Student Bulletin Monday, February 21 Day 1
We had the first three-way-tie for MHS February Students of the Month! Congratulations to Emma Althoff, Ian LaGrange, and Will Terry!!
It is National FFA Week!! Here are some of the fun activities MHS FFA has planned for this week.
Monday: Homemade muffins for staff
Tuesday: Breakfast pizza before school in Mr. Schmitt’s room for FFA chapter members
Wednesday: Drive your tractor to school
Thursday: Wear Official Dress
Friday: Ag Olympics during WIN in the gym
Get your tickets for the Monticello Boys District Finals Basketball game vs MFL MarMac @ West Delaware on Tuesday, February 22 at www.iahsaa.org.
Attention Seniors – Add fun snapshots to the shared google drive for the graduation slide show. NOT YOUR SENIOR PICTURE AND BABY PICTURE (you submitted those to yearbook already). See Emma Sperfslage with questions.
Kirkwood representatives will be in the Commons Friday, February 25th during lunch to help students enroll for classes for next year in Dual Enroll.
From the Post Prom committee – Calling all artists!
Here’s your chance to design this year’s post prom t-shirt. Designs may be submitted to Mrs. Ralston at kim.ralston@monticello.k12.ia.us or turned in to the office by March 4th. The top designs will be voted on and the winning design will get sent to the printers! This year’s post prom theme is: Written in the Stars.
Central Park Nature Center is offering a number of fun events. Check out the flyers outside the office.
February 23 – Central Park Early Out Shed Hunt @ 2:30.
March 2 and March 23 – Central Park Early Out Animal Tracks & Sign Scavenger Hunt @ 2:30.
March 26 – Central Park Bluebird House Workshop @ 10:00 am.
Register for events at https://www.mycountyparks.com/County/Jones
MHS Panther Tutoring is being offered in the Support Room (ICN room 316) next week as follows –
Monday, February 21
3:15 pm to 4:15 pm – Mr. Szurkowski, Mrs. Rush, Mrs. Maher, Mrs. Toenjes
Tuesday, February 22
7:00 am to 8:00 am – Mrs. Keeney
3:15 to 4:15 pm – Mrs. Rush, Mrs. Manternach, Mrs. Schockemoehl, Mr. Gilkerson
Thursday, February 24
7:00 to 8:00 am – Mrs. Keeney
3:15 to 4:15 pm – Mr. Gilkerson, Mr. Szurkowski, Mrs. Rush, Mrs. Keeney
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 take advantage of this opportunity. Contact Nick Schauf, MHS Principal, with questions.
Silver Service Opportunities:
Mrs. DeWitte is looking for volunteers to help with speech contest TODAY from 4:15 to about 8:30. Students interested in working as a timer or announcer for a room or helping Mrs. Osterkamp with concessions can sign up with Mrs. DeWitte.
Employment Opportunity:
St. John’s Christian Day Care is looking for childcare teachers. Check out the posters outside the office and counselor’s office. Contact Natalee at 319-465-5369 or email sjcdaycare@gmail.com if you are interested.
The Monticello Aquatics Center is hiring lifeguards and pool assistants. Pick up applications at the Monticello Berndes Center, 766 North Maple Street, Monticello.
Coming soon to Monticello – Dollar Fresh Market!! You can apply at hy-vee.com/careers or Contact Amber Jahns at AJahns@hy-vee.com or 515-802-0449 with questions.
Monticello Nursing & Rehab is looking for part-time CNAs – 4:00-8:00 p.m. shift at $17/hour. They are also looking for part-time Dietary Aides – 5:00-8:00 p.m. shift at $12/hour. Apply online or email lmartin@monticellocampus.com with questions.
Counselor’s News:
A representative from Northeast Iowa Community College will be in the commons during lunch shifts on Wednesday, February 23rd. Stop by and visit with Abby and find out more about NICC!
Sophomores or juniors interested in a FREE leadership conference this summer in Grinnell, please see Mrs. Stenger for the application.
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!
Scholarship News:
Scholarships are posted alphabetically by name of scholarship as we post them. When active, the scholarship name will be turned green. 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.
Grand River Medical Group Scholarship – Applicant must be a US high school senior within a 30-mile radius of Dubuque or located in Manchester. Must have a GPA of 3.0 or greater and have an interest in healthcare or a health-related field. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022.
Grand River Medical Group Certified Medical Assistant Scholarship – Applicant must be accepted to the NICC Medical Assistant program or on the waitlist to apply. More details can be found at www.grandrivermedicalgroup.com or they can apply directly at https://grandrivermedicalgroup.isolvedhire.com/jobs/451049.html . Deadline is April 1, 2022
Regions Riding Forward Scholarship Essay Contest – For seniors living where there are Regions branches and plan on attending an accredited college. Essay based on a Black American that has been an inspiration to you. Go to www.regions.com/about-regions/diversity-and-inclusion/supporting-our-communities/black-history-month/essay-contest-scholarship for information and to apply online. Deadline is March 31, 2022
Farm Kids for College Scholarships – Applicant must be a high school senior who plans to pursue an agriculture-related degree and an accredited college or university. Go to https://usascholarships.com/farm-kids-college-scholarship/ to download the application form and get all the information on applying. Deadline is March 2, 2022
Horatio Alger Scholarships -The Horatio Alger Association seeks to assist students who have demonstrated integrity, perseverance in overcoming adversity, strength of character, financial need, a good academic record, commitment to pursue a college education, and a desire to contribute to society. See information on more eligibility requirements and application procedures. Go to www.scholars.horatioalger.org/scholarships for information on all their scholarship opportunities. Deadline is March 15, 2022 and check out the website for more scholarship deadlines.
Maria White Memorial Art Scholarship – Applicant must be a student going into an Art-related field. Application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is May 6, 2022
ACACIA Leadership Scholarship – Iowa State University – Applicant must be planning to be a full-time undergraduate student that will be an active member of the ACACIA fraternity and reside on the premises. Must have a minimum 3.0 GPA and demonstrate financial need. Go to www.iastate.academicworks.com/opportunities/39917 for more information and to apply. Deadline is March 31, 2022
ACACIA Leadership Scholarship – University of Iowa – The Thomas H Macbride Leadership Scholarship is awarded to outstanding high school seniors who have demonstrated an ability to excel in academics, extra- curricular activities and human service. This scholarship is awarded by the ACACIA Fraternity and goes to a student planning to attend the U of I. Financial need is not a criterion. Go to www.https://www.iowaacacia.com/scholarship to apply. Deadline is July 31, 2022
IHERF Health Care Career Scholarship Program – The Iowa Hospital Education Research Foundation (IHERF) supports students seeking health care education or training. Additional radiology programs have been added that include: Radiology Clinician, Nuclear Medicine and MRI Technologist. Must be committed to working in an Iowa hospital for one year. Go to www.iherfscholarship.fluidreview.com for more information and to register. Deadline is March 31, 2022
Professional Educators of Iowa Scholarships – Student awards include Teacher of Tomorrow Scholarship, the Ed Christian Scholarship, the Educational Persistence Scholarship, the College Book Scholarship and more. See information for eligibility and requirements for each. This information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
Don McCarthy Memorial Scholarship – Applicant must be graduating from Monticello High School and planning to register as a full-time student at the college of their choice. Must be a current or past Junior Firefighter and/or student pursuing any type of degree in Fire Science or EMS. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 27, 2022
Iowa Association of Naturalists Joe Halbur Scholarship – Applicant must be an Iowa graduating senior planning to pursue a degree in natural resources. Preference will be given to those pursuing a degree in environmental education, cultural interpretation, historical interpretation or outdoor recreation. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is March 4, 2022
Lucille Warner Memorial Scholarship – Offered to a graduating senior who is interested in continuing their education in either elementary education or in a healthcare field. The application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is March 31, 2022
Jones County Community Foundation Scholarship – Applicant must be a graduating senior pursuing post-secondary education, who are Jones County residents, and who have demonstrated a strong commitment to community service in Jones County and giving back to their community. The application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 14, 2022
Sacred Heart Carpenter Scholarship – Applications can be picked up at the Sacred Heart Church Office. Deadline was not given – don’t wait, pick up an application asap.
Today’s Lunch: Walking taco, seasoned rice, black bean & corn salsa, mandarin oranges, and milk.
Today’s Activities: Individual Conference Speech here 4:30.