Student Bulletin Wednesday, March 23 Day 2
Our MHS March Student of the Month is Adrian Graves!! Congratulations Adrian!!
Standard Improvement Day (SID) is scheduled for Thursday, March 24.
The School Permit meeting has been rescheduled as follows:
5:30-6pm Tuesday, March 29th in the HS Auditorium OR
5:30-6pm Thursday, March 31st in the HS Auditorium
Both parent/guardian and child need to be present at the meeting. Please contact Nick Schauf at nick.schauf@monticello.k12.ia.us with any questions.
Friends of Chase Sternhagen are hosting a scootering party April 1 to raise funds to support him as he awaits a kidney transplant. If you’d like to volunteer (and receive Silver Service hours), here’s the signup. https://www.signupgenius.com/go/8050E4DA4A92AA0F58-chaseing
MHS Panther Tutoring is being offered in the Support Room (ICN room 316) this week as follows –
Thursday, March 24
7:00 to 8:00 am – Mrs. Keeney
3:15 to 4:15 pm – Mr. Gilkerson, Mrs. Schockemoehl, 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.
Registration forms and payment for post-prom are due this Friday (if you want to be guaranteed a t-shirt. Check the list outside of the HS office to see if you’ve registered. Questions? Email templefamilyiowa@gmail.com
Attention Seniors – Jostens will be at school on Friday, March 25th to deliver your graduation items during lunch. If you have a balance due, please note that cash or money orders are the only forms of payment accepted. If you have any questions or would like to pay by credit card prior to delivery day, please call 1-800-JOSTENS. (Cap & gowns will not be delivered to the office until May; we will have a pickup day for those.)
Central Park Nature Center is offering a number of fun events. Check out the flyers outside the office.
TODAY – 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
The Jones County Beef Producers are now accepting applications for the NEW 2022 Beef ambassador Program. They are looking for young leaders to represent the beef industry. Fill out the application here: https://forms.gle/dC8APW4d6hsjLsi67 Check out the poster outside the office.
The Jones County Beef Producers are hosting a Youth Beef Workshop on Saturday, April 9 from 9:00 am to 11:00 am at the Great Jones County Fairgrounds Equestrian Center. Topics include health, nutrition, clipping, and fitting demo. Fill out the participation form at https://forms.gle/KM4fBBBBad4uSDha6 or check out the poster outside the office and scan the QR code.
Silver Service Opportunities:
Employment Opportunies:
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.
Orbis has some summer employment opportunities. Join the Orbis team as a summer help press operator. Must be 18 years old to apply. $18 per hour. See poster on Counseling bulletin board for available shifts and info on applying.
Jellystone Monticello is hiring for the following positions – Recreation, Beach, Snack Bar, Housekeeping, Store, Office, Maintenance, Grounds, and a Lead Person in all positions. Jellystone is open from April 15, 2022 through October 16, 2022. If you are interested in working in a fun environment, pick up an application in the high school office or contact Julie Renkert at 319-465-4665 or at reservations@jellystonemonticello.com.
Counselor’s News:
A representative from Mt Mercy University will be in the Counseling Office TODAY from 10:15-11:00. Please come in and ask about Mt Mercy!
ACT Prep is being offered at Kirkwood TODAY from 5:00pm to 9:00 pm. There is still time for students to sign up! Kirkwood is opening this up to Sophomores also.
Kirkwood is offering some free college credit classes this summer thanks to state funding. Registration in Dual Enroll is now open.
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.
UPDATED***Monticello Community Schools Foundation Scholarships – See application to see list of scholarships. Check off the scholarships you are eligible for. See each scholarship for eligibility. Application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 8, 2022
Kitty Creek Quartet Scholarship & Monticello Fine Arts Booster Scholarship – Kitty Creek Quartet: Must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 and have been involved in high school choir or band 3 of the 4 years. Monticello Fine Arts Booster Scholarship: Must have a cumulative high school GPA of 3.0 and have been involved in high school choir or band 3 of the 4 years. Must be pursuing a music-related major in college. Application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
Starlighters Theater Scholarship – To be eligible to apply for this scholarship, the applicant must meet one or more of the following criteria: Be a resident of Jones County, attend a Jones County school and/or have participated in at least one Starlighters II mainstage production. Must be a graduating senior and will submit plans to enter a program leading to a degree in Theater, Music or Dance. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 15, 2022
Sparkling Ice Flavorful Futures Scholarship – Applicants must meet all the following criteria: **Be a US citizen **Be a high school senior graduating in spring 2022 **Have a cumulative GPA of at least 2.5 **Be enrolled for Fall 2022 as a freshman or 1st year student in part-time or full-time study at a US accredited 2-year or 4-year college, university, trade or vocational school (see US Dept of Ed listing) **Not be a relative or dependent child of an employee of Talking Rain or any of its retail customers. More details, including the application and eligibility requirements, can be found at https://www.flavorfulfutures.com/. Deadline is March 31, 2022
Edwin & Eloise Sutherland Helgens Scholarship – Applicant must be a graduating senior and/or a past graduate of Monticello High School, and attending an accredited institution. Must have a record of active involvement in music and an intention of future involvement as well. Renewable. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 14, 2022
First Presbyterian Church of Monticello Edward H. & Margaret E. Cox Memorial Scholarship – Applicant must be a high school senior and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Monticello who intends to enroll in an approved school leading to a two-year or four-year degree of certificate of training. Selection will also be based on character, commitment to educational programs, participation in church, school and community activities and scholarship. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
First Presbyterian Church of Monticello Mary Louise Helgens Memorial Scholarship – Applicant must be a high school senior and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Monticello who intends to enroll at an approved school leading to a two-year or four-year degree. Selection will also be based on need; character; participation in church, school and community activities; and scholarship. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
First Presbyterian Church of Monticello Phil & Ione Himebaugh Memorial Scholarship – Applicant must be a high school senior and a member of the First Presbyterian Church of Monticello who intends to enroll at an approved school leading to a two-year or four-year degree. Selection will also be based on need; character; participation in church, school and community activities; and scholarship. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
First Presbyterian Church of Monticello Dale L. Streif Memorial Scholarship – Applicant must be intending to enroll at an approved trade school, two-year college, four-year college or graduate college program. Preference will be given to members of the First Presbyterian Church of Monticello, but not mandatory. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
First Presbyterian Church of Monticello Virginia & Clarence Hosford Memorial Scholarship – Applicant must be a member of First Presbyterian Church of Monticello and will be attending a four-year college or graduate college. Based on scholarship, need and religious character. Information and application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 1, 2022
Today’s Lunch: Popcorn chicken, seasoned rice, peas & carrots, pineapple chunks, and milk.
Today’s Activities: None.