To help our kitchen staff, we ask parents to please bring their own sack lunch that day.  After lunch, parents may sign their child out early to go home.  Otherwise, please remember that students will be dismissed at the 2hr. early-out time of 1:05.

Announcements for Friday, May 18, 2012

1. Students who signed up for PRE-AP next year, there will be an important meeting after the 5th period test on TUESDAY in the IMC.  Summer homework will be discussed.  If you cannot attend, you must see your Pre-AP teacher (Mrs. Cantrell or Mrs. Hassett) prior to the end of the school year on Wednesday.
2. If you have an elevator key card please return that to the nurse’s office before you leave. Student’s who have medications in the nurse’s office, please pick those up before you leave.
3. Student’s must have all of their belongings cleaned out of PE and school lockers.  So check your lockers today and take home that coat, those gym shoes, and return those books!
4. Students who signed up for PRE-AP next year, there will be an important meeting after the 5th period test on TUESDAY in the IMC.  Summer homework will be discussed.  If you cannot attend, you must see your Pre-AP teacher (Mrs. Cantrell or Mrs. Hassett) prior to the end of the school year on Wednesday.
5. AP Language and Composition students:  Don’t forget to turn in any remaining textbooks or novels before next Wednesday or they will be turned in as missing and you will have to pay for them.
6. All Library Materials must be returned today.
7. Attention Boys Basketball Players:  If you have not done so yet, please pick up a summer calendar and clinic flyer from Coach Welsch’s office before the end of the year.  In order to receive your clinic t-shirt forms need to be in no later than May 28th.
8. Yearbooks will be distributed TODAY. Seniors will be handed out during cap and gown pick up and freshmen through juniors will be called down to the auditorium during 6 and 7 periods.  If you did not order a yearbook, they will be available to buy on a first come, first serve basis and will need to be purchased in the attendance center after school today and next week.
9. Anyone interested in learning more about Venturing Crew, a fun and exciting program for boys and girls ages 14-20, please pick up a flyer at the attendance center window.
10. Any boy wanting to try out for golf this fall needs to be at the information meeting on Wednesday, May 23 at 10:15AM in the cafeteria.
11. Summer school registration has started in student services.  Classes start May 29^th and end on July 2^nd.  Cost is $80 full price, $40 for reduced lunch students, and $20 for free lunch students.
12. Ever dream of acting in a musical? Auditions for the Pearl City Players production of “My Fair Lady” will be held at MCC on:
    1. Friday, June 1, 2012 — 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, June 2, 2012 — 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Callbacks on Sunday, June 3, 2012 — 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.  In addition to the principle roles, they are looking to cast a sizeable chorus.

Today is a (A) Day!

THE 8^TH GRADE PICNIC THAT WAS SCHEDULED FOR MAY 21^ST HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF PARTICIPATION.

You are invited to join a fun and exciting program called Veturing for boys and girls ages 14-20. We will be playing Guitar Hero and Rock Band while we enjoy refreshments and meet new friends. Check us out on facebook under Muscatine Venturing Crew 007. We want to invite you to join in the event on Monday, May 21 from 6:30 to 8:00pm at 216 Sycamore St. Muscatine (across from City Hall). For more information visit www.illowaabsa.org or contact Chris Fiedler at 563-299-6683 or Rosalee Fiedler at 563-299-5833. Stop by the attendance office for a flyer.

What’s your VERB? Biking, swimming, wrestling, throwing, kicking, hicking, fishing, jumping, running, playing, rollerblading? Find your VERB this summer! Participate in physical activity events and cool deals to complete scorecards to win prizes and a chance to win a grand prize at the VERB finale party! The 1^st 100 to register will get a t-shirt!! This is for ages 8-13. For more information email them at muscatinecounty@iowaverb.org or visit the website www.iowaverb.org

Sign up to get free games of bowling this summer at www.kidsbowlfree.com/plamorlanes

No strings attached…registered children receive certificates to bowl 2 free games a day all summer.

Huck Finn Junior Golf (a Youth Sports Foundation program) is back and offering access to quality golf clinics and three golf tournaments this summer for boys and girls ages 6-17 years. Total cost for registration and all tournaments is $35.00.

Dates and times vary for different ages so stop by the main office and pick up a flyer or call the Youth Sports Foundation office at 563-288-2541 for more information.

Youth Sports Foundation is also offering a 7^th & 8^th grade Football Camp run by MHS coach John Each. This camp is 7 weeks @ MHS turf field and weight room June 4-29 and July 9-27 Monday thru Thursday from 10:30 to 12:30. Speed and agility development along with conditioning and weight training, offensive and defensive instruction and skill development will be taught. Be ready at the start of your middle school season stronger, in shape, and already knowing your offensive and defensive plays! Cost is $40.00 and you may register at the Youth Sports Foundation at 2923 Cedar St. For more information please call the Youth Sports Foundation office at 563-288-2541

There is information in the attendance office regarding MHS Basketball camps and clinics this summer. Cost for each is $45.00 per camper. Times and dates vary so stop by and pick up an application form today. Deadline to register is May 29^th.

There is information in the attendance office regarding the Muskie Football Camp 2012. Camp dates are July 31, August 1, August 2. Cost of the camp is $50.00 and includes Nike Dri-Fit T-shirt. Anyone who participates in the YSF 7 & 8 grade camp over the summer will only be charged $20 for our camp. Please see Mr. Morgan or Mrs. Hartman for a registration form or for more information contact Jake Mueller at 263-6141 ext. 1122 or email him at: jmmueller@muscatine.k12.ia.us

Coach Claire Rhoten and the Muscatine Volleyball Staff present the 2012 Muscatine Summer Volleyball Camp. This camp is open to students entering grade 7-12 who are interested in playing volleyball. The camp will feature fundamentals, work out sessions, individualized skill practice, team building, and college level instruction. A camp T-shirt will be provided.

Dates: 9-12 graders Monday, July 30- Friday, August 3, 2012

(Monday kicks off the Snack Pizza Fundraiser for 9-12)

7-8 graders Tuesday, July 31- Friday, August 3, 2012

Location:  Muscatine High School Gymnasium

Times: Entering grades 9-12 work out at 9AM-12 PM (Gym remains open for reps)

Entering grades 7-8 work out at 1-3 PM Starts TUESDAY, July 31^st

(High School players stay Tues-Fri PM to earn community service hours)

Cost: $40 per camper (please submit money and registration form by July 15^th)

*Please contact Coach Rhoten with financial concerns.

*Camp participation does not guarantee participation in summer league.

*Rosters will be determined by the MHS coaching staff.

* Registration: Return by July 20^th, but walk-ins will be accepted

Send the following form and checks payable to:

Muscatine Volleyball

2705 Cedar Street

Muscatine, Iowa 52761

MAMD (Muscatine Academy of Music & Dance) will be offering a variety of dance and theater camps this summer available for all age groups. Costs for each camp and class varies so please stop by the Attendance office for more information.

Muscatine High School FFA plant sale dates are as follows: 17-18 – 7:30am to 6:00pm.

Muscatine Soccer Club is once again hosting the “British Soccer Camp” June 18 – 22 at the Muscatine Soccer Complex. Cost is $107 and you can register online at www.callengersports.com

You can also pick up an application form in the main office.

Mr. Morgan has purple & white NIKE duffle bags for sale in the attendance office.  They make great gym bags. Cost is $30.00. Stop by the attendance office to take a look.

If you have any questions or if your child will not be at school for any reason, you can e-mail me at krhartma@muscatine.k12.ia.us or you can call 563-263-0411 anytime after 7:30 a.m.

A reminder to parents:  You are asked to call between 7:30-8:30 a.m. if you plan to pick your student up early during the day. Parents must come to the attendance office to sign their student out we will then call them out of class. Thank you!

LUNCH TODAY: Pancakes w/ Sausage or Hot Dog

5/21/12: Tenderloin or PB&J

Upcoming events and dates to remember:

End of Year Activities:

Monday, May 21
8:30-9:45 Talent Show Practice
10:30-11:15 8th grade recognition
1:30-3:15      Talent Show

Tuesday, May 22
8:30-11:00 Math Auction
3:00-3:20 Locker Clean Out

Wednesday, May 23
Dismissal @ 1:20
Yearbook Signing Day

CMS ANNOUNCEMENTS                 Green Day                   Friday, May 18, 2012

Boy Scout flyers are on the table outside of 212 for an invitation to join the fun Monday, May 21^st 6:30-8 PM at 216 Sycamore St.

Registration for next year will be August 1, 8-6 at Muscatine High School.  This will be for the whole district.

Lost and Found items will be located in the hallway across from the main office until the last day of school. All items not claimed by the end of the school day on Wednesday, May 23rd, will be donated.

This is a friendly reminder to all 7th grade g2 students-please remember to wear your Survival t-shirt tomorrow for our celebration.  Also, remember to wear comfy walking shoes!

Muscatine Community fall soccer 2012 flyers are on the table outside of 212 for anyone who is interested.  Registration deadline is July 21^st at Noon.

If there are any students or staff who would like to write a note to Mrs. Heiman who is retiring from teaching Kindergarten at Jefferson, please stop by the main office.

There will be a summer program “The Verb Scorecards Program” that will give 6^th & 7^th graders a lot of fun opportunities to be physically active and then to get prizes.  Activities such as bowling, racquetball, dancing, and swimming will be offered.  Please come see Mrs. Rivera or Mrs. Murray to get more information.

Flyers are on the table outside of 212 for Huck Finn Junior Golf clinics for June, July and August.

Middle School programs for the Y are posted on the wall outside of 212.  These are the activities going on at the Y for the summer.

Be sure to sign up at Musser Public Library for the summer reading Hunger Games kick off jam dinner on June 1st.  Stop by the library to pick up a log and list of events.

It is Investigation U sign up time for all incoming 7th and 8th graders.  If you would like to experience fun field trips and exciting activities, sign up for this free two-week summer camp.  Turn in your applications at the main office, or to Mr. Adams in room 224.

The following 7th and 8th grade girls need to turn in their uniform to Mrs. Moeller or they will not be able to participate in the end of the year events.

Jescie Brauns (sweatpants and spikes)

Cameron Cooper (jersey top)

Emily Huggins (shorts)

Rachel Ness (sweatpants)

5th Grade Recognition Invite

POSTING DATE:   May 17, 2012

To apply for a Teacher or Schedule C position:

1. Please click on the following link to complete the MUSCATINE ELECTRONIC TEACHER EMPLOYMENT APPLICATION using your web browser.
2. When you are finished, and click “Submit Application” the application will be sent via e-mail to our Human Resources Department and a copy will be sent to you as well.
3. No one is considered for a position at Muscatine School District until we have a completed online application on file with us. We encourage applicants to send us a cover letter, resume, and a copy of their transcripts in addition to their application.

Wes Fowler
2900 Mulberry Ave
Muscatine IA 52761

Feel free to send an e-mail message to newapps@muscatine.k12.ia.us

Today is a (B) Day!

THE 8^TH GRADE PICNIC THAT WAS SCHEDULED FOR MAY 21^ST HAS BEEN CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF PARTICIPATION.

What’s your VERB? Biking, swimming, wrestling, throwing, kicking, hicking, fishing, jumping, running, playing, rollerblading? Find your VERB this summer! Participate in physical activity events and cool deals to complete scorecards to win prizes and a chance to win a grand prize at the VERB finale party! The 1^st 100 to register will get a t-shirt!! This is for ages 8-13. For more information email them at muscatinecounty@iowaverb.org or visit the website www.iowaverb.org

Sign up to get free games of bowling this summer at www.kidsbowlfree.com/plamorlanes

No strings attached…registered children receive certificates to bowl 2 free games a day all summer.

Library News:  Star Testing will continue in the Library through Friday, May 18th.  Thank you for your patience while students complete this final assessment!

Book Battle is this week!!!  Participants will compete Thursday, May 17 in the Library from 2:15-3:20.  Student list will be sent out soon!

Huck Finn Junior Golf (a Youth Sports Foundation program) is back and offering access to quality golf clinics and three golf tournaments this summer for boys and girls ages 6-17 years. Total cost for registration and all tournaments is $35.00.

Dates and times vary for different ages so stop by the main office and pick up a flyer or call the Youth Sports Foundation office at 563-288-2541 for more information.

Youth Sports Foundation is also offering a 7^th & 8^th grade Football Camp run by MHS coach John Each. This camp is 7 weeks @ MHS turf field and weight room June 4-29 and July 9-27 Monday thru Thursday from 10:30 to 12:30. Speed and agility development along with conditioning and weight training, offensive and defensive instruction and skill development will be taught. Be ready at the start of your middle school season stronger, in shape, and already knowing your offensive and defensive plays! Cost is $40.00 and you may register at the Youth Sports Foundation at 2923 Cedar St. For more information please call the Youth Sports Foundation office at 563-288-2541

There is information in the attendance office regarding MHS Basketball camps and clinics this summer. Cost for each is $45.00 per camper. Times and dates vary so stop by and pick up an application form today. Deadline to register is May 29^th.

There is information in the attendance office regarding the Muskie Football Camp 2012. Camp dates are July 31, August 1, August 2. Cost of the camp is $50.00 and includes Nike Dri-Fit T-shirt. Anyone who participates in the YSF 7 & 8 grade camp over the summer will only be charged $20 for our camp. Please see Mr. Morgan or Mrs. Hartman for a registration form or for more information contact Jake Mueller at 263-6141 ext. 1122 or email him at: jmmueller@muscatine.k12.ia.us

Coach Claire Rhoten and the Muscatine Volleyball Staff present the 2012 Muscatine Summer Volleyball Camp. This camp is open to students entering grade 7-12 who are interested in playing volleyball. The camp will feature fundamentals, work out sessions, individualized skill practice, team building, and college level instruction. A camp T-shirt will be provided.

Dates: 9-12 graders Monday, July 30- Friday, August 3, 2012

(Monday kicks off the Snack Pizza Fundraiser for 9-12)

7-8 graders Tuesday, July 31- Friday, August 3, 2012

Location:  Muscatine High School Gymnasium

Times: Entering grades 9-12 work out at 9AM-12 PM (Gym remains open for reps)

Entering grades 7-8 work out at 1-3 PM Starts TUESDAY, July 31^st

(High School players stay Tues-Fri PM to earn community service hours)

Cost: $40 per camper (please submit money and registration form by July 15^th)

*Please contact Coach Rhoten with financial concerns.

*Camp participation does not guarantee participation in summer league.

*Rosters will be determined by the MHS coaching staff.

* Registration: Return by July 20^th, but walk-ins will be accepted

Send the following form and checks payable to:

Muscatine Volleyball

2705 Cedar Street

Muscatine, Iowa 52761

MAMD (Muscatine Academy of Music & Dance) will be offering a variety of dance and theater camps this summer available for all age groups. Costs for each camp and class varies so please stop by the Attendance office for more information.

Muscatine High School FFA plant sale dates are as follows: 17-18 – 7:30am to 6:00pm.

Muscatine Soccer Club is once again hosting the “British Soccer Camp” June 18 – 22 at the Muscatine Soccer Complex. Cost is $107 and you can register online at www.callengersports.com

You can also pick up an application form in the main office.

Mr. Morgan has purple & white NIKE duffle bags for sale in the attendance office.  They make great gym bags. Cost is $30.00. Stop by the attendance office to take a look.

If you have any questions or if your child will not be at school for any reason, you can e-mail me at krhartma@muscatine.k12.ia.us or you can call 563-263-0411 anytime after 7:30 a.m.

A reminder to parents:  You are asked to call between 7:30-8:30 a.m. if you plan to pick your student up early during the day. Parents must come to the attendance office to sign their student out we will then call them out of class. Thank you!

LUNCH TODAY: Pasta & Meat Sauce w/ Breadstick or Hot Dog

5/18/12: Pancakes w/ Sausage

Upcoming events and dates to remember:

May 17 – Band concert 7:00pm

End of Year Activities:

Monday, May 21
8:30-9:45 Talent Show Practice
10:30-11:15 8th grade recognition
1:30-3:15      Talent Show

Tuesday, May 22
8:30-11:00 Math Auction
3:00-3:20 Locker Clean Out

Wednesday, May 23
Dismissal @ 1:20
Yearbook Signing Day

All Band Classes will be in the Little Theater today. There will be a full jazz band rehearsal tomorrow morning (Fri) at 7:20 A.M. to work on music for the student/faculty basketball game.

Band students are reminded to bring school owned instruments back to school by tomorrow.

Lost and Found items will be located in the hallway across from the main office until the last day of school. All items not claimed by the end of the school day on Wednesday, May 23rd, will be donated.

This is a friendly reminder to all 7th grade g2 students-please remember to wear your Survival t-shirt tomorrow for our celebration.  Also, remember to wear comfy walking shoes!

Show choir students please remember to report to West Middle School on Friday by 8:00 AM for the elementary tour.

Muscatine Community fall soccer 2012 flyers are on the table outside of 212 for anyone who is interested.  Registration deadline is July 21^st at Noon.

If there are any students or staff who would like to write a note to Mrs. Heiman who is retiring from teaching Kindergarten at Jefferson, please stop by the main office.

There will be a summer program “The Verb Scorecards Program” that will give 6^th & 7^th graders a lot of fun opportunities to be physically active and then to get prizes.  Activities such as bowling, racquetball, dancing, and swimming will be offered.  Please come see Mrs. Rivera or Mrs. Murray to get more information.

Flyers are on the table outside of 212 for Huck Finn Junior Golf clinics for June, July and August.

Middle School programs for the Y are posted on the wall outside of 212.  These are the activities going on at the Y for the summer.

Be sure to sign up at Musser Public Library for the summer reading Hunger Games kick off jam dinner on June 1st.  Stop by the library to pick up a log and list of events.

It is Investigation U sign up time for all incoming 7th and 8th graders.  If you would like to experience fun field trips and exciting activities, sign up for this free two-week summer camp.  Turn in your applications at the main office, or to Mr. Adams in room 224.

The following 7th and 8th grade girls need to turn in their uniform to Mrs. Moeller or they will not be able to participate in the end of the year events.

Jescie Brauns (sweatpants and spikes)

Cameron Cooper (jersey top)

Emily Huggins (shorts)

Rachel Ness (sweatpants)

Announcements for Thursday, May 17, 2012

Lunch Box Line is Rotini W/Bread Sticks or Pork Egg Rolls.

1. Attention Boys Basketball Players:  If you have not done so yet, please pick up a summer calendar and clinic flyer from Coach Welsch’s office before the end of the year.  In order to receive your clinic t-shirt forms need to be in no later than May 28th.
2. Any boy wanting to try out for golf this fall needs to be at the information meeting on Wednesday, May 23 at 10:15AM in the cafeteria.
3. This week will be SOAP’s last official meeting of the year! Come to the Cedar Street parking lot at 7:30 TONIGHT to pray for our seniors before they graduate.  Bring friends, blankets or chairs to sit on, and a snack to share.  See the group’s facebook page or Sarah Turner for details.
4. ATTENTION SENIORS – All overdue library materials will be submitted as obligations – and they must be paid by Friday, May 18.
5. Attention seniors:  If you have money left in your lunch account, please stop in the food service office for your refund TODAY.
6. Yearbooks will be distributed TOMORROW. Seniors will be handed out during cap and gown pick up and freshmen through juniors will be called down to the auditorium during 6 and 7 periods.  If you did not order a yearbook, they will be available to buy on a first come, first serve basis and will need to be purchased in the attendance center tomorrow afternoon.
7. 9-11^th grades MUST HAVE THEIR BOOKS, MAGAZINES, FLIP CAMERAS, FLASH DRIVES, ETC CHECKED BACK INTO THE LIBRARY TOMORROW.  THANK YOU FOR A GREAT YEAR IN THE LIBRARY!!
8. Summer school registration has started in student services.  Classes start May 29^th and end on July 2^nd.  Cost is $80 full price, $40 for reduced lunch students, and $20 for free lunch students.
9. Due to the escalation of theft and vandalism in the locker room/gym area no one under direct supervision of a teacher or coach should be in those areas.  If a student has a free period, you must be supervised otherwise you will be asked to leave or sent to an assistant principal.  Those cutting classes will be sent directly to an administrator.
10. Ever dream of acting in a musical? Auditions for the Pearl City Players production of “My Fair Lady” will be held at MCC on:
    1. Friday, June 1, 2012 — 6:00 to 9:00 p.m., Saturday, June 2, 2012 — 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.  Callbacks on Sunday, June 3, 2012 — 2:00 to 5:00 p.m.  In addition to the principle roles, they are looking to cast a sizeable chorus.

Tickets ARE NOW ON SALE!!! for the first ever DCI Muscatine: Percussion on the Pearl

Sunday, July 1st, 2012
7:30p.m.
Muscatine High School
Muscatine, IA  52761

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