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OUR SNOW MAKE-UP DAY WILL BE FEBRUARY 17^TH AND WILL BE AN EARLY DISMISSAL DAY, 1:05/1:15 p.m.

SCHOOL ACTIVITIES

State Speech Results

  On Saturday, February 8^th, the Stanton High School speech students traveled to Waukee High School for State Large Group Speech Contest. It was a great opportunity for the team members. The improv group of Charles Davis, Matthew Herrick, Ryan Volquartsen, and Levi Martin received an overall division two rating. The mime group of Charles Davis, Matthew Herrick, Sam Lindgren, and Damian Meek received an overall division two rating. We had outstanding parent support! Congratulations to the students and thanks for wonderful support! 

Red Cross Blood Drive

  FCCLA is sponsoring another blood drive on Monday, March 30^th, from 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m.  Call the high school office at 712-829-2162 to reserve a time or make an appointment online.

Driver's Education
  Stanton will be starting a Driver's Education class on February 17^th-March 14^th. Please talk with your student if they are of age 14 or older and have their permit or will be obtaining it before the 1^st day of class, they are eligible. If this works for you, have them sign up in the office or give us a call in the high school office at 829-2162. Fees are $315 for in district students and $370 for out of district students, due before class starts.

Cash for Classrooms

  We’re excited to share that our school is participating in Cash for Classrooms, part of Casey’s Rewards. This opens up Stanton Community School to new funding opportunities to help improve learning environments for students.

  The best part? Donations don’t come out of your own pocket. When you buy from Casey’s and use their rewards program you can simply turn your points into a donation to our school.

Help Stanton Community School make the most of this program and learn more at Caseys.com/schools.

PRINCIPAL

Tom Johnson

  We would like to recognize one of our bus drivers this week.  Mr. Tom Johnson has driven a bus for Stanton for 36 years and even drove the principal's bus when he was in elementary school. Tom is married to Donna and they have 2 sons Shane and Shawn and a daughter, Shari. Tom has lived in the Stanton area all his life. We appreciate Tom and all his efforts to transport our students to and from school safely.  

ATHLETICS

Viqueen Basketball

  The Queens finished the regular season defeating Lenox 60-24.  A quick start allowed the Queens to cruise to their 19th win of the season by jumping out to a 16-0 first quarter lead. By half time the Queens would be well in control leading 33-7. Viqueens finished the regular season at 19-2.

  The Viqueens started Region 7 play last night in Stanton against Diagonal. The second round of Regionals will also be held in Stanton on Tuesday, February 18^th, at 7 p.m. against the Audubon/Orient-Macksburg winner.

Viking Basketball

  Congratulations to the Vikings for being co-champions for the season. This is the 5^th year in a row that we have won or tied for the conference title. Along with this during those 5 years we have won the tournament 4 times and 2^nd the other time. Districts will start on February 20^th when we play Exira /Elk-Horn at CAM, Anita at 6:30 p.m.

Junior High Girls Track

  The junior high girls track team will begin practice on Monday, March 2^nd. The week of March 2^nd and the week of March 9^th, the team will conclude practice at school dismissal time daily (3:18 p.m.).  Beginning Monday, March 16^th, the team will practice 8^th hour and after school until 4:15 p.m. daily. The first track meet for the team is scheduled for Tuesday, April 14^th, as we host our Jr. Viking and Viking relays at home. An updated meet schedule will be sent home with the girls the first week of practice.

GUIDANCE

Scholarships

John Deere Scholarship-Feb 15 On-Line

World Class, The Mediacom Scholarship Program–Feb. 15

Iowa Financial Know-How Challenge:Senior Scholarship-Feb. 21

Buick Achievers Scholarship Program – Feb 27

The Iowa Arts Scholarship For The Arts - Due March 1
Iowa Scholarship For The Arts Iowa Arts Council -Due March 1
Mark Earl & Esther Ruth Spencer Technical Scholarship (MCEC Tech Scholarships) March 1 

LOCAL STANTON SCHOLARSHIPS - due March 13, 2020

Double Dozen Scholarship-Academics, character, leadership and potential for growth and success.

Duane Falk Scholarship-Based on academics, leadership, and participation in school and community activities. Number and amount designated annually.

Larmon Scholarship-Based on academics excellence and achievement in school and community activities. Number and amount designated annually.

American Legion Scholarship-Sponsored by the American Legion and Legion Auxiliary.  Based on academic and leadership accomplishments. Must be a relative of a veteran.    

National Honor Society Scholarship-One member---one non-member. Based on classes taken and grades. $100.00 each

Stanton Faculty and Administrators Scholarship-Must be going into an education field. 

Stephanie (Peterson) and Christopher Stein Scholarship-Must be attending Iowa State University. Based on moral character, attitude, leadership, activities in school, and community service. Number of scholarships designated annually. $500   

Ashley and Brooke Maley Memorial Scholarship-Amount to be determined yearly. Open to all senior students. Students may be pursuing any type of post-secondary education.

Class of 1963–One scholarship given to a graduating senior from Stanton Community High School. Students may be pursuing any type of post-secondary education.  

Stewart Sisters Scholarship-As alumnae of Stanton H. S., Shauna, Shalée, and ShaRee value the education we received there and feel it is important to give back. Based on academics, leadership, and participation in school and community activities. Open to graduating high school seniors.  Submit a local scholarship application.  Number and amount designated annually.

Sherie Goodemote Wistrom Memorial Scholarships-One $250 music or medical (nursing) related scholarship will be given. In order to receive the scholarship, you must be a graduating senior from Stanton Community High School, you will need to maintain a grade point average of 3.0 and be registered for college the following semester.

Robert E. Johnson Memorial Scholarship-Based on academics, leadership, and participation in school and community activities. $500

Myrna Johnson Memorial Scholarship-Based on academics, leadership, and participation in school and community activities. $500

Brooke Engstrand Scholarship-The Brooke Engstrand scholarship established in the spring of 2013 is intended for seniors planning to further their education in a 4-year or 2-year college program, or a technical school. Brooke had a passion for music and making the most of her life and the opportunities she was given. She was involved in many activities while a student at Stanton Community School, both in and out of school. Her love of horses and for others filled her life with joy and fulfillment. Brooke graduated in 2008 from Stanton High School. The number and amount of scholarships will be determined yearly.  Scholarships go to a graduating senior. Submit a local scholarship application, including a letter with personal information, post-secondary education plans, and need for this scholarship.

Darwin L. “Rosy” Rossander Memorial Scholarship-A scholarship has been established in memory of Darwin L. “Rosy” Rossander, a lifelong Stanton resident and community supporter. Youth, the activities youth were involved in, and the Stanton community were his passion. He attended almost every Stanton school event and loved supporting the Vikings and Viqueens.  Rosy was a 4-H leader. He led 4-H shooting sports and enjoyed helping youth improve their skills. Through his American Legion activities, he planned and organized numerous community service events and projects, including the veterans’ memorial that is on Main Street. The scholarship will be given to a Stanton student with evaluation based on involvement including, but not limited to: athletics, 4-H, choir, and community service activities.  

Stanton Masonic Tarkio Lodge #645 A.F.& A.M. Scholarship Endowed Fund -This scholarship was established in 2018. The scholarship shall be awarded to a graduating senior of Stanton Community Schools. Applicants will submit a local scholarship application and will include a written letter containing personal information and post-secondary education plans. Based on: Integrity, citizenship, leadership, and participation in school, church, and community activities. Amount to be designated annually. The scholarship money will be available in August of the awarded year.

Cassie Rae Williams Memorial Scholarship-Cassie Rae (Gilliland) Williams was a 2005 Stanton graduate, she attended college, and went out to explore the world. When it came time to raise her family she returned to Stanton. She joined several committees and organizations giving back to the community she loved. Cassie was taken tragically in an automobile accident in 2019. In her spirit of giving back this scholarship has been established in her memory. The number of scholarships and amounts awarded will be determined on a yearly basis. Scholarships go to a graduating senior. Submit a local scholarship application, including a letter or essay with personal information, and post-secondary education plans.

COMING EVENTS

Friday, 14^th              6:00-Junior Varsity/Varsity Boys Basketball at Bedford

Monday, 17^th           1:05/1:15-Early Dismissal

Tuesday, 18^th          7:00-Girls Regional Basketball, Here

                                  Stanton vs Audubon/Orient-Macksburg winner

Thursday, 20^th         6:30-Boys District Basketball at CAM

                                  Stanton vs Exira-EHK

Friday, 21^st              7:00-Girls Regional Basketball at Exira-EHK