Wednesday          (Maroon)              
Softball..Ava..4:30..Here (Makeup Game)

• Breakfast. . .Pancakes & Cereal
• Lunch. . Hamburger, Baked Beans, Carrots, Grapes

                                                                                                                                 
Thursday               (White)                  
7/8 FB..Ava..5:30..Here
JV/V VB @ Plato..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:00)
Softball @ Houston..4:30 (Bus leaves at 2:50) Dismiss athletes at 2:30
MS CC..4:00..Here
FFA @ Wurdock Farms

• Breakfast. . . .Poptart & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Fajitas, Salad/Tomato, Pear, Cinnamon Roll

                                                               
Friday                     (Maroon)              
V FB..Houston..7:00..Here
Tennis @ Rogersville..8:30 a.m.

• Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Sloppy Joe, Sweet Potato Tots, Orange, Cookie

 
Saturday                                               
V VB @ Licking
Softball @ 3 Rivers
Bear City Fall Fest
Band @ Parkview

Hallway Music: 
Remix Wednesday! (Sponsored by Colt Hardy)
Thursday - Student Requests
Friday - Tina's Classic Rock Friday!

1. Spanish club t-shirt committee meeting TODAY during both lunches in Ms. Griffith’s room.
2. Scooter Rickard is seeking individuals to join his stream team as part of his senior project.  If interested see Scooter or there is a sign-up sheet on the bulletin board in the commons area.
3. Mrs. Brower needs FOUR more workers to sign up to work Friday night’s concession stand.  See her ASAP.
4. If anyone is interested in some community service hours this Saturday, see Mrs. Brower for information.
5. If you purchase your 2015-16 yearbook by October 23rd your name will be entered in a drawing for a FREE iPad Mini, so order now.
6. Lost and Found:  A necklace was found and a metal water bottle with a red lid was lost. 

Tuesday                                (Maroon)               
Softball @ Salem..4:30 (Bus leaves at 2:15) Dismiss athletes at 1:55
JV/V VB @ Houston..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:30)
7/8 VB @ West Plains..5:30 (Bus leaves at 4:30)

• Breakfast. . . Biscuits, Jelly & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Corn Dog, Sweet Potato Tots, Grapes, Pudding
  

Wednesday          (White)                   
FCCLA/FBLA @ Silver Dollar City (City Career Day)

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

Thursday               (Maroon)               
7/8 FB @ Thayer..5:30 (Bus leaves at 4:00)
JV/V VB..Liberty..6:00..Here 
Softball..Norwood..4:30..Here
Tennis..Richland..4:00..Here
MS CC @ Rolla..5:45 (Bus leaves at 3:00)

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

Friday                     (White)                   
V FB @ Salem..7:00 (Bus leaves at 3:30)
Softball..Liberty..4:00..Here (Dismiss players at 2:45)
Tennis @ Waynesville..8:30 a.m.
CC @ Hancock Invitational..Dismiss athletes at Noon

• Breakfast. . .Cinnamon Toast & Oatmeal
  
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Broccoli & Cauliflower, Pear
  

Saturday                                               
 JV VB @ Waynesvile..9:00
CC @ Hancock Invitational..9:00

1.     Hallway Music:
        TODAY: iTunes Top 10
        Wednesday: Student Requests
        Thursday: Movie Soundtracks
        Friday: Relaxing Songs

2.     The new BEAR time assignments are posted on Mrs. James’s office windows.  You will need to report to your new  assignment TODAY.  If you are in Tier I and would like to switch your Bear Time assignment see Miss Connie by noon Thursday.
                                        11th & 12th Tier I Teachers. . . .Pitts, Bunch, Griffith
                                        9th & 10th Tier I Teachers. . . . .Pitts, Fris, Walls

3.     TODAY is National Hobbit Day! Rise all ye hairy-footed Hobbits!

4.     Found. . .
        2 Cell phones. . .one at the new gym and the other at the FB field
        Dangle earring

5.     Members of FCCLA are hosting a Winter Wear and Shoe drive for their STAR Event, for kids in need. The proceeds with be donated to MUNCH. Gently worn or new winter kids coats and shoes for all ages are needed. The drive will be held from August 31- October 1. The donation box will be located in Mrs. Walls classroom.

6.     Kendra Aldridge's senior project is a Purple Out Volleyball game on October 6th to raise awareness for Epilepsy. She is selling t-shirts for the game.  If you would like to purchase a shirt find Kendra or go to Connie's office for an order form. Turn them back into Kendra. The deadline to order is September 24, 2015 if you want the shirt for the game. All support would be greatly appreciated. Even if you can't order a shirt, please come out to the game!

All responsible public agencies are required to locate, evaluate, and identify children with disabilities who are under the jurisdiction of the agency, regardless of the severity of the disability, including children attending private schools, children who live outside the district but are attending a private school within the district, highly mobile children, such as migrant and homeless children, children who are wards of the state, and children who are suspected of having a disability and in need of special education even though they are advancing from grade to grade.  The Willow Springs R-IV School  assures that it will provide a free, appropriate public education (FAPE) to all eligible children with disabilities between the ages of 3 and 21 under its jurisdiction.  Disabilities include autism, deaf/blindness, emotional disorders, hearing impairment and deafness, intellectual disability, multiple disabilities, orthopedic impairment, other health impairments, specific learning disabilities, speech or language impairment, traumatic brain injury, visual impairment/blindness and young child with a developmental delay.

The Willow Springs R-IV School assures that it will provide information and referral services necessary to assist the State in the implementation of early intervention services for infants and toddlers eligible for the Missouri First Steps program.

The Willow Springs R-IV School assures that personally identifiable information collected, used, or maintained by the agency for the purposes of identification, evaluation, placement or provision of FAPE of children with disabilities may be inspected and/or reviewed by their parents/guardians.  Parents/guardians may request amendment to the educational record if the parent/guardian believes the record is inaccurate, misleading, or violates the privacy or other rights of their child.  Parents have the right to file complaints with the U.S. Department of Education or the Missouri Department of Elementary and Secondary Education concerning alleged failures by the district to meet the requirements of the Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act (FERPA).

The Willow Springs R-IV School  has developed a Local Compliance Plan for the implementation of State Regulations for the Individuals with Disabilities Education Act (IDEA).  This plan contains the agency’s policies and procedures regarding storage, disclosure to third parties, retention and destruction of personally identifiable information and the agency’s assurances that services are provided in compliance with the General Education Provision Act (GEPA).  This plan may be reviewed in the Office of Special Services between 8:00 am and 3:00 pm Monday through Friday.

This notice will be provided in native languages as appropriate.

Thursday               (Maroon)               
7/8 FB..Liberty..5:30..Here
JV/V VB..Cabool..6:00..Here
Softball @ Gainesville..4:30 (Bus leaves at 1:45) Dismiss athletes at 1:25

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

Friday                     (White)                   
V FB @ Liberty..7:00 (Bus leaves at 5:15)

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

Saturday                                                
Honor Choir Auditions @ Springfield

1.     Hallway Music:

TODAY - Country

Friday - Student Requests

2.     Junior class officers meeting during 2nd lunch TODAY in Mrs. Brower’s room.

3.     Little Boys: Due to vandalism, the boys bathroom will be closed during the rest of September. You may use the bathroom in between classes, but during class you must have permission from the office. Permission will only be granted in emergency situations. In kindergarten, they teach little boys how to properly use the bathroom...unless you want to be escorted to the potty, use it correctly!

4.     If you would like to take the October 24 ACT, you must be registered by Friday, September 18.  You must register online at actstudent.org.  If you are a junior or senior that qualifies for free or reduced lunches, see Mrs. Munson about a fee waiver before you register.

5.     2015-16 yearbooks are now on sale!  Order by October 23 to get yours for only $45--you can also get 3 free icons on the cover if you personalize your book with your name for only $5 more.  See Miss Tina or Ms. Spencer for an order form, or order online at jostens.com.  If you order at school you MUST fill out an order form--make checks payable to Willow Springs High School.

6.     Senior Athletes:  All senior athletes need to be dismissed Friday at 10:45 to have their picture taken for the senior banner.  Students are NOT to drive to the football field.

7.     FCCLA will be selling slushies for 50 cents during both lunches on Friday. Thanks for your support!

8.     Board Game meeting after school Friday in Mr. Wickens room.  Everyone welcome!

9.     The Girls Basketball team will be hosting a chili supper Friday, October 2nd in Grimes Auditorium before the football game vs Houston starting at 4:30.The cost of the meal is $ 5.00 per plate and includes: Chili, Crackers & Cheese, Corn, and Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, with Tea or Lemonade to drink. This is an R.S.V.P. event. If you would like to purchase a ticket you can contact any of the Lady Bears Basketball players, Coach Tilley or Coach Gutscher. Thank you for your support!

Today's Menu
Chicken Patty, Potato & Gravy, Orange, Hot Roll, & Milk
Breakfast Friday:  Toast, Cereal, & Milk
Friday Lunch:  Meatball Sub, Broccoli, Grapes, Cookie, & Milk

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1.  MS Student Council Update:  The following students have submitted their paperwork and are eligible to begin campaigning for Student Council!  
Please submit your posters to Mrs. Yost or Mrs. Nielsen for approval before hanging in Grimes Auditorium.
 
5th grade:  Cauleen Medlock     Matthew Miller    Drake Marshell     Cassandra Glisson     Gatlin Bunch   Gabby Gunter   Adelle Butler
 
6th grade:  Cade Nabors       Kyleigh Sigears   Daemion Donovan   Preston Cain
 
7th grade:  Jodi Roinuse      Taytum Dewitt     Kyle Nabors
 
8th grade:  Reagan Brook and Payton Bushong  are running for student council president.

2.  The Girls Basketball team will be hosting a chili supper Friday, October 2nd, in Grimes Auditorium before the Houston football game starting at 4:30 p.m.  The cost of the meal is $5.00 per plate and includes:  chili, crackers & cheese, corn, and Homemade Cinnamon Rolls, with tea or lemonade to drink. This is an R.S.V.P. event.  If you would like to purchase a ticket you can contact any of the Lady Bears Basketball players, Coach Tilley, or Coach Gutscher.  Thank you for your support. 
3.  Art Club will meet TODAY from 3:00-5:00 p.m.  

MS SPORTS:
MS Football TONIGHT at home against Liberty.  Game starts at 5:30 p.m.


LOST & FOUND:
Remember to check the lost and found areas for missing items! 


Recently found items:
- Pair of girl's shoes
- Ipod on Bus 9
- Ring
- Band instrument mouth piece cover. 


Come to the MS Office to claim.

WEATHER:

For Friday, September 18th:   Partly sunny with a high in the upper 80s and low in the mid 60s.

Friday (Maroon)
V FB..Mtn. Grove..7:00..Here

• Breakfast. . .Toast/ & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Fries, Tomato Slice, Strawberries
  

Saturday
V VB @ Cabool
Softball @ West Plains
Tennis @ Rolla

Sunday
Grandparents Day

1. Hallway Music: TODAY - Patriot Day (Songs from 2001)

2. Girls basketball meeting TODAY during both lunches with Coach Gutscher in the old gym.

3. URGENT:  4 more people are needed to work the football concession stand TONIGHT!  

4. Seniors:  If you would like to have your senior pictures taken FREE OF CHARGE, Allie Tooley will take your senior pictures, retouch them, and give them to you to have prints made.  See Allie TODAY if you are interested--space is limited.  See her at school or get in touch with her through Facebook.

5. ACT Reminder:  If you registered to take the September ACT, please report to the Commons at 7:45 a.m. this Saturday, the 12th.  You will need to bring #2 pencils, eraser, permitted calculator (no functions can be stored in the memory - refer to actstudent.org for complete policy), photo ID, and your admission ticket.  No food or drinks will be allowed in the testing room but there will be a 10 minute break around 10:15.  If you want to bring a snack, you can store it in your locker during testing.  If you have any questions, see Mrs. Munson.

6. The Enchanted Enquirer has returned for a new year! Keep up with all of the happenings in Middle-Earth and get your free copy in the kiosk next to Mrs. Tina's window!

7. Found:  A calculator was found in the Bears Den and a VB knee pad was found out by the buses. . . see Connie to claim.

Today's Menu
Today:  Chicken Sandwich, Fries, Tomato Slice, Grapes, & Milk
Breakfast Monday:  Breakfast Pizza, Cereal, & Milk
Monday Lunch: Ravioli, Green Beans, Applesauce, Breadstick, & Milk

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1.  CERTAIN STUDENTS NEED TO REPORT TO THE 2ND FLOOR COMPUTER LAB DURING M3 TODAY TO MAKE-UP AN ACUITY TEST. See list in the office.
OTHER STUDENTS NEED TO REPORT TO THE 2ND FLOOR COMPUTER LAB DURING M4 TODAY TO MAKE-UP AN ACUITY TEST. See list in the office.
PLEASE BE ON TIME AND COME IN QUIETLY AS OTHER STUDENTS MAY ALREADY BE TESTING.
 
2.  7th Grade Parent Night will be Monday, September 14th, from 5:45-6:45 p.m. in Grimes Auditorium.  Students are invited to attend with parents.  A chili supper with Fritos, drink and cookie will be served from 5:45-6:05 p.m.   

3.  Attention 6th, 7th, & 8th Graders:  Mrs. Conway's book club will start September 16th!  If you are interested pick up a form at the Student Info Center

4.  Student Council Update:   The completed forms, including participation form, petition, and parent checklist, are all due to Mrs. Nielsen by LAST BLOCK TODAY.   NO EXCEPTIONS!!!!

MS SPORTS: CONGRATULATIONS to the 7th & 8th grade Volleyball teams for their wins against Mtn. Grove.
MS Volleyball games Monday, September 14th, at Ava starting at 5:30 p.m.  Bus leaves at3:45 p.m.
MS Cross Country meet Tuesday, September 15th, at West Plains starting at 3:30 p.m.  Bus leaves at 2:00 p.m.


LOST & FOUND: Remember to check the lost and found areas for missing items!
WEATHER: For Monday, September 14th:   Sunny with a high of 75 and low of 53.

Wednesday          (Maroon)               

• Breakfast. . .Donut & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . Taco, Refried Beans, Salad/Tomato, Ice Cream
  

Thursday               (White)                   
7/8 FB..West Plains..5:30..Here
JV/V VB @ Thayer..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:15)
7/8 VB..Mtn. Grove..5:30..Here
Softball..Mansfield..4:30..Here
MS/HS CC..4:00..Here
FCCLA @ Hartville

• Breakfast. . . .Pancakes & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Pizza, Green Beans, Pineapple, Cookie
  

Friday                     (Maroon)               
V FB..Mtn. Grove..7:00..Here

• Breakfast. . .Toast/ & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Fries, Tomato Slice, Strawberries 
  

Saturday                                                
V VB @ Cabool
Softball @ West Plains
Tennis @ Rolla

Sunday                                  
Grandparents Day

1.     Hallway Music:
        TODAY - Student Requests
        Thursday - Student Requests
        Friday - Patriot Day (Songs from 2001)

2.     Spanish club t-shirt committee meeting in Ms. Griffith’s room TODAY during both lunches.
3.     FCCLA meeting TODAY during both lunches.
4.     URGENT:  5 more people are needed to work the football concession stand THIS Friday night!  Please sign up ASAP.
5.     Colt Hardy is hosting Kenpo Karate classes for his senior project.  Classes start September 15th, cost is $10 per month.  For further  information see Colt. 
6.     Congratulations to Bailey Wagner (6th), Keelee Watkins (23rd), and Cory Chafin (14th) on their medal-winning performances at the Strafford Cross Country Invitational on Saturday.  Great Job Runners!
The cross country team will be at home on Thursday at 4:00.  The meet will be held at the Willow Springs Municipal Golf Course.  Admission is free. Please come out and support our runners.
7.     FBLA meeting during both lunches Thursday in Mrs. Pettit’s room.  
8.     The College Fair at West Plains High School is Thursday from 9:30 - 10:30.  The bus will leave at 8:50 and return around 11:00. 
9.     Lost:  A gold necklace in the old gym. . .if found return to Miss Connie.

Tuesday                                (White)                   

JV FB..Cabool..6:00..Here
Softball..Liberty..4:30..Here
Tennis..Forsyth..4:30..Here

• Breakfast. . . Biscuit, Jelly & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Chinese Chicken, Rice/Gravy, Broccoli, Applesauce, Fortune Cookie
  

Wednesday          (Maroon)               

• Breakfast. . .Donut & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . Taco, Refried Beans, Salad/Tomato, Ice Cream

Thursday               (White)                   

7/8 FB..West Plains..5:30..Here
JV/V VB @ Thayer..6:00 (Bus leaves at 4:15)
7/8 VB..Mtn. Grove..5:30..Here
Softball..Mansfield..4:30..Here
MS/HS CC..4:00..Here
FCCLA @ Hartville

• Breakfast. . . .Pancakes & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Pizza, Green Beans, Pineapple, Cookie
  

Friday                     (Maroon)
               
V FB..Mtn. Grove..7:00..Here

• Breakfast. . .Toast/ & Cereal
  
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Fries, Tomato Slice, Strawberries
  

Saturday                                                

V VB @ Cabool
Softball @ West Plains
Tennis @ Rolla

Sunday                                  

Grandparents Day

1.     There will be a boys BB meeting TODAY at lunch in Mr. Knapp’s room. 
2.     The College Fair at West Plains High School is Thursday from 9:30 - 10:30.  The bus will leave at 8:50 and return around 11:00.  Any senior that would like to attend needs to sign the list on Mrs. Munson's door TODAY BY 3:00.  You will need to also make sure you have a field trip permission form signed and on file in the office before you will be allowed to attend.
3.     Members of FCCLA are hosting a Winter Wear and Shoe drive for their STAR Event, for kids in need. The proceeds with be donated to MUNCH. Gently worn or new winter kids coats and shoes for all ages are needed. The drive will be held from August 31- October 1. The donation box will be located in Mrs. Walls classroom.
4.     Spanish club t-shirt committee meeting in Ms. Griffith’s room during both lunches on Wednesday.
5.     Found:  A purse. . .see Connie to claim.
6.     Lost:  A gold necklace in the old gym. . .if found return to Miss Connie.