WORD OF THE WEEK:
OBLIQUELY
o·blique (ō-blēk′, ə-blēk′)
PART OF SPEECH/DEFINITION:
ADJ.: 1. Not in a direct way; indirectly.
SENTENCE: Her compliment to the doyen was deftly and obliquely made to insure there were no schmaltzy retorts extolling virtues in an attempt to curry her favor.
Stuff You Need to Know
Next week is SPIRIT WEEK! The OLTP and SADD are teaming up to provide a bunch of fun things all next week. SADD is hosting a spirit week raffle. Get a ticket every day in the media center if you are dressed in theme for a chance to win the $50 grand prize! The OLTP is hosting a candy raffle for tickets to see ROCK OF AGES this week on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday at 7:00pm. Check it out at all the lunches every day next week. Join us all next week in awareness and celebrating our fall musical.
TUESDAY: Sherrie is packing her bag; Vacation attire
Give yourself a mental vacation by putting some time aside today for some self-care.
WEDNESDAY: Team Stacee or Team Drew; Jersey Day or cowboys vs. rockstars
High School can be stressful at times, today become a cowboy or rockstar to have some fun.
THURSDAY: Pink Protest; Dress in pink to celebrate your favorite GIRLBOSS Anita
It’s always important to stand up for what you believe in, today wear pink to express pride in yourself for your perseverance.
FRIDAY: Don’t Stop Believin… in Spartans! Wear Green!
Believing in yourself is a big step in self-love. Take a second today to think about all of the things you appreciate about yourself.
MSA is hosting a YUMMY bake sale during all lunch periods starting Wednesday and running through Friday. All proceeds will be going to Palestine Children’s Relief Fund. You can also donate using the link. Lots of goodies to choose from. Thank you for your support!
Calling all Spooky Spartans! Do you like Fall, scary things, pumpkins, and ghouls? What about all things Halloween? Creative Writing Club is sponsoring the Halloween/Fall Poetry contest!
Submit your poem by TOMORROW Tuesday October 24th at 3pm to win 1st, 2nd, or 3rd place prizes for poems that will chill our spines! One entry per person, please! Please email your poem to Mrs. Razik [email protected] or Mrs. Madsen [email protected] by October 24th at 3pm to be eligible to win a prize.
Breakfast items are now available in the Spartan Lobby from 8:00am-8:25am and from 8:50am – 9:15am on Wednesdays. The price of the complete breakfast meal will either be Free, Reduced ($.30) or Paid ($3.50). A complete breakfast meal includes one entree and a minimum of one, up to two sides (unless otherwise marked). In addition to the complete meal, a la carte items such as breakfast bars, granola bars, etc. will also be available for purchase. Be ready to show your ID and please eat your breakfast BEFORE the start of your first period. Keep an eye out for the breakfast cart in the Spartan Lobby!
Students that need a locker, school issued lock or any other locker related issues, email [email protected]. See your email for further details.
Ventra Cards are now available for sale in the Business Office, Room 123. Cost is $2.00. If you’ve already purchased a card online, please pick it up in the Business Office. Business Office hours are 7:30am – 3:30pm. Plan accordingly! You will not be excused from class to pick up/purchase a card.
Tech Help - If you’re having trouble logging into your classes or having any other tech issues, please email [email protected] for tech assistance. If possible, include a screenshot of your issue.
Club/Team News
Girls who code - Today, there will be a Girls Who Code meeting. We will be making LinkedIn profile and learning about the benefits of having one. We will also do a fun activity and snacks will be provided. Come join us in room 369! Everyone is welcome.
Student Services News
Sophomores, juniors, and seniors – if you are considering the possibility of joining the military then you should sign up to take the ASVAB on Wednesday, November 8th. Please email or go down to see your counselor to get registered.
Athletic News
Boys Basketball –
Any Freshman Boys interested in Playing Basketball This Season: Boys Basketball tryouts are on Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7! We will hold a short informational meeting followed by a freshman only open gym immediately after school TOMORROW Tuesday, October 24 in the Spartan Gym until 4:15. Make sure you have shorts and basketball shoes with you to play. See you there! If you have questions, please email [email protected]
Any Upperclassmen (Classes of 2024, 2025, and 2026) interested in Playing Basketball This Season: Boys Basketball tryouts are on Monday, November 6 and Tuesday, November 7! We will hold a short informational meeting followed by a workout and open gym immediately after school on Thursday, October 26 in the Spartan Gym. Make sure you have shorts and basketball shoes with you to play. See you there! If you have questions, please email [email protected]
Anyone interested in being a boys basketball manager this season: The Boys basketball program is looking for a few good managers to help with our teams this season. Coach Rhodes will meet with anyone interested in being a manager this year after school in the Student Services Office 117 on Wednesday, November 1st. We will discuss the role of a team manager and expectations for this position. If you have questions, email [email protected]
Boys Track - It's that time of year again, with track and field right around the corner. The boys track team will have a preseason interest meeting on November 16th in the Jr/Sr lounge after school. We will discuss the offseason schedule and the expectations for the preseason. Come join a winning culture. We are back-to-back indoor champions and took home the trophy last year for outdoor as well. We've had multiple events go all state and broken 4 school records in recent years. Hope to see you there!
Cheer – Cheer tryouts for the competitive/basketball season will be held TODAY Monday October 23rd and TOMORROW Tuesday October 24th from 3:30-6:00pm in gym 101. Attendance on both days is mandatory. You must register on 8 to 18 prior to Monday, or you will not be allowed to attend. If you have any questions, please see Coach Vanderwarren in room 123.