Summer Break!

It has been an outstanding year! The seniors have graduated, the students have completed their exams, and we are closing things down. The last day for regular secretary coverage in the office is June 23rd and my last day is June 30th, but I will be back in the office on July 18th. Have a great summer!

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Great America St. Jude's Math Trip and Senior Honors Night

Sorry this took a couple extra days, but this is a very busy time of year. Graduation is just around the corner (this Friday) and we are busy checking credits, making sure of the details and generally preparing for the class of 2008's big day. At the same time we had Senior Honors Night, the Undergraduate Awards Assembly, a meeting for Junior Parent's about next year's graduation, and the list goes on. Still, as busy as this time of year is, it is also bittersweet. Even as we have orientation for our incoming 6th graders, we are preparing to send a new group of graduates out into the world. We wish them well and congratulate them. They have worked hard and they have earned their diploma's. Their parents, grandparents, guardians and families have much to be proud of and all I can add is how happy I am to be able to wish them the very best.

May Objectives

I can measure in a variety of unit types such as: distance, capacity, weight, volume, area and time.

I can look at two pieces of writing and compare and contrast.

• Driver’s Education Segment I starts June 2nd. Sign up sheet is in the office. The first 40 people to sign up and to pay will be accepted. The cost is $350.00 plus $20 for books. You must be 14 years and 8 months by June 2, 2008.
• On the 19th and 20th 6th grade will be visiting us for orientation to the building.
• Graduation Practice is May 21st at 1:00 PM
• May 23rd at 6:30 PM in the High School Gym is graduation
• May 26th there is No School for Students or Staff
• May 28th is 8th Grade graduation at 1:30 PM in the Auditorium
• May 28th at 6:30 PM is the Winter and Spring Athletic Awards Ceremony in the Auditorium
• May 29th and 30th are Final Exam days, with the 30th being a half day for students.
• May 29th is the 7th and 8th grade Ranger Relays out on the track.

Quote of the Week: It is not enough to have a good mind; the main thing is to use it well. -Rene Descartes

Senior Exit Survey

Seniors, CLICK HERE to take the survey. This is for seniors only, thanks!

Prom!

You'll have to excuse the quality of some of these photographs (and especially the video) but I had some problems with the camera and I was trying to get the best shots I could. In any case it was a great night and the students had a lot of fun. Thanks to Ms. Borsa and Mrs. Baer for a fantastic night. The decorations were beautiful and it will always be a night to remember for everyone involved.

May Objectives

I can measure in a variety of unit types such as: distance, capacity, weight, volume, area and time.

I can look at two pieces of writing and compare and contrast.

• Thank you to Miss Borsa, Mrs. Baer and the Prom committee for a great prom.
• Middle school students, do you have a talent that you would like to show off? If so, see Mrs. May this week for details and to sign up.
• Attention Middle school students, your yearbooks are in. See Mrs. May to pick up your copy. If you did not purchase one, we have a few available for $12.00 - they’ll go fast so get your today.
• Juniors: if you are driving to school, you NEED a parking permit, see Officer Bryant.
• Western Michigan University is offering a Summer Flight Academy to introduce students to the field of aviation through hands-on activities. The Academy is June 16 - 19. Applications are due Monday, May 19.
• Seniors, You have 4 weeks to complete your community service. All hours must be turned in by May 16. Any questions, come to guidance.
• Seniors: Project Graduation tickets will be on sale starting today for $10.00, see Mrs. Anderson.
• Driver’s Education Segment I starts June 2nd. Sign up sheet is in the office. The first 40 people to sign up and to pay will be accepted. The cost is $350.00 plus $20 for books. You must be 14 years and 8 months by June 2, 2008.
• Sign up for walking in the Relay for Life on Ag Room door.
• PIE A TEACHER IN THE FACE for $1.00 Buy tickets at lunchtime. Money goes to Relay for Life.
• Class ring delivery will be Tuesday, May 13th during high school lunchtime.
• May 14th at 7:30 PM is our final Band Concert of the year, come join us for an evening of music.
• May 14th is the last day of school for Seniors
• Sports pictures will be taken Wednesday, May 14th for the teams who missed the first two times.
• May 15th, at 6:30PM at the Elks Lodge in Dowagiac we will hold Senior Honors Night
• May 16th is the Hello/Goodbye Dance for incoming 6th graders and current 7th and 8th graders from 3-6 PM
• May 19th is the Underclassmen Awards Ceremony in the auditorium starting at 1:30 PM
• On May 19th there is also a meeting for all Junior Parents to discuss a date for NEXT YEAR'S graduation.
• On the 19th and 20th 6th grade will be visiting us for orientation to the building.
• May 23rd at 6:30 PM in the High School Gym is graduation
• May 26th there is No School for Students or Staff
• May 28th is 8th Grade graduation at 1:30 PM in the Auditorium
• May 28th at 6:30 PM is the Winter and Spring Athletic Awards Ceremony in the Auditorium
• May 29th and 30th are Final Exam days, with the 30th being a half day for students.
• May 29th is the 7th and 8th grade Ranger Relays out on the track.

Quote of the Week: R + R - R = R + R (Rules and Regulations minus Relationships equals Resentment and Rebellion)