Thursday, December 17, 2009

12.17.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Corndogs
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Christmas dinner
DOOR DUTY THURSDAY: T. Bragg & J. Lizotte
DOOR DUTY SAT. JANUARY 2nd: J. Higgins, J. Funk, C. Fisher, L. Martin

Seniors: I am sending your names in so we can get your diplomas printed. I need you to stop by the office and double check spelling etc. before you leave for Christmas vacation. Thanks. (OFFICE)

SENIORS: There's been a fraudulent ACT/SAT test preparation telemarking scheme that has made the rounds in the Flathead area. The caller makes claims that the college-bound student signed up for the service at the Kalispell college fair and then solicits personal information, including credit card information. THIS IS A SCAM!!! If you or your parents receive such a call (originating from 866-569-1215,) please report it to the police. (PALMER)

HS Student Council meeting Friday 2nd lunch in the library. Freshmen need someone there. Agenda: discuss and choose a prom theme and suggest ideas for hallway access during lunch. (RALSTON)

FRIDAYS' BOYS BASKETBALL GAME HAS BEEN MOVED TO THURSDAY DEC.17 WITH THE NORMAL START OF 4:15 WITH C-GAME FOLLOWED BY JV AT 5:45 AND VARSITY AT 7:00. THANKS. (R. MAC)

Foreign Language Club: Our chocolate party is Friday after school in my room. Remember to bring a small wrapped gift. (CHIAVERINI)

All tennis players (new players welcome) – I will be in the office at break and 2nd lunch all week. Come and try on uniforms so you can choose your size. (PRIEVE)

Troy High School students (grades 9-12) may bring one guest to the Winter Ball Jan 9. Guests must be enrolled in high school or recently graduated (08 or 09), be under 21 years old, and be interviewed by Ms. Haaland and Mr. Ralston. The guest's reputation will be the determining factor in the decision to admit them and staff decisions are final. The guest is expected to be a 'partner' of the Troy student host and not simply a way to get in the door. The student host will be responsible for the behavior of the guest and be subject to subsequent disciplinary action. Guest tickets will not be sold until the guest is approved, and in no case will be sold within three days of the dance. (RALSTON)

Student’s attending the winter ball: there is a sign up sheet at the office for songs that you would like to be played at the dance. Please stop by and request songs so our D.J. will know what kind of music to play. If you don’t come by – no complaining! (FCCLA)

Advance ticket sales in the auditorium at lunchtime for the Winter Ball. It will be held in the high school gym on January 9th. Prices are $8.00 for couples and $5.00 for a single ticket. The dance is semi-formal – no jeans. No skirts, no tennis shoes, guys need to wear button up shirts & slacks. Girls need to wear dresses. Contact Rachel Garcia or Ann Hines if you can’t get a dress – we know of some you can borrow (they are pretty). (FCCLA)

JMG is selling candy grams. They will be 2 candy canes with a message and will cost $2.00 each. We will be selling them in the auditorium during first and second lunches starting Wednesday. The candy grams will be delivered on Friday, December 18th, during the first half of first block. (JMG)

Ms. Willis’s room will be open 1 hour after school on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. You can catch up on homework, type essays, do research etc. (WILLIS)

Break detention is in Mrs. Coleman’s room this week. (OFFICE)

8th graders: This week’s schedule is ABABA. (PALMER)

Wednesday, December 16, 2009

12.16.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Quesadillas
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Corndogs
DOOR DUTY THURSDAY:
DOOR DUTY SAT. JANUARY 2nd: J. Higgins, J. Funk, C. Fisher, L. Martin

FCCLA meeting during 2nd lunch TODAY. This is a very important meeting – don’t forget and don’t be late! (R. GARCIA)

Seniors: I am sending your names in so we can get your diplomas printed. I need you to stop by the office and double check spelling etc. before you leave for Christmas vacation. Thanks. (OFFICE)

CHEERLEADER TRYOUTS TODAY after school in the gym. Meet the new coach. Practice will run through Christmas vacation. (RALSTON)

FRIDAYS' BOYS BASKETBALL GAME HAS BEEN MOVED TO THURSDAY DEC.17 WITH THE NORMAL START OF 4:15 WITH C-GAME FOLLOWED BY JV AT 5:45 AND VARSITY AT 7:00. THANKS. (R. MAC)

Recycling Club meeting TODAY at break in Mrs. Miller’s room. (MILLER)

CLASS MEETINGS TODAY @ 3:05 to choose a Prom theme. Each class should suggest themes and choose one to be presented by your class at a student council meeting on Friday. Freshmen in Mrs Miller's room, Sophomores in Mrs. Vestal's room, Juniors in Mrs. Chiaverini's room, and Seniors in Mr. Lizotte's room. (RALSTON)

Foreign Language Club: Our chocolate party is Friday after school in my room. Remember to bring a small wrapped gift. (CHIAVERINI)

All tennis players (new players welcome) – I will be in the office at break and 2nd lunch all week. Come and try on uniforms so you can choose your size. (PRIEVE)

Lincoln County will have walk-in clinics for the H1N1 vaccine, seasonal flu shots, and pneumonia shots TODAY at the Kootenai Senior Center in Troy from1:00-4:00. Tell your parents – this is open for the public. (RALSTON)

Troy High School students (grades 9-12) may bring one guest to the Winter Ball Jan 9. Guests must be enrolled in high school or recently graduated (08 or 09), be under 21 years old, and be interviewed by Ms. Haaland and Mr. Ralston. The guest's reputation will be the determining factor in the decision to admit them and staff decisions are final. The guest is expected to be a 'partner' of the Troy student host and not simply a way to get in the door. The student host will be responsible for the behavior of the guest and be subject to subsequent disciplinary action. Guest tickets will not be sold until the guest is approved, and in no case will be sold within three days of the dance. (RALSTON)

Health Careers class applicants: You should send your completed application packet to:
Kelly Swenson
Flathead Valley Community College
777 Grandview Dr.
Kalispell, MT 59901.
The applications should be mailed no later than TODAY so it's sure to be on her desk on the deadline of Friday, December 18. (PALMER)

Student’s attending the winter ball: there is a sign up sheet at the office for songs that you would like to be played at the dance. Please stop by and request songs so our D.J. will know what kind of music to play. If you don’t come by – no complaining! (FCCLA)

Please support the NHS Food Drive for the Troy Food Pantry. Deadline is TODAY. The 1st block class with the most items wins donuts. We are also competing with Libby High School/Libby Middle School who is also running a food drive. (DRURY)

Advance ticket sales in the auditorium at lunchtime for the Winter Ball. It will be held in the high school gym on January 9th. Prices are $8.00 for couples and $5.00 for a single ticket. The dance is semi-formal – no jeans. No skirts, no tennis shoes, guys need to wear button up shirts & slacks. Girls need to wear dresses. Contact Rachel Garcia or Ann Hines if you can’t get a dress – we know of some you can borrow (they are pretty). (FCCLA)

JMG is selling candy grams. They will be 2 candy canes with a message and will cost $2.00 each. We will be selling them in the auditorium during first and second lunches starting Wednesday. The candy grams will be delivered on Friday, December 18th, during the first half of first block. (JMG)

Ms. Willis’s room will be open 1 hour after school on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. You can catch up on homework, type essays, do research etc. (WILLIS)

Break detention is in Mrs. Coleman’s room this week. (OFFICE)

8th graders: This week’s schedule is ABABA. (PALMER)

Tuesday, December 15, 2009

12.15.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Nachos
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Quesadillas

Recycling Club meeting tomorrow at break in Mrs. Miller’s room. (MILLER)

CLASS MEETINGS WEDNESDAY @ 3:05 to choose a Prom theme. Each class should suggest themes and choose one to be presented by your class at a student council meeting on Friday. Freshmen in Mrs Miller's room, Sophomores in Mrs. Vestal's room, Juniors in Mrs. Chiaverini's room, and Seniors in Mr. Lizotte's room. (RALSTON)

Foreign Language Club: Our chocolate party is Friday after school in my room. Remember to bring a small wrapped gift. (CHIAVERINI)

All tennis players (new players welcome) – I will be in the office at break and 2nd lunch all week. Come and try on uniforms so you can choose your size. (PRIEVE)

Lincoln County will have walk-in clinics for the H1N1 vaccine, seasonal flu shots, and pneumonia shots TOMORROW at the Kootenai Senior Center in Troy from1:00-4:00. Tell your parents – this is open for the public. (RALSTON)

Troy High School students (grades 9-12) may bring one guest to the Winter Ball Jan 9. Guests must be enrolled in high school or recently graduated (08 or 09), be under 21 years old, and be interviewed by Ms. Haaland and Mr. Ralston. The guest's reputation will be the determining factor in the decision to admit them and staff decisions are final. The guest is expected to be a 'partner' of the Troy student host and not simply a way to get in the door. The student host will be responsible for the behavior of the guest and be subject to subsequent disciplinary action. Guest tickets will not be sold until the guest is approved, and in no case will be sold within three days of the dance. (RALSTON)

Health Careers class applicants: You should send your completed application packet to:
Kelly Swenson
Flathead Valley Community College
777 Grandview Dr.
Kalispell, MT 59901.
The applications should be mailed no later than Wednesday, December 16 so it's sure to be on her desk on the deadline of Friday, December 18. (PALMER)

Student’s attending the winter ball: there is a sign up sheet at the office for songs that you would like to be played at the dance. Please stop by and request songs so our D.J. will know what kind of music to play. If you don’t come by – no complaining! (FCCLA)

Please support the NHS Food Drive for the Troy Food Pantry. Deadline is TOMORROW. The 1st block class with the most items wins donuts. We are also competing with Libby High School/Libby Middle School who is also running a food drive. (DRURY)

Advance ticket sales in the auditorium at lunchtime for the Winter Ball. It will be held in the high school gym on January 9th. Prices are $8.00 for couples and $5.00 for a single ticket. The dance is semi-formal – no jeans. No skirts, no tennis shoes, guys need to wear button up shirts & slacks. Girls need to wear dresses. Contact Rachel Garcia or Ann Hines if you can’t get a dress – we know of some you can borrow (they are pretty). (FCCLA)

The Marine recruiter will visit THS at lunch TODAY. (PALMER)

JMG is selling candy grams. They will be 2 candy canes with a message and will cost $2.00 each. We will be selling them in the auditorium during first and second lunches starting Wednesday. The candy grams will be delivered on Friday, December 18th, during the first half of first block. (JMG)

Ms. Willis’s room will be open 1 hour after school on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. You can catch up on homework, type essays, do research etc. (WILLIS)

Break detention is in Mrs. Coleman’s room this week. (OFFICE)

8th graders: This week’s schedule is ABABA. (PALMER)

Monday, December 14, 2009

12.14.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Soup & sandwich
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Nachos

Lincoln County will have walk-in clinics for the H1N1 vaccine, seasonal flu shots, and pneumonia shots this Wednesday at the Kootenai Senior Center in Troy from1:00-4:00. Tell your parents – this is open for the public. (RALSTON)

All guys turning 18: Did you know that you need to register with the Selective Service System within 30 days of your 18th birthday? Did you know you can NOT receive financial aid for college UNTIL you are registered with the Selective Service System? It's free, it's easy, it's required. www.sss.gov (PALMER)

Troy High School students (grades 9-12) may bring one guest to the Winter Ball Jan 9. Guests must be enrolled in high school or recently graduated (08 or 09), be under 21 years old, and be interviewed by Ms. Haaland and Mr. Ralston. The guest's reputation will be the determining factor in the decision to admit them and staff decisions are final. The guest is expected to be a 'partner' of the Troy student host and not simply a way to get in the door. The student host will be responsible for the behavior of the guest and be subject to subsequent disciplinary action. Guest tickets will not be sold until the guest is approved, and in no case will be sold within three days of the dance. (RALSTON)

Health Careers class applicants: You should send your completed application packet to:
Kelly Swenson
Flathead Valley Community College
777 Grandview Dr.
Kalispell, MT 59901.
The applications should be mailed no later than Wednesday, December 16 so it's sure to be on her desk on the deadline of Friday, December 18. (PALMER)

Student’s attending the winter ball: there is a sign up sheet at the office for songs that you would like to be played at the dance. Please stop by and request songs so our D.J. will know what kind of music to play. If you don’t come by – no complaining! (FCCLA)

Please support the NHS Food Drive for the Troy Food Pantry. Deadline is this Wednesday. The 1st block class with the most items wins donuts. We are also competing with Libby High School/Libby Middle School who is also running a food drive. (DRURY)


Advance ticket sales in the auditorium at lunchtime for the Winter Ball. It will be held in the high school gym on January 9th. Prices are $8.00 for couples and $5.00 for a single ticket. The dance is semi-formal – no jeans. No skirts, no tennis shoes, guys need to wear button up shirts & slacks. Girls need to wear dresses. Contact Rachel Garcia or Ann Hines if you can’t get a dress – we know of some you can borrow (they are pretty). (FCCLA)

The Marine recruiter will visit THS at lunch tomorrow. (PALMER)

JMG is selling candy grams. They will be 2 candy canes with a message and will cost $2.00 each. We will be selling them in the auditorium during first and second lunches starting Wednesday. The candy grams will be delivered on Friday, December 18th, during the first half of first block. (JMG)

Ms. Willis’s room will be open 1 hour after school on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. You can catch up on homework, type essays, do research etc. (WILLIS)

Break detention is in Mrs. Coleman’s room this week. (OFFICE)

8th graders: This week’s schedule is ABABA. (PALMER)

Wednesday, December 9, 2009

12.09.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Pizza
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: French dip
DOOR DUTY FRIDAY: J. Jones & B. Fuller (3-6), P. Suber & T. Kampfe (6:00)
DOOR DUTY SATURDAY: A. Chiaverini & T. Bragg (3-6) J. Higgins & S. Pepiot (6)

Troy High School students (grades 9-12) may bring one guest to the Winter Ball Jan 9. Guests must be enrolled in high school or recently graduated (08 or 09), be under 21 years old, and be interviewed by Ms. Haaland and Mr. Ralston. The guest's reputation will be the determining factor in the decision to admit them and staff decisions are final. The guest is expected to be a 'partner' of the Troy student host and not simply a way to get in the door. The student host will be responsible for the behavior of the guest and be subject to subsequent disciplinary action. Guest tickets will not be sold until the guest is approved, and in no case will be sold within three days of the dance. (RALSTON)

Now that winter seems to approaching, students should be aware that we typically cancel or delay school only when the roads are unsafe for the busses. This normally only occurs when we have freezing rain or so much snow the county cannot clear it fast enough. IF SCHOOL IS DELAYED it will be posted on the Troy Public Schools website (http://troymtk-12.us). If it is NOT posted on the website, school is in session. (RALSTON)

Strategy Team meetings Thursday during both lunches in the library. (STEVER)

Health Careers class applicants: You should send your completed application packet to:
Kelly Swenson
Flathead Valley Community College
777 Grandview Dr.
Kalispell, MT 59901.
The applications should be mailed no later than Wednesday, December 16 so it's sure to be on her desk on the deadline of Friday, December 18. (PALMER)

The Job Corps representative will visit THS on Thursday, December 10th at 11:00 am. If you are looking at vocational career training and FREE sounds good to you, you should plan to attend! See Mr. Palmer ASAP to sign up. (PALMER)

Student’s attending the winter ball: there is a sign up sheet at the office for songs that you would like to be played at the dance. Please stop by and request songs so our D.J. will know what kind of music to play. If you don’t come by – no complaining! (FCCLA)

Pep Club poster party Thursday at 6:00 p.m. in the lunchroom. (GOE)

Please support the NHS Food Drive for the Troy Food Pantry. Deadline is Wednesday, December 16th. The 1st block class with the most items wins donuts. We are also competing with Libby High School/Libby Middle School who is also running a food drive. (DRURY)

On stage TONIGHT at 7:30: All cast members. (SMITH)

Advance ticket sales begin today in the auditorium for the Winter Ball. It will be held in the high school gym on January 9th. Prices are $8.00 for couples and $5.00 for a single ticket. The dance is semi-formal – no jeans. No skirts, no tennis shoes, guys need to wear button up shirts & slacks. Girls need to wear dresses. Contact Rachel Garcia or Ann Hines if you can’t get a dress – we know of some you can borrow (they are pretty). (FCCLA)

Chris Crutcher is coming! Mr. Crutcher is the author of nine Young Adult novels, as well as an author who is no stranger to the Banned Book list. He was actually named the 6th most frequently banned author in 2008. Crutcher's reputation as an author is based on telling the truth and his fiction is all based on fact. Crutcher's writing works to show that prejudice in America is not dead but rather subtle and hard to pinpoint. He will be here speaking on censorship THIS Thursday in an all school assembly from 12:45 until the end of 3rd block. (RALSTON)

The Marine recruiter will visit THS at lunch on Tuesday, December 15. (PALMER)

JMG is selling candy grams. They will be 2 candy canes with a message and will cost $2.00 each. We will be selling them in the auditorium during first and second lunches starting Wednesday. The candy grams will be delivered on Friday, December 18th, during the first half of first block. (JMG)

Ms. Willis’s room will be open 1 hour after school on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. You can catch up on homework, type essays, do research etc. (WILLIS)

Junior/Senior High bowling starts Thursday, December 10th, at 3:30. You can bowl 3 games at a cost of $5.00 per week. (TROJAN LANES)

SENIORS: There will be a financial aid workshop THIS EVENING at 6:00 pm in Mr. Smith's room. This presentation will cover exactly HOW to apply for the Pell Grant, Student Loans, Work Study, and all other forms of need-based financial aid. YOU and at least one parent should plan to attend this very important meeting. (PALMER)

Break detention is in Mrs. Miller’s room this week. (OFFICE)

8th graders: This week’s schedule is BABAB. (PALMER)

Wednesday, December 2, 2009

12.02.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Chicken strips
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Spaghetti

The Troy High School FM radio station is starting to come together. If you want to be a part of it, see Mr. Ralston. (RALSTON)

A representative from the University of Montana/College of Technology will visit THS TODAY at 11:00 am. Interested students should see Mr. Palmer ASAP to sign up. (PALMER)

Seniors: Your picture I.D. cards are in – stop by the office during break/lunch and pick them up. (OFFICE)

Open gym softball for 7th & 8th grade girls will be this Thursday at 5:00 upstairs in the activity center. (COACH THOMPSON)

International Affairs Club meeting Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. (LIZOTTE)

JMG is selling candy grams. They will be 2 candy canes with a message and will cost $2.00 each. We will be selling them in the auditorium during first and second lunches starting Wednesday. The candy grams will be delivered on Friday, December 18th, during the first half of first block. (JMG)

Mandatory Pep Club meeting Thursday during break in the library. (GOE)

Ms. Willis’s room will be open 1 hour after school on Tuesday & Thursday afternoons. You can catch up on homework, type essays, do research etc. (WILLIS)

Foreign Language Club: The bus leaves at 9:30 Sunday morning. Please bring a sack lunch and money for dinner. I need a signed blue slip by Friday. (CHIAVERINI)

Junior/Senior High bowling starts Thursday, December 10th, at 3:30. You can bowl 3 games at a cost of $5.00 per week. (TROJAN LANES)

Junior High Student Council meeting Friday at break in Mrs. Miller’s room. (MILLER)

STW people: New forms are available. Please return November forms ASAP. (HERMAN)

On stage this evening at 7:30: Jasmine, Jezebel Wannabee’s, Justin, Mr. Bara, Hannah & Rachel Garcia. (pp. 27-31) (SMITH)

The Navy recruiter will visit THS during lunch on Tuesday, December 8. (PALMER)

SENIORS: There will be a financial aid workshop on Wednesday, December 9th at 6:00 pm in Mr. Smith's room. This presentation will cover exactly HOW to apply for the Pell Grant, Student Loans, Work Study, and all other forms of need-based financial aid. YOU and at least one parent should plan to attend this very important meeting. (PALMER)

HS Student Council meeting Friday during both lunches in the library. Get your lunch first thing and come to the library. STAFF: please release SC members a few minutes before the end of 2nd block so they can be first in line. (RALSTON)

FCCLA meeting TODAYduring second lunch in the library. (HAALAND)

NHS meeting Friday at break in Ms. Drury’s room. (DRURY)

Open gym softball Dec. 1st & 3rd at 6:00 p.m. upstairs in the new gym.
(COACH THOMPSON)

Break detention is in Chiaverini’s room this week. (OFFICE)

8th graders: This week’s schedule is BABAB. (PALMER)