Student Bulletin Wednesday, March 30 Day 1
A School Permit meeting is scheduled from 5:30-6pm on 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
All juniors and seniors attending prom must sign up in the office. If you are bringing a guest, you must sign up your guest in the office even if your guest is a MHS student. You can do this at the counter in the office. All guests that attend another high school must complete the dance guest registration form. Forms are due to the high school office by 3:15 on Thursday, April 21st. The registration forms are available at the drive up window.
Juniors and seniors: Extension granted! Post-prom registration forms and payment are due by noon Friday, April 1 in the high school office to be guaranteed a t-shirt. You can still register for post-prom after that, but you will not get a t-shirt.
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.
Dollar Fresh Market is open in Monticello!! 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:
Kirkwood is offering some free college credit classes this summer thanks to state funding. Registration in Dual Enroll is now open.
Scholarship News
Seniors – scholarship time is here! Check out the Scholarship link on the HS Counseling website for a long list of scholarships – many local scholarships are due in March and April – don’t miss out! New applications are added almost every day. Read the applications carefully for eligibility and if you do apply, pay attention to directions and how and where to submit your application. Good luck!
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
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
Ray Schneider Living Endowment for Youth Scholarship – Any graduating Monticello High School senior is eligible to apply. Must be planning to attend a post-secondary educational program at an accredited trade school, college or university. Information and application can be found at www.rayzorray.com or on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 15, 2022
P.E.O. Award in Education Scholarship – Applicant must be a female graduating senior who has maintained a 3.00 GPA and plans to pursue a BA degree in education. Former MHS graduates that are enrolled in college and pursuing a BA in education may apply for consideration. The application can be found on the Scholarship web page linked from the HS Counseling website. Deadline is April 20, 2022
Today’s Lunch: Salisbury steak, mashed potatoes & gravy, peaches, roll & butter, and milk.
Activities: None.