Monday                                (Maroon)              

• Breakfast. . . Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . Chicken Alfredo, Broccoli, Applesauce, Garlic Bread                 

                                               
Tuesday                                (White)                  
ASVAB Test. . .Juniors..8:15-11:30

• Breakfast. . .Biscuits, Gravy & Cereal
• Lunch. . . Pizza, Corn, Banana, Jello

                                                               
Wednesday          (Maroon)              
ASVAB Test. . .Juniors..8:15-11:30
Jostens..Bears Den..8:30  

• Breakfast. . .Breakfast Burrito & Cereal
• Lunch. . Chicken, Beans, Grapes, Corn Bread

                                                                                                                                 
Thursday               (White)                  
SCA Choir Auditions..4:00
NHS Induction..Grimes Auditorium..7:00

• Breakfast. . . Pancakes & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Taco, Salad/Tomato, Peaches, Brownie

                                                               
Friday                     (Maroon)              
Blood Drive..Bears Den
GAP                       

• Breakfast. . .Toast, Jelly & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Sloppy Joe, Chips, Carrots, Apple

 
Saturday                                               
State CC @ Jeff City..9:00       


Hallway Music: 
Shuffle
Tuesday thru Friday - Student Requests

1. Junior class officer meeting during 2nd lunch TODAY in Mrs. Brower’s room.
   
   
2. Girls Basketball practice will begin TODAY after school. Report to the new gym immediately after school. Bring basketball shoes that you used over the summer or last season in case the shoes we ordered for this year are not in yet.
   
   
3. ALL Juniors will be taking the ASVAB on either Tuesday or Wednesday (Nov 3 or 4).  The day of testing and your room assignment is posted on Mrs. James' window.  You should report to your testing room immediately after the bell has rung at 8:15.  Testing should conclude around 11:15.  If any seniors wish to retest in an attempt to raise your score, see Mrs. Munson ASAP. 
   
   
4. Seniors interested in touring and learning more about MSU-West Plains will have an opportunity to attend Red Carpet Days on Friday, November 13. The bus will leave at 8:45 and return at approximately 2:45.  Lunch will be provided by the University. You must sign the list on Mrs. Munson's door by Thursday, November 5 in order to attend. 
   
   
5. Attention Juniors:  We have hosting a concession stand this Saturday at the Golf Tournament.  We need volunteers to help serve food or volunteers to donate food and drink items.  The sign-up sheet is in Mrs. Brower's room on the board.  Sign up by Thursday to help.  Most donations need to be brought in on Friday. This is a fundraiser for prom!  Reminder:  Only juniors who help with a fundraiser may be on a prom committee and have a say on prom activities.  Sign up ASAP!
   
   
6. This year’s Girls Basketball shirts are now for sale! You can pick one up at Miss Connie’s office, from Coach Gutscher or Coach TIlley. Order forms are due by Friday @ 3:00pm.
   
   
7. 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 the date and parent signature on the back) for display on Mrs. James’ office window.  If you have perfect attendance from November 2nd – 24th, your name will be entered into a drawing for a $50 cash prize.  Good Luck Hunters!
   
   
8. The Jostens rep will be here for graduation products and cap & gown orders on Wednesday at 8:30 in the Bear’s Den.  Don’t forget to bring your order form and deposit. 

Friday                     (White)                  
National FFA Convention 

• Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Dried Fruit Mix, Cupcake

 
Saturday                                               
District CC..10:00-Here
National Convention

1. Hallway Music:   TODAY - Halloween Songs
2. Attention Vo-Tech students:  Although you do not have vo-tech TODAY, several of you have low grades and/or outstanding class work that must be completed before you will be allowed to leave.  See Mrs. James for permission to check out.
3. FREE Movie TONIGHT at 6:30 at the Star Theatre.  See the bulletin boards for more information.
4. SIGN UP FOR YOUR CHANCE TO WIN ½ A HOG!  4 winners to be drawn TODAY.  $20 for 20 tickets, $10 for 6 tickets, or $2 each.  Tickets must be purchased from Miss Connie by 3:00 PM TODAY. Hogs were purchased through FFA and will be taken to Cabool Kountry Meats for processing (fees are winners responsibility- appr. $60).  This is a great chance to restock the freezer and support our football program at the same time!  Thank you for your support.
5. ALL Juniors will be taking the ASVAB on either Tuesday or Wednesday (Nov 3 or 4).  The day of testing and your room assignment is posted on Mrs. James' window.  You should report to your testing room immediately after the bell has rung at 8:15.  Testing should conclude around 11:15.  If any seniors wish to retest in an attempt to raise your score, see Mrs. Munson ASAP. 
6. 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 the date and parent signature on the back) for display on Mrs. James’ office window.  If you have perfect attendance from November 2nd – 24th, your name will be entered into a drawing for a $50 cash prize.  Good Luck Hunters!
7. Junior class officer meeting during 2nd lunch on Monday!
8. Girls Basketball practice will begin Monday after school. Report to the new gym immediately after school. Bring basketball shoes that you used over the summer or last season in case the shoes we ordered for this year are not in yet.
9. Daylight savings time ends Sunday.  Remember to set your clocks BACK one hour.

Thursday               (Maroon)              
Picture Retakes
Chess @ West Plains..4:30
National FFA Convention

• Breakfast. . . Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Corn on Cob, Celery/Peanut Butter, Apple

                                                               
Friday                     (White)                  
National FFA Convention 

• Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Dried Fruit Mix, Cupcake

 
Saturday                                               
District CC..10:00-Here
National Convention
 
Hallway Music: Halloween Songs
Friday - Halloween Songs

1. Interact Club will meet TODAY during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Talbot's room.
2. NHS meeting TODAY during second lunch for all members and future members
3. The Howell County Chess Championship is TODAY in West Plains. The bus will leave from the HS Library at 3:00 pm. We will come back to the new gym around 9 pm. Please arrange for a ride home.
4. The following students will be going to the Medical Explorers Orientation TODAY.  We will be leaving at 8:15 and returning at approximately 1:30.   Alana Biehl            Michaela Cox       Devin Perkins       Beth Sherbo        
5. A list of students that qualified for the 1st Quarter Attendance Incentive is posted on Mrs. James’ office window.  Check the list and then see Mrs. James or Mr. Spence at lunch to pick up your Bear card.
6. If you want to request a song to be played in Commons Area, you may now do so from the school web site. Go to willowspringsschool.com and find the link to the request form under High School Links.
7. Attention Vo-Tech students:  Although you do not have vo-tech on Friday, several of you have low grades and/or outstanding class work that must be completed before you will be allowed to leave.  See Mrs. James for permission to check out.
8. School picture retakes are TODAY.  All students that need to have their pictures taken need to report to the middle school auditorium NOW.  

Wednesday          (White)                  
National FFA Convention

• Breakfast. . .Pancakes & Cereal
• Lunch. . Chili/Crackers, Cheese Stick, Carrots, Banana

                                                                                                                                 
Thursday               (Maroon)              
Picture Retakes
Chess @ West Plains..4:30
National FFA Convention

• Breakfast. . . Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Corn on Cob, Celery/Peanut Butter, Apple

                                                               
Friday                     (White)                  
National FFA Convention 

• Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Dried Fruit Mix, Cupcake

 
Saturday                                               
District CC..10:00-Here
National Convention
                                                    
Hallway Music:            
Student Requests
Thursday - Halloween Songs
Friday - Halloween Songs

1. Spanish club meeting TODAY during both lunches in Ms. Griffith’s room.
2. If you have a carved pumpkin you would like to enter in the carving contest please have it here by the end of school TODAY. The winner will be announced Friday.
3. A list of students that qualified for the 1st Quarter Attendance Incentive is posted on Mrs. James’ office window.  Check the list and then see Mrs. James or Mr. Spence at lunch to pick up your Bear card.
4. Interact Club will meet Thursday during 2nd lunch in Mrs. Talbot's room.
5. School picture retakes are Thursday.  If you did not have your picture taken in September or have moved to our school after picture day you will need to have your picture taken for the yearbook.  Order forms may be picked up at Miss Tina’s office window.  You do NOT have to purchase a picture package.
6. The Howell County Chess Championship is this Thursday in West Plains. It is open to any student who would like to try and play in a chess competition. You do not have to be a member of our chess club to play. The entry fee is $5. Please let Serghei know whether you are going to attend. The bus will leave from the HS Library at 3:00 pm. We will come back to the new gym around 9 pm. Please arrange for a ride home. We need all the help we can get to win again, so if you know how to play and think you would like to try it out, contact Serghei ASAP.
7. The following students will be going to the Medical Explorers Orientation Thursday.  We will be leaving at 8:15 and returning at approximately 1:30.  Don't forget to bring money for lunch.                         Alana Biehl           Michaela Cox       Devin Perkins       Beth Sherbo        
8. If you want to request a song to be played in Commons Area, you may now do so from the school web site. Go to willowspringsschool.com and find the link to the request form under High School Links.
9. Attention Vo-Tech students:  Although you do not have vo-tech on Friday, several of you have low grades and/or outstanding class work that must be completed before you will be allowed to leave.  See Mrs. James for permission to check out.
10. Found:  A pair of glasses. . .see Miss Connie to claim.

Today: Chili, Corn, Cheese Stick, Crackers, Bananas, & Milk
Breakfast Thursday: Poptart, Cereal, & Milk
Thursday Lunch:  Chicken Sandwich, Veggie Beans, Celery/Peanut Butter, Strawberries, & Millk
1.  Congratulations to the following Science Fair winners:
5th Grade:  

• 1st Place:   Alissa Rushton & Stacie Johnson
• 2nd Place:  Claire Clarkston & Isabella Davis
• 3rd Place:   McKylie Cox & Nathan McDaniel

6th Grade:  Sixth Grade had a tie for first place.  

• 1st Place:   Bethany Waggoner
• 1st Place:   Alec Kharitonov
• 2nd Place:  Olivia Wood & Aubrie McNew

 7th Grade:

• 1st Place:   Kailey Anderson
• 2nd Place:  McKenna Cox & Taylor Reese
• 3rd Place:  Wyatt Ennis

8th Grade:

• 1st Place:   Derick Stolba & Zowie Hayes
• 2nd Place:  Erica Miller
• 3rd Place:  Shauni Olmsted

Thanks to all our students and staff for making the Science Fair a huge success!!!  It was refreshing to see your ideas at work.
2.  No 8th Grade CAT today.  Students report to Coach Rhoades last block.
3.  StuCo members:  please report to Mrs. Nielsen's room this morning to retrieve your posters advertising our fall social.  Check with your teachers for the best spot to hang your poster!
4.  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 fromNovember 2nd - November 24th, your name will be entered into a drawing for a $50.00 gift card.  Good Luck Hunters!!!
5.  Daylight Savings Times ends Sunday.  Remember to set your clocks back on hour!
6. Student Council asks you to "Save the Date".  On Friday, November 6th, we will be having a Carnival Social from 5:30-7:00 p.m. (Grades 5-6) and 7:30-9:00 p.m. (Grades 7-8)  There will be music, snacks, drinks, and prizes!!  Students sent to the office for misbehavior the week of the Social will not be able to attend the event and they must be present at school the day of Friday, November 6th, to attend. 

We will be collecting cans and non-perishable food items again this year. Last fall, our generous Bears donated over 170 items of food to MUNCH. For every item of food you bring, you will be given a ticket; for example, 5 cans of food = 5 tickets.  Throughout the evening, winning numbers will be announced and you could take home a prize!  
 
7.  MS Pep Assembly will be Friday, November 6th, at 2:30 in Grimes.8.  Picture retakes will be Thursday, October 29th.  You MUST turn in your old picture packet to Lifetouch on retake day to get a new one or purchase a new package.  If you did not have your picture taken in September or have moved to our school after picture day you will need to have your picture taken for the yearbook and may order pictures.  Order forms and information may be picked up at the Student Info Center.
9.  The Howell County Chess Championship is this Thursday in West Plains. It is open to any student who would like to try and play in a chess competition. You do not have to be a member of our chess club to play. The entry fee is $5. Please let Serghei know whether you are going to attend. The bus will leave from the HS Library at 3:00 pm. We will come back to the new gym around 9 pm. Please arrange for a ride home. We need all the help we can get to win again, so if you know how to play and think you would like to try it out, contact Serghei asap.
10.  Art Club will meet this Thursday, October 29th from 3:00-5:00.  Don't forget to remind your parents. 
11.  The Willow Springs YMCA is registering now for boys and girls 5th & 6th grade basketball.  Registration forms can be picked up at the Student Info. Center.  The registration deadline is October 29. 
12.  Mrs. Owens 6th grade after school reading is Thursday, October 29th.  
13.  Cheer practice Thursday, October 29th, from 3:15-5:15 p.m.  Meet in Ms. Tyler's room.  Pick up at the old gym.
14.  Please remember to pick up the items you print to the printers.  Items left on the printers will be put in the recycling bin.
15.  Mrs. Clary will be out of the office today.
SPORTS:
LOST & FOUND: Remember to check the lost and found areas for missing items!
FOUND:  Pair of glasses in drawstring bag.  Come to the office to claim.
WEATHER: For Thursday, October 29th: Sunny with a high of 60 and low of 35.

Tuesday                                (Maroon)              
Jostens..Bears Den..8:30
FCCLA @ Hartville

• Breakfast. . .Biscuits, Gravy & Cereal
• Lunch. . . BBQ Beef Sandwich, Beans, Orange, Pudding

                                                               
Wednesday          (White)                  
National FFA Convention

• Breakfast. . .Pancakes & Cereal
• Lunch. . Chili/Crackers, Cheese Stick, Carrots, Banana

                                                                                                                                 
Thursday               (Maroon)              
Picture Retakes
Chess @ West Plains..4:30
National FFA Convention

• Breakfast. . . Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Corn on Cob, Celery/Peanut Butter, Apple

                                                               
Friday                     (White)                  
National FFA Convention 

• Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
• Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Dried Fruit Mix, Cupcake

 
Saturday                                               
District CC..10:00-Here
National Convention
 
Hallway Music:
Mrs. Walls Birthday Playlist
Wednesday - Student Requests
Thursday - Halloween Songs
Friday - Halloween Songs

1. A Jostens representative will be here TODAY at 8:30 in the Bears Den to meet with seniors regarding graduation products.
   
2. Seniors:  A college rep from Midwest Technical Institute in Springfield will be here at 10:00 TODAY.  MTI offers certificates in medical assisting, dental assisting, cosmetology, journeyman welding, HVAC/R-MAR Technician, and a CDL training course. 
   
3. Congratulations Grace Bailey who was voted 2nd Team VB All-District.  GREAT JOB GRACE!
   
4. Spanish club meeting Wednesday during both lunches in Ms. Griffith’s room.
   
5. The Howell County Chess Championship is this Thursday in West Plains. It is open to any student who would like to try and play in a chess competition. You do not have to be a member of our chess club to play. The entry fee is $5. Please let Serghei know whether you are going to attend. The bus will leave from the HS Library at 3:00 pm. We will come back to the new gym around 9 pm. Please arrange for a ride home. We need all the help we can get to win again, so if you know how to play and think you would like to try it out, contact Serghei ASAP.
6. Some  students will be going to the Medical Explorers Orientation Thursday.  We will be leaving at 8:15 and returning at approximately 1:30.  Don't forget to bring money for lunch. 
   
7. Found:  A pair of glasses. . .see Miss Connie to claim.
   
8. The Art Club is sponsoring a pumpkin carving contest. Bring in your intricately carved pumpkins by Wednesday, with your Title, Name, and Grade and place them on the table in the commons area.  Judging will be on Wednesday and the winner will be announced Friday.
   
9. School picture retakes are Thursday.  If you have NOT had your picture taken this school year or if you need retakes see Miss Tina for a picture form.  This would include any new students, students that were not at school on picture day, etc.  You do NOT have to purchase a picture package.

Monday                 (White)                  
No Zone/Seatbelt Assembly ..New Gym..9:30
Breakfast. . . Donut & Cereal
Lunch. . Chinese Chicken, Rice/Gravy, Broccoli, Applesauce, Fortune Cookie                    
                                               
Tuesday                                (Maroon)              
Jostens..Bears Den..8:30
FCCLA @ Hartville
Breakfast. . .Biscuits, Gravy & Cereal
Lunch. . . BBQ Pork Sandwich, Beans, Orange, Pudding
                                                               
Wednesday          (White)                  
National FFA Convention
Breakfast. . .Pancakes & Cereal
Lunch. . Chili/Crackers, Cheese Stick, Carrots, Banana
                                                                                                                                 
Thursday               (Maroon)              
Picture Retakes
Chess @ West Plains..4:30
National FFA Convention
Breakfast. . . Breakfast Pizza & Cereal
Lunch. . .Chicken Sandwich, Corn on Cob, Celery/Peanut Butter, Apple
                                                               
Friday                     (White)                  
National FFA Convention 
Breakfast. . .Toast & Cereal
Lunch. . .Grilled Cheese, Chips, Dried Fruit Mix, Cupcake
                               
Saturday                                               
District CC .. 10:00-Here
National Convention

Hallway Music: 
TODAY - Dance Songs
Tuesday - Mrs. Walls Birthday Playlist
Wednesday - Student Requests
Thursday - Halloween Songs
Friday - Halloween Songs

1. No Zone/Seatbelt Assembly Monday, at 9:30 am in Munford Gym.  Mr. Spence will do an all call to release students.
   
2. A Jostens representative will be here Tuesday at 8:30 in the Bears Den to meet with seniors regarding graduation products.
   
3. If you are planning on attending FCCLA Region 9 meeting on Tuesday, REMINDER, you need to wear your FCCLA t-shirt, jeans and bring money for lunch.
   
4. Seniors:  A college rep from Midwest Technical Institute in Springfield will be here at 10:00 on Tuesday.  MTI offers certificates in medical assisting, dental assisting, cosmetology, journeyman welding, HVAC/R-MAR Technician, and a CDL training course. 
   
5. Congratulations to our photography contest winners:  Structure-1st place-Jasmine Wood, and Rule of Thirds-1st place-Tanya Robertson, 2nd place-Jasmine Wood, & 3rd place-Ashley Keller.  Our next contest, Macro photography, is posted at the library.  When you go to the library check them out.
   
6. The Art Club is sponsoring a pumpkin carving contest. Bring in your intricately carved pumpkins by Wednesday, with your Title, Name, and Grade and place them on the table in the commons area.  Judging will be on Wednesday and the winner will be announced Friday.
   
7. Interested in government or business?  Howell-Oregon Electric Cooperative will be sponsoring two students from our area to participate in the Cooperative Youth Conference and Leadership Experience. The conference will be held in Jefferson City, Missouri July 20-22, 2016.  If interested, see the bulletin board for more information.
   
8. Found: Mono Pod | Blue Retainer
   
9. School picture retakes are Thursday.  If you have NOT had your picture taken this school year or if you need retakes see Miss Tina for a picture form.  This would include any new students, students that were not at school on picture day, etc.  You do NOT have to purchase a picture package.