posted Jan 15, 2013, 5:40 AM by Dennis Works
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updated May 22, 2013, 5:53 AM
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The final FCA meeting for this year will be tonight, from 5-6 pm
Locker clean out will be today during activity period.
High School graduation will be Saturday at 2PM in the junior high gym.
Any student needing to take a summer school class for make up credit should contact Mr. Works ASAP about options.
Students should not go to the JH end during finals week (unless they have actual business down there)
Semester exams will be Thursday and Friday with exams 1-3 on Thursday and exams 4-7 on Friday. The high school will be dismissed at 2:06 on Thursday and the entire district dismissed at 2:06 on Friday.
TEEN CENTER NEWS
Friday, May 31st Movie Night
FREE ADMISSION.... "Movie Night" Share your movie suggestion. Do you like comedy, scary or action? We will have the projector set-up so everyone will have a great view of the movie. Feel free to bring your bean bag chair... Bring money for snacks and donations are always welcome. 7-10pm
Saturday, June 29th Dance w/ DJ
The Operating Engineers will be accepting requests for taking the Apprentice Evaluation Test starting Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28 from 9AM to 1PM. Requests are made in person at 1969 Triad Road, St. Jacob, IL.
Third floor is dismissed early for lunch Mnday,Tuesday, and Wednesday.
Juniors may go in the gym during lunch period today.
Today's lunch menu includes cheeseburger macaroni dinner for A lunch and hot pocket for B lunch. |
posted Jan 14, 2013, 6:29 AM by Michael Treece
Save the date! You are invited to attend Trivia Night, sponsoredby the New Athens School Library on February 2, 2013. Trivia willbe at the Bullpen. Doors open at 6pm, trivia starts at 7pm.Purpose: - Fill deficit in library budget since the loss of PTO funding - Fund future family reading nightsGoal: - Last time we raised almost $1800, so that should be our goal.Details: - Tables are $80 for up to 8 adults - You can bring snacks, but all drinks are bought on-site - $10 for mulligans (10 freebie answers) - 1st place prize: $160 - 2nd place prize: $80 - Prize for best decorated or themed table and players
There will also be a silent auction!We really need and appreciate your support. You might alsoreceive additional information from your homeroom teachers.Reservations can be made by replying to metreece@na60.orgor by calling 618-581-6213.Thanks! |
posted Jan 8, 2013, 5:36 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Jan 14, 2013, 11:13 AM
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The boy's basketball team defeated Chester on Saturday to win the Chester Invitational Tournament. Tyler Myer anf Blake Ragland were named to the All-Tournament Team and the New Athen's cheerleaders received an award as the top cheerleading team in the tournament. The boy's basketball team has a home game on Tuesday against Governor French Academy. This is a varsity game only that begins at 7PM. The FS boy's basketball team plays at Dupo today.
The girl's basketball team has a home game on Wednesday against Waterloo and they play at Valmeyer on Thursday. HS play students will have their cast and crew party on Friday January 18 from 6-10 at NAHS. Members will have a meeting in activity period today in the HS library. School will be dismissed at 12:11 on Friday for school improvement activities and there is no school on Monday, the 21st due to Martin Luther King Day.
Spanish club will be meeting on Thursday. All P.E. students that are attending the Hidden Valley Trip need to have their money and permission slips turned in by Tuesday, January 22nd. FCA Meeting - This Wednesday night from 5:00 - 6:00 in Mrs. Dehler's Room. All Volleyball Players need to meet in room 102 during Homeroom on Wednesday.
Mr. Works will tentatively supervise after school conditioning on Wednesday for any students interesting in working out. Honor Society will be meeting on Tuesday during homeroom and activity period. Mr. Works will meet with all sophomores today during NAIL period to discuss a dual enrollment/dual credit program being offered next year in conjunction with SWIC. The meeting will be in the high school gym. Mr. Works needs to meet with seniors during NAIL period on Tuesday. The meeting will be in Mrs. Dinkelman's room. Mr. Works needs to meet with all juniors on Tuesday during homeroom. The meeting will be in the cafeteria. A representative from the Army national Guard will be here during lunch period on Wednesday. There will be a lock down drill on Wednesday at approximately 9AM
· Seniors-SWIC would like to invite interested students to their High School Senior Visit Day on January 25th from 9:30 a.m.-noon at the Belleville Campus in the Main Complex-Theatre.
· Seniors-AXA Achievement Community Scholarship is being offered to students active in their community. Details available in guidance office and on-line. Deadline: 2-1-13.
· Seniors-The CBAI Foundation for Community Banking is offering several scholarships. All high school students are eligible to apply. Deadline: 2-4-13.
· Seniors-Illinois PTA-The Lillian E. Glover Scholarship is being offered to seniors planning to major in education. Information on this is available in the guidance office. Deadline: 2-15-13.
Second floor will be dismissed early for lunch this week.
Juniors and seniors may go in the gym during lunch period.
Today's lunch menu includes chicken strips for A lunch and hamburger on bun for B lunch. |
posted Jan 4, 2013, 8:11 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Jan 7, 2013, 1:40 PM
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GIRL'S BASKETBALL SCHEDULE CHANGE. THE GIRL'S BB GAME SCHEDULED FOR MONDAY, JANUARY 14 WILL BE PLAYED TONIGHT AT MARISSA. THERE IS A VARSITY GAME ONLY BEGINNING AT 6:15PM. Congratulations to Derrick Hoffman who was selected to the All-Area Honorable Mention Team in cross country. The boy's basketball team competes in the Chester Tournament January 8, 10, and 12th. The boys play Elverado on Tuesday at 6PM. Congratulations to the girl's basketball team on finishing second in the Chester Tournament. The girl's have a game at Dupo on Thursday. Students should initially follow their 2nd semester schedules and then contact Peggy or Mr. Works today for any needed changes. Mr. Works would like to meet with the girl's cross country team during activity period today in room 202today and with the boy's team tomorrow during activity period in room 202. Students are reminded of the following attendance policy. A parent may only call in for absences four times each quarter. Any absence over four will result in an unexcused absence with only 50% credit for missed work, unless the absence is for medical, dental, or a significant reason excused by Mr. Works. Also, any student accumulating 10 unexcused absences in any class for the semester will be removed from that class and will receive a failing grade for the semester. Seniors who may be in danger of not having the required credits for graduation should check with Mr. Works to confirm whether correspondence classes are necessary. There will be an Art Club meeting today after school from 3:20 to 4:30. Any high school or junior high student is more than welcome to attend. Afternoon Beck students will not attend those classes on Wednesday. FCA Members and Officer's: Please check the FCA Bulletin Board for meeting dates and times. All meetings are scheduled for second semester. Volleyball Players: Sign-Up sheets are posted outside of Mrs. Patton's office door for the J.H. Volleyball Tournament on Saturday, January 26th. Please sign up to work a shift and sign up to bring a soup/sandwich items or other food items for the tournament. Krispy Kreme Doughnuts This Friday, January 11th, the Pride Team will be selling Krispy Kreme Doughnuts in the H.S. lobby. $1.00 a piece or $10.00 for a dozen. Students planning to attend University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign-the university is now accepting applications for the Fred S. Bailey Scholarship. Check in the guidance office for details. Deadline: 2-7-13.
· Seniors-The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program is offering scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Check in guidance office for details. Deadline: 1-10-13.
· Seniors-Egyptian Electric is offering (8) scholarships, (7) academic scholarship and (1) is for a student that will be attending the lineworker’s school. So if your parent is an Egyptian electric customer or employee, check in the guidance office for details on these scholarships. Deadline: 12/31/12.
· Seniors-The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program is offering scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Check in guidance office for details. Deadline: 1-10-13.
· Seniors-Burger King Lamore Foundation is offering scholarships. Information is available in the guidance office and on –line. Deadline: 1-10-13.
· Seniors-If you are a member of Vantage Credit Union-You are eligible for their Quest For Education Scholarship Program. Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline: 1-11-13.
· Seniors–to students with a financial need- The Hugh G. White and Lewis Lynch Tuskegee Airman Chapter is offering scholarships. Deadline: 1-12-13. First floor will be dismissed early for lunch this week. Juniors and seniors may go in the gym during lunch period. Today's lunch menu includes pepperoni pizza for A lunch and corn dogs for B lunch.
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posted Oct 2, 2012, 5:08 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Dec 20, 2012, 5:50 AM
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The girl's basketball team has an away game against First Baptist O'Fallon tonight. The girls open play in the Lebanon tournament next week with a game on Thursday at 6:30PM against Columbia.
The FCA Christmas Party is tomorrow from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. in Mrs. Dehler's Room. Please DO NOT bring a gift. There will be pizza and drinks provided. Any member who would like to bring a dessert, feel free. Fourth hour exam teachers need to take a count only of the number of students for lunches and then report this to Peggy. Final exams 4-7 will be given today. The entire district will be dismissed at 2:06 . There is a teacher's institute day on Friday and Christmas Break will run through January 6th, with school resuming Monday, January 7th.  The boy's basketball team defeated Dupo last night. The boys play in the Sesser Tournament next week with the first game on Wednesday at 8PM against Sesser. Students should not be dismissed for lunch today until announced over the intercom at 12:23. The lunch period will last until 12:53. Any student interested in attending a SEMO basketball game December 19, 29, or January 3 should see Mr. Works for complimentary tickets.
Students planning to attend University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign-the university is now accepting applications for the Fred S. Bailey Scholarship. Check in the guidance office for details. Deadline: 2-7-13.
· Seniors-The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program is offering scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Check in guidance office for details. Deadline: 1-10-13.
· Seniors-Egyptian Electric is offering (8) scholarships, (7) academic scholarship and (1) is for a student that will be attending the lineworker’s school. So if your parent is an Egyptian electric customer or employee, check in the guidance office for details on these scholarships. Deadline: 12/31/12.
· Seniors-The GE-Reagan Foundation Scholarship Program is offering scholarships to students who demonstrate leadership, drive, integrity, and citizenship. Check in guidance office for details. Deadline: 1-10-13.
· Seniors-Burger King Lamore Foundation is offering scholarships. Information is available in the guidance office and on –line. Deadline: 1-10-13.
· Seniors-If you are a member of Vantage Credit Union-You are eligible for their Quest For Education Scholarship Program. Applications are available in the guidance office. Deadline: 1-11-13.
· Seniors–to students with a financial need- The Hugh G. White and Lewis Lynch Tuskegee Airman Chapter is offering scholarships. Deadline: 1-12-13.
All students may go in the gym during lunch period today
Today's lunch menu includes only an A choice of mini corn dogs or regular corn dogs.
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posted Oct 1, 2012, 5:43 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Oct 1, 2012, 10:58 AM
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The Hall of Fame Banquet is Friday, October 5th in the evening. Please let Mr. Works know if you plan on volunteering to help at this event.
The NA After Prom weekend to work the Waterloo Sportsmans Haunted Trail is Oct 19 & 20th
Congratulations to the volleyball team for finishing 2nd in the Sparta Tournament. Anisa AlBori and Denae White were selected to the all-tournament team. Student Council will be meeting during activity period tomorrow.
There will be an FCA meeting Wednesday, October 3 at 7:30 AM. The deadline for the 7th annual AES Scholarship is October 5, 2012 . The scholarship will be awarding $500 to the winner(s) again this year. If you have not already submitted an application, please visit our website at http://www.aesengineers.com/scholarships.htmto learn how to apply. Ring orders will be taken on Tuesday, October 2nd from 3:05-5:30 in the main foyer Student council will be selling hoodies and t-shirts through October 10th. Please see your student council representatives to place an order. You need to prepay if you are getting your name or number on the back, otherwise, you can pay when they come in. · Seniors-The SWIC representative will be here on Wednesday at 3:00. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the office. Student council will be selling hoodies and tshirts through October 10th. Please see your student council representatives to place an order. You need to prepay if you are getting your name or number on the back, otherwise, you can pay when they come in. · Seniors-The SEMO representative will be here today at 8:15. The meeting will be in room 202. Juniors who want to take the PSAT test on October 17th need to register and bring ni their $14 ASAP. The first 20 registered students are eligible to take the test. · Seniors-The MacMurray College representative will be here during NAIL today. The meeting will take place in the computer lab. The cross country team has a home meet today. Any student who could volunteer t ohelp at the meet today should let Mr. Works know ASAP. The volleyball team plays at Trico on tuesday and at Valmeyer on Wednesday. There is no school Friday due to the county institute and no school next Monday due to Columbus Day. First floor is dismissed early for lunch this week. Juniors and seniors may go in the gym during lunch period today. Today's lunch menu includes hamburger on bun for A lunch and chicken nuggets for B lunch |
posted Sep 28, 2012, 5:43 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Sep 28, 2012, 5:44 AM
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Seniors-The SIUE representative will be here on October 12th at 8:15 a.m. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the high school office
If any students would like to register to vote, please see Mr. Works. You must be 18 years old.
The Hall of Fame Banquet is Friday, October 5th in the evening. Mr. Works is looking for student volunteers to help out at the banquet. This is a good opportunity for "volunteer service" for college applications and scholarships. See Mr. Works if you are interested.
There will be an FCA meeting Wednesday, October 3 at 7:30 AM.
Jostens will be here during NAIL period today to talk with sophomores about class rings. The meeting will be in the HS gym. Ring orders will be taken on Tuesday, October 2nd from 3:05-5:30 in the main foyer.
The sophomore class is selling school spirit temporary tattoos. You can purchase them from Mrs. Thoma or Mrs. Dinkelman starting today.
Student council will be selling hoodies and tshirts through October 10th. Please see your student council representatives to place an order. You need to prepay if you are getting your name or number on the back, otherwise, you can pay when they come in.
· Seniors-The SWIC representative will be here on October 3rd at 3:00. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the office.
· Seniors-The SEMO representative will be here Monday at 8:15. If you are interested in meeting with her, please sign-up in the high school office.
· Seniors-The MacMurray College representative will be here during NAIL on Monday. If you wish to meet with him, please sign up in the high school office.
The top 5 girls (Olivia Hoffman, Bailey Dudeck, Alina Lance, Courtnie Niederbrach, and Lexi Cahoon) all earned individual medals as the girls placed 3rd at yesterday's Chester Cross Country Invitational. Derek Hoffman won and individual award in the boy's varsity division while Dylan Toedte won an award in the fresh/soph division. The team has a home meet on monday.
All three volleyball squads (varsity/jv/freshmen) won their "volley for the cure" matches last night at Marissa. The varsity team plays in the Sparta Tournament on Saturday.
First floor is dismissed early for lunch next week.
All students may go in the gym during lunch period today.
Today's lunch menu includes cheese pizza for A lunch and fish sandwich for B lunch |
posted Sep 27, 2012, 5:43 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Sep 27, 2012, 6:55 AM
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Seniors-The SIUE representative will be here on October 12th at 8:15 a.m. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the high school office
If any students would like to register to vote, please see Mr. Works. You must be 18 years old.
The Hall of Fame Banquet is Friday, October 5th in the evening. Mr. Works is looking for student volunteers to help out at the banquet. This is a good opportunity for "volunteer service" for college applications and scholarships. See Mr. Works if you are interested.
There will be a short FCA meeting on Friday, September 28 right after school in Coach Patton's room (102) until about 4:00 PM. The group will discuss fundraisers and upcoming events
Jostens will be here during NAIL period on Friday to talk with sophomores about class rings. The meeting will be in the HS gym. Ring orders will be taken on Tuesday, October 2nd from 3:05-5:30 in the main foyer.
The sophomore class is selling school spirit temporary tattoos. You can purchase them from Mrs. Thoma or Mrs. Dinkelman starting today.
Student council will be selling hoodies and tshirts through October 10th. Please see your student council representatives to place an order. You need to prepay if you are getting your name or number on the back, otherwise, you can pay when they come in.
· Juniors and Seniors-The 51st Annual U.S. Senate Youth Program sponsored by The Wm. Randolph Hearst Foundation is offering this youth programs to students currently serving in an elected or selected office in your school. Student must show leadership ability. If you think you would be interested in this program, check in guidance office for details. Deadline: 10-3-12.
· Seniors-The SWIC representative will be here on October 3rd at 3:00. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the office.
· Seniors-Eastern Illinois representative will be here tomorrow at 8:15. If you would like to meet with him, pleasesign up in the high school office.
· Seniors-The SEMO representative will be here Monday at 8:15. If you are interested in meeting with her, please sign-up in the high school office.
Students who would like their face painted to support Volley for the Cure may have it done before school and during lunch in the main Lobby of the high school. Each painting will cost $1, and all proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation
· Seniors-The MacMurray College representative will be here during NAIL on Monday. If you wish to meet with him, please sign up in the high school office.
The cross country team runs at the Chester Invitational today. Runners should be dismissed at 2:45 PM.
The golf team competes at Trico today.
The volleyball team plays Marissa in the "Volley For the Cure" tonight and they play in the Sparta Tournament on Saturday.
Third floor is dismissed early for lunch this week.
Students nedd to remain in the cafeteria during lunch period today.
Today's lunch menu includes sub sandwich for A lunch and grilled cheese for B lunch |
posted Sep 25, 2012, 5:40 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Sep 26, 2012, 12:12 PM
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Seniors-The SIUE representative will be here on October 12th at 8:15 a.m. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the high school office
If any students would like to register to vote, please see Mr. Works. You must be 18 years old.
The Hall of Fame Banquet is Friday, October 5th in the evening. Mr. Works is looking for student volunteers to help out at the banquet. This is a good opportunity for "volunteer service" for college applications and scholarships. See Mr. Works if you are interested.
Student Council will be meeting Wednesday during activity period.
· Juniors and Seniors-The 51st Annual U.S. Senate Youth Program sponsored by The Wm. Randolph Hearst Foundation is offering this youth programs to students currently serving in an elected or selected office in your school. Student must show leadership ability. If you think you would be interested in this program, check in guidance office for details. Deadline: 10-3-12.
· Seniors-The SWIC representative will be here on October 3rd at 3:00. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the office.
· Seniors-Eastern Illinois representative will be here on September 28th at 8:15. If you would like to meet with him, pleasesign up in the high school office.
· Seniors-The SEMO representative will be here on October 1st at 8:15. If you are interested in meeting with her, please sign-up in the high school office.
Students who would like their face painted to support Volley for the Cure may have it done before school and during lunch in the main Lobby of the high school. Each painting will cost $1, and all proceeds go to the Susan G. Komen Cancer Foundation
· Seniors-The MacMurray College representative will be here during NAIL on October 1st. If you wish to meet with him, please sign up in the high school office.
The cross country team runs at the Chester Invitational on Thursday.
· Seniors-Interested in opportunities in the beauty industry-Paul Mitchel is having a career fair& Open House on Saturday, October 6th from 1:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. You must RSVP no later than October 3rd.
The volleyball team defeated Steeleville last night. They play Marissa in the "Volley For the Cure" on Thursday.
Third floor is dismissed early for lunch this week.
Freshmen and juniors may go in the gym during lunch today.
Today's lunch menu includes chicken patty for A lunch and hamburger salad for B lunch.
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posted Sep 24, 2012, 5:40 AM by Dennis Works
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updated Sep 24, 2012, 11:48 AM
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Seniors-The SIUE representative will be here on October 12th at 8:15 a.m. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the high school office If any students would like to register to vote, please see Mr. Works. You must be 18 years old. The Hall of Fame Banquet is Friday, October 5th in the evening. Mr. Works is looking for student volunteers to help out at the banquet. This is a good opportunity for "volunteer service" for college applications and scholarships. See Mr. Works if you are interested.
The Homecoming dance has been set for December 8. · Seniors-The SWIC representative will be here on October 3rd at 3:00. If you would like to meet with her, please sign up in the office. · Seniors-Eastern Illinois representative will be here on September 28th at 8:15. If you would like to meet with him, pleasesign up in the high school office. · Seniors-The SEMO representative will be here on October 1st at 8:15. If you are interested in meeting with her, please sign-up in the high school office. · Seniors-The MacMurray College representative will be here during NAIL on October 1st. If you wish to meet with him, please sign up in the high school office. The following students will be gone all day today for the Conference golf match: Scott Parker, Tyler Brandenburger, Stephen Lannom, Ryan Reuss, Jimmy Kiefer, and Wyat Hespin. Golfers will need to be at school by 6AM. The cross country team runs at Chester today. Runners should be dismissed at 3PM. The volleyball team plays at Gibault today and at Steeleville tomorrow. Third floor is dismissed early for lunch this week. Freshmen and sophomores may go in the gym during lunch today. Today's lunch menu includes chicken strips for A lunch and ham and cheese sandwich for B lunch. |
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