Today's Menu
Today:  Nacho Burger/Tostitos, Green Beans, Orange, Cookie & Milk
Breakfast Friday:  Cinnamon Toast, Oatmeal, & Milk
Friday Lunch: Grilled Cheese, Chips, Veggie Beans, Grapes, & Milk

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1. 8th grade students:  if you have immunization records please get those to the office ASAP!  If immunization records are not received, starting September 3rdyou will not be allowed at school.

2.  Next week is Homecoming Week!!  This year's theme is the musical "Grease".  Please note as with all Spirit weeks before, no face painting allowed. Hats will be permitted when they fit a particular day's theme.  Students will be expected to be 100% cooperative with teacher direction in all cases when hats need to be removed during class.

Monday:  Neon & Chrome.  Wear neon, fluorescent or metallic colors.
Tuesday:  Bandstand Dance-Off.  Dress to impress with your nicest clothes.  (ALSO PICTURE DAY)
Wednesday:  Run with the Cool Kids.  Girls wear pink, boys wear black.
Thursday:  Greased Lightening.  Dress like the class of '59!  Poodle skirts, tight-roll jeans, white t-shirts.
Friday:  Maroon & White.

3.  Picture Day:  Tuesday, September 1st.  Remember to take your order forms home today!!

4.  Chess Club meeting is TODAY and every Thursday in the HS library from 3 until 4:30 pm.  All members and those who would like to find out more are encouraged to be there.

LOST & FOUND:
FOUND:  Combination lock.  Come to the Middle School Office to claim!! 
LOST:  Pair of black rimmed glasses.  If found please bring to the office.

WEATHER:  For Friday, August 28th:  Nice with times of sun and clouds.  High of 82 and low of 64.

Thursday               (Maroon)               
VB @ Liberty..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:30) 
Softball @ Thayer..4:30 (Bus leaves at 2:30) Dismiss at 2:10

Tennis @ Reeds Spring..4:00 (Bus leaves at 1:00) Dismiss athletes at 12:45

• Breakfast. . . .Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Nacho Burger Dip, Tostitos, Green Beans, Orange, Cookie
  

Friday                     (White)                   
V FB @ Marionville..7:00 (Bus leaves at 2:00) Dismiss athletes at 1:40

• Breakfast. . .Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
  
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Veggie Beans, Pear
  

Saturday                                                
VB @ Forsyth..9:00 (Bus leaves 6:30)
Tennis @ Forsyth

Softball @ Dora (games times 10:30 and 12:30)
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1.     Hallway Music: Get to Know Our New Teachers!         
TODAY - Mr. Wade
Friday - Student Requests

2.       Pep club meeting TODAY during both lunches in Mrs. Talbot’s room.  Everyone is welcome!

3.       Chess club meeting TODAY and every Thursday in the HS library from 3:00 - 4:30 pm.  All members and those who would like to find out more are encouraged to be there.

4.       Just a reminder to be sure and PICK up your picture form in your English Class TODAY or Friday. . .TAKE THE FORM HOME!.  Don't lose it - we didn't get many extras!

5.       Students: There is a possibility of having a pep bus to Marionville for the football game on Friday night. If you would like to go, please sign up at the office window. There must be a minimum of 20 students riding, in order to send a bus. DEADLINE IS NOON TODAY.      

6.       If you are interested in taking the ACT, you will find updated flyers and information on the shelf outside Mrs. Munson's office.  You register online and the cost is $39.50 this year.  However, if you are a junior or senior that qualifies for free/reduced lunches you can use a fee waiver two times.  You will need to obtain the fee waiver from Mrs. Munson prior to registering. 

7.       We have softball t-shirts for sale. . .if interested see Mrs. Cottengim for an order form.

8.       Seniors don't forget we are having another meeting at lunch on Friday to finalize plans for the float.  Meet in Mrs. Simon's room (B105) with your lunch.  We need lots of help so please plan on helping if you can.

9.       Found: A calculator . . .see Connie to claim.

10.    The Interact meeting scheduled for today has been rescheduled for next Tuesday. 

11.   Next week is Homecoming.  Here is a list of our spirit days. . .
        
Monday - Neon and Chrome
The 50s were all about diners, drive-ins, and sweet rides!
Wear neon, fluorescent or metallic colors.

Tuesday - Bandstand Dance-Off
Vince Fontaine will be broadcasting us on national television!
Dress to impress with your nicest clothes. (Also school picture day)

Wednesday - Run With the Cool Kids
The T-Birds and Pink Ladies rule the school!
Girls wear pink, boys wear black

Thursday - Greased Lightning
Greased lightning! Go, greased lightning!
Dress like the class of ‘59! Poodle skirts, tight-roll jeans, white t-shirts

Friday - Maroon and White

Today's Menu
Today:  Spaghetti, Corn on the Cob, Banana, Breadstick, & Milk
Breakfast Thursday:  Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, & Milk
Thursday Lunch: Nacho Burger/Tostitos, Green Beans, Orange, Cookie & Milk

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1. 8th grade students:  if you have immunization records please get those to the office ASAP!  Immunization records have to be turned in before September 3rd. 
2. Cheerleading practice everyday this week after school from 3:15 to 4:30 .  Meet in Ms. Tyler's room.
3.  Anyone interested in running Cross Country can find information at the Student Info Center.  
4.  Join Art Club! See Mrs. Pitts, Art room, for a permission form.  
5.  Mrs. Clary will be out of the office today.

LOST & FOUND: The following items have been found: Lock / Black & Orange Lunch Bag
Come to the Middle School Office to claim!! 

WEATHER:  For Thursday, August 27th:  Sunny with a high of 80 and low of 58.

Wednesday          (White)                  

•  Breakfast. . .Breakfast Burrito & Cereal
  
•  Lunch. . Spaghetti, Corn on Cob, Banana, Garlic Bread
  

Thursday               (Maroon)              
VB @ Liberty..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:30) 
Softball @ Thayer..4:30 (Bus leaves at 2:30) Dismiss at 2:10
Tennis @ Reeds Spring..4:00 (Bus leaves at 1:00) Dismiss athletes at 12:45

• Breakfast. . . .Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Nacho Burger Dip, Tostitos, Green Beans, Orange, Cookie
  

Friday                     (White)                  
 V FB @ Marionville..7:00 (Bus leaves at 2:00) Dismiss athletes at 1:40

• Breakfast. . .Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
  
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Veggie Beans, Pear
  

Saturday                                                
VB @ Forsyth..9:00 (Bus leaves 6:30)
Tennis @ Forsyth
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1.     Hallway Music: Get to Know Our New Teachers!         
TODAY - Mrs. Shockley
Thursday - Mr. Wade
Friday - Student Requests

2.       Sophomores- we need your help with the homecoming float! Come to Mrs. Talbot's room TODAY during LUNCH if you want to help!  You can bring your lunch to the meeting.

3.       Reminder: When you attend ANY extracurricular or athletic event at school, you are subject to the dress code and code of conduct. If you are in violation of either code, you may be asked to leave the event.

4.       Found: A cell phone and a calculator (not together). . .see Connie to claim.

5.       Anyone interested in being a part of Interact Club come to Mrs. Talbot's room Thursday during 1st lunch. Interact Club is about serving the community and school through service projects. Come find out what it’s all about!

6.       Students: There is a possibility of having a pep bus to Marionville for the football game on Friday night. If you would like to go, please sign up at the office window. There must be a minimum of 20 students riding, in order to send a bus. Deadline is 12:00 pm on Thursday.            

7.       There are only 6 yearbooks left.  If you would like to purchase a 2014-15 yearbook see Ms. Spencer immediately.

8.     Next week is Homecoming.  Here is a list of our spirit days. . .
Monday - Neon and Chrome
The 50s were all about diners, drive-ins, and sweet rides!
Wear neon, fluorescent or metallic colors.
Tuesday - Bandstand Dance-Off
Vince Fontaine will be broadcasting us on national television!
Dress to impress with your nicest clothes. (Also school picture day)
Wednesday - Run With the Cool Kids
The T-Birds and Pink Ladies rule the school!
Girls wear pink, boys wear black
Thursday - Greased Lightning
Greased lightning! Go, greased lightning!
Dress like the class of ‘59! Poodle skirts, tight-roll jeans, white t-shirts
Friday - Maroon and White

Monday                 (White)                  
 JV FB..Ava..6:00..Here
Softball..Seymour..4:30..Here
Tennis @ Springfield Catholic..4:00 (Bus leaves at 2:00) Dismiss athletes at 1:45

• Breakfast. .  .Donut & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . . Chinese Chicken, Rice/Gravy, Broccoli, Apple, Fortune Cookie

Tuesday                                (Maroon)               
VB..Springfield Hillcrest 6:00..Here
Softball..East Carter..4:30..Here

Tennis..Waynesville..4:00..Here

• Breakfast. . . Biscuit, Jelly & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Corn Dog, Sweet Potato Tots, Grapes, Jello

Wednesday          (White)                   

• Breakfast. . .Breakfast Burrito & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . Spaghetti, Corn on Cob, Banana, Garlic Bread
  

Thursday               (Maroon)               
VB @ Liberty..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:30) 
Softball @ Thayer..4:30 (Bus leaves at 2:30) Dismiss at 2:10
Tennis @ Reeds Spring..4:00 (Bus leaves at 1:00) Dismiss athletes at 12:45

• Breakfast. . . .Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Nacho Burger Dip, Tostitos, Green Beans, Orange, Cookie
  

Friday                     (White)                   
V FB @ Marionville..7:00 (Bus leaves at 1:30) Dismiss athletes at 1:10)

• Breakfast. . .Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
  
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Veggie Beans, Pear
  

Saturday                                                
VB @ Forsyth..9:00 (Bus leaves 6:30)
Tennis @ Forsyth

1.     Hallway Music: Get to Know Our New Teachers!
        TODAY - Ms. Martin
Tuesday - Coach Schwalm
Wednesday - Mrs. Shockley
Thursday - Mr. Wade
Friday - Student Requests

2.       There will be class meetings (for all grade levels) during both lunches on Tuesday.  Remember you must be in TIER I BEAR TIME in order to attend these meetings. 

                        FRESHMEN will meet in Mrs. Cottengim’s room
                        SOPHOMORES will meet in Mrs. Talbot’s room
                        JUNIORS will meet in Mrs. Brower’s room
                        SENIORS will meet in Mrs. Simon’s room

3.       The homecoming court needs to go to Mrs. Pettit’s class at 1:40 on Tuesday for a picture. 

Today's Menu
Today:  Chinese Chicken, Rice & Gravy, Broccoli, Orange, Fortune Cookie, & Milk
Breakfast Tuesday:  Biscuit, Jelly, Cereal, & Milk
Tuesday Lunch: Corn Dog, Sweet Potato Tots, Pear, Jello, & Milk

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1.  6th Grade Parent Night is TODAY from 5:45 - 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium!!  Mr. Cochran will have Instrument Night immediately following at 6:30 p.m. 

2.  Starting TODAY, we will begin saying the Pledge of Allegiance again on the first morning of each week, shortly after the 8:15 bell.  A pledge leader will lead us in the pledge over the intercom.  When the pledge leader says "please rise and join me in saying the Pledge of Allegiance," we will all rise and the pledge will be recited.  Pledge leaders will be selected from a drawing that includes all students with 0 ZAPs.  

***Don't forget that we offer The Bear Box as a way of reporting Bully-type behavior.  If you witness or experience Bullying, feel free to write a note describing the situation, sign it and drop it in The Bear Box which is located in the main office.  Notes that are unsigned unfortunately cannot be addressed, we need to know who to speak with.  ALWAYS report bullying behavior, through The Bear Box or tell an adult.  We cannot help you if we do not know that something is happening.

3. Cheerleading practice every day this week after school from 3:15 to 4:30 .  Meet in Ms. Tyler's room.

4.  Any 5th graders interested in running Cross Country can see Mrs. Rackley or pick one up at the Student Info Center.  
    6th - 8th graders interested in running Cross Country can find information at the Student Info Center.

5. 8th grade students:  if you have immunization records please get those to the office ASAP! Immunization records have to be turned in before September 3rd.

6.  Join Art Club! See Mrs. Pitts, Art room, for a permission form.  

Today's Menu
Today:  Meatball Sub, Carrots, Veggie Beans, Strawberries, Cookie, & Milk
Breakfast Monday: Donut, Cereal, & Milk
Monday Lunch: Chinese Chicken, Rice & Gravy, Broccoli, Orange, Fortune Cookie, & Milk

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1.  Starting next Monday, we will begin saying the Pledge of Allegiance again on the first morning of each week, shortly after the 8:15 bell.  A pledge leader will lead us in the pledge over the intercom.  When the pledge leader says "please rise and join me in saying the Pledge of Allegiance," we will all rise and the pledge will be recited.  Pledge leaders will be selected from a drawing that includes all students with 0 ZAPs.  

2. Cheerleading practice every day after school from 3:15 to 4:30 this week and next week.  Meet in Ms. Tyler's room.

3.  Any 5th graders interested in running Cross Country can see Mrs. Rackley or pick one up at the Student Info Center.  
    6th - 8th graders interested in running Cross Country can find information at the Student Info Center.

4. 8th grade students:  if you have immunization records please get those to the office ASAP! Immunization records have to be turned in before September 3rd.

5.  Join Art Club! See Mrs. Pitts, Art room, for a permission form.  

6.  The YMCA will be having a volleyball camp on Saturday, August 22nd that will include 5th-6th graders.  The registration deadline to sign up is Wednesday, August 19.  Registration forms are available in the M.S. Student Info Center or at the YMCA.

WEATHER:  For Monday, August 24th: Sunny with a high of 80 and low in mid 50s.

Friday                     (Maroon)               
V FB..Reeds Spring..7:00..Here       
Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
Lunch. . .Meatball Sub, Broccoli, Orange, Cookie


1.       Hallway Music:  TODAY - Pumped for Football Friday!


2.     We will be conducting the fire drill TODAY at 9:30.


3.     THREE more workers are NEEDED to work the concession stand TONIGHT.  JUNIORS ARE EXPECTED TO DO THIS, but others may also work.  Prom will not be booked off campus until all the sign-up sheet is full!

4.     Board game meeting in Mr. Wickens classroom TODAY directly after school. Come by and see what we are about this is a preliminary meeting that will last about 90 minutes.

5.     On Saturday Jeffery Russell of X-minds Design & Catering will be selling pulled pork sandwiches and sides at G & W Foods from 11:00 a.m.-2:00 p.m. Along with this Parent’s and Volleyball supporters have donated bake goods for sale. Come support your Willow Springs Lady Volley Bears with a tasty lunch and or a baked item.   

6.     Student Council Election Results (in case you missed the announcement yesterday)


Freshmen. . .
President – Alex McNew
Vice President – Cole Henley
Secretary – Lexxie Cody
Treasurer – Katie Burgess
Girl Rep – Annie Greer


Sophomores. . .
President – Liliya Dudko
Vice President – Randie Rogers
Secretary – Crystal Hathcock
Treasurer – Megan Murphy
Girl Rep – Catherine Amos

Juniors. . .
President – Devin Perkins
Vice President – Alana Biehl
Secretary – Kobe Coatney
Treasurer – Grace Bailey
Boy Rep – Ty Durnell
Girl Rep – Hannah Wallace

Seniors. . .
President – Brandon Barnes
Vice President – Beth Sherbo
Secretary – Tia Davis
Treasurer – Becca Picard
Boy Rep – Tristan Traver
Girl Rep – Bailey Wagner
Recorder – Kaitlyn Baker
Spirit Commissioner Sarah Philpott

Wednesday          (Maroon)               

• Breakfast. . .French Toast & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . Burrito, Salad/Tomato, Refried Beans, Banana
  

Thursday               (White)                  

• Breakfast. . . .Poptart & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Chicken Patty, Potatoes & Gravy, Applesauce, Hot Roll
  

Friday                     (Maroon)               
V FB..Reeds Spring..7:00..Here       

• Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Meatball Sub, Broccoli, Orange, Cookie
  

1.     Hallway Music:            
TODAY - Inspirational
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Pumped for Football Friday!

2.     If you would be interested in joining FBLA there will be an informational meeting TODAY during both lunches in Mrs. Pettit’s room.

3.     Volleyball order forms and money is due to Miss Connie TODAY.

4.     Fellowship of Christian Athletes (FCA) will meet in room 103 at 7:45 am on Thursday.

5.     If you are interested in joining FCCLA there will be an informational meeting Thursday during both lunches in Mrs. Walls’ room.

6.     FOUR more workers are NEEDED to work the concession stand THIS FRIDAY.  JUNIORS ARE EXPECTED TO DO THIS, but others may also work.  Prom will not be booked off campus until all the sign-up sheet is full!

7.     Credit recovery has begun!  Hours are 3:00 – 5:00 Monday through Thursday.  You must arrive by 3:30.  Credit recovery is located in the rock house behind the superintendent’s office.

8.     Three Rivers will be offering a Welding class at the Willow Springs campus, starting September 1.  Classes will run 4 weeks, 2 nights a week, 3 hours each class.  If you would like more information, contact Scott Williamson at 417-469-3000.

9.     The MASL Readers Awards Committees are still looking for volunteers to serve as Reader/Selectors for this year.
Reader selectors read the preliminary nominee list of 20-25 books between August and December and rate the books to determine which ones will be on the final list of nominees for the following school year.
If you are interested in joining, please see Coach Pitts to sign up.

10.   Students if you are unable to get on the computer you may need to turn in your technology agreement or come by the library and sign your agreement.

Coffee shop is open 7:50-8:10. Come see us!! All drinks are under $1.            

Today's Menu
Today:  Burrito, Salad, Broccoli, Grapes, & Milk
Breakfast Thursday:  Poptart, Cereal, & Milk
Thursday Lunch: Chicken Patty, Potatoes & Gravy, Pear, Hot Roll, & Milk

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1. Cheerleading practice every day after school from 3:15 to 4:30 this week and next week.  Meet in Ms. Tyler's room.

2.  Any 5th graders interested in running Cross Country can see Mrs. Rackley to pick up a form.  

    6th - 8th graders interested in running Cross Country can find information at the Student Info Center.

3. 8th grade students:  if you have immunization records please get those to the office ASAP!

4.  Join Art Club! See Mrs. Pitts, Art room, for a permission form.  

5.  The YMCA will be having a volleyball camp on Saturday, August 22nd that will include 5th-6th graders.  The registration deadline to sign up is Wednesday, August 19.  Registration forms are available in the M.S. Student Info Center or at the YMCA.

6.  TODAY IS THE LAST DAY TO CHANGE SCHEDULES!!!!

WEATHER: For Thursday, August 20th: Mostly sunny with a high of 79 and low of 56.