STANTON COMMUNITY SCHOOL                                                                              FEBRUARY 3, 2012       

CLASS ACTIVITIES

  Viking Pride Cafe¢

  The Viking Pride Cafe¢ will be open again on Thursday, February 16^th at 12:00 noon in the Family & Consumer Science room at the Stanton High School. Bring your sweetheart, friend or relative and enjoy a meal planned and prepared by the Culinary Arts class. The cost is $7.00 and the menu will be ham balls with all the trimmings. Call the High School office at 712-829-2162 to reserve your spot.  

FCCLA Sponsoring Red Cross Blood Drive

  The FCCLA is sponsoring a Red Cross Blood Drive on Wednesday, March 7^th from 8:00 a.m.- 2:00 p.m. Look for more details in future bulletins.

Iowa Test of Basic Skills

  The Elementary and Middle School students will be taking the Iowa Test of Basic Skills (ITBS) beginning the week of Monday, February 6^th. Just as in their everyday school activities, you can help your student do their best by seeing that he/she is fully rested and is provided with a nutritious breakfast. This way they can give their best effort to doing the best job possible. Number 2 lead pencils are required by the machine-scored tests. Please provide two number 2 lead pencils with erasers for your student. Your continued support and cooperation is appreciated. Please contact Mrs. Sheila Mainquist, Guidance Counselor, if you have any questions regarding ITBS.

 

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ATHLETICS

Regional and District Games

  Stanton will be host to the Girls Regional Tournament on Thursday, February 9^th at 7:00 p.m. playing East Mills. We will also be hosting the Girls Tournament for the 2^nd round on Tuesday, Febrary 14^th. Admission to the tournament is $5 for both adults and students with no passes accepted.

  Stanton will be host to the Boys District 1^st round game on Monday, February 13^th at 7:00. The boys will be playing South Page. Admission to the tournament is $6 for both adults and students with no passes accepted.

Maidrite Supper

  Stanton Child Resource Center will be having a Maidrite Supper tonight from 5:00-7:00 p.m. in the high school concourse. We will be serving a sandwich, chips, dessert, and drink for a free will donation before and during the start of the basketball games against Essex. Your support of SCRC is greatly appreciated!

Parents’ Night

  Stanton Booster Club will sponsor Parents’ Night for all basketball players and cheerleaders tonight during the Essex home games. Players, cheerleaders and their parents will have their pictures taken prior to the girls game starting at 5:30 p.m. followed by the boys. All pictures will be taken before the girls game starts. Introductions of all players will be between the girls and boys games. Thank you for your support all season.

Vikes For Life

  The Vikings dropped their last 2 games: 34-55 to East Mills and 21-28 to Villisca. The Vikes are anxious to get back in the win column as they take on Essex tonight. The IHSAA has the district brackets finalized and the Vikings will host South Page in Round 1. Thanks for your continued positive support and encouragement.

Viqueen Basketball

  The Viqueens defeated East Mills 58-14 last Friday and lost to Villisca 40-43 on Tuesday. The girls will play Essex tonight and then will close out their regular season on Monday against Lenox. The girls will start Regional Tournament play on Thursday, February 9^th at home against East Mills.

JV Boys Basketball

  The JV Boys were in action at Villisca last night and will be wrapping up their season in Bedford Friday, February 10^th, in a JV/V double-header. The boys basketball schedule and results can be reviewed on the school's website by following the "Activities" link.

JH Boys Basketball

  The Junior High Boys Basketball team split with Villisca on Tuesday afternoon. The A team won 48-19, and the B team lost 18-35.  The boys will finish their season at Essex tonight. The A game will tip off at 3:45 p.m.

 

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GUIDANCE

Scholarships

KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program – February 8

-www.kfcscholars.org

Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarships – due February 10

-applications available at www.inanews.com/inf/scholarships.php

Robert E. Byers Scholarship Trust – February 15

-must be majoring in community enhancement or environmental areas of study

-applications are available on-line at www.keepiowabeautiful.com

-applications will only be accepted by e-mail

Cargill Scholarship Program – February 15

http://www.ffa.org/programs/scholarships/

FFA Scholarships – due February 15

-information available at http://scholarships.ffa.org and click on the “scholarship” link

-information also available from Mr. Boyer

Best Buy @ 15 – Feb. 16

-www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or www.at15.com

VEISHA Scholarships – February 17

-Two $500 Leadership scholarships

-Two $500 Community Service scholarships

-One $1,000 Central Committee ’72 – Doug Harms Memorial Scholarship

-Be a graduating senior and rank in the upper 15% of their high school class

-Have been accepted to Iowa State University and plan to attend in Fall 2012

-Have an ACT composite score of at least 26 and/or an SAT score of 1800 or higher

-Exhibit involvement in high school and community activities, particularly in leadership positions

-Exhibit dedication towards volunteering in their community and show potential for continued community involvement

-Must be able to attend VEISHA 2012 in Ames in order to be selected

- www.veisha.iastate.edu/scholars

Mark Earl and Esther Ruth Spencer Technical Scholarship (MCEC Technical Scholarships) – due March 1

-$1,000

-plan to enroll in a mechanical or trade course of study at an accredited Iowa community college

-applicant’s academic record, communication skills, financial need and plans for the future are considered carefully

-application available online at www.gl-iowa.org – click on “MCEC Scholarship Form in PDF” - or see Mrs. Mainquist

Southwest Iowa Rural Electric Cooperative Scholarship – March 31

- $500 scholarships

-Scholarships are for graduating seniors whose parents/guardians are members of Southwest Iowa Rural Electric Cooperative and reside in their service territory.

-Special consideration will be given to any student attending an accredited  lineman school.

-application may be downloaded at www.swiarec.coop

The Foundation for Rural Services (FRS) College Scholarship Program – due March 1

-30 $2,000 scholarships will be awarded with 19 remaining awards distributed proportionate to the number of applications received per region

-must be a graduating high school senior

-must have existing telephone service with Farmers Mutual Telephone Company (prefix number of 585,586, 829, 785 or 826)

-must be accepted by an accredited two- or four-year college, university or vocational-technical school

-must have at least a C grade point average

-express an interest to return to a rural community following graduation

-applications must be sponsored by Farmers Mutual Telephone Company and bear Kevin Cabbage’s signature

-http://www.frs.org or http://home.myfmtc.com/

Page County Farm Bureau – due March 1

-applicant must be a boy or girl from a Farm Bureau member family

-must have at least a 3.0 grade point average

-scholarship available only to those entering professions or vocations requiring at least a minimum of two years of college

Iowa Farm Bureau Federation Scholarship Program - due March 1

-must be a son and/or daughter of an Iowa Farm Bureau member

-must be accepted by or enrolled in an accredited college or university or community college

-must be a high graduate or have an expected graduation date of Spring 2011

-college freshmen, sophomores, juniors or seniors in a 2 or 4 year accredited college or university are eligible to apply

-students must maintain a minimum 2.5 grade point average throughout their college career to continue to qualify for this scholarship

-applicants must be working toward a degree in one of the following occupational areas of agriculture and/or agribusiness: (1)Production, (2) Horticulture, (3)Sales and Service, (4)Products and Processing, (5) Forestry, (6)Conservation, (7)Mechanization, (8) Research, (9) Economics, (10) Education and (11)Ag Health

-Apply at www.iowacollegeaid.gov and look under scholarships OR www.iowafarmbureau.com

Tobacco Free Scholarship – March 1

“SMOKING KILLS” Education Awareness Inc. will offer a scholarship to one Montgomery County tobacco-free senior with a GPA of 2.5 or higher.  The student must be preparing to enter a two or four year-college or technical school.  The county’s winner of the scholarship will have actively demonstrated support of a tobacco-free lifestyle.  Participating locally in “SMOKING KILLS” Education Awareness activities and anti-tobacco activities will be of benefit.  Proof of activities will be required.  A typed essay of 750-1,000 words telling of the candidate’s reasons for being tobacco –free and of the consequences of tobacco use for both user and the non-user will also be required.  Submission of the essay gives permission for publication in local media.  Awards will be given at the winner’s Awards Assembly in May of 2011.  Applications are available in the high school guidance office. 

Iowa Automobile Dealers Foundation for Education Scholarship - due March 1

-awarded to graduating seniors interested in the pursuit of automotive or truck-related studies, such as technician training, body shop/collision repair, diesel, new vehicle sales, parts sales, accounting, or business administration.

-www.IADA.com/FoundationForEducation.aspx

 

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ANNOUNCEMENT

Villisca Student Council Says, “Thanks You”

  Villisca Student Council would like to thank the Stanton basketball players, coaches, and fans for their support of our "Yellow Out" night. We raised over $600 to be donated towards cancer research.  Many families in our communities have been touched by this disease, thank you so much for helping us "play for a cure!"

Trip to Spain

  A trip to Spain is being planned for March of 2013. Anyone interest in going can contact Becky Poen at 712-829-2162 or 712-785-3639. This trip will not be school sponsored to allow us more flexibility both raising and spending funds. The school has to adhere to very strict funding codes provided in state law. A committee of Becky Poen and several parents will organize this event.

Mamrelund Sunday School

  Just a reminder: Mamrelund Sunday School will be held during church for the month of February.

Live Healthy Iowa Wellness Challenge

  Stanton Friends will be participating in the "Live Healthy Iowa Wellness Challenge" and would like to encourage others in the community to gather a team as well! It is a 100 DAY challenge, from January 23^rd-May 1^st, organized to encourage each of us to CHANGE OUR CHOICES AND LIVE HEALTHY. The program is sponsored by the IA Department of Public Health, ISU, IA Sports Foundation and the Iowa Food & Family Project. We encourage you to log on to www.livehealthyiowa.org for more information and to get your team registered.  Cost is $20 per person. Teams can be from 2-10 people who will track their activity minutes and/or pounds lost and make our contribution to helping Iowa become the healthiest state in the nation. 

  The school hallways are open to the public for walking from 5-6 p.m. on school days. You are asked to use front high school doors.  Elementary age students must be accompanied by an adult. Hallways will be available until the weather permits outside walking. 

  Stanton Friends is offering a 3 month membership to the Wellness Center free for each person registering, a $30 savings! Call Barb Allen at 712-621-4057 to receive your membership. If you’re already a member, we’ll add 3 months at no additional cost.

 

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COMING EVENTS

Friday, 3^rd                3:30-JH Girls Basketball with Essex, Here

                                3:45-JH Boys Basketball at Essex

                                5:00-7:00-Stanton Child Resource Center Meal in

                                    HS Concourse

                                6:15-HS Basketball with Essex, Here

                                    Parents’ Night

Saturday, 4^th            State Large Group Speech Contest

Monday, 6^th             6:15-HS Basketball with Lenox, Here

                                ICDA Honor Choir

Tuesday, 7^th            6:00-FFA Meeting

                                7:00-Yearbook Meeting

Wednesday, 8^th       7:30-School Board Meeting

Thursday, 9^th           7:00-HS Girls Regional Basketball Here

                                  Stanton vs. East Mills

Friday, 10^th              6:15-JV/Varsity Boys Basketball at Bedford

 

 

BREAKFAST MENUS FEBRUARY 6-10

Monday Cereal Toast Juice, Milk

Tuesday Tac Go Juice, Milk

Wednesday Long John Cereal Juice, Milk

Thursday Blueberry Muffin Juice, Milk

Friday Pancakes Juice, Milk

 

LUNCH MENUS FEBRUARY 6-10

Monday Italian Burger/Bun Potato Wedges Pears Rice Krispie Bar PB/Butter Sandwich, Milk

Tuesday Stadium Dog Chili/Cheese Mixed Vegetables Peaches/Cherry Crisp PB/Butter Sandwich, Milk

Wednesday Chili Crackers/Carrots Applesauce Cinnamon Roll PB/Butter Sandwich, Milk

Thursday Pizza Lettuce Applesauce PB/Butter Sandwich, Milk

Friday Tacos Lettuce/Cheese Corn/Pineapple Peanut Butter Bar PB/Butter Sandwich, Milk

 

 

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Spanish Group Fundraiser    ORDER BY FRIDAY, February 10

___ 3 Roses with Babies Breath $15.00         ___ Mylar Balloon Bouquet                                $10.00

___ 1 Rose with Babies Breath   $ 5.00          ___ Latex Balloon Bouquet                               $  5.00

_                      ___ 6 Red Roses                        $30.00         ___ Carmel Chocolate Candy Covered Apples $  6.00

 

Order Total $__________________

Orders will be delivered free to school students on Tuesday, February 14

CLASS ACTIVITIES

2012 Yearbook

  This year’s yearbook is “The Rest is History” The staff has been hard at work on this year’s book. The 2012 yearbook will go on sale beginning January 23^rd. From January 23^rd through January 27^th, yearbookswill cost $50, a savings of $10. From January 28^th through February 3^rd, the books will cost $60. Contact a yearbook staffer to order and pay for your book.

  You may also purchase your yearbook online with a credit card. To order online, go to www.stantonschools.com and click on the link that you see pictured above. That will take you to shopjostens.com where you can purchase your book. This link will go into effect starting January 23^rd.

  You can personalize your yearbook as follows:

                Icons (up to 4) for $3.50

                One line of personalization for $5.50

                Two lines of personalization for $7.50

  Regardless of which method you use to order, the book has lots of historical moments that the staff has worked very hard on so don’t’ miss out on a great book on history made at Stanton High.

Viking Pride Cafe¢ Open For Business

  The Viking Pride Cafe¢ will be open for business again on Thursday, January 26^th at 12:00 noon. Please call the High School Office at 829-2162 to make a reservation. They will be serving Chicken Stir-Fry and the cost will be $7.00. The next Viking Pride Cafe¢ will be Thursday, February 16^th (you can treat your sweetheart to a nice meal). 

Yellow Out Night at Villisca

  The Stanton Student Council in cooperation with the Villisca Student Council is promoting a cancer awareness night at the basketball game between Stanton and Villisca that will be held on Tuesday, January 31^st in Villisca. Fans from both schools are asked to wear YELLOW that evening to show their support for cancer research and there will be opportunities available throughout the evening to contribute to fundraising for cancer research. Please help support this worthwhile cause and be sure to wear YELLOW to the game.

Large Group District Speech

  On Saturday, January 21^st, Stanton speech students will be performing at Lewis Central High School in Council Bluffs for District Contest. Following are the groups and performance times: Group Improvisation (#1 Myles Peterson, Austin Becthold, Greg Marshall-12:40 p.m.), (#2 Bailey McKee, Madison Wookey, Collin Strickland-1:40 p.m.), Solo Mime- Crystal Mackey-8:00 a.m., One Act Play- (Bailey McKee, Madison Wookey, Erin Dekay, Emily Oster, Sarah Veon, Chole Taylor, Collin Strickland-8:10 a.m.), Ensemble Acting- (Myles Peterson, Sydney Grebin, Austin Becthold, Dakkota Druivenga-2:30 p.m.), Musical Theatre-(Joey Volquartsen, Kaitlyn Fiscus, Heidi Vanderholm, Chole Taylor-10:15 a.m.), and Radio Broadcasting- (Joey Volquartsen, Crystal Mackey, Heidi Vanderholm, Morgan Schrader, Sarah Veon, Kaitlyn Fiscus, Erin Dekay-1:15 p.m.).

  Good luck to everyone! 

 

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ATHLETICS

For Parents of Elementary Children Attending Games

  We are asking that parents have their children stay in the gym and watch the games rather than playing in the concourse and on the stairs. Thank you for your cooperation.

Mid America Energy Sponsors Game

  Thank you to Mid America Energy and Wes Royal for sponsorship of the games on January 24^th.

6^th Grade Concession Stand

  The 6^th grade social studies class will be hosting a concession stand during the Red Oak/South Page basketball games on Tuesday evening, January 24^th. The class is working to raise money for a field trip to the Strategic Air and Space Museum over between Omaha and Lincoln. The trip will supplement their learning of the Cold War, which we will be studying in late April. Please stop by and support our 6^th graders. Thank you.

Vikes For Life

  The Purple and White dropped a conference game at Clarinda Academy last Friday night, 37-50. They were knocked out of the Conference Tournament by Sidney on Tuesday evening, 33-41. The Vikes will be back in action on Tuesday at home against South Page.

Viqueen Basketball

  The Viqueens defeated East Mills, 57-29 to advance to the semi-finals of the Corner Conference Tournament. The girls then got a 48-36 victory in the semi-finals over Fremont-Mills to advance to the championship game tonight. The Viqueens will play Villisca at Fremont-Mills tonight. Game time is 7:45 p.m. 

Jr. High Boys Basketball

  Congratulations to the Stanton Junior High boys basketball team.  The Vikings defeated Clarinda Academy 46-13 last Friday night.  The boys will host Villisca Tuesday January 31^st.

 

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GUIDANCE

Scholarships

Elks National Foundation

-Forms available in the office or at www.elks.org

- Legacy Awards for Children of Elks - due February 1

-Child, grandchild, step-child or step-grandchild of an Elk in good standing and a high school senior

-based on leadership development and civic responsibility

-250 $4,000 scholarships

Christina Hixson Opportunity Award – due February 1

Application procedures:

1. Complete and mail the application for the Hixson Opportunity Award by February 1 at http://www.dso.iastate.edu/hixson/application

2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1 at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

3. Complete the Iowa State University admission process by February 1.

4. Submit a recommendation from a guidance counselor, teacher, or community leader that specifically discusses your qualifications based on the Criteria for Eligibility.

Iowa 4-H Scholarships

-February 1

-list of scholarships, instructions, and application available at http://www.extension.iastate.edu/4H/grants.html

-also available at the Montgomery County Extension office

AXA Achievement Community Scholarship –February 1

-up to 375 winners nationwide

-Scholarships of $2,000

-You can learn more about the program and download an application at www.axa-achievement.com. 

Masonic Scholarship - due February 1

-Approximately 60 scholarships in the amount of $2,000 will be awarded

-Must be a senior planning to attend an accredited institution which provides (1) a two or four year college program or (2) vocational training

-Need not have a Masonic connection

-The principal criterion is service to school and community with special emphasis  upon leadership roles in these areas.

-An applicant’s record, communication skills, and need for financial assistance are also considered carefully as is an evaluation of the applicant by a school official.

-The organization, appearance, and completeness of the application itself is also a factor considered in the selection process.

-The Scholarship Selection Committee will select a number of finalists who will be asked to appear before the committee for a personal interview.

-Applications may be found in the office or at www.gl-iowa.org.

Christina Hixson Opportunity Award – due February 1

Application procedures:

1. Complete and mail the application for the Hixson Opportunity Award by February 1 at http://www.dso.iastate.edu/hixson/application

2. Complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) by March 1

     at www.fafsa.ed.gov.

3. Complete the Iowa State University admission process by February 1.

4. Submit a recommendation from a guidance counselor, teacher, or community leader that specifically discusses your qualifications based on the Criteria for Eligibility.

KFC Colonel’s Scholars Program – February 8

-Earn a minimum high school cumulative GPA of 2.75

-Enroll in a PUBLIC college or university within their state of legal residence

-Plan to pursue a bachelor’s degree

-Be a U.S. citizen or permanent resident

-Demonstrate financial need

Robert E. Byers Scholarship Trust – February 15

-Four $500 scholarships

-must be enrolling in an Iowa college or university

-must be majoring in community enhancement or environmental areas of study

-applications are available on-line at www.keepiowabeautiful.com

-applications will only be accepted by e-mail

VEISHA Scholarships – February 17

-Two $500 Leadership scholarships

-Two $500 Community Service scholarships

-One $1,000 Central Committee ’72 – Doug Harms Memorial Scholarship

-Be a graduating senior and rank in the upper 15% of their high school class

-Have been accepted to Iowa State University and plan to attend in Fall 2012

-Have an ACT composite score of at least 26 and/or an SAT score of 1800 or higher

-Exhibit involvement in high school and community activities, particularly in leadership positions

-Exhibit dedication towards volunteering in their community and show potential for continued community involvement

-Must be able to attend VEISHA 2012 in Ames in order to be selected

- www.veisha.iastate.edu/scholars

Best Buy @ 15 – Feb. 16

-9-12 grade students

-Students need solid grades

-Students involved in volunteer community service or work experience

-www.bestbuy-communityrelations.com or www.at15.com

Cargill Scholarship Program – February 15

This program is for U.S. high school seniors in Cargill communities planning to pursue a two- or four-year degree in any major. Applicants must visit their local Cargill facility or subsidiary and obtain a signature from a Cargill manager on their application. The Cargill Community Scholarship Program awards 350 one-time $1,000 scholarships each year. The program is administered by National FFA.   http://www.ffa.org/programs/scholarships/

FFA Scholarships – due February 15

-must be a U.S. citizen

-must be a high school senior or currently enrolled in college

-information available at http://scholarships.ffa.org and click on the “scholarship” link

-information also available from Mr. Boyer

Iowa Newspaper Foundation Scholarships – due February 10

-Scholarships are awarded on the basis of academic record, demonstrated talent and desire to work for an Iowa newspaper.

-Some consideration will be given to financial need. 

-Most awards are limited to students attending Iowa colleges, universities and community colleges; see scholarship descriptions for details.

-applications available at www.inanews.com/inf/scholarships.php

 

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ANNOUNCEMENTS

Live Healthy Iowa Wellness Challenge

  Stanton Friends will be participating in the "Live Healthy Iowa Wellness Challenge" and would like to encourage others in the community to gather a team as well! It is a 100 DAY challenge, from Jan. 23^rd-May 1^st, organized to encourage each of us to CHANGE OUR CHOICES AND LIVE HEALTHY. The program is sponsored by the IA Dept. of Public Health, ISU, IA Sports Foundation & the Iowa Food & Family Project. We encourage you to log on to www.livehealthyiowa.org for more information and to get your team registered. Cost is $20 per person, with a $5 coupon available at HyVee.com. Teams can be from 2-10 people who will track their activity minutes and/or pounds lost and make our contribution to helping Iowa become the healthiest state in the nation.

  Stanton Friends is offering a 3 month membership to the Wellness Center free for each person registering, a $30 savings! Call Barb Allen at 712-621-4057 to receive your membership. If you’re already a member, we’ll add 3 months at no additional cost.

JHUG AND CYO UPCOMING EVENTS

  This coming Sunday, the 22^nd, there will be a Movie Night for JHUG & CYO.  All 7-12th grade students are welcome to the Nimrod house to watch “Facing the Giants.” (It's the 2006 film about the faith of "A losing coach with an underdog football team that face their giants of fear and failure on and off the field to surprising results."-IMDb)

  JHUG please meet 6:30-8:00 p.m. (& get picked up) at the Stanton Care Center on Wednesday, the 25^th, for playing games with residents. (No pizza that night)

   Looking forward to the Swing Choir Luncheon at Mamrelund on Sunday, the 29^th, and then studying some more exciting chapters from the book of Revelation with CYO students from 5:30-7:00 p.m. at the Nimrods.

 

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COMING EVENTS

Friday, 20^th              6:15- Girls Conference Basketball Tournament at Fremont-Mills

Staturday, 21^st         District Large Group Speech Contest

                                6:15- Boys Conference Basketball Tournament at East Mills

Monday, 23^rd           6:15-JV Basketball at East Mills

Tuesday, 24^th          5:00-JB Girls Basketball with Red Oak, Here

                                6:15-HS Girls Basketball with Red Oak, Here

                                7:45-HS Boys Basketball with South Page, Here

Friday, 27^th              3:30-JH Girls Basketball with East Mills, Here

                                6:15-HS Basketball at East Mills

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