MHS Announcements – February 4, 2022

** Daily News & Information ** Home of the Muskies!

MHS Hours: 7:45AM-3:45PM Monday-Friday  2021-2022 MHS Bell Schedules

MHS Phone #:  563-263-6141
MHS phone system and menu. Please listen to the menu to select the proper department. For Spanish assistance please press 5.

    • Press 1 – Attendance (or call directly at 563-263-6616)
    • Press 2 – Student Services, Transcripts and Grade Level Counselors
    • Press 3 – MHS Nurse
    • Press 4 – Athletics
    • Press 5 – Spanish Assistance
    • For all other calls, please stay on the line or press 0 for assistance or to leave a voicemail.

Announcements in Green – New
Announcements in Blue – Previous Day
Announcements in Black – 2 Days or older by request

  • New Silver Cord Opportunity: Volunteers are wanted to tutor/mentor Mr. Nietfeldt’s 5th grade students at Mulberry Elementary in various types of class work. The times that work best for
    Ms. Nietfeldt are Monday through Friday from 10:15 – 11:15AM and 11:30 – 11:50AM. If interested, please email her at maddison.nietfeldt@mcsdonline.org
  • TONIGHT!  Muskie Boosters Cake Auction  Muskie Boosters Cake Auction Information
    • Theme: A Night at the Movies
    • Donated Cake Pre-registration Link: forms.gle/sVNxtqtKsffYBKts8 or email muskieboosterclub@gmail.com
    • Time: 5PM Cake & Ice Cream, Meal $7 (Muskie Chop, Chips, Cookie, Drink) Concessions/ MHS Commons
    • 6PM Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Central DeWitt
    • 7:30PM Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Central DeWitt
  • MHS Activities for the Week of Jan. 31, 2022: Activities on Tap Week of Jan. 31
  • Lost & Found: Lost an item?  Water Bottle, jewelry, earbuds, phone?  Check at the Attendance Center and see if it was turned in!Athletic/Activities Information Section: Spring Sport Sign-ups – Girls’ Soccer & Boys/Girls Tennis
  • Athletic/Activities Information Section: Spring Sport Sign-ups – Girls Soccer & Boys/Girls Tennis
  • New! Class of 2022 Information – See Class of 2022 Information below
  • Employment Opportunities: See Employment Opportunities Section below.
  •  Fundraisers: See Fundraiser section below.
  • New Scholarships Added! Scholarships: 2021-22 Scholarship List & Info
    (These scholarships are not part of the Muscatine Community Foundation packet)
  • Silver Cord Opportunities: See Silver Cord Section below for all opportunities!
  • The Mississippi Bend Area Education Agency’s Driver Education Program will be holding a session at MHS starting Feb. 7th for those students that have already registered. Thirty hours of asynchronous online instruction and six hours behind-the-wheel instruction per student is provided over a three-week time period.
    • Class Dates: February 7-27, 2022
    • Drive Times: Drive lessons after school and weekends
    • Driving Instructors: Adam Wiley and Chris Foxen
  • Driver’s Ed: To register for upcoming Driver’s Ed sessions, please visit: mbaea.org/student-programs/driver-education
  • Key Club Crush for Crush: Send a can of Crush to your crush, friend, or even teacher on
    Valentines Day! Crush for your crush will be sold the week of February 7-11 before school near Nirvana (Commons area) as well as during lunch in the same spot and in the Library. Cans and messages will be delivered Monday, February 14th, Valentine’s Day! It costs $2 for every can, all proceeds go to charity. 
    Crush for Your Crush Info
  • Feb. 9 – 2-Hour Early Dismissal (1:31PM)
  • FFA Weekly, Jan. 31-Feb. 6: FFA Weekly
  • Muskie Minutes, Season 2 Episode 18: https://youtu.be/F99kdRthECI
  • Work Based Learning Opportunity – Respite: If you are 16 years or older and interested in a career in helping others (or just looking for a part time job), please view the Respite Connection flyer link below.
    Respite Connection Flyer
    If you are interested, please contact Mr. Welsch via email by Wednesday, Feb. 9 at brandon.welsch@mcsdonline.org. A presentation will be set up shortly after that to learn more.
  • MHS Auroran Today: Auroran Today: New Year New Us!
  • Sign Up for City League Softball!  Sign up dates start Feb. 15th See flyer for details. Open to all girls ages 6 to 18 (must be 6 by 12/31/21 and no older than 18 on May 1, 2022).
  • Muscatine Singles and Doubles Tennis Table Tournament – March 5th at Muscatine Mall – Suite 79.  Register by March 1. $10 Entry Fee. Table Tennis Tournament InfoCity League Softball Info
    Registration Forms available outside of the AD Office – Rm 11-005.  Registration Form to be mailed to Scott Phelps, 2226 Hunter Rd, Muscatine.
  • CAPE Parent/Guardian Volunteers Needed & CAPE Donation Information: CAPE Volunteer & Donations Info
  • Upward Bound Program Information: UB Announcements
  • Buy/Pre-Order YOUR  2021-2022 Yearbook – $56! (The Auroran 2021-2022): 2021-22 Yearbook Info  Deadline to order is May 11, 2022.
  • Middle School and High School Art Exhibit and Cash Prizes through Sister Cities: For complete details, visit: Middle School and High School Art Exhibit and Cash Prizes through Sister Cities
  • Parents: SMS Text Opt In Feature for School Messenger: SMS_Text Opt-In Flyer/Instructions
  • MHS Parents & Students: The Powerschool Mobile App is a great resource to have!   Mobile App Instructions
  • Lost & Found: Lost an item?  Water Bottle, jewelry, earbuds, phone?  Check at the Attendance Center and see if it was turned in!
  • Google Classroom: All high school staff use Google Classroom to display assigned work. If your child is missing from school, they can always access their work via Google Classroom. As a parent/guardian, you can request your student’s teachers to add you to their assignment list so that you will have “View Only” access. 
  • Meal Viewer Link Students & Parents can look at the menus online for MHS. There is nutrient information as well as allergen information. There is also an app available for cell phones. 

** Class of 2022 Information **

  • Post-Graduation Survey in PowerSchool.  This survey will take about a minute to complete and you are required to complete it in order to pick up your cap and gown.  Please take a quick moment and complete this survey.
  • Due Date March 11, 2022 by Noon! Seniors: The local scholarship packet is now open online and accessible to you. The link to the portal is included in the instructions. If you have questions as you finish up, please feel free to reach out to Mrs. Hawkins.  Lots of great opportunities! 2022 Muscatine Community Foundation Local Scholarship Instructions
  • Seniors:  If you have not ordered a cap and gown for Graduation, please do so by February 18th.  They can be ordered online at Jostens.com  If you have any questions, please stop in Student Services and see Mrs. Meeker or Mrs. Meineke.
  • Senior financial obligations will be posted outside of the Athletics and Activities Office by student number. These obligations include all outstanding financial obligations to date. Any unreturned supplies or equipment before the end of the year could result in a higher obligation. Senior obligations need to be paid at the Attendance Office prior to graduation in order for students to participate in the graduation ceremony. If the obligations are a burden to your family or if you have any questions, please contact Wendi Schmelzer at (563) 263-7223 ext. 1012 to discuss payment arrangements.
    Note: You/your parent/guardian will need to login to PowerSchool>InTouchReceipting to locate your obligation balance.   InTouch Receipting Instructions
  • Graduation: May 22, 2022 @ 2PM in the MHS Stadium.

** Athletics/Activities Information  **

  • Girls’ Soccer Sign-up and Information: Anyone that is planning on going out for girls soccer this spring please use the form below to get signed up.   https://forms.gle/qtDP5462ygefoPfw8
    There will also be a players only meeting in the Van Hecke Center Weight Room at 3:30pm on Sunday, February 6th. That will be followed by Open Gym from 4pm- 5:30pm.
    Please contact Coach Arceo if you have any questions. A Parent Meeting will take place when we are closer to the season.
  • Girls’ & Boys’ Tennis Sign-up: If you plan to go out for Boys or Girls Tennis this Spring, please use the form to sign up. https://forms.gle/jdDjyp9fRcJoKmPh8
  • Muskie Boosters Cake Auction – Friday, Feb. 4, 2022   Muskie Boosters Cake Auction Information

    • Theme: A Night at the Movies
    • Donated Cake Pre-registration Link: forms.gle/sVNxtqtKsffYBKts8 or email muskieboosterclub@gmail.com
    • Time: 5PM Cake & Ice Cream, Meal $7 (Muskie Chop, Chips, Cookie, Drink) Concessions/ MHS Commons
    • 6PM Girls Varsity Basketball vs. Central DeWitt
    • 7:30PM Boys Varsity Basketball vs. Central DeWitt
  • Athletic Punch Pass/Card for adults are $40 and can be purchased at the MHS Attendance Center or at the gate during events. This Punch Card allows you 10 admissions into all sporting events except regional & state competitions, most vocal, orchestra, and band events, and the fall drama production.
  • Student Activity Passes are available for sale at the Attendance Center for $50. This pass allows you admission into all sporting events except regional & state competitions, most vocal, orchestra, and band events, and the fall drama production.
  • Visit MHS Official Activities Site for updates to schedules, rosters & directions.
  • Follow @MuskieAD on Twitter for MHS activities & athletic updates and information.
  • Athletic Forms: Parent Permission Form    Concussion Form     Physical Form

** College/Military Visits **

  • Please check back for College/Military Visit information.

** Employment Opportunities **

  • Apprenticeship Opportunity – Heat & Frost Insulators Apprenticeship Program:
    We are seeking applicants to interview on March 15, 2022 to start an apprenticeship with the Heat & Frost Insulators Apprenticeship Program. Attached is a copy of our announcement sheet, wage sheet & application. We will be starting a new apprenticeship class in early April. If a High School student applies and is accepted we can accommodate a later start date to allow them to finish High School. The announcement sheet explains requirements and has contact info if anyone has questions. 
    Please contact Mr. Welsch in Student Services at brandon.welsch@mcsdonline.org if you are interested.
     Heat & Frost Insulators Apprenticeship Info & Application
  • Part Time Work Opportunity for High School Students at HON and Allsteel.
    HNI Furniture Operation – High School Program
    Please email Mr. Welsch at brandon.welsch@mcsdonline.org if interested.
  • Lutheran Living Senior Campus is Hiring Culinary Aids: Must be 16 years old, flexible hours- usually 4-7  weekdays and weekends (not sure of the times) sign-on bonus and generous attendance bonus.  Starts at around  $12.00/hour, the attendance bonus is $3.00/hour for being on time and not calling off to work.  Contact Angie Silva at 563-272-2115 if interested. 
  • Senior Resources is looking for dedicated Chore Workers to assist with snow removal this winter.  Call 563-263-7292 if interested or for more information.
    Senior Resources Chore Worker Info

** Forms **

  • School Locker Request (not PE): Student Locker Request Form
  • Transcripts: To request an official transcript from Muscatine High School, please use the link below to make your request. Official transcripts are sent directly from our MHS Registrar’s Office. Muscatine High School Transcript Request Link
  • Silver Cord Form:  Students recording hours of volunteer service during their years at MHS will be awarded a Silver Cord to wear at graduation. In order for volunteer hours to count towards a Silver Cord, STUDENTS must complete the online form to verify. Silver Cord Form
  • ALL STUDENTS DRIVING TO SCHOOL: ALL students driving to school will need to complete a Vehicle Registration Form for a new MHS Parking Tag.  This parking tag will be used for until the Class of 2025 graduates.  The form is available online Vehicle Registration Form, MHS Attendance or Student Services office. Completed forms should be returned to the Student Services office. Students with a new MHS Parking can park in the Bonnie Dr. or Cedar St. parking lots.
  • DOT Minor School License Form: DOT Minor School License Form Forms are available in the MHS Main Office – Rm-11-001. (You must have completed Driver’s Ed in order to submit this form.)  Instructions: Please complete Sections 1 and 3. (Leave Section 2 blank) and return to the Main Office. 

** Fundraisers **

  • Muskie Boys’ HOOPS T-Shirts: The Boys’ Basketball Team is selling short sleeved t-shirts (black) and long sleeved t-shirts (gray). Shirts are available in adult sizes S-XXXL and can be purchased in Student Services. Short sleeved are $12 and long sleeved are $15. Exact change is preferable. Stop in to Student Services or call 563-263-6141 Ext. 2 to get your t-shirt while supplies last.  Muskie Boys’ Hoops T-shirts
  • Muscatine Boys’ Basketball is holding a fundraiser through Poppin Popcorn.
    Here is the link for the fundraiser: https://poppinpopcornonline.com/store/store.php?sID=ZUGJMX
    At least half of all sales go back to the team. All purchases ship directly to the buyer too!
  • Muskie Store is Open! The district has partnered with Phelps Custom Apparel to offer our staff, families, and community Muskie Apparel! This online store does not close meaning that it remains open for all of your Muskie clothing needs throughout the year.
    Go to: Phelps Muskie Store and check it out!
  • Jostens Muskie School Store:  Do you want Muskie Spirit Wear/Accessories or to give as a gift?
    Visit 
    Jostens Muskie School Store

** Scholarships **

  • Please visit Scholarships for a list of available scholarships. (newest scholarships are listed at the end of the document)

** Silver Cord Opportunities/Volunteer Opportunities **

  • Lutheran Living is looking for volunteers. If interested or for more information, please contact Taylor Carey-Murdock at TCarey-Murdock@lutheran-living.org or at (563) 272-2124.
  • Rebuild Together Muscatine County is looking for volunteers to assist in building wheelchair ramps for our community for those people who put in an application. We build these ramps in sections and all sections are pre-built in our shop.  Today we have quite the backlog of ramps, and in such, we could use help on building ramp sections.  No skill level is needed as we will take any student and certainly guide them through the process keeping safety as a top-priority.  We will provide the tools, the materials, and the instructions.  It would be ideal if we were to set this up 4 students at a time, and we are flexible on day/time availability. If you are interested or have any questions, please contact Alan Millage at alan.millage@kentww.com or call/text at 563-726-3433.
  • Manta Rays Swim Team Home Meet Volunteer Opportunities: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/60B094FA8AD22A2FA7-manta
  • Senior Resources is looking for dedicated Chore Workers to assist with snow removal this winter.  Call 563-263-7292 if interested or for more information.
    Senior Resources Chore Worker Info
  • Silver Cord Program:  Students recording hours of volunteer service during their years at MHS will be awarded a Silver Cord to wear at graduation. In order for volunteer hours to count towards a Silver Cord, students must complete the online form to verify. Silver Cord Form
    Service qualifies for Silver Cord recognition if:

    • The student is not paid for the service
    • The student does not receive credit for the service.
    • The service is not for the purpose of fundraising for a group/activity/team that the student participates in.
      *140 hours are required for students in the Class of 2021, 2022 and 2023.
      *160 hours are required for students graduating in the Class of 2024.

** Yearbook Information **

  • Pre-Order YOUR 2021-22 Yearbook – $56! (The Auroran 2021-2022): 2021-22 Yearbook Info
  • Yearbooks: If you would like to purchase an MHS 2020-21 yearbook, cost is $56.
  • Did you or someone you know attend Muscatine High School during the 2012 through 2015 school years? If so, this is your chance to purchase a yearbook that reflects those school years and memories! Each yearbook is $20 until sold out. All proceeds go back into the Yearbook Club to purchase new equipment and expand the program for students. To purchase, call the Activities Office at Muscatine High School at (563) 263-6141 and ask for Mindy. 

** Keep informed on what is going on at MHS! **

Activities/Athletics: RSchool Today
Announcements: MHS News
Facebook: MHS Facebook Page
Twitter: @Muscatine HS

@MuskieAD
@MuskieStuCo
@MuskieThemes
Instagram: @Muscatine HS
Snapchat: Muscatine HS
Student Handbook: MCSD Student Handbk
Curriculum Guide: 2022-23 Curriculum Guide

 

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