WORD OF THE WEEK:
SATURNINE
sat·ur·nine (săt′ər-nīn′)
PART OF SPEECH/DEFINITION:
ADJ.: 1. Melancholy or sullen.
SENTENCE: Once he heard the news, his facial expression could be considered saturnine.
Stuff You Need to Know
Spartans, OLAS and SPANISH 5AP is seeking your help. We are working together to collect blankets for immigrants seeking asylum who are currently sleeping outdoors. If you would like to donate any used or new blankets, please place it in a plastic bag and drop it off to room 357 by December 1.
Do you have tickets for the talent show yet? Don't miss the annual tradition this Thursday at 7pm. There will be Debke dancing, singing duets, varsity cheer team, and of course, the return of the NASCAR Kid. Tickets are in the webstore, or cash sales in the Media Center before school for $5. Tickets are $7 at the door.
The FSCAB annual coat drive is now accepting donations! Please drop off any new or gently used coats to Ms. Sears in Student Services. FSCAB will deliver the coats on Wednesday, November 29th to Meaningful Purpose; a community charity group supporting women and teens in crisis.
Breakfast items are now available in the Spartan Lobby from 8:00am-8:25am and from 8:50am – 9:15am on Wednesdays. The price of the complete breakfast meal will either be Free, Reduced ($.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
Student Services News
Athletic News
Boys Swim & Dive - Tryouts for Boys Swim and Dive will start next week Monday, Nov. 20th! Tryouts for the swim team will start right after school and tryouts for the Diving Team will start at 6:00am before school on Monday. Please meet in the Spartan Lobby outside the Pool doors and bring a towel, swimsuit, and goggles. All participants will need to be registered online and have a valid sports physical. No experience needed!
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 this Thursday 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!
Girls Bowling - Registration for winter sports is open, that includes Girls Bowling! You must be registered on 8 to 18 and have an updated physical to tryout. Tryouts will be TODAY Tuesday, November 14th at Palos Lanes. We will leave school at 3:15 to head to the bowling alley, meet in the Spartan Lobby and check in with Coach Faro. If you have any questions, please email coach Faro at [email protected] or stop by room 157. See you there!
Girls Track - Congratulations!
Today is your day.
You’re off to Great Places!
You’re off and away!”
What? Girls Track & Field Informational Meeting
When? Today, afterschool in the Student Cafeteria (Junior/Senior Lounge)
Why? To start this tremendous journey!
See you there!!!