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MHS Announcements – August 31, 2016

Wednesday, August 31, 2016

Go Muskies – Good luck to all of our students in athletic / activity competitions this week!!

  • Muscatine High School’s Official Activities Website has launched! Sport Schedules & Rosters, Club information, and more!
    Check it out at: MHS Official Activities Site
  • October 11th Volleyball Hosting Davenport Central has been rescheduled to October 10th. Freshmen start at 4:30pm in the MHS gym.
  • New Silver Cord Opportunity – see Silver Cord section below.
  • Muscatine’s Branching Out 2016 – Fall Tree Program  Branching Out Tree Program Info
  • LifeTouch student & staff photos will be taken Tuesday, Sept. 6 from 7 – 11 am in the Commons Foyer. If you did not have your picture taken on Aug. 12, you will need to stop by and get your picture taken. The photo is used for your Student ID and for the yearbook.
  • The Teen Library Committee will have their first meeting of the year Wednesday, August 31st during the second half of lunch in Mrs. Keltner’s office (in the library, right next to the tech office).  Everyone is welcome to attend — bring your lunch and a friend! Email questions to Mrs. Keltner at: jen.keltner@mcsdonline.org
  • Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) – Golden Circle College and Career Fair, Sunday, Sept. 25 at the Iowa Events Center – HyVee Hall, 730 3rd St, Des Moines, IA. Largest college & career fair in the State of Iowa, bringing the greatest variety of colleges and universities from across Iowa, and the nation. The fair is sponsored by ACT, Inc, The Greater Des Moines Partnership, and Hy-vee. There will be a career feature that will have 16 Career Clusters represented by Iowa Businesses, enabling students grades 9-12, to discuss prospective career pathways with the leaders in those fields.
  • Chore workers needed for Senior Resources – $10 per hour. See flyer for more information.  Senior Resources Info
  • Support Muskie Football with a Muskie Football T-Shirt for $10.  On sale in Student Services.  Checks accepted — MHS Football Club.  
  • Student IDs are being distributed in front of STUDENT SERVICES for those students that had their picture taken on Aug. 12.   Please tell the Student Council members your last name and grade.  This will speed up the process.  Also, If you purchased an ACTIVITY PASS, it is indicated on the card.   When attending an event, please show your ID card for regular athletic events and specified concerts and drama events.
  • Activity Pass – A list of those that purchased ACTIVITY PASSES will be available at all events until Student IDs are handed out.  Give your name at the ticket booth or table and they will check the list to see if you purchased a pass.
  • Model UN:  If you missed the Model UN meeting this morning but are interested if finding out more about Model UN, please stop in and see Ms. Hansen.
  • LifeTouch student & staff photos will be taken Tuesday, Sept. 6 from 7 – 11 am in the Commons Foyer.  If you did not have your picture taken on Aug. 12, you will need to stop by and get your picture taken.  The photo is used for your Student ID and for the yearbook.
  • The Teen Library Committee will have their first meeting of the year Wednesday, August 31st during the second half of lunch in Mrs. Keltner’s office (in the library, right next to the tech office).  Everyone is welcome to attend — bring your lunch and a friend! Email questions to Mrs. Keltner at: jen.keltner@mcsdonline.org
  • S.O.A.P. (Students of Active Prayer) is a student-led group that meets on Thursday nights from 7:30 to 9:00 pm for prayer and encouragement.  All interested students are welcome!!  We will meet this week, Sept. 1st, at 2702 Surrey Court.  If you need a ride, or have any questions, contactSarah Solt, Sydney Roeth, Alyssa Scholz, or Mrs. Paulsen (in room 201).
  • Key Club will have their first meeting of the year this Friday, September 2nd at 7:30am in the Commons. Join us and find out what Key Club is all about. Previous member please make sure to be there.  Donuts and lots of fun are involved!
  • Class of 2020 – Wear your purple NEW MUSKIE DAY t-shirt to the football game vs. Iowa City West o Friday night, Sept. 2 and get in FREE!
  • NO SCHOOL on Monday, Sept. 5 in observance of Labor Day!  Have a great long weekend!
  • Anyone interested in playing high school baseball is encouraged to attend a brief meeting in Coach Josupait’s room (AA14) on Wednesday, September 7th at 8am. If you have any questions, contact Coach Josupait or Coach Colón.
  • Looking for a safe atmosphere to share your thoughts and ideas regarding a variety of topics?  Then All Kinds Of People Jr. (AKOP Jr.) is the club for you to join! Formerly we were known as the Gay Straight Alliance (GSA), but after reading the mission statement, it was decided we needed a more all-encompassing name. This club is  student-run in a high school or middle school that brings together students to support each other, provide a safe place to socialize, and create a platform to fight for racial, gender, LGBTQ, and economic justice. If this sounds interesting to you please come to Mrs. Walker’s classroom (Room 130 in the Science Hall) Wednesday, September 14th at 3:45 pm. There will be snacks and drinks provided for this first meeting of the year. 
  • Muskie Booster Club Adult Activity Punch Card – If you would like to purchase an Adult Activity Punch Card you can purchase them by sending in the attached order form. This is good for 10 admissions into athletic events, specified band/vocal concerts, and specified drama events.  Adult Activity Punch Card
  • Iowa College Access Network (ICAN) Resources – You Tube links
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=C0t1sYpvqcs&feature=youtu.be  (Senior decisions, final campus visits, and college applications)
    https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_kkiVQNuVu4&feature=youtu.be  (2016 College Fairs)
  • For Students Interested in Marine Biology and Conservation Research – Study tropical rainforests and dive coral reefs on a research expedition to Honduras, Summer 2017! For more information, stop by Mrs. Coffman’s room 138.
  • Seniors & Parents of Seniors – This year brings a new change to filing the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).  Sallie Mae has created the attached information sheet to assist you.
    FASFA Info
  • MUSKIE 5K RUN/WALK at Weed Park (by the lagoon) Muscatine, Iowa on Monday, September 5, 2016. Start Time –  8:00 AM.  Course: The Weed Park trail; out and back; flat and fast. Entry Fee: $15 through September 1st. $20 late registration. T-shirt included. Register early; every effort will be made to honor your request, but cannot be guaranteed. Registration forms available at  http://www.machlink.com/~muscatinerunningclub/index_files/calendar.htm

    Make checks payable to Muscatine Boys Cross Country and mail along with completed entry form(s) to: Muscatine High School Attn: Chris Foxen 2705 Cedar St. Muscatine, IA 52761 Awards: Awards to the first place male and female in the 5K run. Medals to the first 3 finishers in each age category. Registration: 7:00-7:45 A.M. at Weed Park shelter (by the lagoon).
  • Students: If you find yourself in a bind and in need of some school clothes, school supplies, hygiene products or food email alison.anson@mcsdonline.org and you will be set up with what you need. You’re welcome to go to any of the guidance counselors or their secretaries to access the school supplies as well. The school pantry is called the Muskie Locker and all supplies are free of charge!
  • For information MHS Student policies, such as Dress Code, Tardies/Absences, etc., please refer to the MHS Student Handbook.  The MHS Student Handbook is in a bookmark folder in the toolbar of your Chromebook web browser called “MCSD”. The link to the student handbook is in that folder.  The MHS Student Handbook is also available on the MHS Website under the “For Parents and Students” folder.
  • The Volleyball team is looking for student managers that are willing to volunteer their time to assist the program.  Coach Martin is looking for 3 individuals, 2 to help with the varsity and 1 to help with the Sophomore squads, if interested please contact Coach Martin during practice times in the gym (4-6pm) or just leave your information with the Athletic Department.
  • Muskie Booster Club Golf Fundraiser – Sunday, Sept. 18 – Geneva Country Club   Muskie Booster Club Golf Fundraiser
  • Muskie Stadium Seats for Sale by Muskie Booster Club –  see attachment for more information!  Muskie Stadium Seat Information

** Silver Cord Opportunities **

  • Peer Tutoring is a program for students that has students help students in math and science. We are currently in need of tutors for the program. To be a tutor you must have taken/be taking the subject that you want to help in and must have an A in the class. If you are interested please email either Evan Colony at
    colonyee@mcsdonline.org or Ms. Hirschfeld at betsy.hirschfeld@mcsdonline.org.  If you decide to tutor you will receive Silver Cord hours.
  • The West Middle School Homework Club is looking for high school students to tutor/buddy up with sixth-grade students to help them with their homework, practice reading aloud, etc.  The Homework Club will meet on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 3:30 pm-5 pm.   If you are interested in volunteering please contact Amy Matteson at WMS – amy.matteson@mcsdonline.org.

** Upcoming Events **  MHS Calendar Link

  • Please check the MHS Calendar for Activities and Sporting Events

** Important Dates **

  • Aug. 31 – Auditions for the MHS Fall Play – 3:45 pm
  • Sept. 1 – PPEL Overview – Jefferson Elementary School Commons – 6:30 pm
  • Sept. 5 – NO SCHOOL in observance of Labor Day
  • Sept. 6 – LifeTouch Picture Day – 7-11 am – Commons Foyer
  • Sept. 9 – Hall of Honor Nominations Due
  • Sept. 6  – PPEL Overview – New Wing at Muscatine High School – 6:30 pm
  • Sept. 18 – Muskie Booster Club Golf Fundraiser
  • Sept. 30 – MHS Homecoming Football Game
  • Oct. 1 – MHS Homecoming Dance
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