5.06.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Taco salad
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Soup & sandwich

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

Blood Drive today from 12:00 – 5:00 p.m. in the auditorium. (OFFICE)

FCCLA members: Don’t forget about the work schedule for today and your Blood Drive jobs. (HAALAND)

A huge “thank you” to the boys basketball team and the Lady Trojans. The photo is the icing on the cake. Both teams deserved a better outcome this season. Thank you so very much. (COACH SMITH)

FLC: Turn in your blue slips by Friday. The bus will leave at 9:00 a.m. Sunday morning. (CHIAVERINI)

Attention Drama/Play Students: Dress rehearsal this evening at 7:00 p.m.
Practice Thursday for “Paper & Plastic” at 7:00 p.m. – dress rehearsal at 8:00 p.m. on Friday. Questions call Jill Dieser at 295-9543. (KELSEY/DIESER)

Mr. Palmer will be out of the office Thursday morning administering the AP exam. (PALMER)

Seniors: Please bring me a senior picture – the deadline for the Western News senior edition is Tuesday, May 12. I have 15 pictures – I need 24 more. (OFFICE)

Driver’s Ed: Parent/Student meeting this evening at 6:00 p.m. in room 128. You need to bring a copy of your birth certificate, social security card and a black ink pen. We will be filling out some paperwork and will be going over the requirements and procedures for class. (J. JONES)

SENIORS: ALL of the local scholarships are coming due. ALL have been available for weeks with the exception of the Lincoln County Board of Realtors. This scholarship is due on Wednesday, May 20. Come see me for forms--last call!! (PALMER)

5.02.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Chicken leg dinner
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Taco salad

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

Attention Drama/Play Students: Practice tonight for “The Girl” at 7:00 p.m. – dress rehearsal on Wednesday at 7:00 p.m.
Practice Thursday for “Paper & Plastic” at 7:00 p.m. – dress rehearsal at 8:00 p.m. on Friday.
Questions call Jill Dieser at 295-9543. (KELSEY/DIESER)

Mr. Palmer will be out of the office Tuesday morning administering the AP exam. (PALMER)

Teachers of SENIORS and SOPHOMORES: This month I will be taking these classes on their field trip day. It would be just peachy if we could coordinate these days in such a manner that these students don't have make-up work for missing school as a result of winning the Wings fundraiser competition.
I would like to suggest Monday, May 18 as the senior field trip day and Tuesday, May 26 as the Sophomore field trip days. If this poses a problem, please let me know IMMEDIATELY but no later than Friday May 8. Thank you for your cooperation in this matter. (PALMER)

Seniors: You need to turn in a senior picture to the office. I will be sending them to the Western News soon – I only have 15 out of 39. (OFFICE)

Driver’s Ed: Parent/Student meeting Wednesday, May 6th, at 6:00 p.m. in room 128. You need to bring a copy of your birth certificate, social security card and a black ink pen. We will be filling out some paperwork and will be going over the requirements and procedures for class. (J. JONES)

The Annual Scholarship Breakfast sponsored by the employees of the Troy Ranger Station will be Wednesday morning (May 6th) from 6:30 – 9:30 a.m. All you can eat for $5.00 – breakfast burritos, biscuits & gravy, hashbrowns & pancakes. (OFFICE)

SENIORS: ALL of the local scholarships are coming due. ALL have been available for weeks with the exception of the Lincoln County Board of Realtors. This scholarship is due on Wednesday, May 20. Come see me for forms--last call!! (PALMER)

Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 6th. You must be at least 17 years of age to donate blood. Pick up a parental permission sheet and make an appointment at the office. (ALICIA ANDERSON)

5.1.09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Chicken strips
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Burgers

Please release Jr. High track people at 10:30 a.m. for the meet in Noxon. (J. JONES)

Any volleyball player interested in volleyball camps needs to meet in Mrs. Jansma’s room at break today. (JANSMA)

There will be a Panel Discussion Monday, May 4th, at 7:00 p.m. at the high school auditorium to meet and ask questions of those running for the two school board positions. (OFFICE)

The mentoring program is in need of two more male mentors. Please apply if you want to help others. (MRS. C.)

Please excuse tennis players at 12:15 today – the bus leaves at 12:30. (PRIEVES)

STW people: Forms are due and available. (HERMAN)

Driver’s Ed: Parent/Student meeting next Wednesday, May 6th, at 6:00 p.m. in room 128. You need to bring a copy of your birth certificate, social security card and a black ink pen. We will be filling out some paperwork and will be going over the requirements and procedures for class. (J. JONES)

Seniors: You can sign up at the office to let us know who you would like to walk with at graduation. Nine can walk as a trio (boy, girl, boy) six of you can walk as boy/girl couples. Make sure you have confirmed with your walking partner(s) before you sign the sheet. If you haven’t signed up by Monday – the office will assign you a spot. (OFFICE)

Fashion & Fiber Arts Club will meet at 4:00 p.m. in Mrs. Canepa’s room at the elementary school on Friday. (S. KELSEY)

The Annual Scholarship Breakfast sponsored by the employees of the Troy Ranger Station will be next Wednesday morning (May 6th) from 6:30 – 9:30 a.m. All you can eat for $5.00 – breakfast burritos, biscuits & gravy, hashbrowns & pancakes. (OFFICE)

SENIORS: ALL of the local scholarships are coming due--some as early as Friday. ALL have been available for weeks with the exception of the Lincoln County Board of Realtors. This scholarship is due on Wednesday, May 20. Come see me for forms--last call!! (PALMER)

If you plan to take Drivers Ed – you must be signed up and pay your $150 by the end of the school day TODAY. (J. JONES)

Open House at the new Activity Center Sunday at 2:00 p.m. The Senior All-Star basketball classic will start at 5:00 p.m. (OFFICE)

Blood Drive on Wednesday, May 6th. You must be at least 17 years of age to donate blood. Pick up a parental permission sheet and make an appointment at the office. (ALICIA ANDERSON)

Seniors: Don’t forget to turn in one wallet-sized photo to the office. They get sent to the Western News for the senior edition, then they come back to us for the senior hall. (OFFICE)

St Johns Lutheran Hospital has summer internships for four job positions. You must be at least 16 years old to apply--some jobs require that you be 18. These jobs will be for 400 hours this summer and pay $8.23 an hour. Applications are available from Mr. Palmer and are due to St. Johns no later than May 4th. (PALMER)

03/13/09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: BBQ chicken sandwich
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Nachos

Close Up Students: Remember I need the medical forms ASAP, $-if you know the dates, 10 addresses by Tuesday. I’ll see you Sunday. (RANDALL)

Tennis players: Come to the courts Monday after school. New comers are welcome – bring shovels! (PRIEVES)

Softball practice for all interested high school girls will be Monday from 3:30 – 5:00 in the high school gymnasium. Make sure you have physicals. (THOMPSON)

Softball open gym for Jr. High girls next Tuesday & Thursday at 5:00 in the high school gym. (OFFICE)

Halo tournament for grades 7-12 on Saturday, March 14th. Talk to Allie if you’re interested. Sign up is Saturday @ 1:30 at the gym. Thank you. (ALLIE MAESTAS)

Fashion & Fiber Arts Club will meet as usual Friday at 2:30 in Mrs. Canepa’s room.
(S. KELSEY)

Junior High Track will start Wednesday, March 18th after school at the elementary school. A physical is needed to participate. (J. JONES)

The 8th grade class is having a bake sale TODAY (for WINGS) during break and both lunches. Bring extra money and buy some great goodies! (JORDAN/MICHAELA)

The 8th grade class will also be selling pizza in the Foods Room TODAY during both lunches. The price is $1.50 per slice or $10.00 for a whole pizza. (OFFICE)

Fly Fishing, Fly Tying Club – Thursday’s at 3:30 at Morrison Elementary. You can talk to Luke Jones, sign up at the office or at the regular Thursday meeting. (OFFICE)

HIGH SCHOOL: This year's prom, "Vegas, Baby" will include casino style gaming tables like roulette, blackjack, poker, etc. Dealers are needed for each of these games. Dealers must like math. You need to be able to add numbers in your head quickly. If you would like to be a dealer, let your class representative know. Training will be provided. (RALSTON)

Track starts on Monday: All track participants need a physical by Monday. (COACH NEWTON)

Junior High Student Council meeting today at break. (MILLER)

Seniors: Remember to turn in your orders to Alicia by Friday. (A. ANDERSON)

Softball practice starts Monday, March 16th – you must have a physical. (R. THOMPSON)

Foreign Language Club: Please RSVP (that means let me know!) if you plan on attending our party Friday after school at my house. Remember to bring a dessert. (CHIAVERINI)

Mentors/Mentees: The PTA needs our help with their carnival on March 20th. This is our community service, so please see me to sign up. Also, a face painter is needed from 6:00 –8:00 p.m. Merci. (MRS. C.)

JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS: Silverwood Theme Park is sponsoring a reading program that awards free Silverwood tickets to students for reading for 10 hours between now and March 25. This must be recreational reading (not part of schoolwork) and must be verified by your parent. Instructions and tally sheets are available in the office. (RALSTON)

Senior yearbook pictures need to be turned in to Mr. Newton TODAY. (NEWTON)

SONG REQUESTS for prom should be made to any HS Student Council member before next Wednesday. (RALSTON)

03/12/09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Burgers
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: BBQ chicken sandwich

Close Up Students: Remember I need the medical forms ASAP, $-if you know the dates, 10 addresses by Tuesday. I’ll see you Sunday. (RANDALL)

Play practice on Thursday – we will cover pages 7-12 of “Paper or Plastic”. (KELSEY)

Halo tournament for grades 7-12 on Saturday, March 14th. Talk to Allie if you’re interested. Thank you. (ALLIE MAESTAS)

Strategy Team will meet Thursday as usual in the library during lunch.
Fashion & Fiber Arts Club will meet as usual Friday at 2:30 in Mrs. Canepa’s room.
(S. KELSEY)

The last day to order tuxes from Libby Floral is Thursday, March 12th. (OFFICE)

Junior High Track will start Wednesday, March 18th after school at the elementary school. A physical is needed to participate. (J. JONES)

The seniors will be selling sundaes/banana splits today. (SENIORS)

The 8th grade class is having a bake sale on Friday (for WINGS) during break and both lunches. Bring extra money and buy some great goodies! (JORDAN/MICHAELA)

The 8th grade class will also be selling pizza in the Foods Room on Friday during both lunches. The price is $1.50 per slice or $10.00 for a whole pizza. (OFFICE)

Fly Fishing, Fly Tying Club – Thursday’s at 3:30 at Morrison Elementary. You can talk to Luke Jones, sign up at the office or at the regular Thursday meeting. (OFFICE)

HIGH SCHOOL: This year's prom, "Vegas, Baby" will include casino style gaming tables like roulette, blackjack, poker, etc. Dealers are needed for each of these games. Dealers must like math. You need to be able to add numbers in your head quickly. If you would like to be a dealer, let your class representative know. Training will be provided. (RALSTON)

Anyone interested in track needs to meet in Mr. Newton’s room today during break. All track participants need a physical by Monday. (COACH NEWTON)

High school tennis starts Monday, March 16th. Get your physicals this week if you haven’t had one yet. New comers are always welcome. Join us Thursday & Friday after school and Saturday to help shovel the courts. (PRIEVES)

Junior High Student Council meeting Friday at break. (MILLER)

Seniors: Remember to turn in your orders to Alicia by Friday. (A. ANDERSON)

Softball meeting and sign up in the high school gym today after school. Softball practice starts Monday, March 16th – you must have a physical. (R. THOMPSON)

Foreign Language Club: Please RSVP (that means let me know!) if you plan on attending our party Friday after school at my house. Remember to bring a dessert. (CHIAVERINI)

Mentors/Mentees: The PTA needs our help with their carnival on March 20th. This is our community service, so please see me to sign up. Also, a face painter is needed from 6:00 –8:00 p.m. Merci. (MRS. C.)

JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS: Silverwood Theme Park is sponsoring a reading program that awards free Silverwood tickets to students for reading for 10 hours between now and March 25. This must be recreational reading (not part of schoolwork) and must be verified by your parent. Instructions and tally sheets are available in the office. (RALSTON)

Senior yearbook pictures need to be turned in to Mr. Newton by FRIDAY. (NEWTON)

03/05/09

HOT LUNCH TODAY: Soup & sandwich
HOT LUNCH TOMORROW: Chicken noodles

Eighth graders: Class meeting today during break in Ms. Drury’s room. (JORDAN/MICHAELA)

JUNIOR HIGH STUDENTS: Silverwood Theme Park is sponsoring a reading program that awards free Silverwood tickets to students for reading for 10 hours between now and March 25. This must be recreational reading (not part of schoolwork) and must be verified by your parent. Instructions and tally sheets are available in the office. (RALSTON)

The following 8th graders were ill on Friday and missed the NAEP examination. They will need to make up this test TODAY during 4th block in Mr. Smith's room:
Quinn Cossey
Austin Grable
Talus Martin
Jessica Pillans
James Quinton
Brad Rush
Colton Snow
Spencer Swimley (PALMER)

Anyone need a dress to wear for the prom? Come to the office – 4 dresses got dropped off here. (OFFICE)

Foreign Language Club: I will not accept raffle contracts after Friday. (CHIAVERINI)

Creative Writers: Please meet at the Hot Club after school on Friday. (CHIAVERINI)

NHS meeting this Friday at break time in Ms. Drury’s room. Please bring dues! (DRURY)

Strategy Team meeting Thursday at lunch in the library. (KELSEY)

Read through for “Paper or Plastic” will be Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Everyone in that play needs to be there. (KELSEY/DEISER)

Open gym softball Wednesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the elementary gym. (THOMPSON)

Mr. Palmer will not be in the office on Friday, March 6 and Tuesday, March 10. (PALMER)

A representative from MSU-Billings will visit Troy High School on Thursday, March 5 at 2:00. Please see Mr. Palmer to sign up. (PALMER)

COLLEGE BOUND SENIORS: The Army Corps of Engineers/Libby Dam is hiring three Park Rangers for the summer. The pay will range between $9.57 and $13.18 per hour depending on grade selected. Applications are available in Mr. Palmer's office. The deadline for the completed application is returned by 5:00 pm TODAY at the Libby Dam Office. Don't wait until the last minute! (PALMER)

Senior yearbook pictures need to be turned in to Mr. Newton by March 13th. (NEWTON)

03/02/09

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

The Junior class is having a bake sale for Wings during 1st & 2nd lunches today. (EBERLY)

The following 8th graders were ill on Friday and missed the NAEP examination. They will need to make up this test on Wedneday, March 4 during 4th block in Mr. Smith's room:
Quinn Cossey
Austin Grable
Talus Martin
Jessica Pillans
James Quinton
Brad Rush
Colton Snow
Spencer Swimley (PALMER)

Anyone need a dress to wear for the prom? Come to the office – 4 dresses got dropped off here. (OFFICE)

Foreign Language Club: I will not accept raffle contracts after Friday. (CHIAVERINI)

Creative Writers: Please meet at the Hot Club after school on Friday. (CHIAVERINI)

NHS meeting this Friday at break time in Ms. Drury’s room. Please bring dues! (DRURY)

Strategy Team meeting Thursday at lunch in the library. (KELSEY)

Read through for “The Girl Who Was Asked to Turn Blue” will be Tuesday at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Everyone in that play needs to be there.
Read through for “Paper or Plastic” will be Wednesday at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. Everyone in that play needs to be there. (KELSEY/DEISER)

Open gym softball Wednesday and Thursday at 5:30 p.m. at the elementary gym. (THOMPSON)

Mr. Palmer will not be in the office on Tuesday, March 3, Friday, March 6 and Tuesday, March 10. (PALMER)

A representative from MSU-Billings will visit Troy High School on Thursday, March 5 at 2:00. Please see Mr. Palmer to sign up. (PALMER)
Lifetouch will take the spring individual pictures TODAY – remember these are the ones that you can pay for after they come back. You can buy selected photos or the whole package. (OFFICE)

COLLEGE BOUND SENIORS: The Army Corps of Engineers/Libby Dam is hiring three Park Rangers for the summer. The pay will range between $9.57 and $13.18 per hour depending on grade selected. Applications are available in Mr. Palmer's office. The deadline for the completed application is returned by 5:00 pm on March 4 at the Libby Dam Office. Don't wait until the last minute! (PALMER)

Senior yearbook pictures need to be turned in to Mr. Newton by March 13th. (NEWTON)