Monday, April 13, 2026
Announcements
- Prom tickets will be sold before school on Tuesday and Thursday morning from 7:45-8:00 and Thursday during both lunch shifts. Cost is $5 person. Reminder a ticket is required to enter the dance on April 18th.
- Muddy Boots is having a Prom Flower Bar! April 15th from 12-7pm. Here is a flier with more information! Spots are limited and sign-up is required through the website muddybootsflowers.com or by phone (319-465-4733).
- The yearly Layout and Design(Yearbook) class photo will be taken April 14th at the end of 3rd period. Please meet in the commons area at 10:20 to take the photo.
- If you are taking a date to prom that isn’t a student at MHS, stop in the office to get a dance form. The form is due back to the office by Thursday, April 16.
- If you are taking a date to prom that is a freshman or sophomore at MHS, stop in the office to sign them up at Rachel’s desk.
Important Dates
- Wednesday, April 12, 22, 29: 1:00 Dismissal
- Monday, May 4: Kirkwood Second Semester Ends
- Friday, May 15: Last day for seniors
- Sunday, May 17: Graduation
- Friday, May 22: Last day of school 1:00 Dismissal
Silver Service Opportunities
- Mr. Thumma needs help setting up for the Shannon Elementary Concert from 3:15-4:15 on Tuesday, April 28th in the HS Gym
- Please see this flier for volunteer opportunities at Suncrest Care in Cedar Rapids.
Employment Opportunities
Guidance News
- SENIORS:
- Here is the remaining list of local scholarships that are due this month:
- #beaholly-Holly Iben Memorial Scholarship: Due 04.15
- Don McCarthy Memorial Scholarship: Due 04.15
- Steve Rucker Memorial Scholarship: Due 04.15
- Monticello Eagle Aeries #4466 & Monticello Ladies Auxiliary Scholarship: Due 04.15
- Here is the list of local scholarships due in May:
- Maria White Memorial Art Scholarship: Due 05.01
- Men’s Eastern Iowa Golf Association: Due 05.01
- White Hawk Tech-Vocational Scholarship: Due 05.01
- One local scholarship is due in June:
- Sergeant James K. Smith Memorial Scholarship: Due 06.27
- All of the scholarships are located in the Class of 2026 Google Classroom and on the Monticello Counseling website!
- Here is the remaining list of local scholarships that are due this month:
- Get ahead of the curve and explore your career of interest! Make a wise investment in your future today by exploring career options through the Workplace Learning Connection Student Internship Program. These experiences can help you make those important future education and career decisions. Plus, you’ll earn high school and college credit! Please see Mrs. Keifer if you are interested or want more information. The portal to apply for Fall 2026 opportunities is open now for any current sophomores and juniors. You must have an open block or two at the start or end of your school day in order to fit the 32 required hours into your schedule. Applications are due on Friday, April 10th at 3pm. For more information and to apply, go to www.kirkwood.edu/wlc/internships.
Activities
- Here’s the link for the activities calendar
- Boys Golf at Dyersville @ 4:00
- Girls Golf vs. Beckman at Monticello @ 4:00
- Track at MHS @ 4:00
- Soccer at West Delaware @ 5:00
Lunch
- Today: Chicken, bacon club, sweet potato fries, corn, applesauce
- Tomorrow: Meatball sub, potato wedges, green beans, pears, M&M cookie