Student Bulletin Tuesday, November 23 Day 1
Enjoy your Thanksgiving break!!
The MHS November PBIS Student of the Month is Danielle Ellison! Congratulations Danielle!!
There will be a football meeting for all current 9-11th grade football players today at 7:40pm in Coach Wilson’s room.
BPA is collecting toys for “Toys for Tots”. If you would like to contribute, you can bring new, unwrapped toys and drop them off in the collection box in the high school vestibule. BPA will be collecting toys through Friday, December 10. Make a child’s Christmas a little bit brighter!!
Monticello Sports Live is looking for people to run the camera for the live broadcast during both the JV and Varsity basketball games. You can run the camera for just JV or just Varsity or all four games. Let Mrs. Carlson know if you are interested. See her in the library or email her at kim.carlson@monticello.k12.ia.us
Monticello Sports Live is looking for 1-2 students to keep stats for the live broadcast during the Varsity basketball games. Software is easy to run. If you are interested contact Mrs. Carlson in the library or by email kim.carlson@monticello.k12.ia.us
ISU Extension & Outreach Jones County is offering this informational night —
STEAM’n Through the Seasons on Thursday, December 2 is a 4-H and Clover Kids Informational Night. We are partnering with Jones County 4-H County Council to set up hands-on, Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Mathematics (STEAM) Activities for Jones County youth to engage and learn what Clover Kids has to offer. The event will have information about how to enroll in Clover Kids, 4-H, and other youth programming activities. As the attendees leave, each family will receive an At Home Youth Kit: 4-H Water bottle, Enrollment information, and an at home STEAM activity.
Monticello Fire Department is looking for junior firefighters to fill their open spots. If you are interested in Fire Science or interested in learning more about being a firefighter, this may be for you. Individuals must be 16+ and hold a 2.0 GPA or higher. As a Junior Firefighter, members serve in a support role for the senior firefighters at actual emergencies & are able to train side by side in the weekly/monthly training exercises held at the MFD. If interested in learning more or applying for an open spot, guidelines & applications are available in the HS Office.
Student Enterprise is accepting orders for our famous caramel corn. If you are interested in purchasing a delicious treat for yourself or someone else, please read our attached current flyer for more details. Thank you for your support and as always, GO PANTHERS! ..\Pawpcorn.png
MHS Panther Tutoring is being offered in the Support Room (ICN room 316) this week as follows –
Today, Monday, November 29:
7:00 am to 8:00 am — Mrs. Rush, Ms. Lynn
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm — Mrs. Maher, Ms. Derby, Mrs. Rush
Tuesday, November 30:
7:00 am to 8:00 am – Mrs. Rush, Ms. Lynn
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm – Mrs. Maher, Mrs. Schockemoehl, Mr. Szurkowski
Thursday, December 2:
7:00 am to 8:00 am — Mrs. Keeney, Mrs. Maher
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm — Mrs. Toenjes, Ms. Derby, Mrs. Rush
Watch the high school student announcements and school messenger for dates and times on a weekly basis. If you need extra help, need time to complete work, or need to reassess, please send come to tutoring. Contact Nick Schauf, MHS Principal, with questions.
Hey Panthers! It’s Student Council. We are hosting our annual food drive again this year from the 29th of November to the 19th of December. Please check out the posters around school for highly needed items. The Food Pantry does not want travel-sized items therefore, they will not count towards the class competition. The competition will take place with your Day 2 Block 1 Class. The winning class will win breakfast pizza. The second-place class will get donuts and the third place will get candy. If you bring in three items to the December 4th wrestling meet and the December 7th basketball game, you will get in free. We will calculate items like we have in the past; average per person in the classroom.
The 2021 Academic Awards will be held virtually this year that will include a slideshow that will be sent out to students and families. Watch for more information on that date.
SENIORS:
SENIOR AND BABY PHOTO DEADLINE IS DEC 21
You must turn in a senior picture and baby picture before winter break if you want one. After the deadline we cannot accept them, and we will submit yearbook pages using your most recent school photo and no baby photo.
DON’T MISS OUT ON USING YOUR CHOICE OF PHOTOS.
SUBMIT THEM NOW TO MRS WOODHOUSE OR THE OFFICE WINDOW
Click the link below if you aren’t sure if you have submitted one.
Silver Service Opportunity:
The Gingham Dog is looking for students willing to help out at the store. You can help during the day and on Saturdays when it works in your schedule. Contact Bonnie at 319-465-5856.
Mr. Thumma, Elementary Music Teacher, needs help on Monday, December 6th setting up for the Carpenter Concert with the following:
Set-up in the gym – 3:30 p.m.
Handing out programs 5:15-6:15 p.m.
Contact Mr. Thumma at nick.thumma@monticello.k12.ia.us if you can help out!
Pennington Square is looking for talented musicians interested in entertaining their residents. If you play the piano, the guitar or any musical instrument, please contact Cassandra Wood (Pennington Square Director) or Sandy (activities director) to set up a time to play. Any amount of time is fine. You will have to pass the Covid screening and wear a mask while performing. If you need more information or have questions, please email them at cwood@monticellocampus.com or call 319-465-2013.
Employment Opportunity:
MinnTex Citrus, Inc in Monticello is hiring seasonal employees for 3 weeks starting after Thanksgiving. Flexible scheduling – you can choose days, nights, or weekends. Wages range from $18.50 – $23.00 per hour. Must be 16 or older to apply. Call 319-465-5972 for more information on these open positions.
Monticello Nursing and Rehab is looking for Certified Nurses Assistants. We are willing to train the right candidate. We offer flexible scheduling and wages up to $16 per hour plus a $1,500 sign on bonus for those who qualify. Interested applicants should call Laurissa at 319-465-5415 or apply online at www.monticellocampus.com. Feel free to email Laurissa at lmartin@monticellocampus.com for additional information.
Today’s Lunch: Sausage pizza, corn, fresh veggies, diced peaches, and milk.
Today’s Activities: JV/V Girls Basketball here vs Camanche 6:00/7:30.
Girls & Boys Bowling here vs Marion 4:00.
Counselor’s News:
Seniors planning to attend college next year should complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) as soon as possible. See Mrs. Stenger after completing it for a free pop-it!
Scholarships are beginning to be posted. They will be posted alphabetically by name of scholarship as we post them. When active, the scholarship name will be turned green. Recently posted scholarships include:
American Soybean Association Soy Scholarship
AES Engineering Scholarship
AXA Achievement Scholarship
Equitable Excellence Scholarship
Go to the school’s website at www.monticello.k12.ia.us and go to the High School page. Click on the Counseling tab, then click on Scholarships on the right. Also check out the Counseling Announcement link for other counseling office information and other college and scholarship announcements.
Check out StudentScholarships.org for many scholarship listings. Watch the MHS Scholarship list for some of these scholarship links and check to see if you are eligible to apply.
Burger King Scholars Program – Applicant must be a high school senior with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 or higher and can demonstrate community involvement through volunteering, sports, clubs, and/or religious organizations. Must be planning to enroll full-time at an accredited US two- or four-year college, university or vocational/technical school. Go to bk-scholars.com for more information and to apply. Deadline is December 15, 2021.
Strayer-Rairden Scholarship in Physics – University of Iowa – Applicant must be from Iowa and have applied to the University of Iowa and declared physics or astronomy as their major. See information and application that is posted on the Scholarship webpage.
Christina Hixon Opportunity Award-Iowa State University – Applicant must demonstrate financial need and has faced challenges of personal or financial hardship. Must be planning to enroll at Iowa State University in the fall of 2022. Online application and information can be found at https://www.hixon.dso.iastate.edu/application . Deadline is December 15, 2021.
Hagan Scholarship – Applicant must be an Iowa senior with a 3.25 GPA or higher and must work 240 hours in the 12 months prior to the start of college and before each academic year of college. For more information, visit their website at www.hsfmo.org. Deadline is December 1, 2021.
National Honor Society Scholarship – Any senior NHS member in good standing may apply. Go to https://www.nhs.us/students/the-nhs-scholarship/ on applying and getting required recommendations. Deadline is December 1, 2021.
Grow Ag Leaders Scholarship – Applicants must be high school seniors planning to pursue a degree or certification in specific areas of agriculture and in eligible majors. Must have a minimum GPA of 2.5 or higher. Go to www.ffa.org/scholarships for more information and to apply. Deadline is January 5, 2022.
ClaimAid Scholarship Opportunities:
Star Student Scholarship – is for a graduating special education student planning to attend college. Go to www.claimaid.com/star-student-scholarship to apply. Deadline is January 15, 2022.
Special Education Teacher Scholarship – is for a graduating senior who is planning to student Education, specifically Special Education. Go to www.claimaid.com/se-teacher-scholarship to apply. Deadline is January 15, 2022.
Jack Kent Cooke Foundation Scholarships – the JKCF College Scholarship is available to high achieving high school seniors with financial need who seek to attend and graduate from the nation’s best four-year colleges and universities. For more information and to apply, go to www.jkcf.org/our-scholarships/college-scholarship-program/ . Hurry – Deadline is November 18, 2021.
Iowa Women in Natural Resources Scholarship – The applicant must be a senior in high school or already attending a university, college or community college in Iowa. IWINR encourages young adults to pursue careers in the natural resource fields which includes jobs in wildlife, fisheries, environmental management, forest resources, nongame specialists, environmental education, conservation law enforcement and various related fields. Go to www.iwinr.com for more information. Deadline is December 15, 2021.
Mensa Foundation Scholarship Program – Applicants must be enrolled in a degree program in an accredited US institution of higher learning. Applicants must submit an application and required essay. Go to www.mensafoundation.org/what-we-do/scholarships for information and to apply online. Deadline is January 15, 2022.
Bright Scholars of Iowa Scholarships – Designated for students enrolled at Iowa State University, the University of Iowa, the University of Northern Iowa, Indian Hills Community College or Southwestern Iowa Community College. Must demonstrate financial need. Go to www.brightscholarsofiowa.org for each school’s requirements and deadlines.
Grand Lodge of Iowa Masonic Scholarship – Applicant must be a graduating Iowa high school senior planning to pursue a post-secondary education in any state at an accredited 2-4 year institution. Criteria includes service to school and community with emphasis on leadership roles. Academic record, communication skills and financial need are considered. A link to the scholarship information and application can be found on the HS Counseling website under the Scholarship link. Deadline is February 1, 2022.