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1 FLIGHT OF THE EAGLE Dwight D. Eisenhower High School A Blue Ribbon Exemplary School Mile Road, Shelby Township, MI CONTACT INFORMATION: Jared McEvoy, Principal Kimberly Hodsdon, Associate Principal Ken Marnon, Associate Principal Scott May, Associate Principal Main Office:... (586) Attendance:... (586) Absences and early dismissals-please leave a message. Counseling:... (586) Homework requests Counseling Fax:... (586) Main Office Fax:... (586) Monday, April 2 nd to Sunday, April 8 th HIGHLIGHTS IN THIS ISSUE: State Testing Information and Bus Info 2 Ike Calendar UCS Calendars UCS Calendar 6 SAVE THE DATE Eagle Days REGISTRATION What s New: UCS Success Toolkit 8 Text Messaging Service 9 My Plate Guide to School Breakfast 10 What s the Cost of Educating a Child? 11 Macomb Community College 12 Spring Break Camp-Animal Adventure 13 Auditions for Show Choir & Women s 14 Chorus Curriculum Corner 15 Spectrum Dash 16 Student and Staff Recognition UCS Bus Driver Candidates Needed 18 Student Council News 19 National Honor Society 19 Hope 4 Homeless (H4H) Club 20 Instrumental Music Boosters 20 Athletic Booster Club News Athletic Booster Fundraiser-Stadium 23 Blankets Athletics 24 College Readiness Evening Series In the Know 27 Vision and Mission 28 FROM THE PRINCIPAL S DESK... ear Eisenhower Family: D With the start of April we usher in some exciting and busy times here at Eisenhower. School is in recess for Spring Break from March 30 th through April 6 th with school resuming on Monday, April 9 th. The new month also brings with it the close of the 3 rd quarter marking period which ends on April 13 th leaving just a mere 10 weeks of school left. That being said, it is important as ever that our Eagle students stay focused on their learning. Also coming with the month of April is this year s standardized assessments. Important reminders for juniors: The first portions of the MME, which are the SAT and Work Keys tests, will be given the week we return from Spring Break. Testing will run Tuesday, April 10 th and Wednesday, April 11 th. The M-Step portion of the test will be April 17 th and 18 th. This test is a graduation requirement for UCS. Important reminder for sophomores: Sophomores will take the PSAT test on Wednesday, April 12 th. Hopefully you have received communications with the schedule for both April 10 th and 11 th as well as transportation information. That information can also be found on the next page of this newsletter. Students have been well prepared and I just know they will continue to demonstrate what it means to be an Eisenhower Eagle. All we can ask is that each Eisenhower student does their personal best! As our students return form break please continue to emphasize the importance of being in school every day and on time with your sons and daughters. Attendance is crucial as learning cannot take place if you aren t in school! If you find that your student is ill please be sure to call them in to the attendance hotline, ensure they get lots of rest, and return to school as soon as possible. Important reminders for seniors: SENIORS-FINISH STRONG! Colleges remind seniors that admission next fall is contingent upon successful completion of this senior year. Many seniors have already been accepted into college, attended an orientation and have a dorm room assignment. Seniors fail to believe that their admission can be rescinded if their grade point drops. However, a high school senior is not fully admitted until their second semester transcripts are received. If a student s grade point dips below the requirement, admission could be withdrawn. The senior year of high school should be used to prepare for their upcoming freshman year of college. It is the student s responsibility to stay focused and avoid senioritis that could lead to lower grades. Senior/Parent meetings are being held on April 17 th and April 18 th from 6:00 7:30 p.m. in the Eisenhower Performing Arts Center (PAC). Please choose from either date to attend. Senior Honor s Night will be Tuesday, May 29 th in the PAC. Invitations will be sent to the homes of those students that will be recognized. Graduation will be at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, June 9, Mandatory practice for seniors at the DTE Energy Music Theater will be Tuesday, June 5 th at 7:30 a.m. Please be sure seniors do not schedule college visits or work for that morning as practice is mandatory if your senior wants to participate in the graduation ceremony. Important reminders for all parents and students: DATE CHANGE The April Parent Sounding Board meeting has been rescheduled to Friday, April 20 th due to M Step testing. Take the opportunity to visit the UCS College Fair. It will be held Wednesday, April 18 th at Henry Ford II High School from 6:00 7:30 p.m school year scheduling is underway. Student course requests have been collected and Eisenhower s expectation continues to be that every student will pursue some type of post-high school educational endeavor. We encourage all students to truly explore course offerings, find something they are passionate about, and challenge themselves with a challenging course load. Spring Break is March 30 th April 6 th. Classes resume on Monday, April 9 th. Please help our students keep focused on academics and encourage our students to do their best all the way through June! Thank you so much and GO Eagles! Sincerely, Jared A. McEvoy Principal

2 STATE TESTING INFORMATION Please find more specific details about transportation on testing days below. BUSING INFORMATION FOR TESTING DAYS, APRIL 10 AND 11 Busing Tuesday April 10, 2018 The UCS Transportation Department will operate on typical time and stop schedule in the morning. Mid-day transportation schedule is as follows: Pick-up time for tenth and twelfth grade students is expected to be between 11:45 a.m. and 12:15 p.m. at the regularly designated bus stop location. Students should be at their stop by 11:40 a.m. Buses will arrive at school for 12:30 p.m. Eleventh grade students can board buses at 12:30 p.m. to return home. The actual drop-off time cannot be confirmed but is expected to be between 12:45 p.m. and 1:15 p.m. at the regularly designated bus stop location. Afternoon CSI/MST and 5 th & 6 th Hour Shared Time Classes will not run on Tuesday, April 10 th. Busing Wednesday April 11, 2018 The UCS Transportation Department will operate on typical time and stop schedule in the morning. Mid-day transportation schedule is as follows: Pick-up time for twelfth grade students is expected to be between 11:15 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. at the regularly designated bus stop location. Students should be at their stop at 11:10 a.m. Buses will arrive at school for 12:00 p.m. Tenth and eleventh grade CSI &MST students and 5 th & 6 th Hour Shared Time students can board buses at 12:00 p.m. to return home. The actual drop-off time cannot be confirmed but is expected to be between 12:15 p.m. and 12:45 p.m. at the regularly designated bus stop location. Page 2

3 IKE CALENDAR Make sure to check out the Eisenhower website (Eisenhower.uticak12.org) for the athletic, club and general calendars. Information is added daily. DATE/LOCATION TIME EVENT April 2 8 No School Spring Break April 9 (Monday) 7:20 a.m. Classes Resume April 10 April 11 April 13 7:20 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 11 th Graders 12:30 2:14 p.m. 10 th & 12 th Graders 7:20 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 10 th & 11 th Graders 12:00 p.m. 2:14 p.m. Seniors report and afternoon classes for all students SAT Testing Day for 11 th graders. They will be dismissed after testing. Note the change in start and end times for all students. No lunch service. All MST/CSI and shared-time programs are cancelled. Testing for 11 th Graders Work Keys and 10 th Graders PSAT. Regular start and end times. Note the change in start and end times for seniors. Lunch served for 10 th & 11 th graders only. All MST/CSI and shared-time programs are cancelled. Marking Period Ends April 17 ECC 1:00 p.m. Principal Sounding Board Meeting April 17 PAC 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Senior/Parent MANDATORY Meeting April 18 PAC 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Senior/Parent MANDATORY Meeting April 24 PAC 7:00 p.m. Mr. Ike Pageant May 8 ECC 1:00 p.m. Principal Sounding Board Meeting May 28 No School Memorial Day May 31 June 1 7:20 a.m. 10:24 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:14 p.m. 7:20 a.m. 10:24 a.m. 10:30 a.m. 2:14 p.m. Normal class schedule for all students Senior Final Exams for 4 th, 5 th & 6 th Hours Senior Final Exams for 1 st, 2 nd & 3 rd Hours Senior Picnic on Ike s Practice Field. June 9 DTE Energy Music Theatre 7:30 p.m. 9:30 p.m. Senior Graduation June :20 a.m. 10:22 a.m. Secondary Exams half days June 15 7:20 a.m. 10:22 a.m. Marking Period Ends Last Day of School Page 3

4 UCS CALENDAR IMPORTANT CHANGES TO NOTE IN CALENDAR Below please find an overview of the Utica Community Schools calendar below and on page 4. Please note some important changes from previous year s schedules. These changes are required under a new state law that expanded instructional time for all Michigan students. For the next school year, legislation for expanded instructional time has resulted in full days on January 3, 2018, May 25, 2018 and a half-day on Friday, June 15, In addition, three minutes will be added to the high school instructional day (Eisenhower, Henry Ford II, Stevenson and Utica high schools) with dismissal at 2:14 p.m. AUGUST, SEPTEMBER, OCTOBER, September 5 Students Report - 1st Day - Elementary Half Day S M T W Th F S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S October 11 JHS only Evening Conferences October 12 Secondary Student Half Day - All Secondary Afternoon Confer October 31 Elementary Student Half Day November 3 End of Marking Period November 7 No Students November 16 Elementary Student Half Day, Afternoon Conferences November No School - Thanksgiving Break NOVEMBER, DECEMBER, JANUARY, S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S Jan. 2, 2018 No School - Winter Break January 15 No School - Martin Luther King Day January 24 Secondary Half Day - Exams January 25 All Student Half Day - Exams January 26 All Student Half Day - Exams January 26 End of Marking Period 31 February No School - Mid-Winter Break FEBRUARY, MARCH, APRIL, Dec 25 - March 30 No School - Good Friday S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S April 2-6 No School - Spring Break April 10 (Tentative) Testing for SAT and PSAT th grade attend in a.m. only. 9th attend full day. 10th & 12th April 11 (Tentative) Testing for WorkKeys and PSAT Full Day 10th & 11th grades. 12th (& Ford) attend in p.m April 13 End of Marking Period - Elementary Half Day May 28 No School - Memorial Day MAY, JUNE, Secondary Half Day June 13 Secondary Student Half Day - Exams S M T W Th F S S M T W Th F S Elementary Half Day June 14 All Student Half Day - Exams All Student Half Day June 15 All Student Half Day - Exams No School High School Assessments Page 4

5 UCS CALENDAR, CONT D Utica Community Schools K-12 Student Calendar Date Describe Student Impact First Day of School Elementary student half-day; Secondary student full day Junior High School Conferences All student full day; Junior high school conferences in evening Parent Conferences Elementary student full day; Secondary student half-day for afternoon conferences. High school conferences continue into evening K-6 Records Day Elementary student half-day; Secondary student full day K-12 Professional Development No students attend K-6 Parent Conferences Elementary student half-day for afternoon conferences. See specific elementary school for evening conference options. Secondary student full day Thanksgiving Break All students off to Resume Winter Break All students off to Resume MLK Day No students attend Secondary Exams Day 1 Elementary student full day; Secondary student half-day Secondary Exams Day 2 All student half-day Secondary Exams Day 3 All student half-day Mid-Winter Break All students off to Resume Good Friday No students attend Spring Break All students off to Resume MStep Testing Window MStep Testing for grades 5, 8 and 11 through May 4, SAT, PSAT Day High School students consult specific schedules TBD Work Keys, PSAT Day High School students consult specific schedules TBD K-6 Records Day Elementary student half-day; Secondary student full day MStep Testing Window MStep Testing for grades 3, 4, 6 and 7 through May 25, Memorial Day No students attend Secondary Exams Day 1 Elementary student full day; Secondary student half-day Secondary Exams Day 2 All student half-day Secondary Exams Day 3 All student half-day; last day of school Quarterly marking periods conclude: November 3, 2017; January 26, 2018; April 13, 2018; June 15, 2018 v1.0 Page 5

6 UCS CALENDAR Utica Community Schools K-12 Student Calendar Date Describe Student Impact First Day of School Elementary student half-day; Secondary student full day Junior High School Conferences All student full day; Junior high school conferences in evening Parent Conferences Elementary student full day; Secondary student half-day for afternoon conferences. High school conferences continue into evening K-6 Records Day Elementary student half-day; Secondary student full day Election Day No students attend K-6 Parent Conferences Elementary student half-day for afternoon conferences. See specific elementary school for evening conference options. Secondary student full day Thanksgiving Break All students off to Resume Winter Break All students off to Resume Martin Luther King, Jr. Day No students attend Secondary Exams Day 1 Elementary student full day; Secondary student half-day Secondary Exams Day 2 All student half-day Secondary Exams Day 3 All student half-day Mid-Winter Break All students off to Resume Spring Break All students off to Resume MStep Testing Window MStep Testing for grades 5, 8 and 11 through May 3, SAT, PSAT Day High School students consult specific schedules TBD Work Keys, PSAT Day High School students consult specific schedules TBD K-6 Records Day Elementary student half-day; Secondary student full day Good Friday No students attend MStep Testing Window MStep Testing for grades 3, 4, 6 and 7 through May 24, Memorial Day No students attend Secondary Exams Day 1 Elementary student full day; Secondary student half-day Secondary Exams Day 2 All student half-day Secondary Exams Day 3 All student half-day; last day of school Quarterly marking periods conclude: November 2, 2018; January 25, 2019; April 12, 2019; June 14, 2019 Page 6

7 SAVE THE DATE EAGLE DAYS REGISTRATION PACKETS FOR EAGLE DAYS WILL BE MAILED IN EARLY AUGUST TO YOUR HOME TO ENSURE DELIVERY If you have moved or plan to move before the end of this school year, you must update your address information with Mrs. Austin at (586) or her at EAGLE DAYS TH GRADE SOPHOMORES TUESDAY, 8:00 A.M. 10:30 A.M., AUGUST 21 ST The time schedule is: 8:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m. A H 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. I M 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. N Z 11 TH GRADE JUNIORS TUESDAY, 11:30 P.M. 2:30 P.M., AUGUST 21 ST The time schedule is: 11:30 p.m. 12:30 p.m. A H 12:30 p.m. 1:30 p.m. I M 1:30 p.m. 2:30 p.m. N Z 12 TH GRADE SENIORS WEDNESDAY, 8:00 A.M. 10:30 A.M., AUGUST 22 ND The time schedule is: 8:00 a.m. 8:45 a.m. A H 8:45 a.m. 9:30 a.m. I M 9:30 a.m. 10:30 a.m. N Z Page 7

8 WHAT S NEW: UCS SUCCESS TOOLKIT The Success Toolkit is a one-stop location for no-cost online resources for students and parents to promote student success. The Toolkit is located on all UCS websites and conveniently on mobile devices using the UCS App. Once you click on Success Toolkit, the screen below will display. HOW TO DOWNLOAD THE UCS APP AND STAY CONNECTED ON THE GO 1. Visit the App store and search for Utica Community Schools. 2. Install the App. 3. Click Start setup. 4. Click on the school or schools you would like to follow. You may follow one or more schools. 5. Selections can be changed at anytime by clicking the wrench and hammer icon in the lower right corner of the home screen. 6. Click on the white arrow in the header. 7. Click Start my app. You are now ready to receive notifications and access information from UCS on your mobile device. Page 8

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10 MY PLATE GUIDE TO SCHOOL BREAKFAST. Some breakfast menus may offer items such as eggs, meats or cheese to pair with whole-grain options. Breakfast is available every day at your student s school in the cafeteria! Visit our website for menu and pricing information. This institution is an equal opportunity provider. Page 10

11 WHAT S THE COST OF EDUCATING A CHILD? UTICA COMMUNITY SCHOOLS SUPPORTS COMPREHENSIVE STUDY ON THE COST OF EDUCATING MICHIGAN STUDENTS Utica Community Schools has added its support to a statewide study aimed at changing the way Michigan schools are funded by state lawmakers. The Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution to support the work of the School Finance Research Collaborative a bipartisan group of 22 top industry and education experts that is re-examining the approach to school funding in Michigan. The Collaborative addresses a question that our district has been asking for many years what is the real cost of educating a child in Michigan, said UCS Board of Education President Gene Klida. It is time for state lawmakers to recognize that the current funding system is broken and to support a funding system that recognizes each Michigan child has unique needs and interests. The resolution adopted by the Board of Education at its January 8 meeting notes: The study group is working with the nation s top two school finance research firms which have a proven ability to examine cost issues associated with key factors, including preschool, poverty, special education, Career and Technical Education, English Language Learners, at -risk students and schools that are geographically isolated. The School Finance Research Collaborative is a broad-based, diverse and bipartisan group of statewide business and education experts. The initiative is the first comprehensive school finance study that uses multiple data sources to determine the cost of educating a student in Michigan. The group s report will be the first statewide study that includes costs faced by charter schools. Under the current school funding system, the state of Michigan collects property and other taxes to support the school aid fund and redistributes these dollars to Michigan school districts. State lawmakers establish revenue levels for local school districts by setting a per-pupil foundation allowance. We have a funding system that is built on the premise that every child is the same. Nothing could be further from the truth, said UCS Board Trustee Denyeal Nesovski. The fact that our funding system does not appreciate the unique nature of every child is a disservice to Michigan families, particularly those with students who have disabilities. The Cost to Educate a Child was the focus of a recent effort in UCS to address the fiscal challenges faced by its community through the current funding formula. Information on the impact of the current school funding on UCS and letters from community and business groups to state lawmakers is available at: More information on the School Finance Research Collaborative is available at: The study group is scheduled to issue its report in early Page 11

12 MACOMB COMMUNITY COLLEGE Page 12

13 SPRING BREAK CAMP-ANIMAL ADVENTURE Page 13

14 AUDITIONS FOR SHOW CHOIR & WOMEN S CHORUS Page 14

15 CURRICULUM CORNER SCIENCE DEPARTMENT CHEMISTRY CURRICULUM CORNER The Chemistry Department is excited to announce that we are part way through our first completely Next Generation Science Standards (NGSS) unit. NGSS is a hands -on approach to science that integrates real world experiences with chemical phenomena. Students have conducted experiments, worked in groups, presented their findings on a whiteboard, shared out their models with the class, and have evaluated other s work. The emphasis of NGSS is learning to come to consensus and work together as a team to express ideas. Students have gained a deeper understanding of physical changes versus chemical reactions. Their productive talk and ability to communicate their ideas has also improved. The M-STEP test that Juniors will be taking in April will now contain NGSS standards. HELP ROOM Chemistry also offers help room ten times a week. Please visit ikechemistry.weebly.com for upcoming activities, videos, and help room schedule. Seniors, SPECIAL SERVICES DEPARTMENT Graduation is just around the corner. Soon you will be making several decisions concerning your future. Deciding on a career, college, or a vocational program is not an easy task. Several Colleges and Vocational Programs offer support services. Take the time to contact your program advisor to inquire about the support programs that may be beneficial to you. The following is a list of a few of the resources available to you here at Eisenhower and in the community to help guide you through this transition. 1. Make an appointment with your school counselor. Come to the appointment with a list of your questions and concerns. Feel free to bring a parent with you. 3. Macomb Community College Offers support through their Special Service Counseling Center Center Campus: Building (G) room 131 Phone: (586) South Campus Building (H) room 316 Phone: (586) Baker College of Clinton Township Offers Support through their Learning Support Service Department Phone: (586) annette.looser@baker.edu 2. Make an appointment with Mrs. Pugliese Career Development Facilitator Dyann.Pugliese@UticaK12.org Page 15

16 SPECTRUM DASH SPECTRUM DASH The Eisenhower High School Art Department is hosting a Color Run. This is a fun color run to benefit the Art Department of Eisenhower High School. The course is only 1.5 miles. It is not a timed race. This race is just for fun! Runners begin dressed in clean, white t-shirts and pass through color stations. Volunteers blast the runners with colored powder (food-grade corn starch). There will be 4 color stations along the course. Open to first-time runners, seasoned runners, walkers, families and children. This untimed event emphasizes fun over competition and has no losers, and tons of prizes in the form of fun, laughter, happiness and color. May 12 th, 10am at Eisenhower High School, $18 To register: go to runsignup.com, early bird registration ends April 10 th! April 10-24: $23 April 25-May 4: $30 Search races for: Spectrum Run Our Logo looks like this: When you register, you receive a race bib, cheap but functional sunglasses and 1 color packet (2 oz.). Page 16

17 STUDENT AND STAFF RECOGNITION Eisenhower High School dance team will represent the United States at an international championship next month an honor previously awarded only to college teams. The 18-member team was selected by USA Cheer to compete at the International Cheer Union (ICU) World Championships April 25 th 27 th in Orlando, Florida. The honor is based on the strength of performance of the team s performance at the national high school cheerleading and dance championships in February, where Eisenhower teams claimed first place in three separate age groups. We are proud that Utica Community Schools students are leading the way by becoming the first high school group to represent our country at the international competition, Superintendent Dr. Christine Johns said. This prestigious invitation represents the dedication and hard work of the team to represent Eisenhower High School and our district through their continued success. Eisenhower will compete in the international competition in the Team Cheer Hip Hop and Team Cheer Jazz Divisions. International organizers cite the team s success, noting it has placed in the top three in Jazz over the past ten years, the top three in Hip Hop over the past four years and the recipient of six national championships. The ICU is the international governing body for cheer and is comprised of 110 member nations. Their World Championship hosts athletes from around the globe, with last year hosting more than 70 nations at the international competition. I am honored, humbled and so excited to be the first high school program to represent USA Cheer in both Hip Hop and Jazz, said Varsity Head Coach Rachelle Kiehle. The coaches and team have worked so hard all year long and I am excited for our amazing journey to continue. The future for the Eisenhower dance team continues to be bright, as the school achieved first place finishes at all grade levels at the National High School Cheerleading Championship and National Dance Championship held February 2 nd 4 th in Orlando, Florida. The Varsity team earned double titles in Medium Jazz and Hip Hop, the Junior Varsity won first in Pom and second in Jazz, and the Eaglets won first place in Jazz and second place in Pom. Coaches include Varsity Head Coach Rachelle Kiehle, Assistant Varsity Coach Jamie Crudo, JV Head Coach Kristie Schmid, and Eaglets Coaches Ashley Burnet and Jordyn Schmid. Article from UCS website. Congratulations to Sophomore Melissa Whipple! Her painting titled, Down was awarded a National Gold Medal from National Scholastic. Chris Brunson, Malow Teacher. All of the choirs received Division I Excellent Ratings at the District Choir Festival and have qualified for State Festival. Julia Holt, Choir Director. The 2017 yearbook made Jostens yearbook Look Book, which means they will be featured as 1 of the top 413 yearbooks from across the nation Congratulations! Erica Kincannon, Advisor. Page 17

18 STUDENT AND STAFF RECOGNITION, CONT D Congratulations Valerie Thomas, Eisenhower Para Pro who is one of five winners of the Macomb County Make a Difference Award. 85 nominations were received and only five winner are chosen. Valerie will be honored on Tuesday, May 22, 2018 at 7:00 p.m. at the MISD. Valerie was nominated by one of Eisenhower s students Anna Forest. UCS BUS DRIVER CANDIDATES Page 18

19 STUDENT COUNCIL NEWS NEW STUDENT COUNCIL EXECUTIVE BOARD FOR Please join me in congratulating the Student Council Executive Board. These students are super hardworking and dedicated members of the Student Council and absolutely deserve these very important positions. Therese Reinhold President Cayla Kadets Vice President Louise Cioban Secretary Clare Sumner Treasurer Isadora Dimovski Parliamentarian Abby Wittwer Historian Christian George Technology Manager Under Class Representative Stephen Verbanac Under Class Representative Isabella Johnson MANDATORY PARENT AND SENIOR MEETINGS Mandatory Parent and Senior meetings will be held on April 16 th and 17 th from 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. in the PAC. At these meetings seniors and parents will receive information about graduation and other important dates. Senior parents remember it is mandatory that you and your child attend one of the days for the meetings. RELAY FOR LIFE Our team captains have been attending meetings and prepping things for our Relay for Life team! Our team is now starting fundraising for the event. If you would like to donate to our team, just go on the Relay for Life website and search for our team. Our team name is Eisenhower Student Leaders. SENIOR WEEK Our seniors on council have been hard at work planning a fun week for the senior class that will also help raise money for the senior prom. This week kicks off with a pep assembly for the dance team on Monday, April 30 th. Throughout the week we will have spirit days and fun lunch games for the seniors. MR. IKE Mr. Ike is a fun pageant we put on every year for senior boys. This event has the boys who are participating selling shirts and raffle ticket, preforming talents, doing a group dance, and many other fun things. The winner of Mr. Ike is chosen by a panel of teachers. This year Mr. Ike takes place on April 24 th at 7:00 p.m. in the PAC. NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY ABOUT NATIONAL HONOR SOCIETY (NHS) National Honor Society is an invitation-only club in which its membership is based on meeting our standards of character, scholarship, leadership, and service. Our goal is to give back to the community through volunteering. Each student is required to complete 40 hours of service through out their years in the society (typically 20 hours a year). In the fall, any juniors and seniors who meet the GPA standard for the society will be sent an invitation to apply. CLASS OF 2018: Hours earned over the summer can count toward next year s total of 20. Hours opportunities can be located on the NHS website. THE EXECUTIVE COUNCIL: Gabriella Braun, President Giuliano Romano, Vice President Samantha Pancotto Secretary Allister Ho Treasurer Jacob Adamski Parliamentarian Shane Cody, Historian TEACHER SUPERVISOR: SHANE SMITH MEETING DATES-TIME-LOCATION All meetings start at 6:45 a.m. in the PAC. April 11 th May 2 nd May 30 th These are our meeting dates for the year. Any changes made to this schedule will be sent out via twitter and remind and will be revised on the Ike NHS website. WEBSITE Our website: Twitter: IKE Page 19

20 HOPE 4 HOMELESS (H4H) CLUB The H4H Club will be collecting used glasses children to adult in the commons and room 232B from March 23 rd to May 1 st. They will be collecting them and giving them to our local Kiwanis Club for distribution in our community. INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC BOOSTERS The month of March truly epitomizes what the Eisenhower Instrumental Music program is all about! The month started off with MSBOA District Band Festival, with the Symphonic Band performing on March 8 th, and the Concert Band and Wind Ensemble both performing on March 9 th. These groups traveled to Anchor Bay High School where they each performed three different music selections. A panel of judges then graded and critiqued each ensemble on performance and sight-reading. Many months of practice and hard work culminated with high ratings for each group! We are so happy that each group earned a 1 st Division! March 17 th was MSBOA State Solo and Ensemble Festival, which took place at Chippewa Valley High School. Students that qualified from Districts voluntarily played solos and ensembles of their choice and were judged on stringent musical criteria. Congratulations to all these fine musicians! The Instrumental Music Department also strives to support the UCS Elementary and junior high music programs. The Elementary Cluster Concert was held in February and the Junior High Clinic Concert was held March 21 st. Both events were held in our beautiful Performing Arts Center and featured over 600 talented young musicians. The high school music department welcomes students and wants to encourage these fine young musicians to continue in their instrumental musical pursuits! Finally, on March 23 rd, Eisenhower hosted the MSBOA State Jazz Festival! Jazz bands from across the area played individually in the PAC, as well as our own talented Eisenhower Jazz Ensemble. Again, congratulations to another stellar group of musicians! Moving into April and May, Instrumental Music students will begin preparing for the 2018/19 marching band season, as they apply for and audition for leadership positions. Look for more details by checking on Important dates to be aware of for the rest of the year include: May 3 rd -5 th : State Festival Window for Concert, Symphonic and Wind Ensemble Bands Monday, May 7 th : Marching Band Registration in the ECC Thursday, May 10 th : Spring Band Concert in the PAC All bands and ensembles will each perform this evening in their final performances of the year! Monday, May 14 th : Spring Bands Banquet at Cherry Creek Marching Band, Concert Band, Symphonic Band, Wind Ensemble and Jazz Ensemble students and their parents are all invited to attend! Saturday, June 2 nd 6:00 9:00 p.m. (approximate time): Spring Fundraiser at Jimmy John s Field! Stay tuned for details on our Spring Instrumental Music Fundraiser and Raffle, including 2018 Win the Band! Keep up with Eisenhower Instrumental Music on Facebook ( Twitter ( and on Check in and see what the bands have to offer! All bands are under the direction of Mr. Christopher Traskal, Mrs. Lawanda Parker and Mr. Ryan Mercier, Student Teacher. Page 20

21 ATHLETIC BOOSTER CLUB NEWS Who are we? We are a Non-Profit 501(c)(3) parent run organization with the primary focus of supporting Eisenhower Athletics and the Athletic Department. We: Provide financial support for Eisenhower sports programs (Varsity and Club) providing equipment, accessories and technology Assist with financial support for the Athletic Department to enhance our athletic facilities Recognize team and individual accomplishments Provide moral support to the Eisenhower Eagle community Multiple Ways You Can Support It takes GREAT parent support to make the organization successful. Please: Become a Booster Member Volunteer to lead/participate one of many committees Volunteer to work concessions or Booster fundraisers Become involved Attend our monthly meetings at 7:00 p.m. on the 2 nd Monday of every month to learn more how you can make a difference or visit us at our website on eisenhowerathletics.com. Check us out under the Booster Tab for volunteer opportunities and meeting schedule. IKE Student Athlete Scholarship Program Eisenhower Athletic Booster Club College Scholarship A $ college scholarship presented to eight Eisenhower High School Senior Student Athletes (four females/four males). Eisenhower Athletic Booster Club Underclassman Scholarship A paid Eisenhower Athletic Department Pay to Play fee (or $165 paid toward a club sport s registration fee ) presented to two Eisenhower High School Student Athletes for each underclassman class Freshmen, Sophomore & Junior six total awards. For program details, see complete set of rules on Let Us Introduce Ourselves We are honored in serving the Eisenhower Eagle athletic community: Mitch Rastigue President Vesna Matovski Vice President Lisa Smith Secretary David Schorling Treasurer Lisa Kennelly Volunteer Chair Jim Handy Membership Chair Kimberly Getaw Member at Large Visit us at Like Shopping? How can you shop and support Eisenhower Athletics at the same time? Easy, before you visit Amazon, visit and you ll be redirected to Amazon. Once you login using your personal login ID, any purchases you make during that session, Eisenhower Athletics will receive a generous referral fee. No gimmicks, no price increases, just a simple way to support your IKE Eagles. Please DON T forget us when doing your holiday shopping! Spring Mega Raffle Event Back again for Spring The Eisenhower Athletic Booster Club Spring Mega Raffle What: This is a 50/50 style raffle that pays out for: 1 st Prize wins 35% of All Ticket Sales 2 nd Prize wins 10% of All Ticket Sales 3 rd Prize wins 5% of All Ticket Sales NEW THIS SPRING Additional prizes will be awarded with values up to $499 When: Wednesday, May 23 rd at 7 p.m. Do not need to be present to win! Where: Hamlin Pub on 25 Mile Road and Van Dyke Lite snacks and soft drinks will be provided Why: Fundraiser to support ALL Ike Athletic Teams To purchase your ticket(s) please visit the Booster General Membership Meetings on the 2 nd Monday of every month or contact the Booster Board at ikeboosters@eisenhowerathletics.com Page 21

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24 ATHLETICS ATHLETIC ADMISSION PRICES Athletic passes can be purchased; during Eagle Days Registration, bookkeeper s office or online at Athletic Pass through Pay Schools. EVENT TICKET PRICE ATHLETIC PASSES *ONLY VALID FOR UCS HOME EVENTS Basketball (Boys & Girls) JV/Varsity Competitive Cheer Football JV/Varsity Lacrosse JV/Varsity Soccer JV/Varsity Swimming Volleyball JV/Varsity Wrestling FRESHMAN: Basketball Football Soccer-if admission charged Volleyball Track Varsity-if admission charged $5.00 Home Games $3.00 Home Games with Student ID $3.00 Home Games $3.00 Home Games (If admission is charged.) Freshman Games: When a freshman contest is immediately followed by a JV contest on the same date, the freshman admission rate will be applied until 45 minutes prior to the start of the JV contest. At the time, the JV admission rate will be used. *ATHLETIC PASS ADULT FAMILY $55 Adult family season pass to UCS home athletic events. The pass admits two adults (18 and older) in addition to 6 th grade and younger children when accompanied by a parent. *ATHLETIC PASS STUDENT $35 A student athletic season pass to UCS home athletic events. Students in 7 th through 12 th grade admits one only. *ATHLETIC PASSES SINGLE ADULT $40 A single adult pass admits one adult (18 years and older) to all UCS home athletic events. *SENIOR CITIZEN PASS NO CHARGE Lifetime pass, age 62 years or older. Admits bearer to all UCS athletic home events. *FREE ADMISSION for all K-6 grade students when accompanied by a parent or adult. Important: Passes may not be used at any MHSAA Events. League, State, and Invitational Tournament games are also not covered by any season pass. If for any reason a pass should be lost or destroyed, we will NOT replace it, it must be repurchased. EISENHOWER HIGH SPORTING EVENT EXPECTATIONS Athletic events and after-school functions are an extension of the school day. All school rules apply and proper behavior is expected. Inappropriate behavior at ANY after-school event will NOT be tolerated. SENIOR CITIZEN ATHLETIC PASS Local senior citizens are invited to take advantage of Friday Night Lights and all other home athletic games with a Utica Community Schools lifetime pass. The pass gives residents 62 years and older free admission to UCS home athletic events at all junior high school and high schools. The pass is not valid at tournaments hosted by the Michigan High School Athletic Association that are held at UCS sites. Passes are available for free at athletic events, UCS secondary schools or by calling TH GRADE / FRESHMAN SPORTS 9 th graders participate in sports through Eisenhower s sports program. Check the IKE website for further information or contact Eisenhower s Athletic Director: John Bertich john.bertich@uticak12.org For information about the IKE Booster club, follow this link: Page 24

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27 INCLEMENT WEATHER SCHOOL CLOSING INCLEMENT WEATHER SCHOOL CLOSING INFORMATION Inclement weather or building problems sometimes bring unexpected school closings. At Utica Community Schools there are several ways parents can be informed about these unanticipated days. Utica Community Schools will implement the use of School Messenger, our mass parent communication system, to make telephone calls to parents/guardians informing them of school closing information. It is important that we have updated contact phone numbers. Please make sure that you notify the main office if there are any changes. School closing information is broadcasted on radio stations WJR 760 and WWJ 950. Television stations airing school closing information are: UCS TV, Channel 2 (WJBK), Channel 4 (WDIV), and Channel 7 (WXYZ). EMERGENCY CARDS Please be sure to keep your student s emergency card up to date. In the event of an emergency, we need your student s information to be accurate. It is important that any health issues are listed on the card. Any changes in address or phone number contacts need to be made through the front office staff. UCS SMOKING POLICY In accordance with local, state and Federal law, Utica Schools enforces tobacco and smoke-free environment on all district property and in all district facilities twenty-four hours per day and seven days per week. Page 27

28 DWIGHT D. EISENHOWER HIGH SCHOOL Mile Road Shelby Township, MI UCS District website: Make sure to check out the Eisenhower website (Eisenhower.uticak12.org) for the athletic, club and general April 2 8 DATE/LOCATION TIME EVENT No School Spring Break April 9 (Monday) 7:20 a.m. Classes Resume April 10 April 11 April 13 7:20 a.m. 12:30 p.m. 11 th Graders 12:30 2:14 p.m. 10 th & 12 th Graders 7:20 a.m. 11:00 a.m. 10 th & 11 th Graders 12:00 p.m. 2:14 p.m. Seniors report and afternoon classes for all students SAT Testing Day for 11 th graders. They will be dismissed after testing. Note the change in start and end times for all students. No lunch service. All MST/CSI and shared-time programs are cancelled. Testing for 11 th Graders Work Keys and 10 th Graders PSAT. Regular start and end times. Note the change in start and end times for seniors. Lunch served for 10 th & 11 th graders only. All MST/CSI and shared-time programs are cancelled. Marking Period Ends April 17 ECC 1:00 p.m. Principal Sounding Board Meeting April 17 PAC 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Senior/Parent MANDATORY Meeting April 18 PAC 6:00 p.m. 7:30 p.m. Senior/Parent MANDATORY Meeting April 24 PAC 7:00 p.m. Mr. Ike Pageant VISION Eisenhower High School s vision is to provide excellence in education promoting academic and personal growth. MISSION Our mission is to empower students by providing the necessary tools to reach their potential in a global society. NONDISCRIMINATION IN EDUCATION In compliance with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, the Elliot-Larsen Civil Rights Act and the Persons with Disabilities Civil Rights Act, it is the policy of Utica Community Schools that no person shall, on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, age, disability, height, weight, or marital status be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be subjected to discrimination during any instructional opportunities, programs, services, job placement assistance, employment or in policies governing student conduct and attendance. Any person suspecting a discriminatory practice should contact the Executive Director of Human Resources at Utica Community Schools, Greendale, Sterling Heights, MI or call (586) Page 28