Today   (White)
Girls Basketball at Norwood 6:00 Varsity plays 1st
Boys Basketball at Thayer 6:30 JV -  7:45 Varsity

• Breakfast- Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch- Pizza Dipper, Salad, Grapes, Cookie

Friday (Maroon)

• Breakfast- Toast, Jelly, & Eggs
• Lunch- BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple

Hallway Music:    Today - Student Requests
Friday - Country

All students who have Mrs. Wiles 3rd Block on Maroon days, please stop by Mrs. Wiles' room to pick up your study guides today.

New Bear Time assignments are posted in Mr. Spence's window.  Tier 1 students have until Friday at noon to make a request to change teachers.

There will be no sign language class after school today.

NHS members:  please pay club dues by Friday to Mrs. Wiles.

Upcoming College Rep Visit:
State Tech - Monday, December 4 @ 2:15

A food drive managed by FCCLA and FBLA will go through Wednesday, December 13th. During this period donation boxes for non-perishable food such as green beans or carrots and money collection jars at each GAP room. Donations will be given to Munch to distribute in their Christmas Bags Program which gives necessities to families in need throughout our community. 
  
There is a signup sheet for Bears For A Better Christmas placed on the office window.  This annual event is a great way for you to give back to your community and earn some community service hours for your college and scholarship applications!  Students are needed to help with activities such as spotting at the 5K fundraiser, toy shopping, setting up the toy room, and helping the families pick out their toys, books, and warm items.  See the sign up sheet for details on dates and times.  Mrs. Brower and Coach Waggoner are the ones to talk to if you have questions.  It takes all of us to make this a great event every year!

The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.

Today   (Maroon)

• Breakfast- Waffles & Cereal
• Lunch- Lasagna Bake, Corn, Banana, Breadstick

Thursday (White)
Girls Basketball at Norwood 6:00 Varsity plays 1st
Boys Basketball at Thayer 6:30 JV -  7:45 Varsity

• Breakfast- Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch- Pizza Dipper, Salad, Grapes, Cookie

Friday (Maroon)

• Breakfast- Toast, Jelly, & Eggs
• Lunch- BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple

Hallway Music:    Today - Inspirational
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Country

Congratulation to Brody McKee and Mr. Hummel for being the winners of the deer and perfect attendance drawing. Please stop by and pick up your picture today.

New Bear Time assignments are posted in Mr. Spence's window.  Tier 1 students have until Friday at noon to make a request to change teachers.

NHS members:  please pay club dues by Friday to Mrs. Wiles.

Pink Out orders are due today.

Upcoming College Rep Visits:
MSU - West Plains - today @ 10:15
State Tech - Monday, December 4 @ 2:15

A food drive managed by FCCLA and FBLA will go through Wednesday, December 13th. During this period donation boxes for non-perishable food such as green beans or carrots and money collection jars at each GAP room. Donations will be given to Munch to distribute in their Christmas Bags Program which gives necessities to families in need throughout our community. 
  
There is a signup sheet for Bears For A Better Christmas placed on the office window.  This annual event is a great way for you to give back to your community and earn some community service hours for your college and scholarship applications!  Students are needed to help with activities such as spotting at the 5K fundraiser, toy shopping, setting up the toy room, and helping the families pick out their toys, books, and warm items.  See the sign up sheet for details on dates and times.  Mrs. Brower and Coach Waggoner are the ones to talk to if you have questions.  It takes all of us to make this a great event every year!

The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.

Today:  Pizza, Salad/Tomato, Apple, Animal Crackers & Milk
Breakfast Thursday: Donut, Cereal & Milk
Thursday Lunch:  Hamburger, Green Beans, Banana, Sweet Tater Nuggets & Milk

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1.    Don't forget the Library will be open on Tuesday and Thursdays after school until 3:30p.m. If you are staying for tutoring please check in with your tutoring teacher to let them know you are staying before going to the library.  (You must have a signed permission slip to go to the library after school)

2.    Pink Out Shirt orders are due today! 

3.    EIGHTH GRADERS: Don't forget to come to the second STEM challenge of the Wacky Wednesday Weird Science club.  This is WEDNESDAY November 29th!!! See you there!!!  

4.     DRAMA club will be this Thursday, Nov. 30th 3:15-4:15. Please remind your parents that pick up is at 4:15. Remember to bring your $2.00 for snacks this year and turn it in to Mrs. Owens or Mrs. White. 

5.    Art Club Christmas Party will be held Thursday, December 14th, 3:00-5:00.  Bring a finger food!  Don't' forget to remind your parents to pick you up promptly at 5:00.

6.    Bears For A Better Christmas, will be taking place until December 14th.  We are collecting new, toys, books, warm items (gloves, hats, ect.) and hygiene items for local families in need. You may drop off your donations at the MS Office. 

7.    The FCCLA & FBLA Food Harvest will once again take place this year from Monday November 27th-December 13th. Boxes will be placed in the Social Studies room of each grade for contributions.  The grade that contributes the most food will receive a treat!

8.    The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.  Entry forms can be picked up at the information center next to the office.

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 Wednesday Vision: 

During Bulletin announcements please give your students the following quiz, either as a whole class or in small groups/pairs:  Have you been paying close attention to the signs hanging from the ceiling in the hallways?  One of them says, "Think before you speak."  Each letter in the word "think" stands for a word at the end of a question that you are supposed to ask yourself before you speak:  Is it t---?  Is it h------?  Is it i--------? Is it n--------?  Is it k---?  
How many of the words can you recall?  Complete the quiz before a class representative steps into the hall to check the correct answers and report back to the class.
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SPORTS:
Thursday: 7th/8th Grade Girls: Home Game against Liberty. Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 7th/8th Grade Boys@Cabool. Away Game, Game start at 5:30 p.m. Bus leaves at 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7th/8th Grade Girls: Home Game against Cabool. Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

WEATHER: 
Wednesday, November 29th : Cooler with showers a high of 60 degrees and low of 50 degrees. 

Today   (White)
Boys Basketball at Thayer 6:30 JV -  7:45 Varsity
Freshmen Boys Basketball here after 7th & 8th grade game

• Breakfast- Biscuit, Gravy, & Sausage
• Lunch- Nacho Burger Dip, Tostitos, Green Beans, Peaches, Granola Bar

Wednesday (Maroon)

• Breakfast- Waffles & Cereal
• Lunch- Lasagna Bake, Corn, Banana, Breadstick

Thursday (White)

• Breakfast- Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch- Pizza Dipper, Salad, Grapes, Cookie

Friday (Maroon)

• Breakfast- Toast, Jelly, & Eggs
• Lunch- BBQ Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple

Hallway Music:    Today - Student Requests
Wednesday - Inspirational
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Country

All students that submitted a deer picture this year, please meet in the commons area for the drawing at 8:15 this morning! The teacher winner will be announced this afternoon. Thanks to everyone who participated.

Upcoming College Rep Visits:
MSU - West Plains - tomorrow @ 10:15
State Tech - Monday, December 4 @ 2:15

A food drive managed by FCCLA and FBLA will go through Wednesday, December 13th. During this period donation boxes for non-perishable food such as green beans or carrots and money collection jars at each GAP room. Donations will be given to Munch to distribute in their Christmas Bags Program which gives necessities to families in need throughout our community. 
  
There is a signup sheet for Bears For A Better Christmas placed on the office window.  This annual event is a great way for you to give back to your community and earn some community service hours for your college and scholarship applications!  Students are needed to help with activities such as spotting at the 5K fundraiser, toy shopping, setting up the toy room, and helping the families pick out their toys, books, and warm items.  See the sign up sheet for details on dates and times.  Mrs. Brower and Coach Waggoner are the ones to talk to if you have questions.  It takes all of us to make this a great event every year!

The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.

Today:  Chicken, Baked Potato & Cheese, Orange, Chocolate Chip Granola Bar
Breakfast Wednesday: Pancakes, Cereal & Milk
Wednesday Lunch: Pizza, Salad/Tomato, Apple, Animal Crackers & Milk

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1.    The winner of the Annual Deer Hunting Picture Contest is : McKinsey Collins! McKinsey will receive a $50 Gift Card for entering the drawing. 

2.    Cheerleaders need to stay after school TODAY to practice before the game and bring something to eat. 

3.    EIGHTH GRADERS: Don't forget to come to the second STEM challenge of the Wacky Wednesday Weird Science club.  This is WEDNESDAY November 29th!!! See you there!!!  

4.    Kianna Rothermich will be holding a "Pink Out" game for her senior project on Monday December 11th. If you would like to order a tee shirt, forms are available in the Student Info Center. Forms are due back to the office on Wednesday Nov. 29th. 

5.     DRAMA club will be this Thursday, Nov. 30th 3:15-4:15. Please remind your parents that pick up is at 4:15. Remember to bring your $2.00 for snacks this year and turn it in to Mrs. Owens or Mrs. White. 

6.    Art Club Christmas Party will be held Thursday, December 14th, 3:00-5:00.  Bring a finger food!  Don't' forget to remind your parents to pick you up promptly at 5:00.

7.    Bears For A Better Christmas, will be taking place until December 14th.  We are collecting new, toys, books, warm items (gloves, hats, ect.) and hygiene items for local families in need. You may drop off your donations at the MS Office. 

8.    The FCCLA & FBLA Food Harvest will once again take place this year from Monday November 27th-December 13th. Boxes will be placed in the Social Studies room of each grade for contributions.  The grade that contributes the most food will receive a treat!

9.    The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.  Entry forms can be picked up at the information center next to the office.

SPORTS:
Tonight: 7th/8th Grade Boys: Home Game against Thayer. Game starts at 5:00 p.m.
Tonight: 7th/8th Grade Girls@Ava. Away Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m. Bus Leaves at 3:45 p.m.
Thursday: 7th/8th Grade Girls: Home Game against Liberty. Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 7th/8th Grade Boys@Cabool. Away Game, Game start at 5:30 p.m. Bus leaves at 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7th/8th Grade Girls: Home Game against Cabool. Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

WEATHER: Tuesday,November 28th : Sunny with a high of 72 degrees and low of 48 degrees. 

Today:  Corn Dog, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries, Applesauce, Yogurt & Milk
Breakfast Tuesday: Biscuit, Jelly, Cereal & Milk
Tuesday Lunch: Chicken, Baked Potato & Cheese, Orange, Chocolate Chip Granola Bar

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                        TODAY IS A MAROON DAY   

1.    TODAY-There will be a Student Council Meeting 3:15-4:15p.m. 

2.    Cheerleaders need to stay after school Tuesday to practice before the game and bring something to eat. 

3.     DRAMA club will be this Thursday, Nov. 30th 3:15-4:15. Please remind your parents that pick up is at 4:15. Remember to bring your $2.00 for snacks this year and turn it in to Mrs. Owens or Mrs. White. 

4.    Bears For A Better Christmas, will be taking place until December 14th.  We are collecting new, toys, books, warm items (gloves, hats, ect.) and hygiene items for local families in need. You may drop off your donations at the MS Office. 

5.    The FCCLA & FBLA Food Harvest will once again take place this year from Monday November 27th-December 13th. Boxes will be placed in the Social Studies room of each grade for contributions.  The grade that contributes the most food will receive a treat!

6.    The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.  Entry forms can be picked up at the information center next to the office.

SPORTS:
Tuesday: 7th/8th Grade Boys: Home Game against Thayer. Game starts at 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 7th/8th Grade Girls@Ava. Away Game, Game starts at 5:30 p.m. Bus Leaves at 3:45 p.m.
Thursday: 7th/8th Grade Girls: Home Game against Liberty. Game starts at 5:30 p.m.
Friday: 7th/8th Grade Boys@Cabool. Away Game, Game start at 5:30 p.m. Bus leaves at 4:30 p.m.
Friday: 7th/8th Grade Girls: Home Game against Cabool. Game starts at 5:30 p.m.

WEATHER: Monday, November 27th : Sunny with a high of 69 degrees and low of 44 degrees. 

Today   (Maroon)
Girls Basketball at Gainesville 6:00

• Breakfast- Donut & Cereal
• Lunch- Crispto, Mac & Cheese, Broccoli, Applesauce

Tuesday (White)
Boys Basketball at Thayer 6:30

• Breakfast- Biscuit, Gravy, & Sausage
• Lunch- Nacho Burger Dip, Tostitos, Green Beans, Peaches, Granola Bar

Wednesday (Maroon)

• Breakfast- Waffles & Cereal
• Lunch- Lasagna Bake, Corn, Banana, Breadstick

Hallway Music:    Today - Christmas Music
Tuesday - Student Requests
Wednesday - Inspirational
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Country

Upcoming College Rep Visits:
Evangel University - today @ 2:00
MSU - West Plains - Wednesday, November 29 @ 10:15
State Tech - Monday, December 4 @ 2:15

A food drive managed by FCCLA and FBLA will start today and go through Wednesday, December 13th. During this period donation boxes for non-perishable food such as green beans or carrots and money collection jars at each GAP room. Donations will be given to Munch to distribute in their Christmas Bags Program which gives necessities to families in need throughout our community. 
  
There is a signup sheet for Bears For A Better Christmas placed on the office window.  This annual event is a great way for you to give back to your community and earn some community service hours for your college and scholarship applications!  Students are needed to help with activities such as spotting at the 5K fundraiser, toy shopping, setting up the toy room, and helping the families pick out their toys, books, and warm items.  See the sign up sheet for details on dates and times.  Mrs. Brower and Coach Waggoner are the ones to talk to if you have questions.  It takes all of us to make this a great event every year!

Deer Hunters!  You will have until tomorrow at 8:15 am. to bring in a picture of you and your deer (with parent signature on the back) for display on the office window! If you have perfect attendance from October 30 through November 17, you'll be entered into a drawing for $50. Good luck!

Today   (White)

• Breakfast- Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
• Lunch- Hamburger, Sweet Potato Fries, Apple, Ice Cream

No Salad Bar

Saturday
SCA Choral at Mtn. Grove

Monday
No School (Teacher's Meeting)
Girls Basketball here 6:00 vs Conway

Tuesday
Thanksgiving Break- No School
Girls & Boys Basketball here at 4:30 vs Summersville

Wednesday - Friday
Thanksgiving Break- No School

Saturday
Chess at Memphis Library

Monday (Nov. 27)   (Maroon)
Girls Basketball at Gainesville 6:00

• Breakfast- Donut & Cereal
• Lunch- Crispto, Mac & Cheese, Broccoli, Applesauce

Hallway Music:    Today - Songs of "Thanks"

Seniors--research papers are due today no later than 3:00 pm sharp.  Upload it to Canvas and turn in your paper copies to Ms. Spencer.  If you've forgotten what to turn in, the list is on Ms. Spencer's board, where it has been for over a week.

There will be a BRIEF senior class officer meeting in Ms. Spencer's room during Bear Time to finalize announcements.

No Freshman game Monday night  at Thayer.

Upcoming College Rep Visits:
Evangel University - Monday, November 27 @ 2:00
MSU - West Plains - Wednesday, November 29 @ 10:15
State Tech - Monday, December 4 @ 2:15

There is a tri fold display in the library next to the copier highlighting library books that you can check out. Please stop by the library sometime and check out these spotlighted library books. You might find your next favorite book! 

A food drive managed by FCCLA and FBLA will be held Monday, November 27th through Wednesday, December 13th during this period donation boxes for non-perishable food such as green beans or carrots and money collection jars at each GAP room. Donations will be given to Munch to distribute in their Christmas Bags Program which gives necessities to families in need throughout our community. 

ATTENTION SENIORS!  Dual credit speech will be available again this spring.  You will take the same speech class as required by all seniors, however, you now have the opportunity for it to also count as your college-level Public Speaking class.  Tuition will be $102 for the 3-credit class.  If interested, sign the list on Mrs. Munson's door before we leave for Thanksgiving break. 
  
There is a signup sheet for Bears For A Better Christmas placed on the office window.  This annual event is a great way for you to give back to your community and earn some community service hours for your college and scholarship applications!  Students are needed to help with activities such as spotting at the 5K fundraiser, toy shopping, setting up the toy room, and helping the families pick out their toys, books, and warm items.  See the sign up sheet for details on dates and times.  Mrs. Brower and Coach Waggoner are the ones to talk to if you have questions.  It takes all of us to make this a great event every year!

November 20th-25th, Vintage Floral will be having a 1 time only, 30% off all formal wear (doesn’t include already discounted dresses). Layaway is available. 

Deer Hunters!  You will have until Tuesday Nov.28th at 8:15 am. to bring in a picture of you and your deer (with parent signature on the back) for display on the office window! If you have perfect attendance from October 30 through November 17, you'll be entered into a drawing for $50. Good luck!

Today:  Turkey, Potatoes/Gravy, Stuffing, Pumpkin Pie, Raisins & Milk
Breakfast Monday: Muffin, Cereal & Milk
Monday Lunch: Corn Dog, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries, Applesauce, Yogurt & Milk
NO STUDENT OR TEACHER SALAD BAR, TODAY 

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1.    There will be a Student Council Meeting Monday, November 27th. 

2.    The FCCLA & FBLA Food Harvest will once again take place this year from Monday November 27th-December 13th. Boxes will be placed in the Social Studies room of each grade for contributions.  The grade that contributes the most food will receive a treat!

3.    Stephen Hale will be holding a weight lifting class for his Senior Project. Join Stephen for this learning experience this Saturday, November 16th, at the Old Gym from 9:30-11:00 a.m. Students in 7th and 8th grade are welcome to attend.

4.    The annual Bears for a Better Christmas 5K & 1 Mile Run will be held on Saturday, December 9 at Palenske Field.  The entry fee is $20, and the first 30 registrants on race day will receive a t-shirt.  Entry forms can be picked up at the information center next to the office.

5.    Students who go deer hunting during the upcoming youth and regular rifle deer season--please bring in a picture of you and your deer (with parent signature on the back) for display on the bulletin board outside the office.  If you have perfect attendance from October 30th through November 17, your name will be entered  into a drawing for a $50 gift card.  Good luck hunters.

SPORTS:
Tonight: 7th/8th Grade Girls Basketball@Cabool, Game starts at 5:30p.m., Bus leaves at 4:30p.m.
Monday Nov. 20th: 7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball@Thayer, Game starts at 5:30p.m., Bus leaves at 3:45p.m.
Tuesday Nov. 21st: 7th/8th Grade Boys Basketball@Mtn.Grove H.S. Game starts at 5:30p.m., Bus leaves at 4:15p.m.

WEATHER: Friday, November 17th : Cloudy and showers, with a high of 61 degrees and low of 57 degrees. 

Today   (Maroon)
Breakfast- Donut & Cereal
Lunch- Sack Lunch (Gap)
No Salad Bar

Friday (White)
Breakfast- Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
Lunch- Hamburger, Sweet Potato Fries, Apple, Ice Cream
No Salad Bar

Saturday
SCA Choral at Mtn. Grove

Hallway Music:    Today -Student Requests
Friday - Songs of "Thanks"

Club Picture Day & Mock Accident is today.

GAP meeting will take place during lunchtime and Bear Time today. Pick up a sack lunch in the Bear's Den either when you hear the all-call or when the bell rings for lunch and then go to your GAP Adviser's location. You can find where your GAP group is meeting by looking at the posters on the window in the entrance to the library.

Students: Please take anything you want to keep off your locker before last block today. We're tidying up for Thanksgiving break and cleaning off the front of lockers. Thank you!

All NHS members are to meet after school in Grime's Auditorium to run through the ceremony.  This will take about 30 minutes and then basketball players can return to practice. Induction will be at 7:00 tonight.

Upcoming College Rep Visits:
Evangel University - Monday, November 27 @ 2:00
MSU - West Plains - Wednesday, November 29 @ 10:15
State Tech - Monday, December 4 @ 2:15

There is a tri fold display in the library next to the copier highlighting library books that you can check out. Please stop by the library sometime and check out these spotlighted library books. You might find your next favorite book! 

A food drive managed by FCCLA and FBLA will be held Monday, November 27th through Wednesday, December 13th during this period donation boxes for non-perishable food such as green beans or carrots and money collection jars at each GAP room. Donations will be given to Munch to distribute in their Christmas Bags Program which gives necessities to families in need throughout our community. 

ATTENTION SENIORS!  Dual credit speech will be available again this spring.  You will take the same speech class as required by all seniors, however, you now have the opportunity for it to also count as your college-level Public Speaking class.  Tuition will be $102 for the 3-credit class.  If interested, sign the list on Mrs. Munson's door before we leave for Thanksgiving break. 

Seniors:  Just a reminder that the Financial Aid night will be held in the Bear's Den tonight at 5:30 pm.  If you plan to attend a college, university, technical school, or any type of post-secondary education, you and your parents will want to attend. 
  
There is a signup sheet for Bears For A Better Christmas placed on the office window.  This annual event is a great way for you to give back to your community and earn some community service hours for your college and scholarship applications!  Students are needed to help with activities such as spotting at the 5K fundraiser, toy shopping, setting up the toy room, and helping the families pick out their toys, books, and warm items.  See the sign up sheet for details on dates and times.  Mrs. Brower and Coach Waggoner are the ones to talk to if you have questions.  It takes all of us to make this a great event every year!

November 20th-25th, Vintage Floral will be having a 1 time only, 30% off all formal wear (doesn’t include already discounted dresses). Layaway is available. 

Deer Hunters! Bring in a picture of you and your deer (with parent signature on the back) for display on the office window! If you have perfect attendance from October 30 through November 17, you'll be entered into a drawing for $50. Good luck!

The Bearbucks Coffee Shop will be closed on Friday.