Daily Announcements

Daily Announcements       Wednesday, May 13, 2015 Menu:  cook’s choice Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Lead the Way will take place in the main study hall this morning.  It will start at 9:00 and should be done by 11:00.  There will be rolls, doughnuts and breakfast pizza.   2.       The following people don’t have their trip forms in, they were due Monday. We have to sign a contract soon with the correct amount of students going. PLEASE GET THEM TO Mrs. Wilson or Mrs. Harnisch as soon as possible. We have extras if you need one.   Amy, Sebastian, Carson, Micah, James Love, Devin P., Anna R., Alyssa W., Marie, Ryan, Maren, Johnnie, Janaya, Dexter, Kera, Mason, Delaney, Jordan, Issabelle, Hunter S., Gracie, and Taylor.   3.       Anyone who is taking a dual credit class next semester needs to come to Mr. Preheim’s office at 1:40 today.  That is the last 5 minutes of afternoon SRB.   4.       Semester tests Thursday and Friday.  Schedule on bottom of these announcements. We will vote for student council offices today. ·         You must stay for at least an hour for each testing session ·         You do not need to be here when not testing ·         No driving between tests without permission.  You need a note in writing. ·         Do not disturb those that are testing.  Be quiet in the hallways.   5.       If you don’t have a sign out sheet, get one in Mr. Preheim’s office.  They are on the round table. 6.       Seniors make sure and turn in your computers to Mrs. Bitterman before you leave. 7.       All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. You will not be signed out until they are returned or paid for. 8.       Mr. Preheim will check out senior lockers after Lead the Way.  Other locker checkouts will be announced.  9.       Mr. Schneider will be here on Thursday. 10.    Seniors will decorate and rehearse at 9:00 on Friday. 11.    Seniors be here no later than 5:30 on Saturday. 12.    Freshmen and sophomores in NHS be here no later than 5:15 on Saturday.   13.    The first graders are collecting change/money to donate to Delmont residents.  The jar is by their room. 14.    The  7th grade has 5-6 tropical fish that need to find a new home before the end of the school year.  Have to have heated water for them and a good filtering system. Contact Mrs. King or Mr. Glanzer."   Tardy:     Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Semester Test Schedule Econ and Shop V will test prior to the 14th. Thursday, May 14 8:30 to 10:00    Algebra I, English II, Shop III, Accounting I 10:30 to 12:00    9th Word Processing, Shop II, Algebra II 1:00 to 2:30    Shop I, World History, English III Friday, May 15 9:00 to 10:30    English I, Geometry, US History   Tuesday, May 12, 2015 Menu:  fish / cole slaw / potato salad Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Congratulations to those newly elected  members of national honor society, the new officers, the senior members, and to Courtney Krsnak who was the recipient of the second annual “Larry Hornstra Integrity” Award.   2.       Seniors will take a class graduation picture today at the beginning of SRB in the gym today.   3.       Today for vocal period:  All seniors in band and choir.   4.       Seniors make sure and turn in your computers to Mrs. Bitterman before you leave tomorrow.   5.       Lead the Way will take place in the main study hall on Wednesday.  It will start at 9:00 and should be done by 11:00.  There will be rolls, doughnuts and breakfast pizza.   6.        Semester tests Thursday and Friday.  Schedule on bottom of these announcements.   7.       Fort Randall Invite track meet today.  Track members are dismissed at 11:30 to eat.  Bus will leave at noon.   8.       The first graders are collecting change/money to donate to Delmont residents.  The jar is by their room.   9.       Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim.  10.   Mrs. Schneider is gone today.  Mr. Schneider will be here on Thursday.. 11.   All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. You will not be signed out until they are returned or paid for.   12.   The  7th grade has 5-6 tropical fish that need to find a new home before the end of the school year.  Have to have heated water for them and a good filtering system. Contact Mrs. King or Mr. Glanzer."   Tardy:     Absent:  Jacob, Kera, Tristan   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Semester Test Schedule Econ and Shop V will test prior to the 14th. Thursday, May 14 8:30 to 10:00    Algebra I, English II, Shop III, Accounting I 10:30 to 12:00    9th Word Processing, Shop II, Algebra II 1:00 to 2:30    Shop I, World History, English III Friday, May 15 9:00 to 10:30    English I, Geometry, US History   Monday, May 11, 2015 Menu:  chicken ala king Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Great job to everyone involved with the musical.  It was very enjoyable.   2.       Tuesday for vocal period:  All seniors in band and choir. 3.       Forms for the 2016 music trip are due TODAY.   4.        Semester tests Thursday and Friday.  Schedule on bottom of these announcements.   5.       Congratulations to the newly elected members to National Honor Society:  Julia David, Erica Koster, Haley Dufek, Daniel Fuoss and Paige Neugebauer. 6.       There will be a short NHS meeting for all current and newly elected members in Mr. Holbeck’s room at the start of morning SRB. 7.       NHS Installation and senior recognition tonight at 8:00 in the lunch room.   8.       We will have Lead the Way Wednesday morning in the extra study hall room.   9.       Track practice tonight right after school. 10.   Fort Randall Invite track meet on Tuesday.  Track members are dismissed at 11:30 to eat.  Bus will leave at noon.   11.   Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim. 12.   Mrs. Schneider will be gone on Tuesday.  Mr. Schneider will be here on Thursday. 13.   Brenden VanDerWerff is still selling T-shirts for his senior project for anyone who wishes to purchase one. They are fifteen dollars. 14.   8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know. 15.   All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. You will not be signed out until they are returned or paid for.   Tardy:     Absent:  Devin, Jacob   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Semester Test Schedule Econ and Shop V will test prior to the 14th. Thursday, May 14 8:30 to 10:00    Algebra I, English II, Shop III, Accounting I 10:30 to 12:00    9th Word Processing, Shop II, Algebra II 1:00 to 2:30    Shop I, World History, English III Friday, May 15 9:00 to 10:30    English I, Geometry, US History   Friday, May 08, 2015 Menu:  burritos and refried beans   Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       The play will be performed tonight at 7:00.   2.       Senior venture presentations taking place today.  Mr. Preheim will be out at the fire hall all day..  Seniors will not be in class.  Teacher Advisors need to be out during the presentations.  Staff, you may have to watch and help out and cover for each other.   3.       Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim.   4.       Brenden VanDerWerff is still selling T-shirts for his senior project for anyone who wishes to purchase one. They are fifteen dollars.   5.       NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   6.       8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   7.       All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. You will not be signed out until they are returned or paid for.   Tardy:     Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Thursday, May 07, 2015 Menu:    BBQ Pork Sandwich and Baked Beans   Band:      Full - Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       We will have a play dress rehearsal for K-8 students at 1:00 on today.  High school students not involved in the play will remain in the high school building.   Play participants are excused at 12:15 to eat today.   2.       The play will be performed on Thursday and Friday at 7:00.   3.       Any juniors interested in running for a student council office or any sophomores interested in running for junior vice president of student council need to get forms turned in to Mr. Preheim today.   4.       Armour Community Blood Drive on today from 12:00 to 5:00.  Please consider donating.   5.       Senior venture presentations will take place at the fire hall all day on Friday.  Seniors will not be in class.  Teacher Advisors need to be out during the presentations.  Staff, you may have to watch and help out and cover for each other.   6.       Seniors, you need to get your presentations on the computer this morning.   7.       Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim.   8.       Brenden VanDerWerff would like to announce that he is still selling T-shirts for his senior project for anyone who wishes to purchase one. They are fifteen dollars.   9.       NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   10.    8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   11.    All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. -Mrs. Harnisch.   Tardy:     Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Mudder has detention duty. 2.       A list of those involved in the play and those we have to watch is on the back of these announcements.   Wednesday, May 06, 2015 Menu:     turkey subs, chips and salad bar Band:      Full - Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.    No vocal Wednesday or Thursday due to safe driving program and play dress rehearsal.   2.       Play practice schedule tonight at 6:00 p.m.   3.       Congratulations to Jamin Leonard who proudly wore an Armour track uniform and finished 5th in the Special 100 M dash at Howard Wood on Saturday.  Great job Jamin!!!   5.       Congratulations to those who earned enough Lead the Way tickets to make an honor list.  The lists are posted on the bulletin boards.  Meet in the science room at 8:15 on Thursday for breakfast pizza and fresh rolls and donuts.  Gold List:  Parker, Haley, Krista, Courtney, Brenden, Hannah Silver List: Trevor, Paige, Julia, Tucker, Riley Harrington, Alicia, Jessica Bronze List:  Riley Hrdlicka, Shalee, Jacob, Carly, Gunnar, Clayton   6.        We will have a driving safety presentation for students grades 8-12 on Wednesday afternoon beginning at 1:00.  All are to attend, even if you have privileges.  No parking on 3rd street between Dobson and Matthews that day.    7.       Play/Musical this Thursday and Friday night at 7:00.  We will have a dress rehearsal for K-8 students at 1:00 on Thursday afternoon.  High school students not involved in the play will remain in the high school building.   8.       Any juniors interested in running for a student council office or any sophomores interested in running for junior vice president of student council need to get forms turned in to Mr. Preheim by Thursday.   9.       Armour Community Blood Drive on May 7th from 12:00 to 5:00.  Please consider donating.   10.    Seniors, get your Armour Chronicle Senior Interviews emailed to Mr. Preheim ASAP. 11.    Seniors, if you have not picked up your senior venture portfolio, do so.  They are in Mr. Preheim’s room. 12.    Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim.   13.    NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   14.    8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   15.    Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.  Today is the last day to apply.   16.    All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch. Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Mudder has detention duty. 2.       A list of those involved in the play and those we have to watch is on the back of these announcements.   Tuesday, May 05, 2015 Menu:    turkey subs/chips/salad bar   Band:      Full - Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Mixed choir today for vocal.   2.       Play practice schedule tonight at 6:00 p.m.   3.       Track meet today at Bon Homme.  Starts at 2:30.  Track students are dismissed at   4.       Congratulations to those who earned enough Lead the Way tickets to make an honor list.  The lists are posted on the bulletin boards.  Meet in the science room at 8:15 on Thursday for breakfast pizza and fresh rolls and donuts.  Gold List:  Parker, Haley, Krista, Courtney, Brenden, Hannah Silver List: Trevor, Paige, Julia, Tucker, Riley Harrington, Alicia, Jessica Bronze List:  Riley Hrdlicka, Shalee, Jacob, Carly, Gunnar, Clayton   5.        We will have a driving safety presentation for students grades 8-12 on Wednesday afternoon beginning at 1:00.  All are to attend, even if you have privileges.  No parking on 3rd street between Dobson and Matthews that day.    6.       Play/Musical this Thursday and Friday night at 7:00.  We will have a dress rehearsal for K-8 students at 1:00 on Thursday afternoon.  High school students not involved in the play will remain in the high school building.   7.       Any juniors interested in running for a student council office or any sophomores interested in running for junior vice president of student council need to get forms turned in to Mr. Preheim by Thursday.   8.       Armour Community Blood Drive on May 7th from 12:00 to 5:00.  Please consider donating.   9.       Seniors, get your Armour Chronicle Senior Interviews emailed to Mr. Preheim ASAP.   10.    Seniors, if you have not picked up your senior venture portfolio, do so.  They are in Mr. Preheim’s room.   11.    Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim.   12.    NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   13.    8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   14.    Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.  Today is the last day to apply.   15.    All library books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch.   Tardy:     Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Monday, May 04, 2015 Menu:  pork chop patties / mashed potatoes   Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Play practice schedule:  Wednesday after school work on props (non-mandatory). Monday…6pm                   Tuesday…6pm   2.       Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort winners.  Stop in and pick up your certificates:  Parker, Jamin, Sydney, Jack, Hunter W and Clayton.   3.       Seniors, get your athletic activities list etc. to Mr. Glanzer ASAP.  If you don’t get them to him today, you will not receive a plaque at the banquet.   4.       Seniors, get your Armour Chronicle Senior Interviews emailed to Mr. Preheim ASAP.   5.       Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim.   6.       Seniors, make sure your senior graduation video is completed soon.   7.       Seniors, government class presentations begin today.   8.       NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   9.       Lead the Way had to be set in the morning of Wednesday, May 13th.   10.   8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   11.   JH track will leave for Wagner @ 2:00 today.  Please dismiss @ 1:45.    12.   Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.  Today is the last day to apply.   13.   Last day to check out library books is Monday, May 4th. All books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch.   Tardy:    Tanner, Cooper Absent:  Ryan, Janaya, Delaney, Issabelle   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Friday, May 01, 2015 Menu:    taco salad   Band:      Full - Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Play cast rocks!!!  Great job showing up so early today. Play practice schedule:  Wednesday after school work on props (non-mandatory). Monday…6pm                      Tuesday…6pm   2.       No band or vocal today.    3.       Freshman P.E. will meet in the multi today for CPR training.   4.       This morning during SRB and 3rd period we will be having senior venture presentation practice.  The schedule and the room assignments for all students in grades 9-12 is on the back of these announcements and on both bulletin boards.  You are to go to the room assigned.  See Mr. Preheim if you have a valid reason for a change.   5.       This afternoon juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room. You will be starting your Anatomy and Physiology test at 1:00.   6.       Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort winners.  Stop in and pick up your certificates:  Parker, Jamin, Sydney, Jack, Hunter W and Clayton.   7.       Seniors, several scholarship applications are due today (Alumni, Faculty, Coca Cola to name a few) 8.       Seniors, if you receive scholarships make sure and inform Mr. Preheim. 9.       Seniors, get your athletic activities list etc. to Mr. Glanzer ASAP. 10.    Seniors, get your Armour Chronicle Senior Interviews emailed to Mr. Preheim ASAP. 11.    Seniors, make sure your senior graduation video is completed soon. 12.    Seniors, government class presentations begin Monday. 13.    Seniors, senior projects are upon you. 14.    Seniors……remember when you thought it would be cool to be seniors?   15.    NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   16.    The schedule is crazy.  Lead the Way had to be set in the morning of Wednesday, May 13th.   17.    8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   18.    JH track will leave for Wagner on Monday @ 2:00.  Please dismiss @ 1:45.    19.    Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   20.    Last day to check out library books is Monday, May 4th. All books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch.   21.    Congratulations Armour!!!  Ronald McDonald pop tab contest results are in .  3rd place – Whilte Lake with 1.39 pounds per student, Highmore 2nd place with 1.89 and Armour 1st with 2.13 pounds per student.  We will be receiving a plaque for our efforts.  Save pop tabs all summer and bring them this fall.   Tardy:     Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.   Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Please turn in any Lead the Way tickets today.   Thursday, April 30, 2015   Menu:  hot dogs / mac & cheese / peas   Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   No band or vocal on Friday   1.       Play practice schedule:  Wednesday after school work on props (non-mandatory). Thursday…7pm                 Friday…6:30am(AM!!!)                  Monday…6pm                   Tuesday…6pm   2.       Track students  dismiss today @ 1:45, leave for Menno @ 2:00.  Pick up T/D @ 2:30.   3.       No band or vocal on Friday.    4.       Friday morning during SRB and 3rd period we will be having senior venture presentation practice.  The schedule and the room assignments for all students in grades 9-12 is on the back of these announcements and on both bulletin boards.  You are to go to the room assigned.  See Mr. Preheim if you have a valid reason for a change.   5.       Friday afternoon juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room. You will be starting your Anatomy and Physiology test at 1:00.   6.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   7.       Seniors, get your athletic activities list etc. to Mr. Glanzer ASAP.   8.       Seniors, make sure any May 1st scholarship apps get turned in to the proper people.  Several are due Friday.   9.       NHS Installation and senior recognition has been set for 8:00 on Monday, May 11th in the multi.   10.   8th Graders:  The 8th grade parent meeting with Mr. Preheim has been moved up to 6:30 on Monday, May 11th.  Make sure your parents know.   11.   JH track will leave for Wagner on Monday @ 2:00.  Please dismiss @ 1:45.    12.   Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   13.   Last day to check out library books is Monday, May 4th. All books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch   Tardy:     Absent:    Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.   Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   Wednesday, April 29, 2015   Menu:  beef & noodles / green beans   Band:    Full - Band every day Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   Vocal and jazz band 6th period today. No band or vocal on Wednesday.  No band or vocal on Friday   1.       Great job to everyone involved in the concert last night.  It was very well done.   2.       Play practice schedule:  Wednesday after school work on props (non-mandatory). Thursday…7pm                 Friday…6:30am(AM!!!)                  Monday…6pm                   Tuesday…6pm   3.       No band or vocal today. We will be using Wednesday SRB’s to make-up for missed classes, some meetings, etc.   Morning SRB - 9th graders go to English; 10th graders to Shop II; 11th grade to SRB (Location TBA); 12th to Science room with Mr. Preheim (graduation, presentation, end of year, etc.)   Afternoon SRB-9th & 12th  to SRB; 9th to Shop; 11th to Science room with Mr. Preheim (SDMyLife, dual credit, etc.)   4.       Track students  dismiss Thursday @ 1:45, leave for Menno @ 2:00.  Pick up T/D @ 2:30.   5.       No band or vocal on Friday.    6.       Friday morning during SRB and 3rd period we will be having senior venture presentation practice.  The schedule and the room assignments for all students in grades 9-12 is on the back of  these announcements and on both bulletin boards.   7.       Friday afternoon juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room. You will be starting your Anatomy and Physiology test at 1:00.   8.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   9.       Someone took the door stop from Mr. Glanzer's office door. He would like it back!   10.   Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   11.   Last day to check out library books is Monday, May 4th. All books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch   Happy birthday to Justine Hartmann.   Tardy:    Ryan, Tanner, Gunnar, Blaze Absent:   Hunter W   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.   Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.     Tuesday, April 28, 2015   Menu:    cold turkey subs and potato salad   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   Vocal and jazz band 6th period today. No band or vocal on Wednesday.  No band or vocal on Friday   1.       The following will be gone to Sanford Science Day with Mr. Schneider today.   (Teachers, don’t count them absent.)   Carly, Johnnie, Becca, Julia, Justine, Delaney, Janaya   2.       We will be switching 4th and 6th periods around today.  Go to your 6th period class at 1:00 and to vocal/SRB at 2:45.    Jazz band is to go to the gym during 6th period as well. No freshman PE today.  All vocal students go to music last period today.   3.       Play practice schedule:  Wednesday after school work on props (non-mandatory). Thursday…7pm                  Friday…6:30am(AM!!!)                    Monday…6pm                    Tuesday…6pm   4.       Track pictures today at 4:15 out at the track.   5.       No band or vocal on Wednesday. We will be using Wednesday SRB’s to make-up for missed classes, some meetings, etc.   Morning SRB - 9th graders go to English; 10th graders to Shop II; 11th grade to SRB (Location TBA); 12th to Science room with Mr. Preheim (graduation, presentation, end of year, etc.)   Afternoon SRB-9th & 12th  to SRB; 10th to Shop; 11th to Science room with Mr. Preheim (SDMyLife, dual credit, etc.)   6.       No band or vocal on Friday.    7.       Friday morning during SRB and 3rd period we will be having senior venture presentation practice.  The schedule and the room assignments for all students in grades 9-12 is on the back of  these announcements and on both bulletin boards.   8.       Friday afternoon juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room. You will be starting your Anatomy and Physiology test at 1:00.   9.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   10.    Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   11.    Last day to check out library books is Monday, May 4th. All books need to be returned by Monday, May 11th. I will not sign you out until they are returned or paid for. Mrs. Harnisch   12.    The Armour After School Program would like to thank everyone htat helped with their “Helping Hands Project.”  Thanks to the parents and community members who donated baked goods and to the students and staff, senior citizens, and others who purchased items and contributed to the sale.  The students were amazed at how everything sold and watching their funds grow.  They will be presenting a check for $435 to help fix the leak on the senior citizen’s building roof.   Tardy:    Maren, Cooper Absent:    Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Monday, April 27, 2015   Menu:    hot dogs and macaroni and cheese   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women No band or vocal on Wednesday.   1.        Good job juniors and junior advisors.   It was a very nice prom.   2.        Great Plains Conference track meet today.  High school and junior high track members will be dismissed at 11:10 to eat.  The bus will leave at 11:30.   3.        The following will be gone to Sanford Science Day with Mr. Schneider on Tuesday.  See your teachers TODAY!!!  (Teachers, don’t count them absent.)   Carly, Johnnie, Becca, Julia, Justine, Delaney, Janaya   4.        On Tuesday we will be switching 4th and 6th periods around.  Go to your 6th period class at 1:00 and to vocal/SRB at 2:45.    No freshman PE today.  All vocal students go to music last period today.   5.        No band or vocal on Wednesday. We will be using Wednesday SRB’s to make-up for missed classes, some meetings, etc.   Morning SRB - 9th graders go to English; 10th graders to Shop II; 11th grade to SRB (Location TBA); 12th to Science room with Mr. Preheim (graduation, presentation, end of year, etc.)   Afternoon SRB – 9th to SRB; 10th to Shop; 11th to Science room with Mr. Preheim (SD MyLife, dual credit, etc.); 12th to SRB   6.        Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   7.        Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   8.        The K-4 teachers are looking for High School students willing to help with Field Day, May 15th. We will start approximately at 9:30am and be done by noon.  If anyone is finished with testing and is interested in helping out, there will be a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board and we would greatly appreciate your help. Please sign-up by May 1st or let one of the K-4 teachers know.   Happy Birthday to Issabelle Provost   Tardy:      Absent:   Shalee, Tanner   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Thursday, April 23, 2015   Menu:      Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Track meet in Freeman on Thursday with field events beginning at 1:00 and running events beginning at 3:00. Gunnar and Kiana will leave at 11:00.  The bus with all of the other track members will leave Armour at 1:00. 2.        Prom on Friday.  No school for students due to teacher in-service.  ·         Sign up outside dates for prom in Mr. Preheim’s office. ·         It would be very nice if you would once again go out to the nursing home between the banquet and the grand march. ·         Grand march begins at 9:00.  No one will be able to leave after that time and be readmitted.  Do not test us on this.  If you must leave the building, you must first get permission from a junior class advisor, Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer.  No exceptions.  This includes your outside dates. ·         We will breathalyze everyone before we start the dance.  Outside dates as well.   3.        Seniors have TGIF on Thursday afternoon.   4.        Seniors, your portfolios are due and need to be turned in to Mr. Preheim by Thursday.   5.        Thursday morning USD medical students will be presenting a program to the high school on sexually transmitted diseases.  We will have two programs in the multi.  Juniors and seniors from 9:00 to 10:00 and freshmen and sophomores from 10:00 to 11:00.  STD’s are a mature topic and you are expected to treat it as such.  Attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.  If your parents do not want you to attend, return the signed sheet to Mr. Preheim.   This is a mature topic and you expected to act accordingly.  7.        Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   8.        The K-4 teachers are looking for High School students willing to help with Field Day, May 15th. We will start approximately at 9:30am and be done by noon.   If anyone is finished with testing and is interested in helping out, there will be a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board and we would greatly appreciate your help. Please sign-up by May 1st or let one of the K-4 teachers know.   9.        Every day this week at 3:15 the After-school program will be set up in front of the elementary building ( inside the door if weather is an issue) will be selling treats and lemonade to raise funds to help the Senior Citizens to fix their roof.    Tardy:      Absent:      Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Wednesday, April 22, 2015   Menu:    fish sandwich/cole slaw/potato salad   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Track meet in Freeman on Thursday with field events beginning at 1:00 and running events beginning at 3:00. Gunnar and Kiana will leave at 11:00.  The bus with all of the other track members will leave Armour at 1:00. 2.        Prom on Friday.  No school for students due to teacher in-service.  ·         Sign up outside dates for prom in Mr. Preheim’s office. ·         It would be very nice if you would once again go out to the nursing home between the banquet and the grand march. ·         Grand march begins at 9:00.  No one will be able to leave after that time and be readmitted.  Do not test us on this.  If you must leave the building, you must first get permission from a junior class advisor, Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer.  No exceptions.  This includes your outside dates. ·         We will breathalyze everyone before we start the dance.  Outside dates as well.   3.        Seniors have TGIF on Thursday afternoon.   4.        Seniors, your portfolios are due and need to be turned in to Mr. Preheim by Thursday.   5.        Thursday morning USD medical students will be presenting a program to the high school on sexually transmitted diseases.  We will have two programs in the multi.  Juniors and seniors from 9:00 to 10:00 and freshmen and sophomores from 10:00 to 11:00.  STD’s are a mature topic and you are expected to treat it as such.  Attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.  If your parents do not want you to attend, return the signed sheet to Mr. Preheim.   This is a mature topic and you expected to act accordingly.    6.        Mr. Preheim is gone today.  Chareen is gone as well.   7.        Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   8.        The K-4 teachers are looking for High School students willing to help with Field Day, May 15th. We will start approximately at 9:30am and be done by noon.   If anyone is finished with testing and is interested in helping out, there will be a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board and we would greatly appreciate your help. Please sign-up by May 1st or let one of the K-4 teachers know.   9.        Every day this week at 3:15 the After-school program will be set up in front of the elementary building ( inside the door if weather is an issue) will be selling treats and lemonade to raise funds to help the Senior Citizens to fix their roof.    Tardy:      Absent:    Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Tuesday, April 21, 2015   Menu:    tator tot casserole / peas   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Track meet in Corsica today beginning at 2:00.  Leave at 1:15.  Track students will not be in class in the afternoon.   2.        NOTE THE CHANGE:  Track meet in Freeman on Thursday with field events beginning at 1:00 and running events beginning at 3:00. Gunnar and Kiana will leave at 11:00.  The bus with all of the other track members will leave Armour at 1:00.   3.        The following need to turn in pre-registrations sheets, see Mr. Preheim, or receive detention:  Mason, Issabelle, Gracie. 4.        Prom on Friday.  No school for students due to teacher in-service.  ·         Sign up outside dates for prom in Mr. Preheim’s office. ·         It would be very nice if you would once again go out to the nursing home between the banquet and the grand march. ·         Grand march begins at 9:00.  No one will be able to leave after that time and be readmitted.  Do not test us on this.  If you must leave the building, you must first get permission from a junior class advisor, Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer.  No exceptions.  This includes your outside dates. ·         We will breathalyze everyone before we start the dance.  Outside dates as well.   5.        Seniors have TGIF on Thursday afternoon.   6.        Thursday morning USD medical students will be presenting a program to the high school on sexually transmitted diseases.  We will have two programs in the multi.  Juniors and seniors from 9:00 to 10:00 and freshmen and sophomores from 10:00 to 11:00.  STD’s are a mature topic and you are expected to treat it as such.  Mrs. Konechne will be handing out parent permission forms on Tuesday.  Attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.   7.        FYI:  Parents night for sports next year will be for the parents of seniors only, as it was for many years in Armour.  Both the Armour and Tripp/Delmont school boards agreed on this at the joint meeting last week.   8.        Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   9.        Every day this week at 3:15 the After-school program will be set up in front of the elementary building ( inside the door if weather is an issue) will be selling treats and lemonade to raise funds to help the Senior Citizens to fix their roof.    Tardy:   Absent:                     OSHA training this morning:  Gunnar, Clayton, Hunter H, and Tanner  Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Monday, April 20, 2015   Menu:    hamburgers and baked beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Track meet in Corsica on Tuesday beginning at 2:00.  Leave at 1:15.  Track students will not be in class in the afternoon.   2.       Track meet in Freeman beginning at 1:00 on Thursday.  Track students will be dismissed at 11:00 and leave at 11:15.   3.       The following need to turn in pre-registrations sheets, see Mr. Preheim, or receive detention:  Mason, Trevor, Issabelle, Gracie, Janaya, Jacob. 4.       Prom on Friday.  No school for students due to teacher in-service.    5.       Sign up outside dates for prom in Mr. Preheim’s office.   6.       Seniors have TGIF on Thursday afternoon.   7.       Thursday morning USD medical students will be presenting a program to the high school on sexually transmitted diseases.  We will have two programs in the multi.  Juniors and seniors from 9:00 to 10:00 and freshmen and sophomores from 10:00 to 11:00.  STD’s are a mature topic and you are expected to treat it as such.  Mrs. Konechne will be handing out parent permission forms on Tuesday.  Attendance is strongly encouraged but not mandatory.   8.       Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your certificate:  Parker Dally, Jordan Mulder, Keegan Porter-Fredrickson, and Krista Fuoss.   9.       Congratulations to Citizen of the Month Amanda Spaans and Student of the Month Carly Sparks.   10.    Any students currently in grades 6-12 interested in weight lifting and acceleration in Armour over the summer should attend a meeting at 3:35 in the gym tonight after school prior to track practice.   11.    Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   12.    Every day this week at 3:15 the After-school program will be set up in front of the elementary building ( inside the door if weather is an issue) will be selling treats and lemonade to raise funds to help the Senior Citizens to fix their roof.  Buy a treat and help fix the leak!!   Tardy:   Absent:                     OSHA training this morning:  Gunnar, Clayton, Hunter H, and Tanner Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Friday, April 17, 2015   Menu:    chicken wrap / rice / broccoli   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Track meet in Avon on Friday.  Dismiss at 3:00 and leave at 3:15.   2.        Get your pre-registration sheets in to Mr. Preheim ASAP. 3.        The following need to go to Mr. Holbeck’s room when the bell rings ending 1st period:  Shalee, Kasey, Julia, November, Tucker   4.        Sign up outside dates for prom in Mr. Preheim’s office.   5.        Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your certificate:  Parker Dally, Jordan Mulder, Keegan Porter-Fredrickson, and Krista Fuoss.   6.        Congratulations to Citizen of the Month Amanda Spaans and Student of the Month Carly Sparks.   7.        Any students currently in grades 6-12 interested in weight lifting and acceleration in Armour over the summer should attend a meeting at 3:35 in the gym on Monday prior to track practice.   8.        Any students interested in summer employment with the school should see Mr. Glanzer for more information.   9.         We need  Coke reward lids and 12 - pack codes for our school.  Please drop them off in Chareen's office.   Tardy:  Joe, Paige, Cooper Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. 2.        Deficiency slips are due by the end of the week. Thursday, April 16, 2015   Menu:    walking tacos/salad bar   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Get your pre-registration sheets in to Mr. Preheim ASAP. 2.        Fencers meet in the band room Tonight (Thursday) at 4pm for DWU to train you!!!!!   3.        The seniors will have a senior project work day today.  They will not be in class.    4.        Last day of testing for juniors - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   5.        Track meet in Avon on Friday.  Dismiss at 3:00 and leave at 3:15.   6.         We need  Coke reward lids and 12 - pack codes for our school.  Please drop them off in Chareen's office.   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. 2.        Deficiency slips are due by the end of the week. Wednesday, April 15, 2015   Menu:    hot turkey over bread / mashed potatoes / gravy   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Get your pre-registration sheets in to Mr. Preheim ASAP.   2.        The seniors will have a senior project work day on Thursday.  They will not be in class.    3.        Testing schedule for the juniors:   Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III) Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   4.         We need  Coke reward lids and 12 - pack codes for our school.  Please drop them off in Chareen's office.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. 2.        Staff meeting tonight after school in the 8th grade room 3.        Deficiency slips are due by the end of the week.   Tuesday, April 14, 2015 Menu:    burritos and refried beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Track meet in Wagner this afternoon.  The bus will leave at 1:00.  Track members should eat first.  Track members see your teachers in advance.   2.        No freshman P.E. today.   3.        Seniors are gone with Mrs. Schneider today.  The bus will leave at 7:20.  Should return around 1:30 or 2:00   4.        Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners:  Taylor Zolnowski, Jordan Keller, Carly Sparks and Hannah Wold.  Stop in for your Subway Tickets.   5.        The seniors will have a senior project work day on Thursday.  They will not be in class.    6.        Sophomores and juniors interested in attending MTI Summer camps in Engineering, Welding & Manufacturing, orCulinary Arts should check their email.  Mr. Preheim sent you information on Friday.  You can see him for more information.   7.        Testing schedule for the juniors: (go to the VTEL room at 1:00)   Tue Apr 14 - Math Classroom Activity during Algebra II (30 min) Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III) Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   8.         Upcoming dates and events Tuesday, Apr. 14th              Track & Seniors gone to Yankton Thursday, Apr. 16th            Senior Work Day Friday, Apr. 17th                  Track 13th, 20th, 21st                     OSHA training in Corsica April 23rd                              STD program for HS April 23rd                              TGIF for Seniors April 24th                              No school for students / teacher inservice April 24th                              Prom April 27th, 30th                     Track April 28th                              Sanford Science Day   Tardy:    Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. 2.        Coaches and people in charge of our extra curricular activities, please complete your participation surveys and return to Mr. Glanzer ASAP Monday, April 13, 2015 Menu:    chicken ala king / peas   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners:  Taylor Zolnowski, Jordan Keller, Carly Sparks and Hannah Wold.   2.        There have been instances as of late of the lights being left on in the gym late at night with no one in the gym.  This is unacceptable.  Mr. Glanzer had to turn them off at 11:00 Thursday night and there was no one in the gym.  If you are the last one to leave the gym, you need to turn off the lights.  If this continues, you are running the risk of  losing they open gym.   3.        Track meets on Tuesday and Friday this week.  You will leave at 1:00 on Tuesday.  Track members see your teachers in advance.   4.        Seniors will be gone with Mrs. Schneider on Tuesday.  Should return around 1:30 or 2:00.   5.        The seniors will have a senior project work day on Thursday.  They will not be in class.    6.        Sophomores and juniors interested in attending MTI Summer camps in Engineering, Welding & Manufacturing, orCulinary Arts should check their email.  Mr. Preheim sent you information on Friday.  You can see him for more information.   7.        Testing schedule for the juniors: (go to the V-tel room at 1:00)   Mon Apr 13 - ELA Classroom Activity during English III (30 min) Mon Apr 13 - "B" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science)   Tue Apr 14 - Math Classroom Activity during Algebra II (30 min) Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III) Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   8.         Upcoming dates and events Tuesday, Apr. 14th              Track & Seniors gone to Yankton Thursday, Apr. 16th            Senior Work Day Friday, Apr. 17th                  Track 13th, 20th, 21st                     OSHA training in Corsica April 23rd                              STD program for HS April 23rd                              TGIF for Seniors April 24th                              No school for students / teacher in-service April 24th                              Prom April 27th, 30th                     Track April 28th                              Sanford Science Day   Apologies and happy belated birthday to Trevor Lau who had a birthday on Friday.  When you have had as many as Mr. Preheim, you get forgetful and make mistakes.   Happy birthday today to Maci Harrington.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty  Friday, April 10, 2015 Menu:    pizza and green beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        No Vocal today. 2.        Mr. Holbeck’s 3rd period study hall should go to Mr. Mudder’s room today. 3.        Anyone interested in taking any Dual Credit summer classes should see Mr. Preheim.   4.        We will be going to a track meet on Friday afternoon.  The bus will leave at 1:00. ·         No freshman PE on Friday ·         All students go to afternoon SRB on Friday.  We will probably have to run two. ·         Juniors will not be taking DSTEP Science on Friday due to the track meet.  They will do the second part of the science test on Monday starting at 1:00. ·         Friday night’s play practice is an important one and may or may not be affected by the track meet depending upon which one we attend, when it gets over, etc.  We will make every attempt to see that students involved in both will be able to make it to both.  That plan will be developed today once we have more information.   5.        Juniors will continue testing today.  You will test in the Math Room.  You are to be dismissed from 1st period class at 9:50.  .  You will be given a snack and juice and we will begin testing around 10:10 and should be done around 12:15.   Testing schedule for the juniors:   Fri Apr 10 "A" day - Math Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:00ish (band & US History)   Mon Apr 13 - ELA Classroom Activity during English III (30 min) Mon Apr 13 - "B" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science)   Tue Apr 14 - Math Classroom Activity during Algebra II (30 min)   Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III)   Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   6.         Upcoming dates and events Tuesday, Apr. 14th              Track & Seniors gone to Yankton Thursday, Apr. 16th            Senior Work Day Friday, Apr. 17th                  Track 13th, 20th, 21st                     OSHA training in Corsica April 23rd                              STD program for HS April 23rd                              TGIF for Seniors April 24th                              No school for students / teacher inservice April 24th                              Prom April 27th, 30th                     Track April 28th                              Sanford Science Day   Tardy:    Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Thursday, 9 April 2015 Menu:    Teriyaki Chicken / Rice / Oriental Veggies   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Mr. Schneider is here today.   2.       No Vocal on Friday.   3.       Anyone interested in taking any Dual Credit summer classes should see Mr. Preheim.   4.       We will be going to a track meet on Friday afternoon.  The bus will leave at 1:00. ·         No freshman PE on Friday ·         All students go to afternoon SRB on Friday.  We will probably have to run two. ·         Juniors will not be taking DSTEP Science on Friday due to the track meet.  They will do the second part of the science test on Monday starting at 1:00. ·         Friday night’s play practice is an important one and may or may not be affected by the track meet depending upon which one we attend, when it gets over, etc.  We will make every attempt to see that students involved in both will be able to make it to both.  That plan will be developed today once we have more information.   5.       Juniors will begin testing today.  We will start in the English Room.  You are to be dismissed from Shop and Accounting at 9:50.  Bring your laptops and something to read to the English room at that time.  You will be given a snack and juice and we will begin testing around 10:10 and should be done around 12:15.  At 1:00 you will meet again to do the DSTEP Science test.   6.       Testing schedule for the juniors:   Thur Apr 9 "B" day - ELA Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng) Thur Apr 9 "B" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science?)  Fri Apr 10 "A" day - Math Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:00ish (band & US History)   Mon Apr 13 - ELA Classroom Activity during English III (30 min) Mon Apr 13 - "B" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science) Tue Apr 14 - Math Classroom Activity during Algebra II (30 min)   Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III) (Mary S gone with Seniors) Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Wednesday, April 08, 2015   Menu: chili dogs and baked beans   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.      Mr. Schneider will be here Thursday.   2.      No Vocal on Friday.   3.      Testing schedule for the juniors:   Thur Apr 9 "B" day - ELA Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng) Thur Apr 9 "B" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science?)  Fri Apr 10 "A" day - Math Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:00ish (band & US History) Fri Apr 10 "A" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science)   Mon Apr 13 - ELA Classroom Activity during English III (30 min) Tue Apr 14 - Math Classroom Activity during Algebra II (30 min)   Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III) (Mary S gone with Seniors) Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II   Happy birthday to November Bialas.   Tardy:    Absent:     Teachers: 1.      Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Tuesday, April 09, 2015   Menu:  chicken strips and mashed potatoes Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.      Mr. Schneider will be here Thursday.   2.      No Vocal on Friday.   3.      Testing schedule for the juniors:   Thur Apr 9 "B" day - ELA Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng) Thur Apr 9 "B" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science?)  Fri Apr 10 "A" day - Math Computer Adaptive Test - 10:10 to 12:00ish (band & US History) Fri Apr 10 "A" day - DSTEP Science - 1:00 until ??? (vocal & science)   Mon Apr 13 - ELA Classroom Activity during English III (30 min) Tue Apr 14 - Math Classroom Activity during Algebra II (30 min)   Wed Apr 15 "B" day - ELA Performance Task - 10:10 to 12:15ish (band & Eng III) (Mary S gone with Seniors) Thur Apr 16 "A" day - Math Performance Task during Algebra II  Tardy:    Absent:     Detention:    Teachers: 1.      Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.   Mr. Holbeck has detention duty Thursday, 2 April 2015 Menu:    N0 Lunch. Have a Happy Easter!!!   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   2.        We will dismiss at noon today for Easter break.  We will not be serving lunch.   4.        Anyone interested in a Volleyball Tournament t-shirt needs to get their order to Mariah by the end of the day.  Cost is $7 each.   5.        Courtney Krsnak is hosting a 5K run or walk this Saturday.  This is part of her senior project and all proceeds will benefit the Abbot House.  Registration starts at 9:00 with the run beginning at 10:00 at the Lions Park.  If you would like to pre-register contact Courtney Krsnak for the form.  She is also selling t-shirts for $12 if you want to contribute but don’t wish to participate in the run.   6.        Tuesday after break is a “B” day.  Juniors and seniors will be gone with Mr. Preheim to the “Make It Count” program in Wagner in the afternoon.  There also is a track meet in Parkston on Tuesday.   The bus to Wagner will leave at 12:15 and return by 3:35.  Juniors and seniors will be dismissed to eat at 11:45.   Clayton, Gunnar and Tanner will not go to Wagner but will go with the track team.  Maci, Jacob, Hunter W, Blaze, David and Kera will go to Wagner and will leave at 3:00 to go to the track meet.  The rest of the juniors and seniors will ride the bus back.    Happy Birthday to Mason Koehn who celebrates his birthday on Friday.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.   Wednesday, April 01, 2015   Menu:    Beef Stew and Dinner Rolls   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Mr. Schneider is here today.   2.        We will dismiss at noon on Thursday for Easter break.  We will not be serving lunch.   3.        All seniors need to bring their caps/gowns/tassels on Thursday for a class picture for the senior slide show.   4.        Anyone interested in a Volleyball Tournament t-shirt needs to get their order to Mariah by the end of the day.  Cost is $7 each.   5.        Courtney Krsnak is hosting a 5K run or walk this Saturday.  This is part of her senior project and all proceeds will benefit the Abbot House.  Registration starts at 9:00 with the run beginning at 10:00 at the Lions Park.  If you would like to pre-register contact Courtney Krsnak for the form.  She is also selling t-shirts for $12 if you want to contribute but don’t wish to participate in the run.   6.        Tuesday after break is a “B” day.  Juniors and seniors will be gone with Mr. Preheim to the “Make It Count” program in Wagner in the afternoon.  There also is a track meet in Parkston on Tuesday.   The bus to Wagner will leave at 12:15 and return by 3:35.  Juniors and seniors will be dismissed to eat at 11:45.   Clayton, Gunnar and Tanner will not go to Wagner but will go with the track team.  Maci, Jacob, Hunter W, Blaze, David and Kera will go to Wagner and will leave at 3:00 to go to the track meet.  The rest of the juniors and seniors will ride the bus back.    Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.   Monday, March 30, 2015 Menu:    Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   3.        Honor roll is posted.  4.        If you have an incomplete you are ineligible for the honor roll.  All incompletes need to be made up this week to avoid a failing grade.   5.        Mrs. Schneider will be gone today.   8.        Mariah’s senior venture volleyball tournament is April 11th.  Registration deadline is March today.  See Mariah or bulletin board for more information.   9.        Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Hunter, Courtney, Clayton, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   10.     Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.    11.     Teachers and Students please watch the after-school program's green screen" healthy" commercial on the Armour HS Cube.   Tardy:   Ryan                Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Friday, March 27, 2015  No School---vocal content Thursday, March 26, 2015   Menu:    beef fingers / mashed potatoes & gravy   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   2.        Congratulations to the mixed and women’s choirs on receiving Superior ratings yesterday.   3.        Honor roll is posted.  We will take pictures today right after first period.   4.        If you have an incomplete you are ineligible for the honor roll.  All incompletes need to be made up this week to avoid a failing grade.   5.        Mr. Schneider will be here today.   6.        Mr. Barker and the seniors going on the shop trip will be leaving after 4th period today.  See your teachers.   As of now, the plan is for Shop I and Shop V students to go to Mr. Mudder’s study halls this afternoon.   7.        Armour vocal contest on Friday.  No school for students.   8.        Mariah’s senior venture volleyball tournament is April 11th.  Registration deadline is March today.  See Mariah or bulletin board for more information.   9.        Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Hunter, Courtney, Clayton, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   10.     Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.    11.     Teachers and Students please watch the after-school program's green screen" healthy" commercial on the Armour HS Cube.   Tardy:   Ryan                Absent:  Clayton, Jacob, Issabelle   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Wednesday, March 25, 2015   Menu:    pizza & green beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Please avoid parking in front of the Masonic Lodge/Library area as they are having their soup luncheon.   2.        Honor roll is posted.  Pics to be announced.   3.        If you have an incomplete you are ineligible for the honor roll.  All incompletes need to be made up this week to avoid a failing grade.   4.        Large group contest on today.  Choir will be gone in morning but back for the afternoon.    We will have an academic make-up period from 1:00 to 1:45 today.  At 1:00 freshmen go to Mr. Weber’s room for Word Processing or Spanish.  Sophomores go to Shop II.  Juniors go to Mr. Holbeck’s room (you will have a history quiz followed by Algebra II).  Seniors go to English IV.  5th and 6th periods will run as normal.    For those remaining:  It will be a good time for you to make-up any work, see teachers, work on distance ed classes, senior projects, shop projects, etc.   5.        Mr. Schneider will be here Thursday.   6.        Mr. Barker and the seniors going on the shop trip will be leaving around noon on Thursday.  See your teachers.   7.        Armour vocal contest on Friday.  No school for students.   8.        Mariah’s senior venture volleyball tournament is April 11th.  Registration deadline is March 27th.  See Mariah or bulletin board for more information.   9.        Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Hunter, Courtney, Clayton, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   10.     Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.    Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Tuesday, 24 March 2015 Menu:    taco soup / tortilla chips   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Honor Roll should be posted today.  We will take honor roll pics later this week.   2.       If you have an incomplete you are ineligible for the honor roll.  All incompletes need to be made up this week to avoid a failing grade.   3.       Mr. Barker will be gone this afternoon.  Shop I should go to Mr. Mudder’s study hall.  Shop V should….   4.       Large group contest on Wednesday.  Choir will be gone in morning but back for the afternoon.    We will have an academic make-up period from 1:00 to 1:45 that day.  At 1:00 freshmen go to Mr. Weber’s room for Word Processing or Spanish.  Sophomores go to Shop II.  Juniors go to Mr. Holbeck’s room (you will have a history quiz followed by Algebra II).  Seniors go to English IV.  5th and 6th periods will run as normal.    For those remaining:  It will be a good time for you to make-up any work, see teachers, work on distance ed classes, senior projects, shop projects, etc.   5.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs today.  Mr. Schneider will be here Thursday.   6.       Mr. Barker and the seniors going on the shop trip will be leaving around noon on Thursday.  See your teachers.   7.       Armour vocal contest on Friday.  No school for students.   8.       Mariah’s senior venture volleyball tournament is April 11th.  Registration deadline is March 27th.  See Mariah or bulletin board for more information.   9.       Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Hunter, Courtney, Clayton, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   10.    Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.    Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Monday, March 23, 2015   Menu:    meat balls over noodles / peas   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Band and choir are switched today.  HS choir in the morning and band in the afternoon.    2.        Large group contest on Wednesday.  Choir will be gone in morning but back for the afternoon.    We will have an academic make-up period from 1:00 to 1:45 that day.  At 1:00 freshmen go to Mr. Weber’s room for Word Processing or Spanish.  Sophomores go to Shop II.  Juniors go to Mr. Holbeck’s room (you will have a history quiz followed by Algebra II).  Seniors go to English IV.  5th and 6th periods will run as normal.    For those remaining:  It will be a good time for you to make-up any work, see teachers, work on distance ed classes, senior projects, shop projects, etc.   3.        Get your incompletes made up ASAP!!!   4.        Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Tuesday.  Mr. Schneider will be here Thursday.   5.        Mr. Barker and the seniors going on the shop trip will be leaving around noon on Thursday.  See your teachers.   6.        Armour vocal contest on Friday.  No school for students.   7.        Mariah’s senior venture volleyball tournament is April 11th.  Registration deadline is March 27th.  See Mariah or bulletin board for more information.   8.        Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Hunter, Courtney, Clayton, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   9.        High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th.   10.     Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. 2.        The van and car are going to be used a lot in the next two weeks.  Check with Chareen if you need to use or schedule either vehicle.   Tuesday, March 17, 2015   Menu:    corn dogs / baked beans / corn chips   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       No vocal today due to Prairie Readers.   2.       Prairie Readers this afternoon.  High school students who are participating will need to be dismissed at 11:40 for lunch.  Those not involved will be dismissed at 12:15 for lunch.   They will be using our extra study hall so please stay out of it and also keep the noise down in the hallways between classes and over the noon hour.   3.       Quite a number of you have incompletes.  These need to be taken care of by Tuesday if you wish to be placed on Honor Roll.  We will wait until then to compute Honor Roll.  This will also give the Spanish students a chance to change their grades when Mrs. Cutler returns to open their assignment.    4.       Sophomores will take the SDMyLife Ability Profiler on Tuesday from 9:30 until 12:00.   5.       Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   6.       High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th. 7.       Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office. 8.       End of the year basketball meeting for ALL JV and Varsity girls to turn in uniforms and practice jersey today at 4:15 in Mrs. Mogck's room.   9.       "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.   2.       The van and car are going to be used a lot in the next two weeks.  Check with Chareen if you need to use or schedule either vehicle. Monday, March 16, 2015   Menu:    super nachos / green beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Carly Sparks and Jacob Lau see Mr. Preheim this morning.   2.        Mrs. Schneider is in Springs today.  Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.   3.        Quite a number of you have incompletes.  These need to be taken care of by Tuesday if you wish to be placed on Honor Roll.  We will wait until then to compute Honor Roll.  This will also give the Spanish students a chance to change their grades when Mrs. Cutler returns to open their assignment.    4.        Congratulations to last week’s Subway “Effort Award” winners:  Daniel Fuoss, Jordan Mulder, David Gastonguay, and Amanda Spaans.  Stop in for your certificate.   5.        Sophomores will take the SDMyLife Ability Profiler on Tuesday from 9:30 until 12:00.   6.        Prairie Readers will be held in Armour Tuesday.  If you are in Prairie Readers talk to your afternoon teachers today.   7.        Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   8.        High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th. 9.        Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office. 10.     End of the year basketball meeting for ALL JV and Varsity girls to turn in uniforms and practice jersey. It will be Tuesday, March 17th at 4:15 in Mrs. Mogck's room.   11.     "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED.   Tardy:    Absent:     Teachers: Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.   Friday, March 13, 2015   Menu: fish sandwich / macaroni salad / peas   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Juniors, remember the ACT registration deadline is today.   2.        Juniors interested in Boy’s and Girl’s State should see Mr. Preheim today.   3.        Senior project checkpoint during morning SRB. Science Room – Barker, Bitterman, Ziegler:  Brenden, Riley, Gunnar, Maci. Math Room – Holbeck, Wilson, Feenstra:  Mariah, Kirsta, Tanner, Clayton Business Room – Weber, Gerber, Harnisch:  Alicia, Courtney, Tristan, Skyler, Jordan English Room – Schneider, Mudder:  Amanda, Hannah, Hunter, Jessica   Freshmen go to the VTEL room for morning SRB tomorrow.  Sophomores and juniors to extra SH.   Seniors, when you are done with your check point, stick around.  When everyone is done, Mr. Preheim will talk to you all about your projects, portfolios, and presentations.  We will meet in the business room.  So, when you are done, hang out down by the water fountain/library until they are done in the business room and Mr. Preheim will announce when ready.   4.        Quite a number of you have incompletes.  These need to be taken care of by Tuesday if you wish to be placed on Honor Roll.  We will wait until then to compute Honor Roll.  This will also give the Spanish students a chance to change their grades when Mrs. Cutler returns to open their assignment.    5.        Sophomores will take the SDMyLife Ability Profiler on Tuesday from 9:30 until 12:00.   6.        Prairie Readers will be held in Armour next Tuesday afternoon.   7.        The deadline to enter the contest in the Rural Electric Youth Tour to Washington DC is March 16th.  See Mr. Preheim for more information.   8.        High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th.   9.        Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   10.     End of the year basketball meeting for ALL JV and Varsity girls to turn in uniforms and practice jersey. It will be Tuesday, March 17th at 4:15 in Mrs. Mogck's room.   11.     Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   12.     "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED.   Tardy:    Absent:  Courtney, Maci, Mariah Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Thursday, March 12, 2015   Menu: Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Juniors, remember the ACT registration deadline is today.   2.        Juniors interested in Boy’s and Girl’s State should see Mr. Preheim today.   3.        Senior project checkpoint during morning SRB on Friday. Science Room – Barker, Bitterman, Ziegler:  Brenden, Riley, Gunnar, Maci. Math Room – Holbeck, Wilson, Feenstra:  Mariah, Kirsta, Tanner, Clayton Business Room – Weber, Gerber, Harnisch:  Alicia, Courtney, Tristan, Skyler, Jordan English Room – Schneider, Mudder:  Amanda, Hannah, Hunter, Jessica   Freshmen go to the VTEL room for morning SRB tomorrow.  Sophomores and juniors to extra SH.   Seniors, when you are done with your check point, stick around.  When everyone is done, Mr. Preheim will talk to you all about your projects, portfolios, and presentations.  We will meet in the business room.  So, when you are done, hang out down by the water fountain/library until they are done in the business room and Mr. Preheim will announce when ready.   4.        Quite a number of you have incompletes.  These need to be taken care of by Tuesday if you wish to be placed on Honor Roll.  We will wait until then to compute Honor Roll.  This will also give the Spanish students a chance to change their grades when Mrs. Cutler returns to open their assignment.    5.        Sophomores will take the SDMyLife Ability Profiler on Tuesday from 9:30 until 12:00.   6.        Prairie Readers will be held in Armour next Tuesday afternoon.   7.        The deadline to enter the contest in the Rural Electric Youth Tour to Washington DC is March 16th.  See Mr. Preheim for more information.   8.        High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th.   9.        Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   10.     End of the year basketball meeting for ALL JV and Varsity girls to turn in uniforms and practice jersey. It will be Tuesday, March 17th at 4:15 in Mrs. Mogck's room.   11.     Updated senior privilege list:  The following have senior privileges:  Gunnar, Krista, Maci, Riley, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden, Hannah   12.     "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED.   Tardy:    Absent:  Courtney, Maci, Mariah   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.     Tuesday, March 10, 2015 Menu:  crispitos/refried beans   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.      Juniors, remember the ACT registration deadline is March 13th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  The first time it takes quite a while.   2.      Juniors interested in Boy’s and Girl’s State see Mr. Preheim for more information and registration materials by this Thursday.   3.      Senior project checkpoint on Friday during morning SRB.   4.      High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th.   5.      Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   6.      End of the year basketball meeting for ALL JV and Varsity girls to turn in uniforms and practice jersey. It will be Tuesday, March 17th at 4:15 in Mrs. Mogck's room. 7. Mr. Schneider will be here today.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   8.      Students taking dual credit classes need to get their current grade documentation to Mr. Preheim today.   9.      The following have senior privileges:  Jessica, Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   10.      "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED.   11.  Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.    Happy birthday to Kasey Goehring   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.      Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Monday, March 09, 2015 Menu:    hamburgers, potato salad, fresh baby carrots   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Juniors, remember the ACT registration deadline is March 13th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  The first time it takes quite a while.   2.        High school track starts March 23rd.  Junior high track starts March 30th.   3.        Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   4.        Mr. Schneider will be here on Tuesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   5.        Students taking dual credit classes need to get their current grade documentation to Mr. Preheim today.   6.        The following have senior privileges:  Jessica, Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   7.        "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED.   8.        Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.    Happy belated birthday to Jordan Mulder who celebrated yesterday.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.   Friday, March 06, 2015 Menu:     mac and cheese Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Congratulations to the seniors.  Everyone who took the test yesterday did well enough on the test yesterday to be National Career Readiness certified.    2.        Any Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors that are interested in being a mentor, please sign up outside Mrs. Konechne's office. We will have mentor training this Saturday, March 7th at 9:30am.   3.        This Sunday at the UCC Church, there will be a worship night from 5-7pm. This is part of Brenden's senior project. For more information, contact Brenden.   4.       The student council is sponsoring a blood drive today.  If you are donating, check in when you go and get back. Helping out at 4-H building: 11:00-12:30 Jacob & Carly   1:00 to 2:40 Gunnar & Hannah                 2:40 to 3:45 – Jessica & Brenden   5.        Student council members, get any new blood donor names to Mr. Preheim first thing this morning.   6.        Juniors, remember the ACT registration deadline is March 13th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  The first time it takes quite a while.   7.        Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   8.        Lifeguarding and lifeguarding review courses to be offered in Wagner.    Prerequisite skills evaluation March 25 @ 5:30.  Clases  begin April  8, 10, 11, 15, and 17.  Online pre-registration required.  Deadline March 24th.  Online coursework must be completed prior to April 8.  Space is limited.  Email nicolek1866@gmail.com or text 4023947211 for more information.   9.        The following have senior privileges:  Jessica, Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   10.     "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED. Sign-up forms are on the downstairs bulletin board. Also, Mrs. Schneider sent an email for actual prom sign-up. Please be signed up by the end of March."    11.     Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.    12.     The 2015 Coke Rewards for School program has changed.  Instead of items for our points we now receive cash for our school.  We need people to load points into their accounts weekly.  You can set up your own account online and donate them to our school  If you need caps or labels, contact Nicole Neugebauer or Marian Biederstedt.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   Thursday, March 05, 2015 Menu:    teriyaki chicken/rice/oriental veggies  Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Congratulations to the seniors.  Everyone who took the test yesterday did well enough on the test yesterday to be National Career Readiness certified.    2.       Any Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors that are interested in being a mentor, please sign up outside Mrs. Konechne's office. We will have mentor training this Saturday, March 7th at 9:30am.   3.       This Sunday at the UCC Church, there will be a worship night from 5-7pm. This is part of Brenden's senior project. For more information, contact Brenden.   4.       The student council is sponsoring a blood drive today.  If you are donating, check in when you go and get back. Helping out at 4-H building: 11:00-12:30 Jacob & Carly              1:00 to 2:40 Gunnar & Hannah             2:40 to 3:45 – Jessica & Brenden   5.       Student council members, get any new blood donor names to Mr. Preheim first thing this morning.   6.       Juniors, remember the ACT registration deadline is March 13th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  The first time it takes quite a while.   7.       Anyone wanting to sign up for cheerleading tryouts please do so by Tuesday, March 31st.  Sign up sheet is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   8.       Lifeguarding and lifeguarding review courses to be offered in Wagner.    Prerequisite skills evaluation March 25 @ 5:30.  Classes  begin April  8, 10, 11, 15, and 17.  Online pre-registration required.  Deadline March 24th.  Online coursework must be completed prior to April 8.  Space is limited.  Email nicolek1866@gmail.com or text 4023947211 for more information.   9.       The following have senior privileges:  Jessica, Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   10.    "Sign-up for Prom T-shirts, glasses, and money is due March 19th. Give money to Kasey or Hunter W, if money is not turned in by the 19th, YOUR ORDER WILL NOT BE PLACED. Sign-up forms are on the downstairs bulletin board. Also, Mrs. Schneider sent an email for actual prom sign-up. Please be signed up by the end of March."    11.    Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.    12.    The 2015 Coke Rewards for School program has changed.  Instead of items for our points we now receive cash for our school.  We need people to load points into their accounts weekly.  You can set up your own account online and donate them to our school  If you need caps or labels, contact Nicole Neugebauer or Marian Biederstedt.   Tardy:    Absent:  Daniel F Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. Wednesday, March 04, 2015   Menu: chili and cinnamon roll   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        The seniors will be taking the National Career Readiness Certificate exam this morning.  Testing will start in Mr. Mudder’s room and at some point we will switch to Mr. Holbeck’s room to finish.   2.        Any Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors that are interested in being a mentor, please sign up outside Mrs. Konechne's office. We will have mentor training this Saturday, March 7th at 9:30am.   3.        The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   Student council meeting in Mr. Preheim’s office immediately following 1st period today.   Helping out at the blood drive on Thursday: 11:00-12:30 Jacob & Carly   1:00 to 2:40 Gunnar & Hannah                 2:40 to 3:45 – Jessica & Brenden   4.        Lifeguarding and lifeguarding review courses to be offered in Wagner.    Prerequisite skills evaluation March 25 @ 5:30.  Clases  begin April  8, 10, 11, 15, and 17.  Online pre-registration required.  Deadline March 24th.  Online coursework must be completed prior to April 8.  Space is limited.  Email nicolek1866@gmail.com or text 4023947211 for more information.   5.        The following have senior privileges:  Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   6.        Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.    7.        The 2015 Coke Rewards for School program has changed.  Instead of items for our points we now receive cash for our school.  We need people to load points into their accounts weekly.  You can set up your own account online and donate them to our school  If you need caps or labels, contact Nicole Neugebauer or Marian Biederstedt.   Tardy:    Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   Tuesday, March 03, 2015   Menu:  chicken patties / mashed potatoes & gravy   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       We will run 1st and 3rd periods for 75 minutes each.  No SRB or band this morning.   2.       Any Sophomores, Juniors or Seniors that are interested in being a mentor, please sign up outside Mrs. Konechne's office. We will have mentor training this Saturday, March 7th at 9:30am.   3.       The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   Student council meeting in Mr. Preheim’s office immediately following 1st period today.   Helping out at the blood drive on Thursday: 11:00-12:30 Jacob & Carly              1:00 to 2:40 Gunnar & Hannah             2:40 to 3:45 – Jessica & Brenden   4.       The seniors will be taking the National Career Readiness Certificate exam on Wednesday morning.  Testing will start in Mr. Mudder’s room and at some point we will switch to Mr. Holbeck’s room to finish.   5.       The following have senior privileges:  Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   6.       Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.  Dave Parker recalls highlights of the Lewis and Clark journey with dialog and humor targeted to school age children.  The show emphasizes the peaceful  cooperation between people of different races and nations.  Adults will find the educational aspects interesting and younger children will be entranced by puppets that speak and sing through seemingly effortless talent of a national renowned ventriloquist.   7.       The 2015 Coke Rewards for School program has changed.  Instead of items for our points we now receive cash for our school.  We need people to load points into their accounts weekly.  You can set up your own account online and donate them to our school  If you need caps or labels, contact Nicole Neugebauer or Marian Biederstedt.   Tardy:   Gunnar, David Absent:  Paige, Hunter S, Justine Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   Monday, March 02, 2015   Menu:  sloppy joes and pasta salad   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       The boys will play DC at DC tonight at 7:00 in first round district play.   2.       Juniors interested in taking the Wagner ACT class need to talk to Mr. Preheim today.  Also, remember that the deadline for registering for the April test is March 13th.   3.       The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   Student council meeting in Mr. Preheim’s office immediately following 1st period today.   Helping out at the blood drive on Thursday: 11:00-12:30 Jacob & Carly              1:00 to 2:40 Gunnar & Hannah             2:40 to 3:45 – Jessica & Brenden   4.       The seniors will be taking the National Career Readiness Certificate exam on Wednesday morning.   5.       Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners:  Trevor Lau, Becca Ymker, Kasey Goehring, and Tristan Gau.  6.       Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   7.       The following have senior privileges:  Mariah, Tristan, Maci, Hannah, Hunter, Gunnar, Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   8.       Preschool through 8th Grade 21st CCLC Family Night in the multi and gym at 7:00 p.m. on Tuesday, March 10th.  Dave Parker recalls highlights of the Lewis and Clark journey with dialog and humor targeted to school age children.  The show emphasizes the peaceful  cooperation between people of different races and nations.  Adults will find the educational aspects interesting and younger children will be entranced by puppets that speak and sing through seemingly effortless talent of a national renowned ventriloquist.   9.       The 2015 Coke Rewards for School program has changed.  Instead of items for our points we now receive cash for our school.  We need people to load points into their accounts weekly.  You can set up your own account online and donate them to our school  If you need caps or labels, contact Nicole Neugebauer or Marian Biederstedt.   Happy belated birthday to Ty Sparks who celebrated yesterday.   Tardy:  Jonnie Absent:  Skyler, Jessica Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   Friday, February 27, 2015   Menu: turkey subs/macaroni salad/salad bar   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   3.        The seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   5.        Mr. Preheim is gone to a workshop all day today.   6.        The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   7.        Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th. Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Thursday, February 26, 2015   Menu: turkey subs/macaroni salad/salad bar   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   2.        The boys travel to Colome tonight.   The bus with all players, cheerleaders, stats, video, etc. will leave at 4:15 today.   3.        The seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   4.        Mrs. Schneider is in Springs today.   5.        Mr. Preheim is gone to a workshop all day today.   6.        The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   7.        Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Wednesday, February 25, 2015 Menu: walking tacos and salad bar   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Prom has been moved back one week beginning next year.  Scheduled prom date for 2016 is Friday, April 29th.  Sophomores, make sure you make note of that and inform your parents as well so they don’t schedule anything for the after prom party on the right date.   2.        The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   3.        Instrumental contest today.  Students will return between 2:00 and 2:30.  There will be no vocal or band on Wednesday.  Students gone are:  Seniors:  Krista, Hannah, Courtney                                   Juniors:  Kasey, Kera, Janaya Sophomores:  Becca, Delaney, Justine, Sydney             Freshman:  Daniel   4.        Freshmen go to Mr. Weber’s room for morning SRB.  Sophomores and juniors go to the extra SH with Mr. Barker for morning SRB. 5.        Seniors go to Mrs. Schneider’s room for morning SRB.  Mr. Preheim will come in and spend most of the period explaining the National Career Readiness Certification test that you will take on March 4th. 6.        Freshmen and sophomores go to the science room with Mrs. Ziegler for afternoon SRB.  Juniors and seniors go to Mr. Mudder’s room for afternoon SRB.   7.        The boys travel to Colome on Thursday night.   8.        The seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   9.        Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   10.     The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   11.     Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   Tardy:   Absent:  Keegan, Hunter W Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Tuesday, February 24, 2015 Menu: BBQ pork sandwich and baked beans   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        The girls play Kimball/White Lake in District Tournament Play in Kimball at 7:00 tonight. 2.        Tripp/Delmont is running a fan bus to Kimball tonight.  It will only cost $1 to ride.  It will be coming through at 5:20.  They would like to pay in advance so sign up in either office and pay Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer.   3.        Prom has been moved back 1 week beginning next year.  Scheduled prom date for 2016 is Friday, April 29th.  Sophomores, make sure you make not of that and inform your parents as well as they schedule anything for the after prom party.   4.        There is less than two weeks left in this quarter.  Several of you are on the deficiency list and need to work to bring your grades up ASAP.   5.        The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  The idea is to get as many students and staff as possible to donate.  We have been told that we are once again in the running for a scholarship for one of our senior members and so it would be helpful if you would donate.  It also is just a good thing to do.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim. ***Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   6.        Instrumental contest on Wednesday.  Students will return between 2:00 and 2:30.  There will be no vocal or band on Wednesday.  Students gone are:  Seniors:  Krista, Hannah, Courtney                                   Juniors:  Kasey, Kera, Janaya Sophomores:  Becca, Delaney, Justine                             Freshman:  Daniel   7.        Mr. Preheim will meet with all seniors not in the instrumental contest during one of the SRB’s on Wednesday.   8.        The boys travel to Colome on Thursday night. 9.        Jr. High boys basketball vs. Wagner in Armour at 4:00 today.   10.     The seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   11.     Mr. Schneider will be here today.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   12.     The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.  The rest of you should NOT be taking privileges.   13.     Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   14.     The Wagner Community Youth Group is inviting area youth groups to watch the showing of “The Song” Wed., Feb. 25, at the Wagner Theater at 7 p.m. The movie is free. Because it is rated PG-13 and addresses some serious issues, they are recommending ages 7th grade and older students only. It is a modern story-line based on the Song of Solomon.   Tardy:  Tanner Absent:  Ryan Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Monday, February 23, 2015   Menu:  breakfast pizza / tri-taters   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.      It came out in the paper that we are having parent/teacher conferences and no school for the students on Feb. 24th.  We are not sure where that came from but it wasn’t from the school and it is not the case.  Tuesday, February 24th, is a regular full day of school.   2.      Mr. Preheim will meet with the juniors regarding ACT and tech school entrance testing during 5th period on Monday.  Juniors, you will need to work on your online science courses outside of class to make up for the missed time.   3.      There is less than two weeks left in this quarter.  Several of you are on the deficiency list and need to work to bring your grades up ASAP.   4.      The student council is sponsoring a blood drive on March 5th.  Anyone 16 and older can donate.  The idea is to get as many students and staff as possible to donate.  We have been told that we are once again in the running for a scholarship for one of our senior members and so it would be helpful if you would donate.  It also is just a good thing to do.  Contact Courtney Krsnak or any other student council member or Mr. Preheim.   Student council members make sure and get your contacts made.   5.      Instrumental contest on Wednesday.  Students will return between 2:00 and 2:30.  There will be no vocal or band on Wednesday.  Students gone are:    6.      The girls play Kimball/White Lake in District Tournament Play in Kimball at 7:00 on Tuesday night.   7.      The boys travel to Colome on Thursday night.   8.      Jr. High boys basketball vs. Wagner in Armour at 4:00 today.   9.      Congratulations to last weeks Subway “Effort Award” winners:  Erica Koster, Justine Hartmann, Carly Sparks, and Courtney Krsnak.   10.  Mr. Schneider will be here Tuesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   11.  The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.   12.  Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.      Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Friday, February 20, 2015   Menu:   cheesy potatoes and dinner rolls Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       A big THANK YOU to all who helped make the grade school tourney run smoothly on Sat.  From parent to student workers to referees, all did a great job. We could not do it without you.     3.       The boys play Ethan in Tripp on Friday.  Jr. High at 5:15, JV at 6:30 and varsity to follow.   4.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.     6.       There are many of you who received a “D+” or lower or an Incomplete on your progress report which places you on the deficiency list.  The end of this quarter is only 14 school days away so you need to work now to bring those up in that short time.   7.       The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.   8.       Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty   Thursday, February 19, 2015   Menu: chicken wrap/rice/stir fried vegetables   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       A big THANK YOU to all who helped make the grade school tourney run smoothly on Sat.  From parent to student workers to referees, all did a great job. We could not do it without you.    2.       The girls play Scotland in Tripp tonight.  JV game at 6:30 followed by varsity.  It is parent night.   3.       The boys play Ethan in Tripp on Friday.  Jr. High at 5:15, JV at 6:30 and varsity to follow.   4.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   5.       Mr. Preheim will be gone from 10:15 until 3:00 or so today.    6.       There are many of you who received a “D+” or lower or an Incomplete on your progress report which places you on the deficiency list.  The end of this quarter is only 14 school days away so you need to work now to bring those up in that short time.   7.       The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.   8.       Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   Tardy:   Absent:  Ryan, Julia, Shalee, Tristan, Maci Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty.   Wednesday, February 18, 2015   Menu: fish sticks and smiley fries   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Seniors and Mr. Mudder are gone to Pierre today.   2.       Juniors interested in taking the ACT will be going with Mr. Preheim to the ACT4U presentation in Andes on Wednesday.  It is being presented by the USD admissions department.  Dismissed for lunch at 12:10.  We will leave in the van at 12:25 and we should be back around 3:30.   3.       World History students should go to Mr. Holbeck’s room on Wednesday.  Afternoon SRB and 6th period study hall will be in Mr. Weber’s room on Wednesday.   4.        Mr. Schneider is in Armour today.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   5.       The girls play Scotland in Tripp on Thursday.  It is parent's night.   6.       The boys play Ethan in Tripp on Friday.  Jr. High at 5:15, JV at 6:30 and varsity to follow.   7.       There are many of you who received a “D+” or lower or an Incomplete on your progress report which places you on the deficiency list.  The end of this quarter is only 14 school days away so you need to work now to bring those up in that short time.   8.       The following have senior privileges:  Krista, Riley, Alicia, Courtney, Amanda, Brenden.   9.       Seniors need to get senior pictures to advanced computer class by February 27th.   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty. Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty.   Tuesday, February 17, 2015   Menu:  pork chop patties/mashed potatoes and gravy   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.      Seniors and Mr. Mudder go to Pierre on Wednesday.   2.      Juniors interested in taking the ACT will be going with Mr. Preheim to the ACT4U presentation in Andes on Wednesday.  It is being presented by the USD admissions department.  Dismissed for lunch at 12:10.  We will leave in the van at 12:25 and we should be back around 3:30.   3.      World History go to Mr. Holbeck’s room on Wednesday.  Afternoon SRB and 6th period study hall will be in Mr. Weber’s room on Wednesday.   4.      Basketball doubleheader in Corsica tonight.  JV Girls at 4:00, JV Boys at 5:15, varsity girls at 6:30 and boys varsity to follow.   JV basketball participants are dismissed at 3:10.   5.       Mr. Schneider will be in Armour on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Sprins on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Hunter S   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.      Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty. Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty.   Wednesday, February 11, 2015 Menu:    corn dogs and baked beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Congratulations to Brenden VanDerWerff on being selected as a National Merit Scholar Finalist.  This is a very high achievement and we are very proud of him. 2.        Congratulations to the kindergarten class as they recently won an online contest sponsored by Falcon Guides.  As a result, the authors of several nature books and the editor of Birds and Blooms magazine will be coming from Madison, Wisconsin and presenting a program for K-4 students on Tuesday morning as well as presenting the kindergarteners their award and $1000 worth of books. The Daily Republic will be out creating a story on the kindergarten class this afternoon and the article should be in the paper tomorrow as well as online.   3.        Science Fair today.  Teachers, they need to set up the multi as soon as possible following lunch.  If you have accomplished all you need to in your third period class, you may let the students go to eat at 12:20 so that they can get an early start. Your call.   4.        No vocal today.  5.        The choir will leave at 8:30 on Thursday.  They will perform and the SDSU Performing Arts Center at 1:00.   6.        The following are gone today for vocal contest.                 12th Brenden, Gunnar, Jordan K, Krista, Hannah, Tanner                 11th Shalee, Hunter W                 10th Delaney                 9th   Gracie   7.        Mrs. Schneider is in Springs today.   8.        Doubleheader in Armour vs. Avon on Friday.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity at 8:00. 9.        Friday night is boys parent recognition night.  Parents will be recognized immediately following the girls game. 10.     10th & 12th have concessions on Friday.  1st shift:  Jordan M, Justine, Jessica, Hunter H.  2nd shift:  Cooper, Joe, Brenden and Alicia. 11.     Maci Harrington’s K-4 cheerleaders from her camp will be performing at halftime of the boys game.  Maci would like to have a quick warm-up in the band room to practice right after the players and parents have been recognized (approximately 7:20-7:30). 12.     Grade tournament in Armour on Saturday.  7th & 8th grade at 8:309 a.m.  5th & 6th at 12:30. Mr. Glanzer is looking for students to assist during the Grade Boys BB tournament to be held on Saturday. There are games from 8:30 until 4:30 and jobs available from concessions to gate to scoreboard/clock timers. If you are interested and able to help, Sign up in Mr. Preheims office please. Put times that will work for you.  You will admitted free if you help out. Anyone not helping will be charged admission.  $4 for Adults     $2 for Students   13.     No school on Thursday, Friday or Monday for students.    14.     Please bring your pop tabs and deposit them in the elementary school container.  The Armour school is entered in a pop tab contest for the Ronald McDonald House.  We are hoping to deliver them sometime in March.   Happy birthday to Becca who will celebrate tomorrow.   Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty. 2.        Mrs. Ziegler & Mrs. Feenstra have concessions on Friday. Mrs. Koster, Mrs. Feenstra, Mrs. King & Miss Robisch have gate.  Tuesday, 10 February 2015 Menu:    lasagna roll-ups   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       No vocal on Wednesday this week.    2.       The choir will leave at 8:30 on Thursday.  They will perform and the SDSU Performing Arts Center at 1:00.   3.       Novels today—working lunch.   4.       EVERYONE wanting to participate in the all school play will meet today during first SRB. Location TBA.   5.       The following will be gone on Wednesday for vocal contest.                 12th Brenden, Gunnar, Jordan K, Krista, Hannah, Tanner                 11th Shalee, Hunter W                 10th Delaney                 9th   Gracie   6.       Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Wednesday.   7.       Doubleheader in Armour vs. Wagner on Tuesday.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity at 8:00.   8.       9th & 11th grade have concessions on Tuesday.  1st shift: Parker, Issabelle, Keegan, David.  2nd shift:   Devin, Taylor, Kera and Janaya.   9.       Doubleheader in Armour vs. Avon on Friday.  It is boys parent’s night.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity at 8:00.   10.    10th & 12th have concessions on Friday.  1st shift:  Jordan M, Justine, Jessica, Hunter H.  2nd shift:  Cooper, Joe, Brenden and Alicia.   11.    Grade tournament in Armour on Saturday.  7th & 8th grade at 8:309 a.m.  5th & 6th at 12:30.   Mr. Glanzer is looking for students to assist during the Grade Boys BB tournament to be held on Saturday. There are games from 8:30 until 4:30 and jobs available from concessions to gate to scoreboard/clock timers. If you are interested and able to help, Sign up in Mr. Preheims office please. Put times that will work for you.  You will be admitted free if you help out.   Anyone not helping will be charged admission.  $4 for Adults     $2 for Students   12.    No school on Thursday, Friday or Monday for students.    Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty. 2.       Mrs. Feenstra & Mrs. Bigge have concessions on Tuesday. Mrs. Sparks, Mrs. Fink, Mrs. Preheim & Mrs. Koster have gate. Mrs. Ziegler & Mrs. Feenstra have concessions on Friday. Mrs. Koster, Mrs. Feenstra, Mrs. King & Miss Robisch have gate.    Monday, February 09, 2015 Menu:    country fried steak/mashed potatoes and gravy   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Congratulations to the girls on their victories over the weekend and the boys on their victory over Andes on Saturday.   2.       No vocal on Wednesday this week.    3.       The choir will leave at 8:30 on Thursday.  They will perform and the SDSU Performing Arts Center at 1:00.   4.       Novels Tuesday—working lunch.   5.       EVERYONE wanting to participate in the all school play will meet Tuesday during first SRB. Location TBA.   6.       The following will be gone on Wednesday for vocal contest.                 12th Brenden, Gunnar, Jordan K, Krista, Hannah, Tanner                 11th Shalee, Hunter W                 10th Delaney                 9th   Gracie   7.       Congratulations to last week’s Effort Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your gift certificates:  Paige Neugebauer, Joe Majerus, Keegan Porter-Fredrickson and Jessica Hughes.   8.       Mr. Schneider is here today.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Wednesday.   9.       Doubleheader in Armour vs. Wagner on Tuesday.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity at 8:00.   10.    9th & 11th grade have concessions on Tuesday.  1st shift: Parker, Issabelle, Keegan, David.  2nd shift:   DevinTaylor, Kera and Janaya.   11.    Doubleheader in Armour vs. Avon on Friday.  It is boys parent’s night.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity at 8:00.   12.    10th & 12th have concessions on Friday.  1st shift:  Jordan M, Justine, Jessica, Hunter H.  2nd shift:  Cooper, Joe, Brenden and Alicia.   13.    Our choir is performing in Brookings on Thursday.   14.    No school on Thursday, Friday or Monday for students.    15.    The Labels for Educations program (Campbell Soup) is ending at the end of this school year so please get your labels to Chareen or your child's home room teacher.   Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:   Absent:  Issabelle, Gracie  Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty. 2.       Mrs. Feenstra & Mrs. Bigge have concessions on Tuesday. Mrs. Sparks, Mrs. Fink, Mrs. Preheim & Mrs. Koster have gate. 3.       Mrs. Ziegler & Mrs. Feenstra have concessions on Friday. Mrs. Koster, Mrs. Feenstra, Mrs. King & Miss Robisch have gate. Friday, February 06, 2015   Menu: chicken nuggets/ mashed potatoes w/ gravy   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (and mixed octet this week)   1.       Short volleyball meeting with Mrs. Ziegler at the start of morning SRB on Friday to turn in uniforms.  All volleyball players bring your uniforms and equipment Friday.   2.       There will be no PE on Friday.   3.       Basketball double header versus Marty in Tripp on Friday.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity to follow.   The bus for JV players, cheerleaders, stats, etc. will leave for Tripp at 2:45.  The varsity van will leave at 5:00.  Mr. Mudder will take the van with grade boys at 2:00 and come back after the grade game.   4.       The make-up date for the Andes Central double header is Saturday:  Girls JV at 1:00,  Short Boys JV (2 7-minute quarters) at 2:30, Girls Varsity at approximately 3:15 and Boys Varsity at approximately 4:45 or 5:00.   Note the fact that the boys JV is a short game due to the small numbers of Andes JV boy players.  This makes the varsity game times hard to predict so please inform your parents.   JV bus will come from Tripp and leave Armour at 11:45.  The Tripp varsity bus will pick up and leave Armour at 2:30.   5.       The following will be gone on Wednesday for vocal contest. 12th Brenden, Gunnar, Jordan K, Krista, Hannah, Tanner 11th Shalee, Hunter W 10th Delaney 9th   Gracie   6.       The Labels for Educations program ( Campbell Soup) is ending at the end of this school year so please get your labels to Chareen or your child's home room teacher.   Happy birthday to Gracie Wold who celebrates tomorrow.   Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty. Thursday, February 05, 2015   Menu: chicken strips/ baked beans  Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (and mixed octet this week)   1.       Short volleyball meeting with Mrs. Ziegler at the start of morning SRB on Friday to turn in uniforms.  All volleyball players bring your uniforms and equipment Friday.   2.       There will be no PE on Friday.   3.       Basketball double header versus Marty in Tripp on Friday.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity to follow.   The bus for JV players, cheerleaders, stats, etc. will leave for Tripp at 2:45.  The varsity van will leave at 5:00.  Mr. Mudder will take the van with grade boys at 2:00 and come back after the grade game.   4.       The make-up date for the Andes Central double header is Saturday:  Girls JV at 1:00,  Short Boys JV (2 7-minute quarters) at 2:30, Girls Varsity at approximately 3:15 and Boys Varsity at approximately 4:45 or 5:00.   Note the fact that the boys JV is a short game due to the small numbers of Andes JV boy players.  This makes the varsity game times hard to predict so please inform your parents.   JV bus will come from Tripp and leave Armour at 11:45.  The Tripp varsity bus will pick up and leave Armour at 2:30.   5.       The following will be gone on Wednesday for vocal contest. 12th Brenden, Gunnar, Jordan K, Krista, Hannah, Tanner 11th Shalee, Hunter W 10th Delaney 9th   Gracie   6.       The Labels for Educations program ( Campbell Soup) is ending at the end of this school year so please get your labels to Chareen or your child's home room teacher.   Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty. Wednesday, February 04, 2015 Menu:    super nachos and salad bar   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (and mixed octet this week)   1.        Vocal Thursday will be women’s AND mixed octet.   2.        Hearing screening for grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7 &11 today starting between 12:30 and 1:00.  We will get you or announce your class when ready for you.   3.        Short volleyball meeting with Mrs. Ziegler at the start of morning SRB on Friday to turn in uniforms.  All volleyball players bring your uniforms and equipment Friday.   4.        There will be no PE on Friday.   5.        Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   6.        Basketball double header versus Marty in Tripp on Friday.  Girls JV at 4:00, boys JV at 5:15, girls varsity at 6:30 and boys varsity to follow.   7.        The make-up date for the Andes Central double header is Saturday.   Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:  Tanner, David, Kasey, Kera, Hunter S Absent:  Haley, Ryan, Hunter H, Riley, Irica, Skyler Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty.   Tuesday, February 03, 2015 Menu:    hamburgers and smiley fries   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (and mixed octet this week)   1.       Vocal today and Thursday will be women’s AND mixed octet this week.   2.       Juniors taking Anatomy and Physiology test today can start during afternoon SRB.  Go to Mrs. Schneider’s room.  Those of you in A&P and in women’s or mixed should go to vocal.  Mrs. Wilson will work with you first and let you go early so you can start your test.   3.       Hearing screening for grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7 &11 on Wednesday starting at 12:30 or 1:00.   4.       Girls basketball in Armour vs. Ethan tonight.   5.       10th & 12th grade have concessions tonight.  1st shift: Delaney, Justine, Courtney, Hannah.  2nd: Tucker, Ali, Alicia, Clayton.   6.       Short volleyball meeting with Mrs. Ziegler at the start of morning SRB on Friday to turn in uniforms.  All volleyball players bring your uniforms and equipment Friday.   7.       There will be no PE on Friday.   8.       Mr. Schneider will be here Tuesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   9.       This year's non-partisan Teen Mock Legislature is coming up March 27-28 at the State Capitol.  It will be an opportunity for teenagers to draft and debate bills on the floor of the House of Representatives and to discuss issues with our state's political leaders.  We expect Governor Dennis Daugaard to again participate in our event this year. For the fifth consecutive year a generous donor has made it possible for us to waive the registration fee for up to four students from each school district.  Could you please pass the attached information along to teachers and students that might be interested in this opportunity?  The Teen Mock Legislature is open to all middle school and high school students. Additional information can be found at this website (www.sdtars.com) Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:   Absent:  Keegan, Janaya, Ryan, Riley, Tristan, Delaney Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty. 2.       Mrs. Laib has concessions tonight.  Mrs. Siegfried and Mrs. King have gate. Monday, February 2, 2015   Menu:    pizza and green beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        We are having an issue in the lunchroom as we are losing silverware.  Not sure who, but some must be dumping their plates with the silverware still on it.  It is the only explanation.  Make sure you remove your silverware.   2.        Congratulations to Citizen of the Month Riley Harrington and Student of the Month Brenden VanDerWerff.   3.        Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in and pick up your Subway certificates:  Taylor, Ali, Shalee and Amanda.   4.        Hearing screening for grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7 &11 on Wednesday starting at 12:30 or 1:00.   5.        Girls basketball in Armour vs. Ethan on Tuesday.   6.        10th & 12th grade have concessions on Tuesday.  1st shift: Delaney, Justine, Courtney, Hannah.  2nd: Tucker, Ali, Alicia, Clayton.   7.        Mr. Schneider will be here Tuesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday.   8.        This year's non-partisan Teen Mock Legislature is coming up March 27-28 at the State Capitol.  It will be an opportunity for teenagers to draft and debate bills on the floor of the House of Representatives and to discuss issues with our state's political leaders.  We expect Governor Dennis Daugaard to again participate in our event this year. For the fifth consecutive year a generous donor has made it possible for us to waive the registration fee for up to four students from each school district.  Could you please pass the attached information along to teachers and students that might be interested in this opportunity?  The Teen Mock Legislature is open to all middle school and high school students. Additional information can be found at this website (www.sdtars.com) Flag Duty:  Ty   Tardy:  Kasey, Clayton Absent:  David, Ryan Teachers: Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty Friday, January 30, 2015 Menu: chicken nuggets and mashed potatoes   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       We are having an issue in the lunchroom as we are losing silverware.  Not sure who, but some must be dumping their plates with the silverware still on it.  It is the only explanation.  Make sure you remove your silverware.   2.       Any sophomores or older students interested in attending the Culinary Camp at MTI on March 10th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   3.       Any sophomores or juniors interested in the Rural Electric Youth Tour to Washington DC should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   4.       Hearing screening for grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7 &11 on Wednesday starting at 12:30 or 1:00.   5.       The schedule for tonight’s game in Bonesteel:  Boys JV at 4:00, girls JV at 5:15, boys varsity at 6:30 and girls varsity to follow.  The JV bus will leave Armour at 2:30.  Students dismissed at 2:20.  Varsity bus will leave at 4:45.   6.       Make-up doubleheader in Andes on Saturday.  Note the unusual schedule of games.  JV girls in main gym at 5:15.  Boys JV in auxiliary gym at 6:30 AND girls varsity in main gym ALSO at 6:30. The varsity boys will be 20 minutes after girls varsity.   ***NOTE ANOTHER CHANGE:  Due to injuries and other reasons, Andes boys JV team is very short handed.  Therefore, the JV game will only be two 8-minute periods.  It will still start at 6:30, the same time as the girls varsity, but it will be a shorter game than usual.  Please inform your parents as well.   A bus will leave Tripp with ALL personnel on it at 3:45:  boys, girls, stats, video, everyone. It will come to Armour and pick up some Armour participants and the rest will ride in the Armour van with Mr. Holbeck. Both vehicles will leave Armour at 4:15.  Coaches will arrange the trip home. If enough participants go home with parents, the Tripp bus MAY be able to go directly from Andes to Tripp without dropping kids in Armour but that will depend on the number we need to get from Andes to Armour.   7.       Girls basketball in Armour vs. Ethan on Tuesday.   8.       10th & 12th grade have concessions on Tuesday.  1st shift: Delaney, Justine, Courtney, Hannah.  2nd: Tucker, Ali, Alicia, Clayton.   9.       Parent nights have been set.  The boys will have Parent Recognition Night prior to the Avon boys game on February 13th which is the last game of a double header in Armour.  The girls will have Parent Recognition Night on February 18th in Tripp when they play Scotland.  We feel it is important to have one in each location and there are no single boys basketball nights remaining in Armour.   Flag Duty:  Issabelle   Tardy:   Absent:    Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Thursday, January 29, 2015 Menu: chicken wrap and rice   Band:  Full - Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Any sophomores or older students interested in attending the Culinary Camp at MTI on March 10th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   2.       The schedule for Friday’s game in Bonesteel:  Boys JV at 4:00, girls JV at 5:15, boys varsity at 6:30 and girls varsity to follow.  The JV bus will leave Armour at 2:30.  Students dismissed at 2:20.  Varsity bus will leave at 4:45.   3.       Make-up doubleheader in Andes on Saturday.  Note the unusual schedule of games.  JV girls in main gym at 5:15.  Boys JV in auxiliary gym at 6:30 AND girls varsity in main gym ALSO at 6:30. The varsity boys will be 20 minutes after girls varsity.   A bus will leave Tripp with ALL personnel on it at 3:45:  boys, girls, stats, video, everyone. It will come to Armour and pick up some Armour participants and the rest will ride in the Armour van with Mr. Holbeck. Both vehicles will leave Armour at 4:15.  Coaches will arrange the trip home. If enough participants go home with parents, the Tripp bus MAY be able to go directly from Andes to Tripp without dropping kids in Armour but that will depend on the number we need to get from Andes to Armour.   4.       Girls basketball in Armour vs. Ethan on Tuesday.   5.       10th & 12th grade have concessions on Tuesday.  1st shift: Delaney, Justine, Courtney, Hannah.  2nd: Tucker, Ali, Alicia, Clayton.   6.       Parent nights have been set.  The boys will have Parent Recognition Night prior to the Avon boys game on February 13th which is the last game of a double header in Armour.  The girls will have Parent Recognition Night on February 18th in Tripp when they play Scotland.  We feel it is important to have one in each location and there are no single boys basketball nights remaining in Armour.   7.       Hearing screening for grades K, 1, 2, 3, 7 &11 on Wednesday starting at 12:30 or 1:00.   Flag Duty:  Issabelle   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Wednesday, January 28, 2015 Menu:    taco soup and tortilla chips   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Congratulations to the girls on their victory over Gregory last night.   2.       We will have a senior project checkpoint  today.  It will take place during Wednesday morning SRB for most and Thursday morning SRB for a few.  The schedule is on the bottom of these announcements. Freshmen go to the VTEL room for SRB on this morning.  Sophomores and juniors go to the extra SH. 3.       There will be no band today.  8th grade health today.   4.       The schedule for Friday’s game in Bonesteel:  Boys JV at 4:00, girls JV at 5:15, boys varsity at 6:30 and girls varsity to follow.  The JV bus will leave Armour at 2:30.  Students dismissed at 2:20.  Varsity bus will leave at 4:45.   5.       Make-up doubleheader in Andes on Saturday.  Note the unusual schedule of games.  JV girls in main gym at 5:15.  Boys JV in auxiliary gym at 6:30 AND girls varsity in main gym ALSO at 6:30. The varsity boys will be 20 minutes after girls varsity.   Flag Duty:  Issabelle   Tardy:   Absent:  Hunter W Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. 2.           Senior Project Checkpoint #2 Wednesday Morning SRB Wednesday Morning SRB Wednesday Morning SRB Thursday Morning SRB Library??? Holbeck's Room Weber's Room Schneider's Room A B C D Barker Holbeck Weber M Schneider Bitterman Wilson Gerber Mudder Ziegler Feenstra Harnisch           Brenden VanDerWerff Mariah Plecity Alicia Huebner Amanda Spaans Riley Harrington Krista Fuoss Courtney Krsnak *Hannah Wold Gunnar Dally Tanner Carda Tristan Gau *Hunter Harrington Maci Harrington Clayton Lau Skyler Sweisberger *Jessica Hughes     Jordan Keller   *Will be late for band   Monday, January 26, 2015   Menu:    chili dog and corn chips   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.        Mr. Glanzer got a phone call this morning from the Platte-Geddes music people congratulating the Armour Concert Choir, Girls Chorus, and Mrs Wilson on their performance Friday. They said it was "outstanding". Good job all!!   2.        Mr. & Mrs. Schneider are in Springs today.   3.        Honor Roll will be posted today.  We will take honor roll pictures tomorrow morning right after 1st period.   4.        Jessica Bivens will be coming to talk to juniors and seniors about financial aid and post-high school planning on Tuesday afternoon.  She will also present to seniors and senior parents at 6:00 Tuesday evening. Seniors will be excused at 12:00 for lunch on Tuesday.  The seniors will then meet with Jessica from 12:30 to 1:45.  She will meet with the juniors from 1:45 to 2:45. 5.        The girls host Gregory tomorrow night.  JV game starts at 6:30.   6.        9th & 11th grade have concessions Tuesday night.  1st shift:  Trevor, Jamin, Kasey, Shalee.  2nd shift:  Riley Hrdlicka, Hunter S, Hunter W, Mason.   7.        We will have a senior project checkpoint  this week.  It will take place during Wednesday morning SRB for most and Thursday morning SRB for a few.    8.        Congratulations  to last week’s Subway “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your gift certificate:  Haley, November, Ryan, and Gunnar.   9.        There will be no band on Wednesday.  8th grade health will be Wednesday instead of Tuesday.   10.     There is a metal bin for cardboard outside the back door by the girls restroom.  Please stop putting cardboard by the bulletin board and put it in the metal bin.  Thank you.   11.     Juniors and seniors see the bulletin board for college visitation days.  SDSU has a junior day scheduled for January 31st. Flag Duty:  Issabelle   Tardy:  Cooper Absent:  Riley  Hrdlicka, Ryan, Jacob, Issabelle   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Weber has concessions on Tuesday.  Mrs. Ziegler and Mrs. Preheim have gate. Friday, January 23, 2015 Menu:    pancakes, sausage links, tri taters   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.        The concert choir members will be leaving school at 3:00 today and are dismissed after 5th period.   2.        Mr. Preheim and Mr. Holbeck will be gone most if not all of the day today.  Tami Holbeck will be subbing in the math room.   3.        Doubleheader in Tripp on Saturday against Gayville-Volin.  Girsl JV @ 4:00, Boys JV @ 5:00, and varsity girls and boys to follow.   Mr. Hornstra will take all JV players, stats, JV cheerleaders, etc. on a bus to Trip leaving Armour at 2:45 Mr. Holbeck will take the van with all varsity players and cheerleaders.  The van will leave at 5:15.   4.        Jessica Bivens will be coming to talk to juniors and seniors about financial aid and post-high school planning on Tuesday afternoon.  She will also present to seniors and senior parents at 6:00 Tuesday evening. Seniors will be excused at 12:00 for lunch on Tuesday.  The seniors will then meet with Jessica from 12:30 to 1:45.  She will meet with the juniors from 1:45 to 2:45. 5.         We will have a senior project checkpoint  next week.  It will take place during Wednesday morning SRB for most and Thursday morning SRB for a few.    6.        There will be no band on Wednesday.  8th grade health will be Wednesday instead of Tuesday.   7.        There is a metal bin for cardboard outside the back door by the girls restroom.  Please stop putting cardboard by the bulletin board and put it in the metal bin.  Thank you.   8.        Juniors and seniors see the bulletin board for college visitation days.  SDSU has a junior day scheduled for January 31st.   Happy birthday to Paige Neugebauer who will celebrate tomorrow.   Flag Duty:  Paige   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Thursday, January 22, 2015   Menu:    chili & cinnamon rolls   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   ***No vocal music on Thursday (due to the one-act) 1.       Mr. Weber has morning SRB.  Mr. Mudder has 11th & 12th grade SRB in the afternoon.  9th & 10th grade go to Mr. Holbeck’s room.   2.       Mrs. Schneider is gone with the One-Act Play cast today.  Mrs. Ziegler will be covering her classes. 9th:         Issabelle, Gracie, Sydney, Parker 10th:      Becca, Justine, Julia 11th:      Carly, Jack, Hunter, Kera, Kasey 12th:      Alicia, Brenden, Clayton, Courtney, Hannah, Riley, Krista, Jessica, Jordan   3.       The One-Act Play cast will put on an afternoon performance for the school at 1:00 on Thursday next  week.   4.       Doubleheader at Mitchell Christian tonight:  JV girls @ 4:00, JV boys @ 5:15, varsity girls @ 6:30 followed by varsity boys. Mr. Weber will take a bus with all JV players from Armour as well as ALL CHEERLEADERS and STATS people.  That bus will leave at 2:30.  The van will leave at 4:45 with varsity boy and girl basketball players. We will have one-act play members in Mitchell already and will make arrangements accordingly. 5.       The concert choir members will be leaving school early (approximately 3:00) on Friday.   6.       Doubleheader in Tripp on Saturday against Gayville-Volin.  Girsl JV @ 4:00, Boys JV @ 5:00, and varsity girls and boys to follow.   Mr. Hornstra will take all JV players, stats, JV cheerleaders, etc. on a bus to Trip leaving Armour at 2:45 Mr. Holbeck will take the van with all varsity players and cheerleaders.  The van will leave at 5:15.   7.       Jessica Bivens will be coming to talk to juniors and seniors about financial aid and post-high school planning on Tuesday afternoon.  She will also present to seniors and senior parents at 6:00 Tuesday evening. Seniors will be excused at 12:00 for lunch on Tuesday.  The seniors will then meet with Jessica from 12:30 to 1:45.  She will meet with the juniors from 1:45 to 2:45. 8.        We will have a senior  project checkpoint  next week.   9.       There is a metal bin for cardboard outside the back door by the girls restroom.  Please stop putting cardboard by the bulletin board and put it in the metal bin.  Thank you.   10.    Juniors and seniors see the bulletin board for college visitation days.  SDSU has a junior day scheduled for January 31st.   Happy birthday to Cooper Strand.   Flag Duty:  Paige   Tardy:  Ryan, Tanner Absent:  Skyler   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Menu:    BBQ Pork Riblets/Baked Beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   ***No vocal music on Thursday (due to the one-act) 1.        Mr. Barker has morning SRB.  Mr. Mudder has afternoon SRB.   2.        All seniors should come to Mr. Mudder’s room by 9:25 today.  Mr. Preheim will go over some financial aid information with you.   3.        One-Act Play will compete in Mitchell on Thursday.  Mrs. Schneider will be gone on Thursday.  Bus will leave at 7:10 on Thursday... get your assignments from the teachers in advance. 9th:         Issabelle, Gracie, Sydney, Parker 10th:       Becca, Justine, Julia 11th:       Carly, Jack, Hunter, Kera, Kasey 12th:       Alicia, Brenden, Clayton, Courtney, Hannah, Riley, Krista, Jessica, Jordan   4.        The Mitchell Christian game that was postponed has been moved to Thursday, January 22nd and will now be a doubleheader:  JV girls @ 4:00, JV boys @ 5:15, varsity girls @ 6:30 followed by varsity boys. Mr. Weber will take a bus with all JV players from Armour as well as ALL CHEERLEADERS and STATS people.  That bus will leave at 2:30.  The van will leave at 4:45 with varsity boy and girl basketball players. We will have one-act play members in Mitchell already and will make arrangements accordingly. 5.        The concert choir members will be leaving school early (approximately 3:00) on Friday.   6.        Juniors and seniors see the bulletin board for college visitation days.  SDSU has a junior day scheduled for January 31st.   Flag Duty:  Paige   Tardy: Absent:  Maren, Tanner, Carly, Ryan, Keegan Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.     Tuesday, January 20, 2015 Menu:    Teriyaki Chicken/Rice/Veggies Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   ***Vocal and band period will be switched around today 1.       Great job to the mixed choir on their concert last night.  It was very good.   2.       Mr. Barker is not in today.  Mr. Weatherford will be subbing for him.  His classes will all be in the shop.   3.       We are making a minor adjustment to afternoon SRB’s which may make it less confusing for everybody.   On M, W & F all students not in mixed choir should go to Mr. Mudder’s room for SRB. On Tuesdays and Thursdays all juniors and seniors go to Mr. Mudder’s room. On Tuesdays and Thursdays all freshmen and sophomores go to Mr. Holbeck’s room.   The afternoon SRB schedule will no longer change on “A” or “B” days.  Another way to understand it is:  Juniors and seniors not in choir go to Mr. Mudder’s room for SRB every afternoon.                 Freshmen and sophomores not in choir go to Mr. Mudder’s room on M, W & F and Mr. Holbeck’s on T & Th.                                 (Freshmen have P.E. on Tuesday and Friday)   Seniors not in band or choir, remember that you can only use privileges for one SRB per day.   Morning SRB has not changed.  Mr. Barker has it on “A” days and Mr. Weber on “B” days.   4.       Congratulations to last week’s “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway certificate:  Parker Dally, Jordan Mulder, Dexter Jelsma, Krista Fuoss. 5.       Mrs. Schneider is gone today.  Mr. Schneider will be here on Thursday. 6.       One-Act Play will compete in Mitchell on Thursday.  Bus will leave at 7:10 on Thursday... get your assignments from the teachers in advance. 9th:         Issabelle, Gracie, Sydney, Parker 10th:      Becca, Justine, Julia 11th:      Carly, Jack, Hunter, Kera, Kasey 12th:      Alicia, Brenden, Clayton, Courtney, Hannah, Riley, Krista, Jessica, Jordan   7.       The boys play Bon Homme in Tyndall tonight.  7th & 8th grade at 4:00, “C” team at 5:00; JV @ 6:15 and varsity to follow.  7th & 8th games will be in auxiliary gym.  Note the earlier start time of 6:15 for JV. The junior high and “C” team  will be dismissed at 2:30 and leave early in the van with Mr. Mudder.  HS boys, cheerleaders, stats, etc. for both JV and varsity will leave Armour at 4:45.  8.       The Mitchell Christian game that was postponed has been moved to Thursday, January 22nd and will now be a doubleheader:  JV girls @ 4:00, JV boys @ 5:15, varsity girls @ 6:30 followed by varsity boys. This will mean an early dismissal for the junior varsity.  It also is the same day as the one-act play which is also in Mitchell so some arrangements will have to be made 9.       The make-up date for the doubleheader with Andes has been set for January 31st.  Note the schedule as it is different:  5:15 - JV girls in main gym; 6:30 – JV boys in auxiliary gym and VARSITY girls in main gym; varsity boys 20 minutes after conclusion of varsity girls. ***Note that the JV boys and varsity girls play at the same time.   10.    Mariah Plecity is running a co-ed volleyball tournament as part of her senior venture.  There are two divisions; high school and post-high school.  Each team must have at least 1 boy and 1 girl.  For more information see Mariah or posters on the bulletin board.  Registration deadline is March 27th. Happy birthday to Ali Barlow who celebrated yesterday. Flag Duty:  Paige Tardy: Delaney Absent:  Delaney, Maci Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Preheim has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       Coffee drinkers, we need coffee.   Thursday, January 15, 2015   Menu: Chicken Fried Steak and Mashed Potatoes   Band:  Full - Band every day (no band on Wednesday this week) Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (full choir Thursday as well) 1.       Full choir for the remainder of this week, including today.  There is a guest conductor coming again on Friday but we are not lengthening the vocal period.  We will dismiss at 12:25 for lunch on Friday just to ensure that the choir is in the music room and ready to go before 1:00.   2.       Our choir will be putting on a concert at 7:00 Monday night at the Catholic Church.  This concert is open to the public.   3.       Get your incompletes made up.  Honor roll will be calculated today.   4.       Double Header at Platte on Friday.   Girls and boys C games at 4:00, JV girls and JV boys at 5:15 , varsity girls at 6:30 and varsity boys to follow.    Bus schedule to Platte:  JV bus leaves Armour at 2:45 with all JV players, JV cheerleaders, stats, coaches, etc. The varsity bus with players, cheerleaders, coaches, etc. will leave Armour at 5:00.   5.       Any 7-12 grade girl that plans on going out for High School Track this year needs to see Mr. Weber this week.  The girls track team are getting new uniforms this year and he needs to get sizes from everyone. Thanks   6.       No school for students on Monday, January 19th for school in-service.   7.       Mr. Preheim will be in a phone conference from 8:50 to 9:15 this morning and should not be disturbed at that time.  He also will be leaving around 10:40 for a meeting and will be gone for most of the rest of the day.   8.       Anyone interested in attending Transportation Camp on February 4th at Lake Area Tech should see Mr. Preheim for more info.  You can explore thousands of opportunities in the Transportation industry. Hands-on activities in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Automotive Technology, Custom Paint & Fabrication, Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Operator and High Performance Engine Machining. Open to students in grades 9 – 12.  The deadline to register for this camp is January 30th. Here is the link to register: Flag Duty:  Trevor Lau   Tardy: Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. 2.       Coffee drinkers, we need coffee. 3.       HS Teacher meeting Friday morning   Wednesday, January 14, 2015   Menu: Corn Dogs and Baked Beans   Band:  Full - Band every day (no band on Wednesday this week) Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.       There will be one-act play practice this morning during morning SRB.  There will be no band on Wednesday.   3.       Double Header at Platte on Friday.    Girls and boys C games at 4:00, JV girls and JV boys at 5:15 , varsity girls at 6:30 and varsity boys to follow.  The JV bus will leave early on Friday.   4.       Any 7-12 grade girl that plans on going out for High School Track this year needs to see Mr. Weber this week.  The girls track team are getting new uniforms this year and he needs to get sizes from everyone. Thanks   5.       No school for students on Monday, January 19th for school in-service.   6.       Mr. Preheim emailed all juniors and seniors information on applying for summer jobs at North Point Rec.  Check your email if interested.   7.       Anyone interested in attending Transportation Camp on February 4th at Lake Area Tech should see Mr. Preheim for more info.  You can explore thousands of opportunities in the Transportation industry. Hands-on activities in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Automotive Technology, Custom Paint & Fabrication, Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Operator and High Performance Engine Machining. Open to students in grades 9 – 12.  The deadline to register for this camp is January 30th. Here is the link to register:   Happy Birthday to Skyler Sweisberger.   Flag Duty:  Trevor Lau   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Tuesday, January 13, 2015   Menu: Corn Dogs and Baked Beans   Band:  Full - Band every day (no band on Wednesday this week) Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.       There will be one-act play practice this morning during morning SRB.  There will be no band on Wednesday.   2.       Double Header at DC tonight.      3.       Double Header at Platte on Friday.    Girls and boys C games at 4:00, JV girls and JV boys at 5:15 , varsity girls at 6:30 and varsity boys to follow.  The JV bus will leave early on Friday.   4.       Any 7-12 grade girl that plans on going out for High School Track this year needs to see Mr. Weber this week.  The girls track team are getting new uniforms this year and he needs to get sizes from everyone. Thanks   5.       No school for students on Monday, January 19th for school in-service.   6.       Mr. Preheim emailed all juniors and seniors information on applying for summer jobs at North Point Rec.  Check your email if interested.   7.       Anyone interested in attendingTransportation Camp on February 4th at Lake Area Tech shoud see Mr. Preheim for more info.  You can explore thousands of opportunities in the Transportation industry. Hands-on activities in Aviation Maintenance Technology, Automotive Technology, Custom Paint & Fabrication, Diesel Technology, Heavy Equipment Operator and High Performance Engine Machining. Open to students in grades 9 – 12.  The deadline to register for this camp is January 30th. Here is the link to register:   Happy Birthday to Skyler Sweisberger.   Flag Duty:  Trevor Lau   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Monday, January 12, 2015 Menu: Super Nachos & Fruit   Band:  Full - Band every day (no band on Wednesday this week) Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (full choir today and Thursday this week) 1.       Report cards will go out today.  There are several students who have incompletes.  GPA and Class Rank cannot be done until semester grades are posted but this can only be done once in mass.  Therefore, Mr. Preheim needs to wait until all or at least nearly all incompletes are made up.  The report cards issued today will NOT have updated Cumulative GPA or Class Rank.  Report cards will be reissued when information is posted to transcripts. Honor Roll will be figured in a few days due to the wait time on incompletes.  The cutoff for getting incompletes made up for honor roll has been set at Wednesday.  If there are special circumstances, come to Mr. Preheim’s office and make your plea.  Otherwise, those with incompletes will not be on honor roll. Incompletes become F’s after two weeks so January 20th is the deadline to get incompletes made up. 2.       Double Header at DC on Tuesday.    JV Girls at 4:00, JV Boys at 5:15, varsity girls at 6:30 and varsity boys to follow.   3.       Double Header at Platte on Friday.    Girls and boys C games at 4:00, JV girls and JV boys at 5:15 , varsity girls at 6:30 and varsity boys to follow.   4.       Any 7-12 grade girl that plans on going out for High School Track this year needs to see Mr. Weber this week.  The girls track team are getting new uniforms this year and he needs to get sizes from everyone. Thanks   5.       There will be one-act play practice on Wednesday during morning SRB.  There will be no band on Wednesday.   6.       No school for students on Monday, January 19th for school in-service.   Flag Duty:  Trevor Lau   Tardy:  Tristan, Ryan Absent:  Clayton, Issabelle Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Friday, January 09, 2015 Menu:    ham and potato soup/rolls   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (full choir today and Thursday this week) 1.        Band period and vocal period are switched today.  Full choir go to music during morning SRB and will take a group photo.  Those not in vocal go to Mr. Holbeck’s room.  Band go to band room at 1:00.  Those not in band go to Mr. Weber’s room.   2.        There is a guest coming on Friday afternoon to work with the choir so we will have to adjust the schedule.  We will have vocal period from 2:00 to 3:30.  We will have 5th period during morning SRB.  We will have 6th period from 1:00 to 1:55.    There will be no freshman PE on Friday.   Physics and chemistry students (and supervisors) make sure your NSU instructors know that you won’t be in class on Friday.  Make sure and watch eclips.   3.        Girls basketball vs. Mitchell Christian in Tripp tonight.  7th & 8th combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   4.        The boys play Scotland in Tripp on Friday.  7th & 8th combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   5.        The boys play Kimball/White Lake on Saturday with JV beginning at 6:30   Flag Duty:  Erika   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty.   Wednesday, January 07, 2015 Menu:    hamburgers and baked beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (full choir today and Thursday this week) 1.       No band/SRB this morning.  We will run 1st period from 10:00 to 11:15  and 3rd period from 11:15 to 12:30.   2.       Full choir today all week.   There is a guest vocal teacher coming on Friday afternoon to work with the choir so we will have to adjust the schedule.  Details to come but will probably involve moving 5th & 6th to right after dinner beginning at 1:00 and/or morning SRB.  Chemistry and Physics students in choir will have to watch eclips.   Mark will be taking a photo of the choir for the program on Thursday.   3.       Due to the weather, Mr. & Mrs. Schneider did not go to Wessington Springs today.  Mr. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   4.       SRB schedule today:  Afternoon-Mr. Mudder.   5.       Girls basketball vs. Mitchell Christian in Tripp on Thursday.  7th & 8th combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   6.       The boys play Scotland in Tripp on Friday.  7th & 8th combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   Flag Duty:  Erika   Tardy:   Absent:  Janaya, Blaze Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty.   Tuesday, January 06, 2015 Menu:    pizza   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (full choir today and Thursday this week) 1.       Full choir today as well as Thursday this week.   2.       Mr. Barker is home ill today.  His classes should go to study hall and he will email you assignments.  Study hall for 5th & 6th period is in Mr. Mudder’s room.   Mr. Barker was scheduled to have morning SRB today.  The location for that will be announced.  (Teachers:  If you can hold that SRB in your room please let me know.  We need to have someone volunteer for it.  Thanks.)   3.       Welcome to Maren Collins who joined our 9th grade class this semester.   4.       Welcome back to Mrs. Ziegler who just couldn’t stay away.  She will be facilitating for Mr. & Mrs. Schneider as well as other assignments.   5.       The SRB schedule is different than originally scheduled.   Mr. Barker will have morning SRB on “A” days.  Mr. Weber will have morning SRB on “B” days. Mr. Mudder will have afternoon SRB for everyone on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Mr. Holbeck will have afternoon SRB for freshmen and sophomores on Tuesday and Thursday “A” days. Mr. Holbeck will have afternoon SRB for juniors and seniors on Tuesday and Thursday “B” days.   6.       Doubleheader in vs. Hurley/Viborg in Hurley on Tuesday.  Both JV games at 5:00; girls varsity at 6:15; boys varsity to follow.   A bus will leave Armour at 3:00 today for Tripp and proceed to Hurley. ALL cheerleaders (both A and B) will be on it. All Stats, Video, and JV players both boys and girls will be on it.   Mr. Holbeck and Mrs Allen will take the varsity players up in the van leaving at 4:15   7.       Student council, the tree needs to be taken down and put away.   8.       Full choir on Thursday as Mark will be taking a photo for the program.   9.       There is a guest vocal teacher coming on Friday afternoon to work with the choir so we will have to adjust the schedule.  Details to come but will probably involve moving 5th & 6th to right after dinner beginning at 1:00.  Chemistry and Physics students in choir will have to watch Eclips.   10.    Girls basketball vs. Mitchell Christian in Tripp on Thursday.   11.    Those taking Distance Ed classes will have to provide documentation to Mr. Preheim that you have completed the course and the grade earned before he can put it on your transcript. Flag Duty:  Erika   Tardy:   Absent:  Devin, Taylor Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. Monday, January 05, 2015   Menu:      Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women (full choir on Thursday this week) 1.        Congratulations to the Armour Quiz Bowl team who finished in 5th place at DWU on Saturday.  The contest started with 26 teams.  Good jub Krista, Brenden, Courtney, Alicia and Hunter.   2.        The SRB schedule is different than originally scheduled.    Mr. Barker will have morning SRB on “A” days.  Mr. Weber will have morning SRB on “B” days.   Mr. Mudder will have afternoon SRB for everyone on Mondays, Wednesdays, and Fridays.   Mr. Holbeck will have afternoon SRB for freshmen and sophomores on Tuesday and Thursday “A” days. Mr. Holbeck will have afternoon SRB for juniors and seniors on Tuesday and Thursday “B” days.   Today, Mr. Weber has morning SRB and Mr. Mudder afternoon SRB.   3.        Doubleheader in vs. Hurley/Viborg in Hurley on Tuesday.  Both JV games at 5:00; girls varsity at 6:15; boys varsity to follow.   4.        Mr. Preheim will not be in today.  If you have to make any schedule changes, just go to the new class and inform him tomorrow morning.  (Teachers:  Campus rosters should be updated but please check them and notify me if you have any students who need to be added or removed.)   5.        Full choir on Thursday as Mark will be taking a photo for the program.   6.        There is a guest vocal teacher coming on Friday afternoon to work with the choir so we will have to adjust the schedule.  Details to come but will probably involve moving 5th & 6th to right after dinner beginning at 1:00.  Chemistry and Physics students in choir will have to watch eclips.   7.        Girls basketball vs. Mitchell Christian in Tripp on Thursday.   8.        Those taking Distance Ed classes will have to provide documentation to Mr. Preheim that you have completed the course and the grade earned before he can put it on your transcript.   9.        Mr. Schneider is in Armour today as well as Friday this week..   10.     Marilyn Brenner sent a "Thank You" to Armour Preschool to thank us for the donations to the Food Pantry. Thank you to everyone who helped us in our effort to collect items that were needed by the Food Pantry. We had 5 boxes of items to take to them just before Christmas, and I am sure that it was much appreciated by those in need. Thank you, Cheri Heller Flag Duty:  Erika   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty     Tuesday, December 23, 2014   2.        Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort Award winners:  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Carly Sparks & Amanda Spaans.   3.        Semester tests today. SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE Tuesday 9:00 -       "B" Day 3rd Period Classes 10:30 -     Make-up for any missed tests   4.        Those of you in Distance Ed classes make certain you get all work done by deadlines.  If you are taking a Distance Ed class next semester, make sure you have books and materials ordered, have completed all online requirements for registering and preparing, etc. so that you can start when you get back. 5.        Those taking Distance Ed classes will have to provide documentation to Mr. Preheim that you have completed the course and the grade earned before he can put it on your transcript. Flag Duty:  Mason   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Monday, December 22, 2014   Menu:    French Toast Sticks/Sausage/tri-taters   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.        The girls play in Parkston tonight.   2.        Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort Award winners:  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Carly Sparks & Amanda Spaans.   3.        Semester tests today and tomorrow.   SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE Monday 8:30 -       "A" Day 1st Period Classes 10:30 -     Shop I, Geometry, U.S. History, English IV 1:00 -       "B" Day 1st Period Classes Tuesday 9:00 -       "B" Day 3rd Period Classes 10:30 -     Make-up for any missed tests   4.        Those of you in Distance Ed classes make certain you get all work done by deadlines.  If you are taking a Distance Ed class next semester, make sure you have books and materials ordered, have completed all online requirements for registering and preparing, etc. so that you can start when you get back.   5.        Those taking Distance Ed classes will have to provide documentation to Mr. Preheim that you have completed the course and the grade earned before he can put it on your transcript. Flag Duty:  Mason   Tardy:   Absent:     Friday, December 19, 2014 Menu:    fish sticks, cole slaw and peas   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.       Shane Larson, graduate of AHS, is back home from the Marines and is doing a recruiting visit.  Any high school student who has an interest in the service is welcome to visit with him today.  He will be in the counselor’s office at 10:05 today.   2.       The NHS is sponsoring an “Ugly Sweater” contest today.  There will be prizes for the top two wearers of the ugliest sweaters.3.       Basketball doubleheader against Bridgewater/Emery in Armour on Saturday.  Boys JV @ 4:00 followed by girls JV, boys varsity, and girls varsity. 4.       Concession workers for Saturday – 10th & 12th grade – 5:00 shift: Ali, Sydney, Maci, Krista.  7:00 shift: Delaney, Julia, Amanda, Riley.   5.       Semester Tests will start for some on Friday.  Monday will be a full testing day and there will be a testing session Tuesday morning, December 23rd.    SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE Friday - 3rd period - Gov't                 6th period - Shop IV & Acct II Monday 8:30 -    "A" Day 1st Period Classes 10:30 -   Shop I, Geometry, U.S. History, English IV 1:00 -     "B" Day 1st Period Classes Tuesday 9:00 -     "B" Day 3rd Period Classes 10:30 -   Make-up for any missed tests   6.       Those of you in Distance Ed classes make certain you get all work done by deadlines.  If you are taking a Distance Ed class next semester, make sure you have books and materials ordered, have completed all online requirements for registering and preparing, etc. so that you can start when you get back. 7.       Those taking Distance Ed classes will have to provide documentation to Mr. Preheim that you have completed the course and the grade earned before he can put it on your transcript.   8.       Knights of Columbus will be hosting Free Throw contest in Armour on Tuesday, December 23rd at 1:00.  You must be 14 or under as of January 1st to participate.  Mr. Glanzer has the entry forms.   9.       The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th.   Happy birthday to Clayton Lau.   Flag Duty:  Mason   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty.   Thursday, December 18, 2014 Menu:    tater tot casserole and green beans Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women 1.       The NHS is sponsoring an “Ugly Sweater” contest tomorrow.  There will be prizes for the top two wearers of the ugliest sweaters.   2.       NHS will go Christmas Caroling on Sunday.  Meet by the gym at 6:15.   3.       Basketball doubleheader against Woonsocket/Sanborn Central in Armour tonight.  Girls JV @ 4:00 followed by boys JV, girls varsity and boys varsity.   4.       Basketball doubleheader against Bridgwater/Emery in Armour on Saturday.  Boys JV @ 4:00 followed by girls JV, boys varsity, and girls varsity.   5.       Concession workers for this week’s ball games:   Thursday – 9th & 11th grade – 5:00 shift: Issabelle, Devin, Ryan, Blaze.  7:00 shift:  Ty, Taylor, Kera, Dexter Saturday – 10th & 12th grade – 5:00 shift: Ali, Sydney, Maci, Krista.  7:00 shift: Delaney, Julia, Amanda, Riley.   6.       Semester Tests will start for some on Friday.  Monday will be a full testing day and there will be a testing session Tuesday morning, December 23rd.    SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE Friday - 3rd period - Gov't                 6th period - Shop IV & Acct II Monday 8:30 -    "A" Day 1st Period Classes 10:30 -   Shop I, Geometry, U.S. History, English IV 1:00 -     "B" Day 1st Period Classes Tuesday 9:00 -     "B" Day 3rd Period Classes 10:30 -   Make-up for any missed tests   7.       Those of you in Distance Ed classes make certain you get all work done by deadlines.  If you are taking a Distance Ed class next semester, make sure you have books and materials ordered, have completed all online requirements for registering and preparing, etc. so that you can start when you get back.   8.       Knights of Columbus will be hosting Free Throw contest in Armour on Tuesday, December 23rd at 1:00.  You must be 14 or under as of January 1st to participate.  Mr. Glanzer has the entry forms.   9.       The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th.   Flag Duty:  Mason   Tardy:  Janaya Absent:  Tristan, Skyler     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Wednesday, December 16, 2014 Menu:    taco soup and tortilla chips   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        Mrs. Schneider is gone to Springs today.   2.        Basketball doubleheader against Woonsocket/Sandborn Central in Armour on Thursday.  Girls JV @ 4:00 followed by boys JV, girls varsity and boys varsity.   3.        Basketball doubleheader against Bridgewater/Emery in Armour on Saturday.  Boys JV @ 4:00 followed by girls JV, boys varsity, and girls varsity.   4.        Concession workers for this week’s ball games:   Thursday – 9th & 11th grade – 5:00 shift: Issabelle, Devin, Ryan, Blaze.  7:00 shift:  Ty, Taylor, Kera, Dexter Saturday – 10th & 12th grade – 5:00 shift: Ali, Sydney, Maci, Krista.  7:00 shift: Delaney, Julia, Amanda, Riley.   5.        Semester Tests will start for some on Friday.  Monday will be a full testing day and there will be a testing session Tuesday morning, December 23rd.    It is a busy week with 3 nights of basketball including 2 doubleheaders, Christmas caroling, etc.  There also is basketball next Monday.  You need to prepare when you have time.    Let’s try to avoid all of the incompletes we had at the end of the 1st quarter.    6.        Those of you in Distance Ed classes make certain you get all work done by deadlines.  If you are taking a Distance Ed class next semester, make sure you have books and materials ordered, have completed all online requirements for registering and preparing, etc. so that you can start when you get back.   7.        Knights of Columbus will be hosting Free Throw contest in Armour on Tuesday, December 23rd at 1:00.  You must be 14 or under as of January 1st to participate.  Mr. Glanzer has the entry forms.   8.        The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th.   Flag Duty:  Mason   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Tuesday, December 16, 2014 Menu:    Popcorn chicken and mashed potatoes   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.        We will run 1st period from 10:00 to 11:15 and 3rd period from 11:15 to 12:30 today.  There will be no band/SRB.   2.        Mixed octet will be caroling at nursing home today at 1:00.  There will not be women’s choir.   3.        Congratulations to last week’s Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your Subway Ticket:  Erica Koster, Jordan Mulder, Dexter Jelsma and Courtney Krsnak.   4.        Congratulations to this month’s Student of the Month Julia David and Citizen of the Month Alicia Huebner.    5.        Basketball against Parkston in Armour tonight  7th Grade girsl @ 4:00, 8th grade girls @ 5:00.  Boys JV at 6:30 with boys varsity to follow. 6.        Basketball doubleheader against Woonsocket/Sandborn Central in Armour on Thursday.  Girls JV @ 4:00 followed by boys JV, girls varsity and boys varsity. 7.        Basketball doubleheader against Bridgwater/Emery in Armour on Saturday.  Boys JV @ 4:00 followed by girls JV, boys varsity, and girls varsity.   8.        Concession workers for this week’s ball games:   Tonight – 9th & 11th grade – 6:00 shift:  Erica, Paige, Ryan, Dexter.  2nd shift (after “B” game): Parker, Gracie, Jack, Blaze. Thursday – 9th & 11th grade – 5:00 shift: Issabelle, Devin, Ryan, Blaze.  7:00 shift:  Ty, Taylor, Kera, Dexter Saturday – 10th & 12th grade – 5:00 shift: Ali, Sydney, Maci, Krista.  7:00 shift: Delaney, Julia, Amanda, Riley.   9.        Semester Tests will start for some on Friday.  Monday will be a full testing day and there will be a testing session Tuesday morning, December 23rd.    It is a busy week with 3 nights of basketball including 2 doubleheaders, Christmas caroling, etc.  There also is basketball next Monday.  You need to prepare when you have time.    Let’s try to avoid all of the incompletes we had at the end of the 1st quarter.    10.     Those of you in Distance Ed classes make certain you get all work done by deadlines.  If you are taking a Distance Ed class next semester, make sure you have books and materials ordered, have completed all online requirements for registering and preparing, etc. so that you can start when you get back.   11.     Knights of Columbus will be hosting Free Throw contest in Armour on Tuesday, December 23rd at 1:00.  You must be 14 or under as of January 1st to participate.  Mr. Glanzer has the entry forms.   12.     The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th.   Flag Duty:  Mason   Tardy:  Riley Hrdlicka, Issabelle, Hunter S Absent:  Kasey, David (they are on their way), Tristan  Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Mudder has detention duty. Thursday, December 11, 2014 Menu:    chicken nuggets   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       We are having issues with students indicating they are going to eat school lunch when lunch count is taken and then not showing up to eat.  While we know the numbers won’t always be entirely accurate, we have had 10-12 less students eat than raised their hands the last couple of days.  Please think about it before you raise your hand and then try to eat here if you said you would.   2.       There will be no high school vocal music on Friday.  Mr. Preheim will meet with the seniors concerning financial aid.  The freshmen have P.E.  Sophomores and juniors go to SRB.   3.       Seniors will have Senior Project Checkpoints this week.  You will meet with your advisors.  Should only take 15-20 minutes for each group.  The schedule has been emailed to you and also is at the bottom of these announcements.   4.       The NHS will go Christmas Caroling on Monday, December 15th.  Meet at the gym at 6:15.   5.       The boys basketball teams will take pictures today.    6.       The girls travel to White Lake tonight.  Jr. High at 5:15 followed by JV and Varsity.  This game will be broadcast on KOOL-98.   7.       Basketball double header versus Menno in Tripp on Saturday.  JV girls a5 4:00 followed by boys JV, girls and boys varsity.   8.       Elementary concert Friday night at 7:30.   9.       Mr. Preheim is gone to a financial aid workshop today.   10.    The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th.   Flag Duty:  Riley   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.   Wednesday, December 10, 2014 Menu:    meatball subs and green beans   Band:     Full - Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday & Thursday – women   1.       Note that Tuesdays and Thursdays will be women’s choir for the immediate future.   2.       There will be no high school vocal music on Friday.  Mr. Preheim will meet with the seniors concerning financial aid.  The freshmen have P.E.  Sophomores and juniors go to SRB.   3.       Seniors will have Senior Project Checkpoints this week.  You will meet with your advisors.  Should only take 15-20 minutes for each group.  The schedule has been emailed to you and also is at the bottom of these announcements.   4.       Congratulations to the Armour Quiz Bowl Team who qualified as one of the “Final 8” to compete on DWU campus on January 3rd.  They defeated Wessington Springs yesterday morning and won 4 of their 5 matches to date.  Members are Krista, Brenden, and Courtney and Hunter H and Alicia are alternates.  Great job.   5.       The NHS will go Christmas Caroling on Monday, December 15th.  Meet at the gym at 6:15.   6.       The boys basketball team will take pictures on Thursday, December 11th.  Same schedule as above and will include junior high as well.   7.       The girls travel to White Lake on Thursday.  Jr. High at 5:15 followed by JV and Varsity.  This game will be broadcast on KOOL-98.   8.       Basketball double header versus Menno in Tripp on Saturday.  JV girls a5 4:00 followed by boys JV, girls and boys varsity.   9.       Elementary concert Friday night at 7:30.   10.    The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th. The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th.   Flag Duty:  Riley   Tardy:  Ryan, David, Kasey Absent:  Issabelle Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.   Monday, December 08, 2014 Menu:    chicken wrap / rice / oriental veggies   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Mrs. Harnisch is sick today.  There will be no band.   2.       As there is no band today, we will have to run SRB’s a little differently.  Freshmen and sophomores are with Mr. Barker in the extra study hall.  Juniors should go to the English room.   Seniors should stay in Mr. Weber’s room after personal finance and Mr. Preheim will continue with financial aid information.  We will also discuss the advanced computer class and talk about the distance ed courses, etc.   3.       The girls basketball team travels to Tyndall on Tuesday.  There will be no JV game as Tyndall does not have enough girls.  There will be two grade games and the varsity game will start earlier than usual.  The schedule is below:   5:00  7th grade game,    6:00 8th grade game     7:00  Varsity game   4.       Girls basketball player pictures will be taken today.  This includes junior high.  We will start last period with Armour athletes.  Team picture will be taken at practice when Tripp/Delmont gets here.   The boys will take pictures on Thursday, December 11th.  Same schedule as above and will include junior high as well.   5.       The girls travel to White Lake on Thursday.  Jr. High at 5:15 followed by JV and Varsity.    This game will be broadcast on KOOL-98.   6.       Basketball double header versus Menno in Tripp on Saturday.  JV girls a5 4:00 followed by boys JV, girls varsity and boys varsity.   7.       Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your gift certificate:  Devin Roberts, Justine Hartmann, Blaze Keller and Hunter Harrington.   8.       Elementary concert Friday night at 7:30.   9.       The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th. ·         Toilet tissue ·         Soaps (laundry, bath, dish, cleaning) ·         Shampoo, cream rinse, bath and body lotions ·         Feminine hygiene products ·         Deodorants male/female ·         Paper towels ·         Facial tissue   Happy birthday to Dexter Jelsma.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Riley   Tardy:   Absent:  Blaze, Carly Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Friday, December 05, 2014 Menu:    breakfast pizza / tri-tators   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    Full Choir Monday-Thursday this week  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s 1.        No Vocal today.   Friday during afternoon SRB the seniors will meet with Mr. Preheim to look at financial aid, the juniors will have a class meeting, the sophomores will have SRB, and the freshmen will have PE.   2.        Good job to everyone involved in the high school Christmas Concert.   3.        Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your gift certificate:  Devin Roberts, Justine Hartmann, Blaze Keller and Hunter Harrington.   4.        Today is Mrs. Ziegler’s last day.  If you need to see her for any help or any other reason, you need to arrange that in the next two days.   Thanks Mrs. Ziegler.  It was great having you as a staff member.   5.        The girls basketball team travels to Tyndall on Tuesday.  There will be no JV game as Tyndall does not have enough girls.  There will be two grade games and the varsity game will start earlier than usual.  The schedule is below:   5:00  7th grade game,    6:00 8th grade game     7:00  Varsity game   6.        Girls basketball player pictures will be taken on on Monday, December 8th.  This includes junior high.  We will start last period with Armour athletes.  Team picture will be taken at practice when Tripp/Delmont gets here.   The boys will take pictures on Thursday, December 11th.  Same schedule as above and will include junior high as well.   7.        The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th. ·         Toilet tissue ·         Soaps (laundry, bath, dish, cleaning) ·         Shampoo, cream rinse, bath and body lotions ·         Feminine hygiene products ·         Deodorants male/female ·         Paper towels ·         Facial tissue   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   Thursday, December 04, 2014 Menu:    super nachos and salad bar   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    Full Choir Monday-Thursday this week  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s 1.        Note that there is full choir every day this week and no vocal on Friday.   2.        Friday during afternoon SRB the seniors will meet with Mr. Preheim to look at financial aid, the juniors will have a class meeting, the sophomores will have SRB, and the freshmen will have PE.   3.        High school Christmas Concert tonight at 7:30 p.m.   4.        Mr. Barker and Mr. Preheim are gone this morning.  Shop II should go to Mr. Mudder’s room.    5.        Morning SRB will be with Mr. Weber (either in his room or extra study hall).   6.        This Friday is Mrs. Ziegler’s last day.  If you need to see her for any help or any other reason, you need to arrange that in the next two days.   Thanks Mrs. Ziegler.  It was great having you as a staff member.   7.        Girls basketball player pictures will be taken on on Monday, December 8th.  This includes junior high.  We will start last period with Armour athletes.  Team picture will be taken at practice when Tripp/Delmont gets here.   The boys will take pictures on Thursday, December 11th.  Same schedule as above and will include junior high as well.   8.        The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th. ·         Toilet tissue ·         Soaps (laundry, bath, dish, cleaning) ·         Shampoo, cream rinse, bath and body lotions ·         Feminine hygiene products ·         Deodorants male/female ·         Paper towels ·         Facial tissue   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. Wednesday, December 03, 2014 Menu:    corn dogs and baked beans   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    Full Choir Monday-Thursday this week  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s 1.       Note that there is full choir every day this week and no vocal on Friday.   2.       Friday during afternoon SRB the seniors will meet with Mr. Preheim to look at financial aid, the juniors will have a class meeting, the sophomores will have SRB, and the freshmen will have PE.   3.       High school Christmas Concert Thursday night at 7:30 p.m.   4.       Mrs. Schneider is in Springs today..   5.       Girls basketball player pictures will be taken on on Monday, December 8th.  This includes junior high.  We will start last period with Armour athletes.  Team picture will be taken at practice when Tripp/Delmont gets here.   The boys will take pictures on Thursday, December 11th.  Same schedule as above and will include junior high as well.   6.       This year the preschool and after-school program are sponsoring drives to help those in need this holiday season.  Please consider contributing to these drives.   The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th. ·         Toilet tissue ·         Soaps (laundry, bath, dish, cleaning) ·         Shampoo, cream rinse, bath and body lotions ·         Feminine hygiene products ·         Deodorants male/female ·         Paper towels ·         Facial tissue   Happy birthday to Mariah Plecity   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE Friday - 6th period - Shop IV & Acct II Monday 8:30 -     "A" Day 1st Period Classes 10:30 -    Shop I, Geometry, U.S. History, English IV 1:00 -     "B" Day 1st Period Classes Tuesday 9:00 -     "B" Day 3rd Period Classes 10:30 -     Make Up for any missed tests   Tuesday, December 02, 2014   Menu:    hot ham & cheese / green beans   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    Full Choir Monday-Thursday this week  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s 1.        Note that there is full choir every day this week and no vocal on Friday.   2.        Friday during afternoon SRB the seniors will meet with Mr. Preheim to look at financial aid, the juniors will have a class meeting, the sophomores will have SRB, and the freshmen will have PE.   3.        High school Christmas Concert Thursday night at 7:30 p.m.   4.        Grade GBB in Armour today versus Platte/Geddes.  7th grade @ 6:00, 8th @ 7:00.   5.        Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Wednesday.   6.        Mrs. Silbaugh took our 55 pounds of pop tabs to Ronald McDonald house in Sioux Falls.  We are now in the Spring 2015 Pop Tab Pandemonium Contest. Tabs can be collected from soup cans , vegetables, pet food and tuna cans as well as soda cans. Keep up the good work Armour!!   7.        This year the preschool and after-school program are sponsoring drives to help those in need this holiday season.  Please consider contributing to these drives.   The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th. ·         Toilet tissue ·         Soaps (laundry, bath, dish, cleaning) ·         Shampoo, cream rinse, bath and body lotions ·         Feminine hygiene products ·         Deodorants male/female ·         Paper towels ·         Facial tissue   Happy birthday to Mariah Plecity   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss   Tardy:   Absent:  Kasey, Ryan, Mason Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   SEMESTER TEST SCHEDULE Friday - 6th period - Shop IV & Acct II Monday 8:30 -     "A" Day 1st Period Classes 10:30 -    Shop I, Geometry, U.S. History, English IV 1:00 -     "B" Day 1st Period Classes Tuesday 9:00 -     "B" Day 3rd Period Classes 10:30 -     Make Up for any missed tests   Monday, December 01, 2014   Menu: Salisbury steak and mashed potatoes   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s 1.       One Act Practice 7:45 on the stage Tuesday, December 2nd.   2.       High school Christmas Concert Thursday night at 7:30 p.m.   3.       Grade GBB in Armour Tuesday versus Platte/Geddes.  7th grade @ 6:00, 8th @ 7:00.   4.       This year the preschool and after-school program are sponsoring drives to help those in need this holiday season.  Please consider contributing to these drives. The after-school program is collecting clean, gently used stuffed animals for the needy.  The box will be outside of Chareen’s office December 1st to the 19th.   The preschool is sponsoring a food pantry drive.  They will be collecting non-perishable food items until December 19th. ·         Toilet tissue ·         Soaps (laundry, bath, dish, cleaning) ·         Shampoo, cream rinse, bath and body lotions ·         Feminine hygiene products ·         Deodorants male/female ·         Paper towels ·         Facial tissue   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss   Tardy:  David Absent:  Becca, Ryan, Mason   Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnish has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. Tuesday, November 25, 2014   Menu:  hot turkey / mashed potatoes / corn   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.      There will be no band or vocal on today as the directors will be gone to the Platte Jr. High Festival.   2.      There will be no school for students on Wednesday.  Teachers will have in-service.   3.      If anyone has, or knows the whereabouts of the large roll of saran wrap that is missing from the  kitchen, please bring it back or talk to Kelly.   4.      If you are out for Boys or Girls BB or a cheerleader and are a 5th thru 12th grader, you  MUST have done the Impact baseline test with Mrs. Bitterman this year or last. The  Impact Test will be given today in the computer lab. One group of 5th graders is  starting at 8:30 and one group of 6th graders is starting at 8:50. Any high school  students that need to take the test should come to the lab at 10:00 so you are  finished in time for the 11:00 classes. Students need to take the test once  every two years. If you are not sure the last time you took the test then  please see Mrs. Bitterman (She has a list).         We will also be administering initial drug tests for athletes and cheerleaders in HS sometime in the next few weeks.  This is also true for students in fine arts events such as music, drama, oral interp etc. that are state sponsored activities/  If you have not taken your physical, that must be done as well.    All of the above MUST be done before you play a game.   5.      Coaches and advisors please make sure your charges have done those things. It is part of your responsibilities  to get that info to Mr. Glanzer.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Haley Dufek   Tardy:   Absent:    Teachers: 1.      Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Monday, November 24, 2014   Menu:  hot turkey / mashed potatoes / corn   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal: M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.      There will be no band or vocal on today as the directors will be gone to the Platte Jr. High Festival.   2.      There will be no school for students on Wednesday.  Teachers will have in-service.   3.      If you are out for Boys or Girls BB or a cheerleader and are a 5th thru 12th grader, you MUST have done the Impact baseline test with Mrs. Bitterman this year or last. Obviously all 5th graders are new so you will probably have to take if you have not done so already. If you cannot remember, talk to Mrs. B.   Get these scheduled.   We will also be administering Initial Drug tests for athletes and cheerleaders in HS sometime in the next few weeks. This is also true for students in fine arts events such as music, drama, oral interp etc. that are State Sponsored activities  If you have not taken your physical, that must be done as well. All of the above MUST be done before you play a game.   4.      Coaches and advisors please make sure your charges have done those things. It is part of your responsibilities to get that info to Mr. Glanzer.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Haley Dufek   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.      Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.   Friday, November 21, 2014   Menu: hot hamburger and mashed potatoes   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Krista and Courtney will be gone with Mrs. Schneider to the Region Oral Interp contest on Monday.  Mrs. Ziegler will be here to teach the classes.   2.       There will be no band or vocal on Tuesday as the directors will be gone to the Platte Jr. High Festival.   3.       There will be no school for students on Wednesday.  Teachers will have in-service.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Thursday, November 20, 2014   Menu: fish sandwich and cole slaw   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.       There will be a high school girls basketball meeting tonight at 4:15 in Armour in the 2nd grade room. Anyone interested in going out this year is encouraged to attend. We will have open gym following the meeting. Practice starts Monday, Nov. 24th after school in Armour.    2.       There will be no school for students on Wednesday next week.  Teachers will have in-service.   3.       If you are using the Gym for workouts or Open Gym, please do not use the stage as a garbage dump. We are finding empty bottles, candy wrappers, pizza boxes, etc just thrown in there. Please use the garbage cans in the gym.   4.       Novels will meet Friday morning at 7:50 in Mrs. S's room.    Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty Wednesday, November 19, 2014   Menu: quesadilla pizza and corn chips   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.       There will be a high school girls basketball meeting tonight at 4:15 in Armour in the 2nd grade room. Anyone interested in going out this year is encouraged to attend. We will have open gym following the meeting. Practice starts Monday, Nov. 24th after school in Armour.    2.       There will be no school for students on Wednesday next week.  Teachers will have in-service.   3.       If you are using the Gym for workouts or Open Gym, please do not use the stage as a garbage dump. We are finding empty bottles, candy wrappers, pizza boxes, etc just thrown in there. Please use the garbage cans in the gym.   4.       Novels will meet Friday morning at 7:50 in Mrs. S's room.    Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Tuesday, November 18, 2014   Menu: chicken strips and baked beans   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Krista, Brenden, Courtney, Alicia and Hunter will participate in the quiz bowl versus Hanson at 10:40 today.   2.       Senior privileges have begun.   3.       Congratulations to the TDA 7-8th grade girls BB team who played in and WON an 8 team tourney over the weekend in Gayville.   4.       There will be a high school girls basketball meeting on Thursday, November 20th at 4:15 in Armour in the 2nd grade room. Anyone interested in going out this year is encouraged to attend. We will have open gym following the meeting. Practice starts Monday, Nov. 24th after school in Armour.    5.       Congratulations to last week’s Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your Subway certificates:  Taylor Zolnowsky, November Bialas, Kera Kaufman, and Hannah Wold.   6.       One Act practice on Thursday morning at 7:50 in Mrs. S's room. Bring something to write with.....    7.       Novels will meet Friday morning at 7:50 in Mrs. S's room.    Mr. Preheim will be leaving at 10:30 today. Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Wednesday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally   Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Monday, November 17, 2014   Menu: sloppy joes / chips / potato salad   Band:  Full Band every day Vocal:  M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Yearbook meeting today after school in Mrs. Schneider’s room.   2.       Krista, Brenden, Courtney, Alicia and Hunter will participate in the quiz bowl versus Hanson at 10:40 on Tuesday.   3.       Senior privileges will begin Monday for those who have their slips in.   4.       Congratulations to last week’s Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your Subway certificates:  Taylor Zolnowsky, November Bialas, Kera Kaufman, and Hannah Wold.   5.       Any students interested in attending the SCRUBS camp at USD in March need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  It fills up very fast.   6.       As part of Amanda Spaans’ senior venture project, she is selling “Support Our Troops” t-shirts and sweatshirts.  The proceeds will go towards creating and sending care packages to those currently serving.  There is more information and a sign up sheet on the board by Chareen’s office.  Contact Amanda for more information.   7.       One Act practice on Thursday morning at 7:50 in Mrs. S's room. Bring something to write with.....    8.       Novels will meet Friday morning at 7:50 in Mrs. S's room.      Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.     Friday, November 14, 2014   Menu:    teriyaki chicken / rice / Asian veggies   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Mr. Holbeck is gone today.  Tami Holbeck will be subbing for him.   2.        Yearbook meeting Monday after school in Mrs. Schneider’s room.   3.        Seniors will have TGIF today.  Senior privileges will begin Monday for those who have their slips in.   4.        Any students interested in attending the SCRUBS camp at USD in March need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  It fills up very fast.   5.        As part of Amanda Spaans’ senior venture project, she is selling “Support Our Troops” t-shirts and sweatshirts.  The proceeds will go towards creating and sending care packages to those currently serving.  There is more information and a sign up sheet on the board by Chareen’s office.  Contact Amanda for more information.   6.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   7.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   My (Mr. Preheim) apologies to Kera Kaufman who had a birthday on Monday.  Happy belated.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Taylor Zolnowsky   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Thursday, November 13, 2014   Menu:    country fried steak / mashed potatoes and gravy   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Mr. Weber & Mr. Mudder are gone today.  Mr. Hornstra will be subbing and will be in the social studies room.  Mr. Weber’s morning SRB should go to the social studies room.  Accounting I & II classes should go to the social studies room as well.   2.        Yearbook meeting Monday after school in Mrs. Schneider’s room.   3.        Seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   4.        Any students interested in attending the SCRUBS camp at USD in March need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  It fills up very fast.   5.        As part of Amanda Spaans’ senior venture project, she is selling “Support Our Troops” t-shirts and sweatshirts.  The proceeds will go towards creating and sending care packages to those currently serving.  There is more information and a sign up sheet on the board by Chareen’s office.  Contact Amanda for more information.   6.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   7.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Taylor Zolnowsky   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Wednesday, November 12, 2014 Menu:    shrimp   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – mixed; Thursday – Women’s   1.        There will be a short boys basketball meeting in Mr. Holbeck’s room after school on Wednesday for any boys interested in basketball this year.   2.        The following juniors are gone to a Business Camp today:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   3.        Yearbook meeting Monday after school in Mrs. Schneider’s room.   4.        Any students interested in attending the SCRUBS camp at USD in March need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  It fills up very fast.   5.        As part of Amanda Spaans’ senior venture project, she is selling “Support Our Troops” t-shirts and sweatshirts.  The proceeds will go towards creating and sending care packages to those currently serving.  There is more information and a sign up sheet on the board by Chareen’s office.  Contact Amanda for more information.   6.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   7.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Taylor Zolnowsky   Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty. Tuesday, November 11, 2014 Menu: corn dogs and macaroni salad   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – Full; Thursday – Women’s   1.        We will have a Veteran’s Day Program for the entire student body and community at 2:30 today.  Band will be dismissed at 2:20.   The student body has always conducted themselves very well at these types of programs.  This is just a reminder that this is a very emotional time for many in attendance and they expect and deserve respect.  This includes no hats, no cell phones, and of course proper behavior.   2.        Note that we will have full choir today.   3.        All non-choir students should go to Mr. Holbeck’s room this afternoon for SRB.   4.        Congratulations to Krista Fuoss for earning a spot in Region Oral Interp and to Courtney Krsnak for being an alternate. Everybody did an outstanding job!!!   5.        There will be a short boys basketball meeting in Mr. Holbeck’s room after school on Wednesday for any boys interested in basketball this year.   6.        Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award Winners.  Stop in for your Subway gift card:  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Keegan Porter-Fredrickson and Alicia Huebner.   7.        The following juniors will be gone to a Business Camp on Wednesday, November 10th.  That is also an "A" day and does involve some of the same students:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   8.        Any students interested in attending the SCRUBS camp at USD in March need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  It fills up very fast.   9.        As part of Amanda Spaans’ senior venture project, she is selling “Support Our Troops” t-shirts and sweatshirts.  The proceeds will go towards creating and sending care packages to those currently serving.  There is more information and a sign up sheet on the board by Chareen’s office.  Contact Amanda for more information.   10.     Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   11.     If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Taylor Zolnowsky   Tardy:   Absent:  Jamin, Tristan, Delaney   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Monday, November 10, 2014 Menu: corn dogs and macaroni salad   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – Full; Thursday – Women’s   1.        We will have a Veteran’s Day Program for the entire student body and community here  at 2:30 today.  Band will be dismissed at 2:20.   The student body has always conducted themselves very well at these types of programs.  This is just a reminder that this is a very emotional time for many in attendance and they expect and deserve respect.  This includes no hats, no cell phones, and of course proper behavior.   2.        Note that we will have full choir on Tuesday as well this week.   3.        Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award Winners.  Stop in for your Subway gift card:  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Keegan Porter-Fredrickson and Alicia Huebner.   4.        The following juniors will be gone to a Business Camp on Wednesday, November 10th.  That is also an "A" day and does involve some of the same students:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   5.        Any students interested in attending the SCRUBS camp at USD in March need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  It fills up very fast.   6.        As part of Amanda Spaans’ senior venture project, she is selling “Support Our Troops” t-shirts and sweatshirts.  The proceeds will go towards creating and sending care packages to those currently serving.  There is more information and a sign up sheet on the board by Chareen’s office.  Contact Amanda for more information.   7.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   8.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Taylor Zolnowsky   Tardy:   Absent:   Detention:    Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.     Friday, November 7, 2014   Menu: pizza and green beans   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Good luck to the girls volleyball team as they Kimball/White Lake tonight at 7:00 in White Lake.   2.        The juniors will take the ASVAB test on Friday morning, November 7th.  Testing will take place in the extra study hall and will start in the beginning of the day and will last until approximately 11:30.  4.        We will have a Veteran’s Day Program for the entire student body and community here  at 2:30 on Tuesday.   5.        The following students will be gone Monday, November 10th with Mrs. Schneider to the Oral Interp contest.  It is an "A" day:  Courtney, Krista, Kasey, Hunter W, Carly, and Parker 6.        The following juniors will be gone to a Business Camp on Wednesday, November 10th.  That is also an "A" day and does involve some of the same students:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   This means that some of you will miss 2 full “A” days and three straight days of chemistry.  Get caught up and watch e-clips.   7.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   8.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Gracie Wold  Tardy:  Absent:       Teachers: 1.        Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Thursday, November 06, 2014   Menu: roast beef sandwich and potato salad   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Good luck to the girls volleyball team as they Kimball/White Lake tonight at 7:00 in White Lake.   2.        The juniors will take the ASVAB test on Friday morning, November 7th.  Testing will take place in the extra study hall and willstart in the beginning of the day and will last until approximately 11:30.    3.        Mr. Preheim will be gone from 10:30 through the end of the day.   4.        We will have a Veteran’s Day Program for the entire student body and community here  at 2:30 on Tuesday.   5.        The following students will be gone Monday, November 10th with Mrs. Schneider to the Oral Interp contest.  It is an "A" day:  Courtney, Krista, Kasey, Hunter W, Carly, Sydney and Parker 6.        The following juniors will be gone to a Business Camp on Wednesday, November 10th.  That is also an "A" day and does involve some of the same students:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   This means that some of you will miss 2 full “A” days and three straight days of chemistry.  Get caught up and watch eclips.   7.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   8.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Gracie Wold  Tardy:  Ryan, Issabelle Absent:  Carly, Jessica, Tristan Teachers: 1.        Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Wednesday, November 05, 2014   Menu: chicken stew / biscuits / steamed carrots   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to the girls on their victory last night.  The next match will be against Kimball/White Lake on Thursday.  Game will be at 7:00 in White Lake.   2.        Honor roll is posted.  We will take pictures at 10:05 today.   3.        The hallways are becoming very congested in the mornings for the parents and preschoolers.  They should not have to fight through groups of students to come and go to their room.  Make room, move out of the way, and be courteous.   4.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   5.        A Northwestern rep will be here at 10:00 on today.  A Dakota State University rep will be here at 2:00 today.   6.        The juniors will take the ASVAB test on Friday morning, November 7th.   7.        The following students will be gone Monday, November 10th with Mrs. Schneider to the Oral Interp contest.  It is an "A" day:  Courtney, Krista, Kasey, Hunter W, Carly, Sydney and Parker 8.        The following juniors will be gone to a Business Camp on Wednesday, November 12th.  That is also an "A" day and does involve some of the same students:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   9.        The following football players owe money to Mr. Weber:  Gunnar, Clayton, & Tanner.  Pay by the end of the week or receive detention.   10.     If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Mr. Schneider is here today.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Gracie Wold  Tardy:   Absent:  Ryan  Teachers: 1.        Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Tuesday, November 04, 2014   Menu: BBQ pork riblet and baked beans   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        We will host a first round district contest between TDA and Corsica/Stickney here tonight at 7:00.  The next match will be the winner of Tuesday’s contest versus Kimball/White Lake on Thursday.   2.        Concessions workers:  6:30 to around 8:00.  Daniel, Jordan M Janaya, & Clayton.   3.        Student and adult passes are not accepted for district contests.  The cost is set by the SDHSAA and is $4 for students and $6 for adults.    4.        Honor roll is posted.  We will take pictures at 10:05 on Wednesday.   5.        All incompletes need to be made up by Tuesday or they may become failing grades.  Get those taken care of ASAP!   6.        The hallways are becoming very congested in the mornings for the parents and preschoolers.  They should not have to fight through groups of students to come and go to their room.  Make room, move out of the way, and be courteous.   7.        Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   8.        Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your Subway certificates:  Ty, Julia, Ryan, and Gunnar.   9.        A Northwestern rep will be here at 10:00 on Wednesday.  A Dakota State University rep will be here at 2:00 on Wednesday.   10.     The juniors will take the ASVAB test on Friday morning, November 7th.   11.     The following students will be gone Monday, November 10th with Mrs. Schneider to the Oral Interp contest.  It is an "A" day:  Courtney, Krista, Kasey, Hunter W, Carly, Sydney and Parker 12.     The following juniors will be gone to a Business Camp on Wednesday, November 10th.  That is also an "A" day and does involve some of the same students:  Hunter W,  Kasey, Kera, and Shalee.   13.     Those going to oral interp and/or business camp can pick up make-up slips off the table in Mr. Preheim’s office.   14.     The following football players owe money to Mr. Weber:  Gunnar, Clayton, & Tanner.  Pay by the end of the week or receive detention.   15.     If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Gracie Wold  Tardy:   Absent:  Issabelle, Erica   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Monday, November 03, 2014   Menu: potato soup & rolls   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       We will host a first round district contest between TDA and Corsica/Stickney here on Tuesday at 7:00.  The next match will be the winner of Tuesday’s contest versus Kimball/White Lake on Thursday.   Concessions workers:  6:30 to around 8:00.  Daniel, Jordan M Janaya, & Clayton  .   2.       Honor roll will be posted today.   3.       All incompletes need to be made up by Tuesday or they may become failing grades.  Get those taken care of ASAP!   4.       Any girls in grades 5-10 interested in a volleyball camp November 17, 18 & 19 see Mariah Plecity for more information.  This camp is part of Mariah’s senior project.  Register no later than November 14th.   5.       Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your Subway certificates:  Ty, Julia, Ryan, and Gunnar.   6.       A Northwestern rep will be here at 10:00 on Wednesday.  A Dakota State University rep will be here at 2:00 on Wednesday.   7.       The juniors will take the ASVAB test on Friday morning, November 7th.   8.       The following football players owe money to Mr. Weber:  Gunnar, Clayton, Mason & Tanner.   9.       If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Happy birthday to Janaya Iedema   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Gracie Wold  Tardy:   Absent:  Hannah,   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Holbeck has detention duty.   Friday, October 31, 2014   Menu: leftovers Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        No vocal music today.   2.        Seniors have TGIF today.   3.        Juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room for afternoon SRB.  You will start your  Anatomy & Phys test at 1:00.  Earth Science students can use the extra time as well.   4.        We will host a first round district contest between TDA and Corsica/Stickney here on Tuesday at 7:00.  The next match will be the winner of Tuesday’s contest versus Kimball/White Lake.   Concessions workers:  6:30 to around 8:00.  Daniel, Jordan M Janaya, & Clayton  .   5.        Thank you to everyone who contributed to making the blood drive a success.   6.        Honor roll and deficiency lists will be calculated today.    7.        All incompletes need to be made up by Tuesday to avoid having them become failing grades.   8.        Congratulations to this week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your Subway certificates:  Ty, Julia, Ryan, and Gunnar.   9.        A Northwestern rep will be here at 10:00 on Wednesday.  A Dakota State University rep will be here at 2:00 on Wednesday.   10.     The juniors will take the ASVAB test on Friday morning, November 7th.   11.     The following football players owe money to Mr. Weber:  Gunnar, Clayton, Mason & Tanner.   12.     If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Hunter S  Tardy:  Ryan Absent:       Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. Thursday, October 30, 2014   Menu: chicken drumsticks and savory rice   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        All-State for vocal today.  No vocal music on Friday.  All-State Delegates make sure and see your Friday teachers if you have not done so.   2.        Seniors have TGIF today.   3.        We will host a first round district contest between TDA and Corsica/Stickney here on Tuesday at 7:00.  The next match will be the winner of Tuesday’s contest versus Kimball/White Lake.   We will need 1 concessions from 6:30 to around 8:00.  Need one member from the juniors.  So far:  Daniel, Jordan M & Clayton    4.        Student council sponsored blood drive today 10:00 to 3:30.  We need student and teacher donors for the blood drive.  Students 16 & 17 can donate with parental consent.    Workers at the 4-H for the blood drive are as follows:                 10:10 to 11:00 – Julia;  1:00 to 2:40 – Gunnar and Hannah; 2:40 to 3:30 – Jessica and Brenden                 If any student council member can be released at some point during 3rd period that would be good. Students who donate will not be counted absent.  Teachers, we may have to fill in for any teachers who donate.   5.        Mr. Schneider is here today.   6.        Today is the last day to make-up incompletes and be eligible for honor roll.   Anyone with incompletes after today will not be eligible for honor roll.  Get those incompletes made up.  They will become failing grades if not made up by Tuesday, November 4th unless there are extenuating circumstances.   (Teachers, make sure and get those changed in Campus AND notify me as well.)   7.        The following football players owe money to Mr. Weber:  Gunnar, Clayton, Mason & Tanner.   8.        If anyone wants to buy a black FB jersey for $30 see Mr. Weber.   9.        Juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room on Friday for afternoon SRB.  You will start you’re Anatomy & Phys test at 1:00.  Earth Science students can use the extra time as well.   Happy birthday to Daniel Fuoss, Hannah Wold, and Mrs. Preheim (a freshman, a senior, and a senior citizen)   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Hunter S  Tardy:   Absent:  Keegan   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. Wednesday, October 29, 2014   Menu: Bosco sticks with marinara sauce/sunshine salad/peas   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       No women’s choir this week.  All-State will practice Tuesday and Thursday.   2.       We will host a first round district contest between TDA and Corsica/Stickney here on Tuesday at 7:00.  The next match will be the winner of Tuesday’s contest versus Kimball/White Lake.   We will need 1 concessions shift.  The money is split between classes so if we can have one student from each grade in 9-12 we should be good.  Shift would run from 6:30 to around 8:00.  Class presidents, find a volunteer and get the name to Mr. Preheim.    3.       Student council sponsored blood drive this Thursday from 10:00 to 3:30.  We need student and teacher donors for the blood drive.  Students 16 & 17 can donate with parental consent.  Please contact a student council member.   Student council members get names of donors to Courtney.   Workers at the 4-H for the blood drive are as follows:                 10:10 to 11:00 – Julia;  1:00 to 2:40 – Gunnar and Hannah; 2:40 to 3:30 – Jessica and Brenden                 If any student council member can be released at some point during 3rd period that would be good. Students who donate will not be counted absent.  Teachers, we may have to fill in for any teachers who donate.   4.       Mr. Schneider will be here Thursday.   Honor roll will be computed on Thursday.  Anyone with incompletes at that time will not be eligible for honor roll.  Get those incompletes made up.  (Teachers, make sure and get those changed in Campus AND notify me as well.)   5.       There is to be no angle parking by the gym.  Parallel parking only.   6.       Juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room on Friday for afternoon SRB.  You will start you’re Anatomy & Phys test at 1:00.  Earth Science students can use the extra time as well.   7.       Chemistry instructor, Dave Pierson, will be here at 1:00 in the VTEL on Wednesday to meet with the Chemistry students.   8.       Mrs. Ziegler lost a necklace here on Friday.  It is Black Hills gold with a heart on it.  If anyone finds it and returns it, she will make them a pan of baked goods of their choice (within her baking abilities).   9.       The Triedens Reformed Youth Group from Tripp will be doing a Crop Drive on Wednesday.  Supper will be provided from 6:30-7:15.  They will then go around town to raise money for “Christian Rural Overseas Program.”  This program is a way to give food to the hungry.  A hayride to follow the walk.  Any Armour high schoolers are welcome to come to Tripp to participate.  Supper will be lasagna, brownies, and hot chocolate.  Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Hunter S  Tardy:   Absent:  Ryan, Issabelle, Hunter W   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. Tuesday, October 28, 2014 Menu: hamburgers and tri-taters   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       I have been informed that Jim &Theresa Holderby did not have a baby girl.  It is Mrs. Bigge and Raymond.  Whew!!!   2.       No women’s choir this week.  All-State will practice Tuesday and Thursday.   4.       Student council sponsored blood drive this Thursday from 10:00 to 3:30.  We need student and teacher donors for the blood drive.  Students 16 & 17 can donate with parental consent.  Please contact a student council member.   5.       Student council meeting in Mr. Preheim’s office when the bell rings ending 1st period.   6.       Quiz bowl will compete at 10:20 today.   7.       The following will be leaving with Mr. Holbeck today at 1:30 to attend the Boe Forum at Augustana: Courtney, Hunter H, Alicia, Krista, Hannah, Brenden, Carly, Kera, and Becca   8.       Seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   9.       Juniors should go to Mrs. Schneider’s room on Friday for afternoon SRB.  You will start you’re Anatomy & Phys test at 1:00.  Earth Science students can use the extra time as well.   10.    Chemistry instructor, Dave Pierson, will be here at 1:00 in the VTEL on Wednesday to meet with the Chemistry students.   11.    Mrs. Ziegler lost a necklace here on Friday.  It is Black Hills gold with a heart on it.  If anyone finds it and returns it, she will make them a pan of baked goods of their choice (within her baking abilities).   12.    The Triedens Reformed Youth Group from Tripp will be doing a Crop Drive on Wednesday.  Supper will be provided from 6:30-7:15.  They will then go around town to raise money for “Christian Rural Overseas Program.”  This program is a way to give food to the hungry.  A hayride to follow the walk.  Any Armour high-schoolers are welcome to come to Tripp to participate.  Supper will be lasagna, brownies, and hot chocolate.   13.    Novels Class Wednesday at 7:50am in Mrs. S’s room.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Hunter S  Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty. 2.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. Monday, October 27, 2014 Menu: chicken tetrazzini and carrots   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to the marching band which won the “Grand Pooba” People’s Choice Award at the Hobo Day Parade.   2.        “It’s a girl!”  Mrs. Holderby gave birth to Olivia Golden Bigge over the weekend.  Congrats to Mrs. H & Raymond.   3.        The girls play Ethan in Tripp tonight.  7&8 @ 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   4.        Student council sponsored blood drive this Thursday from 10:00 to 3:30.  We need student and teacher donors for the blood drive.  Students 16 & 17 can donate with parental consent.  Please contact a student council member.   5.        Student council meeting in Mr. Preheim’s office when the bell rings ending 1st period.   6.        Quiz bowl will compete at 10:20 on Tuesday.   7.        The following will be leaving with Mr. Holbeck on Tuesday at 1:30 to attend the Boe Fourm at Augustana: Courtney, Hunter H, Alicia, Krista, Hannah, Brenden, Carly, Kera, and Becca   8.        Seniors will have TGIF this Friday.   9.        A mandatory football meeting will be held today at 4:30 in the lunch room.  Will vote and hand in uniforms.   10.     Freshmen and sophomores should go to Mr. Mudder’s room for afternoon SRB on “A” days that are Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  You go to Mr. Holbeck’s room on “A” days that are Tuesday and Thursday and all “B” days.   11.     Chemistry instructor, Dave Pierson, will be here at 1:00 in the VTEL on Wednesday to meet with the Chemistry students.   12.     The Triedens Reformed Youth Group from Tripp will be doing a Crop Drive on Wednesday.  Supper will be provided from 6:30-7:15.  They will then go around town to raise money for “Christian Rural Overseas Program.”  This program is a way to give food to the hungry.  A hayride to follow the walk.  Any high schoolers are welcome to come.  Supper will be lasagna, brownies, and hot chocolate.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Hunter S  Tardy:   Absent:  Janaya, Tucker, Clayton, Amanda, Carly Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty.   Thursday, October 23, 2014 Menu: BBQ pork sandwiches and tator tots   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        No school on Friday due to teacher inservice in the morning and Parent/Teacher Conferences from 1:00 to 7:00.   Student council work schedule for Friday:      1:00-2:30 Courtney & Hannah; 2:30-4:00 Gunnar & Daniel; 4:00-5:30 Brenden & Jessica; 5:30-7:00 Alicia & Carly   2.        The boys host Gregory on tonight at 7:00.   Thursday night will be “Parent’s Night.” We will be announcing all parents of students involved with the football program.   Tailgate tonight from 5:00 to 8:00. There will be chili, hot dogs, chili dogs, and cinnamon rolls.   3.        Sophomores and seniors have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift 6:30 to end of 1st quarter: November, Joe, Brenden, Jessica.  2nd shift end of 1st quarter to clean-up:  Becca, Julia, Tristan, Riley.   4.        The All-State Octet will be traveling to Freeman for a practice all day on Thursday.  There will be no vocal music this Thursday.  Gone with Mrs. Wilson are:  Gunnar, Tanner, Krista, Brenden, Hannah, Shalee, Hunter W, & Delaney (Teachers, don’t count these students absent.)   5.        Student council, make your blood drive contacts.   6.        We need student and teacher donors for the blood drive.  Students 16 & 17 can donate with parental consent.  Please contact a student council member.   7.        The Band marches in the Hobo Day parade at SDSU on Saturday.   8.        Detention tonight is in the music room.   9.        Freshmen and sophomores should go to Mr. Mudder’s room for afternoon SRB on “A” days that are Monday, Wednesday and Friday.  You go to Mr. Holbeck’s room on “A” days that are Tuesday and Thursday and all “B” days.   10.     Chemistry instructor, Dave Pierson, will be here at 1:00 in the VTEL on Wednesday to meet with the Chemistry students.   11.     For our classes and technology use to run smoothly, everyone must adhere to the policies in place.  The school provides a laptop and you have agreed to take care of that laptop and bring it to school ready to use.  You need to come to school with your laptops at least 50% charged.  Violations will result in detention.  If you have battery and/or charging issues, see Mrs. Bitterman.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Ty Sparks  Tardy:  Ryan, David, Kasey Absent:  Jordan K, Amanda   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Laib has concessions on Thursday.  Mrs. Silbaugh and Mrs. Weaver have gate. 3.        Don’t count All-State Chorus students absent Wednesday, October 22, 2014 Menu: Beef & Noodles & Green Beans   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Flu shots this morning.   2.        No school on Friday due to teacher in-service in the morning and Parent/Teacher Conferences from 1:00 to 7:00.   Student council work schedule for Friday:      1:00-2:30 Courtney & Hannah; 2:30-4:00 Gunnar & Daniel; 4:00-5:30 Brenden & Jessica; 5:30-7:00 Alicia & Carly   3.        The boys host Gregory on Thursday at 7:00.   4.        Sophomores and seniors have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift 6:30 to end of 1st quarter: November, Joe, Brenden, Jessica.  2nd shift end of 1st quarter to clean-up:  Becca, Julia, Tristan, Riley.   5.        The All-State Octet will be traveling to Freeman for a practice all day on Thursday.  There will be no vocal music this Thursday.  Gone with Mrs. Wilson are:  Gunnar, Tanner, Krista, Brenden, Hannah, Shalee, Hunter W, & Delaney   6.        Short student council meeting today at the end of 1st period.   7.        The Band marches in the Hobo Day parade at SDSU on Saturday.   8.        You need to come to school with your laptops charged.  Violations will result in detention.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Ty Sparks  Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Laib has concessions on Thursday.  Mrs. Silbaugh and Mrs. Weaver have gate. 3.        K-8 teacher meeting Thursday morning. 4.        Very short teacher meeting Thursday morning in Mr. Mudder’s room at 8:20.  If you regularly attend the K-8 meeting you should go to the K-8 meeting instead.   Tuesday, October 21, 2014 Menu: Super Nachos & Southwestern Lentils   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Mr. Mudder is not here today.  Mr. Weatherford is subbing for him.   2.       Congratulations to the girls on their victories over Platte/Geddes last night.   3.       Mrs. Schneider and Mrs. Ziegler are gone today.   4.       No school on Friday due to teacher in-service in the morning and Parent/Teacher Conferences from 1:00 to 7:00.   Student council work schedule for Friday:     1:00-2:30 Courtney & Hannah; 2:30-4:00 Gunnar & Daniel; 4:00-5:30 Brenden & Jessica; 5:30-7:00 Alicia & Carly   5.       The boys host Gregory on Thursday at 7:00.   6.       Sophomores and seniors have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift 6:30 to end of 1st quarter: November, Joe, Brenden, Jessica.  2nd shift end of 1st quarter to clean-up:  Becca, Julia, Tristan, Riley.   7.       The All-State Octet will be traveling to Freeman for a practice all day on Thursday.  Stop in the office for make-up slips.  There will be no vocal music this Thursday.   Gunnar, Tanner, Krista, Brenden, Hannah, Shalee, Hunter W, & Delaney   8.       The Agri-science teacher will be here at 10:45 today to meet with Trevor, Daniel and Riley.   9.       The student council is sponsoring a blood drive that will take place on Thursday, October 30th from 10:00 to 3:30.  This is important for two reasons.  First of all and most important, the hospital needs blood.  Second, if we are successful one of our seniors can win a nice scholarship.  Armour has had a senior receive one of two scholarships each of the last 5 years.  We are looking for as many volunteer donors as possible.  Donors ages 16 & 17 need parental permission the first time they donate.   You can get a permission slip from a student council member or Mr. Preheim.  Any teacher or student willing to donate should let a student council member know.  Thank you.   10.    The Band marches in the Hobo Day parade at SDSU on Saturday.   11.    You need to come to school with your laptops charged.  Violations will result in detention.   12.    Congratulations to last week’s “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in and pick up your certificates:  Haley, November & Maci.   13.    Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Ty Sparks  Tardy:  Tanner Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty. 2.       Mrs. Laib has concessions on Thursday.  Mrs. Silbaugh and Mrs. Weaver have gate.   Monday, October 20, 2014 Menu: Sweet & Sour Chicken & Rice   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Mr. Mudder will not be in this morning.   2.        The girls host Platte/Geddes tonight.  C game starts at 5:15.   3.        NHS/Student Council has concessions tonight:  1st shift: Dexter, Kera, Carly.  2nd shift: Hunter H, Alicia, Krista.  1st shift runs from 6:00 to 7:30.  2nd shift from 7:30 to clean-up.   4.        The boys host Gregory on Thursday at 7:00.   5.        Sophomores and seniors have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift 6:30 to end of 1st quarter: November, Joe, Brenden, Jessica.  2nd shift end of 1st quarter to clean-up:  Becca, Julia, Tristan, Riley.   6.        The All-State Octet will be traveling to Freeman for a practice all day on Thursday.  Stop in the office for make-up slips.  There will be no vocal music this Thursday.   7.        The Agri-science teacher will be here at 10:45 today to meet with Trevor, Daniel and Riley.   8.        The student council is sponsoring a blood drive that will take place on Thursday, October 30th from 10:00 to 3:30.  This is important for two reasons.  First of all and most important, the hospital needs blood.  Second, if we are successful one of our seniors can win a nice scholarship.  Armour has had a senior receive one of two scholarships each of the last 5 years.  We are looking for as many volunteer donors as possible.  Donors ages 16 & 17 need parental permission the first time they donate.   You can get a permission slip from a student council member or Mr. Preheim.  Any teacher or student willing to donate should let a student council member know.  Thank you.   9.        No school on Friday due to teacher in-service in the morning and Parent/Teacher Conferences from 1:00 to 7:00.   10.     The Band marches in the Hobo Day parade at SDSU on Saturday.   11.     You need to come to school with your laptops charged.  Violations will result in detention.   12.     Congratulations to last week’s “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in and pick up your certificates:  Haley, November & Maci.   13.     Teachers and students: whoever is the last one in the room at the end of the day make sure and turn off the lights and close the windows.   14.     Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   15.     Don’t forget to check the display case for the MyTI camps at MTI as well as the bulletin board by the teacher’s room for junior and senior visitation days.   Mrs. Schneider will be gone to Springs on Tuesday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Ty Sparks  Tardy:   Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Barker has noon duty.  Mrs. Harnisch has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Laib has concessions tonight.  Mrs. King and Mrs. Wilson have gate. 3.        Mrs. Laib has concessions on Thursday.  Mrs. Silbaugh and Mrs. Weaver have gate. Friday, October 17, 2014 Menu:   chicken and noodles/steamed carrots Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        This Friday marks the end of the 1st quarter.   2.        Congratulations to the Armour HS Quiz Bowl team who beat down Huron yesterday.  Next opponent is Kimball.   3.        We will have a short student council meeting today at 9:55 in Mr. Preheim’s room.  All student council members come to Mr. Preheim’s office at that time.   4.        Mr. Mudder will not be in today.  Mr. Weatherford will be subbing for him.   5.        Teachers and students: whoever is the last one in the room at the end of the day make sure and turn off the lights and close the windows.   6.        The girls play in Scotland today.  7&8 at 3:45 followed by C, JV, & varsity.   C team and Grade School VB players will leave with Mrs. Allen at 2:30 The bus for JV and Varsity VB players will leave here at 4:30 and go thru Tripp then to Scotland   7.       The boys travel to Burke on Friday.   The player bus will leave at 4:00.   8.        The cheerleader van will leave Armour for Burke at 5:15.   9.        Cheerleader van will leave Armour for Burke at 5:15 on Friday.   10.     Any football players 6-12 grade interested in ordering a nighthawk football t-shirt.  Please call or text Jennifer Hrdlicka @605-491-1172.  They will be $10.00 for youth and adult sizes up to XL.   2XL-5XL will be $12.00.  You will pay for them when they come in.  They are not ordering extra’s so if you want one let Jennifer know by the end of the weekend.  Coaches, stats, water boys, camera, etc., included!  11.     Any high school girls interested in majoring in science, engineering or technology are invited to SDSU on Saturday, Nov. 8th for a camp.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   12.     Don’t forget to check the display case for the MyTI camps at MTI as well as the bulletin board by the teacher’s room for junior and senior visitation days.   13.     Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Issabelle  Tardy:   Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty. 2.        HS Teacher meeting Friday morning.   Thursday, October 16, 2014 Menu:  chicken wrap & rice   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        This Friday marks the end of the 1st quarter.   2.        Congratulations to the Armour HS Quiz Bowl team who beat down Huron yesterday.  Next opponent is Kimball.   3.        We will have a short student council meeting today at 9:55 in Mr. Preheim’s room.  All student council members come to Mr. Preheim’s office at that time.   4.        Teachers and students: whoever is the last one in the room at the end of the day make sure and turn off the lights and close the windows.   5.        The girls play in Scotland on Thursday.  7&8 at 3:45 followed by C, JV, & varsity.   C team and Grade School VB players will leave with Mrs. Allen at 2:30 The bus for JV and Varsity VB players will leave here at 4:30 and go thru Tripp then to Scotland   6.       The boys travel to Burke on Friday.   7.        The cheerleader van will leave Armour for Burke at 5:15.   8.        Cheerleader van will leave Armour for Burke at 5:15 on Friday.   9.        Any football players 6-12 grade interested in ordering a nighthawk football t-shirt.  Please call or text Jennifer Hrdlicka @605-491-1172.  They will be $10.00 for youth and adult sizes up to XL.   2XL-5XL will be $12.00.  You will pay for them when they come in.  They are not ordering extra’s so if you want one let Jennifer know by the end of the weekend.  Coaches, stats, water boys, camera, etc., included!  10.     Any high school girls interested in majoring in science, engineering or technology are invited to SDSU on Saturday, Nov. 8th for a camp.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   11.     Don’t forget to check the display case for the MyTI camps at MTI as well as the bulletin board by the teacher’s room for junior and senior visitation days.   12.     Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Issabelle  Tardy:  Ryan Absent:   Detention:  Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty. 2.        HS Teacher meeting Friday morning.   Wednesday, October 15, 2014 Menu:  chicken wrap & rice Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        This Friday marks the end of the 1st quarter.   2.        The following will participate in the KMIT HS Quiz Bowl this morning.  Come to the board room in Chareen’s office at 10:15:  Krista, Brenden, Courtney, Hunter H and Alicia.  We are competing against Huron.   3.        Teachers and students, whoever is the last one in the room at the end of the day make sure and turn off the lights and close the windows.   4.        The girls play in Scotland on Thursday.  7&8 at 3:45 followed by C, JV, & varsity.    5.        The boys travel to Burke on Friday.   6.        The cheerleader van will leave Armour for Burke at 5:15.   7.        Cheerleader van will leave Armour for Burke at 5:15 on Friday.   8.        Change in Parent night. At a joint board meeting of the TD school board and the Armour school board, it was decided to only announce and honor seniors at our respective parent nights. Seniors will get their parent/guardian names to coaches as to how they want them introduced. Each mother will receive flowers and each father receives a small bag of candy. The boards want this to be consistent regardless of where the parent night is held whether in Tripp or in Armour.   This is a change as we previously announced everyone associated with the team. That will NO LONGER be the case for this year at least. ONLY SENIORS AND THEIR PARENT/GUARDIANS WILL BE  INTRODUCED or announced. This includes any stat people, cheerleaders, videographers, or managers.   9.        Congratulations to Krista Fuoss who was selected as “Student of the Month” and Courtney Krsnak who was chosen as “Citizen of the Month.”   10.     Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Haley Dufek, Jordan Mulder, Shalee DeVries, and Courtney Krsnak.   11.     The following is a clarification to our school rules.  E-cigarettes will be treated the same as other cigarettes and are therefore not allowed in school.  E-cigarettes and hookah pipes will be considered a training rules violation with the same consequences as tobacco use.  If you have any questions see Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer.   12.     Any high school girls interested in majoring in science, engineering or technology are invited to SDSU on Saturday, Nov. 8th for a camp.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   13.     Don’t forget to check the display case for the MyTI camps at MTI as well as the bulletin board by the teacher’s room for junior and senior visitation days.   14.     Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Issabelle  Tardy:  Ryan Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty.   Tuesday, October 14, 2014   Menu:  pig in a blanket & potato wedges   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        This Friday marks the end of the 1st quarter.   2.        Mr. Holbeck and Mr. Preheim will be leaving today at 10:30 and should return shortly before the end of the day.                Mr. Weatherford will be here for Mr. Holbeck.    3.        Mrs. Bitterman will be gone for a while this afternoon.  Leaving at 1:00 and returning before the end of the day.   4.        The girls play in Scotland on Thursday.  7&8 at 3:45 followed by C, JV, & varsity.    5.        The boys travel to Burke on Friday.   6.        Congratulations to Krista Fuoss who was selected as “Student of the Month” and Courtney Krsnak who was chosen as “Citizen of the Month.”   7.        Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Haley Dufek, Jordan Mulder, Shalee DeVries, and Courtney Krsnak.   8.        A Lake Area Tech rep will be here today.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   9.        The following is a clarifications to our school rules.  E-cigarettes will be treated the same as other cigarettes and are therefore not allowed in school.  E-cigarettes and hookah pipes will be considered a training rules violation with the same consequences as tobacco use.  If you have any questions see Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer.   10.     Any high school girls interested in majoring in science, engineering or technology are invited to SDSU on Saturday, Nov. 8th for a camp.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   11.     Don’t forget to check the display case for the MyTI camps at MTI as well as the bulletin board by the teacher’s room for junior and senior visitation days.   12.     Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Happy birthday to Riley Harrington.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy:   Absent:  Courtney, Delaney, Hannah Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Wilson has detention duty.   Friday, October 10, 2014   Menu:  chicken quesadilla & corn chips   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        No school on Monday.  Tuesday is an “A” day.   2.        The football game in Howard tonight starts at 7:00 (not 4:00 as in the calendar). Players are dismissed at 3:20 and will leave at 3:30. Cheerleaders, stats, camera person, etc. will leave in the van 4:30. There is a tailgate at the Howard game:  Steak sandwich, chips, beans, bar & drink for $7.00   3.        Jr. High and JV football in Avon at 3:00 on Monday.  Players will leave here at 1:45.   5.        A Black Hills State University rep will be here today around 10:45.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. A Lake Area Tech rep will be here Tuesday, October 14th.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   6.        Any high school girls interested in majoring in science, engineering or technology are invited to SDSU on Saturday, Nov. 8th for a camp.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   7.        Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Mrs. Schneider is in Wessington Springs today.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy: Absent:  Jack, Kera, Jacob, Trevor, Clayton, Justine   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Thursday, October 09, 2014   Menu:  chicken quesadilla and corn chips   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        The girls host Sanborn/Woonsocket tonight.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV and Varsity to follow.   2.        NHS/Student Council have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift: Krista, Hunter, Dexter.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Daniel, Brenden 1st shift is from 6:00 to 7:30 and second shift from 7:30 thru cleanup   3.        The football game in Howard this Friday starts at 7:00 (not 4:00 as in the calendar). Players are dismissed at 3:20 and will leave at 3:30. Cheerleaders, stats, camera person, etc. will leave in the van 4:30. There is a tailgate at the Howard game:  Steak sandwich, chips, beans, bar & drink for $7.00   4.        Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway ticket:  Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Carly Sparks and Riley Harrington.   5.        A Black Hills State University rep will be here on Friday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. A Lake Area Tech rep will be here Tuesday, October 14th.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   6.        Any high school girls interested in majoring in science, engineering or technology are invited to SDSU on Saturday, Nov. 8th for a camp.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   7.        Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy: Absent:  Jack, Kera, Jacob, Trevor, Clayton, Justine Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Holbeck has concessions on Thursday.  Miss Robish and Mrs. Ryan have gate.   Wednesday, October 08, 2014   Menu:  corn dogs and potato wedges   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Geometry students go to Mr. Mudder’s study hall during 5th period today.   2.        The girls host Sanborn/Woonsocket on Thursday.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV and Varsity to follow.   3.        NHS/Student Council have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift: Krista, Hunter, Dexter.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Daniel, Brenden   4.        The football game in Howard this Friday starts at 7:00 (not 4:00 as in the calendar).   Cheerleaders, stats, camera person, etc. will leave in the van 4:30.   5.        Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway ticket:  Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Carly Sparks and Riley Harrington.   6.        A Black Hills State University rep will be here on Friday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. A Lake Area Tech rep will be here Tuesday, October 14th.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   7.        Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy: Absent:  Jack, Kera, Jacob, Trevor, Clayton, Justine Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Holbeck has concessions on Thursday.  Miss Robish and Mrs. Ryan have gate. Wednesday, October 08, 2014   Menu:  corn dogs and potato wedges   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        The girls host Sanborn/Woonsocket on Thursday.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV and Varsity to follow.   2.        NHS/Student Council have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift: Krista, Hunter, Dexter.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Daniel, Brenden   3.        The football game in Howard this Friday starts at 7:00 (not 4:00 as in the calendar).   Cheerleaders, stats, camera person, etc. will leave in the van 4:30.   4.        Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway ticket:  Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Carly Sparks and Riley Harrington.   5.        A Black Hills State University rep will be here on Friday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. A Lake Area Tech rep will be here Tuesday, October 14th.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   6.        Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy: Absent:     Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Holbeck has concessions on Thursday.  Miss Robish and Mrs. Ryan have gate.   Tuesday, October 07, 2014   Menu:  Taco soup, corn ships and salsa   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        There will be fire safety programs for all students in grades K-12 this morning beginning at 8:40 or so.  Not sure how long they will last.  High school students, when the program is done return to your first period class.  Mrs. Harnisch is not here today so we will not have band period.  Therefore, 1st period will continue into morning SRB.  3rd period will begin at 11:00.   2.        The girls host Sanborn/Woonsocket on Thursday.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV and Varsity to follow.   3.        NHS/Student Council have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift: Krista, Hunter, Dexter.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Daniel, Brenden   4.        The football game in Howard this Friday starts at 7:00 (not 4:00 as in the calendar).   Cheerleaders, stats, camera person, etc. will leave in the van 4:30.   5.        Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway ticket:  Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Carly Sparks and Riley Harrington.   6.        A Black Hills State University rep will be here on Friday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. A Lake Area Tech rep will be here Tuesday, October 14th.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   7.        Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy: Ryan Absent:  Justine, Kera, Jordan, Erica, Clayton, Jacob, Paige   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Holbeck has concessions on Thursday.  Miss Robish and Mrs. Ryan have gate. Monday, October 06, 2014   Menu:  pork rib on a bun and sweet potato fries   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       The girls travel to Wagner tonight.  C match at 5:15 followed by JV and Varsity.   2.       There is Jr High and JV football today in Scotland.  JH game at 4:00 with JV to follow.  Players are dismissed at 2:15 and will leave at 2:30.   3.       The girls host Sanborn/Woonsocket on Thursday.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV and Varsity to follow.   4.       NHS/Student Council have concessions on Thursday.  1st shift: Krista, Hunter, Dexter.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Daniel, Brenden   5.       The football game in Howard this Friday starts at 7:00 (not 4:00 as in the calendar).   6.       Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway ticket:  Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Carly Sparks and Riley Harrington.   7.       A Black Hills State University rep will be here on Friday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested.   8.       Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   Mr. Schneider will be here on Wednesday.  Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Paige  Tardy: David, Kasey, Kera Absent:  Jessica, Becca, Hunter H, Maci, Clayton   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       Mr. Holbeck has concessions on Thursday.  Miss Robish and Mrs. Ryan have gate.   Friday, October 03, 2014 Menu:  fish wedges and tri tators   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Tracy Moody, the teacher of anatomy & physiology will be here this morning and will meet with all A&P students from 8:45 to 10:00 or so in the English room.  Students in Earth Science should go to Mr. Mudder’s room 1st period and work on Earth Science.   There will be no U.S. History today.  All juniors will have Algebra II 3rd period.  Mr. Holbeck’s 3rd period study hall should go to Mr. Mudder’s room 3rd period.   2.       There will be Shop IV and Shop II 1st period today.  Senior Math students go to Mr. Holbeck’s room 1st period today.   3.       Congratulations to the girls on their 3-0 victory over Corsica/Stickney last night.   4.       There is Jr High and JV football Monday in Scotland.  JH game at 4:00 with JV to follow.  Players are dismissed at 2:15 and will leave at 2:30.   5.       The boys have a bye in football this week.   6.       Congratulations to the weekly “Effort Award” winners.  Stop in for your Subway ticket:  Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Carly Sparks and Riley Harrington.   7.       Flu shots will be given for free for students here at school on Wednesday, October 22nd.  You will be given information and permission forms and you are to make sure your parents receive and sign the consent form if they want you to get the shot.  It is highly recommended.   8.       Youth group will be at the Reformed Church this Sunday at 5:30.  All 7-12 grade students are invited to attend.  If you would like to purchase a t-shirt, you will need to bring $10.00 with you this Sunday.  I you are unable to attend this week but would like to order a t-shirt please text Jennifer Hrdlicka at 605-491-1172.   9.       The Burke After Prom Committee will be hosting a chili cook off before the Nighthawks versus Burke/South Central football game on Friday October 17, 2014 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm. The chili cook off will be held on main street Burke at the Civic Center.  The public is welcome to come sample the chili and cast your vote for the best.  Cost for sampling will be $7.00 for adults and $5.00 for kids age 10 and under.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Trevor Lau  Tardy:  Issabelle Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       The flu shots will be available for teachers on the 22nd as well.  Free to those on our Health Plan for sure.  Not certain about others. Thursday, October 02, 2014 Menu:  chicken wrap and rice   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Picture retakes will be taken this morning starting at 9:00.   2.       Mr. Barker will be gone with the Shop III class all day today. (Teachers, don’t count these students absent) Get your work made up:  Ryan B, David G, Jack H, Janaya I, Blaze K, Jacob L, Keegan P   3.       Mr. Hornstra will be here for Mr. Barker this afternoon.  Shop I and Shop V will be held in the shop.   4.       Seniors will have Personal Finance this morning instead of Shop IV.  On Friday during 1st period, Shop IV students will  help lay cement.  Senior Math students will have class with Mr. Holbeck 1st period on Friday.   5.       Tracy Moody, the teacher of anatomy & physiology, is coming here on Friday morning and will meet with all A&P students from 8:45 to 10:00 or so.  Students in Earth Science should go to Mr. Mudder’s room 1st period and work on Earth Science.   There will be no U.S. History on Friday.  All juniors will have Algebra II 3rd period.  Mr. Holbeck’s 3rd period study hall should go to Mr. Mudder’s room 3rd period.   6.       The girls travel to Corsica tonight.  7 & 8 combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   7.       There is Jr High and JV football Monday in Scotland.  JH game at 4:00 with JV to follow.  Players are dismissed at 2:15 and will leave at 2:30.   8.       The boys have a bye in football this week.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Trevor Lau   Tardy:  Julia, Kasey Absent:  Tristan, Hunter, Teachers: 1.       Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       Teachers, don’t count students absent who are gone on a school activity (ie. Shop III trip). Wednesday, October 01, 2014 Menu:  super nachos and salad bar   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Picture retakes will be Thursday starting at 9:00.   2.        We will have Teachers as Advisors for seniors only during morning SRB.  That will be followed by a NHS meeting in Mr. Holbeck’s room at 10:30.   All 9-11 band members should go to band.  9-11 SRB go to Mr. Mudder’s room.  Seniors go to the rooms assigned below. At 10:30 all NHS members should go to Mr. Holbeck’s room.  That is all including those in band. At 10:30 all seniors in band who are not in NHS should go to band. At 10:30 all seniors not in band nor NHS should go to Mr. Mudder’s room. 3.        Mr. Barker will be gone with the Shop III class all day on Thursday. Get your work made up:  Ryan B, David G, Jack H, Janaya I, Blaze K, Jacob L, Keegan P   4.        Tracy Moody, the teacher of anatomy & physiology, is coming here on Friday morning and will meet with all A&P students from 8:45 to 10:00 or so.  Students in Earth Science should go to Mr. Mudder’s room 1st period and work on Earth Science.   There will be no U.S. History on Friday.  All juniors will have Algebra II 3rd period.  Mr. Holbeck’s 3rd period study hall should go to Mr. Mudder’s room 3rd period.   5.        The girls travel to Corsica on Thursday.  7 & 8 combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   6.        The boys have a bye in football this week.   Happy birthday to David Gastonguay.   Chareen and Mr. Glanzer are gone today.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Trevor Lau  Tardy:  Kasey, Jessica Absent:  Gracie, Issabelle Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.   Tuesday, September 30, 2014 Menu:  super nachos and salad bar   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Picture retakes will be Thursday starting at 9:00.   2.        We will have Teachers as Advisors for seniors only during morning SRB.  That will be followed by a NHS meeting in Mr. Holbeck’s room at 10:30.   All 9-11 band members should go to band.  9-11 SRB go to Mr. Mudder’s room.  Seniors go to the rooms assigned below. At 10:30 all NHS members should go to Mr. Holbeck’s room.  That is all including those in band. At 10:30 all seniors in band who are not in NHS should go to band. At 10:30 all seniors not in band nor NHS should go to Mr. Mudder’s room.     3.        Mr. Barker will be gone with the Shop III class all day on Thursday. Get your work made up:  Ryan B, David G, Jack H, Janaya I, Blaze K, Jacob L, Keegan P   4.        Tracy Moody, the teacher of anatomy & physiology, is coming here on Friday morning and will meet with all A&P students from 8:45 to 10:00 or so.  We may move a few things around 3rd period to get Algebra II and US History in.  3rd period study hall may also be affected.   6.        The girls travel to Corsica on Thursday.  7 & 8 combo at 5:15 with JV and varsity to follow.   7.        The boys have a bye in football this week.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Trevor Lau  Tardy: Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty.   Monday, September 29, 2014   Menu:  chicken drumsticks and mashed potatoes   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to the boys on their victory over Marty on Friday.   2.        Picture retakes will be Thursday starting at 9:00.   3.        We will have Teachers as Advisors for seniors only during morning SRB on Wednesday.  That will be followed by a NHS meeting in Mr. Holbeck’s room at 10:30.   4.        Mr. Barker will be gone with the Shop III class all day on Thursday. Get make-up slips today:  Ryan B, David G, Jack H, Janaya I, Blaze K, Jacob L, Keegan P   5.        Tracy Moody, the teacher of anatomy & physiology, is coming here on Friday morning and will meet with all A&P students from 8:45 to 11:00 or so.  Therefore, we have to move the schedule around a little to get all classes in.  It affects only the juniors and 3rd & 5th Study Halls.                   1st Period                Juniors in A&P go to Mrs. Schneider’s room (others go to Mr. Holbeck’s)                 3rd Period               Juniors will have Algebra II with Mr. Holbeck                                                 Those of you in study hall 3rd period on “A” days will go to Mr. Mudder’s room                 5th Period              Juniors will have U.S. History in Mr. Mudder’s room                                                 Those of you in 5th study hall will go to Mrs. Schneider’s room   6.       The girls play Plankinton/Mount Vernon VB tonight in Tripp.  7&8 at 4:00 followed by C, JV, and Varsity.   7.       The girls play Parkston Tuesday night in Tripp.  7&8 at 4:00 followed by C, JV, and Varsity.   8.       The junior high and “C” team will leave at 3:00 tonight and Tuesday.  They are to be dismissed at 2:50.  See your teachers ASAP.   9.       Junior high football in Armour vs. Marty today.   10.    The girls travel to Corsica on Thursday.   11.    The boys have a bye in football this week.   Mrs. Schneider will be in Springs on Thursday this week.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Trevor Lau  Tardy: Absent:  Julia, Carly, Hunter H   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Mudder has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty Thursday, September 25, 2014   Menu:  chicken nuggets and sweet potato fries  Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Picture retakes will be Thursday, October 2nd.   2.        The band is gone to Arlington today.    Schedule for today:                 1st Period                Juniors go to Algebra II                                                 9th, 10th, & 12th go to Shop                 Morn SRB             Remain in shop or come to HS building                 3rd Period               All in Mr. Weber’s room                 Afternoon SRB      All in Mr. Mudder’s room                 5th Period              All in Mr. Mudder’s room                 6th Period              All in Mrs. Schneider’s room   3.       The girls volleyball team travels to Mitchell Christian tonight.  7th-8th combo at 5:15 followed by JV and Varsity.   4.       Tonight’s transportation for VB:  Grade players will leave at right after school with the van. Mr. Hornstra will drive a high school bus leaving Armour at 4:30 and will pass thru Tripp on the way to Mitchell.   5.       Just a reminder that the Plankinton/Mount Vernon VB match has been moved to September 29 instead of October 14th and will be played in Tripp.   6.       The boys play Marty at 2:00 on Friday.   FB cheerleaders, stats, etc. will leave here at 1:00 in the van on Friday. The boys will be picked up by the Tripp/Delmont bus.  See Mr. Weber for the departure time.   7.       There is no school for students on Friday.  Teacher in-service in morning.  FB game in afternoon.   8.       Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Erica Koster  Tardy: Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty 2.        HS teachers, remember to get into Teachscape prior to Friday to ensure that everything works. Wednesday, September 24, 2014 Menu:  sloppy joes and potato salad   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s    3.        Picture retakes will be Thursday, October 2nd.   4.        The band goes to Arlington on Thursday.  They leave at 7:15 and will return before school is out.    5.        The boys play Marty at 2:00 on Friday.   6.        There is no school for students on Friday.  Teacher in-service in morning.  FB game in afternoon.   9.        Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim.   10.     There is an area youth group sponsored “Meeting at the Flagpole” at 8:10 on Wednesday morning.  All students and staff are invited.  There will be food afterwards.   11.     You should be able to sign into SDMyLife with your email account as your login and your email password as your SDMyLife password.    12.     Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.   13.     Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   14.     If anyone has found or seen a pair of pink/black glasses please let Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer know.   15.     Novels class on Wednesday, 1 October @ 7:50am.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Erica Koster  Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.     Tuesday, September 23, 2014 Menu:  shrimp and tri-tators   Band:     Full Band every day Vocal:    M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to the juniors on winning the skit and float competitions as well as the recycling trophy.   2.        All juniors and seniors are gone with Mr. Preheim and Mr. Weber to attend the Fall Planning Days in Mitchell.  They will be back around 1:30.    3.        Picture retakes will be Thursday, October 2nd.   4.        The band goes to Arlington on Thursday.  They leave at 7:15 and will return before school is out.    5.        The boys play Marty at 2:00 on Friday.   6.        There is no school for students on Friday.  Teacher in-service in morning.  FB game in afternoon.   7.        The girls host Lake Andes in volleyball action tonight.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV, and Varsity to follow.  The girls travel to Mitchell Christian on Thursday.   8.        NHS/Student Council has concessions tonight.  1st shift:  Julia, Alicia, Hannah.  2nd: Kera, Jessica, Jacob   9.        Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim.   10.     There is an area youth group sponsored “Meeting at the Flagpole” at 8:10 on Wednesday morning.  All students and staff are invited.  There will be food afterwards.   11.     You should be able to sign into SDMyLife with your email account as your login and your email password as your SDMyLife password.    12.     Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.   13.     Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   14.     If anyone has found or seen a pair of pink/black glasses please let Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer know.   15.     Novels class on Wednesday, 1 October @ 7:50am.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Erica Koster  Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.        Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.        Mr. Barker has concessions on Tuesday.  Mrs. Harnisch and Mrs. Sparks have gate. Monday, September 22, 2014 Menu:  shrimp and tri-tators   Band:      Full Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Congratulations to the juniors on winning the skit and float competitions as well as the recycling trophy.   2.       All juniors and seniors are gone with Mr. Preheim and Mr. Weber to attend the Fall Planning Days in Mitchell.  They will be back around 1:30.    3.       Picture retakes will be Thursday, October 2nd.   4.       The band goes to Arlington on Thursday.  They leave at 7:15 and will return before school is out.    5.       The boys play Marty at 2:00 on Friday.   6.       There is no school for students on Friday.  Teacher inservice in morning.  FB game in afternoon.   7.       The girls host Lake Andes in volleyball action tinight.  7&8 at 4:00 with C, JV, and Varsity to follow.  The girls travel to Mitchell Christian on Thursday.   8.       NHS/Student Council has concessions tonight.  1st shift:  Julia, Alicia, Hannah.  2nd: Kera, Jessica, Jacob   9.       Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim.   10.    There is an area youth group sponsored “Meeting at the Flagpole” at 8:10 on Wednesday morning.  All students and staff are invited.  There will be food afterwards.   11.    You should be able to sign into SD MyLife with your email account as your login and your email password as your SDMyLife password.    12.    Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.   13.    Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   14.    If anyone has found or seen a pair of pink/black glasses please let Mr. Preheim or Mr. Glanzer know.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Erica Koster  Tardy: Absent:   Teachers: 1.       Mrs. Harnisch has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Mr. Barker has concessions on Tuesday.  Mrs. Harnisch and Mrs. Sparks have gate. Friday, September 19, 2014 Menu:  beef fingers and tator tots   Band:       Full Band every day Vocal:      M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to Courtney Krsnak who was selected by the high school staff as the DAR Good Citizen Award Recipient. 2.        Congratulations to Brenden Van Der Werff who is a National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist.  That is a very high achievement.  3.        In theory, you should now all be able to sign into SD MyLife with your email account as your login and your email password as your SDMyLife password.  Try it. 4.        Juniors and seniors, get your College Fair Registration completed and give Mr. Preheim your printed copy. 5.        Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim this week.   6.        The girls play at Freeman on Thursday.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity. The van with the grades school team and the “C” team will leave at 2:30.  Girls will have to be dismissed at 2:20.  The Armour bus with JV and Varsity will leave here at 4:30. 7.        Concessions for Friday:  1st shift-Haley, Sydney, Carly, Mariah.  2nd shift-Daniel, Jordan M, Janaya, and Hunter H. 8.        JV Bus for Monday, Sept. 22nd game at Gayville:  Mr. Weber will take bus from here, stop in Tripp, and proceed to Gayville.  Time TBA   9.        There will be a USD representative here at 2:45 on Thursday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. 10.     Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.  11.     Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   12.     Any students driving any vehicle of any type in the parade need to get a “permission to drive” slip from Mr. Preheim and get it signed and returned.  Mr. Preheim will not be in school on Thursday.  NO ONE has yet to pick up a form.  Therefore, the assumption is that no one is driving a float or any other vehicle in the parade.  If you are, you MUST see Mr. Preheim today! 13.     Parade at 1:00 on Friday.  All students are to report to your home rooms at 8:30 where you had your class meetings.  You will go out as a class to your work site.  School is in session until 12:00 when you are dismissed for lunch.  Therefore, you are to stay together as a class until that time.  Either at the work site or at the school.  School is not officially over until after the parade.  Busses will run after the parade.  14.     There is no driving to the float building or during float building without permission from your advisors or administration and there must be a reason for you to drive (ie. you have lots of cardboard , etc. in your vehicle.  No driving between noon and the end of the parade unless there is a specific reason and you have parental and permission from Mr. Preheim.   15.     The Armour Community Youth Group will be meeting at the theater Sunday at 2:15 p.m. to attend When the Game Stands Tall. The youth group will pay for your movie tickets but you will need your own money for concessions. After the movie, we will be having supper at the UCC and discussing the movie. Everyone grades 7-12 welcome. 16.     Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff. 17.     Grade football tournament in Andes on Saturday. 18.     Grade bus for Monday, Sept 22nd at Bonesteel:  Mr. Gemar will stop with the Tripp bus and pick up our players and coaches.  Time TBA 19.     The Armour school is saving Campbell soup UPC’s, Box Tops for Education, and Coke Rewards.  Turn them in to your homeroom teacher or Chareen.   Miss Sandau will be gone on Thursday and Friday.  She will return as Mrs. Ziegler.  Mrs. Schneider will be gone to Springs on Thursday.  Mr. Preheim will be gone on Thursday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Mason Koehn  Tardy: Absent: Becca Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Sigfried has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Biederstedt and Mr. Schneider have gate.   Thursday, September 18, 2014 Menu:  beef fingers and tator tots   Band:       Full Band every day Vocal:      M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to Courtney Krsnak who was selected by the high school staff as the DAR Good Citizen Award Recipient. 2.        Congratulations to Brenden Van Der Werff who is a National Merit Scholar Semi-Finalist.  That is a very high achievement. 3.        In theory, you should now all be able to sign into SD MyLife with your email account as your login and your email password as your SDMyLife password.  Try it. 4.        Juniors and seniors, get your College Fair Registration completed and give Mr. Preheim your printed copy. 5.        Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim this week.   6.        The girls play at Freeman on Thursday.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity. The van with the grades school team and the “C” team will leave at 2:30.  Girls will have to be dismissed at 2:20.  The Armour bus with JV and Varsity will leave here at 4:30. 7.        Concessions for Friday:  1st shift-Haley, Sydney, Carly, Mariah.  2nd shift-Daniel, Jordan M, Janaya, and Hunter H. 8.        JV Bus for Monday, Sept. 22nd game at Gayville:  Mr. Weber will take bus from here, stop in Tripp, and proceed to Gayville.  Time TBA   9.        There will be a USD representative here at 2:45 on Thursday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. 10.     Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.  11.     Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   12.     Any students driving any vehicle of any type in the parade need to get a “permission to drive” slip from Mr. Preheim and get it signed and returned.  Mr. Preheim will not be in school on Thursday.  NO ONE has yet to pick up a form.  Therefore, the assumption is that no one is driving a float or any other vehicle in the parade.  If you are, you MUST see Mr. Preheim today! 13.     Parade at 1:00 on Friday.  All students are to report to your home rooms at 8:30 where you had your class meetings.  You will go out as a class to your work site.  School is in session until 12:00 when you are dismissed for lunch.  Therefore, you are to stay together as a class until that time.  Either at the work site or at the school.  School is not officially over until after the parade.  Busses will run after the parade.  14.     There is no driving to the float building or during float building without permission from your advisors or administration and there must be a reason for you to drive (ie. you have lots of cardboard , etc. in your vehicle.  No driving between noon and the end of the parade unless there is a specific reason and you have parental and permission from Mr. Preheim.   15.     The Armour Community Youth Group will be meeting at the theater Sunday at 2:15 p.m. to attend When the Game Stands Tall. The youth group will pay for your movie tickets but you will need your own money for concessions. After the movie, we will be having supper at the UCC and discussing the movie. Everyone grades 7-12 welcome. 16.     Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff. 17.     Grade football tournament in Andes on Saturday. 18.     Grade bus for Monday, Sept 22nd at Bonesteel:  Mr. Gemar will stop with the Tripp bus and pick up our players and coaches.  Time TBA 19.     The Armour school is saving Campbell soup UPC’s, Box Tops for Education, and Coke Rewards.  Turn them in to your homeroom teacher or Chareen.   Miss Sandau will be gone on Thursday and Friday.  She will return as Mrs. Ziegler.  Mrs. Schneider will be gone to Springs on Thursday.  Mr. Preheim will be gone on Thursday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Mason Koehn  Tardy: Absent: Becca Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Sigfried has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Biederstedt and Mr. Schneider have gate.   Wednesday, September 17, 2014 Menu:  BBQ pork sandwiches and green beans   Band:       Full Band every day Vocal:      M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Winners for Zombie Day were:  Hannah Wold and Devin Roberts 2.        Maci and Mariah please turn in Packer clothes you borrowed for Packer Day to Mr. Glanzer. 3.        Today is sign t-shirt day.  All signings need to be school appropriate.  Both the signor and signee are responsible.   4.        The girls play at Freeman on Thursday.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity. The van with the grades school team and the “C” team will leave at 2:30.  Girls will have to be dismissed at 2:20.  The Armour bus with JV and Varsity will leave here at 4:30. 5.        Concessions for Friday:  1st shift-Haley, Sydney, Carly, Mariah.  2nd shift-Daniel, Becca, Janaya, and Hunter H.   6.        Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim this week.   7.        There will be a USD representative here at 2:45 on Thursday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. 8.        Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.  9.        Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   10.     Any students driving any vehicle of any type in the parade need to get a “permission to drive” slip from Mr. Preheim and get it signed and returned.  Mr. Preheim will not be in school on Thursday.  NO ONE has yet to pick up a form.  Therefore, the assumption is that no one is driving a float or any other vehicle in the parade.  If you are, you MUST see Mr. Preheim today!   11.     Parade at 1:00 on Friday.  All students are to report to your home rooms at 8:30 where you had your class meetings.  You will go out as a class to your work site.  School is in session until 12:00 when you are dismissed for lunch.  Therefore, you are to stay together as a class until that time.  Either at the work site or at the school.  School is not officially over until after the parade.  Busses will run after the parade.    There is no driving to the float building or during float building without permission from your advisors or administration and there must be a reason for you to drive (ie. you have lots of cardboard , etc. in your vehicle.  No driving between noon and the end of the parade unless there is a specific reason and you have parental and permission from Mr. Preheim.   12.     The Armour Community Youth Group will be meeting at the theater Sunday at 2:15 p.m. to attend When the Game Stands Tall. The youth group will pay for your movie tickets but you will need your own money for concessions. After the movie, we will be having supper at the UCC and discussing the movie. Everyone grades 7-12 welcome.   13.     Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   14.     The Armour school is saving Campbell soup UPC’s, Box Tops for Education, and Coke Rewards.  Turn them in to your homeroom teacher or Chareen.   Miss Sandau will be gone on Thursday and Friday.  She will return as Mrs. Ziegler.  Mrs. Schneider will be gone to Springs on Thursday.  Mr. Preheim will be gone on Thursday.   Dress up days for homecoming week are as follows:         Thursday – Class Color Day:  K-DkBlue; 1st-Red; 2nd-DkGreen; 3rd-yellow; 4th-LtBlue; 5th-gray; 6th-lime green; 7th-gold; 8th-pink                                                            9th-white; 10th-orange; 11th-pruple; 12th-black         Friday – Nighthawk Day   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Mason Koehn    Tardy: Absent: Becca Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Sigfried has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Biederstedt and Mrs. Bigge have gate.   Tuesday, September 16, 2014 Menu:  Swedish meat balls and mashed potatoes   Band:       Full Band every day Vocal:      M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.        Congratulations to King Tanner and Queen Courtney. 2.        Winners for Maroon & Gold day were:  Gunnar Dally and Courtney Krsnak. 3.        Winners of the skit competition were the juniors. 4.        Student council will also sponsor a prize for the winner of the high school float competition. 5.        Student council members and seniors need to take down the stage today and return everything to its correct location.   6.        Mr. Barker is not here today.  Mr. Hornstra is subbing for him.   7.        The girls travel to Tyndall tonight.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity.  The van with the grades school team and the “C” team will leave at 2:45.  Girls will have to be dismissed at 2:35.  The Armour bus with JV and Varsity will leave here at 4:45. 8.        The girls play at Freeman on Thursday.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity. The van with the grades school team and the “C” team will leave at 2:30.  Girls will have to be dismissed at 2:20.  The Armour bus with JV and Varsity will leave here at 4:30. 9.        Concessions for Friday:  1st shift-Haley, Sydney, Carly, Mariah.  2nd shift-Daniel, Becca, Janaya, and Hunter H.   10.     Seniors, make sure and get your Jostens orders turned in to Mr. Preheim this week.   11.     There will be a USD representative here at 2:45 on Thursday.  See Mr. Preheim if interested. 12.     Anyone interested in attending any of Mitchell Tech’s MyTI Days should check out the display case.  The first one is the Construction Camp on October 16th.  13.     Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   14.     Any students driving any vehicle of any type in the parade need to get a “permission to drive” slip from Mr. Preheim and get it signed and returned.  Mr. Preheim will not be in school on Thursday.   15.     Parade at 1:00 on Friday.  All students are to report to your home rooms at 8:30 where you had your class meetings.  You will go out as a class to your work site.  There is no driving without permission from your advisors or administration.  School is in session until 12:00 when you are dismissed for lunch.  Therefore, you are to stay together as a class until that time.  Either at the work site or at the school.  School is not officially over until after the parade.  Busses will run after the parade.  No driving between noon and the end of the parade without permission. 16.     Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   17.     The Armour school is saving Campbell soup UPC’s, Box Tops for Education, and Coke Rewards.  Turn them in to your homeroom teacher or Chareen.   Miss Sandau will be gone on Thursday and Friday.  She will return as Mrs. Ziegler.  Mrs. Schneider will be gone to Springs on Thursday.  Mr. Preheim will be gone on Thursday.   Dress up days for homecoming week are as follows:         Wednesday – hat, candy, sign t-shirt day/senior toga day.         Thursday – Class Color Day:  K-DkBlue; 1st-Red; 2nd-DkGreen; 3rd-yellow; 4th-LtBlue; 5th-gray; 6th-lime green; 7th-gold; 8th-pink                                                            9th-white; 10th-orange; 11th-pruple; 12th-black         Friday – Nighthawk Day   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Mason Koehn    Tardy: Absent: Becca Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. 2.        Mrs. Sigfried has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Biederstedt and Mrs. Bigge have gate.   Monday, September 15, 2014 Menu:  enchiladas and refried beans   Band:      Full Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s 1.       Coronation tonight at 7:30.    2.       All high school students are invited to a bonfire at Courtney’s house following Coronation.   3.       Student council members and seniors can decorate the stage in their free time today.   4.       We will rehearse for coronation at 1:00 today in the gym.  All choir members, royalty candidates, and junior emcees need to be in the gym at that time.   5.       The JV football game scheduled for today in Tripp has been moved to next Monday, September 22nd, and will be played in Gayville.  All JV football players make sure your parents know this.  We don’t want anyone leaving for Gayville this afternoon.   7.       The girls travel to Tyndall on Tuesday.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity.   8.       The girls play at Freeman on Thursday.  7th & 8th play at 4:00, followed by C, JV and Varsity.   9.       Concessions for Friday:  1st shift-Haley, Sydney, Carly, Mariah.  2nd shift-Daniel, Becca, Janaya, and Hunter H.   10.    Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   11.    Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   12.    The Armour school is saving Campbell soup UPC’s, Box Tops for Education, and Coke Rewards.  Turn them in to your homeroom teacher or Chareen.   Dress up days for homecoming week are as follows:         Monday – Packer Day (Maroon & Gold); Tuesday – zombie day; Wednesday – hat, candy, sign t-shirt day/senior toga day.         Thursday – Class Color Day:  K-DkBlue; 1st-Red; 2nd-DkGreen; 3rd-yellow; 4th-LtBlue; 5th-gray; 6th-lime green; 7th-gold; 8th-pink                                                            9th-white; 10th-orange; 11th-pruple; 12th-black         Friday – Nighthawk Day   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Mason Koehn    Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.       Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mr. Holbeck has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. 2.       Mrs. Sigfried has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Biederstedt and Mrs. Bigge have gate.   Friday, September 12, 2014 Menu:  breakfast pizza and tri-tators   Band:      Full Band every day Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       The boys travel to Gaville/Volin tonight.   2.       The player bus leaves at 3:15.  HS FB players are dismissed at 3:00 on.  You must go to the start of your 6th period class but get your assignments today.  Cheerleaders and stats leave at 5:00.   3.       Coronation Monday night at 7:30.   4.       All high school students are invited to a bonfire at Courtney’s house following Coronation.   5.       Student council members and seniors can decorate the stage in their free time today and Monday.   6.       Anyone wanting a flower for their mother at homecoming should let a football cheerleader know by Friday.  They are $5.   7.       Cheer girls may be excused during study halls and SRB’s this week to hang posters on main street.   8.       The girls host DC on Saturday.    9.       NHS/Student council has concessions on Saturday.  1st shift: Daniel, Carly & Jacob.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Brenedn, Hannah.   10.    The band will march in Delmont’s parade on Saturday, September 13th.  Parade is at 11:00.   11.    Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.   12.    Congratulations to this week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners:  Devin Roberts, Joseph Majerus, Shalee DeVries, and Brenden Van Der Werff.   13.    The Armour school is saving Campbell soup UPC’s, Box Tops for Education, and Coke Rewards.  Turn them in to your homeroom teacher or Chareen.   Dress up days for homecoming week are as follows:         Monday – Packer Day (Maroon & Gold); Tuesday – zombie day; Wednesday – hat, candy, sign t-shirt day/senior toga day.         Thursday – Class Color Day:  K-DkBlue; 1st-Red; 2nd-DkGreen; 3rd-yellow; 4th-LtBlue; 5th-gray; 6th-lime green; 7th-gold; 8th-pink                                                            9th-white; 10th-orange; 11th-pruple; 12th-black        Friday – Nighthawk Day   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Riley Hrdlicka    Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Mr. Mudder has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Koster and Mrs. Bigge have gate.   Wednesday, September 09, 2014 Menu:  chicken and noodles / peas   Band:      M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       The girls play in White Lake on Thursday.  2.       The boys travel to Gaville/Volin on Friday. 3.       HS FB players are dismissed at 3:00 on Friday.  You must go to the start of your 6th period class but get your assignments today.  Bus will leave at 3:15.  Cheerleaders and stats leave at 5:00.   4.       The girls host DC on Saturday.  5.       NHS/Student council has concessions on Saturday.  1st shift: Daniel, Carly & Jacob.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Brenedn, Hannah.   6.       The band will march in Delmont’s parade on Saturday, September 13th.   7.       Jostens will be here Thursday morning to take ring orders from sophomores.  Seniors, return your Jostens materials to Mr. Preheim by next Monday. 8.       Seniors, you need to select a class motto and flower by Monday.   9.       We will have class meetings on Thursday SRB/Vocal.  That will be your last class meeting before coronation. 10.    Royalty candidates remember to bring your Nighthawk apparel for the program picture we will take on Thursday. 11.    Anyone wanting a flower for their mother at homecoming should let a football cheerleader know by Friday.  They are $5. 12.    Cheer girls may be excused during study halls and SRB’s this week to hang posters on main street.   13.    Anyone seniors interested in attending SDSU Senior day on September 20th should see Mr. Preheim for more information.  14.    Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners.  Erica Koster, Julia David, Dexter Jelsma, Alicia Huebner.   15.    On Wednesday the HS VB team will take a team picture before practice starts in Armour.  Bring your uniforms.   Dress up days for homecoming week are as follows:         Monday – Packer Day (Maroon & Gold); Tuesday – zombie day; Wednesday – hat, candy, sign t-shirt day/senior toga day.         Thursday – Class Color Day:  K-DkBlue; 1st-Red; 2nd-DkGreen; 3rd-yellow; 4th-LtBlue; 5th-gray; 6th-lime green; 7th-gold; 8th-pink  9th-white; 10th-orange; 11th-pruple; 12th-black         Friday – Nighthawk Day   Mrs. Schneider is in Springs today.  Mr. Preheim is at a workshop today.            Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Riley Hrdlicka    Tardy: Absent:     Teachers: 1.       Mr. Weber has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Mr. Mudder has concessions on Saturday.  Mrs. Koster and Mrs. Bigge have gate. Tuesday, September 09, 2014 Menu:  crispitos and refried beans   Band:      M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       The girls play in Avon tonight.  Jr. High at 4:00 followed by C, B, and Varsity matches.  The girls play in White Lake on Thursday.  Same schedule.   2.       All high school volleyball players (C, B & A teams) will leave right after school today.  When the bell rings, you need to get your stuff and get on the bus.   3.       The boys travel to Gaville/Volin on Friday.   4.       The girls host DC on Saturday.    5.       NHS/Student council has concessions on Saturday.  1st shift: Daniel, Carly & Jacob.  2nd shift: Gunnar, Brenedn, Hannah.   6.       The band will march in Delmont’s parade on Saturday, September 13th.   7.       We will have class meetings on Thursday SRB/Vocal.  That will be your last class meeting before coronation.   8.       Anyone wanting a flower for their mother at homecoming should let a football cheerleader know by Friday.  They are $5.   9.       Cheer girls may be excused during study halls and SRB’s this week to hang posters on main street.   10.    Congratulations to last week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners.  Erica Koster, Julia David, Dexter Jelsma, Alicia Huebner.   11.    On Wednesday the HS VB team will take a team picture before practice starts in Armour.  Bring your uniforms.   12.    Keep checking the bulletin board for junior and senior day college visits.  We have not received any flyers or posters yet, but SDSU is having a Senior Day on September 20th.   13.    The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   14.    21st CCLC Family night: Pre-school to 8th graders and their parents are welcome to come join the fun tonight  at 7:00 PM in the multi-purpose room and gym. The Sioux Falls ZooMobile will be here with animals and more. Free reptile book and CD for each family that attends. Door prizes too, so ZOOM on in!!!   Dress up days for homecoming week are as follows:         Monday – Packer Day (Maroon & Gold); Tuesday – zombie day; Wednesday – hat, candy, sign t-shirt day/senior toga day.         Thursday – Class Color Day:  K-DkBlue; 1st-Red; 2nd-DkGreen; 3rd-yellow; 4th-LtBlue; 5th-gray; 6th-lime green; 7th-gold; 8th-pink                                                            9th-white; 10th-orange; 11th-pruple; 12th-black         Friday – Nighthawk Day   Mrs. Schneider will be in Wessington Springs on Wednesday.  Mr. Preheim will be gone to a workshop on Wednesday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Riley Hrdlicka    Happy birthday to Alica Huebner.   Tardy: Absent: Hunter S, Erica K Friday, September 05, 2014   Menu:  walking tacos and salad bar   Band:      M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       The boys play Scotland in Tripp tonight at 7:00.  It is Tripp/Delmont’s homecoming.   2.       No school for students on Monday for teacher inservice.  Tuesday will be a “A” day.   3.       The girls will play Avon on Tuesday.  Jr. High at 4:00 followed by C, B, and Varsity matches.   4.       The band will march in Delmont’s parade on Saturday, September 13th.   5.       Overdue make-up slip: Jacob.  Slips due today:  Jack, Kera, Issabelle.  Reminders will not be put in the announcements anymore.  You need to get them signed, turned in, and/or get extensions to avoid detention.   6.       Congratulations to this week’s effort award winners.  Stop in for your “Subway” ticket effort award winners.  Erica Koster, Julia David, Dexter Jelsma, Alicia Huebner.   7.       Brenda Lau will be placing a Nighthawk apparel order on September 9th.  Apparel will be here prior to homecoming.  Contact Brenda at 724-2777 to place an order.   8.       On Monday, Sept. 8, the Jr High VB team will take a team picture before practice starts in Armour.  Bring your uniforms.   9.       On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the HS VB team will take a team picture before practice starts in Armour.  Bring your uniforms.   10.    All grade FB, VB, and high school FB, VB, and FB Cheerleading individual memory mates will be taken on Thursday after ping pong pictures.  Bring uniforms if you want to take a memory mate picture.   11.    Keep checking the bulletin board for junior and senior day college visits.  We have not received any flyers or posters yet, but SDSU is having a Senior Day on September 20th.   12.    The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   13.    21st CCLC Family night: Pre-school  to 8th graders and their parents are welcome to come join the fun on Tuesday September 9th  at 7:00 PM in the multi-purpose room and gym. The Sioux Falls ZooMobile will be here with animals and more. Free reptile book and CD for each family that attends. Door prizes too, so ZOOM on in!!!   14.    Community youth group at Grandview on Sunday at 5:30.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss    Happy birthday to Jamin Leonard who will celebrate tomorrow and to Delaney who will celebrate on Sunday.   Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. Thursday, September 04, 2014 Menu:  hot ham and cheese, peas   Band:      M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s (This week we will have All-State on Thursday)   1.       Congratulations to this year’s Royalty.  Candidates for King are:  Tanner Carda, Gunnar Dally, and Clayton Lau.  Candidates for Queen are Maci Harrington, Courtney Krsnak, and Hannah Wold.   2.       This week we will have All-State Chorus for vocal instead of women’s on Thursday.   3.       The girls play Bridgewater/Emery in Tripp tonight.  Junior high and Sydney, November, Haley and Paige will leave at 2:55.  The rest of the high school will leave at 5:15.   4.       Brenda Lau will be placing a Nighthawk apparel order on September 9th.  Apparel will be here prior to homecoming.  Contact Brenda at 724-2777 to place an order.   5.       Magazine sales will begin this week.  The sales rep will be here to meet with the juniors at 1:00 today.   6.       Ping pong pictures and football, volleyball, and football cheerleader memory mates will be taken on Thursday.  Forms for both can be found on the table in the upstairs hallway. Mariah, Krista, Courtney, Hannah and Alicia are helping with pics on Thursday    7.        On Monday, Sept. 8, the Jr High VB team will take a team picture before practice starts in Armour.  Bring your uniforms. 8.       On Wednesday, Sept. 10, the HS VB team will take a team picture before practice starts in Armour.  Bring your uniforms. 9.       All grade FB, VB, and high school FB, VB, and FB Cheerleading individual memory mates will be taken on Thursday after ping pong pictures.  Bring uniforms if you want to take a memory mate picture.   10.    Worker lists for concessions have been posted on the bulletin boards.  You are responsible to know when you work.  NHS/Student Council volleyball shifts have been added.  Those of you in those two organizations need to check out the schedule to see when you work.   11.    Congratulations to last week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your certificates.  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Kasey Goehring, and Krista Fuoss.   12.    Any students interested in SCRUBS camps need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  The Yankton SCRUBS camp is October 1st.  Deadline to register is September 17th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  Western Dakota Tech is also having a SCRUBS Camp on November 5th.  Application deadline is Oct. 24. 13.    Seniors interested in taking the ACT on October 25th or the SAT on October 11th need to register in early September. 14.    Sgt. Daryl Bird from the SD National Guard posted information on the bulletin board including an invitation to a Paintball Event on Saturday, Sept. 13th. 15.    The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!! 16.    21st CCLC Family night: Pre-school  to 8th graders and their parents are welcome to come join the fun on Tuesday September 9th  at 7:00 PM in the multi-purpose room and gym. The Sioux Falls ZooMobile will be here with animals and more. Free reptile book and CD for each family that attends. Door prizes too, so ZOOM on in!!!   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss    Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       All staff needs to take ping pong pictures this year.  We are making ID badges for all staff members and we need a current picture.  Wednesday, September 03, 2014 Menu:  chicken drumsticks and mashed potatoes   Band:      M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       This week we will have All-State Chorus for vocal instead of women’s on Thursday.   2.       Congratulations to the girls on all of their victories last night.  Varsity won 3-0.   3.       The girls play Bridgewater/Emery in Tripp on Thursday.  Junior high and Sydney, November, Haley and Paige will leave at 2:55.  The rest of the high school will leave at 5:15.   4.       Brenda Lau will be placing a Nighthawk apparel order on September 9th.  Apparel will be here prior to homecoming.  Contact Brenda at 724-2777 to place an order.   5.       Magazine sales will begin this week.  The sales rep will be here to meet with the juniors at 1:00 today.   6.       Ping pong pictures and football, volleyball, and football cheerleader memory mates will be taken on Thursday.  Forms for both can be found on the table in the upstairs hallway.   Mariah, Krista, Courtney, Hannah and Alicia are helping with pics on Thursday.  See your teachers in advance.   7.       Worker lists for concessions have been posted on the bulletin boards.  You are responsible to know when you work.  NHS/Student Council volleyball shifts have been added.  Those of you in those two organizations need to check out the schedule to see when you work.   8.       Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your certificates.  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Kasey Goehring, and Krista Fuoss. 9.       Check the dates on your make-up slips.    10.    Any students interested in SCRUBS camps need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  The Yankton SCRUBS camp is October 1st.  Deadline to register is September 17th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  Western Dakota Tech is also having a SCRUBS Camp on November 5th.  Application deadline is Oct. 24. 11.    Seniors interested in taking the ACT on October 25th or the SAT on October 11th need to register in early September. 12.    Sgt. Daryl Bird from the SD National Guard posted information on the bulletin board including an invitation to a Paintball Event on Saturday, Sept. 13th. 13.    The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!! 14.    21st CCLC Family night: Pre-school  to 8th graders and their parents are welcome to come join the fun on Tuesday September 9th  at 7:00 PM in the multi-purpose room and gym. The Sioux Falls ZooMobile will be here with animals and more. Free reptile book and CD for each family that attends. Door prizes too, so ZOOM on in!!!   Mrs. Schneider is in Springs today.  Mr. Schneider is in Armour today.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss    Tardy: Absent: Justine H   Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       All staff needs to take ping pong pictures this year.  We are making ID badges for all staff members and we need a current picture.   Tuesday, September 02, 2014 Menu:  Hot dogs and potato salad   Band:      M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:     M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Good luck to the girls who play Menno in Tripp tonight.   2.       We will have class meetings on Tuesday during afternoon SRB.  You are to come up with your float idea, building location, flatbed, etc.  Also, 9th – 11th grade need to come up with a skit for coronation.  We will also vote for Royalty candidates.  Meet in the same rooms as you had your class meetings the first day of school.   3.       All students taking Dual Credit College Courses come to Mr. Preheim’s room briefly at 1:00 today before going to your class meetings.   4.       Magazine sales will begin on Wednesday.  The sales rep will be here to meet with the juniors at 1:00 on Wednesday.   5.       Ping pong pictures and football, volleyball, and football cheerleader memory mates will be taken on Thursday.  Forms for both can be found on the table in the upstairs hallway.   6.       Worker lists for concessions have been posted on the bulletin boards.  You are responsible to know when you work.  NHS/Student Council volleyball shifts have been added.  Those of you in those two organizations need to check out the schedule to see when you work.   7.       Mr. Holbeck will serve as the National Honor Society advisor.  He is an alum.   8.       Congratulations to this week’s Subway Effort Award winners.  Stop in for your certificates.  Daniel Fuoss, Becca Ymker, Kasey Goehring, and Krista Fuoss.   9.       Check the dates on your make-up slips.    10.    Any students interested in SCRUBS camps need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  The Yankton SCRUBS camp is October 1st.  Deadline to register is September 17th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  Western Dakota Tech is also having a SCRUBS Camp on November 5th.  Application deadline is Oct. 24.   11.    Seniors interested in taking the ACT on October 25th or the SAT on October 11th need to register in early September.   12.    Sgt. Daryl Bird from the SD National Guard posted information on the bulletin board including an invitation to a Paintball Event on Saturday, Sept. 13th.   13.    The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   Happy belated birthday to Jessica Hughes who celebrated yesterday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Daniel Fuoss    Tardy: Absent:  Teachers: 1.       Mr. Barker has lunch room duty.  Mr. Weber has noon duty.  Mr. Barker has detention duty. 2.       All staff needs to take ping pong pictures this year.  We are making ID badges for all staff members and we need a current picture.   Friday, August 29, 2014   Menu:  chicken strips and tator tots   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       SRBs will not be listed in the announcements anymore.  You should have the schedule figured out.  It is also posted on the bulletin boards.   2.       Good luck to the Nighthawk football team tonight as they open the season against Andes Central in Tripp tonight.  Game time is 7:00.      3.       No school on Monday in celebration of Labor Day.   4.       Magazine sales will begin on Wednesday.  The sales rep will be here to meet with the juniors at 1:00 on Wednesday.   5.       Ping pong pictures and football, volleyball, and football cheerleader memory mates will be taken on Thursday.  Forms for both can be found on the table in the upstairs hallway.   6.       Make Up Slips!!!  Check the dates on your make-up slips.  They need to be turned in or you need to get an extension.  This is your “welcome back to school” free warning.  If they are due today or sooner, they need to be given to Mr. Preheim today or you need to get an extension or you will receive detention.   7.       Any students interested in SCRUBS camps need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  The Yankton SCRUBS camp is October 1st.  Deadline to register is September 17th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  Western Dakota Tech is also having a SCRUBS Camp on November 5th.  Application deadline is Oct. 24.   8.       Seniors interested in taking the ACT on October 25th or the SAT on October 11th need to register in early September.   9.       The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an IPad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Haley Dufek    Tardy: Absent:  State Fair:  Jack H, Justine H, Kera K, Jacob L, Trevor L Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       All staff needs to take ping pong pictures this year.  We are making ID badges for all staff members and we need a current picture.   Thursday, August 28, 2014   Menu:  Spaghetti & Green Beans   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Mr. Barker has morning SRB.  Mr. Holbeck has afternoon SRB for 9th & 10th .  Mr. Mudder has 11th & 12th grade.   2.       Football Friday night versus Andes Central in Tripp.   3.       Remember to arrange IMPACT testing if you are on the list.  This needs to be done this week.    4.       Any students interested in SCRUBS camps need to see Mr. Preheim for more information.  The Yankton SCRUBS camp is October 1st.  Deadline to register is September 17th.  Do not wait until the last minute.  Western Dakota Tech is also having a SCRUBS Camp on November 5th.  Application deadline is Oct. 24.   5.       Seniors interested in taking the ACT on October 25th or the SAT on October 11th need to register in early September.   6.       The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Haley Dufek    Tardy: Absent:  Jacob, Keegan, Carly, Kera, David Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Remember to do attendance right away first period and to do the Pledge as well. 3.       HS staff meeting Friday morning at 8:15 in Mr. Mudder’s room. 4.       All staff needs to take ping pong pictures this year.  We are making ID badges for all staff members and we need a current picture. Wednesday, August 27, 2014   Menu:  Salisbury steak and mashed potatoes   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Mr. Weber has morning SRB.  Mr. Holbeck has afternoon SRB.   2.       Yearbooks are in.  There are extras.  $30.  Make checks out to Armour School.  See Mrs. Schneider if interested.   3.       Oral Interp:  Let’s get pieces picked out.  There is still time to join if you want to.  See Mrs. Schneider.   4.       The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   5.       Football Friday night versus Andes Central in Tripp.   6.       The following need to complete Concussion IMPACT testing before they are allowed in any competitions.  This needs to be done ASAP. High School FB:     Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Hunter Stoltenburg High School VB:  Erica Koster Cheerleader FB:   Gracie Wold Grade School FB:  Connor VanDerWerff, Tristin Bialas, Micah Lau, Carson Kappenman, Braden Hawley, Dylan VanDerWerff, Grady Harrington Grade School VB:  Bree Jones, Jenna Jones, Kianna Payer, Emma Bertram, Karli Marts, LuAhna Lagge, Anna Ronspies, Hope Neugebauer If anyone going out for grade or HS Football or VB that did not do the testing last year and is not listed above, you need to notify Mr. Glanzer and get on the list.  ANYONE that is going out for any sport this year and has not taken an IMPACT test last year needs a new one. You need to take the test every two years. You may do this now if you know you are going out for a sport later this year and want to get it over with.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Haley Dufek    Tardy: Absent:  Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Remember to do attendance right away first period and to do the Pledge as well.   Tuesday, August 26, 2014 Menu:  fish sandwich and coleslaw   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Mr. Barker has morning SRB.  Mr. Mudder has 11th & 12th  afternoon SRB and Mr. Holbeck 9th & 10th.   2.       The theme for Homecoming is “The 70’s.”    3.       Would the following come to Mr. Preheim’s office at 10:00 today:  Krista, Courtney, Alicia, Gunnar, Jessica, Hannah & Brenden.   4.       If you haven’t turned in sheets to Mr. Preheim or Mrs. Bitterman or at least talked to them by the end of the day, you will receive detention. 5.       Today is the last day to make schedule changes.   6.       Novels class will meet on Wednesday at 8:05.  If you are in novels, but going to the state fair, let Mrs. Schneider know. 7.       Yearbooks are in.  There are extras.  $30.  Make checks out to Armour School.  See Mrs. Schneider if interested. 8.       Oral Interp:  Let’s get pieces picked out.  There is still time to join if you want to.  See Mrs. Schneider.   9.       The Armour School PTT is selling tickets for an Ipad Mini.....$1.00 each. Drawing to be held at halftime of our homecoming game on Sept. 19. Contact any teacher for tickets. Thanks!!   10.    Football Friday night versus Andes Central in Tripp.   11.    The following need to complete Concussion IMPACT testing before they are allowed in any competitions.  This needs to be done ASAP. High School FB:     Mason Koehn, Cooper Strand, Hunter Stoltenburg High School VB:  Erica Koster Cheerleader FB:   Gracie Wold Grade School FB:  Connor VanDerWerff, Tristin Bialas, Micah Lau, Carson Kappenman, Braden Hawley, Dylan VanDerWerff, Grady Harrington Grade School VB:  Bree Jones, Jenna Jones, Kianna Payer, Emma Bertram, Karli Marts, LuAhna Lagge, Anna Ronspies, Hope Neugebauer If anyone going out for grade or HS Football or VB that did not do the testing last year and is not listed above, you need to notify Mr. Glanzer and get on the list.  ANYONE that is going out for any sport this year and has not taken an IMPACT test last year needs a new one. You need to take the test every two years. You may do this now if you know you are going out for a sport later this year and want to get it over with.   Happy birthday to Brenden VanDerWerff.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Haley Dufek    Tardy: Absent:  Delaney Laib Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty. 2.       Remember to do attendance right away first period and to do the Pledge as well.  Monday, August 25, 2014 Menu:  chicken wrap & rice   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Today is a “B” day.    2.       Mr. Weber has morning SRB.  Mr. Holbeck has afternoon SRB.   3.       The theme for Homecoming is “The 70’s.”   4.       You have 3 sheets to return to Mr. Preheim this week: ·         Signed Schedule ·         Signed Handbook Form ·         Student/Parent contact info sheet   The following have not turned in all three of the sheets.  Do so or see Mr. Preheim to avoid detention: 9th – Issabelle (all three sheets); Parker (parent contact); Mason, Gracie, Taylor (signed schedule) 10th – Sydney (all three sheets) 11th – David & Jacob (signed schedule); Kasey (handbook) 12th – Tristan, Hunter, Courtney, Mariah (all three sheets); Alicia, Brenden, Hannah (signed schedule)  5.       You have sheets to return to Mrs. Bitterman this week as well.  You also need to pay your $25 for laptop insurance if you have not done so.   6.       You have until Tuesday to change classes.  All changes will require parental permission.   7.       Football Friday night versus Andes Central in Tripp.   8.      Any high school student interested in watching a puppy periodically for pay should check out the upstairs bulletin board for more information.   Happy belated birthday to Jacob Lau who celebrated last Friday.   Flag Duty:  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally.    Tardy: Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Holbeck has lunch room duty.  Mr. Mudder has noon duty.  Mrs. Schneider has detention duty.   August 21, 2014 8/21/2014 Menu:  pizza & sweet potato fries   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Today is an “A” day.    2.       Mr. Weber has morning SRB.  9th & 10th  go to Mr. Holbeck’s room  and 11th & 12th go to extra study hall with Mr. Barker for afternoon SRB.   3.       There will be a short student council meeting today at 1:35 in Mr. Preheim’s office.  Go to vocal or SRB until that time.   4.       You have 3 sheets to return to Mr. Preheim this week: ·         Signed Schedule ·         Signed Handbook Form ·         Student/Parent contact info sheet   5.       There are quite a few of you with sheets to return, especially seniors.  If you lost your copies, see Mr. Preheim.   6.       You have sheets to return to Mrs. Bitterman this week as well.  You also need to pay your $25 for laptop insurance if you have not done so.   7.       You have until Tuesday to change classes.  All changes will require parental permission.   8.       No school for students on Friday.   9.       Carly Sparks recently answered the ALS “Ice Bucket Challenge.”  She has now challenged the high school staff to do the same.  The “Ice Bucket Challenge” has raised over $30 million to help fight Lou Gehrig’s disease.  We now have 48 hours to dump or have someone dump a bucket of ice water over us or donate $5 to this cause.  Once completed, you may challenge someone else.  This is on our honor.  To donate or to get more information: http://www.alsa.org/fight-als/ice-bucket-challenge.html (Teachers:  Check your email)   Flag Duty:  We hope to have the new sign installed and the flag lit in the near future.  Prior to that, freshmen will be required to put up the flag on a rotation basis.  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally.    Tardy: Absent:   Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty. Tuesday, August 19, 2014   Menu:  Chicken Nuggets and Mashed Potatoes   Band:    M, W, Th & F – marching; Tuesdays is color guard only Vocal:   M, W & F – Full; Tuesday – All-State; Thursday – Women’s   1.       Today is a “B” day.  2.       Mr. Weber has morning SRB.  Mr. Holbeck has afternoon SRB. 3.       Hopefully, the locker combination issues have been resolved.  See Mr. Preheim if that is not the case.   4.       Middle school and freshmen will have their “Pool Party” for success on standardized tests this afternoon from 12:30 to 3:30.   5.       All freshmen and any lifeguards that are going to the pool party at 12:30 are dismissed at 12:15 to eat today. 6.       The following lifeguards need to see Mr. Preheim right after 1st period today:  Gunnar, Courtney, Krista & Mariah.  At least one of you will have to be out at the pool during the party.  We can and will schedule around your classes.   7.       The following students should come to Mr. Preheim’s office at 1:15 today:  Tucker, Joe, Jordan and Cooper.   8.       You have 3 sheets to return to Mr. Preheim this week: ·         Signed Schedule ·         Signed Handbook Form ·         Student/Parent contact info sheet 9.       You have sheets to return to Mrs. Bitterman this week as well.  You also need to pay your $25 for laptop insurance if you have not done so.   10.   You have until Tuesday to change classes.  All changes will require parental permission. 11.   There are many of you taking distance courses from a variety of institutions.  Report to study hall when you don’t have class.  We may move you once we get settled.  Any of you who have any issues or if you run into any problems, please let Mr. Preheim know immediately. 12.   There will be a short student council meeting on Thursday at 1:35 in Mr. Preheim’s office. 13.   No school for students on Friday.   Flag Duty:  We hope to have the new sign installed and the flag lit in the near future.  Prior to that, freshmen will be required to put the flag up on a rotation basis.  Flag Duty this week is Parker Dally.  The flag is in Mr. Preheim’s outer office.   Tardy: Absent: Teachers: 1.        Mr. Preheim has lunch room duty.  Mrs. Schneider has noon duty.  Mr. Preheim has detention duty.

Parents check out your k-8^th students’ progress on Renaissance Home Connect!!!  

Look under Student informational and click on Renaissance Home Connect. Your student should know his or her login and password. If they forgot, please contact their teacher and it will be provided to you.

You can look at their book shelf and see individual books they have read. Click on the book and you can view how they did on that Accelerated Quiz. Some books also have a vocabulary quiz and you can view words your student has struggled with. If they take another vocabulary quiz the words missed on a previous quiz will be reviewed again.  

Your students Accelerated Math score will also be available. Your students can work on Math Facts in a Flash at home anytime. (Even this summer) Reviewing these skills we keep your student on the path to success.