athletes - please turn in your code of conducts if you have not done so already. Thank you.

 

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Wednesday, November 16, 2016

 

 

Seniors - pick up a fundraising packet if you weren't able to make Friday's meeting.  Remember that our goal is 10-15 items per person! 

 

We are running Tuesday's AI schedule tomorrow.

 

Project Christmas is collecting new and gently used stuffed animals and new toys.  If you would like to donate, please drop them off to the office.  We will be collecting thorough December 8.

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

                                                                         

 

 

ATHLETICS

 

JV/Varsity Wrestling – parent and athlete meeting tonight at 5:45 p.m. following practice in the high school library.

 

Please pick up your Bear Claw trash bags from Mrs. Vokes, if you have not yet done so.

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday, November 14, 2016

 

Juniors – pie pickup and delivery is today. 

 

Mobile Dentist forms are due back to the office Monday, November 14.  If you have questions contact Ms. Holly or the office.

 

Seniors - there will be a class meeting today in Ms. Bernier’s room at 3:10.

 

Students – there will be no school tomorrow.

 

Students and parents – the Missaukee County Road Commission requests your cooperation through the upcoming winter months while snowplowing is taking place.  They ask that you be aware of the fact that the plows are on the roads many morning at the same times the buses are picking up students.  Please make sure that your children wait a safe distance from the plowed portion of the roadway until the bus actually arrives at their stop.  It is important that we work together to make certain of their safety.  If you have questions regarding the above or any other snow removeal problems, feel free to call Kelly Bekken, manager at the Road Commission at 839-4361.

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

                                                                         

 

ATHLETICS

 

Please pick up your Bear Claw trash bags from Mrs. Vokes, if you have not yet done so.

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thursday, November 10, 2016

 

Freshmen Class - we need you to meet with your class representatives and advisors tomorrow in the library from 7:55-8:10 a.m. This meeting should only take a few minutes.  Thank you for your attendance and interest as we continue to work toward the success of the class of 2020!

 

Attention Juniors - because we had so many pie orders turned in late, we have had to move the delivery date.  Please make adjustments for pickup and delivery to Monday, November 14. 

 

The annual canned-food drive has begun. Drop off donations to your class advisor’s room each morning. Spirit Points will be awarded each of the four days this year.

 

The NHS is hosting the Red Cross Blood Drive tomorrow. You can save up to three lives, plus free snacks, and you choose which class you get out of. Sign up with Maggie Thom or on the school’s website. You must be 16 to donate.

 

Mobile Dentist will be here on Friday, December 16.  Pick up a form in the office if you would like to receive services that day.  Forms are due back to the office Monday, November 14.  If you have any questions contact Ms. Holly or the office.

 

Congratulations to Kaitlyn Stoll and Caleb LaFond – CTC’s Students of the Quarter.

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

                                                                         

Seniors – we have had zero applications for the two Mason’s Scholarships turned in as of now!  They are due at the end of the day, but if you are close to being done but not quite, see Mrs. Richardson.  This is FREE MONEY FOR COLLEGE!

 

Seniors - the Mid-Michigan Community College Laker Distinction Scholarship is due this Saturday.    

ATHLETICS

 

The Bear Claw trash bags are in.  Stop in Mrs. Vokes’ office to pick them up today!

 

All athletes and students with the large athletic lockers in the locker rooms need to have their lockers emptied, and locks off, by tomorrow for re-assignment for winter sports.  Anything not removed will be removed for you.

 

There is open field this Sunday from 1:30-3:00 for all girls interested in playing softball this spring.  Remember to bring your cleats and glove.

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

Cheer team tryouts will be held today from 4 to 6 p.m.  Please report to the café ready to practice. You must have a physical on file in order to try out. 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Wednesday, November 09, 2016

 

JV football players - today is the last day to turn in your $4 to Mrs. Thom.  Turn it in to her ASAP.

 

Freshmen Class - we need you to meet with your class representatives and advisors Friday in the library from 7:55-8:10 a.m. This meeting should only take a few minutes.  Thank you for your attendance and interest as we continue to work toward the success of the class of 2020!

 

Attention Juniors - because we had so many pie orders turned in late, we have had to move the delivery date from November 11 to November 14.   So sorry for the inconvenience, but Monday is the earliest we can have them at the school for delivery.  Please make adjustments for pickup and delivery to Monday, November 14.  Thank you.

 

The annual canned-food drive begins today. Drop off donations to your class advisor’s room each morning. Spirit Points will be awarded each of the four days this year.

 

The NHS will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive this Friday. You can save up to three lives, plus free snacks, and you choose which class you get out of. Sign up with Maggie Thom or on the school’s website. You must be 16 to donate.

 

Mobile Dentist will be here on Friday, December 16.  Pick up a form in the office if you would like to receive services that day.  Forms are due back to the office Monday, November 14.  If you have any questions contact Ms. Holly or the office.

 

COUNSELOR CORNER     

                                                                         

Seniors – the Mason’s Scholarships application and supporting materials are due to Mrs. Richardson by noon tomorrow.

 

Seniors - the Mid-Michigan Community College Laker Distinction Scholarship is due Saturday, November 12.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

ATHLETICS

 

There is open field this Sunday from 1:30-3:00 for all girls interested in playing softball this spring.  Remember to bring your cleats and glove.

 

A representative from Northwestern Michigan College will be here at 1:00 today in Mr. Fairbrother’s room to meet with students. 

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

Cheer team tryouts will be held today and tomorrow from 4 to 6 p.m.  Please report to the café ready to practice. You must have a physical on file in order to try out. 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, November 08, 2016

 

JV football players - tomorrow is the last day to turn in your $4 to Mrs. Thom.  Please get that money to her ASAP.

 

Juniors - your pie order forms are due to Mrs. Baron!  Please turn in your order forms and money! 

 

Juniors on the Prom Planning Committee - there is a meeting during AI today to initialize plans for prom.  Please check in with your AI teacher and then head directly to the library. 

 

The annual canned-food drive begins tomorrow. Drop off donations to your class advisor’s room each morning. Spirit Points will be awarded each of the four days this year.

 

The NHS will be hosting a Red Cross Blood Drive this Friday. You can save up to three lives, plus free snacks, and you choose which class you get out of. Sign up with Maggie Thom or on the school’s website. You must be 16 to donate.

 

Freshmen — there will be a full class meeting this Friday morning at 7:50 in Ms. Ellis’ French computer lab, please plan on attending!

 

Mobile Dentist will be here on Friday, December 16.  Pick up a form in the office if you would like to receive services that day.  Forms are due back to the office Monday, November 14.  If you have any questions contact Ms. Holly or the office.

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

 

The local Youth Advisory Committee of the Missaukee Area Community Foundation is looking for new members.  This is for students grades 9–12 who are looking to volunteer, be involved in community service projects, and help approve grant-funding to many organizations.  This is a great way to get involved in your community, and also looks good on applications.  If you are interested, see Mrs. Richardson ASAP.

                                                                            

Seniors – the Mason’s Scholarships application and supporting materials are due to Mrs. Richardson by Thursday, November 10 at noon.

 

Seniors - if you are interested in applying for the Mid-Michigan Community College Laker Distinction Scholarship, you must apply by Saturday, November 12.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

There is a YAC meeting tomorrow morning at 7:30 in the high school library.

 

ATHLETICS

 

There is open field this Sunday from 1:30-3:00 for all girls interested in playing softball this spring.  Remember to bring your cleats and glove.

 

A representative from Northwestern Michigan College will be here tomorrow at 1:00 p.m. in the library.  Sign up in the office if you are interested.

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

The football banquet has been rescheduled for November 9 – same time, same place.

Cheer team tryouts will be held on November 8, 9 and 10 from 4 to 6 p.m.  Please report to the café ready to practice. You must have a physical on file in order to try out. 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday, November 04, 2016

 

Congratulations to Maggie Thom – our Student of the Week!

 

There will be a short class meeting for seniors who plan to go on the senior trip today at 3:05 in

Ms. Bernier’s room.  If you have not signed up for the trip yet, be sure to do so during the meeting. Check in with Ms. Bernier or Ms. Phil if you can’t attend the meeting.  Class dues for all four years must be paid by January 6 in order to be able to go on the senior trip. 

 

Mrs. Vanderbrook’s will have tutoring today after school. 

 

Current YAC members – there will be a meeting on Wednesday, November 9 at 7:30 a.m. in the library.

 

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

 

The local Youth Advisory Committee of the Missaukee Area Community Foundation is looking for new members.  This is for students grades 9–12 who are looking to volunteer, be involved in community service projects, and help approve grant-funding to many organizations.  This is a great way to get involved in your community, and also looks good on applications.  If you are interested, see Mrs. Richardson ASAP.

                                                                            

Seniors – the Mason’s Scholarships application and supporting materials are due to Mrs. Richardson by Thursday, November 10 at noon.

 

Seniors - if you are interested in applying for the Mid-Michigan Community College Laker Distinction Scholarship, you must apply by Saturday, November 12.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

 

ATHLETICS

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

All boys going out for JV or Varsity basketball this season - there is a mandatory parent-player meeting on Monday, November 7 in the auditorium at 6:00 p.m. You and at least one parent MUST be in attendance. Trojan Championship Conditioning will follow the meeting at the MS gym from 6:30-7:30 p.m. If you have any questions contact Coach Besko.

 

The football banquet has been rescheduled for November 9 – same time, same place.

 

Cheer team tryouts will be held on November 8, 9 and 10 from 4 to 6 p.m.  Please report to the café ready to practice. You must have a physical on file in order to try out. 

 

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thursday, November 03, 2016

 

Congratulations to Maggie Thom – our Student of the Week!

 

There will be a short class meeting for seniors who plan to go on the senior trip tomorrow at 3:05 in Ms. Bernier’s room.  If you have not signed up for the trip yet, be sure to do so during the meeting. Check in with Ms. Bernier or Ms. Phil if you can’t attend the meeting.  Class dues for all four years must be paid by January 6 in order to be able to go on the senior trip. 

 

Mrs. Vanderbrook’s tutoring has been moved to Friday after school.  There will be no tutoring today after school.

 

Current YAC members – there will be a meeting on Wednesday, November 9 at 7:30 a.m. in the library.

 

 

COUNSELOR CORNER    

 

The local Youth Advisory Committee of the Missaukee Area Community Foundation is looking for new members.  This is for students grades 9–12 who are looking to volunteer, be involved in community service projects, and help approve grant-funding to many organizations.  This is a great way to get involved in your community, and also looks good on applications.  If you are interested, see Mrs. Richardson ASAP.

                                                                            

Seniors – the Mason’s Scholarships application and supporting materials are due to Mrs. Richardson by Thursday, November 10 at noon.

 

Seniors - if you are interested in applying for the Mid-Michigan Community College Laker Distinction Scholarship, you must apply by Saturday, November 12.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

Dual Enrollment registration forms must be turned in to Mrs. Richardson tomorrow.

 

Sophomores – MYLEAD is a leadership program for students ending their sophomore year.  There are 2 dates, one in May and one in June, to attend this amazing program at MSU.  If you are interested, see Mrs. Richardson about being nominated. 

 

 

ATHLETICS

 

Winter sports passes are available.  Family $50, adult individual $25, and student $10.  Good for all home games – middle school and high school.

 

All boys going out for JV or Varsity basketball this season - there is a mandatory parent-player meeting on Monday, November 7 in the auditorium at 6:00 p.m. You and at least one parent MUST be in attendance. Trojan Championship Conditioning will follow the meeting at the MS gym from 6:30-7:30 p.m. If you have any questions contact Coach Besko.

 

The football banquet has been rescheduled for November 9 – same time, same place.

 

Cheer team tryouts will be held on November 8, 9 and 10 from 4 to 6 p.m.  Please report to the café ready to practice. You must have a physical on file in order to try out. 

 

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Wednesday, November 02, 2016

 

Congratulations to Maggie Thom – our Student of the Week!

 

There will be a Student Council meeting today at lunch in Mr. Thom’s room.

 

Attention JV football players - please drop off $4 to Mrs. Thom for coaches’ gifts asap. 

 

CORNER    

 

Ferris will be here today at 1:00 p.m. in the library.

 

The local Youth Advisory Committee of the Missaukee Area Community Foundation is looking for new members.  This is for students grades 9–12 who are looking to volunteer, be involved in community service projects, and help approve grant-funding to many organizations.  This is a great way to get involved in your community, and also looks good on applications.  If you are interested, see Mrs. Richardson ASAP.

                                                                             

Seniors – the Mason’s Scholarships application and supporting materials are due to Mrs. Richardson by Thursday, November 10 at noon.

 

Seniors - if you are interested in applying for the Mid-Michigan Community College Laker Distinction Scholarship, you must apply by Saturday, November 12.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

If you are interested in taking a Dual Enrollment course for second semester, you will need to fill out a registration packet and return to Mrs. Richardson by Friday, November 4.

 

Sophomores – MYLEAD is a leadership program for students ending their sophomore year.  There are 2 dates, one in May and one in June, to attend this amazing program at MSU.  If you are interested, see Mrs. Richardson about being nominated. 

 

ATHLETICS

 

Varsity Volleyball Districts at McBain, bus leaves at 5, games starts at 6 p.m.

 

Boys going out for JV or Varsity basketball -there will be a short mandatory meeting after school in the HS gym beginning at 3:30. Please plan to be there. Contact Coach Besko if you have questions.

 

The football banquet has been rescheduled for November 9 – same time, same place.

 

Cheer team tryouts will be held on November 8, 9 and 10 from 4 to 6 p.m.  Please report to the café ready to practice. You must have a physical on file in order to try out. 

 

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Friday, October 28, 2016

 

Congratulations to our Student of the Week – Kelsey Trumble.

 

Get your ghoul on at the Halloween Dance, Saturday, October 29, from 8-11 p.m.  Cost is $5 per person or $3 if in school appropriate costume!  There will be a costume contest and lot of fun! 

 

Seniors:  If you are planning on going on the senior trip, please sign up in Ms. Bernier’s room.

 

Students will not have school on Tuesday, November 1 for staff to attend professional development. 

 

COUNSELOR’S CORNER    

 

Ferris will be here Wednesday, November 2 at 1:00 p.m. Sign up in the office.                                                                                                          

 

Seniors - if you have a 3.5 GPA or higher, Mid-Michigan Community College is taking applications for their Lake Distinction Scholarship.  There are 8 full ride scholarships available!  Go to midmich.edu/distinction for information on how to apply.  This is a great opportunity.  They are due by Saturday, November 12 so get on it fast!  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

If you are interested in taking a Dual Enrollment course for second semester, you will need to fill out a registration packet and choose a course(s).  These will be due to Mrs. Richardson by Friday, November 4.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions you have, and to pick up a packet. 

 

ATHLETICS

 

There will be open gym for all potential boys basketball players today after school from 3:30-4:45 p.m. in the high school gym. If you have questions contact Coach Besko.

 

JV/Varsity Volleyball Dig Pink vs Marion, home, starts at 6 p.m.

 

Saturday – Varsity Cross Country Regionals at Gaylord, depart at 7:15 a.m., start at 10:00 a.m.

Saturday – JV/Varsity Highland Conference Tournament at McBain, depart at 8 a.m., start at 9 a.m.

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Thursday, October 27, 2016

 

Congratulations to our Student of the Week – Kelsey Trumble.

 

Get your ghoul on at the Halloween Dance, Saturday, October 29, from 8-11 p.m.  Cost is $5 per person or $3 if in school appropriate costume!  There will be a costume contest and lot of fun! 

 

Picture re-takes are tomorrow morning in the auditorium. 

 

Seniors:  If you are planning on going on the senior trip, please sign up in Ms. Bernier’s room.

 

COUNSELOR’S CORNER    

 

CTC’s annual Open House is tonight from 5–7.  Everyone is welcome!

 

Ferris will be here Wednesday, November 2 at 1:00 p.m. Sign up in the office.                                                                                                         

 

Seniors - if you have a 3.5 GPA or higher, Mid-Michigan Community College is taking applications for their Lake Distinction Scholarship.  There are 8 full ride scholarships available!  Go to midmich.edu/distinction for information on how to apply.  This is a great opportunity.  They are due by Saturday, November 12 so get on it fast!  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

If you are interested in taking a Dual Enrollment course for second semester, you will need to fill out a registration packet and choose a course(s).  These will be due to Mrs. Richardson by Friday, November 4.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions you have, and to pick up a packet. 

 

Seniors - The deadline to register for the December National SAT test day is Tuesday, November 3 and the deadline to register for the December National ACT test day is Wednesday, November 4.  Go to Collegeboard.org if you want to retake the SAT, and to actstudent.org to retake the ACT. 

 

Sophomores – MYLEAD is a leadership program for students ending their sophomore year.  You attend this program at MSU one day in May and June.  See Mrs. Richardson about being nominated. 

 

ATHLETICS

 

JV/Varsity Volleyball at Frankfort, dismiss at 2:45, bus departs at 3 p.m., match starts at 5:30 p.m.

 

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Tuesday, October 25, 2016

 

Congratulations to our Student of the Week – Kelsey Trumble.

 

Get your ghoul on at the Halloween Dance, Saturday, October 29, from 8-11 p.m.  Cost is $5 per person or $3 if in school appropriate costume!  There will be a costume contest and lot of fun! 

 

Students who are not in sports, at practices, or tutoring need to be off school property by 3:45 p.m.

 

Picture re-takes will be taken Friday morning in the auditorium. 

 

If you have not yet done so, turn your internet permission slips and census forms in to the office.

 

Mrs. Vanderbrook will not have tutoring today. 

 

COUNSELOR’S CORNER    

 

CTC’s annual Open House is this Thursday from 5–7.  Everyone is welcome.  Go over and see why CTC is the place to be!

 

A representative from U of M Flint will be in the library tomorrow at 1. Ferris will be here Wednesday, November 2 at 1 and Michigan Tech October 27 at 8:30 a.m.                                                                                                           

 

Seniors - if you have a 3.5 GPA or higher, Mid-Michigan Community College is taking applications for their Lake Distinction Scholarship.  There are 8 full ride scholarships available!  Go to midmich.edu/distinction for information on how to apply.  This is a great opportunity.  They are due by Saturday, November 12 so get on it fast!  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

The Baker College Life 101 presentation for seniors, including pizza and pop, is scheduled for tomorrow at 10:50 a.m. for all 1^st hour English 12 students, and at 12:30 p.m. for all 5^th hour AP English and 7^th hour English 12 students. 

 

If you are interested in taking a Dual Enrollment course for second semester, you will need to fill out a registration packet and choose a course(s).  These will be due to Mrs. Richardson by Friday, November 4.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions you have, and to pick up a packet. 

 

Seniors - The deadline to register for the December National SAT test day is Tuesday, November 3 and the deadline to register for the December National ACT test day is Wednesday, November 4.  Go to Collegeboard.org if you want to retake the SAT, and to actstudent.org to retake the ACT. 

 

Sophomores – MYLEAD is a leadership program for students ending their sophomore year.  You attend this program at MSU one day in May and June.  See Mrs. Richardson about being nominated. 

 

ATHLETICS

 

JV/Varsity Volleyball at McBain, bus departs at 5 p.m., match starts at 6 p.m.

 

Boys basketball open gym today - 3:30-5:30 in high school gym. Questions - contact Coach Besko.

 

 

STUDENT ANNOUNCEMENTS

Monday, October 24, 2016

 

Congratulations to our Student of the Week – Kelsey Trumble.

 

Get your ghoul on at the Halloween Dance, Saturday, October 29, from 8-11 p.m.  Cost is $5 per person or $3 if in school appropriate costume!  There will be a costume contest and lot of fun! 

 

Students who are not in sports, at practices, or tutoring need to be off school property by 3:45 p.m.

 

Picture re-takes will be taken Friday morning in the auditorium. 

 

If you have not yet done so, turn your internet permission slips and census forms in to the office.

 

We have students who’ve been accepted into the Early College program through, and fully paid by, CTC.  They will attend a 13^th year through Baker and leave with an Associate’s Degree at year’s end!  Congratulations to Olivia Emond, Dominic Hoadley, Hailey LaRoche, Kennah Gray, and Kyle Justa.

 

Mrs. Vanderbrook will not be having tutoring on tomorrow. 

 

COUNSELOR’S CORNER     

A representative from U of M Flint will be in the library this Wednesday at 1. Sign up in the office to see U of M or Ferris.  Ferris will be here Wednesday, November 2. 

Mr. Fairbrother will be pulling individual seniors tomorrow to help them apply to at least one college.                                                                                                           

 

Seniors - if you have a 3.5 GPA or higher, Mid-Michigan Community College is taking applications for their Lake Distinction Scholarship.  There are 8 full ride scholarships available!  Go to midmich.edu/distinction for information on how to apply.  This is a great opportunity.  They are due by Saturday, November 12 so get on it fast!  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions.    

The Baker College Life 101 presentation for seniors, including pizza and pop, has been rescheduled for Wednesday, October 26 at 10:50 a.m. for all 1^st hour English 12 students, and at 12:30 p.m. for all 5^th hour AP English and 7^th hour English 12 students.  More details will follow.  

 

If you are interested in taking a Dual Enrollment course for second semester, you will need to fill out a registration packet and choose a course(s).  These will be due to Mrs. Richardson by Friday, November 4.  See Mrs. Richardson with any questions you have, and to pick up a packet. 

 

Seniors - The deadline to register for the December National SAT test day is Tuesday, November 3 and the deadline to register for the December National ACT test day is Wednesday, November 4.  Go to Collegeboard.org if you want to retake the SAT, and to actstudent.org to retake the ACT. 

 

Sophomores – MYLEAD is a leadership program for students ending their sophomore year.  You attend this program at MSU one day in May and June.  See Mrs. Richardson about being nominated. 

 

Seniors – the first of the local scholarship application is available!  See Mrs. Richardson for an application for the Mason’s Scholarships.  They award two each year.  The completed application and supporting materials are due to Mrs. Richardson by Thursday, November 10 at noon.

 

ATHLETICS

 

Congratulations to the JV Football team, who went undefeated this year! Great job!

Potential boys basketball players - there is open gym tonight at the middle school from 6:30-8. Contact Coach Besko if you have questions.