Wilcox-Hildreth Public School News & Views. NOVEMBER, 2016

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1 Wilcox-Hildreth Public School News Views NOVEMBER, 2016 FROM THE FALCON S PERCH - Justin Patterson, Principal Each spring students take the NeSA tests and each fall the State releases the scores from those tests to the public. I am quite happy to report that our scores have risen since last year. Higher scores show that the staff and student body have worked hard over the last year to improve. The NeSA tests measures academic performance in reading, math, science and writing. Students in grades are tested each year. This year our students showed improvements in several subject areas. Our average reading score increased from an 81% to 85% students meeting or exceeding standards. In math our average scores increased from 65% to 80% of students meeting or exceeding standards. Our average science score dipped slightly from 73% to 68% of our students meeting exceeding standards. In the spring of 2015 students took a writing assessment but those scores were not released to districts or to the public. In the spring of 2016 students once again took the writing portion of the NeSA test and 65% of students tested are meeting or exceeding standards. Moving on to another topic I would like to congratulate the fall sports teams and fall activities as their seasons have concluded. I would also like to wish the winter sports teams and winter activity programs good luck in their upcoming seasons.

2 Wilcox'Hildreth.Public.School Regularly.Monthly.Board.of.Education.Meeting Monday..November.14, :00.p.m. Wilcox'Hildreth.Middle.School.Conference.Room..Hildreth,.NE APPROVAL.OF.CONSENT.AGENDA MotionbyLoschen,secondedbyJelden,toapprovetheConsentAgenda,minutesofOctober10, 2016 monthly Board of Education Meeting, payment of October 2016 claims and the November 2016FinancialReport.Motioncarried. Yes:Black,Hansen,Jelden,Jensen,Loschen,Nelson No:None Abstain:None Absent:None VISITORS.AND.COMMUNICATION.FROM.THE.PUBLIC LynetteGruwellwaspresentasarepresentativeoftheWHEA. AmberandCalebSpringerwereinattendance. ACTION.AGENDA Motion by Jelden, seconded by Loschen, to discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approvethe2015p2016audit.motioncarried. Yes:Hansen,Jelden,Jensen,Loschen,Nelson,Black No:None Abstain:None Absent:None Discuss,consider,andtakeallnecessaryactiontoapprovetheconstructionandimprovementsto ourfacilities.noactiontaken Yes:None No:None Abstain:None Absent:None Motion by Loschen, seconded by Hansen, to discuss, consider, and take all necessary action to approvethepurchaseofnewmusicrisersfromwenger.motioncarried. Yes:Jelden,Jensen,Loschen,Nelson,Black,Hansen No:None Abstain:None Absent:None MotionbyJelden,secondedbyJensen,todiscuss,consider,andtakeallnecessaryactiontoapprove thepurchaseofapowerwalkbehindrotarybroom.motioncarried. Yes:Jensen,Loschen,Nelson,Black,Hansen,Jelden No:None Abstain:None Absent:None MotionbyJelden,secondedbyBlack,todiscuss,consider,andtakeallnecessaryactiontorecognize thewheaasthenegotiatingagentforthe2017p2018schoolyear.motioncarried.

3 Yes:%Loschen,%Nelson,%Black,%Hansen,%Jelden,%Jensen No:%None Abstain:%%None%% Absent:%%None DISCUSSION(AGENDA The%following%items%were%discussed%by%the%Administration%and%Board:%% A.% Sale%of%excess%items%currently%held%by%the%district B.% NASB/NASA%state%convention%November%16G18 C.% Construction%Updates D.% Moving%the%Board%meetings%to%7:00%for%Dec.,%Jan.,%Feb.,%and%March % % % % % ADMINISTRATOR(REPORTS Supt.%Ingwersen%reported%on%the%following:% A. Contracts%with%ESU%11% B. M.O.E% Principal%Patterson%reported%on%the%following: A. Perry%Law%Firm%Workshop%Update% B. New%elementary%Paraeducators% Next% Board% Meeting% will% be% November% 14th% at% 8:00% p.m.% in% the% Conference% Room% at% the% WilcoxG Hildreth%Middle%School.% ADJOURNMENT Motion%by%Black,%seconded%by%Jelden,%to%adjourn%at%%10:22%%p.m.%Motion%carried. Yes:%Nelson,%Black,%Hansen,%Jelden,%Jensen,%Loschen No:%%None% Abstain:%%None% Absent:%None Respectfully%submitted,% Gary%Jensen Board%of%Education%Secretary % %

4 SCHOOL STUFF Red Ribbon Week Fun The high school was able to model how important it is to make good choices to the elementary students during Red Ribbon Week. Red Ribbon Week is the last week of October and focuses on the importance of making good decisions and being drug free. Several high school students helped with crafts in the elementary, and some of our athletes were able to eat lunch with the students and sign autographs. Successful Apply to College Event The seniors celebrated a big step in their lives, applying to college At our first Apply to College Event, all of the seniors were able to work on college applications, resumes, and scholarships. At the end of the event, thirty-one college applications were submitted. To celebrate, we ended our event with root beer floats, and all of the seniors were able to take a picture as a keepsake to this important step in their lives. Counselor Updates: November 2016 College Visit Days A lot of times students are very stressed out about where they would like to go after high school. One of the best options to help you and your student decide on a post secondary institution is to go on a college visit. Juniors are allowed one day to go on a college visit, where seniors get two days. Take advantage of this opportunity because many college tours allow parents and students to talk to not only the professor of a field they are interested in, but you can also make an appointment with a representative from the Financial Aid Office to discuss how to pay for college with loans and scholarships. To go on a visit, your student needs to hand in the signed College Visit form, located in my office at least five days in advance before the visit. Most college visits can be set up online. Have your student stop by if he/she needs help, and I am glad to assist 4

5 Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship Open The Susan Thompson Buffett Scholarship Application is officially open. This renewable scholarship offers to cover expenses that are related to attending college such as tuition and fees, housing, and books. It will cover the tuition and fees for a student taking up to 15 credit hours. All parts of the application are due on Feb. 1st. Here are the requirements for this scholarship: - Be a high school senior and NE Resident Reminders to Upcoming Events: December ACT Test: Dec. 10th NHS Induction Ceremony: January 19th at 7 pm in the Wilcox Music Room Recruiters: Fort Hays State University: Dec. 8th - Have at least a 2.5 GPA - Plan to attend a public NE institution (can be a two year or a four year: amount of money will be determined by the type of institution) - Financial Need (EFC of $10,000 or below: Family must complete the FAFSA prior to Feb. 1st (To get the Student Aid Report (SAR), it will take a few days to process, so don t put it off too closely to the deadline date) There are a lot of parts to this scholarship, including a 7 question prompt essay, so it is very important for students to work on this scholarship early. For more information or to apply, go to Maternity Leave As many of you probably already know, I will be going on maternity leave on Nov. 13th, and I plan on returning in January. Mrs. Klone will be filling in for me while I am gone. If you have any concerns, please feel free to me or talk to Mrs. Klone. We will work together to make sure our students are on top of things I will also continue to update the scholarships on the website. Enjoy the holiday season with loved ones Hana Mach 5

6 MIDDLESCHOOLANDK.4/9.12CHRISTMASPROGRAMS TheMiddleSchoolWinterProgramwillbeheldat7:00onDecember6 th. Eachfamilyisaskedtoprovide1dozencookiesorbarsforthereception following.pleasetakeyourgoodiestothehildrethkitchentheeveningof theprogram. TheK.4/9.12ChristmasProgramwillbeheldat7:00onDecember19 th. Eachfamilyisaskedtoprovide1dozencookiesorbarsforthereception following.pleasetakeyourgoodiestothewilcoxkitchentheeveningofthe program. Thankyou 6

7 TAPESFOREDUCATION This%program%is%currently%on%hold%as%Fritz s%market%is%changing%suppliers%and%is%not% sure%if%the%new%one%offers%this%program.%%more%info%to%follow% ATTENTIONALLBAKERSCOOKS: With%the%holidays%quickly%approaching,%you%will%be%in%full%swing%% and%using%more%ingredients%than%ever.%%we%are%asking%that%you%please%% clip%and%save%any%boxtopsforeducationlabels%found%on%the%% packaging%of%many%common%food%items.%then%send%them%to%school%% with%any%elementary%or%middle%school%student%or%drop%them%% off%in%either%building.%%thankstoyourcontributionswehavealready% receivedover%$450%thisschoolyear.%%% % % 7

8 Wilcox Area Chamber of Commerce Annual Appreciation Night Saturday, December 10, 2016 at the Wilcox Lions Hall from 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM The$Wilcox'Area'Chamber'of'Commerce$invites$everyone$to$come$ enjoy$the$evening$with$friends$while$filling$themselves$with$ FREE$Pancakes$and$Sausage$ $ $ $ $$$$$$ $ The$Wilcox'Volunteer'Fire'Department$$ has$assured$us$that$$ SANTA CLAUS will$make$an$appearance$at$the$lions$hall$at$7:00$pm$ 8

9 School Name: Wilcox-Hildreth Public Schools Breakfast Times: 7:30 a.m. to 8:00 a.m. A hot, nutritious breakfast is served at both schools every day Join us for some brain food 9

10 NOSCHOOL NOSCHOOL NOSCHOOL NOSCHOOL NOSCHOOL Breakfast:Breakfastona Stick A.ChiliCrispito B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:ScrambledEggs A.BBQChickenonaBun B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:TacGo A.ChristmasFeast HamFixins B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:Cook schoice A.Cook schoice B.PBJ C.Yogurt NOSCHOOL Breakfast:FruitSmoothie A.TaterTotCasserole B.PBJ C.YogurtSB# Breakfast:Pancakes A.TomatoSoupGrilledCheese B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:Muffins A.WalkingTaco B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:FlatbreadBreakfast Pizza A.Chicken/Bacon/RanchWrap B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:Oatmeal A.HotDogs B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BreakfastRound A.ChickenNuggets B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BreakfastSand. A.BaconCheeseburger B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BreakfastTaco A.BoscoBostix B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:CinnamonRoll A.CheesyPotatoHamSoup B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:FrenchToastStix A.NachoDay B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:Donuts A.ChiliCinnamonRoll B.PBJ C.Yogurt 1 2 Breakfast:BreakfastPizza A.HamburgerGravyoverMashed Potatoes B.PBJ C.Yogurt This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Always offering a fresh fruit and vegetable bar Fun Food Fact: Microwave cooking was discovered accidentally, when a chocolate bar melted in someone s pocket. WILCOXTHILDRETHPUBLICSCHOOLS

11 Breakfast:ScrambledEggs A.FKCBowl B.PBJ C.YogurtSB Breakfast:TacGo A.HamZombie B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BreakfastSand. A.SpaghettiBar B.PBJ C.YogurtSB# Breakfast:BreakfastTaco A.PopcornChicken B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:CinnamonRoll A.BakedPotatoBar B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:FrenchToastStix A.PulledBBQPorkonaBun B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:FruitSmoothie A.MandarinOrangeChicken B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BiscuitsGravy A.BurritoBar B.PBJ C.Yogurt 16 Breakfast:BreakfastBurrito 17 A.HotHamCheese B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:Donuts A.Lasagna B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:FlatbreadBreakfast Pizza A.ItalianDunkers B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BreakfastRound A.ChiliCrispito B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:YogurtFruitParfait 9 Breakfast:FrenchToast 10 A.PersonalPizza A.ChickenPattyonaBun B.PBJ B.PBJ C.Yogurt C.Yogurt d Breakfast:AppleBosco A.MeatballSub B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:Bagel A.PiginaBlanket B.PBJ C.Yogurt Breakfast:BananaBread A.ChefSalad B.PBJ C.Yogurt NOSCHOOL NOSCHOOL NOSCHOOL B.PBJ C.Yogurt A.BeefEnchilada Stick Breakfast:Breakfastona Breakfast:Waffles A.ChickenNoodleSoup B.PBJ C.Yogurt 6 This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Always offering a fresh fruit and vegetable bar Fun Food Fact: Orange doesn t rhyme with any other word WILCOXUHILDRETHPUBLICSCHOOLS

12 December 2016 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday 25 Athletic P oratorium :00 AM One-Act Practice 4:00 PM 5th 6th and 7th 8th Qz Cambridge 4 5 1:00 PM 5th 6th Q Bowl at Southern Val- 2:00 PM WR: Arapahoe Invite 4:00 PM BB: JH G only with Hil- 6:30 PM FBLA: HS Business :00 PM Board of HS Media Center :00 PM K-4 / 9-12 Winter Wilcox 26 Athletic P oratorium 29 8:00 AM District D1-4 Play Production at Axtell (W-H 12:00) 1:00 PM WR: Eustis-Farnam Invite 1:00 PM UNK TE204 Students at HS 9:00 AM Lifetouch Winter Sports / Activity Pictures 9:00 AM PLC 7-12 Soc. ESU 11 7:00 PM MS Winter Hildreth :00 AM PLC 7-12 ESU 11 1:00 PM Axtell Invite 1:10 PM MS HAL in Conference rm. 4:00 PM BB: GB Northern Valley, KS 20 6:15 PM BB: GB Red Cloud 27 Athletic P oratorium 8:00 AM FFA Livestock Kearney 1:00 PM 7th 8th Q Bowl at Franklin :00 PM HS Choir to Memorial Homes in Holdrege :30 PM BB: BG JV/V with Wilcox :00 AM Jr. H WR: FKC Elm Creek 4:00 PM BB: GB JV/V with Wilcox (4:00/5:15/6:30/8:0 0 p.m.) 15 9:00 AM D.D. Peer ESU 11 3:30 PM BB: GB Arapahoe (start: G 3:30 B 4:30 p.m.) :00 PM Early Dismissal for 4:00 PM End of 2nd Quarter/1st Semester 29 2:00 PM BB: GB Holiday Harvard (2:00/3:45/5:30/7:1 5 p.m.) 2 3:30 PM BB: GB JV/V with Wilcox (3:30 / 4:30 / 6:00 / 7:30) 9 10:00 AM Southern Valley Invite 4:30 PM BB: GB Alma (4:30/6:15/8:00 p.m.) 23 Athletic P oratorium 30 2:00 PM BB: GB Holiday Harvard (2:00/3:45/5:30/7:1 5 p.m.) 3 "OZ" HS Gym 10:00 AM Harvard Invite 10 8:00 AM ACT Test Date 10:00 AM BB: JH Franklin Tournament :00 AM Cambridge Invite 4:45 PM BB: GB Pleasanton (JV 4:45 V 6:00/7:00 pm) 24 Athletic P oratorium 31 Page 1/1 12

13 January 2017 Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday :45 PM FBLA: lunch HS Busi- 1:30 PM BB: JH Elwood 3:00 PM PLC 1st Gr. ESU 11 8:00 PM Board of MS Conf. Rm :00 PM PLC 2nd Gr. ESU :00 PM BB: JH GB with Hildreth 6:00 PM BB: G JV Alma (6:00 / 7:15 p.m.) :00 AM UNK Honor UNK 3:00 PM PLC 5th Gr. ESU 11 5:30 PM BB: JH Franklin Tournament 6:00 PM Concert: UNK Honor Band/ :00 PM 7th 8th Q Bowl at Southern Valley 6:00 PM BB: G FKC Qrt. top 2 seeds (6:00/7:30) 24 3:00 PM PLC 6th Gr. ESU 11 5:00 PM BB: G Silver Lake (Roseland) 6:00 PM BB: B FKC Qrt. top 2 seeds (6:00/7:30) :00 AM Teacher Inservice 3:00 PM PLC Kindergarten ESU :00 AM 5th 6th ESU 11 Q Nebraska Prairie Muse- 1:00 PM BB: JH GB with Hildreth 3:00 PM PLC 3rd Gr. ESU :30 AM FFA: Aurora 1:00 PM BB: JH Loomis 5 8:00 AM Classes Resume 12 3:00 PM PLC 4th Gr. ESU :30 PM BB: GB Kenesaw 13 1:00 PM SEM Invite 1:30 PM ACT Registration Deadline for Feb. 11 test 4:30 PM BB: GB JV/V with Wilcox (JV 4:30 / V :30 PM South Loup Invite (Calloway) 4:00 PM BB: GB JV/V with Wilcox 1 2 WR: FKC airgrounds BB: G FKC nt Center :30 PM BB: GB Franklin 3 BB: B FKC ent Center 7 10:00 AM Franklin Invite 4:30 PM BB: GB Elm Creek (4:30 / 6:00 / 7:30 p.m.) 14 10:00 AM Kenesaw/Shelton Shelton 2:00 PM BB: GB JV/V with Wilcox p.m.) :30 AM Red Cloud/Blue Hill Red Cloud 6:00 PM BB: B G FKC Bunny Brackets - sites TBD (6:00/7:30) 4 BB: BG F ent Center FFA: State Blue Hill Page 1/1 5:00 PM BB: G Amherst (5:00/6:15 13