M.S. Menu
Today: Turkey, Potatoes/Gravy, Strawberries, Hot Roll & Milk
Wednesday Breakfast: Pancakes, Cereal & Milk
Wednesday Lunch: Cheeseburger Helper, Green Beans, Banana, Breadstick & Milk
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1.  Certain students need to report to the 3rd floor Computer Lab during M4 on Tuesday, February 28 to take a STAR Reading or Math test.

2.  If you are currently in 8th Grade and you would like to try out for HS Cheerleading for the 2017-2018 school year, please stop at the office and pick up a tryout form. 

3.  NO Tutoring this Wednesday.

4.  This Friday is the last day to order a Year Book!

5.  Drama Club will meet this Thursday.

6.  The Middle School Scholastic Book Fair will be held Monday, March 6-Friday March 10 from 8AM-3PM each day.  We will also stay open on Tuesday, March 7 from 3-6 PM for parent night. Remember, early in the week is the best time to shop because the book you want might get sold out!!! 
7.  The deadline to take your tenth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can go on the field trip is Friday, March 10, at 3 p.m.  

8.  YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball forms are available in the Student Info Center. Registration deadline is March 8th.
Boys: Age 9-10 and 11-12 
Girls: Age 9-10 and 11-13   

Weather:
Tuesday Feb. 28th., Showers with a high of 74 and a low of 50.  

​Tuesday        (Maroon)    Breakfast. . .Biscuit, Jelly & Cereal
                    Lunch. . . Hamburger, Sweet Potato Tots, Baked Beans, Apple
                    Salad Bar. . .Cheese Stick, Granola Bar, Fruit                
        
Wednesday    (White)        Breakfast. . .Pancakes, Syrup & Cereal
                    Lunch. . .Salisbury Steak, Potatoes & Gravy, Orange, Hot Roll
                    Salad Bar. . .Cottage Cheese, Breadstick, Fruit
                
Thursday    (Maroon)    Math & Science Relays @ Thayer..4:00    
Breakfast. . .Donut & Cereal
                    Lunch. . Pizza, Salad/Tomato, Grapes, Cookie
                    Salad Bar. . .Boiled Eggs, Cookie & Fruit    
    
Friday        (White)        Breakfast. . .Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
                    Lunch. . .Turkey Cheese Wrap, Chips, Lettuce & Tomato, Celery & Peanut Butter, Banana
                    Salad Bar. . .Cheesy Pretzel & Fruit

Saturday            FFA @ C of O Contest
                    Chess @ Joplin    
         
1.    Hallway Music 
      TODAY - Student Requests
Wednesday - Inspirational
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Top 10 Songs Right Now    

2.    Internship students need to stop by Miss Connie’s office and pick up your 3rd quarter assignment.

3.    Math and Science Relays are coming up Thursday night.  Get your permission forms turned in to Mr. Hummel ASAP.  Students need to meet in the commons area when released at 2:30 Thursday.  Make sure and bring money for food.  Any questions see Mr. Hummel or Mrs. Lee.

4.    Anyone wanting to try out for cheerleading for the 2017-18 school year, needs to pick a packet up from Connie. This tryout will be for football and basketball (there will only be one tryout). 

5.    Congratulations to the WS Lady Bears Softball Team on their selection as an 2016/17 Academic All-State Team. (To be honored as an Academic All-State Team the team must meet these requirements:
 all players on the varsity team have a cumulative GPA of 3.3.) 

Congratulations to players that earned Academic All-State Individual Honors: Emily Fair, Alexa Fredrick, 
Bella Melvin, Sydney Miller, Grace Minge, Devin Perkins, Krysta Rader, Kaitlynn Woody.  (To be honored as an Academic All-State Individual the player must meet these requirements: Only Sophomores, Juniors, & Seniors are eligible & must have a GPA of 3.50-4.0. They must also attain one of the two following requirements.  Either be ranked in the top 25% of her class or score a 24 on the ACT.)

                                                            GREAT JOB GIRLS!  

Monday         (White)        
Spring Pictures
Breakfast. . .Muffin & Cereal
Lunch. . .Corn Dog, Broccoli, Mac & Cheese, Applesauce
Salad Bar. . Yogurt, Pasta Salad, Fruit
        
Tuesday        (Maroon)    
Breakfast. . .Biscuit, Jelly & Cereal
Lunch. . . Hamburger, Sweet Potato Tots, Baked Beans, Apple
Salad Bar. . .Cheese Stick, Granola Bar, Fruit                

Wednesday    (White)        Breakfast. . .Pancakes, Syrup & Cereal
                    Lunch. . .Salisbury Steak, Potatoes & Gravy, Orange, Hot Roll
                    Salad Bar. . .Cottage Cheese, Breadstick, Fruit
                
Thursday    (Maroon)    Math & Science Relays @ Thayer..4:00    
Breakfast. . .Donut & Cereal
                    Lunch. . Pizza, Salad/Tomato, Grapes, Cookie
                    Salad Bar. . .Boiled Eggs, Cookie & Fruit    
    
Friday        (White)        Breakfast. . .Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
                    Lunch. . .Turkey Cheese Wrap, Chips, Lettuce & Tomato, Celery & Peanut Butter, Banana
                    Salad Bar. . .Cheesy Pretzel & Fruit

Saturday            FFA @ C of O Contest
                    Chess @ Joplin    
         
1.    Hallway Music 
      TODAY - Oscar Winning Songs
Tuesday - Student Requests
Wednesday - Inspirational
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Top 10 Songs Right Now    

2.    Club Meetings. . .
     TODAY        Prom Music committee meeting during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Brower’s room.
     
3.    Those having spring pictures taken will need to report to the commons area after the pledge.     

4.    Juniors and Seniors
•    Prom tickets go on sale today and will be sold for two weeks ONLY.  The last day to purchase tickets is March 10th. Tickets are $35 per person and covers everything except pictures.

​M.S. Menu

Today: Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Grapes & Milk

Monday Breakfast: Muffin, Cereal & Milk

Monday Lunch: Corn Dog, Broccoli, Sweet Potato Fries, Applesauce, Yogurt & Milk

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1.   Don't forget Monday is Spring Picture Day. If you need an order form please pick one up at the Student Info Center.

2.  WS chess team will be leaving for the Alton tournament tomorrow at 7:30 a.m. from the new gym.
The entry fee is $5. We will be back around 4:30 in the afternoon. Bring snack money or snacks. 

3.  The following 8th graders need to assemble in the Upper Lab at the beginning of M-4 to meet with the HS counselor regarding freshmen schedules

4.  The deadline to take your tenth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can go on the field trip is Friday, March 10, at 3 p.m.

5.  Drama Club meeting will be March 2nd. 

6.  If you are eligible to vote for your favorite Mark Twain or Harry Truman nominated book and have been given your invitation, the voting party is last block TODAY, Feb. 24.  Eligible 7th and 8th graders will have their party from 1:30-2:00 PM. YOU MUST CHECK IN WITH YOUR M4 TEACHER BEFORE COMING TO THE LIBRARY. Eligible 5th and 6th graders will have their party from 2:30-3:00 PM. 5th and 6th graders, make sure you bring all of your stuff to go home.

7.  YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball forms are available in the Student Info Center.

Boys: Age 9-10 and 11-12 
Girls: Age 9-10 and 11-13
8.  Don't forget to order a Year Book! Forms are due by March 3rd.  

9.  Blick 3rd Annual Mixed Media" Art Contest is taking place. Entries must be received by April 14, 2017. Pick up a form and instructions from Mrs. Pitts.


Weather:

Friday Feb. 24th., Partly sunny and warm with a high of 66 and a low of 27.  

Friday    (Maroon)    
Spanish Play @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Toast, Jelly & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple
• Salad Bar. . .Cheesy Pretzel & Fruit    

Saturday            
Chess @ Alton
         
1.    Hallway Music (FFA Week Edition):
     TODAY - King of Country (George Straight)

2.    Club Meetings. . .
     TODAY        Prom Music committee meeting during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Brower’s room.
     
3.    There are still tickets available for TONIGHT’S play, “Curse of the Cobra’s Kiss”.  Tickets are $6 in advance and $8 at the door (dessert and drink included).  Show time 6:30 in Grimes Auditorium.  See Ms. Griffith or Miss Connie to purchase tickets.  

4.    Sophomores:  If you plan on attending SCCC (vo-tech) next year you will need to complete an application by the end of school TODAY.    

5.    WS chess team will be leaving for the Alton tournament tomorrow at 7:30 am from the new gym.  The entry fee is $5. We will be back around 4:30 in the afternoon. Bring snack money or snacks.

6.    Springs pictures will be taken on Monday.  Stop by Miss Tina’s office to pick up a picture form packet if you wish to have a picture taken.   

7.    Juniors and Seniors
•    Prom tickets go on sale on Monday and will be sold for two weeks ONLY.  The last day to purchase tickets is March 10th. Tickets are $35 per person and covers everything except pictures.

•    Only juniors and seniors are invited and may bring one guest.  That guest must also meet the requirements as outlined in the planner.  

•    Attendance will be checked when you buy your ticket and up until March 24th.  If you attendance is below 90% you are ineligible to attend prom (this includes all students).

•    If you plan to bring a guest that does not currently attend WSHS you need to get your paperwork started and submitted ASAP for approval.  Mrs. Brower and Miss Tina have the forms.

•    You must tell Mrs. Brower if you attending project prom or not when you buy your tickets. You also should mention if you have any food allergies or special dietary meal restrictions.

8.    Willow Springs YMCA….Special Event!!  Makeup With Anna Dudko

Come join us on March 21 at the W.S. High School Library from 6:00-8:00 p.m. where Anna Dudko will be demonstrating full face makeup application techniques on a model.  This class will help women of all ages develop their skills in applying makeup.  She will show her many tips & tricks for creating a flawless face!!   Snacks will be provided along with a goody bag.
     
Sign up at the W.S. YMCA OR W.S High School Library by MARCH 17!!  COST…….$10
                                     (Proceeds benefit YMCA Youth Programs)

9.    Jordan Phelps senior project is an adoption day with West Plains Regional Animal Shelter on Saturday from 12:00-3:00.  Any questions see Jordan.

M.S. Menu
Today: Pizza Dippers, Salad/Tomato, Apple, Cookie
Friday Breakfast: Toast, Jelly, Cereal & Milk
Friday Lunch: Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Grapes & Milk

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1.  The deadline to take your tenth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can go on the field trip is Friday, March 10, at 3 p.m.

2.  Monday is Spring Picture Day. Only students purchasing pictures will have their pictures taken. If you need an order form please pick one up at the Student Info Center.

3.  The next Drama Club meeting will be March 2nd. 

4.  If you are eligible to vote for your favorite Mark Twain or Harry Truman nominated book and have been given your invitation, the voting party is last block on Friday, Feb. 24.  Eligible 7th and 8th graders will have their party from 1:30-2:00 PM. YOU MUST CHECK IN WITH YOUR M4 TEACHER BEFORE COMING TO THE LIBRARY. Eligible 5th and 6th graders will have their party from 2:30-3:00 PM. 5th and 6th graders, make sure you bring all of your stuff to go home.

5.  YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball forms are available in the Student Info Center.

Boys: Age 9-10 and 11-12 
Girls: Age 9-10 and 11-13
6.  Don't forget to order a Year Book! Forms are due by March 3rd.  

7.  The deadline to take your tenth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can go on the field trip is Friday, March 10, at 3 p.m. 

8.  Blick 3rd Annual Mixed Media" Art Contest is taking place. Entries must be received by April 14, 2017. Pick up a form and instructions from Mrs. Pitts.

Weather:
Thursday Feb. 23rd., Cloudy and very warm with a high of 73 and a low of 54.  

Thursday    (White)        
Jostens Class Ring Orders. . .Bears Dens @ 1:35
Spanish Play  @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . Pizza Dippers, Salad/Tomato, Grapes, Cookie
• Salad Bar. . .Boiled Eggs, Cookie & Fruit    

    
Friday    (Maroon)    
Spanish Play @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Toast, Jelly & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple
• Salad Bar. . .Cheesy Pretzel & Fruit    

Saturday            
Chess @ Alton
         
1.    Hallway Music (FFA Week Edition):
     TODAY - Country Oldies
Friday - King of Country (George Straight)

2.    Club Meetings. . .
     TODAY        Tennis meeting for any guys interested in playing tennis during both lunches in 
             Dr. Cox’s room.

     Friday        Prom Music committee meeting during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Brower’s room.

3.    The Jostens rep will be here TODAY at 1:35 in the Bears Den to take class ring orders.  Make sure that you have your order form and deposit.  Checks need to be made payable to Jostens.  

4.    Southwest Baptist University is hosting a reception at Heroes coffee in West Plains TONIGHT from 5-7:00 p.m. for any students who are interested in finding out more information about SBU!  Any high school students are welcome to attend and get free Heroes coffee and learn more about their institution.  

5.    Juniors that wish to apply to MO Boys/Girls State should have the completed application to Mrs. Munson by 3:00 TODAY.

6.    Don’t forget to get your tickets to the “Curse of the Cobra’s Kiss”.  Tickets are $6 in advance and $8 at the door (dessert and drink included).  Show times are TONIGHT and Friday at 6:30 in Grimes Auditorium.  See Ms. Griffith or Miss Connie to purchase tickets.  Tickets are selling fast so get your reservation NOW!

7.    Springs pictures will be taken on Monday.  Stop by Miss Tina’s office to pick up a picture form packet if you wish to have a picture taken.   

8.    Juniors and Seniors
•    Prom tickets go on sale on Monday and will be sold for two weeks ONLY.  The last day to purchase tickets is March 10th. Tickets are $35 per person and covers everything except pictures.

•    Only juniors and seniors are invited and may bring one guest.  That guest must also meet the requirements as outlined in the planner.  

•    Attendance will be checked when you buy your ticket and up until March 24th.  If you attendance is below 90% you are ineligible to attend prom (this includes all students).

•    If you plan to bring a guest that does not currently attend WSHS you need to get your paperwork started and submitted ASAP for approval.  Mrs. Brower and Miss Tina have the forms.

•    You must tell Mrs. Brower if you attending project prom or not when you buy your tickets. You also should mention if you have any food allergies or special dietary meal restrictions.

9.    Sophomores:  If you plan on attending SCCC (vo-tech) next year you will need to complete an application by Friday.    

10.    Willow Springs YMCA….Special Event!!  Makeup With Anna Dudko

Come join us on March 21 at the W.S. High School Library from 6:00-8:00 p.m. where Anna Dudko will be demonstrating full face makeup application techniques on a model.  This class will help women of all ages develop their skills in applying makeup.  She will show her many tips & tricks for creating a flawless face!!   Snacks will be provided along with a goody bag.
     
Sign up at the W.S. YMCA OR W.S High School Library by MARCH 17!!  COST…….$10
                                     (Proceeds benefit YMCA Youth Programs)

11.    Are you interested in the field of pharmacy?  UMKC is hosting a Pharmacy Camp this summer for students who have finished Grade 9 or higher.  You will learn about the field of pharmacy, how to become a pharmacist, engage with current faculty and participating pharmacists, do hands-on experiments in the lab, participate in social/networking activities with current students and experience what it's like to be a Pharm D student at UMKC.  The camp is offered on June 16 in Springfield, June 23 in Kansas City, or July 7 in Columbia.  See Mrs. Munson if you are interested and would like to register.

12.    Jordan Phelps senior project is an adoption day with West Plains Regional Animal Shelter on Saturday from 12:00-3:00.  Any questions see Jordan.

13.    Prior Attire in Cabool has a large variety of prom dresses for sale for $25.00 each.  If you are interested in looking at the dresses, please contact Juanita McGownd at 417 254-0813.

​M.S. Menu
Today: Ravioli, Corn Banana, Breadstick & Milk
Thursday Breakfast: Breakfast Pizza, Cereal & Milk
Thursday Lunch: Pizza Dippers, Salad/Tomato, Apple, Cookie
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1.  Student Council would like to Thank all of the students who participated in Pennies for Patients. WSMS definitely displayed the bear paw of compassion, by raising an astronomical amount of funds:

5th Grade- $1029.53
6th Grade- $244.16
7th Grade- $911.85
8th Grade- $95.61
Bringing the Grand Total to: $2,304.29

2.  TODAY is the deadline to take your fourth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can vote for your favorite.

3.  If you are eligible to vote for your favorite Mark Twain or Harry Truman nominated book and have been given your invitation, the voting party is last block on Friday, Feb. 24.  Eligible 7th and 8th graders will have their party from 1:30-2:00 PM. YOU MUST CHECK IN WITH YOUR M4 TEACHER BEFORE COMING TO THE LIBRARY. Eligible 5th and 6th graders will have their party from 2:30-3:00 PM. 5th and 6th graders, make sure you bring all of your stuff to go home.

4.  YMCA Youth Baseball and Softball forms are available in the Student Info Center.

Boys: Age 9-10 and 11-12 
Girls: Age 9-10 and 11-13
5.  TODAY is the deadline to take your fourth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can vote for your favorite.

6.  Spring Picture Day will be Monday Feb., 27th. If you need an order form please pick one up from the student info center. Only students purchasing pictures will have their pictures taken.

7.  It's time to order Year Books! Year Books are $20 and will be on sale until March 3rd. If you need an order form check the Student Info Center.

8.  The next Drama Club meeting will be March 2nd.  

9.  The deadline to take your tenth quiz on either a Mark Twain or Harry Truman award nominated book so you can go on the field trip is Friday, March 10, at 3 p.m. 

10.Blick 3rd Annual Mixed Media" Art Contest is taking place. Entries must be received by April 14, 2017. Pick up a form and instructions from Mrs. Pitts.

​Wednesday    (Maroon)    
G BB..Houston @ Cabool..7:30

• Breakfast. . .Waffles, Syrup & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Ravioli, Corn, Cheese Stick, Banana, Breadstick
• Salad Bar. . .Cottage Cheese, Breadstick, Fruit

                
Thursday    (White)        
Jostens Class Ring Orders. . .Bears Dens @ 1:35
Spanish Play  @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . Pizza Dippers, Salad/Tomato, Grapes, Cookie
• Salad Bar. . .Boiled Eggs, Cookie & Fruit    

    
Friday    (Maroon)    
Spanish Play @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Toast, Jelly & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple
• Salad Bar. . .Cheesy Pretzel & Fruit    

Saturday            
Chess @ Alton
         
1.    Hallway Music (FFA Week Edition):
     TODAY - 2000s Country
Thursday - Country Oldies
Friday - King of Country (George Straight)

2.    Club Meetings. . .
     TODAY        Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Mr. Wade’s room at 7:40
     Thursday        Tennis meeting for any guys interested in playing tennis during both lunches in 
                 Dr. Cox’s room.

3.    Springs pictures will be taken on Monday.  Stop by Miss Tina’s office to pick up a picture form packet if you wish to have a picture taken.   

4.    Yearbooks are still on sale.  Get yours before the price goes up!  They are $50 until March 31, then they go up to $55.  Order from Ms. Spencer or online at jostens.com.  If you order at school, checks must be made payable to Willow Springs High School.

5.    Don’t forget to get your tickets to the “Curse of the Cobra’s Kiss”.  Tickets are $6 in advance and $8 at the door (dessert and drink included).  Show times are Thursday and Friday at 6:30 in Grimes Auditorium.  See Ms. Griffith or Miss Connie to purchase tickets.  Tickets are selling fast so get your reservation NOW!

6.    The Jostens rep will be here Thursday at 1:35 in the Bears Den to take class ring orders.  Make sure that you have your order form and deposit.  Checks need to be made payable to Jostens.  

7.    Southwest Baptist University is hosting a reception at Heroes coffee in West Plains on Thursday from 5-7:00 p.m. for any students who are interested in finding out more information about SBU!  Any high school students are welcome to attend and get free Heroes coffee and learn more about their institution.  

8.    Juniors that wish to apply to MO Boys/Girls State should have the completed application to Mrs. Munson by 3:00 Thursday.

9.    Sophomores:  If you plan on attending SCCC (vo-tech) next year you will need to complete an application for approval.  You can pick up an application from Mrs. Munson and must be returned by Friday.  

10.    Are you interested in the field of pharmacy?  UMKC is hosting a Pharmacy Camp this summer for students who have finished Grade 9 or higher.  You will learn about the field of pharmacy, how to become a pharmacist, engage with current faculty and participating pharmacists, do hands-on experiments in the lab, participate in social/networking activities with current students and experience what it's like to be a Pharm D student at UMKC.  The camp is offered on June 16 in Springfield, June 23 in Kansas City, or July 7 in Columbia.  See Mrs. Munson if you are interested and would like to register.

11.    Jordan Phelps senior project is an adoption day with West Plains Regional Animal Shelter on Saturday from 12:00-3:00.  Any questions see Jordan.

12.    Prior Attire in Cabool has a large variety of prom dresses for sale for $25.00 each.  If you are interested in looking at the dresses, please contact Juanita McGownd at 417 254-0813.

Tuesday        (White)        
V B BB..Licking @ Cabool.. 6:00

• Breakfast. . .Biscuit, Gravy & Cereal
• Lunch. . . Crispito, Green Beans, Apricots, Granola Bar
• Salad Bar. . .Cheese Stick, Granola Bar, Fruit                

Wednesday    (Maroon)    

• Breakfast. . .Waffles, Syrup & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Ravioli, Corn, Cheese Stick, Banana, Breadstick
• Salad Bar. . .Cottage Cheese, Breadstick, Fruit

                
Thursday    (White)        
Jostens Class Ring Orders. . .Bears Dens @ 1:35
Spanish Play  @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . Pizza Dippers, Salad/Tomato, Grapes, Cookie
• Salad Bar. . .Boiled Eggs, Cookie & Fruit    

        
Friday    (Maroon)    
Spanish Play @ 6:30

• Breakfast. . .Toast, Jelly & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Baked Beans, Chips, Apple
• Salad Bar. . .Cheesy Pretzel & Fruit    

Saturday            
Chess @ Alton
         
1.    Club Meetings. . .
     Wednesday        Fellowship of Christian Athletes in Mr. Wade’s room at 7:40

2.    Yearbooks are still on sale.  Get yours before the price goes up!  They are $50 until March 31, then they go up to $55.  Order from Ms. Spencer or online at jostens.com.  If you order at school, checks must be made payable to Willow Springs High School.

3.    Don’t forget to get your tickets to the “Curse of the Cobra’s Kiss”.  Tickets are $6 in advance and $8 at the door (dessert and drink included).  Show times are Thursday and Friday at 6:30 in Grimes Auditorium.  See Ms. Griffith or Miss Connie to purchase tickets.  Tickets are selling fast so get your reservation NOW!

4.    Juniors that wish to apply to MO Boys/Girls State should have the completed application to Mrs. Munson by 3:00 Thursday.

5.    Sophomores:  If you plan on attending SCCC (vo-tech) next year you will need to complete an application for approval.  You can pick up an application from Mrs. Munson and must be returned by Friday.