FFA, Wrestling and the MME

This past week we had a lot going on. John Grice got to ring the bell as he left for the Individual State Wrestling Competition. In addition, we sent several teams to compete at the state level for FFA. I held off on posting this until I had the results, and here they are! John earned a medal by placing eighth in the state! We are very proud of him! FFA Jr. High Conduct of Meetings and the Agricultural Issues both placed second in the state. Desiree Massey and Ashley Rogers both received gold for the Public Speaking and Creed competition respectively. James Spaulding and Carmelita Peake both were invited to apply for the national choir and Tina Stutzman was invited to apply for the national band. Our biggest news is that Ryan Green was elected as Treasurer for the State and the Cassopolis Parliamentary Procedure team won state and will be competing at the national level this October! Cassopolis continues a long tradition of being the one to beat in whatever competition we enter and we couldn't be more proud.

Today, March 11th, is the first day of our MME test for the Juniors. We held a short assembly yesterday to cheer them on and had a guest speaker, Rev. Tony Thomas, speak to them on the importance of academics. The students enjoyed what he had to say and cheered enthusiastically as he left the stage. It starts with the ACT at 8:00 AM so all Juniors should get a good night's sleep and be ready for breakfast at 7:35 in the school cafeteria.

March Objectives

I will be able to graph, read and interpret charts.

I can read directions and follow them.

• MME is here! March 11th, 12th and 13th.
• Enrichment/Tutorial will start again on March 17th.
• The Principal's Advisory Council meets on the 17th at 5:30 PM in the H.S.Conference Room.
• March 20th is the Honor Roll Breakfast. Look for your invitation in the mail.
• There is a 7th/8th grade dance starting at 5:00 PM on the 20th.

Quote of the Week: Take blame and give credit. -Dale Lumpa

Dissecting Frogs

Ms. Hawkins Biology class does dissections. 'Nuff said. Congratulations to FFA and especially to the members and Mrs. George! We are going to state, again!

February Objectives

Patterns: Recognizing patterns and trends, it does not have to be in Math.

Proofreading: Checking for errors in your own and others writing.

• Feb. 25th, 27th, and 29th Cassopolis will be hosting Boys Basketball Districts. The Rangers start against Mendon at 6:00 PM on the 25th.
• Feb. 26th the Cass County Spelling for 4th-8th grade is happening at SMC.
• No school for students on the 27th and 28th. For teachers, the 27th is in-service day, starting at 8:00 AM and going until 3:00 PM with lunch. The 28th is records day, and we have a staff meeting from 10:00 - 11:00 to finish EdYes as well (unless we find time during in-service.
• The final exam schedule is Tuesday the 26th, exams during 2nd and 4th periods, Wednesday the 27th, exams during 1st, 3rd and 5th periods. Both days will run on normal schedules.
• Monday March 3rd is the first day of the Third Trimester!!
• It is also the day for the regional Science Olympiad, grades 6-12.
• March 5-7th is the state competition for FFA! Good luck everyone.
• March 7th at 9:00, we will have a speaker for all athletes regarding the effects of drugs and alcohol on their sport.
• March 8th is the annual Afro-Club Talent show! Call Ms. Rose Haines for details 445-0508
• Enrichment/Tutorial will start again on March 17th.
• MME is coming! March 11th, 12th and 13th.

Quote of the Week:Always treat your students as if their parents were in the room. -Todd Whitaker

Students as Teachers

Recently, Ms. Aven invited me into her classroom to watch the students teach each other about pronouns. It was a lot of fun to watch as the students ran a type of game/review on the subject. Different students had different subjects, but all got a taste of being the expert in the room and sharing that knowledge with the rest of the class. It was a great learning experience for them.

February Objectives

Patterns: Recognizing patterns and trends, it does not have to be in Math.

Proofreading: Checking for errors in your own and others writing.

• Saturday, Feb. 16th from 9:00 AM to ? Individual Wrestling Districts in the gym
• Saturday, Feb. 16th from 6-8 PM, Middle School Football Tournament
• Monday, Feb. 18th is President's Day - No School!
• Monday, Feb. 18th the Lady Rangers compete in Districts at Centerville around 7:30 PM
• Tuesday, Feb. 19th there is a Principal's Advisory Meeting from 5:30 to 6:30 in the High School Office Conference Room. All parents are invited.
• Wednesday, Feb 20th the band will be presenting a concert in the auditorium from 7-8 PM
• Thursday, Feb. 21 at 6:00PM the FFA Regionals will be held here. Come watch us shine!
• Feb. 25th, 27th, and 29th Cassopolis will be hosting Boys Basketball Districts. The Rangers start against Mendon at 6:00 PM on the 25th.
• No school for students on the 27th and 28th. For teachers, the 27th is inservice day, starting at 8:00 AM and going until 3:00 PM with lunch. The 28th is records day, and we may have a staff meeting as well. More on that later.

Quote of the Week: Great teachers know that teaching can take place from behind a desk-just so that it's the student's desk. -Author Unknown

HOMECOMING 2008!