December/January 2014-2015 - Keokuk Community School District

December/January 2014-2015
Zach Wigle, Principal
Brad McCloskey, Associate Principal
Jayson Campbell, Activities Director
INSIDE THIS ISSUE:
Principal’s
Desk
Cover
K Pride
2-3
Need To
Know
4-5
Activities
6
Happy Holidays from KHS,
I cannot believe that first semester is coming to an end. Your
kids have been working incredibly hard over the past three
months and the break is both needed and welcomed. Please
continue to push your children to do well. Whether your son/
daughter has been a high or low achiever, it is important to talk
to their teachers. Hopefully, teachers have communicated with all
of you before this point, either through a phone call, mailing, or
email.
There are many other ways that parents can help their sons and
daughters. Make sure……
That your student gets enough sleep each night.
That your student gets three square meals a day.
That your student has a designated time and place to study each
day.
That your student and you check PowerSchool on a regular basis.
That you ask your child how they did on a particular test or project that you saw on PowerSchool.
And please contact a teacher when there is a question or issue –
please don’t wait.
Thanks for all of your support this year and don’t forget to check
out the Semester Tests schedule included in this newsletter. Second semester is right around the corner so be sure to check out
your son or daughter’s second semester schedule. If there are
changes that need to be made, please contact the guidance department. We will be kicking our second semester off on Monday,
January 5th with the 1st annual K-Pride Kamp in day. Also, you
will be receiving a letter in the next week or two that highlights
the registration process for the 2015-2016 school
year. If you have any questions, or ever need
anything please stop in and see me.
Go Chiefs,
Zach Wigle
Page 2 K-Pride
2nd Annual K-Pride Kamp In Day
Let’s ring in 2015 with a K-Pride Kamp In Day.
Students wear your comfy clothes and everyone grab your pillow pets for the stay!
Staff, show some K-Pride so wear your shirt,
comfy bottoms, a smile, and a fun attitude wouldn’t hurt.
Monday, January 5th is the date.
Be on time as we will begin sharply at eight.
Your second semester homeroom will be the place to meet
This will be a day that can’t be beat.
Respectful, responsible, and ready we will be
There will be something for everyone to see
(KHS talent, Movie, Bingo, Board Games, Dodgeball, Scavenger Hunt, Arts & Crafts, Snack
Korner, Yoga, Karaoke, etc.)
Prizes will be given out all day,
So you will want to be sure to stay!
“People need responsibility. They resist assuming it, but they cannot get along without it.”
John Steinbeck
Page 3 K-Pride
Every month the high school teachers are choosing one student per grade level that excel in
the characteristics of responsibility, respect, and readiness. For the month of October our KPride students are (from left to right:) Freshman - Matt Wyatt, Sophomore - Grace Kite, Junior
- Frankie Korschgen, & Senior - Clark Bogner.
CHRISTMAS DINNER FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
KHS will host its 28th annual Christmas Dinner for Keokuk Senior Citizens (60 years and
older) on Tuesday, December 9th at Noon at FIRST CHRISTIAN CHURCH. There is no charge
for the dinner. Keokuk Senior Citizens may call (524-2542, extension 3) to make reservations. A salt-free menu is prepared by the KHS Kitchen Staff and served by the students.
Transportation will also be provided from Mississippi Terrace, River Terrace, Heritage Center,
and Hotel Iowa. Arrangements for transportation may be made when making reservations.
Organizations planning the event are: National Honor Society, Student Council, Special Education and Art classes, and Food Service.
Entertainment will be provided by students in the instrumental music program and the vocal
music program.
Page 4 Need To Know
FINANCIAL AID MEETING
A representative from the Iowa Student Loan College Access Network will be presenting a Financial
Aid Night on January 13th from 6:00pm-7:30pm.
The representatives from the Iowa Student Loan
College Access Network have extensive knowledge
in the college admissions and financial aid process.
This is a “can’t miss” for students and parents of
students who are college bound! Please contact
Mr. Wendt for more information.
It’s PDA AD Time!!
As you know, the yearbook staff provides
parents with the option of purchasing a
personal ad for their graduating senior. We
also encourage any group, organization,
acquaintance, or family member to express friendship, love, or congratulations
to their favorite students, seniors, etc. You
may purchase any size you like. The yearbook staff reserves the right for final editing decisions due to space or taste issues.
Attention All Keokuk Supporters: Please help
keep our great new facilities looking nice and tidy. Do
your part and make an effort to find a trash bin for your
waste and empty bottles. We now have some of the
best facilities in Southeast Iowa...Let’s take pride in
them!! GO Chiefs!!
Attention Students and Parents:
The last day to drop a class for second semester is January 9th.
WEATHER DELAYS/CANCELLATIONS
Changes in school times for all Keokuk public
schools are made by the superintendent and announced on KOKX-AM radio (1310), KBKB AM radio
(1360), KBUR-FM (107.9), WCAZ-AM radio (990),
WINK-FM (92.1), WGEM TV-10, KHGZ TV-7. School
delays, cancellations, and event announcements
are also available by calling 524-2542 and selecting option (7) from the menu. AS SOON AS THE
MENU STARTS YOU MAY PRESS #7 TO ACCESS THE
ANNOUNCEMENT.
SUGGESTED OPTIONS:
1. Parent for their seniors.
2. Seniors for their senior friends.
3. Groups for their senior members.
(i.e. band for all band seniors)
4. Underclassmen for their senior
friends.
5. Any student/parent may purchase a
PDA ad to celebrate the completion of
another school year.
Black and White
Half page $80
Quarter page $65
Eighth page $50
Color
Half page $100
Quarter page $85
SENIOR PICTURES
Senior Pictures must be turned in by March 13th to
Mrs. Thomas, yearbook adviser. If there is a problem, contact Mrs. Thomas at the high school, ext.
1221. If you are not planning to have senior portraits taken, contact Mrs. Thomas and she will take
your senior pictures for you free of charge.
Eighth page $70
Page 5 Need To Know
2014-2015 1st Semester Exam Schedule
Tuesday, December 16th
8:00-9:25 - 1st period exam
9:35-11:00 – 3rd period exam
11:00-12:00 – LUNCH (Open for everyone)
12:00-1:25 – 5th period exam
1:35-3:00 – 7th period exam
Wednesday, December 17th
Regular 1:45 Dismissal Schedule
Thursday, December 18th
8:00-9:25 – 2nd period exam
9:35-11:00 – 4th period exam
11:00-12:00 – LUNCH (Open for Everyone)
12:00-1:25 – 6th period exam
1:35-3:00 - Accommodations/Test Make Up
Friday, December 19th
Last Day of 1st Semester
1st 8:00-8:26
2nd 8:30-8:56
3rd 9:00-9:26
4th 9:30-9:56
5th 10:00-10:26
6th 10:30-10:56
7th 11:00-11:26
LUNCH @ 11:30 One Lunch at 11:30 (11:30-12:30) for anyone who wants to
eat at school, but students can leave for the day if everything is done and
turned in. Buses will still run on the normal 3:00 dismissal schedule.
12:30-3:00 Time for teachers to get things graded/finalized/done for first semester. Any student who still needs time to finish/complete/turn in assignments or tests can use this time too.
Page 6
Activities Department
Keokuk High School Show Choirs Present
“Singin’ for my Supper”
A Soup Cook-Off!
Saturday, December 13th from 4-8:30 PM
Keokuk Middle School Gym
We are inviting one and all to enter the Third Annual Soup Cook-Off, hosted by
the Keokuk High School Show Choirs.
Participants will have the opportunity to showcase their culinary skills by competing
for the coveted title of “Grand Soup Champion”, which includes a $200 Grand
Prize!
On top of the Grand Prize, a panel of judges will select winners for
“Caption Awards” in five categories including:
Most Innovative, Best Table Atmosphere, Spiciest, Hardiest, & Judges Favorite!
All styles of soup are welcome:
Traditional, exotic, vegetarian, gluten free, international…the sky is the limit! Be creative.
“Singin’ for my Supper” will be held on Saturday, December 13th from 4-8:30 PM
in the Keokuk Middle School Gym. The competing soups, along with various baked
goods will be
available the entire evening with two options to see the Showcase Performance at
either 4:00 or 7:00 PM.
This unforgettable evening will exhibit various forms of live entertainment throughout the night featuring the debut performances of the 2014-2015 KHS Show Choirs
Purple Harmony & Vibrations. You can enter your own delicious soup for an entry
fee of only $20. Or if cooking is not your thing, join us for the fabulous food and a
night of entertainment that will fill your stomach and warm your heart! You can purchase tickets in advance or at the door; only $7 for Adults, $4 for Students (K-12),
and $20 for a family.
Each ticket includes your dinner and admission to one of the performances!
Be creative and have fun with it! Enter your favorite soup, or
come try them all and vote for your favorite while enjoying
some outstanding entertainment.
We look forward to seeing you at Keokuk Middle School on
Saturday, December 13th!
For Registration Information Contact:
Joy Kite– (319) 670-8021
Sincerely,
KHS Show Choirs & Music Boosters

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