DAILY BULLETIN

Phundamental thought for the month:

RESPONSIBILITY - “It is not only for what we do that we are held responsible, but also for what we do not do.” – Moliere

WORD OF THE DAY: heinous (outrageously evil)

FRIDAY, MAY 9, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Friday, May 9: Chicken Nuggets/Pork Sandwich/Salad Bar
• Attention Students:  ROCK and ROLL dance is tonight, May 9 th in the middle school commons from 7 – 9 p.m.  This is the last all-school dance of the year.  Admission is just $3.00.  Please bring your signed permission form and student ID with you.  No guests allowed.
• The French forensics teams will be entering the State competition tomorrow, Saturday May 10 th, in Wisconsin Rapids, WI. Please congratulate the following FRENCH students when you see them today for reaching this level and wish them to ROCK tomorrow: Alicia Ahrens,Lauren Ambrosius, Cynthia Belanger, Kali Boldt, MackenzieDorow, Cody Dupont, James Ebben, Hannah French, Leah Fronsee, Sarah Garrity, Jamie Gildernick, Matthew Goethe, Alyssa Janco, Natalya Jensen, Ashley Monson, MeganPichler, Vayda Sakkinen, Shannon Smith, Molly Tilque, Michael VanRite, Lindsay Vogels.BONNE CHANCE!
• There is a signup sheet and information available in the office for any Future Phantom Freshman Golfers! Please stop by and check it out if you are interested.
• Information is available in the display rack in the commons for the St. Norbert Summer Boys’ Basketball Camp. If you are interested, please stop by and pick one up.
• Information on boater safety classes beginning in June is available in the office.
• Information and registration forms are available in the office for the Hershey’s Youth Track Meet on Saturday, May 31 st.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

 

WORD OF THE DAY: reluctant (unwilling)

THURSDAY, MAY 8, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Thursday, May 8: Toasted Cheese & Chili/Ham & Cheese/Salad Bar
• Penny War Update:  6 th grade 2,211 points, 7 th grade -1,658 points, and 8 th grade 10,045 points.  So far all three grades have collected 18,152 pennies.  Great job everyone and please continue to bring in your spare change.
• Attention Students:  ROCK and ROLL dance this Friday, May 9 th in the middle school commons from 7 – 9 p.m.  This is the last all-school dance of the year.  Admission is just $3.00.  Please bring your signed permission form and student ID with you.  No guests allowed.
• Stop by the office before Thursday (during your lunch period) to request songs for Friday’s dance!
• Do you like to read comic books and cartoons?  If so, feel free to sign up for the summer school class called Graphic Novels.  Mrs. Kohl and Ms. Gonzales would love to see you in this class! 
• There is a signup sheet and information available in the office for any Future Phantom Freshman Golfers! Please stop by and check it out if you are interested.
• Information on boater safety classes beginning in June is available in the office.
• Information and registration forms are available in the office for the Hershey’s Youth Track Meet on Saturday, May 31 st.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.
  

WEDNESDAY, MAY 7, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Wednesday, May 7: Turkey & Gravy/Salisbury Steak/Salad Bar
• Attention Students:  ROCK and ROLL dance this Friday, May 9 th in the middle school commons from 7 – 9 p.m.  This is the last all-school dance of the year.  Admission is just $3.00.  Please bring your signed permission form and student ID with you.  No guests allowed.
• Stop by the office before Thursday (during your lunch period) to request songs for Friday’s dance!
• Do you like to read comic books and cartoons?  If so, feel free to sign up for the summer school class called Graphic Novels.  Mrs. Kohl and Ms. Gonzales would love to see you in this class! 
• There is a signup sheet and information available in the office for any Future Phantom Freshman Golfers! Please stop by and check it out if you are interested.
• Information on boater safety classes beginning in June is available in the office.
• Information and registration forms are available in the office for the Hershey’s Youth Track Meet on Saturday, May 31 st.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

 

WORD OF THE DAY: obese (overweight, very fat)

TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Tuesday, May 6: Soft Shell Tacos/Chicken Fajitas/Salad Bar
• Attention Students:  ROCK and ROLL dance this Friday, May 9 th in the middle school commons from 7 – 9 p.m.  This is the last all-school dance of the year.  Admission is just $3.00.  Please bring your signed permission form and student ID with you.  No guests allowed.
• Stop by the office before Thursday (during your lunch period) to request songs for Friday’s dance!
• On Saturday, May 3, the 7 th & 8 th grade boys and girls track teams competed in the 31 st annual St. John’s Invitational held at Little Chute High School. There were 15 boys and girls teams entered.  The girls finished in 4 th place, while the boys took home the title for the first time in history.   Winning individual titles for the flying Phantoms were Jordan Forrest in the 800 meter, Nic Veras in the 100 hurdles and Jay Tollefson in the discus.  Also, the 400, 800, and 1600 relay teams took home the gold! The 400 relay team members were Zach Rothering, Sam Mehlberg, Michael Lemmer, and Eric Pannier.  The 800 relay team members were Zach Rothering, Sam Mehlberg, Michael Lemmer, and Nic Veras and the 1600 relay team consisted of Mitch LaPierre, Brandon Carter, David Schmidt and Jay Tollefson.
• Do you like to read comic books and cartoons?  If so, feel free to sign up for the summer school class called Graphic Novels.  Mrs. Kohl and Ms. Gonzales would love to see you in this class! 
• There is a signup sheet and information available in the office for any Future Phantom Freshman Golfers! Please stop by and check it out if you are interested
• A reminder to People to People members that our May meeting will be tonight, May 6 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at St. Norbert College.
• Information and registration forms are available in the office for the Hershey’s Youth Track Meet on Saturday, May 31 st.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 5 th or Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.

The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons

 

WORD OF THE DAY: patrons (regular customers)

MONDAY, MAY 5, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Monday, May 5: Cheeseburger/Hotdog/Salad Bar
• Penny Wars start today! Please bring all change to the commons during your lunch period.
• There is a sign up sheet and information available in the office for any Future Phantom Freshman Golfers! Please stop by and check it out if you are interested
• Grading Period 5, 8 th grade students: Completed ceiling tiles are up!  I have heard good comments about them.  Great job.
• A reminder to People to People members that our May meeting will be Tuesday, May 6 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at St. Norbert College.
• Miss Lotto is teaching the summer school class, “Bowling Party!”  Students will paint a bowling pin, tye-dye a t-shirt, make crafts, create invitations, bowl 3 times and learn how to score a bowling game.  Consider taking Miss Lotto’s class this summer.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 5 th or Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

WORD OF THE DAY: entice (to tempt with reward)

FRIDAY, MAY 2, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Monday, May 5: Cheeseburger/Hotdog/Salad Bar
• The 8 th grade needs your help!  Ms. Vissers’ 8th grade math class has set a goal of collecting one million pennies after being inspired by a math lesson.  Please help the 8th grade reach their goal of collecting 1,000,000 pennies by participating in the Penny Wars at lunch.  Rules will be posted in the commons.  The Penny Wars will last throughout the month of May.  Remember to bring your spare change to lunch starting Monday, May 5th.  Let’s collect “A Million in May!” **All money collected from this activity will be donated to Luella Gallegos and family.
• A reminder to People to People members that our May meeting will be Tuesday, May 6 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at St. Norbert College.
• Miss Lotto is teaching the summer school class, “Bowling Party!”  Students will paint a bowling pin, tye-dye a t-shirt, make crafts, create invitations, bowl 3 times and learn how to score a bowling game.  Consider taking Miss Lotto’s class this summer.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 5 th or Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• Check out the display rack in the commons for information/registration on OLOL 3 on 3 basketball tournament.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

WORD OF THE DAY: entice (to tempt with reward)

THURSDAY, MAY 1, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Thursday, May 1: Stuffed Crust Cheese Pizza/Turkey Sub/Salad Bar
• The 8th grade needs your help!  Ms. Vissers’ 8th grade math class has set a goal of collecting one million pennies after being inspired by a math lesson.  Please help the 8th grade reach their goal of collecting 1,000,000 pennies by participating in the Penny Wars at lunch.  Rules will be posted in the commons.  The Penny Wars will last throughout the month of May.  Remember to bring your spare change to lunch starting Monday, May 5th.  Let’s collect “A Million in May!” **All money collected from this activity will be donated to Luella Gallegos and family.
• A reminder to People to People members that our May meeting will be Tuesday, May 6 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at St. Norbert College.
• Miss Lotto is teaching the summer school class, “Bowling Party!”  Students will paint a bowling pin, tye-dye a t-shirt, make crafts, create invitations, bowl 3 times and learn how to score a bowling game.  Consider taking Miss Lotto’s class this summer.
• All 7 th and 8 th grade Chorus students need to bring homework or a book to read to class on Thursday.
• 6 th and 7 th grade Student Council members please stop and see Ms. Wesle during your lunch or recess sometime this week.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 5 th or Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• Just to remind you that Summer School Registrations are due on Friday, May 2 nd. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the fun-filled classes offered.
• Check out the display rack in the commons for information/registration on OLOL 3 on 3 basketball tournament.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

WORD OF THE DAY: ramshackle (rickety, likely to breakdown)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Wednesday, April 30: Chili Crispitos/Ham & Cheese/Salad Bar
• The 8 th grade needs your help!  Ms. Vissers’ 8 th grade math class has set a goal of collecting one million pennies after being inspired by a math lesson.  Please help the 8 th grade reach their goal of collecting 1,000,000 pennies by participating in the Penny Wars at lunch.  Rules will be posted in the commons.  The Penny Wars will last throughout the month of May.  Remember to bring your spare change to lunch starting Monday, May 5 th.  Let’s collect “A Million in May!” **All money collected from this activity will be donated to Luella Gallegos and family.
• A reminder to People to People members that our May meeting will be Tuesday, May 6 from 7:00 to 8:30 PM at St. Norbert College.
• All 7 th and 8 th grade Chorus students need to bring homework or a book to read to class on Wednesday and Thursday.
• 6 th and 7 th grade Student Council members please stop and see Ms. Wesle during your lunch or recess sometime this week.
• Attention 6 & 7 graders.  The new intramurals sign up has been moved to Wed May 30 th in the gym.  You must be present to sign up.  We will continue with DDR until then.
• There will be no weight room for 8 th graders on Monday, May 5 th or Monday, May 12.   Those 8 th graders who would like to use the weight room may lift on Wed., May 7 th and/or Wed., May 14 th.
• There will be a sign-up today for 8 th grade intramurals, the activity will be MAT BALL Baseball.
• Art students from grading period 5 need to pick up their artwork by Wednesday or they will be thrown away.
• Just to remind you that Summer School Registrations are due on Friday, May 2 nd. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the fun-filled classes offered.
• Check out the display rack in the commons for information/registration on OLOL 3 on 3 basketball tournament.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

WORD OF THE DAY: content (satisfied)

TUESDAY, APRIL 29, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Tuesday, April 29: Chicken Nuggets/Pork Sandwich/Salad Bar
• The 8 th grade needs your help!  Ms. Vissers’ 8 th grade math class has set a goal of collecting one million pennies after being inspired by a math lesson.  Please help the 8 th grade reach their goal of collecting 1,000,000 pennies by participating in the Penny Wars at lunch.  Rules will be posted in the commons.  The Penny Wars will last throughout the month of May.  Remember to bring your spare change to lunch starting Monday, May 5 th.  Let’s collect “A Million in May!” **All money collected from this activity will be donated to Luella Gallegos and family.
• All 7 th and 8 th grade Chorus students need to bring homework or a book to read to class on Wednesday and Thursday.
• 6 th and 7 th grade Student Council members please stop and see Ms. Wesle during your lunch or recess sometime this week.
• Attention 6 & 7 graders.  The new intramurals sign up has been moved to Wed May 30 th in the gym.  You must be present to sign up.  We will continue with DDR until then.
• Art students from grading period 5 need to pick up their artwork by Wednesday or they will be thrown away.
• Just to remind you that Summer School Registrations are due on Friday, May 2 nd. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the fun-filled classes offered.
• Check out the display rack in the commons for information/registration on OLOL 3 on 3 basketball tournament.

The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons

 

WORD OF THE DAY: indigenous (native, existing in a region)

MONDAY, APRIL 28, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Monday, April 28: Lasagna/Cheeseburger/Salad Bar
• Attention 6 & 7 graders.  The new intramurals sign up has been moved to Wed May 30 th in the gym.  You must be present to sign up.  We will continue with DDR until then.
• Art Club students: The only day we are having Art Club this week is today after school until 4:00pm.
• Art students from grading period 5 need to pick up their artwork by Wednesday or they will be thrown away.
• Just to remind you that Summer School Registrations are due on Friday, May 2 nd. Don’t miss the opportunity to attend the fun-filled classes offered. Below are the classes that are FULL.

AT WESTWOOD SCHOOL…       AT WDP MIDDLE SCHOOL…..

10:00    Elementary Art         8:00   Babysitter Training

12:30   Community Leadership       8:00   Cooking For Kids

10:00   Crafts           10:00    Party Time Foods

8:00   CSI-DePere         10:00    Beginning Piano

10:00   CSI-DePere

8:00   Fun With Computers

10:00   Scrapbooking/Rubber Stamping

10:00   Storytime Fun

• Teen Connection, a teen call in program produced by Cooperative Educational Service Agency/Northeast Wisconsin In-School Telecommunications is looking for students from divorced families who would be comfortable being interviewed for a television show.  You must be articulate and comfortable talking about your experience.  If  you are interested, contact Mr. Bunker.
• Check out the display rack in the commons for information/registration on OLOL 3 on 3 basketball tournament.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

 

WORD OF THE DAY: truncated (shortened or cut off)

FRIDAY, APRIL 25, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Friday, April 25: Mini Corn Dogs/BBQ Rib Sandwich/Salad Bar
• There will be no track practice tonight, get on the bus or make arrangements for a ride home.
• Attention 6 th & 7 th graders New Intramurals sign up will be this coming, Monday April 28, 2008 in the gym.  The new activity will be mat ball.  You must be present to sign up.
• Teen Connection, a teen call in program produced by Cooperative Educational Service Agency/Northeast Wisconsin In-School Telecommunications is looking for students from divorced families who would be comfortable being interviewed for a television show.  You must be articulate and comfortable talking about your experience.  If  you are interested, contact Mr. Bunker.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

WORD OF THE DAY: deplorable (sad, pitiable)

THURSDAY, APRIL 24, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Thursday, April 24: Nachos w/Meat & Cheese/Burrito/Salad Bar
• Attention all 8 th grade students the computer lab (407) lunch option will be canceled this week M-R April 21 st-24 th.  Please find a different option. 
• Teen Connection, a teen call in program produced by Cooperative Educational Service Agency/Northeast Wisconsin In-School Telecommunications is looking for students from divorced families who would be comfortable being interviewed for a television show.  You must be articulate and comfortable talking about your experience.  If  you are interested, contact Mr. Bunker.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

WORD OF THE DAY: sedentary (inactive; accustomed to sitting)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 23, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Wednesday, April 23: Cheeseburger/Hot Dog/Salad Bar
• The after-school weight room will open late today due to a staff meeting. Students who are planning to workout should wait in the commons until Ms. Fairchild is finished with the meeting.
• Attention all 8 th grade students the computer lab (407) lunch option will be canceled this week M-R April 21 st-24 th.  Please find a different option. 
• There will be a meeting with the current eight grade boys who are interested in Freshman Football next year in room #501 at 11:30 on Wednesday, April 23rd.
• Teen Connection, a teen call in program produced by Cooperative Educational Service Agency/Northeast Wisconsin In-School Telecommunications is looking for students from divorced families who would be comfortable being interviewed for a television show.  You must be articulate and comfortable talking about your experience.  If  you are interested, contact Mr. Bunker.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.

 

WORD OF THE DAY: disheveled (disorderly clothing or hair)

TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Tuesday, April 22: Chicken Noodle Soup/Ham & Cheese/Salad Bar
• Attention all 8 th grade students the computer lab (407) lunch option will be canceled this week M-R April 21 st-24 th.  Please find a different option. 
• Art Club Students: There will be Art Club on Monday and Tuesday this week to accommodate Tennis Club. 
• There will be a meeting with the current eight grade boys who are interested in Freshman Football next year in room #501 at 11:30 on Wednesday, April 23rd.
• Teen Connection, a teen call in program produced by Cooperative Educational Service Agency/Northeast Wisconsin In-School Telecommunications is looking for students from divorced families who would be comfortable being interviewed for a television show.  You must be articulate and comfortable talking about your experience.  If  you are interested, contact Mr. Bunker.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.
• Attention 8 th grade girls interested in playing volleyball next year, please see Ms. Vissers’, Room 806, during recess on Monday, April 21 for an informational meeting.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.

WORD OF THE DAY: gregarious (sociable, outgoing)

MONDAY, APRIL 21, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Monday, April 22: Chicken Nuggets/Pork Sandwich/Salad Bar
• Art Club Students: There will be Art Club on Monday and Tuesday this week to accommodate Tennis Club. 
• There will be a meeting with the current eight grade boys who are interested in Freshman Football next year in room #501 at 11:30 on Wednesday, April 23rd.
• Teen Connection, a teen call in program produced by Cooperative Educational Service Agency/Northeast Wisconsin In-School Telecommunications is looking for students from divorced families who would be comfortable being interviewed for a television show.  You must be articulate and comfortable talking about your experience.  If  you are interested, contact Mr. Bunker.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.
• Attention all 8 th grade students the computer lab (407) lunch option will be canceled this week M-R April 21 st-24 th.  Please find a different option. 
• Attention 8 th grade girls interested in playing volleyball next year, please see Ms. Vissers’, Room 806, during recess on Monday, April 21 for an informational meeting.
• Attention Middle School Girls: Who is interested in playing volleyball?  The High School Volleyball Team is hosting a volleyball camp that will work on serving, passing, setting, defense and hitting.  The all day camp will be held at the high school on July 17 th and 18 th at the high school with a cost of $35.  There are orange registration sheets in the lunch room, by the office if you are interested. 
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: initiate (to start, begin first)

FRIDAY, APRIL 18, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Friday, April 18: Pizza Dippers/BBQ Rib Sandwich/Salad Bar
• Track practice is cancelled for today (Friday, April 18 th).
• Good luck to the 6 th grade Destination Imagination team at the state DI competition at UW-Stevens Point tomorrow!
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.
• Attention all 8 th grade students the computer lab (407) lunch option will be canceled next week M-R April 21 st-24 th.  Please find a different option. 
• Attention 8 th grade girls interested in playing volleyball next year, please see Ms. Vissers’, Room 806, during recess on Monday, April 21 for an informational meeting.
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• Attention Middle School Girls: Who is interested in playing volleyball?  The High School Volleyball Team is hosting a volleyball camp that will work on serving, passing, setting, defense and hitting.  The all day camp will be held at the high school on July 17 th and 18 th at the high school with a cost of $35.  There are orange registration sheets in the lunch room, by the office if you are interested. 
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere, announced they will be hosting Youth Summer Art Camp.  If you are interested in Art Camp, please see Miss Lotto for a handout.
• There are many students out there that are creating an advertisement for a local business.  Just a reminder that it is due this Friday to Miss Lotto.  The advertisements that have been turned in a very well done.  Great Job!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: derogatory (belittling or negative comments)

THURSDAY, APRIL 17, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Thursday, April 17: Baked Potato w/Ham/PB&J Uncrustables/Salad Bar
• It's "National Library Week"  Come to the library and find out how you can receive something special from the library to celebrate this week. 
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• The West De Pere HS is hosting a Boys Basketball Camp for grades 1-9 in June. Registration deadline is May 30. Forms available in the commons.
• The 6 th grade DI group of “Dixie Chips” will be presenting an encore performance of their skit at 3:00 today in the LGI.  This is in preparation for their weekend competition at the state Destination Imagination competition at UW-Stevens Point on Saturday.  Staff and students are invited to see this creative performance and talented group of girls as they prepare for this upcoming competition.
• Attention all 8 th grade students the computer lab (407) lunch option will be canceled next week M-R April 21 st-24 th.  Please find a different option. 
• Attention all 6, 7, & 8 graders a new intramurals sign up will be Thursday April 17 th during your lunch time.  You must be there to sign up.  The new activity will be DDR.  FYI you must have paid your $7 for PE class in order to participate. 
• Attention 8 th grade girls and boys!  Do you enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a loud cheering audience?  The West De Pere High School Color Guard is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in learning how to toss flags and rifles to complement the WDPHS marching band.  The practice sessions for fall competitions begin Wednesday, April 16 th at 5:45 PM in the high school band room.   Please consider becoming part of this award-winning program at the high school.
• Attention Middle School Girls: Who is interested in playing volleyball?  The High School Volleyball Team is hosting a volleyball camp that will work on serving, passing, setting, defense and hitting.  The all day camp will be held at the high school on July 17 th and 18 th at the high school with a cost of $35.  There are orange registration sheets in the lunch room, by the office if you are interested. 
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere, announced they will be hosting Youth Summer Art Camp.  If you are interested in Art Camp, please see Miss Lotto for a handout.
• There are many students out there that are creating an advertisement for a local business.  Just a reminder that it is due this Friday to Miss Lotto.  The advertisements that have been turned in a very well done.  Great Job!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6-week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: gratuity (tip for server)

TUESDAY, APRIL 15, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Tuesday, April 15: Tacos/Chicken Fajitas/Salad Bar
• There will be no computer lab option for the 8 th grade today (Tuesday, April 15 th). Please choose another option.
• There will only be tutoring on Wednesday (April 16) during 1 st hour and after school.
• It's "National Library Week"  Come to the library and find out how you can receive something special from the library to celebrate this week. 
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• Attention 8 th grade girls and boys!  Do you enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a loud cheering audience?  The West De Pere High School Color Guard is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in learning how to toss flags and rifles to complement the WDPHS marching band.  The practice sessions for fall competitions begin Wednesday, April 16 th at 5:45 PM in the high school band room.   Please consider becoming part of this award-winning program at the high school.
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere, announced they will be hosting Youth Summer Art Camp.  If you are interested in Art Camp, please see Miss Lotto for a handout.
• There are many students out there that are creating an advertisement for a local business.  Just a reminder that it is due this Friday to Miss Lotto.  The advertisements that have been turned in a very well done.  Great Job!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: hoard (to accumulate or store for future use)

MONDAY, APRIL 14, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Monday, April 14: Chicken Pattie/Salisbury Steak/Salad Bar
• Track practice will be held at the high school on Monday, April 14th. Please make arrangements for your rides.
• The COOKING FOR KIDS summer school class is full. We will not take any more registrations for this class.
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• Attention 8 th grade girls and boys!  Do you enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a loud cheering audience?  The West De Pere High School Color Guard is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in learning how to toss flags and rifles to complement the WDPHS marching band.  The practice sessions for fall competitions begin Wednesday, April 16 th at 5:45 PM in the high school band room.   Please consider becoming part of this award-winning program at the high school.
• Students who had art in the Art Show should pick up their artwork from Miss Lotto. 
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere’s historical Olde-School Square is hosting Teen Friday’s from 6 – 9pm.  You can hang out in the teen loft, or “The Den” where you can work on paper mache, paint, pottery, plastering, and drawing.  If you are interested in attending, see Miss Lotto for more information or call Paint the Stars Studio at 347-3555.
• Another opportunity for art students: Please submit original pieces of artwork for an artist book, Pine Tree Art Collection.  Students need to submit artwork on a 8 ½ x 11” sheet of paper to Miss Lotto by the end of the month. 
• There are 15 local businesses that need an advertisement designed for them.  Please see Miss Lotto if you are interested.  Advertisements are due next Friday, April 18 th.  Good Luck!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: disperse (to scatter)

FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Friday, April 11: Stuffed Crust Pepperoni Pizza/Cheese Quesadilla/Salad Bar
• Track practice will be held at the high school on Monday, April 14th. Please make arrangements for your rides.
• The COOKING FOR KIDS summer school class is full. We will not take any more registrations for this class.
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• Attention 8 th grade girls and boys!  Do you enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a loud cheering audience?  The West De Pere High School Color Guard is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in learning how to toss flags and rifles to complement the WDPHS marching band.  The practice sessions for fall competitions begin Wednesday, April 16 th at 5:45 PM in the high school band room.   Please consider becoming part of this award-winning program at the high school.
• Students who had art in the Art Show should pick up their artwork from Miss Lotto. 
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere’s historical Olde-School Square is hosting Teen Friday’s from 6 – 9pm.  You can hang out in the teen loft, or “The Den” where you can work on paper mache, paint, pottery, plastering, and drawing.  If you are interested in attending, see Miss Lotto for more information or call Paint the Stars Studio at 347-3555.
• Attention all Middle School & High School Students: On Thursday, April 10 th and Friday, April 11 th at 7 pm in the High School Auditorium, the 4 th & 5 th graders from Hemlock Creek Elementary will be presenting “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”.  Admission is free, but non-perishable food donations for Paul’s Pantry will be accepted.  So please come and see your little brother or sister, cousin or neighbor.  If you don’t know any of the 115 performers, maybe you’ll know Mrs. Brenda May, Director, Mrs. Toni Smith, Choreographer, Mrs. Lois Velicer, Artistic Director or Mr. Tyler Zey, accompanist.  Hours of preparation have been done by students, staff and community, and it’s finally ‘SHOW TIME’.  See you there!
• Another opportunity for art students: Please submit original pieces of artwork for an artist book, Pine Tree Art Collection.  Students need to submit artwork on a 8 ½ x 11” sheet of paper to Miss Lotto by the end of the month. 
• There are 15 local businesses that need an advertisement designed for them.  Please see Miss Lotto if you are interested.  Advertisements are due next Friday, April 18 th.  Good Luck!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: flamboyant (showy, colorful, or flashy

THURSDAY, APRIL 10, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Thursday, April 10: Chili & Toasted Cheese/PB&J Uncrustables/Salad Bar
• Track practice will be held at the high school on Monday, April 14 th. Please make arrangements for your rides.
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• Attention 8 th grade girls and boys!  Do you enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a loud cheering audience?  The West De Pere High School Color Guard is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in learning how to toss flags and rifles to complement the WDPHS marching band.  The practice sessions for fall competitions begin Wednesday, April 16 th at 5:45 PM in the high school band room.   Please consider becoming part of this award-winning program at the high school.
• Students who had art in the Art Show should pick up their artwork from Miss Lotto. 
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere’s historical Olde-School Square is hosting Teen Friday’s from 6 – 9pm.  You can hang out in the teen loft, or “The Den” where you can work on paper mache, paint, pottery, plastering, and drawing.  If you are interested in attending, see Miss Lotto for more information or call Paint the Stars Studio at 347-3555.
• Attention all Middle School & High School Students: On Thursday, April 10 th and Friday, April 11 th at 7 pm in the High School Auditorium, the 4 th & 5 th graders from Hemlock Creek Elementary will be presenting “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”.  Admission is free, but non-perishable food donations for Paul’s Pantry will be accepted.  So please come and see your little brother or sister, cousin or neighbor.  If you don’t know any of the 115 performers, maybe you’ll know Mrs. Brenda May, Director, Mrs. Toni Smith, Choreographer, Mrs. Lois Velicer, Artistic Director or Mr. Tyler Zey, accompanist.  Hours of preparation have been done by students, staff and community, and it’s finally ‘SHOW TIME’.  See you there!
• Another opportunity for art students: Please submit original pieces of artwork for an artist book, Pine Tree Art Collection.  Students need to submit artwork on a 8 ½ x 11” sheet of paper to Miss Lotto by the end of the month. 
• There are 15 local businesses that need an advertisement designed for them.  Please see Miss Lotto if you are interested.  Advertisements are due next Friday, April 18 th.  Good Luck!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: solicit (to beg or seek donations)

WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Wednesday, April 9: Chicken Nuggets/BBQ Rib Sandwich/Salad Bar
• There is no computer lab option or the 8 th graders during lunch today. Please choose another option.
• Track practice will be held at the high school on Monday, April 14 th. Please make arrangements for your rides.
• A reminder to all physical education students to turn in their Dance, Dance, Revolution money ASAP.
• Attention 8 th grade girls and boys!  Do you enjoy the thrill of performing in front of a loud cheering audience?  The West De Pere High School Color Guard is looking for dedicated individuals who are interested in learning how to toss flags and rifles to complement the WDPHS marching band.  The practice sessions for fall competitions begin Wednesday, April 16 th at 5:45 PM in the high school band room.   Please consider becoming part of this award-winning program at the high school.
• Last night the Student Art Show started at 6pm and the night kicked off with student singing performances.  Awards were presented at 6:55pm with winners being: Painting: 3 rd – Hayley Moody, 2 nd – Allie Stoffel, 1 st – Abbey Barnes  Clay: 3 rd  - Ellie Grocholski, 2 nd – Jamie Forrest, 1 st – Mackenzie Kocken  3-Dimensional: 3 rd – Kelsey Norton, 2 nd – Stephanie Beyer, 1 st – Jacob Green   Drawing: 3 rd – Marcus Smalls, 2 nd – Liandra Skenadore, 1 st – Coleman Stevens  and Best Overall Artist: Carina Lasee’.  Winners should see Miss Lotto for their prizes!  Congratulations to all of the students you submitted artwork for the show.  Mr. Felchlin, the high school art teacher and judge of the event, had a very tough time determining winners.  He is excited to see everyone in art classes at the high school in the next few years!  Over 100 students and parents came to enjoy the night.  A BIG Thank You to everyone that helped set-up, take-down and everything in between with the event.
• Students who had art in the Art Show should pick up their artwork from Miss Lotto. 
• Paint the Stars Studio, located in East De Pere’s historical Olde-School Square is hosting Teen Friday’s from 6 – 9pm.  You can hang out in the teen loft, or “The Den” where you can work on paper mache, paint, pottery, plastering, and drawing.  If you are interested in attending, see Miss Lotto for more information or call Paint the Stars Studio at 347-3555.
• Attention all Middle School & High School Students: On Thursday, April 10 th and Friday, April 11 th at 7 pm in the High School Auditorium, the 4 th & 5 th graders from Hemlock Creek Elementary will be presenting “Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory”.  Admission is free, but non-perishable food donations for Paul’s Pantry will be accepted.  So please come and see your little brother or sister, cousin or neighbor.  If you don’t know any of the 115 performers, maybe you’ll know Mrs. Brenda May, Director, Mrs. Toni Smith, Choreographer, Mrs. Lois Velicer, Artistic Director or Mr. Tyler Zey, accompanist.  Hours of preparation have been done by students, staff and community, and it’s finally ‘SHOW TIME’.  See you there!
• Another opportunity for art students: Please submit original pieces of artwork for an artist book, Pine Tree Art Collection.  Students need to submit artwork on a 8 ½ x 11” sheet of paper to Miss Lotto by the end of the month. 
• There are 15 local businesses that need an advertisement designed for them.  Please see Miss Lotto if you are interested.  Advertisements are due next Friday, April 18 th.  Good Luck!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Attention any 8 th grade girls interested in playing high school girls basketball.  There will be a meeting in the LGI from 7:15am-7:30 on Tuesday April 8, 2008.  We will discuss the high school program as well as options for summer leagues and open gyms.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!

WORD OF THE DAY: badger (to pester, nag, or annoy persistently)

TUESDAY, APRIL 8, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Tuesday, April 8: Chili Crispitos/Ham & Cheese/Salad Bar
• There will be a sign-up today (Tues) for 8 th grade Intramurals to play mat ball.
• There is an Alateen meeting today in room #501 at 11:30.
• Tonight is the Student Art Show!  There will be entertainment, artwork, cookies and punch.  The show starts at 6:00pm, awards at 7:00pm with a DI performance to follow.  Please come and enjoy the night.
• There are 15 local businesses that need an advertisement designed for them.  Please see Miss Lotto if you are interested.  Advertisements are due next Friday, April 18 th.  Good Luck!
• Registration forms are now available in the office for anyone in 6 th through 8 th grade interested in playing middle school tennis this spring. Come and pick up a form to learn more about the West De Pere Junior Tennis Club. The season begins on Monday, April 21 st.
• Attention any 8 th grade girls interested in playing high school girls basketball.  There will be a meeting in the LGI from 7:15am-7:30 on Tuesday April 8, 2008.  We will discuss the high school program as well as options for summer leagues and open gyms.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski

WORD OF THE DAY: parched (very thirsty)

MONDAY, APRIL 7, 2008

• Hot Lunch Choices for Monday, April 7: Mini Corn Dogs/Sweet & Sour Pork/Salad Bar
• Attention any 8 th grade girls interested in playing high school girls basketball.  There will be a meeting in the LGI from 7:15am-7:30 on Tuesday April 8, 2008.  We will discuss the high school program as well as options for summer leagues and open gyms.
• Kids On Course is a 6 week golf class for beginner and intermediate golfers taught at West De Pere Middle School beginning in April after school. If you are interested, registration forms are available in the office.
• ATTENTION 8 TH GRADE GIRLS!!!  Do you love to dance?  Tryouts for the West De Pere High School Pom & Dance Team are April 21-25 th.  Pick up a tryout packet in the cafeteria or in Room 417 (Computer Lab.)  If you have any questions regarding tryouts, stop by and talk with Ms. Zurawski!
• Tomorrow night, from 6:00-8:00pm, the middle school will host the 2 nd Annual Student Art Show.  There will be 50 + student artists represented along with student performances throughout the night.  Please come and enjoy this night with entertainment, artwork, punch and cookies.  The awards presentation will be at 7:00pm.  Please bring any artwork to Miss Lotto by this Friday.  Miss Lotto knows there are many creative projects that were taken home, please get those projects to her!
• Do you like advertising?  Would you be interested in designing an advertisement for a local business?  The Green Bay Press-Gazette has an art contest for you!  See Miss Lotto if you would like to create an ad for a business in Green Bay.  There are 30 businesses to choose from and the design needs to be turned in to Miss Lotto by Friday, April 18 th.  Good Luck!