MIDDLE SCHOOL / HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS
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MIDDLE SCHOOL / HIGH SCHOOL ANNOUNCEMENTS |
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| Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday |
| BREAKFAST: French Toast Sticks, Cereal, Fruit, Milk |
| LUNCH: Chicken & Noodles, Beef Fingers, Carrots, Sub Sandwich, Salad, Yogurt, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk |
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-This week's play rehearsals will be held on the stage. The schedule is as follows: Monday, February 27th - 7:00 pm - Act 1: Scenes 1-4; Tuesday, February 28th - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 1-4; Thursday, March 1st - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 5-9, Friday, March 2nd - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 5-7. -Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, and exhibit outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, and character are eligible to apply for National Honor Society. (Refer to the 2nd page of your registration packet for more information.) Only students that complete the necessary documentation and turn it in by the deadline of March 30 will be considered for membership. Documentation can be picked up from Karen's office. -NO students under the age of 18 are allowed in the weight room without adult supervision. * COUNSELOR'S CORNER *
-Seniors: Please feel free to stop by my
office to ask questions or request
transcripts when filling out
college/scholarship applications. I am
available to help! Thanks, Mrs. Lhotak. -Take a Road trip to Friday FYI Visitation Day at Southeast Technical Institute on March 2nd from 11 am - 2 pm! Register at http://visit.southeasttech.edu or call 605-367-6040. -Seniors, The following scholarships have been updated on Mrs. Lhotak's website - MARCH DEADLINES: Agfirst Farmers Coop (reminder March 1 deadline); Brookings-Deuel Rural Water System; $1,000 Dacotah Bank/South Dakota Bankers; $500 Dacotah Bank Future Stars; Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey Memorial; Minnesota FarmHouse Fraternity; and SAMMY 2012 Got Milk?; APRIL DEADLINES: Curtis Marvis Hohn; SDATAT -Pioneer Hi-Bred International is looking for 100 pollinators to assist in their corn nursery field. Students, teachers and parents are encouraged to apply for a seasonal position. Applicants must be 14 years of age by June 30, 2012. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak. If you have questions, please contact Gena Hult at 605-627-9167 ext 201 or gena.hult@pioneer.com. -Continental Resources Youth Geology Field Camp with South Dakota School of Mines & Technology - Open to grades 9-12 - June 10-15, 2012. This is an exciting overnight, outdoor camping activity for students who like the outdoors and are interested in careers in geology, geological engineering or paleontology. Registration costs $550. For more information go to www.sdsmt.edu/learn/youth or email ypce@sdsmt.edu.-KIDS SPEAK 2012 is a public form at which youth present their ideas to a panel of distinguished decision-makers. 2012 Topic: How can improved policies help South Dakotans increase teen driving safety? Application deadline: March 9, 2012. Check out this website for more information: www.sdvoicesforchildren.org.-Sioux Valley Energy, Rural Electric Youth Tour June 15-21, 2012 in Washington, D.C.: During the week, 1,500 high school students from all over the country come together to learn more about Government, Cooperatives, and Rural Electrifications. This is an all expense paid trip. Sophomores, juniors or seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Sioux Valley Energy are eligible to apply, one student will be selected from South Dakota or Minnesota. Contact Jennie Patrick at 1-800-234-1960. -Junior Girls: Learn more about how our government system works by signing up to attend Girls State. Girls State brings together the best girls from all over the state of South Dakota to experience a week of intensive training in citizenship and government. You must plan to attend the FULL session from Monday, May 28 - Saturday, June 2, 2012. You must be a person of high moral character with strong leadership abilities and above average scholastic standing. The local auxiliary pays all fees for you to attend. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. -Dakota State University is providing ACT Prep sessions for area high school students. The sessions will be held on the campus of DSU in the Tunheim Classroom Bldg on Monday evenings from 6:30-9:00 pm beginning February 27 and ending on April 2nd. The cost for all 6 sessions is $50 per student. All students interested in attending the sessions can register online at http://www.dsu.edu/academics/act-prep.aspx. Registration deadline is February 23. -Lake Area Technical Institute is hosting a Manufacturing Camp on February 22nd for those interested in electronics/robotics, precision machining, and welding. Registrations need to be received by February 15. See Mrs. Lhotak for a registration form. -North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS - Wahpeton Campus) will be hosting "Culinary Intensive", a four day experience with culinary arts during 2 sessions: June 17-21 and June 24-28. You must be at least 16 years old to apply. This program is limited to 15 students. There is a $50 non-refundable registration fee due with the application and $100 fee due at the beginning of camp. The application is due by May 11. Learn more at www.ndscs.edu/culinary-arts or ask Mrs. Lhotak for a brochure. -Employment announcement for those who are 18 years old: Inside Wireman (Electrician) Apprentice. Request for application may be obtained from this website: dakotasjatc.org. (2/29) -Junior Boys ~ It's time to sign up for Boys State! Boys State is sponsored by our local American Legion Post. It is a great opportunity for you to learn more about how our government system works. To be eligible, you must exhibit the following: leadership; scholarship; and character, honesty, cooperation. Boys State will be held at Northern State University May 28-June 1, 2012 in Aberdeen. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. (2/29) -Oakwood, Poinsett and Lake Thompson are looking for summer employees beginning in May. Please go to www.bop.sd.gov to find applications, or call Oakwood Lakes State Park at 605-627-5441 for more information. -The City of Volga is looking for applicants for the swimming pool and summer recreation programs. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak's office or the City of Volga office. Closing date is Friday, March 2, 2012. |
| BREAKFAST: , Cereal, Fruit, Milk |
| LUNCH: , Sub Sandwich, Salad, Yogurt, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk |
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-Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, and exhibit outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, and character are eligible to apply for National Honor Society. (Refer to the 2nd page of your registration packet for more information.) Only students that complete the necessary documentation and turn it in by the deadline of March 30 will be considered for membership. Documentation can be picked up from Karen's office. -The internationally known "Soweto Gospel Choir" is performing in Brookings at the PAC on March 30. Students wishing to attend this concert may purchase tickets through Mrs. Holt for $10 each (normal ticket rates are $25-38). Please order your ticket with Mrs. Holt no later than March 1. -NO students under the age of 18 are allowed in the weight room without adult supervision. * COUNSELOR'S CORNER *
-Seniors: Please feel free to stop by my
office to ask questions or request
transcripts when filling out
college/scholarship applications. I am
available to help! Thanks, Mrs. Lhotak. -Take a Road trip to Friday FYI Visitation Day at Southeast Technical Institute on March 2nd from 11 am - 2 pm! Register at http://visit.southeasttech.edu or call 605-367-6040. -Seniors, The following scholarships have been updated on Mrs. Lhotak's website - MARCH DEADLINES: Agfirst Farmers Coop (reminder March 1 deadline); Brookings-Deuel Rural Water System; $1,000 Dacotah Bank/South Dakota Bankers; $500 Dacotah Bank Future Stars; Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey Memorial; Minnesota FarmHouse Fraternity; and SAMMY 2012 Got Milk?; APRIL DEADLINES: Curtis Marvis Hohn; SDATAT -Pioneer Hi-Bred International is looking for 100 pollinators to assist in their corn nursery field. Students, teachers and parents are encouraged to apply for a seasonal position. Applicants must be 14 years of age by June 30, 2012. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak. If you have questions, please contact Gena Hult at 605-627-9167 ext 201 or gena.hult@pioneer.com. -Continental Resources Youth Geology Field Camp with South Dakota School of Mines & Technology - Open to grades 9-12 - June 10-15, 2012. This is an exciting overnight, outdoor camping activity for students who like the outdoors and are interested in careers in geology, geological engineering or paleontology. Registration costs $550. For more information go to www.sdsmt.edu/learn/youth or email ypce@sdsmt.edu.-KIDS SPEAK 2012 is a public form at which youth present their ideas to a panel of distinguished decision-makers. 2012 Topic: How can improved policies help South Dakotans increase teen driving safety? Application deadline: March 9, 2012. Check out this website for more information: www.sdvoicesforchildren.org.-Sioux Valley Energy, Rural Electric Youth Tour June 15-21, 2012 in Washington, D.C.: During the week, 1,500 high school students from all over the country come together to learn more about Government, Cooperatives, and Rural Electrifications. This is an all expense paid trip. Sophomores, juniors or seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Sioux Valley Energy are eligible to apply, one student will be selected from South Dakota or Minnesota. Contact Jennie Patrick at 1-800-234-1960. -Junior Girls: Learn more about how our government system works by signing up to attend Girls State. Girls State brings together the best girls from all over the state of South Dakota to experience a week of intensive training in citizenship and government. You must plan to attend the FULL session from Monday, May 28 - Saturday, June 2, 2012. You must be a person of high moral character with strong leadership abilities and above average scholastic standing. The local auxiliary pays all fees for you to attend. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. -Dakota State University is providing ACT Prep sessions for area high school students. The sessions will be held on the campus of DSU in the Tunheim Classroom Bldg on Monday evenings from 6:30-9:00 pm beginning February 27 and ending on April 2nd. The cost for all 6 sessions is $50 per student. All students interested in attending the sessions can register online at http://www.dsu.edu/academics/act-prep.aspx. Registration deadline is February 23. -Junior Boys ~ It's time to sign up for Boys State! Boys State is sponsored by our local American Legion Post. It is a great opportunity for you to learn more about how our government system works. To be eligible, you must exhibit the following: leadership; scholarship; and character, honesty, cooperation. Boys State will be held at Northern State University May 28-June 1, 2012 in Aberdeen. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. (2/29) -Oakwood, Poinsett and Lake Thompson are looking for summer employees beginning in May. Please go to www.bop.sd.gov to find applications, or call Oakwood Lakes State Park at 605-627-5441 for more information. -The City of Volga is looking for applicants for the swimming pool and summer recreation programs. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak's office or the City of Volga office. Closing date is Friday, March 2, 2012. |
| BREAKFAST: Breakfast Biscuit Sandwich, Cereal, Fruit, Milk |
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LUNCH: Macaroni Carbonara, Grilled Cheese & Tomato Soup, Green Beans, Sub Sandwich, Salad, Yogurt, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk |
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-FFA Teacher Appreciation Breakfast 7:30 am -This week's play rehearsals will be held on the stage. The schedule is as follows: Tuesday, February 21st - 4:00 pm - Act 1: Scenes 5-9; Thursday, February 23rd - 7:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 1-4; Friday, February 24th - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 5-7. -There will be an FCA meeting today from 1:45-2:00 pm in Mr. Ruesink's room. Everyone is welcome. -SENIORS: The Josten's rep will be in the Commons from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm today to take your cap and gown orders. -SOPHOMORES: The Josten's rep will be in the Commons from 11:00 am to 1:00 pm today to take your orders. -There will be an FCCLA work night after school on Thursday. Please talk to Ms. Madsen if you will not be there. -The library will be closed on Thursday for Kindergarten screening. AP students will come as usual. -Registration Meetings will be held on Thursday, February 23rd according the following schedule:
*All sophomores will meet in Mrs. Vostad's
room at 10:03- beginning of 3rd period
*All 8th graders and parents will meet in the Library at 6:30 pm -Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, and exhibit outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, and character are eligible to apply for National Honor Society. (Refer to the 2nd page of your registration packet for more information.) Only students that complete the necessary documentation and turn it in by the deadline of March 30 will be considered for membership. Documentation can be picked up from Karen's office. -The internationally known "Soweto Gospel Choir" is performing in Brookings at the PAC on March 30. Students wishing to attend this concert may purchase tickets through Mrs. Holt for $10 each (normal ticket rates are $25-38). Please order your ticket with Mrs. Holt no later than March 1. -NO students under the age of 18 are allowed in the weight room without adult supervision. * COUNSELOR'S CORNER *
-Seniors: Please feel free to stop
by my office to ask questions or
request transcripts when filling out
college/scholarship applications. I
am available to help! Thanks, Mrs.
Lhotak
-Take a Road trip to Friday FYI Visitation Day
at Southeast Technical Institute on March 2nd
from 11 am - 2 pm! Register at
http://visit.southeasttech.edu
or call 605-367-6040.
-Seniors, The following scholarships have been
updated on Mrs. Lhotak's website - MARCH
DEADLINES: Agfirst Farmers Coop (reminder March
1 deadline); Brookings-Deuel Rural Water System;
$1,000 Dacotah Bank/South Dakota Bankers; $500 Dacotah
Bank Future Stars; Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey
Memorial; Minnesota FarmHouse Fraternity; and
SAMMY 2012 Got Milk?; APRIL DEADLINES: Curtis Marvis
Hohn; SDATAT
-Pioneer Hi-Bred International is looking for
100 pollinators to assist in their corn nursery
field. Students, teachers and parents are
encouraged to apply for a seasonal position.
Applicants must be 14 years of age by June 30,
2012. Applications can be picked up from Mrs.
Lhotak. If you have questions, please contact Gena Hult
at 605-627-9167 ext 201 or
gena.hult@pioneer.com.
-Continental Resources Youth Geology Field Camp
with South Dakota School of Mines & Technology -
Open to grades 9-12 - June 10-15, 2012. This is
an exciting overnight, outdoor camping activity
for students who like the outdoors and are
interested in careers in geology, geological
engineering or paleontology. Registration costs
$550. For more information go to -KIDS SPEAK 2012 is a public form at which youth present their ideas to a panel of distinguished decision-makers. 2012 Topic: How can improved policies help South Dakotans increase teen driving safety? Application deadline: March 9, 2012. Check out this website for more information: www.sdvoicesforchildren.org.-Sioux Valley Energy, Rural Electric Youth Tour June 15-21, 2012 in Washington, D.C.: During the week, 1,500 high school students from all over the country come together to learn more about Government, Cooperatives, and Rural Electrifications. This is an all expense paid trip. Sophomores, juniors or seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Sioux Valley Energy are eligible to apply, one student will be selected from South Dakota or Minnesota. Contact Jennie Patrick at 1-800-234-1960. -Junior Girls: Learn more about how our government system works by signing up to attend Girls State. Girls State brings together the best girls from all over the state of South Dakota to experience a week of intensive training in citizenship and government. You must plan to attend the FULL session from Monday, May 28 - Saturday, June 2, 2012. You must be a person of high moral character with strong leadership abilities and above average scholastic standing. The local auxiliary pays all fees for you to attend. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. -Dakota State University is providing ACT Prep sessions for area high school students. The sessions will be held on the campus of DSU in the Tunheim Classroom Bldg on Monday evenings from 6:30-9:00 pm beginning February 27 and ending on April 2nd. The cost for all 6 sessions is $50 per student. All students interested in attending the sessions can register online at http://www.dsu.edu/academics/act-prep.aspx. Registration deadline is February 23. -Junior Boys ~ It's time to sign up for Boys State! Boys State is sponsored by our local American Legion Post. It is a great opportunity for you to learn more about how our government system works. To be eligible, you must exhibit the following: leadership; scholarship; and character, honesty, cooperation. Boys State will be held at Northern State University May 28-June 1, 2012 in Aberdeen. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. (2/29) -Oakwood, Poinsett and Lake Thompson are looking for summer employees beginning in May. Please go to www.bop.sd.gov to find applications, or call Oakwood Lakes State Park at 605-627-5441 for more information. -The City of Volga is looking for applicants for the swimming pool and summer recreation programs. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak's office or the City of Volga office. Closing date is Friday, March 2, 2012. |
| BREAKFAST: Pancake Sausage Stick, Cereal, Fruit, Milk |
| LUNCH: Turkey & Gravy over Mashed Potatoes, Chicken Nuggets, Dinner Roll, Sub Sandwich, Salad, Yogurt, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk |
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-FFA Member's breakfast 7:30-8:15 am
-Registration Meetings will be held today, February 23rd according the following schedule:
*All sophomores will meet in Mrs. Vostad's
room at 10:03- beginning of 3rd period
*All 8th graders and parents will meet in the Library at 6:30 pm -This week's play rehearsals will be held on the stage. The schedule is as follows: Thursday, February 23rd - 7:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 1-4; Friday, February 24th - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 5-7. -The library will be closed today for Kindergarten screening. AP students will come as usual. -There will be an FCCLA work night after school on Thursday. Please talk to Ms. Madsen if you will not be there. -Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, and exhibit outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, and character are eligible to apply for National Honor Society. (Refer to the 2nd page of your registration packet for more information.) Only students that complete the necessary documentation and turn it in by the deadline of March 30 will be considered for membership. Documentation can be picked up from Karen's office. -The internationally known "Soweto Gospel Choir" is performing in Brookings at the PAC on March 30. Students wishing to attend this concert may purchase tickets through Mrs. Holt for $10 each (normal ticket rates are $25-38). Please order your ticket with Mrs. Holt no later than March 1. -NO students under the age of 18 are allowed in the weight room without adult supervision.-No student will be allowed * COUNSELOR'S CORNER *
-Seniors: Please feel free to stop by my
office to ask questions or request
transcripts when filling out
college/scholarship applications. I am
available to help! Thanks, Mrs. Lhotak. -Take a Road trip to Friday FYI Visitation Day at Southeast Technical Institute on March 2nd from 11 am - 2 pm! Register at http://visit.southeasttech.edu or call 605-367-6040. -Seniors, The following scholarships have been updated on Mrs. Lhotak's website - MARCH DEADLINES: Agfirst Farmers Coop (reminder March 1 deadline); Brookings-Deuel Rural Water System; $1,000 Dacotah Bank/South Dakota Bankers; $500 Dacotah Bank Future Stars; Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey Memorial; Minnesota FarmHouse Fraternity; and SAMMY 2012 Got Milk?; APRIL DEADLINES: Curtis Marvis Hohn; SDATAT -Pioneer Hi-Bred International is looking for 100 pollinators to assist in their corn nursery field. Students, teachers and parents are encouraged to apply for a seasonal position. Applicants must be 14 years of age by June 30, 2012. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak. If you have questions, please contact Gena Hult at 605-627-9167 ext 201 or gena.hult@pioneer.com. -Continental Resources Youth Geology Field Camp with South Dakota School of Mines & Technology - Open to grades 9-12 - June 10-15, 2012. This is an exciting overnight, outdoor camping activity for students who like the outdoors and are interested in careers in geology, geological engineering or paleontology. Registration costs $550. For more information go to www.sdsmt.edu/learn/youth or email ypce@sdsmt.edu.-KIDS SPEAK 2012 is a public form at which youth present their ideas to a panel of distinguished decision-makers. 2012 Topic: How can improved policies help South Dakotans increase teen driving safety? Application deadline: March 9, 2012. Check out this website for more information: www.sdvoicesforchildren.org.-Sioux Valley Energy, Rural Electric Youth Tour June 15-21, 2012 in Washington, D.C.: During the week, 1,500 high school students from all over the country come together to learn more about Government, Cooperatives, and Rural Electrifications. This is an all expense paid trip. Sophomores, juniors or seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Sioux Valley Energy are eligible to apply, one student will be selected from South Dakota or Minnesota. Contact Jennie Patrick at 1-800-234-1960. -Junior Girls: Learn more about how our government system works by signing up to attend Girls State. Girls State brings together the best girls from all over the state of South Dakota to experience a week of intensive training in citizenship and government. You must plan to attend the FULL session from Monday, May 28 - Saturday, June 2, 2012. You must be a person of high moral character with strong leadership abilities and above average scholastic standing. The local auxiliary pays all fees for you to attend. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. -Dakota State University is providing ACT Prep sessions for area high school students. The sessions will be held on the campus of DSU in the Tunheim Classroom Bldg on Monday evenings from 6:30-9:00 pm beginning February 27 and ending on April 2nd. The cost for all 6 sessions is $50 per student. All students interested in attending the sessions can register online at http://www.dsu.edu/academics/act-prep.aspx. Registration deadline is February 23. -Junior Boys ~ It's time to sign up for Boys State! Boys State is sponsored by our local American Legion Post. It is a great opportunity for you to learn more about how our government system works. To be eligible, you must exhibit the following: leadership; scholarship; and character, honesty, cooperation. Boys State will be held at Northern State University May 28-June 1, 2012 in Aberdeen. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. (2/29) -Oakwood, Poinsett and Lake Thompson are looking for summer employees beginning in May. Please go to www.bop.sd.gov to find applications, or call Oakwood Lakes State Park at 605-627-5441 for more information. -The City of Volga is looking for applicants for the swimming pool and summer recreation programs. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak's office or the City of Volga office. Closing date is Friday, March 2, 2012. |
| BREAKFAST: Cinnamon Roll, Cereal, Fruit, Milk |
| LUNCH: Pizza, Hot Mexican Sub, Corn, Salad, Yogurt, Fruit & Veggie Bar, Milk |
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-Wrestling State Tournament at Rapid City. Good luck Tyson!! -Next week's play rehearsals will be held on the stage. The schedule is as follows: Monday, February 27th - 7:00 pm - Act 1: Scenes 1-4; Tuesday, February 28th - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 1-4; Thursday, March 1st - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 5-9, Friday, March 2nd - 4:00 pm - Act 2: Scenes 5-7. -Sophomores, Juniors, and Seniors who have at least a 3.5 cumulative GPA, and exhibit outstanding scholarship, leadership, service, and character are eligible to apply for National Honor Society. (Refer to the 2nd page of your registration packet for more information.) Only students that complete the necessary documentation and turn it in by the deadline of March 30 will be considered for membership. Documentation can be picked up from Karen's office. -The internationally known "Soweto Gospel Choir" is performing in Brookings at the PAC on March 30. Students wishing to attend this concert may purchase tickets through Mrs. Holt for $10 each (normal ticket rates are $25-38). Please order your ticket with Mrs. Holt no later than March 1. -NO students under the age of 18 are allowed in the weight room without adult supervision. * COUNSELOR'S CORNER *
-Seniors: Please feel free to stop by my
office to ask questions or request
transcripts when filling out
college/scholarship applications. I am
available to help! Thanks, Mrs. Lhotak. -Take a Road trip to Friday FYI Visitation Day at Southeast Technical Institute on March 2nd from 11 am - 2 pm! Register at http://visit.southeasttech.edu or call 605-367-6040. -Seniors, The following scholarships have been updated on Mrs. Lhotak's website - MARCH DEADLINES: Agfirst Farmers Coop (reminder March 1 deadline); Brookings-Deuel Rural Water System; $1,000 Dacotah Bank/South Dakota Bankers; $500 Dacotah Bank Future Stars; Richard Hagen-Minerva Harvey Memorial; Minnesota FarmHouse Fraternity; and SAMMY 2012 Got Milk?; APRIL DEADLINES: Curtis Marvis Hohn; SDATAT -Pioneer Hi-Bred International is looking for 100 pollinators to assist in their corn nursery field. Students, teachers and parents are encouraged to apply for a seasonal position. Applicants must be 14 years of age by June 30, 2012. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak. If you have questions, please contact Gena Hult at 605-627-9167 ext 201 or gena.hult@pioneer.com. -Continental Resources Youth Geology Field Camp with South Dakota School of Mines & Technology - Open to grades 9-12 - June 10-15, 2012. This is an exciting overnight, outdoor camping activity for students who like the outdoors and are interested in careers in geology, geological engineering or paleontology. Registration costs $550. For more information go to www.sdsmt.edu/learn/youth or email ypce@sdsmt.edu.-KIDS SPEAK 2012 is a public form at which youth present their ideas to a panel of distinguished decision-makers. 2012 Topic: How can improved policies help South Dakotans increase teen driving safety? Application deadline: March 9, 2012. Check out this website for more information: www.sdvoicesforchildren.org.-Sioux Valley Energy, Rural Electric Youth Tour June 15-21, 2012 in Washington, D.C.: During the week, 1,500 high school students from all over the country come together to learn more about Government, Cooperatives, and Rural Electrifications. This is an all expense paid trip. Sophomores, juniors or seniors whose parents or guardians are members of Sioux Valley Energy are eligible to apply, one student will be selected from South Dakota or Minnesota. Contact Jennie Patrick at 1-800-234-1960. -Junior Girls: Learn more about how our government system works by signing up to attend Girls State. Girls State brings together the best girls from all over the state of South Dakota to experience a week of intensive training in citizenship and government. You must plan to attend the FULL session from Monday, May 28 - Saturday, June 2, 2012. You must be a person of high moral character with strong leadership abilities and above average scholastic standing. The local auxiliary pays all fees for you to attend. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. -Dakota State University is providing ACT Prep sessions for area high school students. The sessions will be held on the campus of DSU in the Tunheim Classroom Bldg on Monday evenings from 6:30-9:00 pm beginning February 27 and ending on April 2nd. The cost for all 6 sessions is $50 per student. All students interested in attending the sessions can register online at http://www.dsu.edu/academics/act-prep.aspx. Registration deadline is February 23. -Junior Boys ~ It's time to sign up for Boys State! Boys State is sponsored by our local American Legion Post. It is a great opportunity for you to learn more about how our government system works. To be eligible, you must exhibit the following: leadership; scholarship; and character, honesty, cooperation. Boys State will be held at Northern State University May 28-June 1, 2012 in Aberdeen. Please sign up in Mrs. Lhotak's office if you are interested. (2/29) -The City of Volga is looking for applicants for the swimming pool and summer recreation programs. Applications can be picked up from Mrs. Lhotak's office or the City of Volga office. Closing date is Friday, March 2, 2012. |